Rolling Hardware

• 16 gauge galvanized steel tracks
• Nylon roller hooks for easy opening
• 6 mounting styles to connect to various structures
• Free standing hardware for up to **6.1 m** in height

Static Mount Hardware

• Aluminum Angle - Use with self tapping Tek screws to pinch curtain to angle.
• Grommets Only - You can then use many DIY methods to hang the curtains.
• Beam Clamps - Clamps onto the flange of beams, joists and purlins.

Examples of Sound Blocking

When trying to reduce equipment noise, most people simply say they want it “quieter” without knowing how much reduction theyactually need. These audio clips demonstrate what different decibel reductions actually sound like using real machine noise — so you can hear the difference, not just read about it.

🔊 Machine Noise (Original)
This is the unaltered recording of the machine at full volume. It serves as the reference sound to compare against the reduced versions.

🔉 3 dB Reduction
Slight Change. A 3 dB drop reduces the perceived volume by about 18%. This change is minimal and only slightly noticeable to the average ear.

🔉 6 dB Reduction
Clearly Noticeable. Reducing the noise by 6 dB results in roughly a 34% decrease in perceived loudness. Most people can easily hear the difference at this level.

🔉 10 dB Reduction
Sounds Half as Loud. A 10 dB reduction cuts the perceived sound by 50%. This is a significant drop that makes the machine sound much quieter.

🔉 20 dB Reduction
Major Difference. With a 75% decrease in perceived volume, this level of reduction delivers a dramatic change and makes the machine sound far less intrusive.

Curtain Features

Clear Vision Panels

Vision panels can be added to allow for a clear line of site through the curtain. Standard vision panels are **137 cm** in height but can be made to any size.

Curtain Valances

A valance is made from the same material as the lower curtain. They are used to seal the opening above the curtain. This is generally the space from the roof deck to the bottom of the joist or purlin. They can be rectangular or follow the slope of the roof. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Floor Sweeps

A floor sweep seals the open area between the curtain and the floor. It attaches to the main curtain by Velcro. They are **15 cm** tall and as wide as the entire length of the curtain. These are ideal for controlling dust, fumes, odors and other undesirable elements. They can also be replaced in the future should the friction from the floor wear them out.

Anchor Straps

Velcro straps hold your curtain in place if wind is present or a more secure curtain is required. These anchors feature Velcro straps which loop through a D-ring which is anchored into the cement floor. Typically spaced every **1.22 m**.

Seal Velcro

Seal Velcro also known as adhesive Velcro sticks onto your curtain and can be installed in the field. Please note that this is not ideal for cold temperature applications or high-frequency use. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Chain Weights

If you have a slight breeze or are power washing near the curtain then we can add a galvanized **4.76 mm** chain weight to the bottom of the curtain.

Connecting Curtains

Velcro

Velco is used to connect curtain sections together to form larger curtain walls. The velcro also serves as an access points for larger curtains and makes them easier to install.

Magnets

Seal magnets are an idea way to attach curtains to each other or adjacent steel walls and beams. Best utilized in dusty areas that would clog up Velcro. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Entry Options

Sewn In Strip Doors

Strip doors that are sewn into the curtain are ideal for light foot traffic. This allows for quick movement of people into and out of the industrial curtains. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Free Standing Strip Doors

For motorized traffic a free-standing steel frame strip door is ideal. The steel frame takes the stress off of the curtain wall ensuring longevity and performance for motor traffic and high use. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Swinging Impact Doors

A free-standing industrial swinging door can also be provided for access. Also known as impact doors, these heavy duty doors can take a lot of abuse from carts, fork lifts or heavy foot traffic. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Roll Up Doors

Supported with a free-standing steel frame the power roll up doors can be opened and closed via remote from a fork lift. Door styles and prices vary based on frequency of opening and closing, speed requirements and size. (Get a custom quote for this feature)

Here Are Some Common Questions:

What is mass-loaded vinyl (MLV) material?
Mass-loaded vinyl is a heavy and dense vinyl material that contains a high density of heavy particles, such as barium sulfate or calcium silicate. It is used to create sound barriers that reduce noise transmission.

Do the curtains need to touch the ground?
Ideally, yes, any space that you can get free-flowing air through is a space that sound will move through as well. So it's ideal to have the curtains touching the floor. We like to do this with a floor sweep, which you will have as an option on our quote form.

How do mass-loaded vinyl curtains work?
Mass-loaded vinyl curtains work by adding mass to a surface, which helps to reduce the transmission of sound waves. The curtains absorb and reflect sound, creating a barrier that blocks sound from entering or leaving a room.

What types of spaces are best suited for mass-loaded vinyl curtains?
Mass-loaded vinyl curtains are ideal for spaces where sound quality is important, such as recording studios, music rooms, and home theaters. They are also useful in industrial settings to reduce noise pollution and protect workers' hearing.

Are mass-loaded vinyl curtains easy to install?
Yes, they are. No experience is required to install these curtains, and you can do so with curtain tracks, hooks, or grommets.

How thick should mass-loaded vinyl curtains be?
The thickness of mass-loaded vinyl curtains can vary depending on the level of soundproofing required. The options we offer differ between 13 DBA and 17 DBA, and it is up to you which sound insulation level is preferred.

Width

• Measure the distance that you are trying to cover and then add 5% to that dimension and enter it into the width box.
• TIP - The reason you want to add 5% is for proper drape of the curtain so it properly covers the span.

Height

• Measure the distance from the floor to the above mounting point (from where you would attach the curtain track) and subtract 7.5 cm, and then input it into the height box.
• TIP - If you are not using any hardware, then you don't need to subtract the 7.5 cm
• TIP - If you want to engage the floor then select the floor sweep option on this form.

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Common Questions

• Standard curtains have approximately 9.5 cm to 2.5 cm of a gap from the bottom of the track to the top of the curtain.

What are the dimensions of the track?

• Yes, the track is made to be field cut on site using a hack saw or sawzall.

• The track is modular in design and will arrive in pieces that have a simple bolt together design.

• The track should be supported approximately every 1.5 m with a track support. The farther apart the track supports, the greater the deflection. If you have a relatively light weight curtain then you could space the supports out to about 2.4 m apart. You will receive enough track supports with your order to achieve this 1.5 m spacing.

• Yes. This is called a flush mount install and is very common. Simply drill through the middle of the track and use a small wood screw, bolt, Tek screw...ect into your structure. Space the holes about every 0.9–1.5 m.

• It is very easy. All of the components simply fit into each other and connect with set screws. The installation is very intuitive. If you have any difficulty simply call or email us and we will walk you through the process.

• The track is Hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) which is often used to protect steel from corrosion in some of the harshest environments imaginable, yet it provides maintenance-free longevity for decades. The corrosion resistance of hot-dip galvanizing varies according to its surroundings but generally corrodes at a rate of 1/30 of bare steel in the same environment.

Key Benefits

• Blocking out noise and improving sound quality in a room
• Providing thermal insulation
• Improving the appearance of a room
• Protecting workers' hearing in industrial settings
• Less expensive than rigid walls
• Can be taken down quickly when not needed
• Can be re-purposed in other areas
• Ability to purchase more curtains and attach to existing curtains
• Divide work areas quickly
• Industrial sound curtains improve worker safety
• Quick to roll out of way when not in use
• Easy to clean with slick surface of Vinyl
• Contain air migration, odors, dust, over-spray
• Lifetime warranty on all hardware and 5 year warranty on curtains

Many Layout Options

AKON can supply just about any retractable sound curtain layout you can think of. Below are some common styles. They can be single sided, double-sided, triple sided, four-sided or multiple straights to create complete enclosures. You simply inform AKON about your desired design and we will have it fabricated exactly as you need it. For customized layouts, sketch your design and upload it using our online RFQ form. See button below.