ETFE Dome Structure Beijing Super Heshenghui Landmark
- Project Name:Beijing Changping Super Heshenghui (Super Live)
- Fabric Type: Hybrid ETFE & PTFE Tensile Membranes
- Project Size: 50000sqm
- Dimensions: 60m High / 110m Diameter (Asia's 2nd Largest)
- Market Sector: Commercial Complex / Amphitheaters
- Location: BeiJing, China
- Warranty:20years
- Completion: 2023
Project Overview: A Record-Breaking Commercial Dome
As a landmark in Beijing, the etfe-ptfe-dome-structure at Super Heshenghui. Super Heshenghui is a massive 500,000-square-meter garden-style commercial center, home to the iconic “Super Live” venue. The center’s defining feature is its giant ETFE dome structure, which stands 60 meters high with a diameter of 110 meters. As the second largest dome in Asia, it has quickly become a regional landmark and a trendsetter in modern commercial development.
Spanning a vast central atrium, this dome serves as a “climatized outdoor space,” allowing shoppers to enjoy natural light while being fully protected from Beijing’s seasonal weather, including snow and summer heat.
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Structural Innovation: The dome utilizes a sophisticated steel grid shell to support the high-performance ETFE membrane. This lightweight approach reduces the load on the main building structure compared to traditional glass roofing.
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Thermal Management: Given Beijing’s temperature extremes, the etfe-ptfe-dome-structure incorporates a multi-layer insulation strategy. The PTFE perimeter provides solar shading, while the central ETFE sections maximize visible light transmission.
"Lotus Petal" Design with Hybrid Membrane Technology
The stunning visual experience is created by a combination of PTFE and ETFE tensile membranes, meticulously shaped to resemble giant lotus petals. This hybrid approach ensures both structural durability and high transparency. Each “petal” is equipped with advanced LED lighting systems, offering 36 different color variations to create a breathtaking nocturnal light show that attracts thousands of visitors.
Steel and Membrane Synergy: Ensuring Structural Integrity
A key challenge for the etfe-ptfe-dome-structure at Super Heshenghui was the precise coordination between the secondary steel grid and the membrane tensioning system. Our engineering team utilized advanced 3D modeling to simulate pre-stress loads, ensuring that the ETFE panels remain perfectly taut under various climatic pressures.
Furthermore, the perimeter integrated drainage system was custom-designed to handle Beijing’s peak summer rainfall. By optimizing the connection details between the PTFE border and the central ETFE cushions, we achieved a completely leak-proof and aesthetically seamless finish that defines this modern commercial landmark.
Why ETFE was Chosen for Super Heshenghui
For a lifestyle-focused commercial center like Super Heshenghui, the etfe-ptfe-dome-structure offers unique advantages that glass simply cannot match:
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Ultra-Lightweight Safety: ETFE film is only 1% the weight of glass. In a high-traffic retail environment, this significantly enhances safety and reduces the complexity of the support steelwork.
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Dynamic Aesthetics: The ETFE cushions can be integrated with LED lighting systems, turning the entire etfe-ptfe-dome-structure into a giant glowing canopy at night, creating a landmark visual for the Changping district.
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Acoustic Comfort: The membrane materials naturally absorb and dampen sound, preventing the “echo chamber” effect common in large shopping malls, thus improving the shopping experience.
Multi-functional Venue for Extreme Sports & Art
Beyond its architectural beauty, the Super Heshenghui dome functions as a world-class amphitheater. It is designed to host diverse events, including extreme sports, music festivals, e-sports competitions, and immersive art exhibitions. As a premier tensile membrane structure manufacturer, SkyTensile is proud to have contributed to this vibrant, high-tech space that redefines the future of retail and entertainment
SkyTensile continues to lead the industry in etfe-ptfe-dome-structure innovation.
FAQ: Commercial ETFE Dome Structures
The etfe-ptfe-dome-structure is engineered with a specific curvature and internal tension that allows snow to slide off or be managed through integrated heating elements at the gutters, ensuring structural safety during winter.
Yes. ETFE is a non-stick fluoropolymer. Dust and environmental pollutants are naturally washed away by rain, which is essential for maintaining the transparency of the dome in urban environments.
A high-quality etfe-ptfe-dome-structure is designed to last 30+ years. The materials are resistant to UV degradation and do not become brittle or yellow over time.
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