Tradewinds Tornado 2.8 and 4.2m Square Parasol
The Tradewinds Tornado is one of the very latest innovations from the world renown South African parasol manufacturers, combining high strength with contemporary design.
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It is the strongest parasol in our range, tested to an amazing Wind Force 11 (115Kmh) - enabling it to stay up far longer than any other parasol or awning on the UK market.
The benefits?
- made to provide outdoor shelter all year - giving you maximum possible use time
- made to give peace of mind - significantly reduces the need to watch windspeeds
- significantly reduces the chance of wind damage
The Tradewinds is very well priced compared to other large commercial grade parasols - AND you get the extra strength.
Product Specification
- Wind tested to Wind Force 11
- 304 stainless steel frame
- Frame reinforced with a sealed stell central core
- Supreme quality, fire retardant, waterproof 490g Ferrari PVC canopy
- Stainless steel in-ground base included in the price
- Available in 2.8 or 4.2m square
- Horizontal cross wire for maximum strength
- Can be removed and stored
- Heat can be added as an optional extra
Canopy Colours
- White canopy colour is standard - kept in stock
- Cream will be stocked from 05/09/2008
- Special colour options are available on special order - see prices below
- Grey, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow
- High quality printing of company or brand logos aslo available - please call for details
Heat and Light Options
Lighting - optional extra
- set of 4 lights fitted into the apex OR
- set of 4 white Solamagic halogen spot lights (4 x 50W) for fitting onto the centre pole - can be fitted retrospectively or integrated prior to installation
NB GU10 bulbs (easily available at local stores) not included with lights as too fragile for bulk deliveries. Cabling is required and wiring needs to be completed by your electrician
Heating - optional extra top quality Solamagic, German heaters that are made to last!
- set of 2 heaters (2x1.4kW) for the 2.8m parasol - requires cabling
- set of 4 heaters (2x1.4kW) for the 4.2m parasol - requires cabling
We believe these are the best on the market - well worth investing in their longevity and quality:
- highly efficient, infra red radiation that heats up a surface NOT the air
- noiselss and odour free
- easy to install
- up to 5,000 hrs of lamp life
- IP 24 rated
- excellent quality materials and finish
Add some Cabling to complete your heating and lighting requirements
- white cabling with Hirschmann coupler
- buy in 10m sections below
Installation
We provide full instructions on how to install the parasol and will happily work with your electrician on the electrical fitting if required.
The Tornado should only be installed with the supplied inground base, fitted into the concrete footing:
- 2.8m sq 0.8m3 footing
- 4.2m sq 1.0m3 footing
| Size | 2.8m | 4.2m | |
| Shape | Square | Square | |
| Pole Diameter | 63mm | 76mm | |
| Head Clearance | 2057mm | 2340mm | |
| Total Height | 2990mm | 3490mm | |
| Shade Area | 7.84m2 | 17.64m2 |
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Price: From £3,082.00 to £3,694.68 (incl. VAT) change












