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Designing Carpark Facades for Safety and Aesthetics

Webnet stainless steel mesh offers a very versatile solution for multi-deck carpark facades and barriers, as it can serve a variety of purposes in one installation. Webnet not only
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Elevated Outdoor Parks Bring Nature to the Concrete Jungle

Outdoor parks give city-dwellers an opportunity to spend time in nature and help to mitigate the urban heat island effect and pollution from vehicles and industry. However, land tends
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Non-Climbable Safety Barriers in Playgrounds

Tensile Webnet mesh is one of the top non-climbable options for barriers around elevated play equipment. The flexible stainless-steel mesh enables children to enjoy climbing play in maximum safety,
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Retrofit Barrier Options for Existing Buildings

While safety barriers for buildings are often incorporated at the design stage, there are occasions when a completed building needs retrofitting. This might be due to a safety issue
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Parking Lot Barrier Ideas Utilising Stainless Steel Mesh

In a multi-level carpark, fall protection must be addressed through robust barriers or guardrails that meet required safety codes. Here are some parking lot barrier ideas that incorporate Jakob
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Sustainability in the Tensile Architecture Supply Chain

Sustainable tensile architecture can be achieved through energy-efficient design, and the use of durable, recycled and low-maintenance materials. At Tensile, we are committed to sustainability in tensile architecture by
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What Are Tensile Structures and How Do They Work?

Tensile structures date back to ancient times. They are a form of light construction that is kept stable through tensioning. This contrasts with conventional buildings where stability occurs through
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Tension Safety Net Secrets for Architects

High-rise buildings, bridges, atriums and elevated platforms all have one thing in common: they need a strong fall protection barrier to keep people safe. But the last thing you
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The Art of Design with Webnet Frames

Image source: Jakob Webnet frames consist of Jakob Webnet mesh panels fixed within tubular, rectangular stainless-steel frames. Using Webnet frames in safety barrier design allows for a modular approach
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Bringing Outdoor Community Art Projects to Life

Tensile has been involved in several outdoor community art projects, using stainless steel cables to help bring them to life. Stainless steel cables provide the necessary strength for suspended
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