Custom Solutions in Any Weather
As a recognized world leader in the production of membrane covered frame structures, Rubb is able to draw on a wealth of experience to design sports facilities that meet specific performance requirements. With complete design, manufacturing, installation and service facilities in the USA, UK, and Norway, you can have complete confidence in Rubb providing a proven sports structure solution.
Rubb sport facilities are remarkably cost-effective and our use of translucent fabric gives the impression of playing and training outdoors, as well as offering efficiency and energy savings. And now, with the development of our Thermohall® Insulation System, teams and individuals are provided with full year-round weather protection in any climate.
Low Maintenance / Low Costs
Our high-quality PVC cladding materials and post-production galvanized welded steel frames deliver durability over time, making the cost of maintaining Rubb sports buildings more economical compared to conventional sports hall structures.
Energy-Efficient Roof Membranes
Translucent membranes allow natural daylight to illuminate the sports hall while the white roof surface reflects heat. Optional Thermohall® insulation minimizes heat transfer, prevents condensation and virtually eliminates thermal bridging and air infiltration.
Multiple Use
Rubb indoor sports facilities can function as one large playing area or be sub-divided into smaller areas for younger age groups or training programs. Sport surfaces can be divided using moveable rebound walls, nets or more permanent dividers.
Rapid Construction, Installation and Relocation
Rubb sports buildings can be quickly erected, dismantled and relocated due to module pre-fabrication. Rubb can provide site supervisors or fully dedicated construction teams to complete any custom sports project.
Flexible and Cost-Efficient Foundation Systems
Rubb sports buildings can accommodate many foundation options such as concrete up-stand, ballast weights, and ground anchors into an existing surface. Rubb’s co-ordination with the groundwork contractor is key for the client to reach the most cost effective solution.
Reduced Time On-Site
Our established sport supply chain streamlines co-ordination of delivery and installation. Pre-fabricated elements and the ability to construct our sport facilities in a variety of weather conditions, speeds up the construction process.
Customizable Features
Buildings can accommodate all types of doors, ventilation and equipment to safely support a wide variety of field and court sports such as football, hockey, lacrosse, rugby, baseball, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics and tennis.
Comprehensive Long-Term Service
Rubb personnel are on hand to provide help and support, from initial contact to quotation, installation and beyond. Rubb’s commitment to customer service continues after project completion and forms the basis for long-term customer satisfaction.
Sports Facilities Projects
With over 35 years of experience designing, manufacturing and constructing custom indoor sport facilities we have built up relationships with high profile school athletic departments, sports clubs and municipalities across the globe.
Ipswich School Sports Training Building
Rubb and UK construction giant Balfour Beatty builds custom-made twin level indoors sports training building for Ipswich Academy.
Sunderland Football Club Indoor Training Building
Sunderland Association Football Club’s stars of the future can train all year round inside the training hub at the Academy of Light.
Indoor Beach Volleyball Facility
A Bournemouth school is going for gold following the completion of a beach volleyball hall.
Budehaven School Netball facility
The custom designed sports hall for Budehaven Community School measures 39.5m x 35m with 7.2m high sidewalls.
Challenge Unlimited Equestrian Facility
Rubb provided Challenge Unlimited in Massachusetts with an all-season equestrian training custom designed structure.
James River Country Club Tennis
Rubb provided a custom designed tennis training facility with LED lighting for James River Country Tennis Club, in Virginia
Explore Rubb’s patented Thermohall® insulated cladding system, which delivers many cost effective and eco-friendly benefits. Thermohall® fabric can be used to clad all types of sports structures. Insulation can be supplied in thicknesses from 2 inches to 8 inches, providing the best cost saving thermal solution. Find out more.
| Thickness | U Value (SI) W/m2K | R Value (US) ft-F-hr/BTU |
|---|---|---|
| 50mm (2in) | U Value (SI) W/m2K | R11 |
| 100mm (4in) | 0.36 W/m2K | R19 |
| 150mm (6in) | 0.25 W/m2K | R27 |
| 200mm (8in) | 0.19 W/m2K | R35 |
Outer layer
Flame retardant heavy duty fabric
Core
High density glass wool insulation
Inner layer
Self-cleaning PVC fabric
Every Sport Under One Roof
Our relocatable, quickly erect sport structures are ideal for an indoor track or an indoor sports complex for football, basketball, gymnastics, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, multi-use training facilities, equestrian facilities and professional sporting teams.
Rubb has the ability to provide a complete package for any indoor sports center, including help with planning approval and the installation of all services such as roads, drainage, mechanical and electrical services. Rubb Buildings is the ideal partner for your new sports complex.
Sports Structure Types
Rubb USA can provide custom designed sports buildings in a variety of configurations and sizes to suit your specific sporting requirements.
BVR Structure
The BVR structure type features rectangular leg and roof box sections. This takes up less space and therefore provides more overall internal clearance.
BVE Structure
BVE structures feature lattice frame sidewalls and can be designed with single or multiple lattice roof pitches. Span widths start from 20m to 40m, by any length.
