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[Baytex Manufacturing Co. Ltd.] Mt. Maunganui, New Zealand
Extra high peaks and striking graphics make this 40-meter circus big top an impressive center stage for performers and thrill-seekers. Designed to complement a 24-meter foyer tent, Baytex Manufacturing made the circus tent from Ferrari Big Top fabric and its graphic elements from Ferrari 502 PVC, which are block welded to the surface of the tent membrane for longevity. Designed entirely in 3D, the tent was as much a design exercise as it was a fabrication challenge. The client was pleased with its ease of installation, near-perfect cut and stability in very windy conditions, calling it “a fantastic piece of art.”