A Canopy Designed for Employee Comfort
Overview
At a busy furniture storage warehouse in Lathrop, California, this custom 18′ x 36′ pre-engineered break area canopy creates a dedicated outdoor space where employees can step away from the demands of the workday. With a spacious footprint, 10-foot clearance, and durable steel construction, the canopy provides reliable overhead protection while complementing the surrounding facility.
Designed with both function and appearance in mind, the structure features a custom-colored architectural fascia, clean white embossed decking, and an integrated drainage system. The result is a practical employee amenity that adds value to the facility while providing a comfortable, sheltered space for breaks and gatherings.
Project Details
This custom break area canopy combines the durability expected in an industrial setting with design details that make the space feel intentional and inviting. The expansive 18′ x 36′ footprint provides ample shelter space for employees, while the four-column design maintains an open and accessible layout.
The 36-inch ACM fascia spanning all four sides adds a distinctive architectural element and allows the canopy to coordinate with the facility’s overall design through a custom-selected color. Beneath it, the clean, white, embossed steel deck provides a finished appearance, while external drainage efficiently manages rainwater.
The finished canopy delivers more than simple weather protection creates a durable, attractive employee amenity that enhances the workplace and provides a dedicated space for employees to recharge throughout the workday.
- Custom 18′ x 36′ pre-engineered steel canopy
- Four-column design for reliable structural support
- 10-foot clearance from the bottom of the fascia to the lowest finished grade
- Standard bottom deck roof system
- 36-inch-tall ACM fascia installed along all four sides
- Custom fascia paint color selected by the project architect
- 20-gauge steel deck with a white embossed finish
- External drainage system with collars
- Two full-length 1-inch conduits integrated into the columns
- Structural steel and columns supplied with a red oxide primer finish, with final painting completed on site by others
- Six LED surface-mounted canopy lights
Why Shelters Direct
For over 30 years, Shelters Direct has been a trusted leader in designing and supplying pre-engineered canopies that combine durability, functionality, and visual appeal. Whether you need coverage for fueling stations or equipment areas, our canopies are built to perform and made to last.
With decades of hands-on experience and a record of dependability, we make the process simple—from design to installation—so your project stays on time and on budget.
Contact us today to get a custom quote and find out why Shelters Direct is the first choice for pre-engineered canopy solutions.