Industrial canopy: Flexible industrial canopies for storage areas and loading zones

An industrial canopy is a structure made of an aluminium frame. The roof cladding is either a single-layer PVC sheeting or a solid roof made of trapezoidal sheet metal panels.

In principle, our industrial canopies are designed from the outset without fixed side walls, which gives them an open structure. Nevertheless, we offer the option of integrating up to three side walls upon request, relying on specific structural calculations and inspections. In this way, we adapt our solutions flexibly to individual requirements without compromising on quality and safety.

This lightweight and robust construction protects the desired work area, materials or goods from weather influences such as moisture and sun. The dimensions of a building canopy can be individually adapted to requirements and range from 5.00 m to 30.00 m in width. Storage canopies can be flexibly extended in 5.00 m increments and offer a side height of up to 6.20 m.

There are numerous industries for which a canopy provides significant added value. And for a simple reason: with industrial canopies, less sensitive goods, materials, machinery and vehicles are ideally protected – quickly and easily.

Such a storage canopy is not only of great importance for companies in the retail sector, but also for those in agriculture, the construction industry, the automotive industry and logistics.

In addition to being used as storage canopies, industrial canopies offer many other possible applications:

• Canopying of loading zones
• Parking space for vehicles
• Canopy for warehouse buildings
• Canopy between buildings
• Border crossings
• Checkpoints

With an industrial canopy, work areas and materials are therefore also protected against all weather influences during loading and unloading operations.

Our flexible canopies are a quick and simple solution when it comes to protecting your goods, materials, vehicles or machinery from weather influences. For this reason, building canopies are very popular with our customers – both for hire and for purchase.

Get an idea for yourself through our case studies of how versatile our flexible industrial canopies are in practical use.

Industrial canopies can be used as standalone storage units or as canopies for loading and unloading zones. It is also possible to connect multiple canopies to create an even larger area. The structure of our building canopy can be precisely adapted to the desired area of use. This is made possible by the modular building system and variable dimensions. Thanks to their high flexibility, canopies can be integrated into all storage processes and impress with a range of beneficial features.

1. Long-term use thanks to the highest-quality materials and equipment options

The materials used determine the quality and service life of a canopy. For the frame of a canopy, we at HTS TENTIQ use extruded aluminium, which is corrosion-free for its entire service life. Hot-dip galvanised steel is used for inserts and connecting parts. As a result, our canopies are very lightweight yet extremely robust and achieve a service life of several decades. This is what makes them so attractive and versatile for industrial use.

In addition to material quality, we also place great importance on our manufacturing quality. All canopies from HTS TENTIQ are therefore produced in accordance with ISO certifications and European and international standards.

Thanks to the many equipment and accessory options, each canopy can be customised and precisely adapted to individual requirements. In addition, a storage canopy is maintenance-free and easy to clean. If it is no longer needed for a certain period or if the location needs to be changed, it can be easily dismantled and temporarily stored.

2. Flexibility and mobility

The storage requirements of companies are constantly changing. This therefore requires scalable storage spaces and canopies. Thanks to the flexible modular system, existing canopies or temporary buildings can be extended at any time and adapted to current requirements. At HTS TENTIQ, extensions are carried out easily in 5.00 m increments.

If a canopy is no longer needed at one location, it can be quickly dismantled and reassembled at another site. The lightweight aluminium frame can be installed on almost any surface. Installation is also possible on uneven ground or with a slight gradient. Excavation work, the construction of a foundation or other preparatory work are not required.

Wall cladding can also be added at a later stage, provided that structural calculations permit it. These many options significantly increase the range of applications for industrial canopies.

3. Stability and safety

Buildings are sometimes exposed to significant wind and snow loads. A canopy must be able to withstand these. When planning an industrial canopy, we at HTS TENTIQ always take local snow and wind loads into account. Our industrial canopies are already designed as standard for wind loads of 0.5 kN/m² and snow loads ranging from 0.52 to 1.00 kN/m².

4. Time and cost efficiency

Our industrial canopies are delivered as a kit including instructions. This makes installation very quick and straightforward. In this way, you can create additional space in no time without stopping or disrupting ongoing operations.

In addition to significant time savings, temporary buildings in lightweight construction also offer considerable cost efficiency. The acquisition costs of lightweight structures are much lower compared to solid construction. In addition, HTS TENTIQ offers not only purchase options but also hire and leasing. Thanks to the various financing options, the costs of an industrial canopy can be individually financed according to the company’s needs.

5. Environmentally friendly solution

A sustainable construction method is playing an increasingly important role in industry. Temporary buildings minimise environmental impact. One reason for this is the minimal use of materials. However, the type of materials used also makes temporary buildings an environmentally friendly solution. The frame can be reused repeatedly, even after multiple assembly and dismantling cycles. In addition, aluminium achieves a very long service life and can be recycled at the end of its life cycle.

With a high-quality industrial canopy, you solve several problems at once: weather-related damage to your materials, goods, vehicles or equipment becomes a thing of the past. As a result, your goods and operational resources are always ready for use, and delays or even cancellations of customer contracts are no longer necessary. This allows you to present yourself to your customers as a reliable company. At the same time, you reduce the risk of higher insurance premiums and thus save costs in the long term.

Before deciding to purchase, a rental period of at least 12 months is also possible. If the product meets expectations, the rental can also be converted into a purchase before the end of the minimum rental period. Further information on our financing options as well as their advantages and disadvantages can be found in our guide.

Simple solutions are known to be the best. That is precisely why we have developed our industrial canopies. Whenever your storage requirements change, our building canopies are quickly ready for use and can be expanded at any time. This not only provides optimal protection for your products but also increases your competitiveness.