Procity has been manufacturing urban shelters for more than 35 years and is happy to offer town councils and businesses a selection of outdoor smoking shelters. Whether you are looking for a smoking shelter or an outdoor ashtray, we have a range of products to suits your needs. You will be able to choose between different shapes, colours and finishes to meet all your requirements.
Just pick and choose the smoking area better suited to your needs and to the public or private space which layout you are managing.
We are experts at designing and manufacturing the best outdoor shelters and ashtrays for smoking areas. We love making aesthetically pleasing products for our customers, while ensuring that we put the greatest care into our products’ quality. When it comes to strength and durability, we make it so our equipment can withstand outdoor wear and tear as well as the weather.
UK Legislation Compliance
In the UK, smoking shelters must comply with the "50% rule" to be legally considered "outdoors" and exempt from the smoke-free legislation. This means no more than 50% of the sides can be enclosed. Our range of smoking shelters is specifically designed to meet these compliance standards while offering maximum weather protection for users.
Cleanliness & Vaping
Cigarette litter is a major issue for facility managers. Integrated cigarette bins and stubbing plates are essential additions. With the rise of vaping, many businesses are creating combined "Smoking & Vaping" zones. Providing a shelter encourages staff and visitors to keep away from main entrances, maintaining a professional façade for your building.
FAQ
Does a vaping shelter need to comply with the 50% rule ?
Technically, vaping is not covered by the Smoke-free (Premises and Enforcement) Regulations 2006 in the same way tobacco is. However, many companies choose to apply the same rules or segregate vapers from smokers. Using a compliant shelter covers all bases.
What size shelter do I need ?
A good rule of thumb is to allocate approximately 1 square metre per person for comfort, though capacity can be higher for short stays. Consider your peak times (e.g., lunch breaks) when calculating the required size.
Can I place a smoking shelter anywhere ?
You should consider ventilation and proximity to building entrances. It is generally recommended to place shelters at least 1.5m to 2m away from windows or air intakes to prevent smoke drifting back into the building.
How do I clean the shelter ?
Our shelters are made of glass/polycarbonate and powder-coated steel. They can be cleaned with a pressure washer (at low setting) or simply with water and a mild detergent. Regular emptying of cigarette bins is crucial to prevent fire hazards and odours.
Are the shelters resistant to wind ?
Yes, they are engineered structures. However, they must be anchored to a substantial concrete base. We provide the wind loading specifications, but the installer must ensure the foundation is adequate for the local wind conditions.
Are you looking for an urban shelter? An ashtray from an existing line? Bespoke products? Our know-how enables us to deliver top of the line products to meet your project’s requirements. Just reach out to find out more.
