Get the Exact Building You Need with Custom Fabric Structures 

When it comes to building a structure that meets the unique demands of your operation, off-the-shelf simply doesn’t cut it. Whether you’re in agriculture, construction, mining, or transportation, a custom fabric building can offer the performance, protection, and efficiency you need, without the cost or time of a conventional structure.   

At FastCover, we design and manufacture custom-engineered fabric buildings made for Canadian conditions and tailored to your exact specifications. 

  

Engineered & Built Around Your Needs. 

Unlike some manufacturers who only offer standard sizes, FastCover works with you to deliver the right width, height, and layout for your site. Need extra clearance for large machinery? Want specific doors or ventilation? Looking for extra insulation or liner systems? We’ll build it. 

Our fabric buildings are engineered in-house to meet your load requirements and local codes, so you can be confident your building will perform year-round, even under heavy snow or high winds. 

 

Canadian Made. Built to Last. 

Every FastCover fabric building is manufactured in-house at our facility in Manitoba, Canada. By controlling the production process from start to finish, we ensure each structure meets our high standards for strength, durability, and performance. Our commitment to Canadian-made quality means you’re getting a product built for local conditions, with the service and support to match. 

Flexible Layouts and Custom Features 

Custom doesn’t mean complicated. We make it easy to choose from: 

• Open-ended or fully enclosed structures 

• Foundation options (piles, concrete, shipping containers, etc) 

• Doors, windows, fans, lighting, and other accessories 

• Arch spacing 

• Fire retardant fabric 

And because our buildings are modular, they can be relocated, extended, or modified as your needs change. 

 

Fast Installation, Long-Term Value 

Fabric buildings install quickly, often in a matter of days, and don’t require the same labor, equipment as conventional buildings. That means faster time to operation and lower cost per square foot. 

Combined with long lifespan and virtually maintenance-free performance, you’ll realize significant long-term savings. 

 

Trusted Across Industries 

FastCover serves customers across Canada in: 

• Agriculture – Custom barns, machine sheds, hay or grain storage 

• Mining & Oilfield – Portable maintenance shelters and equipment storage 

• Construction – On-site warehousing and covered workspaces 

• Transportation – Vehicle depots, cold storage, and more 

Wherever protection and flexibility matter, a custom fabric building delivers. 

 

Get a Custom Quote 

Every project starts with a conversation. Whether you know exactly what you need, or just know you need a better solution, we’re here to help. 

Get a Quote Today and see how a custom FastCover fabric building can work for you. 

 

Mining operations don’t pause for weather—or location. The industry requires adaptable infrastructure that can be deployed quickly, perform reliably, and evolve with the demands of the project. Fabric buildings have emerged as one of the most practical and versatile solutions for today’s mining companies. 

 

This article explores real-world applications for fabric buildings across the mining lifecycle—from exploration and extraction to processing and equipment maintenance. 

 

1. Core Sample Storage: Protecting Data That Drives Decisions

During exploration, every core sample collected represents valuable geological data. These samples need to be stored in a clean, dry, and temperature-controlled space—especially in harsh climates. 

Why fabric buildings work:
Fabric structures can be rapidly deployed near drill sites and customized with insulation, lighting, and shelving. Their clear-span interiors make it easy to organize and access samples, while protecting them from rain, UV exposure, and fluctuating temperatures that can compromise results. 

 

2. Equipment Storage and Maintenance Bays: Keeping Machines Running

Mining equipment is a massive investment—and keeping it protected and operational is critical to staying productive. Whether you’re storing haul trucks, loaders, conveyors, or processing equipment, you need a reliable shelter that can handle the job. 

Why fabric buildings work:
Their high clearances and wide-span designs accommodate large vehicles and equipment with ease. Add doors, ventilation, and lighting, and these structures become ideal spaces for routine maintenance or emergency repairs—without the cost or timeline of traditional buildings. 

 

3. Mobile Workspaces and Break Areas: Supporting Your Crew

Mining camps and temporary sites require quick-to-install structures for crew facilities. These can range from lunchrooms and locker areas to mobile offices and safety briefings stations. 

Why fabric buildings work:
Because they’re modular and relocatable, fabric buildings can move with your project. They’re also fast to set up and highly customizable—allowing you to add insulation, vents, and partitions based on crew size and environmental needs. 

 

4. Bulk Material Storage: From Ores to Aggregates

Operations that process and transport raw materials like ore, gravel, or tailings need covered storage areas to minimize moisture exposure and material loss. 

Why fabric buildings work:
Fabric structures provide weather-tight protection while allowing easy access for loaders, trucks, and conveyors. Their open interior space makes them ideal for housing bulk materials while minimizing contamination or runoff. 

 

5. Processing Facilities: A Scalable Option for Expanding Operations

As a mine site scales, new processing areas may be needed—whether for crushing, screening, or washing. Constructing a permanent facility can take months and eat up capital. 

Why fabric buildings work:
These buildings can be custom-designed with the height and access points needed for conveyors, chutes, and processing machinery. The modular design easily allows you to expand to virtually any length as operations grow, making it easy to scale up your processing capacity. 

 

6. Harsh Environments: Surviving Snow, Wind, and Chemical Exposure

Many mine sites experience extreme weather or environmental conditions—ranging from high winds and snow loads to chemically corrosive dust or moisture. 

Why fabric buildings work:
Quality FastCover fabric structures are engineered to meet local building codes and can be designed to handle high wind speeds and heavy snow loads. Powder-coated steel components resist rust and corrosion, which is especially important near processing plants or tailings ponds. 

 

Why More Mining Companies Are Making the Shift 

Fabric buildings offer mining companies a powerful combination of speed, flexibility, and cost control—especially in remote or fast-changing environments. They’re not only faster to deploy than traditional structures, but they can also be reconfigured or relocated as your site evolves. 

Whether you need a temporary solution or a long-term asset, fabric buildings have proven their value across a wide range of mining applications. 

Need a structure for your next mining project?

Ask us how a custom-engineered fabric building can solve your site’s unique infrastructure challenges—without slowing down your operation. 

No two job sites are identical—and your building solution shouldn’t be either. Whether you’re operating in remote terrain, a busy urban construction zone, or a climate with extreme weather, you need a structure that works with your environment, not against it. That’s why custom temporary buildings from FastCover are engineered with flexibility in mind.

From size and layout to access and add-ons, our portable job site buildings are designed to meet the real-world needs of contractors and project managers who can’t afford downtime.

 

Why Customization Matters on the Job Site

Job sites often present unique challenges: uneven ground, limited space, varying equipment sizes, strict access requirements, or the health and safety of workers. With FastCover, you can adapt your building to suit those conditions—maximizing both efficiency and safety.

Key areas of customization include:

• Size & Dimensions: Need extra clearance for tall machinery or want to span over shipping containers? Our buildings come in a wide range of widths and lengths—and can be mounted on different foundations like concrete blocks, bins, or Seacans.
• Entry & Access Points: Choose from multiple door styles and placements, including overhead doors, man doors, and roll-up curtains for drive-through access and optimized workflow.
• Anchoring Systems: Whatever the terrain, we offer foundation solutions that keep your structure secure—even in high-wind environments.
• Interior Features: Add insulation for year-round use, LED lighting for safe nighttime operation, or electrical packages to power tools, heaters, and more.

 

Real-World Applications: See Our Construction Project in Action

In a construction project, FastCover supplied two custom portable job site buildings for a highway interchange project, designed to protect concrete pours across multiple overpasses. The structures were modular, allowing for easy repeated installation—each used 5–7 times over the two-year project. After the project, both structures were repurposed on other job sites, showcasing the durability and long-term value of custom temporary buildings from FastCover.

 

Work Directly With Our Team

When you choose FastCover, you’re not buying a one-size-fits-all product—you’re partnering with a team of experts who understand construction logistics. We work with you from the start to:

• Assess your site and needs
• Recommend custom solutions
• Deliver and install your customizable portable building efficiently

 

Get the Right Fit – The First Time

Don’t settle for generic when your job site demands precision. Whether you need a heated workspace, or covered storage for equipment, FastCover can design a solution that works as hard as you do.

 

Ready to Build Your Custom Temporary Building? 

Contact our team today to get started.

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