While the ever-increasing population and the concentration of job opportunities in certain regions forced people to live in the city, the pandemic, which affected the whole world, reminded us how important outdoor living spaces and human interaction with nature are. With the pandemic, it has become much more valuable to be able to breathe in the open air.
Today, when new systems are developed with the support of developing technology, it has become important for our living spaces to be flexible and functional.
Openable and closing systems that can be opened and closed according to your wishes and needs are movable roof and facade systems that can meet this requirement.
Composed of a series of panels that can be slid or folded back, mechanical & movable roof designs can be customized according to the type of building, the material to be used, the utility desired and your other demands.
How Retractable Roofs Work
Retractable roofs consist of rigid, steel movable panels. Panels of large steel trusses are driven by large, mechanical drive systems.
Retractable roofs can move in various directions, including vertical, horizontal, parallel, fan-shaped, and centrally rotating. There are also different types of retraction, including overlap, stacking, folding and telescopic, and roofs can be divided into any number of sections.
Usage areas:
» Outdoor living areas (Pergola, gazebo, etc.)
» Private living spaces, residences (Veranda, balcony, courtyard, etc.)
» Sports facilities (Tennis courts, swimming pools, etc.)
» Amphitheaters
» Shopping centers
» Cafes, restaurants, and hotels
» Stadiums
» Outdoor entertainment venues, arenas
» Commercial buildings
» Greenhouses
» Parking lots
What are the Benefits of Retractable Roof Systems?
● Flexible and Functional Use
If you have a retractable roof system in your living space or commercial buildings, you can make optimum use of the open air in accordance with the changing weather conditions.
You can open your roof to benefit from the sun as much as you want in the open air, and close your roof when the weather is cold, rainy, or windy.
● Expand Your Living Space
Retractable roofs can be used as an additional space to your existing living space by being closed in adverse weather conditions, while when opened in good weather conditions, they turn into an area that has a connection with the outdoors.
● Extend Product Lifespan
Retractable roof systems provide a longer life by preventing your outdoor and indoor furniture from fading from the sun.
● Natural Ventilation & Natural Light
In buildings with a movable roof system, movable roof windows can offer you natural ventilation, fresh air circulation, natural light, and unique views.
● Variable Atmosphere
Retractable roofs, in addition to the natural ventilation they provide, can also create a variable atmosphere in the building. For example, in stadiums with grass fields, the desired growth of grass requires high-energy light and water. It is easier to provide a natural and variable atmosphere in a stadium with a retractable roof system.
● Increase in Property Value
Retractable roof systems create added value for both residential and commercial buildings, as they provide functional use of your property in all weather conditions, throughout the year.
Which Materials Are Used in Retractable Roof Systems?
Different materials such as glass, fabric, composite, aluminum, wood, or polycarbonate can be used in retractable roof systems, depending on the type of building, working style and function.
What are the Types of Retractable Roof Systems?
Types of retractable roof systems may vary according to your structure, desired function, and material to be used. For detailed information, you can review the following system types.
» Cable Supported Systems
» Rail Supported Systems
» Scissors Supported Systems
» Tensioned Systems
» Articulated Systems
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