Commercial awnings come in various shapes and styles, including dome, arch, and waterfall, and can be fixed or retractable. They can promote branding, provide customer comfort, save energy, and offer additional space. Custom designs and lighting options are also available.
Commercial awnings are very popular with businesses and there are many styles available. In addition to selecting the appropriate fabric, contractors need to consider the type of awning hardware, such as stationary, freestanding, or retractable. Of the many shapes available for awnings, some of the more popular shapes are dome, arch, and waterfall. Typically, business owners choose commercial awning types based on their needs, such as advertising, customer comfort, or energy saving.
Advertising, called branding, is one of the main reasons business owners choose printed awnings. The shape and style of the awning can help your brand be more effective. For example, a waterfall awning displays the print better than a basic A-frame style awning. Awning manufacturers often add a printed valance to an awning to increase brand visibility. Valances are available with a variety of edge shapes, such as straight, scalloped, and even custom shapes.
One of the main reasons for using an awning is to save money on energy bills by providing shade in the summer and blocking the wind in the winter. Typically, there are a variety of products available that can help a business achieve LEED certification, which is awarded to businesses that adhere to strict environmental building codes. The right choice of awning can make a substantial difference in the cost of services and functionality of the awning. Entrepreneurs should consult a designer or architect to choose the right type of tent for the location and climate.
Some commercial awnings are large enough to cover entire rooms, while others don’t extend from the facade of the building. Larger tents need a special awning structure, called a truss. Small size commercial awnings allow a business to expand their space very quickly and at a fraction of the cost of permanent structures. Most manufacturers have designers who work with the contractor to build a safe and secure facility. Some companies offer retractable awnings for commercial settings.
Retractable awnings allow businesses to offer a sheltered area when needed and an open area when possible. This is particularly beneficial for businesses such as restaurants, bars and other restaurants. Retractable awnings come in a multitude of styles and sizes, ranging from simple awnings to poolside seating. Some of the larger retractable awnings have a complex, permanent substructure, but others are simpler and use spring-loaded arms to support the awning as it unfolds. Many manufacturers offer remote control operation or sensor-controlled automatic retraction and extension.
Most commercial awnings are fixed structures that do not retract. Typically, these awnings work as brand promoters, provide comfort and safety for customers, and save energy. Fixed awnings can be free-standing or building-mounted. The frame style can be an A-frame, a standard convex or arched canopy, or a custom style. Other framing styles include the waterfall, shed, and blending styles.
Other options for commercial awnings include lighting and uniquely designed shapes, such as custom curved canopies or awnings shaped like curved building fronts. Many manufacturers will custom build tent trusses to meet customer specifications, such as an S-curve tent. Some businesses use sidewall awnings to offer heated waiting areas. One option for the sidewalls is clear plastic which allows for greater visibility.
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