COMMERCIAL PERGOLA

Project Details

CHALLENGE:

This pergola installation required compliance with city requirements for wind and snow load specifications. The process required StruXure Denver to create multiple versions of design plans, each tailored to meet the standards set forth for structural safety and durability. Navigating through these requirements demanded a meticulous approach to design and engineering, ensuring that the pergola would enhance the aesthetic and functional aspects of the outdoor space and stand up to the harsh weather conditions typical of the Denver, CO, region. StruXure Denver assisted Pulte Mortgage Company with all the necessary formalities and addressed every detail with precision and care, from initial design concepts to the final approval stages.

This commercial pergola installation was fairly straightforward on an existing concrete pad, although due to the high wind exposure, a specialized foundation design known as “bell footings” was employed. This technique involves creating footings that are 14” wide at the top and then expand, or “bell out,” to a width of 36” three feet down into the ground, with the posts securely embedded within this concrete foundation. Such a design is crucial in areas prone to strong winds, as it significantly enhances the structural integrity of the pergola, ensuring it can withstand the forces exerted by the wind. This requirement for extra reinforcement highlighted the technical precision and innovative solutions StruXure Denver brought to the project, ensuring the pergola’s longevity and reliability amidst challenging environmental conditions.

SOLUTION

StruXure Denver installed the 12’ x 30’ multizone Pivot 6 pergola in a beautiful Adobe color to blend perfectly with the existing aesthetics of the building and its surroundings. The Pivot 6 design includes standard adjustable louvers, allowing for effortless control over sunlight and wind exposure, and this commercial pergola was equipped with advanced rain and wind sensors to adapt to changing weather conditions automatically.

To address the challenge of direct sunlight and wind on the west-facing side, the pergola was equipped with MagnaTrack motorized screens, enhancing the comfort and usability of the space throughout the day. Lighting was included to add to the functionality of the space, allowing it to be used during the evening hours.
The Pivot 6 pergola is known for its commercial-grade durability and ease of use. Constructed from powder-coated, commercial-grade aluminum, it offers superior resistance against the elements, including high snow and wind loads, and is impervious to most hail damage. The thick structural material ensures sturdiness and longevity, with each unit custom-built to meet local load requirements.

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