Awning and shading system structural calculation
For awnings and shading systems, wind governs. We check profiles, arms and especially the wall fixings under realistic wind conditions.
Why it matters
An open awning catches wind like a sail. Besides the arms and the torsion bar, the anchors fixing the brackets to the wall become critical, especially in aerated concrete, brick or externally insulated walls.
We compare the declared EN 13561 wind resistance class with actual site conditions and report brackets, anchors and intermediate supports where needed.
Systems
- Folding-arm awnings
- Cassette awnings
- Zip screens and vertical blinds
- Brise-soleil and aluminium louvres
Standards
- EN 1991-1-4
- EN 13561
- EN 13659
- EN 1999-1-1
- EN 1992-4
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Wind
Wind pressure on the open awning and comparison with its wind class.
Profiles and arms
Bending, torsion and deflection.
Brackets and anchors
Anchor selection and checks by wall type.
Vertical systems
Zip guide rails and louvre supports.
Information for a quote
- Awning size, number of arms, bracket positions
- Product data
- Wall type and insulation thickness
- Location and height
Deliverables
- Structural report
- Anchor type and quantity
- Recommended wind limit for operation
Awning & Shading Structures
How should an awning be fixed through external insulation?
Insulation carries no load. The bracket load has to be transferred to the structural wall with a suitable stand-off anchoring system, designed for the wall type and insulation thickness.
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