Portable Garage Shelters for Welding

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Seems like these are getting really popular around here for people who don't have enough space to put their car or boat inside during the winter.I am wondering if anyone is using one of these for welding projects.  I am running out of room in my shop and I was thinking one of these might work as a screen to keep from arc-flashing visitors as well as a wind barrier for mig and tig.I wonder how well the fabric on these shelters would stand up to grinder sparks and welding spatter.  I don't expect they would survive arc-air gouging or O/A cutting though.Also has anyone heard of one of these shelters with a fabric which is suitable for use as a welding shelter?  Looking for something cheap until I get a bigger shop."The reason we are here is that we are not all there"SA 200Idealarc TM 300 300MM 200MM 25130a SpoolgunPrecision Tig 375Invertec V350 ProSC-32 CS 12 Wire FeederOxweld/Purox O/AArcAirHypertherm Powermax 85LN25
Reply:I've tried a few of these shelters for equipment. The tarps last maybe 2-years. For some reason they are not UV protected! Last one I kept the tube frame, and built some trusses and put a metal roof on it, with 3/4-inch plywood on the sides.Don’t pay any attention to meI’m just a hobbyist!CarlDynasty 300V350-Pro w/pulseSG Spool gun1937 IdealArc-300PowerArc 200ST3 SA-200sVantage 400
Reply:I've used one to cover things and agree the tarps don't last long.  I really don't think they would be useable for a welding shop.  Can't see it standing up to grinding and welding splatter.
Reply:You could always set up welding screens to direct the sparks into. Might need a lot of fire extinguishers.
Reply:Check a awning shop.  I get the heavy duck used for pup tents I think it is called drab olive cotton duck. I use it for welding blankets and it is water Highly, resistance, perhaps water proof..  It will loose it flame resistance in the weather,  It holds its water resistance well over time.  However it will be cheaper than a ready made canvas or welding blanket.  If the fire retardant wears off,   then it will smolder forever.  You can re-treat it. It has an extremely strong smell when new.
Reply:I have had one set up at Dad's house for probably 6-7 years now and it is great storage.Disclaimer; "I am just an a$$hole welder, don't take it personally ."
Reply:Originally Posted by CEPI've tried a few of these shelters for equipment. The tarps last maybe 2-years. For some reason they are not UV protected!.
Reply:I still have the tubular frame from a larger SUV/pickup truck model from a popular brand that I used before. The tarp didn't last 12 months before catastrophic failure (the location was a bit gusty, to be fair). I would recommend reinforcing with extra fabric or off-the-shelf tarps along the ridge, as that area chafes. The ridge seems to be a weak point.I'm going to put my frame back together and put something more solid on it. I'm thinking of strapping it horizontally and then attaching corrugated steel over the whole thing, except one gable end. Maybe I'll use a heavy tarp on that side so I can pull it up and park a vehicle inside.My $.02