Bubble Wrap Insulation Supports for Greenhouse

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  1. Dobbin26

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    Whilst insulating my Rhino greenhouse recently, I found that the plastic fixings weren't fitting well due to the heavier construction of the Rhino. In particular, the corner and end frame supports were slipping off due to the weight of the polythene. Whilst rummaging in an old box of fittings, I came across an end support which was purchased in the 80's or 90's by a company called Heron plastics Ltd. A Google search shows this company no longer exists. As you can see on the attached image, the gap and angle of the area that slides over the frame is smaller therefore gripping better. I have also tried a number of the usual 'cheaper' options. I contacted Rhino but they have only suggested using cropped head bolts within the frame channels which does address the issue of the corners or roof ends. Does anyone know of a company that produces a clip(s) more suited? 20251231_101943.jpg 20251231_101915.jpg 20251231_103201.jpg
     
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    My insulated greenhouse is a different make and uses clips like this

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      I use the same as @JWK but they weren't so good for the end frames, so I bought some bulldog clips which work well.
       
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      Not the cheapest but Two Wests did a wide range of greenhouse fixtures and fittings. I have a vague recollection that they may have merged with another company. Worth checking out.
       
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      Two Wests and Elliot merged with Gardening Naturally late in the 2024. I'm not sure of the first one still maintains their own website?
       
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      I think you will find @NigelJ put up the Two Wests website link in post #3.
       
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      I took a quick peak and the price of their automatic openers is far lower than here. Wish I was closer ...

      I have clips similar to @JWK except they are one piece and they are sold by Palram.

      They slot into the channel of the metal supports and a quick twist locks them in place.
       
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        Many thanks for suggestions. I'll have another look at these and see what's best
         
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