What are the benefits of using body shop curtains?

Body shop curtains provide a retractable barrier to contain sanding dust, paint overspray, and welding sparks. They allow you to create flexible work bays that can be opened up for vehicle movement, maximizing shop floor space while maintaining a clean environment.

Are body shop curtains fire-retardant?

Yes, all AKON body shop curtains are manufactured from flame-retardant vinyl that meets NFPA-701 standards. This is essential for safety compliance in environments involving welding, grinding, or chemical spraying.

How do the curtains handle paint and chemicals?

Our heavy-duty reinforced vinyl is resistant to most oils, grease, and automotive chemicals. The smooth surface is designed for easy cleaning, allowing you to wipe down overspray and maintain a professional shop appearance.

Can I get a clear window in my body shop curtain?

Absolutely. We can integrate high-clarity clear vision panels (windows) at eye level. This improves shop safety by allowing visibility between bays while keeping contaminants contained.

How does the track system install in a garage or body shop?

The 16-gauge galvanized steel track system can be mounted to ceiling joists, wall headers, or suspended from threaded rods. It is designed for industrial durability and smooth operation even with heavy daily use.

How do you keep the curtains from blowing?

To stabilize the panels against drafts or exhaust fans, we include weighted bottom chain hems. We also offer floor-mounted wind pins and industrial-strength Velcro side seals to secure the curtains to the walls.

Description

Custom Body Shop Curtains for Collision Centers and Auto Repair

Stop Cross-Contamination and Costly Rework

Running a profitable auto body repair facility or collision center means constantly fighting cross-contamination and workflow bottlenecks. When airborne sanding dust from a prep station settles onto a freshly applied clear coat, or when water from a high-pressure wash down bay floods into your dry detailing zone, it causes expensive rework. Every time a technician has to wet-sand and buff out a mistake caused by drifting particulate, your production line slows down and your profit margins shrink.

Flexible Partitions for a Fast-Paced Shop Floor

Building permanent, rigid drywall to separate these zones is often too expensive, requires building permits, and permanently restricts how you can move vehicles through your shop. Our heavy-duty body shop curtains provide a fast, flexible, and highly durable barrier to eliminate these environmental hazards.

Designed to easily glide open and closed on a commercial-grade steel track system, these retractable prep station dividers allow you to instantly partition your workspace. You can slide them completely out of the way when moving a vehicle, and pull them shut to create an instant clean room environment. These flexible partitions function perfectly alongside your primary paint spray booth curtains to protect surrounding customer vehicles from harmful chemical drift. By isolating distinct workstations, you improve worker safety, maintain temperature control, and keep your shop looking professional.

Key Advantages of Retractable Prep Station Dividers

Sanding Dust Containment: Keep fine fiberglass and body filler particulate completely locked inside your designated prep area so it never ruins a wet paint job in an adjacent bay or clogs your expensive ventilation filters.
Paint Overspray Protection: Shield surrounding vehicles, employees, and sensitive diagnostic equipment from floating airborne chemicals, primer drift, and clear coat mist that can travel across an open shop floor.
Wash Bay Water Control: Create a highly durable, waterproof barrier that stops heavy splash and runoff from flooding into dry mechanical repair bays, keeping your technicians safe from slip hazards.
Space and Workflow Optimization: Maximize your existing square footage by creating temporary work zones that easily adapt to the exact size of the vehicle you are repairing.

Hardware Curtains Accessories Benefits How to Measure

Hardware

Curtain Track

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 meters in height

Static Mount Hardware

Industrial Curtain Hanging Options

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.

Curtains

Opaque Curtains - 13oz, 18oz

Vinyl-coated polyester reinforced with scrim
Full range of fire-retardant BS standards
18 oz is outdoor-rated
Finished edges for a clean, crisp appearance
Double or triple hems are used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as -12° C to 71° C
All colors are the same price
13 oz = .04cm thick, 15.51 oz/m²
18 oz = .05cm thick, 21.53 oz/m²

Clear Curtains - 20mil and 30mil

Clear double-polished PVC
Full range of fire-retardant BS standards
Outdoor rated
Finished edges for a clean, crisp appearance
Double or triple hems are used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as -12° C to 60° C
20 mil = 21.32 oz/m²
30 mil = 42.51 oz/m²

Tinted Curtains - 14mil and 40mil

Ideal for welding applications
Blocks most UV radiation for welding
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
40 mil is outdoor rated
Finished edges for clean, crisp appearance
Double or triple hems are used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as -12° C to 60° C
14 mil = 14mil thick, 14 mil = 15.51 oz/m²
40 mil = 40mil thick, 40 mil = 42.51 oz/m²

Opaque Colors

WARNING: Please note that colors in the video are a representation only.
On-site colors will differ slightly due to lighting and your digital
device image settings. For exact color needs, please ask for a sample.

Tinted Colors

tinted welding curtain colors

Accessories

Curtain Features

Name: Body Shop Curtains
SKU: bodyshopcurtains2x5bluewallmount

Clear Vision Panels

Vision panels can be added to allow for
a clear line of sight through the curtain.
The panels can be made taller or shorter
per your request.

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 roof's slope.

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 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 wears them out.

Anchor Straps

Velcro straps hold your curtain in
place if a breeze or if a more secure
curtain is needed. These anchors feature
Velcro straps that loop through a D-ring,
which is anchored into the cement floor.
Typically spaced every 1.2 m.

Seal Velcro

Seal Velcro, also known as adhesive Velcro,
sticks onto your curtain and can be installed
in the field. Please note that stick-on velcro
is not ideal for cold-temperature applications
or high-frequencyuse.

Chain Weights

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

Connecting Curtains

Velcro

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

Magnets

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

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.

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.

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,
forklifts, or heavy foot traffic. View Styles

Roll-Up Doors

Supported with a free-standing steel frame,
the power roll-up doors can be opened and
closed via remote from a forklift. Door
styles and prices vary based on the frequency
of opening and closing, speed requirements,
and size. View Styles

Benefits

Key Benefits

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 them to existing curtains
Divide work areas quickly
Industrial curtains improve worker safety
Quick to roll out of the way when not in use
Easy to clean with the slick surface of Vinyl
Contain air migration, odors, dust, and overspray.
Lifetime warranty on all hardware and a 5-year warranty on curtains

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.

How to Measure

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 that 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 7.6 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 7.6 cm.

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Common Questions

Can the track be cut to size on site?
Yes, the track is made to be field cut on-site using a hack saw or Sawzall.

How much width does the radius corner add to the length?

The radius of the corner is 24” (61 cm). The radius corner will add 61 cm to each dimension. For example, if you have 305 cm of curtain track, a radius corner will make the overall length of side “A” 366 cm (305 cm + 61 cm).

How does the track go together?
The track is modular in design and will arrive in pieces that have a simple bolt-together design.

How close together do I need the track supports?
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 short curtain, you could space the supports farther apart. You will receive enough track supports with your order to achieve this 1.5m spacing.

Can I simply drill straight through the track and into the ceiling / structure?
Yes. This is called a flush-mount installation and is very common. Simply drill through the middle of the track and use a small wood screw, bolt, Tek screw, etc. to attach it to your structure. Space the holes about every 1 to 1.5 m. Choose the ceiling mount style on this form, and in the notes, ask for straight splices instead of the ceiling mounts.

How hard is it to install the industrial curtain track?
It is very easy. All components simply fit together 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.

Will the track rust? Can it be used in wet environments?
The track is hot-dip galvanized (HDG), which is often used to protect steel from corrosion in some of the harshest environments imaginable, yet it provides decades of maintenance-free longevity. The corrosion resistance of hot-dip galvanizing varies with its surroundings, but it generally corrodes at a rate 1/30 that of bare steel in the same environment.