Inflatable building (IB) is an inflatable structure. The primary bearing elements are comprised of semi rigid arching tubes filled with compressed air.
Inflated arches filled with pressurised air are linked to each other as a unified structure thus comprising a building framework covered by membrane. The frame sub elements and membrane are manufactured of PVC coated elastomeric fabric and joined together by means of high frequency welding. All welded seams are air and water proof and have high tensile strength. All air filled tubes do not need ongoing pressurising. An air blower [compressor] with automatic switch maintains preset air pressure.
Depending on the type of framework there are two types of inflatable buildings: modular and one piece inflatable.