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Each structure is rated against NBCC & ASCE snow load standards. See how our greenhouses perform at every PSF range — from mild coastal winters to extreme mountain snow.

What does PSF mean for your structure?

<10 PSF — Light as a dusting. Minimal load; virtually any structure handles this. 10–20 PSF — Moderate snowfall. Standard structural steel manages comfortably. 20–35 PSF — Heavy accumulation. Reinforced framing becomes important. 35–50 PSF — Serious load. Commercial-grade steel & closer purlin spacing required. 50–80 PSF — Near-mountain conditions. Heavy-duty trusses essential. 80+ PSF — Extreme alpine zones. Engineering sign-off recommended.
Multi-Span Lite
Multi-SpanLite
30ft × 100ft per span17 Arches @ 1.87m (~6ft) o.c.23ft Peak12ft ClearanceWarren Truss + X-Tie
Rated Roof Snow Load~55 PSF
0255575100 PSF

At ~55 PSF, the Multi-Span Lite is engineered for high-zone commercial-scale builds. Same 9 m oval-arch profile as the Standard, with wider 1.87 m arch / 3.75 m post spacing matched to high-but-not-extreme snow loads. From $19,999/span at 100ft. Scalable from 2 to 30 spans.

Multi-Span Standard
Multi-SpanStandard
30ft × 100ft per span21 Arches @ 5ft o.c.23ft Peak12ft Clearance5 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~69 PSF
0255069100 PSF

At 69 PSF, this is an AISC 360 LRFD-engineered commercial multi-span — Warren truss with X-bracing, gutter-connect ready, and available in custom run lengths. Built for serious commercial growers in very high snow regions who need scale and structural certainty.

Multi-Span Heavy
Multi-SpanHeavy
30ft × 100ft per span26 Arches @ 4ft o.c.23ft Peak12ft Clearance5 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~90 PSF
025507590 PSF

At 90 PSF, the highest-rated structure in the lineup. All structural members at 2.5mm wall — 25% more section capacity than the Standard. AISC 360 LRFD-engineered with Warren truss, X-bracing, and gutter-connect ready for commercial-scale operations in extreme winter environments.

High Tunnel Lite
High TunnelLite
30ft × 50ft–300ft16 Arches @ 6.5ft o.c.16ft Peak8ft WallsØ48 × 1.5mm Arch
Rated Roof Snow Load~9 PSF
095075100 PSF

At ~9 PSF, the Lite is our most economical full-size frame — Ø48 × 1.5mm arches spaced 6.5ft on centre, about 10% below Standard. Built for near-snow-free coastal and mild climates where the goal is maximum growing space at the lowest cost, not load capacity. For any region that sees real snow, step up to Standard.

High Tunnel Standard
High TunnelStandard
30ft × 50ft–300ft21 Arches @ 5ft o.c.16ft Peak8ft Walls5 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~25 PSF
0255075100 PSF

At 25 PSF, this structure handles moderate seasonal snowfall — climates where winter shows up but doesn't overstay its welcome. A solid all-around choice for growers who see regular snow but not the heavy sustained loads of colder inland regions.

High Tunnel Heavy
High TunnelHeavy
30ft × 50ft–300ft26 Arches @ 4ft o.c.16ft Peak8ft Walls7 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~70 PSF
0255070100 PSF

At 70 PSF, this is built for serious winters — sustained, heavy, and unforgiving. Thicker steel throughout, arches set tighter together, and two extra purlin runs give it nearly triple the capacity of the Standard.

Hoop Tunnel Lite
Hoop TunnelLite
30ft × 50ft–300ft16 Arches @ 6.5ft o.c.14ft PeakGrade StartØ48 × 1.5mm Arch
Rated Roof Snow Load~6 PSF
065075100 PSF

At ~6 PSF, the Lite Hoop is engineered for mild, near-snow-free climates — Ø48 × 1.5mm arches at 6.5ft on centre, matched exactly to coastal and warm-state loads. Choose Standard or Heavy where snow accumulates.

Hoop Tunnel Standard
Hoop TunnelStandard
30ft × 50ft–300ft21 Arches @ 5ft o.c.14ft PeakGrade Start5 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~15 PSF
0155075100 PSF

At 15 PSF, this structure is designed for mild climates where winter is light and snow is rare or fleeting. It's not built to carry a load — it's built to be economical, fast to erect, and effective where the weather cooperates.

Hoop Tunnel Heavy
Hoop TunnelHeavy
30ft × 50ft–300ft26 Arches @ 4ft o.c.14ft PeakGrade Start7 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~50 PSF
0255075100 PSF

At 50 PSF, this is the hoop tunnel built for real winters. Thicker steel, tighter arch spacing, and two extra purlin runs transform the same semicircular footprint into a structure that handles serious seasonal snow with confidence.

Light Deprivation Lite
Light DeprivationLite
30ft × 30ft5 Arches @ 6.5ft o.c.16ft Peak8ft WallsØ48 × 1.5mm Arch
Rated Roof Snow Load~9 PSF
095075100 PSF

At ~9 PSF, the Lite blackout house delivers full photoperiod control at the lowest entry cost — Ø48 × 1.5mm arches at 6.5ft on centre, about 10% below Standard. Suited to mild, low-snow climates; step up to Standard or Heavy for cold-climate, year-round dep cycles.

Light Deprivation Standard
Light DeprivationStandard
30ft × 30ft7 Arches @ 5ft o.c.16ft Peak8ft Walls5 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~25 PSF
0255075100 PSF

Built for growers who need full photoperiod control with blackout capability. Same arch geometry and wall height as the high tunnel lineup — engineered for moderate snow loads with light deprivation built in.

Light Deprivation Heavy
Light DeprivationHeavy
30ft × 30ft9 Arches @ 3.75ft o.c.16ft Peak8ft Walls7 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~80 PSF
025507580 PSF

At 80 PSF, the most capable light deprivation structure we offer. Tighter arch spacing than any other model delivers full blackout control with heavy-winter capability built in.

High Tunnel Mini Lite
High Tunnel MiniLite
8ft × 24ft5 Arches @ 6ft o.c.10ft Peak7ft WallsØ48 × 1.5mm Arch
Rated Roof Snow Load~23 PSF
0235075100 PSF

At ~23 PSF, the Mini Lite keeps the same compact 8ft-wide trussed profile on Ø48 × 1.5mm steel with arches opened to 6ft on centre — engineered for milder backyard climates. The short span still carries a respectable moderate load. Step up to Standard (4ft) or Heavy (3ft) for snow country. Available in fixed 12, 24, and 36 ft lengths.

High Tunnel Mini Standard
High Tunnel MiniStandard
8ft × 24ft7 Arches @ 4ft o.c.10ft Peak7ft Walls3 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~35 PSF
0253575100 PSF

At 35 PSF, the Mini Standard is a compact 8ft-wide trussed greenhouse with a genuine bottom cord, W-diagonal, and return pipe — not a bare hoop. All structural members in Ø48mm galvanized steel. The right choice for smaller operations, market gardens, and growers who want proven steel at a compact footprint.

High Tunnel Mini Heavy
High Tunnel MiniHeavy
8ft × 24ft9 Arches @ 3ft o.c.10ft Peak7ft Walls3 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~45 PSF
0254575100 PSF

At 45 PSF, the Mini Heavy tightens the arch spacing to 3ft on centre, adding 33% more structural capacity in the same compact 8ft-wide footprint. Ø48mm galvanized steel throughout with a full W-truss system. Handles real winters without needing a full-width structure.

Light Dep Mini Lite
Light Dep MiniLite
8ft × 24ft5 Arches @ 6ft o.c.10ft Peak7ft WallsØ48 × 1.5mm Arch
Rated Roof Snow Load~23 PSF
0235075100 PSF

At ~23 PSF, the Mini Lite keeps the same compact 8ft-wide trussed profile on Ø48 × 1.5mm steel with arches opened to 6ft on centre — engineered for milder backyard climates. The short span still carries a respectable moderate load. Step up to Standard (4ft) or Heavy (3ft) for snow country. Available in fixed 12, 24, and 36 ft lengths.

Light Dep Mini Standard
Light Dep MiniStandard
8ft × 24ft7 Arches @ 4ft o.c.10ft Peak7ft Walls3 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~35 PSF
0253575100 PSF

At 35 PSF, the Mini Standard is a compact 8ft-wide trussed greenhouse with a genuine bottom cord, W-diagonal, and return pipe — not a bare hoop. All structural members in Ø48mm galvanized steel. The right choice for smaller operations, market gardens, and growers who want proven steel at a compact footprint.

Light Dep Mini Heavy
Light Dep MiniHeavy
8ft × 24ft9 Arches @ 3ft o.c.10ft Peak7ft Walls3 Purlin Runs
Rated Roof Snow Load~45 PSF
0254575100 PSF

At 45 PSF, the Mini Heavy tightens the arch spacing to 3ft on centre, adding 33% more structural capacity in the same compact 8ft-wide footprint. Ø48mm galvanized steel throughout with a full W-truss system. Handles real winters without needing a full-width structure.

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