What are SB9000 retractable laser curtains used for?

The SB9000 retractable laser curtains are high-performance safety barriers used to contain Class 3B and Class 4 laser radiation. They are designed for industrial and laboratory environments where a retractable, light-tight enclosure is needed to protect personnel from accidental laser exposure.

What laser safety standards do the SB9000 curtains meet?

Our SB9000 curtains are manufactured to meet or exceed ANSI Z136.1 and EN 60825-4 safety standards. The materials are specifically tested for beam containment and power density resistance for a variety of laser wavelengths.

How does the retractable system work?

The system utilizes a heavy-duty industrial track and roller assembly. This allows the laser-blocking panels to be moved effortlessly into place to create a safe work zone and retracted back when access to the machinery or area is required.

Are the SB9000 laser curtains fire-rated?

Yes, the SB9000 series is constructed from flame-retardant materials that meet NFPA-701 standards. This ensures that the curtain will not support combustion if struck by a high-power laser beam.

Can multiple panels be joined for larger laser work cells?

Absolutely. Multiple SB9000 panels can be joined using light-tight Velcro seals or overlapping configurations to create fully enclosed laser booths or long safety partitions of any length.

What is the benefit of the SB9000 over standard laser barriers?

The SB9000 is specifically designed for higher power densities and offers superior durability in industrial settings. Its unique material composition provides a higher level of protection while maintaining the flexibility required for a retractable track system.

Description

Ensure Advanced Optical Safety with SB9000 Retractable Laser Curtains

The Critical Risks of Uncontained Laser Operations

In modern manufacturing and research environments, the use of Class 3B and Class 4 lasers presents a severe safety challenge. Stray reflections or direct beam exposure can cause instantaneous and permanent ocular damage or skin burns to unprotected personnel in the vicinity. Traditional rigid enclosures, while effective, often create significant bottlenecks in production, making it difficult to move large workpieces or maintain an efficient workflow. Without a dedicated, high-performance optical barrier, facilities risk catastrophic injury and non-compliance with stringent health and safety regulations, while open-access layouts allow hazardous scattered radiation to migrate into common work areas.

High-Performance Retractable Laser Containment

The SB9000 retractable laser curtain provides a rugged, professional-grade solution designed to isolate hazardous laser zones while maintaining maximum operational flexibility. Manufactured from specialized, multi-layered laser-rated fabrics, this system is engineered to absorb and diffuse specific wavelengths of coherent light. The specialized retractable mechanism allows the curtain to be deployed instantly to create a secure, light-tight enclosure and retracted just as quickly to clear the floor for forklift traffic or equipment reconfiguration. This "soft-wall" technology provides the performance of a permanent laser suite with the adaptability required for fast-paced, high-tech industrial environments.

Strategic Benefits of the SB9000 Laser Shielding System

Advanced Optical Radiation Protection: Utilizing certified laser-blocking materials that provide a high optical density (OD) rating, ensuring that stray beams and reflections are safely contained within the work cell.
Rapid Vertical Deployment: Featuring a specialized roll-up or folding mechanism that clears the workspace in seconds, facilitating the seamless movement of oversized components and machinery.
Industrial-Grade Flame and Heat Resistance: Constructed from non-combustible, high-tensile materials designed to withstand the thermal energy of accidental laser strikes without ignition or catastrophic failure.
Optimized Facility Versatility: Enabling the creation of temporary, task-specific laser safety zones that can be tucked away when not in use, maximizing the utility of available laboratory or workshop square footage.

Possible Layouts

Description FAQ

Description

Overview

The SB-9000L Retractable Welding Laser Screen is designed with a retractable system that extends up to 20 feet long and automatically retracts with a spring tension roller. The retractable welding laser barrier screens use a simple J-hook attachment opposite the roller, making it easy to replace the laser barrier shade if it becomes damaged. With their durable construction and versatile design, the retractable welding barrier screens offer a reliable solution for laser areas requiring protection.

Shade

The laser barrier shade provides optimal protection with a max irradiance of 250W/cm2 and protection against diffusion beams, ensuring the safety of the operator and the work environment.
The material is designed specifically for the IPG LightWeld product, ensuring maximum compatibility and effectiveness.
Testing completed is EN12254

Retractable Welding Laser Screens

Eliminates the effort of man-handling large sections of stationary guards
Conserves floor space
The retractable laser screen will extend up to 15 feet in length
The laser shade can be easily replaced if damaged

Easy Operation

The laser screen uses tension from the roller base to keep the guard tight.
The operator simply walks the guard from side to side in the work area.
When it is time to move people or products into or out of the area, the operator unlatches the guard and walks it back to the roller base.
A minimal pull force is required to extend the retractable laser barriers

Innovative Design

The spring tension roller is always taunt and automatically retracts
When not in use, the shade stores neatly rolled up
The commercial laser screen attaches with a simple S-hook opposite the roller

Lead Time | Warranty

Free Shipping!
Ships in 7-10 work days
Ships UPS or FedEx. You can also specify your shipping account
5 year warranty on manufacturing defects

FAQ

Are the laser shades replaceable?
Yes the laser shades are replaceable should they become damaged. You would simply contact AKON and we would provide you with directions and the replacement shade.

How do the shades attach to the opposing posts or wall?
They utilize a simple J-hook design. Each shade has an aluminum bar that is held in place by two J-Hooks using the tension force of the shade. These are attached to an adjacent post or you can attach them to any existing structure you currently have such as a vertical wall or steel columns.

Can we make any shape?
The unique benefit of this type of laser screen system is that almost any shape can be designed. You can form long, straight laser walls, or you can form multiple laser cells. It allows for flexibility in commercial and manufacturing facilities for both personnel and robotic laser operations.

What if I want the posts to be portable?
If you want the ability to move the posts around, then the shade can be mounted to a portable post that tips backwards to be rolled out of the way. View our SB-5000 Portable Welding Screens which uses the same shade on a wheeled post.

Can these be electrically interlocked so the machine they are guarding does not start until the shade is pulled shut?

As far as using safety interlocks and proximity switches, that is something that you can do on-site if you have a controls company or if you have a capable maintenance person working at your facility. We don't provide any of the electronic devices required to make that set up but it actually is fairly common with customers as a retrofit that they install. Customers typically do this so that they can make sure the curtain is pulled shut before the equipment starts working.