News / Media

Flexshade® Licenses Shade 'N' Sails To Bring You More Quality Projects

Flexshade® Structures are now manufactured under licence by Shade 'N' Sails. They specialise in designing, manufacturing, and installing custom outdoor shade solutions. Whether you’re looking for an expansive, waterproof shade structure for your school or park or a single outdoor blind for your residential property, they've got you covered. With over 6 decades of combined design and manufacturing experience our teams are well-equipped to ensure every project is tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of our customers. We welcome the amazing team at Shade 'N' Sails as part of the Flexshade Family and are excited for what comes next for Flexshade®.

 

  

Flexshade® Quartet 10 Centre Column Umbrellas - Sky City Casino, SA

Six Flexshade® Quartet 10 Centre Column Umbrellas have been installed by our South Australian Sales Agent - Shadeform Sails on the Level 3 Terrace at Sky City Casino. Manufactured with a custom rectangle base plate required for the install location the 6 x Q10 Umbrellas feature Mehler Valmex FR580 fabric in "Nature" for the membrane and Dulux Duralloy Anotec Off White with a Matt finish for the steel. The neutral colours create a relaxing atmosphere for all guests.


Flexshade® Quartet 5M Centre Column Umbrella - Arndale Shopping Centre, SA

Flexshade® South Australian Sales Agent - Shadeform Sails, installed our Flexshade® Quartet 5M Umbrella with column height increase for St George's Bakehouse at Arndale Shopping Centre. Using Mehler Valmex FR580 fabric in "Black" for the membrane and Dulux Duralloy Classic White Gloss for the steel frame the Flexshade® umbrella will provide 22m2 of protection for customers of the Bakery.


Flexshade® Quartet 5M Umbrellas - Oxford Falls Grammar, NSW

Installed by our Sydney Sales Agent, Absolutely Covered, this set of four Flexshade® Quartet 5M Centre Column umbrellas will provide shade for many years to come for the students at Oxford Falls Grammar. For more information about this project, click here.


Flexshade® Quartet 5M Centre Column Umbrellas - Petaluma Wines, SA

Shadeform Sails, our South Australian Sales Agent for Flexshade® installed these 3 Flexshade® Quartet 5M Umbrellas with link panels at Petaluma Wines, Cellar Door in the Adelaide Hills. Using Ferrari Soltis Proof 502 fabric in "Lemon" the Flexshade® umbrellas were linked together to provide continuous cover over 15 metres in length. For more information about this project, click here.


Flexshade® Custom Tetra Twin - Grand Mariner, Gold Coast

Instaco, our Brisbane Sales Agent for Flexshade® installed this custom 11m x 9m Flexshade® Tetra Twin with beam edge at the Grand Mariner Residential Resort on the Gold Coast.
Providing over 90 m2 of protection from the elements. Residents and their guests can enjoy this space all year round. For more information about this project, click here.


Flexshade® Quartet 8C Twin Umbrella - Richmond Village, SA

Shadeform Sails, our South Australian Sales Agent for Flexshade® installed our Quartet 8C Twin Centre Column Umbrella at Richmond Village. The design features one continuous membrane and a straight beam edge to allow for cafe blind installation in the future. The client chose Mehler Valmex FR580 fabric in "Pearl White" for the membrane and Dulux Duralloy Anotec Off White with a Matt finish for the steel. While compact in design the twin cone structure provides 13m2 of protection.


Shadeform - Flexshade® Product Video

Highlights of our Flexshade products installed by our South Australian Sales Agents - Shadeform including Petaluma Wine and Cruising Yacht Club.

flexshade logo

  Click to open Movie in new window  Shadeform - Flexshade® Product Video Pt 1 2021

  Click to open Movie in new window  Shadeform - Flexshade® Product Video Pt 2 2021

Flexshade® Australian Owned and Made

Flexshade® Quad 2.0 and Flexshade® Lotus*19; Taking pride of place at our Flexshade® Queensland Head Quarters.


For more information about our complete range of Flexshade® engineered umbrellas, click here.


Flexshade® Quartet*14S Linked Umbrellas - Edenderry, Ireland

Four Flexshade® Quartet*14S Cantilever Column Umbrellas have been installed by our Irish Agent, Downer International in Edenderry, Ireland. The linked Flexshade® Q*14S Umbrellas will provide over 60sq.m of protection from the elements. For more information about this project, click here.


Flexshade® Quartet*14 Linked Umbrellas - Torrens Valley Christian School

Two Flexshade® Quartet*14 Centre Column Umbrellas have been installed by our South Australian Agent, Shadeform Sails at Torrens Valley Christian School. The linked Flexshade® Q*14 Centre Column Umbrellas required a one metre height extension to sit above the roof line and provide additional shade in front of the classrooms.


Flexshade® Quartet*14 Centre Column Linked Umbrellas - Abbeyleix, Ireland

Downer International, our Irish Sales Agents recently installed 2 of our Flexshade® Q*14 Centre Column Umbrellas linked together. Located in the Market Square next to the Abbeyleix Public Library. Weekly Farmers Markets are held in this picturesque location.


Flexshade® Quartet*8 Centre Column Umbrellas - Lowlands Bowling Club

Lowlands Bowling Club in Newcastle recently installed 8 of our Flexshade® Q*8 Centre Column Umbrellas. Customised with a spigot base the umbrellas were installed through picnic tables alongside the bowling green.


Flexshade® Lotus Umbrellas - Air New Zealand Auckland

Flexshade® Lotus*19 Umbrellas were chosen for Air New Zealands Podium refurbishment in Auckland, NZ. Polished Stainless Steel Columns were complimented with Black Valmex FR580 S fabric membranes. Installed by local contractors in NZ the Lotus*19 umbrellas were linked together in a cluster of 4 with 1 stand alone Lotus*19.


Flexshade® Quartet*8 Umbrella - Australian Institute of Management (WA)

Four Flexshade® Quartet*8 Centre Column Umbrella's installed at the Australian Institute of Management in Floreat, Western Australia. Columns positioned through the table centre creates protection from the elements.


Flexshade® Quartet*5MS Cantilever Column Umbrellas - Coromandel Valley ELC

Two Flexshade® Quartet*5MS Umbrellas have been included in the playground of a Coromandel Valley Early Learning Centre. Installed by our South Australian Agent, Shadeform Sails, the Flexshade® Q*5MS Cantilever Column Umbrellas have been powder coated in Interpon Sable™ Core Ten allowing the frames to blend in to the natural surrounds.


Flexshade® Quartet*5M Duet Umbrella - Pedare College

South Australian Sales Agent, Shadeform Sails recently installed this Flexshade® Quartet*5M Duet Cantilever Column Umbrella at Pedare Christian College. This will provide students with 50m2 of weather protection all year round.


Flexshade® Looking Arty in Ireland

Downer our Flexshade agent in Ireland, installed a Flexshade Quad at a school as an art piece.


For more information about Quads, click here.


Flexshade® Quartet*14 Duet Cantilever Column Umbrella - Vinpac

Another great install by our South Australian Sales Agents, Shadeform Sails. This Flexshade® Q*14 Duet Cantilever Umbrella has been installed at Vinpac International. Powdercoated in Dulux Duralloy Black Satin with a Bright White membrane the Q*14 Duet provides over 35m2 of coverage with only one cantilevered column.


Flexshade® Great Shade Solutions For Any School!

Mansfield State High School installed 2 X Q14D and 2X Q5MD Flexshade® structures within the school grounds. The space provides students with a variety of covered areas. Duet models were chosen to create maximum shade coverage for the student eating areas.


Flexshade® Quartet*5MS and Quartet*5MD Duet Umbrellas - West Beach Parks Resort

Shadeform Sails, our South Australian Agent for Flexshade® recently installed a Flexshade® Q*5MD Duet Cantilever Column Umbrella and a Flexshade® Q*5MS Cantilever Column Umbrella at the West Beach Parks Resort. Providing 75m2 of shade collectively the Flexshade® umbrellas will provide holiday makers plenty of pool side shade from the afternoon sun.


Flexshade® Quartet*14 Linked Umbrellas - Cruising Yacht Club South Australia

Another fantastic install by our South Australian Agent for Flexshade®. Shadeform installed this set of 4 Flexshade® Q*14 Centre Column Umbrellas at the Cruising Yacht Club South Australia in North Haven. Linked together with large custom panels the Flexshade® umbrellas will provide patrons of the CYCSA with full protection from the elements for many years to come.


Flexshade® Quartet Q*14'S' Happy Customer

"I am happy with the result of your recently supplied Flexshade Quartet Q*14'S' Cantilever Umbrella. It is a great addition to the Flexshade Q*12 you provided 10 years ago."
Peter Wolfs (North Queensland)


Flexshade® Custom Cantilever Umbrella - Aged Care Facility (SA)

Shadeform Sails our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed this custom designed 5m x 4m Cantilever Umbrella in the Men's Shed Courtyard of a local Aged Care Facility. Providing residents with protection from the elements all year round.


Flexshade® Custom Centre Column Umbrella - Aged Care Facility (SA)

Installed at the same Aged Care Facility in South Australia by Shadeform Sails, this custom Flexshade® 5.7m x 3.7m Centre Column Umbrella is located in the Light Courtyard. An additional link panel connected to the roof provides extra protection for the residents.


Flexshade® Providing Protection From The Harsh Qld Sun

Having shade throughout the summer months is essential!
Our Brisbane Agent Instaco installed 3 Flexshade Q14S at Villanova College. They loved the first one so much they ordered another 2 more!! With thanks to Instaco our agents in Brisbane.


Flexshade® Quartet*8CS Cantilever Beam Edge Umbrellas - Moana SLSC

Moana Surf Life Saving Club patrons can sit back, relax and enjoy the fantastic view with full sun protection. Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed this set of 6 Flexshade® Q*8CS Umbrellas complete with Lighting Kits. The beam edge allowed Shadeform to attach Issey Vertiroll Blinds for added protection.


Flexshade® Goes 'RED' at USC

Three Flexshade® Q14 umbrellas were at the University of the Sunshine Coast campus, Maroochydore Queensland. The umbrellas were installed by our Sunshine Coast Agent, Sunraze Shade and Blinds. What a bold colour choice and they look fantastic installed within the creative precinct of the University, opposite the USC's Art gallery.

 

 

Flexshade® Quartet*5MS Linked Umbrellas - Unley High School

Three Flexshade® Quartet*5MS Linked Cantilever Column Umbrellas have been installed by our South Australian Agent, Shadeform Sails at Unley High School. Located in a courtyard, the linked umbrellas complement the newly installed furniture and will provide much needed protection all year round.


Flexshade® Survives Hurricane Irma Florida

Flexshade® 19 at Wellington Florida Horse Stud survived the severe impact of Hurricane Irma. Owners reported only “sandblasting” the frame and minor damage to the membranes from flying debris. Another test of Flexshade uniquely high wind rating.


Flexshade® Naples Florida - Direct hit from Hurricane Irma

Flexshade® Lotus survives unscathed Lotus 43 and Lotus 19 in Naples were subjected to a direct hit from Hurricane Irma. No damage was reported. These Flexshade’s were rated up to 140mph (230kph) and locally certified in Florida.


Flexshade® Quartet*10 Centre Post Umbrellas - Sunshine Plaza!

10 Years young, our Flexshade® Q*10 Centre Column Umbrellas at Sunshine Plaza, Maroochydore continue to provide shade coverage for shoppers at the Sunshine Coasts largest shopping centre.


Flexshade® side Post Umbrellas are proving a big hit!

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed a Q*14S at the ECH Centre at Fullarton. Our Flexshade side Post Umbrellas are proving a big hit.


Flexshade® Custom Twin Tetra - Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club

If you need an area covered that may not fit our standard Flexshade® range than a custom structure maybe designed to suit your requirements. Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade® recently installed a custom Twin Tetra structure.


Flexshade® Providing Great Shade Solutions!

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed a custom Tetra Twin for Sportsmans Tavern in Port Pirie.

What a great way to provide shade for your customers.


Flexshade® Evening Dining in Adelaide!

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed 3 Twin Quartet Curtain Edge Umbrellas for Ramsgate Hotel in Adelaide.

Flexshade® increasing the ambience for your dining experience.


Flexshade® Q*14S in Black with Pivot Option

"As you can see our Flexshade Umbrella has been installed in the Northern Territory and looks stunning. We were extremely impressed with the professional service we received from the beginning to the end from Shadeform. The superior quality of your product coupled with the packaging was truly impressive."
Another happy Flexshade customer, with the efforts of our SA Agents Shadeform.


Flexshade® the Perfect Poolside Accompaniment!

Taskers our Perth agent for Flexshade®, installed two Q5M Umbrellas at a private residence in Western Australia.

Offering shade to the poolside while also giving a stunning visual appeal.


Flexshade® South Australia 50 year Storms

The worst storms in 50 years recently battered wide areas of South Australia. Many Flexshades were exposed in schools, public areas, cars lots, shopping centres and beachfronts.
While many shadecloth structures and other fabric structures were destroyed no Engineer Certified Flexshade models reported any damage.
This is a tribute to the robust Flexshade waterproof shade products and the installation expertise of our SA Agent Shadeform Sails Pty Ltd


Flexshade® Custom Ridgeline

Custom Ridgeline installed as a Bike Shelter at Brisbane Airport, the Blue membrane perfectly matches the building!


For more information about our Ridgeline range, click here.


Flexshade® 2016 Product Range

View our Flexshade product range for 2016 on

YouTube

  Click to open YouTube Movie in new window  Flexshade 2016 Product Range

 

 width=

Flexshade® The Perfect Shade Solution for your Restaurant!

Our Western Australian agent for Flexshade® Taskers, installed two Q8S umbrellas at Coventry Seafood Bar & Grill in Western Australia.

What a great way to provide shade for your customers.


Flexshade® Providing Protection From The Harsh Summer Sun

Having shade as we move into the summer months is essential!
Flexshade Q*6M and Q*14S were installed at schools in South Australia. With thanks to Shadeform our agents in South Australia.


Flexshade® Quartet Q*14 Brisbane Grammar School

Local Brisbane install of 3 Flexshade Q*14 Umbrellas at Brisbane Grammar School. Offering shelter from the elements on their Tennis Courts between matches.


For more information about our Quartet range, click here.


Flexshade® Q2M for C Coffee

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, recently replaced 3 Umbrellas for C Coffee in Adelaide. Their footpath location, has made it a great place to stop for a relaxing coffee while doing some people watching.



Flexshade® 2015 Projects

View some of our Flexshade projects for 2015 on

YouTube

  Click to open YouTube Movie in new window  Flexshade 2015 Projects

 

 width=

Flexshade® Umbrella's for School

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed 3, Q*5MS Umbrella's at Unley Primary School, South Australia; providing some much needed shade during break time.

 

Flexshade® Flame Red at CIBO Espresso

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed 4, Q10 Umbrella Membranes at CIBO Expresso in Gawler, South Australia. Another bold colour choice selected; the red really brightens up the street againts the grey of the buildings.

 

 

Flexshade® Aiming High for Piper Alderman

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed 2 Q10 Umbrellas for Piper Alderman in Adelaide, South Australia. These were for their roof terrace, so a tricky install but what a view!

 

Flexshade® the Perfect Poolside Accompaniment!

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, installed a Q*10 Duet Cantilevered Umbrella at a private residence in Barossa Goldfields.

Offering shade to the poolside while also giving a stunning visual appeal.


Flexshade® Q10SP Cantilever and Pivot Model - Noosa

The Flexshade® Q10'SP' - Cantilever/Pivot model looks impressive installed along the side of a residential canal swimming pool. The cantilever umbrella eliminates the centre post providing maximum dining or lounging by the pool. Each model is not only engineered to meet worldwide wind codes, our cantilever umbrellas are also designed with the optional pivoting mechanism at the top of the column as seen in this model.

 

Flexshade® is now on Facebook

You can View and Like Flexshade® on our Tension Span Structures Facebook page.

 

 

 

Flexshade® Q5MD - British Aerospace

Three Flexshade® Q5'M' umbrellas were recently installed at British Aerospace in South Australia by our South Australian agent Shadeform . The Q5'M' umbrellas were selected to be installed in a triangle format which best suited the courtyard space.

 

Flexshade® Q5MD DUET MODEL - Shadeform SA

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade®, recently installed a Q5'MD' Duet model in their showroom carpark and it looks great! The Flexshade® Q5'MD' Duet umbrella was chosen to give extensive coverage over the carpark spaces. The umbrella has two elegant conical shade membranes with a central column.

 

Flexshade® Quartet Q8 - UWA

Our Western Australian agent for Flexshade® Taskers, recently installed within the campus grounds of the University of Western Australia, seven Quartet Q8. The umbrellas were chosen to provide shade and protection for students and staff within a common area of the university grounds.

 

Custom Flexshade® - Kingsford Hotel

If you need an area covered that may not fit our standard Flexshade® umbrella range than a custom umbrella maybe designed to suit your requirements. Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade® recently installed a custom designed cantilevered Flexshade® umbrella for the Kingsford Hotel. A Link panel, as well as heating and lighting kits were also chosen to optimise the custom umbrella design.

 

Quartet Q5M'S' & Q6M'S'- Tyndale Christian College

Shadeform our South Australian agent for Flexshade® recently installed three Q5'MS' and three Q6'MS' within the school grounds of Tyndale Christian College. Link panels were chosen for both of the Flexshade® umbrella sizes, to create maximum shade coverage for the student eating areas. Hawthorne green was chosen for the framework paint finish to best compliment current school colours.

 

Quartet Q10'C' - Chosen for The Lilydale Marketplace

As part of the Lilydale Marketplace Shopping Centre re-development, three Q10'C' with straight edges, were selected by the HACER Group development company and installed over a family rest and play area. The three Q10'C' were placed externally, parallel to the the existing Woolworths and specialty shops area. The official opening of the LilydaleMarketplace Shopping Centre to the public, was in July 2013.

 

Quartet Q5M Duet - 'NEW' On The Sunshine Coast

The Flexshade® Quartet Q5'M' Duet was recently installed by our Sunshine Coast Agents, Sunraze Shade and Blinds. The Quartet Q5'M' Duet design, dislpays a complimentary grey scheme, for seamless integration within the commercial complex. The Flexshade® Quartet Q5'M' Duet was selected for superior quality, high wind capacity and contemporary lines.

 

 

Quartet Q14 - Newcastle Foreshore

Two Flexshade® Quartet Q14, were installed by Hunter Development Corporation, along the redeveloped Newcastle Harbour Foreshore, New South Wales.The Quartet Q14, was chosen for ample coverage of the outdoor table seating areas. Outdoor dining on the Harbour Foreshore enables the public an excellent vantage point, to view one of Australia's busiest ports in action.

 

 

Flexshade® - Lotus 19

As part of the new Woolworths Shopping Centre at Walkerville, Shadeform, our South Australian agents for Flexshade®, installed the Lotus 19 inverted umbrella, over a small children’s recreation area. The Lotus 19 has a central column, doubling as a down pipe for connection to mains drainage (if required), for effective collection and distribution of rainwater. Utilising Triplex Galvanised & Powdercoated framework and Seaman Kynar Fabric, the Lotus 19 has a 10 year warranty, which ensures years of trouble free use.

 

Quartet 5MS - Cantilever at Surfair by Sunraze

When strong winds damaged the existing structure on the roof of these Sunshine Coast Apartments, Flexshade® quality and high load capacity won the day. The Quartet 5'MS' cantilever in silver, provides a clean and robust all weather solution.



Quartet 5M - Churchie Tennis

Flexshade® Quartet Q5'M' provides robust shade for seated areas between courts.  Due to high traffic flow a galvanised finish was selected.The builderwas Fardoulys Constructions and the courts are by Dynamic Sports.



Quad 4M at Sunraze Facility

Sunshine Coast Agent, Sunraze Shade and Blinds have installed Flexshade® Quad 4'M' at their new facility. The Quad 4'M' is the largest of the Quad range and provides a unique blend of shade and sculpture.



Quartet 8M - Broadbeach Mall

Gold Coast Representative Amazing Shade, has contracted and installed the Flexshade® Quartet Q8'M' on an elevated column over a play area at Broadbeach Mall. Currently, the Centre Column Q8'M' is the largest of the Quartet range.



Quartet 6M - Surfers Paradise

Gold Coast Distributor Amazing Shade installed this Quartet 6'M' Flexshade® right near the famous beaches in this apartment complex. Flexshade® was selected for its superior quality, high wind capacity and surface finishes.



YouTube Movie - Shadeform Flexshade®

Adelaide company Shadeform has been representing Flexshade in South Australia for 8 years.

Take a look at our YouTube movie featuring some of the fantastic Flexshade® projects they have completed.


Click to open Youtube movie in new window

New YouTube Movie - Flexshade® in the USA

Visit us at YouTube to see examples of Flexshade® outdoor umbrellas and structures:

  Click to open YouTube Movie in new window  Flexshade in the USA

Flexshade® Representative cover many regions, including Australia, USA, South East Asia, Europe and India. Remember, if we're not in your area, we can economically pack and ship directly to you.

 

Flexshade® is now on YouTube

You can now view the new movies of our Flexshade® products on

YouTube

  Click to open YouTube Movie in new window  Flexshade Structures & Umbrellas

 

 width=

Introducing Flexshade® Quartet 'Duet'

This Quartet 'Duet' Series on a single cantilevered column is designed for many applications where support space is limited. The Quartet 'Duet' is specified for 160km/hr (100mph) wind loads and severe UV conditions.

A 10 year Warranty is standard,

Sizes:

  • Q *8D     -  2.5m x 5.0m (8ft x 16ft)
  • Q *10D   - 3.2m x 6.4m (10ft x 20ft)
  • Q *14D   -  4.2m x 8.4m (14ft x 28ft)
  • Q* 5MD  -  5.0m x 10.0m (16ft x 32ft)

MIN HEIGHT - 2.2m (7ft) Download Specifications

 

Introducing Flexshade® Quartet 'C' - Curtain

If your clients are looking for high quality shade at an affordable price, consider our new Flexshade Curtain Series of engineered tension membrane structures. The base structure is designed for 160km/hr wind loads, and 120km/hr with side curtains in place. The Curtain Series is designed with either a cantilever or central column, with provision for site measured side curtains and optional corner posts for zip track type attachments. Quartet 'C' can be linked providing flexibility and weatherproof cover to suit many layouts. A 10 year Warranty is standard.

Sizes

  • Q10C  -  3.2m x 3.2m (10ft x 10ft)
  • Q14C  -  4.2m x 4.2m (14ft x 14ft) 
  • Q5MC -  5.0m x 5.0m (16ft x 16ft)

 

MIN HEIGHT - 2.2m (7ft) Download Specifications

 

Grundy Park - New Jersey

Aliens have landed in New Jersey. These futuristic Flexshades® were specially designed as iconic shades for this re-developed pier on the Hudson River. The backdrop is the spectacular skyline of lower Manhattan. The project was developed from a need to provide focal points on the pier and enliven the aesthetics of the space.
A customized Flexshade based on the Lotus model was designed to provide high wind and snow load capability and robust longevity in a public space. The membranes are DuPont coloured Tedlar and the steel frames hot dip galvanized with Duralloy powder coating in Satin Black. Lighting is by vandal proof uplights set into the timbe decking,providing a spectacular “flying saucer” effect at night. More Current Projects