Glossary

Nomenclature A system for naming things  

Pop-Up Canopy Portable canopies that literally set up in seconds. Sizes range from 5' x 5' up to 10' x 20'. Larsens, Inc. is an authorized KD Kanopy distributor.

Zipper Components The four major components of a separating zipper are: box pin teeth slider A separating zipper does just what its' name says.. it separates like the zipper on a jacket. To engage the zipper start with the slider at the very bottom. Insert the "pin" through the slider and into the "box". Pull [...]

A roof end vent is a mesh insert with a roll-up cover. This vent provides ventilation for the canopy.

Frame Fittings The connector or coupling for rafters, spacers, and vertical support poles.

Spring pole The spring pole acts as an anchoring post for the side skirts and ground pole. It attaches to a bracket on the trailer at each end of the canopy. The foot base is spring loaded so it rides up and down depending on the weight in the trailer and the terrain.

Storefront A Storefront style roof is available on fully enclosed canopies. The rafters create a peak which gives more headroom and creates the illusion of more space. The removable triangular shaped storefront allows for better graphics visibility from the ground than a standard slope roof.

Extension Wrap A standard extension follows the line of the trailer (curbside or roadside). A wrap "turns the corner" around the front or rear of the trailer. It terminates on the opposite side. The photo shows a "rear extension wrap" turning the corner on the lift gate end of a semi.

Horizontal Brace Used on cantilevered canopy frames, a horizontal brace stabilizes the rafter with a return to the trailer wall.

Half Height Skirt Poles with Adjustable Collars Horizontal aluminum poles used to hang half height skirts. They also serve as supporting "window sills" for zip down windows. Height is adjustable.

Roadside Mount Standard canopies mount onto the Curbside or Roadside of the trailer. A Roadside mount goes on the driver's side of the trailer, facing the street. Sometimes referred to as a street side mount.

Instant Shelter Another term for pop-up or portable canopy. These freestanding tents set up quickly with little or no assembly required. Sizes range from 5' x 5' to 10' x 20'. Custom printed covers are available. Larsens, Inc. is an authorized KD Kanopy distributor.

Flooring Flexible flooring like the Kiwi tiles shown here provide a clean, dry non-skid surface. Available as interlocking tiles or on rolls, this flooring can be transported to any event. Standard and custom colors are available. Great for outdoor use.  

Mobile Marketing Mobile Marketing refers to a broad array of branding practices deployed on-site at events frequented by potential customers. The key insight of mobile marketing is that companies should be where their target customers are. A great example that most people are familiar with is the traveling Oscar Mayer car that shows up at [...]

Portico Style Entry Unique entryways beckon people into your canopy or tent. This domed portico entryway is installed along the face of a storefront style canopy.

Duo-Tone Fabric Our Duo-Tone fabric is fire retardant and UV protected. Black on one side and white on the other this unique material serves multiple purposes. The canopy can be built with the white facing out (to reflect the heat) and the black facing in. The dark inside surface enhances monitor viewing. Flip the fabric over [...]

Foot Base - Adjustable Vertical support poles are fitted with adjustable foot bases. The multiple adjustments help level the canopy on uneven surfaces. Spring poles (attached to each end of the trailer) adjust automatically depending on the weight of the trailer.  

Mesh Roof Ends For ventilation - can be removable and interchangeable with solid ends. Mesh roof end with 25% air flow.

Privacy Skirts Please see "Half Height Skirts". For years we used the term "privacy skirts" to identify the 1/2 height skirts installed around the perimeter of a canopy. In an effort to be more descriptive and less confusing we will now refer to the lower 1/2 skirts as "Half Height" skirts.

Canopy and Frame Terminology Canopies and canopy frames are built out of many parts. Here is a layout of some of the major components.

Rafter Ring Also called a "pad eye". The ring is attached to the trailer. The end of the rafter hooks into this ring.

Cantilevered Canopy A cantilevered style frame or canopy uses horizontal braces and creates unobstructed clearance under the canopy. This style typically does not have skirts. Also called a Suspended Canopy.

Rise Above Canopy The frame rises above the trailer roof line before sloping to outer eave. Used when trailer is too short to provide proper slope for watershed. Available on Cantilevered and Fully Enclosed canopies.

Projection The distance (horizontally) that the canopy projects out from the trailer.

Observation Deck Canopy A trailer top canopy that offers a premier vantage point for viewing events. Also a prime place for corporate logos that can seen from great distances. Printable observation deck skirts are also available.

Mounting Hardware Hardware that is attached to the trailer for canopy and frame installation.

Half Height Skirts Half height skirts create a perimeter barrier while allowing visibility into the canopy. These skirts can be individual or continuous. Individual skirts hang separately between each vertical support pole. Continuous skirts are connected with zippers and hide the vertical support poles. Half height skirts are sometimes referred to as "privacy skirts", "pony walls" or "bally curtains".

Bolt-rope Also called Keder or bead, bolt-rope is used to attach a canopy to a trailer and is sewn to the canopy roof. The bolt-rope is fed into the "C" track along the roof line of the trailer. On a standard setup, the bolt-rope is sewn to the canopy. For ease of installation, it can [...]

Tie Down Attached to the canopy's outer eave at each rafter to add stability to the canopy. The tie downs can be secured to the ground with stakes or lashed to weights (water barrels, cinder blocks etc.)

Keder The official name is "bolt-rope" and some refer to it as the "bead". It is located along the top edge of the canopy roof and  fed into the "C" track along the roof line of the trailer. On a standard setup, the bolt-rope is sewn to the canopy. For ease of installation, it can [...]

Goose-neck Trailer Set-up Even short trailers such as goose-necks can accommodate our canopies. You simply add a "rise above" to create an elevated rear eave. The photo shows the "open frame" method (left end) and "tilt-up panel" method (right side).

Slide-Out / Slide-Out cover Also called a "Pop-Out". Part of the trailer that slides out to extend to interior. These are often covered with a "Slide-Out cover" similar to a small canopy.

Windows A window is a cut-out in a full skirt, usually filled with clear vinyl. Windows are either rectangular, rounded rectangular or domed. A standard window is permanently sewn in but, can be ordered with zippers along the top and down both sides. Other options include interior roll-up covers, faux panes, solid acrylic and tinting.

Corral Skirt A corral skirt is a ground-level barrier used to surround an outdoor area adjacent to a trailer. Also see the Easy Show System. Click picture or above link to view. Easy Show System

Roof End The roof end is the triangular shaped piece that caps off the canopy roof at each end. It is typically sewn to the roof and is the same color. Contrasting colors are an option. When canopy extensions are used, the roof end becomes removable with a zipper flap. Roof ends are also referred [...]

Underlay A second layer of fabric around the outer perimeter of a canopy roof. This additional layer reinforces the roof at critical stress areas which extends the life of the canopy. The canopy underlay is a standard feature on all Larsens, Inc. canopies.

Quick Pin A locking pin inserted into holes in the frame to join two pieces together.

Soil Skirt The soil skirt is a 10" to 15" vinyl piece sewn onto the bottom of a full skirt or privacy skirt. It is intended to lay an inch or two on the ground to prevent dirt from blowing into the canopy. It also reduces wear on the skirts. Soil skirts are typically black [...]

Length The canopy length is the measurement along the trailer. Typically the length at the outer eave (away from the trailer) is the same as the length at the trailer.

Pole Storage Bag Pole bags are a convenient way to organize your frame poles and foot bases for safe keeping. They are not, however, intended to store frame rafters. These bags are made of heavy duty vinyl with double layer reinforced ends, lengthwise zippers and handles on the ends. Standard sizes range from 10" diameter [...]

Spinnaker End A spinnaker end is attached to the trailer end of each rafter. The spring loaded hook is cocked using a cable that runs thru the rafter. The hook snaps into the rafter ring securing the rafter to the trailer.

Tube Storage Bag Long tubular bag for canopy storage. The tube bag is used in conjunction with a zippered bolt rope strip and is made to the length of the canopy. It serves two purposes. To lay the canopy out lengthwise on the trailer roof during installation. During tear-down it is laid out on the [...]

Rain Drains with Spouts Located between the rafters & towards the outer face of the canopy, these drains help prevent water from accumulating on top of the canopy which could cause damage. The spouts need to be deployed and free of obstructions when rain threatens. They can be rolled and stored in the convenient pouch [...]

Prefeeder Mounting hardware that helps guide the bolt-rope into the awning rail or "C" channel.

Extension Back The backdrop of an extension that reaches from the roof to the valance. On a tapered extension, it is shaped like a triangle. On a straight back rafter extension, it is rectangular in shape. Extension back skirts zip to the extension back.

Awning Rail Also called "C" channel, "C" track or trailer track. Holds the bolt rope or keder and keeps the canopy attached to the trailer.

Crowd Control Barriers A crowd control barrier is a set of stand-alone half height skirts. These are typically used to define a workspace or relaxation area. The barriers also provide a great place for signage. Also see the Easy Show System. Click picture or above link to view. Easy Show System

Wired Rafters Frame rafters can be wired internally for 110v or 220v receptacles. Pneumatic tubing can also be threaded through the rafters to deliver compressed air or other gasses.

Canopy Storage & Shipping Bag Our canopy and canopy skirts come with heavy duty vinyl storage shipping bags. These bags include a repair kit sewn inside one of the flaps and clear vinyl windows on the outside for shipping and identification labels. Each bag has two handles on each end and zippers to open and [...]

Cocktail Strap Canopies with zippered bolt rope strips include a "cocktail strap". This strap relieves stress on the bolt rope zipper when zipping or unzipping the roof. Simply attach the hook to the end rafter ring. As you zip or unzip the canopy, the weight is borne by the cocktail strap and not the teeth [...]