Tent basics

A tent is a shed propped on the ground to provide shelter from wind, rain and sunlight and for temporary living. So how much do you know about tents? The following is my compilation of tent knowledge, I hope you like it!

Types of tents

Outdoor sports Tents are divided into several categories: advertising tents (promotional tents), military tents (civilian tents, construction site tents), large herringbone tents, tourist tents (3-season tents (for general outdoor activities) and 4-season tents (winter/ (For mountain use) Disaster relief tents, inflatable tents, and decontamination tents. Below we will introduce the differences between these types of tents in detail.

According to the opening method, they can be divided into quick-opening tents and hand tents

Construction type

In the early days of construction tents in my country, military tents emerged due to wartime needs. Because they are strong and durable, have suitable fabrics, are not expensive, and can adapt to various terrains, they have also become construction tents. , the preferred tent type for engineering tents, which is the prototype of modern construction tents

(1) Tent specifications: common specifications 5*10 5X8 5X6 5X4 3X4 2*3

( 2) The tent has a reasonable structure, is safe and reliable to use, and can withstand 8-level wind and 8 cm thick snow load at the same time.

(3) The tent adopts a steel frame structure, which is simple in structure and easy to unfold and fold in about 20 minutes. /It can be set up or dismantled by 4 people.

(4) Tent (cloth bag + steel frame *** two pieces), packaging volume 0.8 cubic meters.

Top type

The main structure of the herringbone tent is composed of two large tents. It consists of two parts, one is the aluminum alloy main frame, and the other is the tarpaulin. In fact, it is often equipped with other comprehensive supporting facilities to beautify and improve the activities of various themes.

1. Large herringbone roof. The main structure of the tent is made of high-strength aluminum alloy profiles. The construction principle is an aluminum box beam frame. The support connections between the columns are made of steel components. The roof is reinforced with steel cable stays, and the roof and walls are surrounded by base fabric materials. The aluminum alloy profiles are selected according to the GB/T-6063 standard and have been inspected by the National Nonferrous Metals Quality Supervision and Inspection Center. The tent project has a solid foundation, and the materials and structures used have high integrity and safety. European standards. The overall structure has undergone wind tests and damage tests by professional institutions.

2. The tarpaulin uses professional coated fabric PVC with durable bonding performance: knife coating technology. The physical and chemical bonding of liquid PVC and fiber allows the slurry to be directly applied to the fabric; strong welding performance: the welded fabric can withstand great tension and will not be affected even in harsh environments such as hurricanes and frequent operations. The degree of sealing of the weld; durable service life: a certain thickness not only gives the knife-coated fabric good UV resistance, but also extends the service life of the product; good color fastness: due to the pigment directly immersed inside the PVC coating , so the knife-coated fabric can keep its color as bright as new. Anti-corrosion, anti-mildew, anti-ultraviolet and flame retardant (M2 and B1) properties all meet international standards. If used and stored properly, rot and mildew will not occur within three to five years. Alpine's name was inspired by the Alps. ALPINE originally translates as Alps. In Europe, outdoor sports are called Alpine sports. Alpine outdoor sports have a history of more than a hundred years and are synonymous with the leisure and comfortable outdoor lifestyle that ordinary people in Europe are passionate about.

3. Supporting systems. There are generally six series of supporting facilities for the herringbone tent, including walls, floors, furniture, lamps, fabrics and other comprehensive supporting facilities. All the integrated designs are beyond imagination. The main purpose is to provide comprehensive, specific and perfect space solutions for activities of different natures and styles.

1. The frame is made of high-quality steel and aluminum profiles, which is strong and safe.

2. The awning fabric is made of high-grade synthetic fiber and double-layer PVC material, which has the advantages of high strength, wind resistance, rain resistance, sun protection and flame retardancy.

3. Easy to assemble and disassemble, it is the best product for outdoor exhibitions.

4. The tarpaulin is foldable and the frame is small after disassembly, making it easy to transport and store.

5. The unit modular structure can be freely added or divided according to the size of the site. ?

The span of the herringbone tent ranges from 6 meters, 8 meters, 9 meters, 10 meters, 15 meters, 18 meters to 50 meters, etc. ?

Easy to set up and disassemble. ?

There is no need for load-bearing pillars inside the herringbone tent, and the venue is 100% used. ?

There are no special requirements for the construction site. Generally, flat ground such as sand, grass, asphalt, cement and tile floors are acceptable.

Tourism type

3-season tent: usually lighter, generally used in the milder climates of spring, summer and autumn.

3-season tents generally perform well in wind and rain, but their design characteristics make it difficult for them to handle heavy snowfall. If a three-season tent can barely support 2 inches of snow on top of it, by the time 20 inches of snow falls on it, you're definitely in trouble. Another feature of the three-season tent is that it has a certain ventilation design. In order to meet different needs, it is generally designed as a double-layered tent, which is divided into inner and outer tents. The inner tent has a full mesh inner tent and a half mesh inner tent. Some of the inner and outer tents can be used separately, thus meeting the different needs of spring, summer and autumn.

4-season tent: A stronger 4-season tent usually adds 1 to 2 support poles to make the support system withstand stronger winds or thicker falling snow. The shape of winter tents is usually designed into a rounded dome shape to minimize the flat part on the top of the tent and prevent accumulation of snow. Of course, these winter/alpine tents are also suitable for relatively mild climates. It's just the weight of their extra support poles that makes them heavier than three-season tents.

A convertible account is a four-season account that can be adjusted to a three-quarter account. Adjustments are usually made by removing 1 or 2 support poles from the tent's support system, as well as providing removable ventilation components in the design that can be removed or opened to enhance ventilation in mild weather.

The simplest form is a single-layer account. Basically, this kind of tent is just a piece of tarp held up by tent poles with a few vents that can be unzipped for enhanced ventilation in warmer weather. Tent - Term Meaning Dome Tent: Most four-season tents use a rounded dome design. The dome avoids a flat surface at the top of the tent and is less prone to snow accumulation, and this design is also better resistant to wind and provides a high enough interior space. Barrack tent: The three-season tent adopts the design form of the barrack tent. The bottom of this form of account is rectangular, and the account body is narrow and elongated. The barrack tent uses fewer support rods and fabrics, and is generally wedge-shaped. However, its top surface is relatively flat and prone to snow accumulation. Once heavy snowfall occurs, the tent may easily collapse.

Self-supporting tent: Dome-shaped tents are self-supporting. This means that it can stand on its own without the need for additional stakes or bolts. You can easily lift and move such a tent, just like a large inflated balloon, and you can easily shake, swing, and slap the tent to remove dirt before dismantling and packing it. thing.