Windy Area? Say Goodbye to Trauma with UNIXPADEL!

If you live in a windy area, playing padel can often be a frustrating experience. Strong gusts can disrupt the game, making it difficult to control the ball and enjoy the sport. But with UNIXPADEL, you can forget the trauma of playing in windy conditions. Our courts are designed with advanced wind-resistant technology, ensuring that you can focus on your game without any interruptions. Whether you're a casual player or a competitive athlete, UNIXPADEL provides a stable and enjoyable environment for all your padel matches.

UNIXPADEL – HIGH WIND-RESISTANT PADEL COURT

Model: Unixpadel Wind-140 Reinforced Standard Court

Wind Resistance: 140 mph (225 km/h)

Design Standard: TS EN 1991-1-4 – Wind Actions

1. PRIMARY STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAME

Main vertical posts and upper beam connections:

  • Constructed using 60x60 x 3 mm hot-dip galvanized steel profiles
  • Steel grade: S235JR (EN) or JIS G3101 SS400 (Japan)

 

Horizontal glass support profiles and shock-resistant bracing:

  • Reinforced using 60x60x3 mm galvanized steel
  • Anchored to the concrete foundation using chemical anchoring systems

Reinforcement Support Poles:

  • Additional support poles are strategically placed to increase strength and durability in windy areas
  • These poles are also constructed using 60x60x3 mm hot-dip galvanized steel profiles

All structural steel components comply with the ISO 1461 hot-dip galvanizing standard, ensuring a corrosion resistance lifespan of up to 15 years.

2. GLASS SYSTEM & CONNECTION TECHNOLOGY

Glass Type:

  • 12 mm thick tempered safety glass certified under EN 12150

Glass Connection System:

  • Each glass panel is mechanically connected to both the adjacent panels and the steel structure using custom-designed steel brackets
  • Shock-absorbing silicone-based gaskets are used to minimize vibration
  • Combined mechanical and chemical fastenings ensure maximum resistance under high wind loads

3.WIND IMPACT REINFORCEMENT SYSTEM

Reinforcements on wind-exposed façades:

  • 60x60x3 mm galvanized steel wind bracing elements
  • Anchored to the concrete foundation using steel bolts and chemical anchors

Advantages for Wind Resistance:

  • Enhanced Structural Integrity: The use of 60x60x3 mm steel profiles and additional support poles significantly increases the court's ability to withstand high wind speeds.
  • Reduced Deformation: The reinforced design minimizes structural deformation, ensuring the court remains stable and secure even in extreme conditions.
  • Increased Durability: The hot-dip galvanized steel and additional support poles provide long-lasting protection against corrosion and wear, extending the lifespan of the court.

Simulation & Testing:

  • Complete wind force simulations performed using Wind Tunnel Simulation, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, and SkyCiv Wind Load Calculator
  • Wind Load Test Results:
    • Wind speed: 140 mph (~225 km/h)
    • Structural deformation: <1.5 mm
    • Stress tolerance at glass connections: Within a safety margin of 325% below failure threshold

4.Production: Robust Padel Court Structure with Extra Steel Plate Anchorage

To ensure a strong and stable padel court, especially in windy areas, we have designed a robust structure with the following specifications:

  • Steel Plate Anchorage: The court is supported by extra steel plates with a thickness of 12mm. These plates are securely anchored to the concrete foundation, providing a solid base for the entire structure.
  • Glass Panels: The glass used in the court is 12mm thick, not 10mm, to enhance durability and resistance to wind and impact.
  • Main Padel Pillars: The main pillars of the court are constructed with a robust 80x80x3mm steel profile. These pillars are further supported by additional 60x60x3mm steel pillars, ensuring maximum stability and strength.

This design ensures that the padel court stands strong and secure, even in the most challenging windy conditions.

5. INSTALLATION & ANCHORING SYSTEM

  • Entire structure is anchored using two-component chemical anchors into concrete foundations
  • CE-certified high-performance mounting kits are used
  • All steel joints use a combination of double welding and bolted connections for maximum structural integrity

6. CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE

  • CE Certification in accordance with EN 1090-1 (steel structures) and EN 12150 (glass)
  • ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System
  • ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management System
  • ISO 3834-2 – Welding Quality Management
  • Welding Certificate ISO 3438 – Certified welders
  • EN ISO 1461 – Hot-dip galvanizing coating standard
  • All glass panels are tested and approved by KIWA Laboratory in the Netherlands

7. STRUCTURAL STRESS & SAFETY FACTOR ANALYSIS

Engineering assessments have confirmed that:

  • Stress levels and safety factors fall within the recommended range of 1.5 – 3.0 for steel structures
  • The padel court’s safety factor approaches 3.0, indicating a high level of structural reliability
  • This factor is critically important for occupant safety, especially under extreme environmental conditions

8. WIND LOAD ANALYSIS – TS EN 1991-1-4

Wind load calculations were carried out based on TS EN 1991-1-4 guidelines:

  • Mean Wind Speed (vm): Calculated by multiplying the basic wind speed by terrain roughness and orographic coefficients
  • Turbulence Intensity (Iv): Assumed to be 0.2 in simplified analysis
  • Peak Wind Pressure (qp): qp = 1,170 N/m²
  • External Wind Pressure (we): we = –936 N/m²
  • Total Wind Force (Fw): For a wall surface of 10m x 10m:
    • Fw = –93,600 N

9. EXTREME WIND REGION APPLICATION REFERENCES

This reinforced court system is recommended for high-wind urban and coastal environments, such as:

  • Miami, Florida – USA
  • Corpus Christi, Texas – USA
  • Okinawa – Japan
  • Nouméa – New Caledonia
  • Karachi – Pakistan
  • Abu Dhabi – UAE
  • Cancún – Mexico
  • Mauritius Island

10. IMPORTANT NOTES

  • These values are preliminary and indicative. For real projects, a full structural analysis must include site-specific geometry, terrain category, shielding, and load combinations
  • For more advanced results, software such as SkyCiv, Robot Structural Analysis, or StaadPro should be used
  • All structural design, calculation, and adaptation are customized per project by Unixpadel’s in-house engineering team

11. ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES FOR WINDY AREAS

  • Stronger Support Poles: The addition of 60x60.3 mm support poles provides extra reinforcement, enhancing the court's stability and resistance to high wind loads.
  • Optimized Bracing: The use of 60x40x3 mm galvanized steel bracing elements ensures that the court can withstand significant wind pressure without compromising structural integrity.
  • Advanced Anchoring: Two-component chemical anchors and CE-certified mounting kits provide a secure and robust foundation, further increasing the court's durability in windy conditions.
  • Comprehensive Testing: Rigorous wind force simulations and load tests confirm the court's ability to handle extreme wind speeds, ensuring safety and reliability for players.