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Retractableawnings.com, Inc.

Miami, FL 33014-6417

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  • Est. 1986
  • Size 10-19 Employees

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Metro Park VI

Project Information

Project Location:
Alexandria, VA
Status:
Completed - Aug 2012
Structure Type:
Office Building

References

Owner:
Clarion Partners/The Evans Company
Architect:
Lehman, Smith, McLeish Architects Inc.
General Contractor:
Hitt Contracting Inc.
Client:
Kent Fee - AIA, LEED AP ID+C
(202) 295-4841
Lehman, Smith, McLeish Architects Inc.

Scope Of Work

Project specifications:

The architect specified two butting/side by side 173.93 inch wide x 240.0 inch projection retractable canopy systems to be inserted in to a new steel frame structure. Each of the areas to be covered used one continuous piece of fabric and one motor. The system frame and guides specified are made entirely of aluminum which is powder coated using the Qualicoat® powder coating process. Custom color chosen for the guides by the Architect was RAL 9006 known as White Aluminum. The stainless steel components used were Inox (470LI and 316) that are of the highest quality and have an extremely high corrosion resistance. In fact, the components passed the European salt spray corrosion test as tested by Centro Sviluppo Materiali in Italy. Fabric specified was Ferrari Precontraint 86 Color 2044 White, a fabric that is self-extinguishing (fire retardant). These retracting canopy systems have a Beaufort wind load rating Scale 10 (up to 63 mph) with the fabric fully extended and in use. A grey hood with end caps was requested for each end of each unit to prevent rain water (location is Alexandria, Virginia) from collecting in the folds of fabric when not in use. A running profile that runs from end to end in the rear of each section was necessary to attach the Somfy RTS motor that is installed inside a motor safety box. The client chose to control the system with two remote controls, two white wall switches and two Somfy wind sensors.

Purpose of this project. What the client requested:

Our original contact was from the architect who requested two retractable systems that would attach to a new steel structure and that would meet local wind load requirements since the units are installed on the top of the building known as Metro Park VI. The architect wanted a contemporary, modern and very clean appearance and a product that would also meet International Building Code Requirements. The purpose of the project was to provide an area for shade, heat, sun, glare and UV protection but not rain protection thus the use of Soltis 86 sheer mesh fabric. The client stated to the Architect that the area was to be used for entertainment purposes in good weather conditions.

Uniqueness or complexity of the project:

This project was a challenge since the steel structure was being built at the same time (simultaneously) as the retractable patio cover systems were being manufactured to meet a deadline therefore there was no room for error. In addition, removing all the extrusions, fabric etc. from the crate and hoisting them to the top of the building was indeed difficult but accomplished.

Results of the project:

The client was elated with the results of both retractable canopy cover systems. Along with landscaping, the exterior top floor of the Metro Park VI building was transformed and is truly a stunning example of design, function and aesthetics as can be seen in the pictures. Goal accomplished – All customer requirements were met including a contemporary, modern, stylish and very clean appearance along with providing shade, sun, UV, glare and heat reduction. 

 

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