Tension Membrane Services

Compusoft Engineering are experts in the analysis and design of tensioned fabric structures.

Tension Fabric Structures provide a unique Engineering challenge. The Engineer must design a structure whose form is determined not only by the vision of the Architect but also the forces within the fabric.

Tension membrane structures work in a manner that is totally different from conventional structures. Specialist knowledge is required to evaluate and efficiently distribute the large tension loads generated by the structural form.

An understanding of the structural forms and load actions is vital mto ensure the successful completion of a Tension Membrane project.

Compusoft Engineering has designed over 100 fabric structures worldwide to all major design codes and can provide consulting services ranging from simple advice to full structural detail drawings and fabric patterns. Some the structures that have been designed by Compusoft Engineering are shown in the project profiles: Tension Membrane Structure Projects

Compusoft Engineering offer the following Tension Membrane services: Consultant - Provide independent guidance for the development of tension membrane schemes, including shapes and support systems. Finite Element Analysis - Stress analysis of the fabric membrane and support system using specialist large displacement non-linear finite element programs. Structural Design - Code compliant design and detailing of the fabric membrane system, including fabric, cables, membrane plates, and support structure. Fabric Patterning - Production of computer generated fabric patterns for the design shape.