The versatility of retractable tunnels: applications across industries

Retractable tunnels perform a wide variety of functions in many different settings. From player tunnels at top-level professional football, to weather covers for industrial sites, retractable tunnels from Stuart Canvas are durable, functional and versatile.

Demand for retractable tunnels from Stuart Canvas is growing, due to their reputation for quality backed by 30 years’ experience in the industry.

What are retractable tunnels?

Retractable tunnels are weatherproof PVC canvas structures, built around galvanised steel frames. The frames are concertinaed and mounted on wheels, allowing the tunnels to be manoeuvred in and out as needed.

Stuart Canvas manufactures retractable tunnels in a wide range of sizes and styles, allowing them to be used for a wide range of applications. 

Stuart Canvas designs, manufactures and installs all tunnels, whether you require a weatherproof walkway, a temporary storage tunnel or an industrial retractable tunnel.

Key applications of retractable tunnels

Stadium player tunnels

Though player entrance tunnels are not a new feature at football matches or other sporting events, Stuart Canvas retractable stadium player tunnels represent the last word in retractable tunnel systems for sport. Stuart Canvas systems have been installed at Wembley Stadium and Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United football club, among many other football and rugby grounds.

Stuart Canvas’ sports retractable tunnels provide a strong and secure protective covering for players as they enter the pitch, shielding them from any missiles thrown by ‘over-enthusiastic’ fans. They also provide an excellent branding opportunity, as they are fully customisable in terms of colour, and can have a team or sponsors logo added to them.

Aggregate bay covers

When raw materials are stored outside, they should be protected from the elements. Stuart Canvas specialises in manufacturing industrial retractable tunnels specifically for protecting aggregate bays.

Produced using galvanised box section steel and durable 610gms Kedar PVC, these hard-wearing industrial tunnels prevent water egress from all sides, effectively protecting the materials stored beneath them.

All aggregate bay covers are designed, manufactured and installed by Stuart Canvas to exact specifications to the client, with manual and electric retracting systems available. These options allow for hassle-free loading and unloading of transport vehicles, enabling them to pull right up to the bay and load whilst the tunnel is retracted.

Retractable loading bay covers

When loading valuable cargo into lorries or shipping containers, the last thing an industrial business needs is weather affecting operations. Stuart Canvas retractable loading bay covers are designed to lie flat against a building when not in use, and provide unrivalled cover when extended to protect bay doors.

Manufactured from galvanized box section steel and heavy-duty 650gsm PVC, these industry-leading bay covers are custom-built to the exact requirements of the client.

Temporary structures and buildings

Stuart Canvas’ in-house expertise when it comes to designing and manufacturing custom retractable tunnels means that it’s possible to construct entirely unique temporary structures and buildings.

Whether you need a mobile or static structure, or one that can be easily dismantled and reassembled, Stuart Canvas has you covered. There is a wide range of applications for these durable temporary structures, from expanding workshop space, to loading/unloading bays, blackout testing zones, and maintenance facilities.

Container shelters

Stuart Canvas container shelters are a cost-effective means of creating an extra covered workspace. These shelters are built to span between two containers (12m length) as standard. They can be build from both 650gsm & 900gsm heavy-duty PVC fabric and Stuart Canvas’ premium steelwork.

Why choose Stuart Canvas for retractable tunnels?

With so many options and applications to choose from, Stuart Canvas retractable tunnels are the premium choice. Fully customisable, with all design, manufacture and installation available from Stuart Canvas, you can rest assured that all your retractable tunnel needs will be catered for, every step of the way. If you’re ready to upgrade your protective covering infrastructure, contact Stuart Canvas for a quote or to find out more about this extensive range of retractable tunnels.