Legacy Building
Solutions Blog

Subscribe to Our Blog

Tension Fabric Structures (8)

Energy-efficient fabric building using thermally non-conductive materials for enhanced climate control.

Achieving Optimal Climate Control with Thermally Non-Conductive Fabric

On a hot day, the desire to stay cool seems all-consuming. Equipment and bulk material – particularly temperature-sensitive items such as commodity crops and waste matter – also thrive in a cooler...

Read More
waste processing facility, waste processing, waste recycling building

Design Factors that Decrease Odor in Waste Processing Facilities

While recycling and waste processing facilities (WPF) are a necessary aspect of modern life – after all, most people don’t want to deal with garbage after it’s brought to the curb — there is one main...

Read More
 Common Mistakes in Fabric Building Construction | Erecting a fabric building

Common Mistakes in Fabric Building Construction

7 Common Mistakes in Fabric Building Construction There are as many standards for fabric structure construction as there are manufacturers. While no builder can guarantee that their structure is 100%...

Read More
Fabric Buildings - Roof Pitch - Free Span Space - Legacy Building Solutions

Adjustable Height for Fabric Buildings

The size of a building is typically expressed with two numbers, representing the width and length of the building. Less often noted is the height of the structure – but for some applications, both...

Read More
Potash Mining - Potash Storage - Tension Fabric Structures - Corrosion Resistance - Rigid Steel Frame

Benefits of Potash Storage in Fabric Buildings

One of Canada’s most important mining exports is potash – a blend of salts found deep below the ground. Canadian mining companies -- especially in Saskatchewan and New Brunswick -- are the world’s...

Read More
Disaster Relief - Tension Fabric Building - Legacy Building Solutions

The State of P3’s in North America

There is a misperception that P3 is mostly for disaster-relief projects; but many types of building projects can benefit from a P3 system. Waste-to-energy projects are a great example. Anything that...

Read More
Sustainability in Fabric Building Construction

Sustainable Fabric Building Construction: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Reduce, reuse, recycle – this is the mantra of sustainability. By reducing the amount of construction waste, re-using recycled glass in insulation and using recyclable cladding, fabric buildings are...

Read More
Texas A&M Tension Fabric Athletic Facility by Legacy Building Solutions

Fabric Sports Building at Texas A&M

All of us at Legacy Building Solutions were proud to work with Texas A&M University’s athletics department to design and build two custom fabric athletics buildings for the McFerrin Athletic Center,...

Read More
Fabric roofs help save money and energy - fabric roofing systems

Saving Money and Energy with Fabric Roofing Systems

The selection of roofing materials fundamentally impacts a structure's performance, sustainability, and long-term value. In commercial building design, architectural fabric membrane systems offer...

Read More
Ventilation in Commodity Storage Fabric Buildings

Ventilation in Commodity Storage Buildings

Commodity storage buildings are a huge financial investment. It's important to consider not only the initial building cost but also the maintenance cost and the value of the stored items. When...

Read More
5 Advantages of Fabric Buildings for Waste and Recycling Facilities

5 Advantages of Fabric Buildings for Waste and Recycling Facilities

Tension fabric structures can be used as waste transfer stations, recycling sorting facilities, and storage buildings. Fabric buildings are versatile enough to be used as any type of waste management...

Read More
History of Tension Fabric Buildings - Legacy Headquarters

History of Fabric Buildings

Fabric structures have a long and rich history. From the early days of simple fabric draped over available limbs to modern tension fabric structures build with technical fabrics and steel, these...

Read More
Fabric Buildings vs Concrete Buildings

Fabric Buildings vs Concrete Buildings

One of the most important decisions to make in a building project is what type of structure you will build. Directly comparing two building types will typically give the most accurate picture of the...

Read More
Fabric Buildings vs Post-Frame Buildings

Fabric Buildings vs Post-Frame Buildings

When planning a new construction project, one of the first decisions is choosing the right building material. Fabric buildings and post-frame buildings have unique benefits. Knowing their differences...

Read More