All Extreme Marquees NZ canopy fabrics are manufactured using fabrics tested to CPAI-84, the internationally recognised California canopy and fabric flammability standard adopted by commercial marquee manufacturers worldwide. Our canopies are not fireproof — no fabric is — but they are manufactured to resist ignition and limit flame spread, which is a critical distinction for public events and emergency deployments.

Under the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act 2017 and the NZ Building Code Clause C (Protection from Fire), event organizers have a duty to manage fire risk for temporary structures. A certified fire-retardant canopy is typically a baseline requirement for event permits involving public gatherings.

• CPAI-84 tested fabric on all commercial canopies (X5, X6, X7 ranges)
• Written fire retardancy certificate available on request for any order
• Certificate includes fabric type, test standard and batch reference
• Required by most NZ councils for public event marquee permits
• Required documentation for most public liability insurance claims

• CPAI-84
  Flame resistance standard for canopies & awnings. Measures ignition resistance and flame spread rate across canopy fabric panels.
• BS 5867 Pt 2 Type B
  British standard for flame retardant fabrics. Widely referenced by NZ councils and insurers as acceptable certification for temporary structures.
• NFPA 701
  US National Fire Protection standard for flame propagation of textiles and films. Additional test reference for high-specification procurement tenders.

New Zealand sits in one of the most wind-active countries in the world. Our commercial-grade aluminium frames — the X6 Velocity and X7 Tectonic — are engineered and internally tested against the requirements of AS/NZS 1170.2 Wind Actions, the standard used by NZ structural engineers for wind load calculation on temporary and permanent structures.

It's important to note that wind performance is always a function of the frame and its anchoring system working together. An unanchored or improperly anchored marquee will fail well below its frame design rating. Our anchoring guide (included with every commercial order) specifies the minimum anchor requirements per frame size and wind zone.

• X6 Velocity: 45mm hexagonal aluminium with alloy connectors
• X7 Tectonic: 57mm hexagonal aluminium — NZ's strongest folding frame we supply
• Product spec sheets available for all commercial frames
• Referrals available to NZ-registered structural engineers for site-specific sign-off
• X5 True Blue: 45mm steel — suitable for Low–Medium NZ wind zones with correct anchoring

• AS/NZS 1170.2
  Wind Actions standard. Used by NZ structural engineers to calculate wind loads on structures. Our commercial frames are referenced against this standard in product specifications.
• NZ Wind Zones: Low to Very High
  NZ building regulations define Low, Medium, High and Very High wind zones. All Extreme Marquees NZ commercial frames are suitable for Low–High zones with correct anchoring. Very High zones require additional engineering assessment.
• 6005-T5 Aluminium Alloy
  X6 and X7 frames use 6005-T5 extruded aluminium — the same alloy grade specified for commercial construction applications. Corrosion resistant, lightweight and high strength-to-weight ratio.

A marquee is only as safe as its anchoring system. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, any person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) — which includes event organizers, commercial operators and employers — has a duty to identify and manage the risks posed by temporary structures on their worksite or event. An unanchored or incorrectly anchored marquee in NZ wind conditions is a foreseeable risk that creates HSWA liability.

We include a detailed anchoring guide with every commercial marquee order. Every frame size has a minimum anchor specification. We also supply the anchoring hardware — ground pegs, auger anchors, HDPE ballast weights and ratchet tie-down kits — so there's no guesswork.

• Minimum 4-point anchoring required on all commercial installations
• Ground peg anchors: 250mm minimum spiral peg through base plate hole
• Ballast weights: HDPE fillable weights — minimum 15kg per leg recommended
• Auger anchors: for firm or compressed ground where pegs won't penetrate
• Additional anchoring required for beach, exposed coastal or elevated sites
• WorkSafe NZ compliant anchoring guide included with every commercial order

• HSWA 2015 — PCBU Obligations
  Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, event organizers and business operators have a duty to eliminate or minimise risk from temporary structures. Correct anchoring is the primary risk control for marquees.
• WorkSafe NZ — Temporary Structures
  WorkSafe NZ guidance on temporary structures at events notes that all temporary shelters must be secured against weather and wind loads appropriate to the site. Anchoring specifications must be documented and available on site.
• Anchoring Hardware Available
  Ground pegs, auger anchors, HDPE ballast weights and tie-down ratchet kits are all available as accessories with any Extreme Marquees NZ order.

When a NZ council event coordinator asks for "proof the marquee meets fire safety requirements," or your public liability insurer asks for a "structural specification sheet," or WorkSafe NZ asks for a "safe work method statement for temporary structures" — you need the right paperwork, not a website screenshot or a product listing PDF.

For all commercial-grade orders (X5, X6, X7), Extreme Marquees NZ can supply a documentation package that covers the most common compliance requirements for NZ councils, insurers and event managers. Request it at the time of order or contact our team for any existing product in your fleet.

• Fire retardancy certificate (CPAI-84 or BS 5867 reference, per canopy batch)
• Product specification sheet (frame materials, dimensions, weight-bearing data)
• Anchoring guide with minimum anchor specifications per frame size
• Safe use and deployment guide (for WorkSafe NZ safe work method statements)
• Referral to NZ structural engineers for site-specific engineering sign-off (where required)

Building Act 2004 note: Under the Building Act 2004, temporary structures over 50m² used for a public gathering may require a building consent or a Schedule 1 exemption, depending on the structure's configuration, duration of use and occupant load. We recommend checking with your local council before erecting large marquees at public events. We can provide the structural documentation your council will need.

• Building Act 2004 (NZ)
  Governs when temporary structures require building consent. Structures >50m² for public gatherings often require consent or a Schedule 1 exemption. We supply the structural data councils request.
• Fire and Emergency NZ Act 2017
  FENZ can require fire retardancy documentation at events. Our certificates reference CPAI-84 and include batch-level fabric references for verification.
• Public Liability Insurance
  Many NZ public liability insurers require a fire retardancy certificate and product specification sheet for marquees used at covered events. We supply both on request.

Yes. All Extreme Marquees NZ canopies are manufactured using fabrics tested to CPAI-84 — the internationally recognised flame resistance standard for canopy and awning fabrics. We can supply a written fire retardancy certificate on request for any commercial-grade order (X5, X6, X7). This certificate includes the test standard reference and fabric batch information, and is accepted by most NZ councils and public liability insurers as evidence of compliance.

• X5 True Blue - individual certificates for 3x3m, 3x4.5m and 3x6m sizes
• X6 Velocity - certified across all sizes from 1.5x1.5m to 3x6m
• X7 Tectonic- individual certificates for 3x3m-3x6m and 4x4m-4x6m size groups
• Q8 Quasar - certified
• CS Classic Summit - certified

In many cases, yes. Under the Building Act 2004, temporary structures used for a public gathering may require a building consent or a Schedule 1 exemption, depending on the floor area (typically structures over 50m²), the expected number of occupants, and the duration of use. Requirements vary between territorial authorities — we strongly recommend checking with your local council before any public event. We supply the structural documentation councils request to support your application.

Our commercial aluminium frames (X6 Velocity and X7 Tectonic) are engineered and internally tested against the requirements of AS/NZS 1170.2 Wind Actions. With correct anchoring to our specification, they are designed to perform in NZ Low to High wind zones. No pop-up folding marquee should be used in Very High wind zones without a site-specific structural engineering assessment. We recommend all marquees be taken down if wind conditions are forecast to exceed the site's design wind speed — regardless of frame grade. We can provide a product specification sheet with wind-relevant data on request.

For WorkSafe NZ compliance, we can supply: a fire retardancy certificate (CPAI-84), a product specification sheet showing frame materials and construction, an anchoring requirements guide with minimum anchor specifications per frame size and surface type, and a safe use and deployment guide. These documents cover the typical information required for a Safe Work Method Statement under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. For complex or high-occupancy installations, we can refer you to NZ-registered structural engineers for a site-specific assessment.

CPAI-84 is a flame resistance standard developed by the California Promotional Products Association and widely adopted internationally for promotional and event canopy fabrics. It measures a fabric's resistance to ignition and rate of flame spread. It is not a fireproof certification — it means the fabric resists catching fire from a small ignition source and limits how quickly flame spreads across the surface. Most NZ councils that specify "fire retardant" marquee canopies accept CPAI-84 as the reference standard, as do many NZ public liability insurers. We can provide a written certificate referencing this standard with any commercial order.

All marquees used in commercial, event or public-facing settings in NZ must be securely anchored at a minimum of four points. On grass or soil: use 250mm minimum spiral ground pegs through each base plate hole, driven at 45° away from the frame. On hard surfaces (concrete, pavers, decking): use HDPE ballast weights with a minimum of 15kg per leg for a 3x3m frame, and 20kg+ for larger units. On compressed or clay ground: use auger anchors for greater pull-out resistance. A full anchoring guide is included with every commercial order, and anchoring hardware is available as accessories. Contact our team on 0800 424 313 for site-specific anchoring advice.

Yes. We supply marquees to NZ government agencies, local councils, NZDF units, Fire & Emergency NZ, St John Ambulance NZ, and regional health providers with full compliance documentation packages. This includes fire retardancy certificates, product specification sheets, anchoring guides and safe use documentation. We can also accommodate purchase order processing, GST invoicing, and agency-specific branding to Pantone-matched standards. Contact our team to discuss standing supplier arrangements or large fleet orders.