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Design Shelter Inc.
P.O. Box 1445 STN. "B"
Mississauga Ontario
Canada L4Y 4G2

Habitat Specifications

Habitat and Long Habitat Technical Specifications

Mainframe Material

Material*                       6063 T5 Aluminum ** 
Mainframe Structural    1.5" x 1.0" (3.8 cm x 2.5 cm) 
Component Dimension  cross section by length 0.065" (1.65 mm) wall thickness 

* includes mainframe, eave bars, base bars, weather/chimney cap and door 
 ** aluminum is extruded, tempered and anodized
 

Habitat Frame Material
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Roof / Sidewalls
Material * Density:   14 oz/sqyd (475 g/sqm) 
Tensile Grab:           220 lb/in (w) x 195 lb/in (f) (90 kg x 86 kg)
                                ASTM D1117 
Trapezoid Tear:       65 lb (w) x 45 lb (f) (36 kg x 22 kg) ASTM D751
Adhesion:                25 lb/in (6.25 kg/cm) 
Flame Resistance:   Method U.L. 214 - PASS Federal ASTM
                                specification
Fire Retardency:      PASS ASTM E84/NFPA701 Test 2/ULC S109 -
                                M87 large and small scale/CA1237.
                                1 small scale/FMVSS302
Colour:                   Desert Sand, unless otherwise specified
Eave Overhang:       4 in (10 cm) 
Storm Skirt:             10 in (25 cm) 
Standard Window Dimension:  36 in x 36 in (92 cm x 92 cm)
Habitat Roof / Sidewall Material
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Cover Fastening System utilizes hook and loop velcro style fastener material

Shear Strength:        1.4 kg/sqcm 

 *  vinyl coated polyester, waterproof, cold resistant to -35°C (cold crack 1/8 mandrel) & Ultraviolet (UV) protected 

Insulation

Insulation Material utilizes single layer air bubble pack c/w aluminum foil skin
Nominal Thickness     1/8" (0.156)
Weight                        0.75 oz. per square foot 
Tensile Strength         > 3.5 N/mm 
Temperature Range  - 60°F to +180°F 
Flame Spread            20 (tested to Federal ASTM standard) 
Smoke Development  5 (tested to Federal ASTM standard) 
Habitat Insulation Material
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Smoke Density:              30 (tested to Federal ASTM standard) 
Perm Rating:                  0.000 (no vapour transmission) 
Puncture Resistance:     60 Ib. per square inch 
Ozone Depleting Rates: none 
Toxicity:                         none 
Reflectivity:                    94% to 97% 
Pliability:                       No cracking when bent over a 5mm mandrel at -10°C 
Emmitance:                    0.03 
Mold and Mildew:          none 
R-Factor:                        ~3 

1st Layer 0.00035 mils of 99% pure aluminum foil 
2nd Layer 0.002 mils of linear low density polyethylene backing 
3rd Layer 0.0025 mils of polyethylene bubble 
4th Layer 0.002 mils of linear low density polyethylene backing 
5th Layer 0.00035 mils of 99% pure aluminum foil 

 


Warranty

Design Shelter Systems offers a 365-day warranty on any parts or components found to be defective from delivery date (indicated on final invoice).  Defective components will be provided to field locations at no charge FOB Mississauga, Canada.  Field labour is not included.

Alternatively, damaged frames and/or covers can be returned to our factory for repair.  Shipping charges to and from customer destination are extra.


Maintenance

Cover Maintenance: Particular attention should be given to keeping the velcro as clean as possible.  Periodic brushing of the velcro fastener will extend the life of the product.  Cover material can be easily cleaned using mild soap and water.  Periodic wiping down of the cover is recommended to maximize the life of the product.

Frame Maintenance: Particular attention should be placed on keeping folding and telescopic components free from dirt, grass and debris.  Periodic wiping down of the frame and clearing of the components is recommended to maximize the life of the product.



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