Abstract: In recent years, membrane structure has been used in some large building including some famous stadiums. In terms of classification, grading and performance analyzation, R & D status of membrane at home and abroad were introduced in this article. The authors also pointed out that it is essential for domestic building-purpose membrane makers to strengthen product design, production process control and performance evaluation.

Key words: membrane structure; building-purpose; PVC coated polyester fabric; PTFE coated glass fiber fabric; performance evaluation