Cambridge Canopies have successfully completed the installation of a Simplicity 35 commercial canopy at a primary school in Mendlesham, replacing an ageing shelter with a robust and modern alternative. The new structure provides a cost-effective solution that will serve pupils and staff for decades to come, backed by a 10-year manufacturer guarantee and a minimum 60-year life expectancy.

Cambridge Canopies specialise in the survey and installation of aluminium canopies for education and public-sector sites across the East of England. Their team combines neat detailing with tidy, well-planned site work, and they specify Milwood Group systems to deliver long-lasting, low-maintenance results for schools and community settings.

As a trusted Milwood Group Trade Partner, Cambridge Canopies specialise in the supply and installation of aluminium verandas, canopies, and carports across East Anglia. Their commitment to quality and precision ensures every project is completed to the highest standards, supporting schools, homes, and businesses with durable outdoor living solutions.

The Mendlesham Primary School project saw the old canopy replaced with a new 6.5m x 6m Simplicity 35 system, designed to deliver lasting protection and improved aesthetics. Constructed in RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey (Fine Textured) and finished with 35mm opal polycarbonate roof panels, the canopy provides excellent light diffusion, UV protection, and year-round weather resistance.

This upgrade not only enhances the school’s outdoor space but also improves safety and accessibility, ensuring pupils and staff can move comfortably between classrooms and recreation areas even during poor weather.

The Simplicity 35 is one of Milwood Group’s most heavy-duty systems, engineered to withstand high wind and snow loads. Its integrated gutter design and dual gasket system ensure efficient drainage and reliable weatherproofing, ideal for schools, public buildings, and commercial spaces requiring long-term outdoor coverage.

The canopy was securely installed using in-ground posts and precision bolting for added stability, ensuring long-term durability with minimal maintenance. Its fully aluminium structure, coupled with Milwood’s Qualicoat Seaside 7-stage pre-treatment powder coating process, guarantees resistance against corrosion and wear, even in exposed environments.

The result is a strong, low-maintenance shelter that provides both function and style, helping the school maintain a clean, modern appearance while improving usability of outdoor areas in all seasons.

Delivering projects across Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and neighbouring counties, Cambridge Canopies provide measured surveys, clear proposals and professional installation of Milwood Group systems for schools and public-sector sites. If you are a contractor or retailer interested in supplying our systems, speak to Milwood Group about Trade Partner support and pricing.

Milwood Group supports Trade Partners like Cambridge Canopies with comprehensive CAD drawings, dedicated account management, and fully UK-manufactured aluminium systems. Every product is designed, extruded, and powder-coated in Britain, ensuring quality and consistency across every project.

We also provide:

• Full 5-page CAD drawings for every order
• Bespoke design support for unique applications
• In-house powder coating with Qualicoat Seaside specification
• Unbranded marketing and technical resources

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