Arched storage tents – robust shelter for agriculture and industry

Arched storage tents provide spacious, flexible covered storage for agriculture, construction, industry and other professional applications. The curved roof construction creates generous internal height and helps rainwater and snow move away from the roof more easily than on structures with flatter roof sections.

They are particularly useful for machinery, vehicles, fodder, materials and equipment when you need substantial storage capacity without constructing a conventional permanent building.

What are arched storage tents used for?

The large internal volume and wide access make arched storage tents suitable for many professional storage requirements, including:

• tractors and agricultural machinery
• vehicles and trailers
• fodder and agricultural materials
• construction equipment
• building materials and stock
• forestry and maintenance equipment
• temporary sheltered working areas

Some models can also provide covered display space for machinery, vehicles or other large products.

For agricultural users, the combination of height, floor area and large entrances can make an arched shelter particularly practical where machinery needs to move in and out regularly.

Why choose an arched construction?

The curved shape is one of the defining features of this category.

An arched roof provides good internal clearance while reducing large horizontal roof surfaces where rainwater can collect. The shape can also help snow slide away from the upper roof area.

However, an arched design does not make a shelter immune to wind or snow. Structural capacities vary between models, and the shelter must always be correctly anchored and used according to the specified weather guidance.

Choose the model according to the conditions at the installation site rather than relying on the shape alone.

Strong steel frames and heavy-duty covers

Many Dancover arched storage tents use hot-dip galvanised steel frames combined with heavy-duty PVC covers.

For example, current 9.15 m wide models use 600 g/m² waterproof and UV-resistant PVC together with substantial galvanised steel tubes, purlins and cross stabilisers.

Construction varies across the range, however. The category also contains livestock and arched shelter systems with other frame and cover specifications, so always check the individual model.

The important factors include:

• frame dimensions and construction
• cover material and weight
• door dimensions
• internal height
• anchoring system
• wind and snow specifications

Large entrances for machinery and vehicles

Access is particularly important in agricultural and industrial storage.

Selected larger arched shelters have gates at both ends, making it easier to move machinery, vehicles and materials through the structure. One current 9.15 × 12 m model, for example, has two manually operated 3.5 × 3.5 m gates.

Before ordering, measure the tallest and widest machinery that will use the shelter and allow additional clearance for safe movement.

Also consider turning space outside the entrances and whether vehicles or forklifts need to pass through the shelter regularly.

Storage for agriculture and livestock

Arched shelters are especially relevant in agricultural environments because they can accommodate both equipment and agricultural materials.

Depending on the model and intended use, they can provide shelter for machinery, fodder and other farm supplies. Dancover also offers dedicated livestock shelters based on arched constructions, including models intended for animals as well as storage of fodder, machinery and materials when the shelter is not being used by livestock.

If animals will use the structure, choose a model specifically designed and specified for livestock rather than assuming that any storage tent is suitable.

Installation and anchoring

A large arched storage tent must be installed carefully and secured according to the instructions.

Selected professional models can be anchored into the ground or mounted to suitable surfaces such as concrete or a prepared timber foundation.

The installation area should provide enough room around the structure for assembly, anchoring and access.

Because these shelters have a large surface area, anchoring is essential. Wind and snow performance depends on the complete structure, foundation, anchoring and correct assembly—not simply on the curved roof.

Arched storage tent or conventional storage shelter?

Choose an arched storage tent when large internal volume, generous height and access for agricultural or industrial machinery are especially important.

A conventional [professional storage shelter] may be more suitable when you need general-purpose covered storage in a smaller or more traditional format.

For very large projects with specific documented structural requirements, an [industrial storage shelter] may provide the more appropriate level of engineering and load specification.

The right choice depends on what must fit inside, how often it must be accessed and the conditions the shelter will face.

Frequently asked questions about arched storage tents

What is an arched storage tent?

An arched storage tent is a large covered storage structure with a curved steel frame and flexible cover. It is commonly used for agricultural machinery, vehicles, materials and other professional storage.

Why are arched storage tents useful for agriculture?

Their large floor area, generous internal height and wide entrances make them suitable for tractors, machinery, fodder and other agricultural equipment and materials.

Does the arched roof prevent snow from accumulating?

The curved shape can help snow and rain move away from the roof, but it does not guarantee that accumulation cannot occur. Always follow the snow-load specifications and weather instructions for the individual shelter.

Can an arched storage tent be used for livestock?

Some Dancover arched shelters are specifically designed for livestock use. Always select a model intended for animals rather than using a general storage shelter without checking its specifications.