When severe weather threatens, property owners across Australia face a critical question: can fabric dome shelters withstand cyclone conditions? The short answer is yes – but only if you choose the right product engineered to Australian standards. Here’s what you need to know.
Which Fabric Dome Shelters can Withstand a Cyclone?
Quality fabric dome shelters can absolutely withstand cyclones when properly rated. Our container shelters are engineered for Wind Regions A, B, or C (cyclone rated). These shelters undergo rigorous testing. Wind speeds in Region C can exceed 200km/h, yet our domes handle these conditions confidently.
Why Cyclone Rating Matters for Your Shelter
Not all fabric dome shelters are created equal. We’ve seen too many customers burned by cheap, inferior Chinese-designed kits that simply can’t handle Australia’s harsh conditions. The difference lies in proper engineering and quality materials.
Our shelters are designed in Australia and engineer-certified to Australian Standards. Every igloo in our range represents years of design and testing – not a rushed, cheap alternative that’ll fail when you need it most.
What Makes Ezy Igloo Shelters Cyclone-Ready
Heavy-Duty Construction
We use galvanised steel arches that meet strict engineering requirements. Unlike inferior products, we provide Mill Test Certificates as proof your steel meets these standards. Our Weld Test Inspections ensure welds exceed Australian Standard 1554.1.
Superior Fabric Technology
Our high-quality, Australian-made Canvavon® PE fabric cover comes with a 20-year UV warranty. This isn’t the flimsy material you’ll find on cheaper alternatives, which means it holds up to high winds appropriately.
Unique Base Rail System
Unlike many suppliers, our domes include a base rail as standard. This crucial feature ensures maximum waterproofing – the cover seals on the base rail, not the container roof. That means no tek screws penetrating your container, and no cyclonic water gushing in the sides.
Real-World Cyclone Performance
We’ve supplied cyclone shelters and specific mining shelters to operations across Queensland and Western Australia. One mining client in the in the Rockhampton Region, provided feedback that the main reason they purchased from us was due to our base rail design. The base rail system prevents water ingress, keeping equipment completely dry.
Another customer, who was setting up a solar farm near Marlborough, required a cyclone-rated igloo due to the site’s location in a cyclone-prone region. The modular design allowed them to connect multiple units, creating expanded shelter space for their workforce community.
Choosing the Right Cyclone Rating
Australia’s wind regions determine the engineering requirements for your area:
› Region A: General areas with lower wind speeds
› Region B: Moderate cyclone areas
› Region C: Severe cyclone zones including northern Queensland and Western Australia
Don’t guess. Instead, always check your local council requirements and choose accordingly. Our team can help customers Australia-wide select the correct specification for their locations.
Photo of a damaged Chinese-made dome sent to us by a customer after a severe storm caused the structure to buckle.
Beyond Cyclone Protection
While cyclone resistance is something you may need in your area, our container domes also offer year-round benefits. They provide permanent protection for equipment, vehicles, and materials. For businesses requiring extra storage solutions, our container shelters complement existing infrastructure perfectly. Mining operations particularly benefit from the combination of container storage and dome protection.
At Ezy Igloo, we back our products with a 10-year structural warranty. Third-party inspections ensure every shelter exceeds requirements. So, can fabric dome shelters withstand cyclone conditions? Absolutely – but only when you choose quality engineering over cheap alternatives. Don’t risk your valuable assets on inferior products. Contact our team today to discuss your cyclone shelter requirements.
