Mono Pitch Canopy
about Mono
A mono pitch canopy is an excellent choice for all school applications due to its straightforward, effective design, versatility, and compatibility with laminated glass options for added safety and sound insulation.
Structurally, a mono canopy is sound because it features a single, sloping roof that allows for optimal rainwater runoff, reducing the risk of water pooling and related structural issues.
Where additional transparency or durability is needed, panels can be upgraded with toughened glass.
This simplicity enhances its durability and reduces maintenance needs compared to more complex roofing designs.
The practicality of a mono pitch canopy extends to all applications within a school. Its uncomplicated design can be easily adapted to different spaces, from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) areas to recess zones and multifunctional classrooms.
In EYFS areas, it provides a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor environments, allowing young children to safely explore and learn in an outdoor setting protected from the elements.
This encourages free flow play and outdoor learning, which are crucial for early development.
Specification
design codes
BSEN 1990: 2002
BSEN 1991-1-1:2002
BSEN 1999-1-1:2007
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For recess areas, a mono pitch canopy offers protection from weather conditions, ensuring that outdoor spaces are usable year-round.
This benefit is particularly valuable in schools with limited indoor space, promoting physical activity and social interaction regardless of the weather.
It also functions effectively as an entrance canopy, offering shelter and creating a welcoming first impression.
Moreover, in multifunctional classrooms and other spaces, a mono pitch canopy can extend learning environments outside, offering flexible space for teaching, events, or activities without major structural changes.
Its simplicity and adaptability make it a cost-effective solution for schools needing to optimise space utilisation.
Overall, the mono pitch canopy’s structural integrity and practical advantages make it an ideal choice for enhancing various educational settings.
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Not entirely sure what you want:
We’d be delighted to get involved with your Canopy project and try to help wherever we can.
We understand that you may not see exactly what you’re looking for initially, many of our customers weren’t sure either, so that’s why we would love to hear from you.
This helps us better understand exactly what you’re trying to achieve, and how you’d like the Canopy to look, feel and work.
From these initial conversations, we’re confident we can adapt and design our Mono Systems to suit your space and surroundings, making you feel it was always there, and very much a part of school life.