EMBRACING DURABILITY: HOW THE Z16 SHADE SAIL TRIUMPHED OVER A HAILSTORM
22 Jun 2023
When the ever-forceful Mother Nature flexes her muscles, she leaves an incredible mark. In November 2013, a catastrophic hailstorm rocked the Gold Coast, with wind speeds reaching a staggering 140km/h. Amongst the widespread wreckage, a noteworthy tale of endurance emerged—the survival of Rainbow Shade’s Z16 shade sail. Delve deeper into this extraordinary narrative, spotlighting the unique manufacturing of this particular shade fabric and the superior quality that empowered its resilience against the storm's wrath.
The Infamous Storm
On November 9, 2013, the Gold Coast was battered by a ruthless storm, unleashing winds of up to 140km/h and rain of hailstones as large as golf balls. This destructive natural event wreaked havoc, leaving many homeowners grappling with property damage. However, one homeowner, who had a Z16 shade sail erected over their swimming pool, managed to capture breathtaking footage, providing a raw exhibit of the storm's ferocity.
The Tenacity of Z16 Shade Sail
Despite the unrelenting bombardment from enormous hailstones, fierce wind and heavy rainfall, Rainbow Shade’s Z16 shade sail held strong. This remarkable durability and long-lasting nature can be traced back to its distinct manufacturing process and the high-grade materials used in its creation. The Z16 shade fabric undergoes an extra step in the manufacturing process called stentoring, this bolsters the fabrics stability and dramatically improves the quality and durability of the shade fabric.
A Testament to Resilience
Observing the Z16 shade sail withstand the hailstorm is truly amazing. The image captured during the storm highlights the sail under a barrage of hailstones and battered by powerful winds, yet it stands strong. When looking at the after image, it can be observed that the shade sail looks as good as new despite being pounded by the huge hailstones and extreme winds. This is due to the fabric stability gained during the stentoring process, which meant this sail was able to revert to its original shape even after the extreme weather event. This visual evidence serves as a compelling demonstration of the Z16 shade sail's capacity to endure even the most severe weather conditions.
Superior Quality
Z16 is crafted with meticulous precision, using only the finest raw materials. This dedication to quality guarantees that these shade sails possess the resilience and durability necessary to stand up to Mother Nature's fiercest challenges. From the raw materials to the manufacturing process, every facet of the Z16 shade fabric is designed with longevity, durability and premium quality at its core.
The narrative of the Z16 shade sail weathering the vicious hailstorm on the Gold Coast is an astounding testament to its durability and exceptional craftsmanship. While the storm wrought destruction, the Z16 shade sail showcased its capacity to withstand and safeguard. Be it hail, potent winds, or heavy rain, the Z16 shade sail stands as a beacon of reliability, durability and superior quality, providing homeowners the comfort of knowing they are protected from the elements.
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