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Canopies. Awnings. Trellises.

Metal canopies and awnings, built to last — across every location.

Awnex engineers, manufactures, and installs prefabricated architectural branding elements, such as metal canopies (including single- and double-lane drive-thru canopies), awnings, and trellises, for the world’s leading restaurant, retail, and C-store brands. We deliver precision, consistency, and peace of mind from design through installation.

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Specified by leaders

The world's biggest names trust their brand to Awnex

  • Chick-Fil-A
  • Chipotle
  • Dunkin’
  • First Watch
  • In-N-Out
  • Jollibee
  • KFC
  • Long-John-Silvers
  • McDonalds
  • Panda Express
  • PDQ
  • Starbucks
  • Thorntons

As a leading architectural canopy supplier for large-scale commercial projects, when national brands need architectural systems that perform consistently at scale, they choose Awnex — because what gets designed is what gets built and delivered on time, every time.

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Engineered for the real world

Architectural systems built for scale

Every Awnex product is prefabricated to exact specifications before it reaches your job site. Our prefabricated, assembled-frame delivery combined with our in-house powder coating means that your installation is faster, cleaner, and exactly what you envisioned.

The right product for your needs

Purpose-built aluminum canopy systems designed for commercial exteriors. Engineered to your brand standards, prefabricated for precise, repeatable installation at every location.
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Durable, design-forward metal awning systems that protect brand identity from concept to completion. Fabricated with precision and consistency.
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Custom trellis systems that bring architectural ambition to exterior environments. Engineered for easy installation without compromising your design intent.
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Canopy, speaker cover, and clearance bar delivered as one coordinated package.
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Hale Automotive facility with black metal canopy awnings

Built for every stakeholder

Awnex is your partner from design to installation

  • Development Manager

    You’re responsible for getting locations open — on time, on brand, and without surprises. Awnex supports national rollout programs for custom aluminum canopies and commercial awnings across some of the most recognized restaurant and retail brands in the world. Our standardized processes and proven track record mean you can count on consistency and on-time delivery across every site, every time.
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  • Architects/Designers

    Execute your design the way you intended. Awnex works alongside architects and designers from early specification through final installation, providing engineering support, feasibility conversations, and manufacturing know-how to translate your canopy, awning, or trellis concept into reality without compromise.
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  • General Contractors

    You need materials that show up on time, fit right, and install without friction. Awnex products are prefabricated for easy installation and powder coated for durability. Engineered for the field, our products are also backed by responsive support to ensure on time completion.
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Everything you need to move forward

Resources for every stage of your project

  • Corner of a light brick restaurant with a dark aluminum canopy and wood-look soffit

    The Awnex Catalog

    Browse our full line of custom metal canopy, awning, and trellis systems with specs, finishes, and configuration options.
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  • McDonald's PlayPlace entrance with grey aluminum louver screens above a yellow fascia

    Success Stories

    See how Awnex has delivered for national brands across dozens of locations.
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Project gallery

Explore completed installations across the country — from QSR drive-throughs to flagship retail exteriors.
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PDQ restaurant with a green aluminum canopy over the drive-thru window

PDQ

Drive-Thru Canopy System

Aluminum trellis over a fenced restaurant patio set with green umbrellas

Starbucks

Metal Awning System

Biscuitville restaurant with dark red metal awnings over its windows and entrance

Biscuitville

Trellis System

Hooters restaurant lit at dusk behind orange aluminum louvers

Hooters

Canopy System

KFC restaurant exterior with a red and white metal canopy and signage

KFC

Entrance Canopy System

Panda Express restaurant exterior with a dark metal canopy and louvered screen

Panda Express

Canopy & Louvered Screen System

McDonald's entrance with a bright yellow aluminum canopy on a brick facade

McDonald's

Entrance Canopy System

Dunkin' drive-thru with an orange metal canopy over the menu board in winter

Dunkin'

Drive-Thru Canopy System

Floor & Decor storefront with orange metal awnings across the facade

Floor & Decor

Metal Awning System

Thorntons fuel station canopy illuminated at dusk

Thorntons

Fuel Canopy System

Pollo Tropical restaurant with a white aluminum trellis and patio railing

Pollo Tropical

Trellis & Railing System

Answers to your questions

FAQs

Awnex will provide quotes on standard products within two business days. We will provide quotes on custom products within five business days. For project timelines, please contact your sales representative for current lead times.

Orders ship via common freight carrier, fully assembled where possible, to keep on-site handling and installation as simple as possible.

Awnex offers a full range of standard and custom powder coat finishes, matched to your brand standards.

Standard products carry Awnex’s standard manufacturer warranty. Contact your sales representative for full terms.

No — powder coating is performed in-house, which is how Awnex holds finish and color consistency across every location.

Many Awnex products can contribute to LEED credits. Contact your sales representative for documentation specific to your project.
1K
Locations Served
100+
Number of brands
300+
Projects Completed
95%
On-time delivery rate
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From concept to completion, Awnex delivers with certainty.

Whether you’re specifying a single location or planning a national rollout, Awnex brings the engineering depth, manufacturing capability, and installation support to protect your design intent at every stage.

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