Comparison of Membrane Structures And Party Tents for Sports Venues

When it comes to large - sized sports venue structures, the cost of membrane structures is roughly similar to that of tents of the same size. However, there are significant differences in their performance and practicality. Here is a detailed comparison :

What Are They?

Membrane Structures: Composed of a steel structure frame covered with architectural membrane fabric.

Party Tents: Built with an aluminum alloy frame, paired with double-coated PVC roof covers and sidewalls, featuring a modular design.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Membrane Structures

Advantages:

* Good self-cleaning property, resulting in low cleaning and maintenance costs .

* Excellent tension and tear resistance; the roof can be stretched into various shapes, offering an artistic appearance.

Disadvantages:

* Usually only has a roof membrane material without side enclosures.

* In windy and rainy weather, rainwater easily drifts into the venue, making the ground wet. Athletes are prone to slipping, posing serious safety hazards (which may lead to interruption of sports careers or lifelong disabilities).

* Adopts a fixed construction mode, cannot be disassembled or moved, lacks modular design, cannot be reused across different venues, and has low secondary use value.

* Requires on-site construction by professional teams, with complex installation, long construction period, and great restrictions by site environment.

* Weak asset preservation ability; difficult to resell after use, and material recycling hardly achieves cost recovery.

Party Tents

Advantages:

* Complete closed space:With side walls, party tents can form a closed space in regular windy and rainy weather, preventing rainwater from entering and providing a stable protective environment for athletes.

* Strong Wind Resistance: In extreme weather like heavy typhoons or hurricanes, tents can resist the wind by disassembling the side walls and roof covers, ensuring safety.

* Flexible and Reusable: Thanks to the modular design, tents can be repeatedly disassembled and installed in different venues.

* Easy Installation: no need for professional teams, and ordinary personnel can complete the setup after simple training .

* High Long-Term Value: Tents can be resold after years of use. Even if no longer in use, selling the aluminum alloy frame as scrap can recover 30% - 40% of the original tent price, making them a cost - effective investment.

For sports venues where safety, flexibility, and long - term value matter, tents clearly stand out as the better choice. They not only protect athletes from potential risks but also offer practical benefits in terms of reuse and cost recovery.