Winkler Structures

Winkler Structures, a division of Winkler Canvas Ltd., specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing tension fabric structures. Winkler Structures and Winkler Canvas are proudly Canadian companies headquartered in Winkler, Manitoba Canada. Winkler Structures custom designs and manufactures fabric structures for any industry, any need.

Winkler Structures distributes its fabric buildings through a network of independent dealers (including Specialized Onsite Services) located throughout Canada and the United States. With over 40 years in business, the Winkler Structures brand name is a widely recognized and respected name in the fabric structures industry.

At Winkler Structures, we take pride in our state-of-the-art facility, expert engineering, and commitment to quality, delivering durable and efficient fabric-covered buildings for various industries. With expert installation, fully customizable solutions, and precision-driven design, we ensure every structure meets your exact needs while maintaining the highest standards of strength, efficiency, and reliability.

State-of-the-Art Facility – Our 60,000 sq. ft. production facility in Manitoba allows us to efficiently manufacture and control every aspect of our buildings, ensuring top-tier quality and precision.

Advanced Engineering – All structures meet or exceed national building codes for wind, snow, and seismic loads. We work with third-party engineers to guarantee unbiased, certified, and insurable designs across North America.

Custom-Built Solutions – We provide fully customizable fabric structures tailored to your exact needs, whether for agriculture, commercial, industrial, or government applications—all while meeting local building codes and permitting standards.

Precision-Driven Design – Our expert drafters and project managers turn ideas into reality, offering innovative solutions such as buildings on wheel/track systems, custom sizing for existing foundations, and specialized layouts to fit unique project requirements.

Our No Compromise Fabric Structures are designed with safety and longevity in mind, incorporating industry-leading materials and engineering techniques to withstand even the harshest conditions.

1. Specialty polyethylene material

   Our specialty polyethylene material (NovaShield Membrane Structure Fabric) has amazing strength-to- weight ratios that allow for easier, faster, and money-saving installations. This technologically advanced fabric will stand up to any weather condition; including rain, wind, hail, snow, and heat. With its advanced UV protection coating you never have to worry about sun exposure degrading your structure and with a 15 year warranty, you can rest assured that we stand behind our quality.

2. High-Strength Structural Steel
   • Premium Allied Tube and Conduit Steel – Our structures use high-strength steel that meets ASTM A-500 specifications with a minimum 50,000 PSI tensile strength, ensuring exceptional durability and load-bearing capacity.
   • 30% More Steel Than Competitors – Winkler Structures incorporate more steel in the framework, enhancing structural integrity and stability.
   • Engineered for Extreme Weather – The reinforced truss system and unique purlin design prevent structural failure in high winds and heavy snow loads.
3. Advanced Purlin System for Maximum Stability
   • Cross Purlin Design – Unlike parallel purlins used by competitors, Winkler’s cross purlins reinforce both the top and bottom of each truss, preventing truss rolling and collapse.
   • Enhanced Wind Load Resistance – The purlins keep rafters stable by resisting compression from wind loads, ensuring superior performance in extreme weather.
4. Industry-Leading Corrosion Protection
   • Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel – Our inline galvanized steel tubing ensures a smooth, rust-resistant coating for long-term durability.
   • Triple-Layer Protection – Includes passivation coating to prevent white rust, organic primer for corrosion resistance, and industry-tested longevity, outperforming pre-galvanized or painted tubing.

With engineered steel, advanced purlin technology, and industry-leading corrosion resistance, Winkler Structures delivers the most durable and reliable fabric-covered buildings on the market.