Widely used across UK laboratories, university research departments, dermatology clinics, and electronics manufacturing sites, our laser barrier curtains are built for heavy-duty, long-term use in demanding environments.
The SB-9000 Retractable Laser Screen features a spring-tension roller system that extends up to 6 m in length and retracts automatically, making it ideal for shared laboratory spaces where the barrier is only needed during active laser operations.
Laser barrier covers are designed for openings such as windows and doorways. Manufactured from the same high-performance material as our full-length laser barrier curtains, they are straightforward to fit and highly effective at containing stray beams.
These portable curtains are fitted in NHS hospitals, surgical theatres, university labs, and manufacturing facilities throughout the UK. They provide laser barrier protection rated up to 575 W/cm² tested at 1064 nm with a 1 mm beam diameter.
Our foldable laser panels are popular in NHS trusts, defence research labs, and UK manufacturing facilities. They guard against accidental exposure to hazardous radiation and significantly reduce the risk of injury to personnel.
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AKON supplies portable, foldable, and standard laser barrier curtains in a comprehensive range of sizes and configurations for the UK and Irish markets. Our curtain barriers are made from industrial-grade vinyl, velour, or ESD PVC, and are suited to laboratories, university research facilities, NHS hospitals, dermatology clinics, veterinary practices, dental surgeries, and electronics manufacturing sites.
The window laser safety covers attach to the wall or door frame around a window using grommets, magnets, or hook-and-loop tape. They provide a laser safety rating of up to 2,150 W/cm² for 100 seconds, offering dependable protection for observation panels and corridor glazing.
Both portable and foldable laser barriers prevent accidental exposure to hazardous radiation and reduce the risk of injury or damage. They are compact, lightweight, and easy to transport between job sites — ideal for contract laser engineers who work across multiple NHS trusts or industrial premises.
Why UK facilities choose AKON laser barriers: Every curtain we supply is designed for quick deployment in shared-use environments. Whether you need to section off a laser bay inside a busy teaching hospital or create a temporary enclosure on a factory floor, our barriers slide on heavy-duty curtain track and can be drawn open when not in use, keeping valuable floor space free.
Bespoke sizing and configuration: We provide laser curtains cut to your exact dimensions. Simply send us the width and drop measurements for your opening, and we will supply panels with the correct overlap, hem weights, and fixing hardware. For ceiling heights above 4 metres, we recommend our reinforced track brackets to handle the additional curtain weight.
Compliance and documentation: All laser barrier materials we supply are tested and certified to the relevant optical density (OD) ratings. We provide full test certificates and material data sheets with every order, giving your Laser Protection Adviser (LPA) the documentation needed to satisfy HSE inspection requirements.
Common Uses
Laser barrier curtains are used primarily for safety and protection in environments where lasers are in operation. They are designed to meet specific safety standards and are available in various materials and specifications, depending on the laser class and the level of protection required. Here are some of their common uses across UK and Irish facilities:
- Protecting Personnel: Laser barrier curtains shield staff and visitors from accidental exposure to laser beams, which can cause serious eye injuries or skin burns. This is a core requirement under the Control of Artificial Optical Radiation at Work Regulations 2010.
- Containing Laser Beams: In laboratories and industrial settings, these curtains prevent laser beams from escaping a designated controlled area — particularly important when working with invisible wavelengths in the infrared or ultraviolet range.
- Preventing Reflections: Lasers can reflect off metallic or polished surfaces and cause unintended harm. Our curtain materials absorb or block specular and diffuse reflections effectively.
- Cleanroom Environments: In semiconductor fabrication and pharmaceutical manufacturing, laser curtains minimise contamination risk whilst still providing full beam containment.
- University and Research Labs: UK universities rely on laser barriers to create safe working environments for postgraduate researchers and technicians operating Class 3B and Class 4 systems.
- NHS and Private Medical Facilities: Dermatology clinics, ophthalmology departments, and cosmetic laser centres use our curtains to protect other patients and clinical staff during laser treatments.
- Manufacturing and Welding: Industrial sites across the UK use laser barriers around cutting, welding, and engraving stations to protect operatives from direct and reflected laser radiation.
- Entertainment and Events: For productions and live events using laser displays, curtains control the direction and area of exposure, helping venues meet their HSE obligations.
- Testing and Quality Control: In metrology labs and QC departments, curtains ensure that laser beams do not extend beyond the required measurement area.
- Defence and Aerospace: MOD and aerospace contractors use laser barrier curtains as part of their controlled area safety measures for laser range-finding, targeting, and communications equipment.
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