Covered Lay Down

Keep projects moving while protecting outdoor materials and equipment

Covered Lay Down Structures for Outdoor Storage and Jobsite Protection

Construction and industrial projects rely on designated outdoor areas for the storage, staging, and handling of materials, equipment, and project components awaiting installation, distribution, assembly, or use. Custom-engineered and manufactured in the USA, Big Top covered lay down structures provide dependable overhead protection for these active work areas while keeping materials accessible and helping crews maintain productivity.

Serving construction, energy, utility, mining, marine, military, and oil and gas operations, our proprietary fabric structure system creates roofed, open-access environments that protect materials and equipment from weather exposure while supporting efficient staging, loading, unloading, material handling, and day-to-day jobsite operations.

Protect Materials Without Slowing the Job

Efficient projects depend on keeping materials protected while maintaining unrestricted access for crews and heavy equipment. Big Top fabric structures create dependable overhead protection that helps reduce weather exposure while supporting staging, loading, unloading, and day-to-day jobsite activities.

Features of Big Top’s fabric structure system include:

Rapid Installation, Minimal Site Preparation: Engineered for fast deployment with minimal foundation work and multiple anchoring options to accommodate a wide range of site conditions
Clear-Span Design: Wide-open interiors eliminate interior columns, allowing unrestricted access for forklifts, loaders, cranes, and heavy equipment
Adaptable Configurations: Available for multiple foundation options, including ecology blocks and shipping containers, to fit a wide range of applications and site conditions
Weather-Resistant, Code-Compliant Performance: Industrial-strength, rip-resistant fabric combined with galvanized steel framing withstands demanding wind, snow, and environmental conditions
Fire-Resistant Fabric: NFPA-701 flame-retardant material self-extinguishes within three seconds, enhancing safety in high-risk environments
UV and Temperature Control: Blocks 99.95% of harmful UV-A and UV-B radiation to help maintain interiors up to 15°F cooler in summer and warmer in winter, while optional HVAC and insulation further enhance year-round comfort
Energy-Efficient, Naturally Lit Environment: Translucent fabric maximizes natural daylight to reduce lighting costs while creating a bright, productive interior environment
Integrated Building Systems and Accessories: Integrates HVAC, lighting, ventilation, specialty doors, flooring, electrical service, and other application-specific features

Keeping Outdoor Operations Productive

Outdoor storage areas often become active work zones where crews receive deliveries, stage materials, maintain equipment, and prepare for the next phase of the project. Covered lay down structures create protected work areas that help improve efficiency while reducing weather-related interruptions.

Whether supporting utility construction, energy projects, mining operations, marine facilities, or industrial sites, these fabric structures provide dependable protection while allowing equipment and materials to remain organized and immediately accessible.

Tailored to Your Site

Every project has unique storage requirements, equipment, site constraints, and access needs. Big Top works with you to develop covered lay down structures that fit your operation today while providing the flexibility to adapt as projects and facilities evolve.

Typical applications include:

Construction lay down yards
Utility staging areas
Equipment storage
Material staging
Pipe and steel storage
Mining operations
Marine terminals
Oil and gas facilities
Military installations
Industrial project sites

Configured for applications ranging from temporary project sites to long-term industrial facilities, these covered storage systems adapt to changing operational requirements while maintaining efficient access to critical resources.

Engineered for Demanding Outdoor Applications

Some lay down areas require more than overhead protection. Big Top develops specialized solutions that accommodate oversized materials, heavy equipment, and unique site conditions while maintaining efficient movement throughout the work area.

Capabilities include:

Ecology Block Systems: Ideal for bulk material storage and applications requiring durable perimeter walls
Shipping Container Systems: Integrate standard shipping containers to create secure storage with covered work areas
High-Clearance Designs: Accommodate oversized equipment, stacked materials, and unrestricted movement for loaders, cranes, and heavy equipment
Custom-Engineered Solutions: Tailored around equipment access, storage layouts, site conditions, and operational requirements

The Big Top Covered Lay Down Advantage

Big Top’s innovative fabric structure system combines custom engineering, premium materials, and turnkey installation to create covered lay down structures that protect equipment and materials, while providing a faster, more cost-effective alternative to conventional construction.