Why would you need a free-span building? The truth is, very large buildings with clear, open interiors are needed in various industries, including aviation, agriculture, bulk storage, water treatment, and sports and recreation (think equestrian arenas to fieldhouses). And this is just a partial list—your industry may vary.
Legacy free-span tension fabric buildings offer distinct architectural advantages compared to other structures and bring long-term benefits.
Fully Custom Design
Architects and engineers become adept at workarounds with pre-engineered structures. But some cases call for a truly unique, customized design. Every one of our tension fabric buildings is custom-designed. Without preset dimensions or column needs, you can create your ideal structure design.
Our in-house design and engineering professionals help you meet every detail and incorporate every desired feature. We’ve been steadily perfecting tension fabric buildings for more than a decade. We have the experience, proven success, and insight to help transform your vision into an architect’s dream come true. Take a look at some of our favorite projects.
High-strength, rigid steel I-beams enable you to create structures with a clear span of more than 300 feet. You can achieve the length, width, and ceiling height necessary to comfortably accommodate any indoor configuration or activity. We can also help you maximize available square footage while retaining the building’s functionality.
The result is total versatility. Tension fabric buildings are spacious and strong enough for whatever you require:
- Solar panels
- Hanging loads such as cranes or conveyors
- Walkways or mezzanines
- Windows and doors in any size
- Passive and/or active ventilation
- Insulation
- Interior columns (yes, if you require them)
- Segregated interior spaces for offices, bathrooms, storage, horse stalls, etc.
- Exterior canopies
- Loading docks
Clearing the way for a free-span building is just the beginning—every other detail about your structure design will dictate its functionality and longevity.
For example, fabric membrane structures let in a significant amount of natural light, creating a more pleasant indoor environment that requires less artificial lighting. This is a key benefit of sustainable building design, offering energy efficiency while maintaining optimal lighting conditions.
Durability That Won’t Quit
Legacy’s tension fabric buildings are designed and built to meet any necessary local requirements. Additionally, they meet the Florida Product Approval standards, designed to certify hurricane-worthiness. Durability is vital in these difficult environmental conditions.
Standard hot-dip galvanized beams hold up well, but for added protection, the EpoxxiShield™ epoxy coating can help reduce maintenance costs and increase building life span. Those savings benefit every owner, but reliable corrosion protection is essential in marine air environments or for any operation involving caustic materials. This is part of the sustainable building design approach, reducing long-term maintenance costs and increasing building longevity.
Superior ROI
Any new building is a significant investment. Expecting an accelerated and higher return is something any business owner, corporate CFO, or government purchasing manager can easily appreciate.
Why settle for a standardized, conventionally constructed building? The architectural advantages offered by Legacy’s clear-span buildings are as many and varied as your unique facility requirements. From commercial building design to sustainable building design, Legacy’s custom solutions provide an unmatched return on investment.
