Pipeline sun shields provide the necessary shade at interconnect metering locations to allow accurate readings where an oil, gas or liquid pipeline is above ground and exposed to the weather. The combination of a strong, durable steel shelter backed by engineering and easy to assemble with Slip-Fit frame connections has attracted increased interest from the nation’s pipeline industry. And VersaTube sun shades and shelters are available in standard sizes or can be customized to each specific application.
Pipeline Shades Standard Sizes
Width
10', 12', 14', 18', 20', 24' and 30'
Using 2" x 2" and 2" x 3"
steel tube frame
Height
Up to 12' exterior side
Length
20' minimum roof coverage length
(18' minimum frame length)
Length extensions in 4', 4.5' or 5' on-center spacing depending on the model
Roof Pitch
3:12
Custom Sizes
Available up to 52' wide and 16' side height using 2" x 4" steel tube frame
Options / Accessories
Additional Side Sheet Metal Panels
26-Gauge Sheet Metal
Primary framing uses 2” x 2” square and 2” x 3” rectangular steel tubing for structures engineered up to 30’ wide and 12’ high (sidewall). 2” x 4” steel tubing is used for shelters engineered over 30’ up to 52’ wide and up to 16’ high (sidewall).
Install on ground, concrete slab or footings or piers, or any level surface per anchoring instructions. Must be installed with one end slightly raised to allow water runoff. Your choice of concrete or ground stake anchors.
Standard packages include frame system with self-drilling screws, 29-gauge sheet metal & trim package with screws, butyl caulk tape, vinyl trim, and choice of anchors.
Pipeline Shades Truss Bracing
Interior truss bracing may be required by engineering depending on the shade dimensions and your local snow and wind load requirements. Typically, 10’, 12’, 14’ and some 18’ and 20’ models do not require truss bracing. Some 18’ and 20’ and all 24’ and wider units are sold with truss bracing. Truss braces are used on all interior truss frame sections and ARE NOT REQUIRED for the front and back end truss sections.
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