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Tensile Structures
DEX Tensile Solutions
Tensile Structures Design & Build
At DEX Timber Solutions, we engineer iconic membrane structures using superior German & French fabrics (Mehler Texnologies, Serge Ferrari) and precision steelwork. From shade sails to landmark cones, our turnkey service covers design, analysis, fabrication and installation to global safety standards.
Our Core Services
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Advanced Membrane Analysis: German software for wind, snow & creep simulations to meet highest safety standards.
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Steel Design & Detailing: Hot-dip galvanized hollow sections, nodes and cables engineered for long-span stability.
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CNC Fabrication & QC: Chennai facility equipped with high-frequency welding & laser cutting for zero-defect production.
DEX Tensile Solutions
How We Work
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Project Brief & Site Survey
We capture architectural intent, wind zones, foundation constraints and aesthetic goals to define the membrane scope.
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Form-Finding & Load Analysis
Non-linear FEA for optimal shape, prestress and reaction forces under IEC wind & snow codes.
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Steel & Cable Detailing
3D modelling of edge beams, masts and catenary cables with corrosion protection specs.
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Patterning & CNC Cutting
Flattened patterns exported to CNC cutters; welded seams inspected for 100 % airtightness.
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Installation & Handover
Tensioning protocols, lift plans and final membrane cleaning for flawless architectural finish.
Applications We Serve
Tensile Applications
Shade Sails & Courtyard Canopies
Hyperbolic sails for malls, schools and resorts offering UV protection and visual drama.
Conical & Spire Structures
Iconic entrance cones, atrium spires and festival masts engineered for high wind zones.
Stadium & Arena Roofs
Lightweight long-span membranes providing rain cover and natural ventilation for spectators.
Car Parks & Toll Plazas
Column-free tensile roofs keeping vehicles cool while allowing daylight penetration.
Walkways & ETFE Skylights
Transparent ETFE cushions and barrel vaults for airports, metros and retail boulevards.
DEX Timber Solutions
Delivering precise, reliable structural solutions using the complete material spectrum. We blend traditional strength in steel and concrete with cutting-edge expertise in mass timber and architectural glass systems, ensuring structural integrity and design innovation for every unique challenge.
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