Safety & best practice
Does an inflatable screen really hold up in the wind?
Yes — within one clear, stated limit: winds of up to 38 km/h (6 on the Beaufort scale), for both the airtight and blower ranges. And one golden rule always applies: beyond that, we deflate. Here’s how to set up a safe screening.
Describe my site and get a quoteWhat makes an inflatable screen safe
Wind stability isn’t something you can simply decree: it stems from the design, the ballast and good practice on the day.
Airtight: flexible in the wind
The TPU frame bends under strong gusts rather than breaking, then springs back into place. It is this flexibility that protects the screen and the public.
Blower: constant tension
Giant screens with a permanent blower keep their tension through a continuous airflow — same service limit: 38 km/h (6 Beaufort).
Ballasting and mooring
Each screen is secured using ropes stretched at right angles, with appropriate ballast placed on the ground: grass, tarmac, sand or stage flooring.
The information pack for your local authority
Dimensions, weight, installation, ballast: the technical specifications for each model are included in your safety documentation. Please request these when you request a quote.
How to organise a safe screening in 4 steps
Choose the range based on the location
Open, windy site: watch the gusts closely and take care with ballasting. Enclosed courtyard, indoor hall or a small group: the airtight range is enough and stays quiet.
Check the weather forecast
Check the forecast and the predicted gusts for the day before and the day itself, and have a backup plan or alternative date ready: that’s what seasoned organisers always do.
Ballast, anchor, mark out
Strings stretched at right angles, counterweights in place, clear space around the screen. The installation takes just a few dozen minutes, without the need for a crane.
The golden rule for the big day
If gusts exceed 38 km/h, deflate — a few minutes is all it takes, and a deflated screen is perfectly safe. Inflate it again once the wind has died down.
Wind, safety: your questions
How strong a wind can an inflatable screen withstand?
Our inflatable screens are rated for winds of up to 38 km/h (6 Beaufort), for both the airtight and blower ranges. Above that, we recommend deflating the screen as a precaution — that’s the advantage of an inflatable: it folds away in a matter of minutes.
What happens if there is a sudden gust of wind?
The inflatable structure is designed to bend in the wind rather than break, and then return to its original shape. This is the desired behaviour of a flexible structure, whereas a rigid structure would transmit the force until it breaks.
What documents are required for the town hall or the safety committee?
In practice, you will be asked to provide the technical specifications of the equipment and the organiser’s insurance certificate. We provide the technical specifications for the model — dimensions, weight, ballast, and assembly. Need a specific document for your application? Request it with your quote and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
And indoors — in a village hall or sports hall?
That’s what the airtight range is designed for: no permanent blower, so no operating noise. Simply check the ceiling height against the model’s overall height, and attach the technical data sheet to the room specifications.
Every site has its own challenges — tell us about yours
Prevailing wind, ground conditions, expected audience: describe your venue and we’ll recommend the safest setup, with a free quote within 24 hours.