Tie Rod and Membrane Engineering for Expo Zaragoza: Structural Solutions
The architecture of major international events demands solutions where aesthetics and engineering converge with absolute precision. Cables Estructurales participated actively in the technical development of Expo Zaragoza, providing its design and calculation capacity for the membrane and tie-rod systems that define this architectural icon.
Design and Calculation of Supporting Membranes and Tie-Rods: In projects of this scale, the role of the technical office is critical. Our intervention focused on ensuring that the project’s tensile structures met the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
- Advanced Structural Calculation: Definition of the necessary tensions in the tie-rods to support the dynamic loads of the membrane.
- Joint Development: Close collaboration with architects and engineers to integrate cable systems into the project’s aesthetic vision.
How is a large-scale tensile structure designed? It requires precise calculation of the membrane geometry and the supporting staying system. At Cables Estructurales, we perform technical modeling to guarantee the structural stability of the entire assembly.
Specialists in Innovative Structural Solutions: As leaders with extensive experience in the construction and industrial sectors, our strength at Expo Zaragoza was the ability to offer a comprehensive solution:
- Detail Engineering: Design of custom connection pieces, terminals, and turnbuckles for the project.
- High-Strength Cable Systems: Supply of certified materials capable of maintaining structural tension over the long term.
- Specialized Technical Advisory: Support in every phase of development to solve complex structural staying challenges.
Leadership in Architecture and Civil Works: With a large stock of cables, strands, and accessories, Cables Estructurales is the strategic partner for projects requiring innovation and technical support. Our participation in Expo Zaragoza reinforces our capacity to face challenges that combine avant-garde design with top-tier structural engineering.

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