I. Applicability

There's a significant difference between designing and constructing a greenhouse and a steel structure. The purpose of designing a steel structure is typically for use in factories or warehouses, where basic human needs are sufficient. However, designing and constructing a greenhouse is quite different. The key is to meet the normal needs of plants while satisfying human requirements. If a greenhouse design cannot meet the plant's requirements for light, temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide concentration, such a design is extremely flawed.

When designing greenhouse structures, it is essential to meet suitability requirements, which entails designing reasonable window openings and shading insulation systems. When designing roof windows, both the direction and the size of the windows must adhere to design specifications, not arbitrary choices. Additionally, considerations for cooling systems during summer heatwaves must be incorporated into the design. Furthermore, for an eco-friendly restaurant greenhouse, if polycarbonate panels are used on the roof, factors such as their leak-proofing and anti-aging properties must also be taken into account.

Durability

Greenhouse structures should meet functional requirements within their anticipated lifespan under normal maintenance conditions, meaning they must possess sufficient durability. For instance, the structure should not be compromised by factors such as rust in steel or heavy snow accumulation. To meet the durability requirements of greenhouses, high-quality materials must be selected. This includes choosing hot-dip galvanized steel frames for the greenhouse skeleton, UV-coated high-transparency polycarbonate panels for the glazing, aging-resistant and leak-proof film for the covering, and circular wire or aluminum foil shading nets for the shading cover, among others.