The distinctive ‘barrel’ shape of what will become the iconic roof of Everton’s new stadium is visible for the first time on three sides as the west stand steelwork connects to the previously installed north and south stand roofs.
Steel sections that form the roof curvature at Everton Stadium are now complete on top of the west stand and the result can be viewed by dramatic aerial shots released by the club. These barrel sections support the upper-level terracing of the bowl, providing lateral restraint and spreading the permanent load into the main structure.
They will also support a series of cantilevering trusses, each up to 60m long, which will be assembled pitchside at ground level and support the steel canopy that extends and spans over the top of the seating. The whole installation process will be repeated in the east stand, where the initial barrel sections will start soon, before three tiers of perforated steel cladding will be added to complete the exterior.
