Melbourne, Victoria · Industrial parking area · Seven EV charging bays
A 24m-long PVDF membrane carport brings continuous overhead shelter to a row of seven EV charging bays. With a 6m depth and 3.2m eaves height, the structure covers approximately 144m² in plan while retaining an open-sided parking layout.
Project Background
The industrial site’s exposed parking area offered little overhead shelter for charging vehicles or people using the equipment. The brief was to add a dedicated canopy that would fit the factory setting and make the charging row more comfortable to use in sun and rain.
Client Requirements
- Provide continuous cover along seven charging bays.
- Keep vehicle access, charging controls and cable handling areas usable.
- Use a durable outdoor steel frame and a white membrane roof.
- Coordinate the structure with the industrial buildings and parking layout.
- Plan column locations and footings around site conditions.
Materials and Dimensions
| Location | Melbourne, Victoria |
|---|---|
| Length × depth | 24m × 6m |
| Nominal coverage | Approximately 144m² |
| Eaves height | 3.2m |
| Charging bays | Seven |
| Roof membrane | White PVDF membrane |
| Structural frame | Hot-dip galvanised tubular steel |
| Connections | Stainless-steel cables and fastening hardware |
| Foundations | Individual concrete footings |
Design and Installation Solution
Fit the canopy to everyday charging use
The continuous roof follows the charging row. The support layout leaves the equipment approachable and preserves the open character of the car park. Charger positioning and cable routes are considered alongside vehicle movement rather than treated as an afterthought.
Combine a steel frame with a tensioned PVDF membrane
The galvanised frame provides the supporting structure, with corrosion protection suited to an outdoor installation. The white PVDF membrane forms a curved overhead cover. Membrane tension, roof geometry and drainage detailing work together to manage rainwater; the foundations and connections need to match the engineered design for the site.
Provide shelter with practical limits
The roof shades the covered parking area and reduces direct overhead rain exposure. Open sides maintain visibility and airflow but allow wind-driven weather to enter. The canopy supplements the charging equipment’s own weather protection; it does not replace it.
Project Outcome
The charging area now has a defined, sheltered row beneath a white membrane roof. Seven bays share the same overhead structure, giving the industrial parking area a consistent appearance while retaining access to the chargers and surrounding vehicle routes.
Timeframe, Budget, Permit and Customer Feedback
- Installation timeframe
- The actual duration has not been published. A project programme depends on design, fabrication and site access.
- Budget range
- Prices vary by project. Contact Furite for a free site measurement and a tailored quote.
- Permit
- Project-specific permit information has not been supplied. Requirements need to be checked for the property, proposed structure and intended use.
- Customer review
- No verified customer quotation is available for this page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much area does this seven-bay canopy cover?
The canopy measures 24m long by 6m deep, giving approximately 144 square metres of nominal plan coverage. Its eaves height is 3.2m.
What membrane is used on this project?
The specified roof material is white PVDF membrane, supported by hot-dip galvanised tubular steel framing. Product-specific performance should be checked against the supplied material documentation.
Does a canopy replace the charger’s weather protection?
No. The canopy provides overhead shade and rain shelter, but its open sides remain exposed to wind-driven weather. Charging equipment still needs suitable weather protection and installation.