Enclos Tensile Structures

AESS combines structural performance with striking aesthetics. Ideal for high-visibility spaces, AESS offers unparalleled versatility in shaping unique architectural features while providing robust support for tensile membranes and facades. With options like stainless or galvanized steel, it’s adaptable to various design needs. Whether supporting a lightweight tensile structure or creating long-span trusses, AESS delivers aesthetics and functionality. ETS sources AESS from AISC-certified fabricators, trusted partners who execute to the highest industry standards, ensuring precise quality control and exceptional craftsmanship. Ready to elevate your next project? Visit our website to learn more about how we’ve incorporated AESS into iconic structures, or contact us to explore its possibilities for your design. https://lnkd.in/gG8ASMBt

The Mayo Clinic Integrated Education and Research Building (IERB) sets a new standard for blending education, research, and patient care in a cutting-edge environment. Enhancing its Arizona campus is a stunning outdoor courtyard shaded by five custom-engineered tensile membrane canopies. These PTFE canopies do more than provide sun protection—they create a cool, open, and airy space ideal for gatherings, collaboration, and events. Their sleek design reflects heat, diffuses natural light, and integrates seamlessly into the IERB’s modern architecture. ETS delivered these canopies with advanced installation methods prioritizing precision, safety, and efficiency, showcasing our expertise in bringing complex tensile structures to life. Learn more about this project at https://lnkd.in/e5B8d3EU DPR Construction CO Architects DFDG Architecture

When is PVC Membrane the right material for your building project? PVC membrane is a versatile material that stands out for its durability, aesthetic flexibility, and impressive performance, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of building projects. Its adaptability is particularly beneficial in large-scale applications like stadiums and event spaces, where retractable roofing systems are needed to effectively manage lighting and weather conditions. Additionally, when produced in bright white, PVC membrane helps reduce radiant heat gain, keeping interiors cooler and enhancing overall energy efficiency. Sustainability is another key advantage. PVC is recyclable during fabrication and has a life expectancy of 20-30 years, providing a long-lasting, eco-friendly alternative to traditional roofing systems. With its lightweight composition, PVC delivers excellent weathertight properties, making it a cost-effective option without sacrificing performance. Moreover, its availability in various colors and printable surfaces allows for a high degree of customization, ensuring that the material can meet specific aesthetic and design needs. Interested in how PVC membrane can elevate your next project? Click the link below to visit our website or contact us to explore tailored solutions. https://lnkd.in/epdQUE2H

In the spirit of the season, we want to express our gratitude for the incredible project team working on the Montreal Olympic Park Stadium roof replacement. From our partners at Pomerleau and Canam to the International Ironworkers, Local 711, and of course, our own dedicated ETS crew—thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We’re thankful for the teamwork, innovation, and collaboration making this complex project a reality. Here’s to the fantastic people behind the progress! We are wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

When is PTFE Membrane the ideal choice for your building project? Whether designing for extreme climates or looking to make a bold architectural statement, PTFE membrane offers an unparalleled combination of performance, aesthetics, and sustainability. Known for its durability, this woven fiberglass membrane is perfect for projects that demand flexibility and longevity. With a life expectancy of over 25 years, PTFE stands up to harsh weather, UV radiation, and even chemical exposure. Plus, it’s self-cleaning—rainwater washes debris away, keeping the structure pristine. From solid to mesh systems, PTFE’s versatility enhances energy efficiency, light transmission, and shading control, making it an excellent choice for high-performance building envelopes. Ready to explore how this material can elevate your next design? Visit the link below to learn more about our projects featuring PTFE membranes, or contact us to discuss your vision! https://lnkd.in/eWKZxFRu

We’re thrilled to see Ben Johns in action during this year’s biannual roof inspection at BC Place Stadium—a project we’re proud to support through our service and maintenance offerings. The retractable roof is a one-of-a-kind engineering marvel. As the largest cable-supported fabric roof in the world, it’s designed to handle Vancouver’s unique climate while providing incredible event versatility. It transitions from fully covered to open-air in just 20 minutes, enhancing the stadium’s adaptability for sports, concerts, and exhibitions. This year’s scope included: ✔️ Retractable Roof Inspection: Membrane, belts, and connecting hardware ✔️ Fixed Roof Inspection: Outer membrane assessment ETS works closely with our partners, like Ben and PFEIFER Group, to ensure these iconic structures are not only built to last but maintained to perform at their best year-round. Curious about our service and maintenance capabilities? Let’s connect!

Five years ago, ETS brought to life the breathtaking ETFE canopies of the ATLNext Central Passenger Terminal Complex at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. As the largest ETFE cushion application in North America, these 874-foot-long canopies span an impressive 345,500 square feet, sheltering eight lanes of traffic, bus lanes, and stations below. The canopies are not only a structural feat—crafted with 3,500 tons of steel—but a visual marvel, showcasing dynamic light shows with thousands of computer-controlled LEDs that illuminate the terminal in ever-changing hues. Discover more about this iconic project on our website. Visit the link below to learn more about ATLNext and explore how ETS continues to shape the future of tensile architecture. https://lnkd.in/eG6RhQ-f City of Atlanta Synergy Development Partners New South Construction McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. HOK CHASM Architecture, LLC

Exciting career opportunity at ETS! Step into a leadership role as a Construction Site Superintendent and play a key part in delivering groundbreaking tensile structure projects. We are looking for an experienced construction leader to guide our team through specialized installations, from steel erection and tensile membrane installation to rigging and equipment operation. This role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for quality who values safety and teamwork on every challenging project. Curious to learn more about the primary duties, education, and job experience needed? Click the link to view the full job posting and see if ETS is the next step in your career! https://lnkd.in/eMPMAaeN

When is ETFE Film the ideal material for your building project? This lightweight, transparent film offers unparalleled design flexibility while delivering impressive performance and sustainability benefits. Whether you want to minimize the building envelope’s weight on a long-span structure or create large expanses of solar-controlled transparency, ETFE Film is an excellent choice for a wide range of applications. Its ability to transmit up to 95% of light and its thermal insulation properties when deployed as a multi-layer assembly makes ETFE a go-to for projects requiring natural daylighting and energy efficiency. Its self-cleaning surface and durability ensure low maintenance and long-term performance—lasting over 30 years. From single-layer membranes to multi-layered pneumatic cushions, ETFE provides structural stability with minimal weight—just 1% of the weight of glass! It’s also recyclable, flame-resistant, and offers creative opportunities like customizable printing for solar control or aesthetics. ETFE is perfect for projects where transparency, ambitious structural spans, performance, and sustainability intersect. Visit our website to learn more about our projects featuring ETFE, or contact us to explore how we can incorporate it into your next design. https://lnkd.in/e4nk7wGR

The new River Tunnel at Salt Lake City International Airport is a captivating installation designed by Artist Gordon Huether. Inspired by Utah’s flowing rivers, this immersive experience features 284 fins, illuminated in calming blue tones, transforming the journey between the main terminal and Concourse B. Discover more about ETS's most recent project, a one-of-a-kind installation that enhances the passenger experience! https://lnkd.in/eX8quCTn River Tunnel, by Artist Gordon Huether, Salt Lake City International Airport, 2024