Inflatable military hangar L = 25 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m, S = 350 m2

Recently, we designed and custom-made a large inflatable military hangar with dimensions L = 25 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m, with a surface area S = 350 m2, an inflatable shelter composed of 5 modules L = 5 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m connected together.

This imposing mobile inflatable structure, with multi-purpose uses, intended to accommodate soldiers, military personnel and paratroopers, is entirely made of 0.45 mm double-skinned padded PVC, and is permanently inflated by several electric turbines.

The inflatable military tunnel tent will be deployed during military operations in various environments and terrains (desert, mountain, etc.), it is resistant to wind, weather and a wide range of temperatures.

We provide:

• 3 Descenders, Paris Airport, Airbus, Alstom, Andra, French Army, Bouygues Bâtiment, Celeste Airships, Chantiers Modernes, CNES, CNRS, Colas, Colas Rail, French Red Cross, Red Crescent, EADS, EDF, Eurovia, Fayat, Flexi France, National Gendarmerie, Bolloré Group, IrvinGQ France SAS, French Navy, Marti Group, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of the Armed Forces, NJ Décobéton, Nexter, Noé Jacquier, Nouvetra, OGB Lux, Civil Protection, RATP, Razel-Bec, Sade, SAMU, SDIS, Sefrim Environnement, SMUR, SNCF, Sol Environnement, Technip, Thales, Valgo, Vinci, Wabtec…

In this aerial photograph taken during an inflation and pressurization test before shipment to the client, you can see two assembled and connected half-moon tunnel modules, part of a large inflatable military hangar composed of five modules in total. Here, we have inflated the front gable module and an intermediate module. This large, wide, and tall mobile inflatable military hangar, designed for multiple uses, protects equipment and personnel from the elements during wartime. It will be deployed in military operations areas in armed conflict zones to accommodate soldiers, military personnel, paratroopers, and officers, as well as to store equipment, military vehicles, armored vehicles, tanks, aircraft, helicopters, and more. This inflatable structure, custom-made by us in our workshops in Orléans, France, is continuously inflated by several electric turbines. The inflatable shelter is entirely made of 0.45 mm double-skinned padded PVC, and features large doors, windows, and useful interfaces such as air sleeves for climate control inside the inflatable tent, and electrical cable sleeves, service doors and additional access for military personnel… – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

This aerial photograph reveals the type of wall, constructed from a robust material: a double-skinned, padded 0.45 mm PVC envelope. This provides both thermal and acoustic insulation, as well as exceptional strength to the entire inflatable structure. The series of interconnected, semi-circular tunnel-shaped inflatable arches creates a sturdy and durable military inflatable hangar with excellent natural buttresses, ensuring a solid base and stability on the ground. The large inflatable shelter is guyed with Lancelin professional marine ropes and sandbags to guarantee excellent wind resistance and stability. This type of large inflatable tent solution is mobile, efficient, easy to assemble and disassemble, readily transportable, and can be deployed very quickly in times of war or conflict to meet military operational needs. In wartime, this type of military hangar can serve as shelter for storing military equipment, vehicles, and machinery; for performing maintenance on machines, aircraft or helicopter engines; as a living quarters for soldiers and officers; or as an operational base or rear post, for example. The versatility of this inflatable military hangar solution can meet numerous needs in emergency situations. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

This 3D model, the final proof, presents the concept of the inflatable military hangar that has been approved by the client. The semicircular tunnel-shaped inflatable military shelter is composed of 5 modules which, once assembled, provide a total length of L = 25 m, a width of 14 m, and a keystone height of H = 7 m. This represents a large usable interior volume of S = 350 m², which will be necessary for the deployment of officers, soldiers, military personnel, and paratroopers during military operations in armed conflicts and war zones. Thanks to our expertise and skills, and with the guidance and support of our team of technicians and engineers, we can custom-manufacture inflatable military shelters, tents, and hangars of various sizes for a wide range of uses and needs. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

In reality, a length of inflatable shelter is very often broken down into several inflatable modules or units that are connected lengthwise and assembled, joined together. In this example, we see two modules, but in fact there are five in total. Another advantage is that the usable interior space can be adjusted and vary depending on the military operation; it is even possible to use them simultaneously at two different geographical sites, as desired, as an open or closed hangar with a front/rear gable end; a solution that provides great versatility in the field. — Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Above: a computer graphics and 3D modeling rendering of a 350 m² inflatable military hangar, L = 25 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m, in a crescent-shaped tunnel shape, composed of 5 interconnected inflatable modules, shown from different perspectives: top, side, and bottom. These types of representations are useful for facilitating understanding and guiding the client’s decision. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

More generally, we manufacture our products ourselves in Metropolitan France, in Orléans:

• Inflatable shelters,
• Inflatable cabins,
• Inflatable tents,
• Inflatable hangars,
• Inflatable playgrounds.

which we deliver worldwide, throughout France, in the French overseas departments and territories, in Europe, in Africa, in Asia, in the Middle East…

The image above shows a 3D model of a set of five inflatable tunnel modules, which, when connected, form a large inflatable military hangar. The first and last modules each have a gable end with a main access door. Each inflatable module has four air sleeves, each used to house a blower for inflating the structure. In this case, the material used for the walls and roof is 0.45 mm double-skinned, padded PVC. There are also air sleeves for installing climate control devices inside the inflatable shelter: heating, air conditioning, air filtration, etc. The semi-circular tunnel shape provides exceptional stability and strength to the inflatable tent, thanks to natural buttresses. Ballast bags are then placed on the sides of the inflatable hangar, to which guy lines (Lancelin professional marine rope) are attached. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

The inflatable military hangar, made of 0.45 mm double-skinned, padded PVC, is inflated with air by an electric turbine, visible in the lower left of this photograph. Air is supplied to the inflatable structure via an air sleeve attached to the turbine. This photo clearly shows the process; the turbine must continuously supply air to the frame tubes and the walls of the inflatable shelter. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A detailed view of the turbine and the air sleeve that continuously pumps air into the inflatable structure. This electric turbine has a power output of approximately 2500 W. Ideally, several turbines are needed to inflate the inflatable structure. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

In this photo, we see a technician/operator inflating a second module of the inflatable hangar, using a turbine and an air sleeve. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

In this photo, two electric turbines are blowing air through two air sleeves into a large inflatable hangar module made of 0.45 mm double-skinned, padded PVC. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

For each electric turbine, we provide a removable noise-reduction enclosure that also protects the turbine from rain, inclement weather, and dust. The enclosure is custom-made by us and provides a noise reduction of -15 dB to -20 dB depending on the frequencies. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A detailed view of a rainproof enclosure, designed to reduce noise for an electric turbine. This optional accessory is recommended to protect turbines from rain, inclement weather, and dust, and also to improve user comfort by reducing noise from the electric turbines. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

In this photo, two electric turbines and two air sleeves are inflating the inflatable structure. Air is continuously pumped into the 0.45 mm double-skinned, padded PVC inflatable shelter module to keep it inflated. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

An interior view of the inflatable shelter, from the front gable module, with a large, wide gable door and a small secondary service door, which provides easy access to the interior of the inflatable hangar. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Interior view of the inflatable hangar; here, two modules are inflated, installed, and joined together. At the back, on the front gable module, a large, wide, and tall access door is visible, and to its left, a small secondary service side door. The two technicians provide a sense of the overall size of the inflatable structure, highlighting its considerable height and width. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

In this photo, taken from inside the first inflatable module of the military hangar, at the front gable end, we see the small service door, here closed with a tarpaulin secured by Velcro strips. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

This is a large, wide gable door, a photo taken from the inside, at the level of the front gable module of the inflatable hangar. The large tarpaulin is foldable and closes with wide Velcro strips. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A view taken from inside the large inflatable hangar, showing several interfaces: a transparent window with a removable flap, positioned in the center of this photo. Below, in the center, is a hole for routing electrical wires and conduits. Then, to the right and left at the bottom, are two air vents for controlling the climate and air quality inside the inflatable tent (air conditioning, heating, air filtration). The vents can also be used to route electrical cables if needed. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

This is a transparent window with a foldable and removable shutter, allowing natural light to enter the interior of an inflatable hangar module. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A general photograph showing two assembled and connected inflatable military hangar modules, with the internal connection ensuring the roof is watertight in case of rain or inclement weather. On the left, we see the small secondary service door, then the large main access door on the front gable end. In the background, on the lower part of each module, we can see the windows, air vents, and cable and electrical conduit entry points. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

In this photo, two modules are assembled and sealed, with transparent windows and foldable, removable shutters that allow natural light to enter the inflatable hangar module. In the lower sections of the inflatable modules, we can see the air sleeves and the openings for electrical cables and conduits. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

The inflatable hangar is composed of five modules, which, once connected, assembled, and sealed, provide a very large volume and workspace. Its generous height and width allow for great versatility in the use of this military inflatable hangar. The inflatable modules can be arranged with or without gable ends, at one or more military sites, depending on operational needs in the field. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

General view of the front gable end of the first module of the inflatable military hangar, shaped like a half-moon tunnel, with the small service door in the foreground on the right, and then in the background, in the center, the large, wide gable end door. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A view of the base of an inflatable module, a photo taken from outside the inflatable structure, showing various interfaces: a window with a removable and foldable flap, two air sleeves, and one hole for electrical wires and conduits. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A photo showing the details of a window with transparent PVC and a folding, removable shutter. The window allows natural light into the inflatable hangar during the day. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Here is a hole that allows conduits or electrical wires to be passed inside the inflatable hangar. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

The air sleeves can be used or not as needed; they are protected by a flap, a foldable and removable tarpaulin, secured with Velcro strips. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Here are two folded air sleeves, with their protective covers and flaps attached. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Beneath each module of the inflatable hangar, in contact with the ground, is a second skin: a removable 0.45 mm PVC protective cover secured with Velcro strips. This solution is ideal for protecting the inflatable tubes and walls in contact with the ground, limiting abrasion over time. This second skin is crucial because the inflatable military hangar is designed to be deployed on various types of terrain and surfaces (sand, concrete, gravel, rocks, asphalt, etc.). The removable covers also protect against sharp objects on the ground (iron objects, spikes, nails, etc.). The modules are thus protected. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Each module of the inflatable military hangar features an interface consisting of a tarpaulin that allows for the assembly of two modules and ensures a watertight seal thanks to an internal connection. This photo shows the connection and the fasteners that secure the joint and connection of two inflatable modules. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Several metal rings are fixed at various points along the radius of curvature of the semi-circular tunnel-shaped inflatable structures. Through these rings, we thread Lancelin marine-grade ropes, approximately 1 cm in diameter, which are very strong and robust. These ropes are used to ballast the different modules of the inflatable hangar. The halyards are then attached to the ballast, which consists of large bags to be filled with sand. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

The metal fixing rings are interfaces, fasteners that are very strong and have an impeccable finish, as shown in the photograph above. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A general view taken from the ground, showing an inflatable tent module in the shape of a half-moon tunnel. This shape is very stable and robust because it provides good natural buttresses, with a keystone, and walls that effectively distribute the loads of the inflatable structure to the ground. Just like cathedrals. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

An aerial photograph of the inflatable military hangar, taken during a test deployment/assembly session of the inflatable structure, and for the training of the sponsor’s team members. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Types of construction sites or uses:

• PMA (Advanced Medical Post),
• Army, military,
• Masonry,
• Application of plaster or resins,
• Roads and highways,
• Floor coverings,
• Renovations and restorations,
• Earthworks,
• Demolitions,
• Soil remediation,
• Excavations,
• Painting, welding,
• Work on swimming pools, basins,
• Storage of equipment or materials.

Inflatable military hangar, L = 25 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m, S = 350 m², in 5 modules L 5 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m, tunnel design, continuously ventilated by turbines, 0.45 mm double-skinned, padded PVC shell 

• Quantity: 5 modules, 14m wide x 5m long x 7m high + fittings, continuously ventilated by turbines, 0.45mm double-skinned PVC cladding, surface area S = 350 m²

Technical specifications: 

• Inflatable hangar composed of 5 connected modules,
• Inflatable structures, inflated with air, continuously ventilated by turbines,
• Inflation: 5 electric turbines included, 2800 W (1 turbine per module),
• Tent shape: inverted U / half-moon tunnel,
• Envelope color: Military Sand
• 4 connectors between modules included,
• Total usable interior dimensions, with the 5 modules assembled: Length = 25 m x Width = 14 m x Height = 7 m
• Hangar composed of Qty 5 modules of width = 14 m x Length = 5 m + fittings, unit surface area S = 70 m2, velcro fixings,
• Usable internal height of the keystone: H = 7 m,
• Total usable area, with all 5 modules assembled: 350 m2.
• Material: 0.45 mm double-skinned, padded PVC shell; the tent floor (the last module) is closed and double-skinned padded.
• Front facade: 1 wide gable door: H = 6 mxl = 4 m,
• Front facade: 1 secondary service door: W = 1 m x H = 2 m, gable end closed with double-skinned padded wall,
• Rear facade: 1 secondary service door, L = 1 m x H = 2 m
• Windows and skylights with removable shutters should be provided for natural light inside.
• Internal metal fixing rings and eyelets,
• External metal rings and eyelets for fixing the stays,
• Groundsheet all around the tent,
• Weights included: bag to be filled with sand (optional),
• Per module: 2 hot/cold air sleeves, locations and diameters to be defined, filtration, air conditioning or heating systems not supplied.
• Per module: 2 cable and electrical conduit sleeves, locations and diameters to be defined.
• Lancelin professional marine rope rigging kit
• LNE France fire safety standard type M2,
• Storage bag
• Repair kit: PVC strips + PVC welding kit + glue
• 1-year manufacturer’s warranty + after-sales service + telephone support.
• BAT in graphic design studio
• Custom-made by us in France, in our workshops in Orléans.
• The hangar is supplied without a ground cover.
• Provide a continuous 220V power supply for the entire duration of the hangar deployment.
• You must provide a generator at all times on the deployment site.

Another bird’s-eye view, from above, shows the inflatable military hangar measuring L = 25 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m, with a usable interior area of ​​S = 350 m². It is a large inflatable tent with a double-layered, padded 0.45 mm PVC shell. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

You will need to arrange your own logistical resources (to be defined): 

• Emergency generator (6 KW minimum),
• Manitou,
• Pirle or ladder with platform, for managing the main gate
• Freight elevator.

Another 3D rendering shows the front gable end of the inflatable hangar, with a large main access door. The four other modules are also depicted. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Services & guarantees:

• Our experience and expertise, our responsiveness, our client references,
• Custom-made by us, in France, in our workshops.
• Monitoring of your projects and support from our technicians and engineers, before, during and after delivery,
• High-quality PVC materials, resistant, strong and durable,
• Certifications; LNE France fire safety standards type M2 (and not type M3, which is insufficient) for PVC (very high level of fire protection),
• Certifications: CE electrical standards, for turbines and electric pumps, pressure regulators,
• 1-year manufacturer’s warranty, after-sales service included.
• Telephone support,
• Maintenance and repair service in the workshop or on site.

Various 3D views showing the inflatable modules (L = 5 m x W = 14 m x H = 7 m) in a half-moon tunnel shape. There are the intermediate modules with their connections, and the two gable end modules (front and rear), with the main door. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A 3D view showing the side walls and rear module, with a small access door, more precisely a service door. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Supplies and services:

• Quantity 1: Study, calculation notes, engineering, 3D modeling… Resistance, wind, ballast calculations
• Quantity: 5 modules, width = 14m x length = 5m x height = 7m + fittings, continuously ventilated by turbines, 5 turbines included, price for the entire lot
• Quantity 5: Emergency electric turbines, replacement, 2800 W, 220 V, 1-year warranty
• Qty 5 turbine guards, rain guards and silencers
• Reinforced underside of the ground-contacting inflatable tubes along the 25m length and 14m width, Velcro fixings, overall price for all 5 modules
• Quantity: 60 sandbags (12 per tent module x 5), totaling 60. Sand not included.
• Quantity: 5 storage boxes, unit price, 1 box per module
• Qty 1 delivery Metropolitan France by carrier, Metropolitan France.
• Qty 1 installation, setup, on-site training included, by us.

Above: a 3D computer-generated side view showing the layout of the 5 inflatable shelter modules. Each module includes: 2 hot/cold air ducts (locations and diameters to be determined), filtration, air conditioning, or heating systems not included, plus 2 cable and electrical conduit sleeves. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A view of the last module, the rear module, the last module, the one at the back, with a small service door. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Here is a 3D visualization of the first module of the front facade, with a gable end and a main access door, and to the right a small secondary service door. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

Here is a 3D visualization of the first module of the front facade, with a gable end and a main access door, and to the right a small secondary service door. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A 3D view of an intermediate inflatable module in the shape of a half-moon tunnel. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

More 3D views of the inflatable military hangar. Windows and skylights with removable shutters to allow natural light inside, internal metal attachment rings and eyelets, external metal attachment rings and eyelets for guy lines, groundsheet all around the tent. – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

A 3D computer graphics rendering of the underside of the inflatable military hangar. Lancelin professional marine rope guying kit, LNE France type M2 fire-resistant standard, storage bag, repair kit: PVC strips + PVC welding kit + glue, – Copyright: Vivien LAÏLLE/FLYPIX, all rights reserved.

We manufacture custom-made products in France, according to the needs and specifications of our clients:

• Inflatable shelters,
• Inflatable cabins,
• Inflatable tents,
• Inflatable hangars,
• Inflatable playgrounds.

Types of construction or industrial sites:

• Masonry,
• Application of plaster or resins,
• Roads and highways,
• Floor coverings,
• Renovations and restorations,
• Earthworks,
• Demolitions,
• Soil remediation,
• Excavations,
• Painting, welding,
• Work on swimming pools, basins,
• Storage of equipment or materials.

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