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General information

  • Home page
    https://tentum.info/projects
  • Location address
  • Location country
    Malaysia
  • Year of construction
    1997
  • Name of the client/building owner
    SIRM Malaysia
  • Function of building
    Entertainment & recreation
  • Degree of enclosure
    Open structure
  • Climatic zone
    Tropical - hot and wet all year
  • Number of layers
    double-layer
  • Type of application of the membrane
    covering
  • Primary function of the tensile structure
    • Sun protection

Description

Based on investigations carried out in Malaysia into the use of membrane structures under tropical conditions, an additive tent roof was designed to provide a broad covering for open-air assemblies. Large openings at the sides and a central outlet allow the structure tp function efficiently despite great humidity, high temperatures and frequent rainfall. External air movements support the internal ventilation and provide relief against the heat.
The structural framework consists of six struts supported on tripod elements, with a central mast at the upper level. The roof covers an area of 500m² without intermediate columns. The membrane and the struts were hoisted into position by means of a central assembly mast, which allowed the tent to be erected without a crane. This auxiliary mast was removed after the struts had been fixed at the top. Six outer masts and the tripod supports, which are adjustable in height, transmit wind loads to the ground via pins anchored in the earth. Sprung stay absorb the loads of strong gusts of wind.
The membrane surface has a minimal area. The main section was constructed in a multi-layer form. An outer skin of aluminium-coated mesh fabric 30 cm above the water-bearing layer screens the latter against overheating. The central, umbrella-like section of the roof is structurally united with the main area. This form of construction provides protection against the rain and facilitates the removal of moist, warm air. The raised floor, which is independent of the load-bearing structure, protects against rising damp and also helps to improve the ventilation.
[Detail 8/1998, Mobile Structures, p 1439]

Description of the environmental conditions

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Assembly Tent

Material of the cover

  • Cable-net/Fabric/Hybrid/Foil
    Fabric
  • Material Fabric/Foil
    Polyester
  • Material coating
    PVC

Main dimensions and form

  • Covered surface (m2)
    500
  • Total length (m)
    36
  • Total width (m)
    36

Duration of use

  • Temporary or permanent structure
    Temporary
  • Convertible or mobile
    Mobile
  • Design lifespan in years
    06-10

Involved companies

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