The KwikShade structure features a fully tensioned, hyperbolic shade sail mounted within a diagonally joisted steel frame. Square in shape, each unit is available as a kit in set sizes of 12′ and 16′.

Designed as a permanent structure, KwikShade requires minimal footings. Surface-mounted installations can be relocated if needed after the initial setup.

These structures are especially popular in educational environments such as schools, playgrounds, and daycare centers, though they are suitable for a wide range of other applications.

Key Features:

  • All-Weather

  • Extendability

  • Stainless Steel Perimeter

  • Limited Span

  • Minimal Footings

  • Marine-Grade Hardware

  • Retrofit Capable

  • ShadeArt™

Bring lasting shade and visual impact to your space with a KwikShade system—engineered for style, simplicity, and strength.

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    Less Extensive Footings

    Typically, tensioned fabric structures require extensive footings to handle the load created by tensioning the fabric. KwikShade structures are braced at the top of each post, which allows for much smaller and less intrusive footings. These structures can be bolted to any substantial surface such as concrete or asphalt or can be secured using smaller footings for surfaces such as grass.

    Kwik Shade canopy installation

    Retrofit Possibilities

    Because of this reduction in footing size, KwikShade structures are great for adding to existing facilities where shade has not been planned from the initial design. These structures are also relatively small, making it easy to fit into an existing playground or seating area without taking up too much space.

    Kwik Shade outdoor shade structure installation

    Available in 12' and 16'

    The KwikShade structure features a fully tensioned, hyperbolic shade sail mounted within a diagonally joisted steel frame. Square in shape, each unit is available as a kit in set sizes of 12′ and 16′.

    For precise measurements, configurations, and installation guidance, please refer to the detailed technical information available in our CAD drawings. These CAD details provide all the necessary data to support accurate planning and integration into your design.

    Kwik Shade portable shade system

    Waterproof

    Waterproof fabric needs to be fully tensioned to prevent water pooling, which leads to structural damage. Our framed (hip) structures are typically semi-tensioned which limits the selection of fabrics we can use, however, Kwick Shade structures feature a fully tensioned shade sail, allowing us to fly waterproof shade sails which creates additional protection from the elements.

    Kwik Shade portable shade structure

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