What are the benefits of roll up laser barrier curtains?

Roll-up laser barriers provide certified protection against stray laser radiation while maximizing floor space. Their vertical operation allows for full overhead clearance, making them ideal for facilities that move large equipment or workpieces via forklift or crane.

How hard is it to install the industrial curtain track?

The vertical guide tracks and overhead roller assembly are designed for straightforward installation. Components secure directly to the wall or ceiling structure using standard mounting brackets, and most facility maintenance teams can complete the setup using basic tools.

What is the spacing from the bottom of the track to the top of the curtain?

On roll-up systems, the curtain retracts into a compact roll at the top. The system is engineered so that when retracted, the curtain sits completely above the opening header, providing unobstructed height clearance for the workspace.

Can the track be cut to size on site?

Yes. The vertical side guides are designed to be field-adjusted or cut on site to ensure a precision fit for your specific bay height or laser cell dimensions.

Are the roll up laser curtains fire-retardant?

Yes, our laser and welding materials are inherently fire-retardant and meet NFPA-701 standards, specifically rated to withstand high-intensity light and sparks without supporting combustion.

Do these curtains protect against Class 4 lasers?

We offer specialized laser-rated materials designed to block specific wavelengths and power densities. Please provide your laser specifications so we can ensure the material meets your required safety rating.

MODEL - SB-5000L

The Retractable Laser Weld Screens feature a spring-tensioned roller system that extends to 6 meters and retracts automatically for easy use and storage. These screens can be installed in various locations, offering top access and ensuring unobstructed overhead crane movement when not in use. Built for durability and adaptability, they provide effective welding protection in diverse industrial environments.

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Possible Layouts

Collapses To Allow For Full Access

Blue tinted roll-up welding curtain screens protecting operators from harmful UV welding flashes in a workshop environment

Shades Roll Out When Needed

Once it is time to begin laser welding operations, the operator walks the shades to an adjacent post, and then he can begin welding.

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Collapsed roll-up welding curtain screens neatly stored to allow full shop floor access when not in use

Shades Roll Up When Not Needed

The laser welding screens roll up when not needed to provide full access into and out of the laser welding cells.

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Mobile roll-up welding curtain screen being rolled to the side to create clear space in an industrial welding facility

Roll Away When Not Needed

Unlike anchored laser welding screen welding cells, the SB-5000L can be tilted backward and rolled away from production for 100% access!

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Retractable Laser Welding Cells

laser barrier curtain for welding cell retractable

Portability For Speed and Flexibility

Roll Up Laser Welding Curtain Benefits

Increased flexibility for changing welding cell needs.
It takes up less space for a more efficient workplace.
Reduces congestion where materials need to flow.
Connect up to four shades to a single post for multiple cells.
Allows for access for overhead cranes that move material in.

Roll Up Safety Guard Benefits

Heavy duty steel posts securely hold the laser roll up welding curtains.
The vertical pedestal is bright yellow for high visibility and safety.
Shades can connect to existing walls or beams with included hooks.
Adapted to different environments and working conditions.
Provides optimal protection with a max irradiance of 250W/cm2

Increased Laser Protection

The Retractable Laser Weld Screens are designed for mobility and convenience.
Allowing for quick and efficient relocation to any welding site as needed.
Eliminating the need for large sections of stationary guards.
Provides better protection against welding lasers, welding sparks, heat, ultraviolet light, and flying debris.

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Specifications FAQ

Specifications

Shade Material

Opaque black laser blocking shade
Provides optimal protection with a max irradiance of 250W/cm2
Designed specifically for the IPG LightWeld product, ensuring maximum compatibility and effectiveness.
Fire retardant | CFM Rated

Pedestal

Dimensions: 51cm × 51cm × 2.4m tall
Weight w/o ballast: 47kg
Est. weight w/ ballast: 92kg
Weight for base pans not included
Pedestals without shades can also be purchased
Springs are rated for up to 250,000 cycles

Shade Attachment

Shades attach with supplied J-Hooks
Can attach to another post or existing walls, beams..ec
4 shades can connect to a single post

Shade Size

1.7m high x 6m wide
Custom shade sizes available (No taller than 1.8m or wider than 6m) +€238

WARNING: Laser Safety Officers (LSOs) are responsible for assessing the work environment, beam delivery systems, and visual conditions to determine the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needed to safeguard against harmful laser radiation. It's crucial to never use lasers without proper protective gear and adequate training.

FAQ

Do you need to fill the base with cement?

Any shade that is wider than 2.4m + 3m would require weight to be added to the base pan. Some customers use cement, and others use steel or other heavy objects.

Are the mobile laser welding shades hard to move?

No, they are very easy to move around your shop. Simply tilt the shade backward onto the wheels and then roll them into place using the industrial casters that are attached at the base.

Are the welding shades replaceable?

Yes, the welding 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 / 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.

Can we make any shape?

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