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Hiraoka Architectural PVC 106T

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Ideal for small-to-medium architectural structures, including tension structures, tents, pavilions, umbrellas, and residential canopies, the 106T is Hiraoka's proven entry point for long-term architectural fabric performance. Manufactured with Hiraoka's proprietary PVDF top surface, the 106T delivers exceptional resistance to dirt, weathering, and UV degradation in the demanding Australian climate. The acrylic lacquer underside adds a clean, finished appearance and contributes to the membrane's long-term dimensional stability. Delivering the structural integrity required for architectural, lightweight frame systems and smaller tensile installations.
Features and Benefits
  • Antiwicking
  • Fungal Resistant
  • Fire Retardant
  • UV Resistant
  • 10-year pro rata warranty against UV degradation
Application
Small to medium architectural canopies, tension structures, tents, pavilions and umbrellas
Technical Specifications
  • Material: Polyester with PVC Coating and PVDF Surface Finish
  • Width: 2.04 M
  • Roll Length: 50 M
  • Total Mass: 715 GSM
  • Colour: White, Light Grey, Dark Grey, Cream, Putty, Sand.

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Hiraoka 106T AS1530.3

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FAQs

How does the Hiraoka 106T differ from the HG102, HG102 SHS and HG212?

Specification106THG102HG102 SHSHG212 
CONSTRUCTION
Base fabricPolyesterPolyesterPolyesterPolyester
Surface coatingPVDF / AcrylicPVDF / PVCPVDF / PVCPVDF / PVC
Width (mm)2040204020402040
Roll length (m)50
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Total mass (gsm)725770770950
Thickness (mm)0.570.630.630.75
MECHANICAL STRENGTH
Tensile strength — warp (N/5cm)3850310031005100
Tensile strength — weft (N/5cm)3650280028005200
Tear strength — warp, DIN (N)450300300630
Tear strength — weft, DIN (N)435300300630
Coating adhesion (N/5cm)100100100130
OPTICAL & THERMAL PERFORMANCE
Light transmission (%)9% (white)12%2.7%11%
Infrared reflectance (%)85%+
Temperature resistance (°C)-40 / +70-40 / +70-40 / +70
FIRE & SAFETY COMPLIANCE
AS1530.2 / AS1530.3 (Australia)✓ Yes
EN13501-1B-s2,d0B-s2,d0B-s2,d0
NFPA-701✓ Meet✓ Meet✓ Meet
ASTM E-84✓ Meet✓ Meet✓ Meet
DURABILITY & TREATMENT
UV resistance✓ Yes✓ Yes✓ Yes✓ Yes
Fungal resistance✓ Treated
Anti-wicking✓ Yes
REACH compliant✓ Yes
Easy to weld✓ Yes✓ Yes
WARRANTY & RECOMMENDED USE
Warranty10-yr pro rata20-yr20-yrEnquire
Ideal structure sizeSmall–mediumMedium–largeMedium–largeLarge
Available coloursWhite, Light Grey, Dark Grey, Cream, Putty, SandEnquireEnquireEnquire

What makes the Hiraoka 106T suitable for Australian conditions?
The 106T is specifically engineered for high performance and low maintenance in harsh environments. It features Hiraoka’s proprietary PVDF top surface, which provides exceptional resistance to the demands of the Australian climate, while the acrylic lacquer underside ensures long-term dimensional stability.

What types of projects is the 106T best suited for?
Thanks to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, it offers high structural integrity without unnecessary bulk. This makes it the ideal, go-to choice for lightweight frame systems and smaller tensile installations.

How does the 106T option range differ from other architectural fabrics?
Instead of being categorised by different light transmission levels, the 106T is offered in a diverse range of colours.

Is the 106T a durable choice compared to other colored fabrics?
Yes. In fact, it is currently the strongest fabric on the market, with a dedicated range of colours that gives you both premium durability and design flexibility.

Is the product guaranteed?

Yes, backed by a 10-year pro rata warranty against UV degradation, the 106T is built for installations where long-term performance and low maintenance matter. For further information, request the Hiraoka warranty statement for full terms and conditions, or contact us today.

What is the 106T constructed from?

Polyester with coating finish – PVC / PVDF/ Acrylic.