PVC membrane fabric is a technical building textile made by coating both faces of a polyester carrier weave with PVC. We use it on the roofs and facades of our warehouse, hangar, sports pitch and event tents, and in shade structures and tensioned membrane projects.
Choosing the weight: which one for which job?
We base the choice on the span of the structure, the wind and snow load where it will stand, and how often the fabric will be taken down and refitted.
| Application | What decides the choice |
|---|---|
| Warehouse and hangar roof | Span, snow and wind load |
| Sports pitch enclosure | Wide span and tension |
| Event tent | Frequent dismantling and re-erection, transport |
| Shade structure and tensioned membrane | Surface appearance, tension geometry |
For examples of structures that use the membrane, see our warehouse tents and shade structures.
Fire class and technical data sheet
On request we use PVC fabric in class DIN 4102 B2 (normally flammable); the certificate is available on request. We also send the technical data sheet for the 1100 dtex / 650 g/m² fabric on request. We recommend adding these documents to your purchasing file.
Welded seams and tension
Fabric panels are joined by high-frequency (HF) or hot-air welding, not by stitching. A welded seam has no stitch holes for water to enter. In our article on waterproofing in tents we explain what waterproofness means in practice.
If a membrane is tensioned wrongly, the surface sags and rainwater collects there. That is why we calculate the tension together with the supporting structure.
We calculate the tension and the supporting structure for the span of the building and the wind and snow load in the region. For projects where you want the surface to hold less dirt, a PVDF-lacquered membrane can also be considered.
To get a quote
Tell us where it will be used, the approximate size and whether you need a fire-class certificate, through our contact page. We will choose the weight and surface with you and prepare a quote. The price is given in the quote, depending on the project.
