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Chemical splash curtains are specifically designed to withstand corrosive chemicals and acids. Aside from providing protection to your property and employees, you can also customize these curtains to meet your project’s demands and needs. They can be fitted for indoor and outdoor purposes.

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Chemical Splash Containment

Chemical Splash Curtain Uses

Chemical splash curtains can be utilized in any facility that deals with chemicals, contaminants and odors. They are typically installed and used in:

Chemical mixing plants
Power plants
Laboratories
Chemical factories
Schools
Pharmaceutical facilities

Benefits of Installing Chemical Splash Curtains

Chemical safety curtains aren’t just about having protection against chemicals. They also have the following benefits.

Reduces the cost of having to build permanent walls
Can be customized as per the space, purpose and length of use
Effectively controls contaminants, sound, light and even temperature
Conveniently separates working areas
Enhances privacy and working conditions

Available Sizes

All our curtains are custom-made to ensure you get the perfect fit around the area which has the hazardous chemicals. Ideally, you should have your chemical splash curtains at around 30-40’ in width for easier installation. If you need to cover a wider space, you can simply install multiple curtains and connect them with Velcro strips or magnets.
Our curtains have a maximum height of 60’. In case of height issues, you can purchase valance panels to preserve your facility’s ceiling and to eliminate the additional cost of renovating the top half area of your structure.

Splash Containment Enclosure

Freestanding Splash Enclosures

Freestanding splash enclosures are supported from the floor up with base plates. Ideal when top down ceiling mounting options cannot be used or are not ideal. The 16 gauge galvanized steel hardware is designed for rugged industrial use and is quick to deploy and to take down if need be. The freestanding uprights are spaced every 8 to 10 feet allowing for complete access when the splash enclosure curtain is pulled back. Entry options such as strip curtains can also be added for frequent access.

Choose From Two Styles

Strip Curtains

You can choose between strip curtain doors, walls, replacement strips, and more. The strip curtain doors offer unique benefits. You can quickly enter or leave a room without the need to open or close anything. They provide chemical splash protection without hindering the movement of people or materials. The chemical resistant strip curtain walls are perfect for dividing and organizing different manufacturing processes. You can stretch them for long distances. You have rich a choice when it comes to shapes, colors, sizes, and designs. There is a solution if you already have the hardware. Our quick ship pre-punched PVC strips will do the job.

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Solid Curtains

The most commonly used industrial splash curtains are heavy duty vinyl coated polyester fabric. Vinyl is the common name for PVC. Both are, in fact, the same material. The 18 oz. Material is either PVC Coated Polyester or PVC Laminated Polyester. Their exterior seams are made from rot-resistant nylon thread while their interior seams are heat welded to ensure that the curtains are sealed against air and liquid. The hems are chain-weighted using heavy duty galvanized chains so that the chemical splash curtains are stable enough to withstand draft. There are roller hooks so you can slide and retract the curtains on the track.

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Chemicals Hardware Material Colors Features Layouts Measuring

Chemicals

Which Chemicals are the Curtains Rated For?

Vinyl which is also known as PVC is a highly resistant material to most chemicals. That is why our chemical resistant industrial curtains are made from this versatile material. You can view a list of tested chemicals on this PDF Specification Sheet.

What if I don't see the chemicals I use on the sheet?

There are many variables to consider with chemical exposure, such as what chemical it is, its concentration, what form it is in, and how likely it is to come into direct contact with your industrial curtain. If you don't see the particular chemical that you are using on the above links then please ask Akon to send you a sample of the material that you can then expose to the chemical in the field to test how it reacts to the exposure. Just click the yellow button below to build the curtain online. We will then send you a detailed quote. If the quote is within your budget and meets your needs, then simply ask us to mail you a sample.

Hardware

Rolling Hardware

Tracks for side to side movement
16 gauge galvanized steel or optional Stainless Steel
Nylon roller hooks for easy opening
6 mounting styles to connect to various structure types
Free standing hardware for up to 15' in height
Free standing is not available in stainless steel

Static Mount Hardware

Grommets only - Each curtain has grommets on 12" centers for anchoring
Aluminum angle - Use with self tapping Tek screws
I-beam clamps - Clamps onto the flange of beams, joists and purlings

Material

Opaque - 13oz, 18oz, 22oz

Vinyl coated polyester reinforced with scrim
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
18oz and 22oz are outdoor rated
Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as -10° F to 160° F
All colors are the same price
13 oz = .016″ thick, 1.44 oz. per square foot
18 oz = .020″ thick, 2.0 oz. per square foot
22 oz = .024″ thick, 2.44 oz. per square foot

Clear - 40mil and 20mil

Clear double polished PVC
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
Outdoor rated
Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
20 mil = 20mil thick, 1.98 oz. per square foot
40 mil = 40mil thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot

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Colors

Features

Chain Weight Bottoms

If you have a slight breeze or are power washing near the curtain then we can add a galvanized 3/16" chain weight to the bottom of the curtain.

Floor 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 4'.

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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 6″ tall and as long 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.

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Magnet Seals

Seal magnets are an idea to attach curtains to each other or adjacent steel walls and beams. Best utilized in dusty areas that would clog up Velcro.

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Velcro Seals

You can choose to have Velcro installed along the perimeter of the divider which will allow you to combine multiple curtains into one larger curtain. You can also attach self adhesive Velcro to fixed objects such as walls for a more complete seal. Great for dust control and temperature control.

Valance Panels

A valance is made from the same material as your 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.

Walk Through Strip Doors

Strip doors can be sewn into the curtain or free-standing for larger versions. These allows quick movement of people and forklifts into and out of the industrial curtains.

Layouts

Common Layouts

AKON can supply just about any 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.
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Measuring

Step 1 – Width

Measure the distance that you are trying to cover.
- We will generally add 5% to this dimension to give you
  proper drape.
- A good example of drape is a stage curtain which has a
  folding appearance.
- When you receive your quote, the hardware width would
  be the same as the actual width you are trying to cover.
  The curtain width will be 5% more than that for the
  proper drape.

Step 2 – Height

Measure the distance from the floor to the mounting
point.
- If you want a floor sweep (and you should to close this gap),
  we use the same formula as we want the floor sweep to
  engage / drag on the floor while the main curtain is just
  off of the floor.
- If you have a sloped ceiling please provide us with the high
  point in the low point. We will assume it is a linear straight
  slope.

Common Questions

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

Standard curtains have approximately 3.75 to .50″ of a gap from the
bottom of the track to the top of the curtain.

Can we field cut the track for a perfect fit?

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

Can I simply drill straight through the track and into the ceiling / structure?

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 3-5'.