Innovative barrel vault structure at Whakatane Aquatic Centre, featuring custom Mehler walls for enhanced thermal retention and energy efficiency, awarded OFPANZ 2021 Award Of Excellence for Tension Structures over 100SQM.
This is a barrel vault structure comprising of 4 Bays constructed together to form the outer roof.
The liner of Translucent 402 was to provide as an extra layer for thermal heat retention and also the protection of the steelwork against chemical reaction.
The Mehler custom made walls for the complex where designed so that when closed assists with thermal retention, a reduction in power costs and extended the length of time the pool was open in the winter.
This project was awarded the OFPANZ 2021 Award Of Excellence for Tension Structures above 100SQM.
Client: Whakatane City Council
Project: Completed May 2021
Approximate Size: 18.5mtrs x 40 mtrs
Project Location: Whakatane Aquatic Centre
Function: Swimming Pool Complex
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