Fabric Warehouse Solutions That Are Ideal for Municipal Salt Storage

As weather becomes more consistently unexpected and severe, it is critical for cities and governments to find solutions that facilitate a cost-effective and safe way to manage materials, including salt. Though traditionally designed with hard-sided structures or using temporary setups, these structures can often be limitedly beneficial and, ultimately, pose a high risk for safety hazards. Consider the fabric warehouse solutions that fit salt storage needs more effectively.

At Britespan, we work closely with municipalities looking for structurally sound and reliable solutions for salt (and other inventory and material) storage. Take a look at our municipal salt storage buildings to see exactly the advantages they provide over other structures.

Why Municipalities Choose Fabric Buildings for Salt Storage

Municipal salt storage is often a thorn in the side of many cities. Enough storage that facilitates easy access yet protects your investment is not simplistic. It can be a significant amount of space to dedicate to a hard-sided structure for no other reason. That drives up costs and frustrates citizens, along with crews. Yet, road salt storage is a very real need. With fabric warehouse solutions, it is possible to have a cost-effective solution in place quickly to provide specific, safe conditions and ease of functionality.

Protecting Road Salt from Moisture and the Elements: Why Fabric Warehouse Solutions Excel at Weather Protection

When you consider the best fabric warehouse for salt storage, know that our team at Britespan has designed one of the most effective solutions available – it is unique and designed to provide the ideal environment for salt storage because it creates optimal conditions for salt and sand.

How do fabric buildings protect road salt from the elements?

• Britespan’s seamless fabric membrane is designed to minimize any potential areas for moisture access. They are highly durable. One of the fabric warehouse benefits here is that they are not likely to let the elements in.
• The engineered design of Britespan fabric warehouses creates a superior weather barrier. When you consider fabric warehouses vs. traditional buildings for salt storage, know that when it comes to environmental management, fabric is not only as flexible but also more affordable.
• These fabric warehouse solutions will provide protection from rain, snow, and humidity, which are the most common factors that deplete salt and limit ROI.

With the use of our specifically designed fabric buildings, you gain access to a reliable solution—one you do not have to repair often and one that is not going to suddenly break down in the middle of an intense snowstorm when you need it the most.

Combating Corrosion: How the Materials in Fabric Warehouse Buildings Withstand the Harsh Nature of Salt

Another benefit of our fabric warehouse is its reliability in handling tough conditions. Salt is highly corrosive and is known to quickly damage structural components in facilities. This is costly damage that weakens structures quickly. Mitigation methods exist, but the costs can be high even in those environments. Traditional building materials like steel and concrete are vulnerable to salt, often leading to expensive repairs or replacements within a matter of a few years.

Our fabric warehouse solutions at Britespan have a unique design feature that enhances longevity by providing a highly protective finish. Specifically, the hot-dip galvanized steel frame on our buildings creates a solid structure that is not prone to the same wear and tear as other steel structures. More so, the fabric used for municipal salt storage through Britespan is also non-corrosive. That means it will not break down (along the roof or the sides of the structure).

Both of these features create a stronger, longer-lasting structure that will ensure your storage solution is a decades-long investment. With a 50-year frame life cycle and a 25-year warranty on both frame and fabric, Britespan buildings deliver unmatched long-term value and peace of mind.

Even better, fabric building maintenance is minimal. Our team will provide comprehensive maintenance services over time. Yet, there’s no painting and no difficult cleaning process associated with our fabric buildings.

Efficient Loading, Unloading, and Storage: Optimizing Municipal Salt Operations with Fabric Warehouse Design

Municipal salt storage does not have to have an obstructive design. These structures are often most heavily used in difficult weather conditions, including low temperatures. Accidents are already more likely to happen. Yet, when teams have an inefficient space to work in, the risk of further injuries and losses is driven even higher. 

Fabric warehouse solutions solve this problem. Municipal salt storage facilities must be able to efficiently move large trucks and loading equipment. They must also make the most of floorspace to ensure ample storage potential and allow for the safe movement of equipment and people. 

Our fabric warehouse solutions provide that through an open-span interior. That is, there are no columns in most of these structures, including our Magnum Building Series. You can design them as large as needed and with a specific layout designed for your operational needs, without having to plan for columns in those operations. With features like customizable door options, Britespan fabric warehouses are comprehensively versatile for any size or layout needed. They offer:

• Unobstructed space
• Easy access to the product even in difficult conditions
• Customizable layouts that fit any size or scale of operation
• Efficient loading strategies and workflows
• Quick and safe unloading processes
• Full and easy organization of bulk salt inventory

As cost-effective salt storage solutions for cities, fabric warehouses provide a straightforward solution that:

• Enhances salt longevity, ensuring you are able to use every bit of it
• Quick setup and customizable layouts to fit any application and need
• Limited maintenance due to their corrosion protection
• Reduced risk of injuries on the jobsite
• Improved speed of getting trucks out the door and into the community

Contact our team to learn more about the fabric warehouse solutions we offer at Britespan. Let us help you determine the best possible solution for your operational efficiency. It may be far more affordable and faster to install than you realize. Contact our team now for more information.