Whirlix Design proudly introduces SkyWays® by Landscape Structures, offering an array of cool and reliable shade structures suitable for diverse play, relaxation, or activity areas. Whether it’s playgrounds, schools, dog parks, or parking lots, our solutions ensure comprehensive shade coverage for all your needs.
As the industry’s premier provider of fabric shade structures, SkyWays® boasts extensive expertise garnered from serving some of the nation’s sunniest regions. Designed to withstand the rigors of intense heat and sun exposure, our fabric shade products effectively shield individuals from up to 97 percent of harmful UV rays. Even on the hottest days, they can significantly reduce temperatures by up to 30 degrees. With SkyWays®, we offer versatile solutions to afford kids and families the essential protection they need from the elements.
Explore our extensive array of standard styles or opt for complete customization to ensure the perfect fit for your needs. If you don’t find the exact size, configuration, or attachment method you’re seeking, simply let us know! We’re poised to craft a tailored solution that precisely meets the unique demands of your environment.
Take full ownership of your shaded spaces. Personalize your shade fabric with a logo or design, leveraging our expert design team if needed. Showcase your brand colors with custom multi-panel tops. Additionally, we offer seamless integration of electrical components such as handholes and lighting mounts/connections.
The SkyWays® team is dedicated to delivering nothing short of excellence in shade products. Throughout every stage of the process— from design and engineering to steel welding and powder coating, as well as fabric cutting and sewing—we maintain meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to enduring quality and customer satisfaction. It fills us with pride to witness our cutting-edge shade products gracefully adorning the skies.
Discover the Top 10 Advantages of Commercial Shade Structures
- Shield visitors from intense heat and sun exposure.
- Enhance the aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces, parks, or playgrounds.
- Extend outdoor enjoyment by providing a cooler environment.
- Keep children engaged in play for longer durations.
- Foster more quality family time outdoors.
- Prevent fading and deterioration of equipment due to prolonged sun exposure.
- Establish natural boundaries within your space.
- Expand indoor areas with covered outdoor classrooms and shaded seating.
- Reinforce your project’s theme with creative designs like ship sails, flowers, or nature-inspired treetops.
- Conserve energy resources by reducing electricity consumption.
Why You Should Choose Our Shade Structures
SkyWays® commercial shade structures epitomize unparalleled quality throughout every stage of the manufacturing process. Beginning with design and engineering, through to welding, powder coating, and fabric cutting and sewing, meticulous attention to detail is seamlessly integrated with an unwavering dedication to ensuring lasting satisfaction. Under the guidance of a professional engineer, their team meticulously ensures that no detail is overlooked.
Their steadfast commitment to quality extends to sourcing only the finest materials for projects of all scales. Holding certifications to both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 standards, they prioritize a customer-focused approach. ISO 9001:2015 emphasizes continuous improvement in quality, while ISO 14001:2015 drives them towards environmentally conscious operations.
AISC Certification further underscores their dedication to adhering to the strictest quality standards from the outset. By aligning with the rigorous standards set by the most recognized national quality certification program for the structural steel industry, you can have full confidence in the superior quality of their shade products.
Learn About Our Shade Fabric
Our breathable shade fabric is specifically engineered to block up to 97 percent of the sun’s UV rays, ensuring a cooler environment by up to 30 degrees. Additionally, it boasts resistance against mildew, fading, and ultraviolet rays, thus ensuring its longevity and aesthetic appeal in any setting.
SkyWays® uses knitted mid-duty HDPE as the standard, one of the strongest standard fabrics available in the industry, leading in tensile, tear and burst strengths. They also have heavy-duty fabric available as a custom option for very large spans. They reinforce all corners with 16-ounce non-tear vinyl and all pockets with protective webbing where steel cable enters and exist. SkyWays® products are engineered for super durability and are lead and phthalate free. The fabric colors are fire retardant and certified to the California Fire Marshall – the highest standard for flame resistance and conforms to the following standards.
- ASTM E-84: Class A
- CSFM 127.1 Title 19: Certified
- NFPA 701: Conforms
Easy Care and Maintenance
- All shades use corrosion-resistant steel fastening hardware
- Fabric requires yearly washing using a power washer or water hose and light detergent
- The SkyWays® design permits fasteners to be easily removed for fabric storage
Check Out Our Rapid Release Technology™
There are a variety of reasons why you may want to remove and reinstall your canopy. The changing seasons, to prepare for inclement weather, a desire for a new color scheme. Fortunately, SkyWays® make it quick and easy for you with their patent-pending Rapid Release™ system for SkyWays® shade products.
They’ve designed an adjustable mechanism to quickly release your shades and to ensure that you achieve proper tensioning while reinstalling the canopy with no struggle.
Make it Cool. Make it SkyWays.
