Rapid Solutions
Comparison Matrix
Apples vs Apples
We have developed an at-a-glance comparison matrix that demonstrates the different ways that Sprung tensioned membrane structures outperform and outlast pre-engineered metal and conventional construction buildings.
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Delivery
Sprung structures are normally delivered 3weeks from order
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6-16 weeks from order
8-12 months
Shipping
Compact shipping:
Sprung structures, 1400 m² can be shipped in one 40′ ISO container or on one 48′ flatbed
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560 m² per load
n/a
Foundations
If appropriate soil conditions exist, concrete foundations are not required on Sprung structures up to 48 m wide
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Yes – no exceptions
Yes – no exceptions
Construction time on building envelope
46 m² to 185 m² per day, depending on options, complete with finished interior for a Sprung structure
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After foundation is in place, a pre-engineered metal building can go up to 734 m² within 4 weeks
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12-18 months for conventional construction
Overall fast-track construction timeline. Groundbreaking to completion
1-6 months for a Sprung structure
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6-9 months for a pre-engineered metal building
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12-18 months conventional construction
Maintenance schedule
A Sprung structure has a rust-free aluminum substructure. Sprung’s patented tensioning system does not require any retensioning of membrane panels for the life of the structure
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A standing seam metal roof is prone to large thermal movements. This causes leaks and requires continuous maintenance, especially at penetrations.
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Regular maintenance is required.
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Expandability
Adding additional modules Sprung structure is easy
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Renovation required
Renovation required
Exterior color options
Sprung structures offers unlimited color options
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Limited
Limited
Flexibility to relocate
Yes
No
No
Daylight panels
Standard feature: daylight panels in peak of a Sprung structure provide an optimum amount of natural daylight
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Significant extra cost
Significant extra cost
Airtight building Envelope Efficiency
Air permeability is almost 0 in a Sprung structure, resulting in superior energy performance.
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Poor air-tightness
Moderate air-tightness
Acoustics
Excellent acoustical properties with our comprehensive insulation package and “soft wall” interior membrane
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Significant additional costs associated with acoustic treatments needed to make a metal building acceptable for any application where acoustics are a concern (gymnasiums, public assembly, churches, casinos, offices etc.
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Limited performance
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