The spectacular growth of padel in France is prompting many clubs, local authorities, and investors to take the next step: covering their courts or creating an indoor complex to allow year-round play. Between technical requirements, FFT standards, ten-year warranties, and climatic constraints, consulting experts is essential.

Three French companies stand out today in the market for construction and covering of padel courts : ACS, Lauralu Industry et SMC2Each offers a specific approach, different materials and expertise adapted to projects ranging from the simplest to the most ambitious.

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ACS: the turnkey solution, 100% French

Based in France and specializing in sports facilities, ACS has established itself as a recognized player in the construction and covering of padel courts.
His approach is based on the turnkey : study, design, framing, roofing, installation. The proposed structures comply with the FFT templates and applicable standards, including Eurocodes.

ACS offers two main types of structures:

  • galvanized steelrobust and durable,
  • laminated woodappreciated for its natural integration into urban or wooded environments.

ACS's strengths:

  • ten-year warranty,
  • Roofing membranes are guaranteed for up to 25 years, depending on the supplier.
  • Quick assembly without soil damage.
  • certification process QualiSport et PQT.

An ideal solution for clubs seeking a proven manufacturer and quick installation, regardless of the climate.

Contact ACS:
Tel.: +33(0)2 40 45 94 94 – contact@acs-production.com

LAURALU Industrie: Modularity and metal-textile construction at the service of padel

For more than 20 years, Lauralu Industry designs and installs metal-textile structures throughout the country. Based in the Southwest, the company is now one of the leading French specialists in modular buildings, available new or used, for sale or rent.

For padel, Lauralu offers a very wide range of covers, allowing each project to be adapted to:

  • the aesthetics of the site,
  • climatic constraints,
  • the budget,
  • the needs for modularity.

The buildings comply with the standards FFT Padelbenefit from ten-year guaranteeand comply with the rules NV65 (snow and wind), essential in many French regions.

Lauralu supports the clubs of from design to installation, to guarantee a functional and usable covered space all year round.

Contact Lauralu:
Phone. : +33 5 61 68 47 68 - contact@lauralu.fr - www.lauralu.com

SMC2: Expertise in sports halls and high-end glass solutions

Based near Lyon and boasting over 20 years of experience, SMC2 is today one of the European leaders in sports and leisure spaces. The company distinguishes itself through a unique architectural approach, blending wood frame et textile membrane.

Particularly renowned for its indoor tennis courts, SMC2 is now applying its expertise to padel with... glazed indoor complex hallsThe concept is based on glazed palisades used both as play walls and as building facades.

Advantages of the SMC2 solution:

  • exceptional natural light
  • controlled acoustics,
  • harmonious integration into the environment,
  • visibility to the outside (open space effect),
  • permanent building meeting all French standards.

This high-end approach is attracting more and more clubs wishing to offer a premium experience, close to international standards.

Contact SMC2:
contact@smc2-construction.com

What solution should I choose to cover my padel courts?

The choice will depend on several criteria:

  • environment (urban, rural, snowy area…),
  • overall budget,
  • sophisticated aesthetic
  • need for modularity,
  • installation speed,
  • type of clientele (leisure, padel school, competition).

In all cases, covering the fields increases attendance, optimizes profitability and ensures year-round practice, regardless of the weather.

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