Timber Post Mounted Shelters are a versatile solution, perfect for everything from housing dairy cows to creating offsite manufacturing spaces for relocatable houses. These shelters are all about flexibility and practicality. Our team works closely with you to design a shelter that fits your exact needs, and every structure is proudly manufactured right here in New Zealand.

Built to meet the latest building code (AS/NZS 1170.2:2021) and engineered to your site-specific requirements, these shelters are designed to perform. Plus, compared to traditional steel structures, the benefits really stack up:

GALLERY

Common applications:

Composting barns

Wintering barns

Covered feedpads

Warehousing

Timber storage

Offsite manufacturing

Construction site compounds

DO YOU NEED SIDECLADDING?

It can be beneficial to enclose the sides of your post mounted SmartShelter to provide extra protection against the weather. We supply a range of side cladding options for your SmartShelter, including:

SmartShield fabric
Mesh fabric
Corrugated iron

WHY SMARTSHELTERS ARE THE SMART CHOICE

PROUDLY NEW ZEALAND MADE

Built in Auckland to withstand New Zealand’s extreme weather conditions, our canopy shelters deliver trusted performance with local support and a fast turnaround. We’re here for the long term—offering quick repairs, expert service, and quality that can’t be beaten.

100+ YEARS OF EXPERTISE

As New Zealand’s first shelter manufacturer, we bring over a century of experience. Our in-depth industry knowledge ensures you receive personalised support and the perfect shelter tailored to your needs.

INDUSTRY-LEADING 12-YEAR WARRANTY

Our 12-year warranty is the longest in the market and covers both the container cover and frame against manufacturing defects. We use only premium materials to ensure durability and reliability under New Zealand conditions, giving you peace of mind that our container shade structures deliver long-term value.

ENGINEERED TO AUS/NZ 1170:2:2021

SmartShelters meet the latest engineering and industry standards, ensuring compliance with building codes and health and safety requirements. Designed for your exact location, whether in the far north or the deep south, our roofs for shipping container buildings provide quality shelter that you can depend on.

DURASTEEL - HIGH STRENGTH STEEL FRAMEWORK

We don’t cut corners on strength. Our main canopy hoop arches are built with premium C450-grade structural galvanised steel—square or rectangular profile—with a wall thickness of no less than 4mm. It’s engineered for maximum durability, with quality assurance that outperforms imported alternatives.

SMARTSHIELD® – THE WORLD’S BEST STRUCTURAL FABRIC

Exclusively available through SmartShelters, our SMARTSHIELD® structural fabric is the strongest and most robust shelter fabric on the New Zealand market. It’s 100% PVC-free and built for long-term performance in New Zealand’s toughest conditions. Don’t be misled by thickness alone—this premium-grade ripstop membrane is engineered for real strength, not just weight.

SMART RANGE – FLEXIBLE SIZES & CUSTOMISATION

SmartShelters offers the widest range of container shelters and canopies in New Zealand — with spans from 6m to 45m wide, any length, and multiple height options. As the only NZ manufacturer offering this level of quality and customisation for container domes, we make it easy to tailor your shelter to your exact requirements. Choose from an unmatched range of add-ons and upgrades to create a structure that grows with your needs.

Sizes

There is a range of sizes available in differing side heights. The average side height is between 2.8m - 4m. For any higher than that, we recommend mounting with Steel Posts.

The widths can range between 6m - 35m x any length. The increments between the posts are usually 5m, but custom lengths are available. Custom arch heights are also available if required. Please speak to us about any customisation that is needed.

3 METER SIDE HEIGHT OPTIONS:

Products

Options & Add-Ons

All Products

Header Rail

Ripper

Side Eaves

Gutters, Liners & Downpipes

Process Steps

Order Confirmation signed and design deposit paid
SmartShelters’ Engineering Team provide the engineered design and a PS1. This usually takes two to three weeks.
SmartShelters can lodge a Building Consent on your behalf, or provide the engineering required for your team to process the Building Consent
Once Building Consent is received, SmartShelters starts manufacturing in our South Auckland facility. This usually takes six to ten weeks.
The SmartShelters Projects team will work with you on what preparations are required before we book the installation.
Follow manufacturing; SmartShelters deliver the product to the site and begin the installation.
Enjoy your new SmartShelter!