Why use a sliding strip curtain instead of a fixed one?

Sliding strip curtains are ideal for doorways that occasionally require completely unobstructed access for large machinery or during pleasant weather. They allow you to pull the strips to the side like a closet door.

How hard is it to install the sliding curtain track?

Installation is straightforward. All components fit together and are secured with set screws. The process is intuitive and typically can be done by facility maintenance staff.

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

Standard curtains have a gap of approximately 2u20132.5 cm between the bottom of the track and the top of the curtain.

Can the track be cut to size on site?

Yes. The track is designed to be cut on site using a standard hacksaw or a Sawzall.

Are the sliding PVC strips fire-retardant?

Yes, all AKON sliding strip doors utilise PVC material that meets relevant UK and European fire safety standards fire-retardant standards for industrial safety compliance.

Do the sliding tracks require maintenance?

Our galvanised steel tracks and trolley rollers are designed for heavy-duty industrial use and require minimal maintenance. Periodic inspection of set screws and track alignment is recommended.

Industrial-grade PVC sliding strip curtain door installed in a warehouse opening, designed for smooth sliding access and durable heavy-use separation

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When an opening or wall of strip curtains needs to slide completely out of the way, sliding strip curtains are the ideal solution. This gives full clearance for people and equipment — such as forklifts, pallet trucks, and overhead cranes — to pass through without restriction. Once the load has cleared, the strip curtain slides back to seal the opening and restore temperature or dust control. These systems are widely used in UK distribution centres and cold-store operations where frequent, wide-load access is essential.

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5 Mounting Styles

Sliding PVC strip curtains on a galvanized steel track for industrial doorways, providing clear separation while allowing easy movement through the opening.

Mounting Options

The strip doors can slide open and close using one of five mounting configurations. Simply choose the version that best suits your application.

Top mount: Track fixed directly to the lintel or header beam — the most common arrangement in UK warehouses.
Face mount: Track bolted to the wall face above the opening, ideal where lintel depth is limited.
Ceiling mount: Track suspended from the ceiling, useful when the opening has no solid lintel.
Under mount: Track fitted to the underside of a structural beam or mezzanine floor.
Hanging mount: Track hung from threaded rod for height-adjustable installations.

3 Storage Styles

Close-up of sliding PVC strip curtains stacked to the side of an industrial doorway, highlighting transparent curtain strips and smooth storage along sliding track.

Storage Options

The strip curtains can slide to the side of the opening in several ways. Bear in mind that storage space is roughly 1:1 — for example, a 3 m wide opening requires approximately 3 m of clear wall space to one side. If space is tight, a bi-parting arrangement splits the curtain so each half stores on opposite sides, halving the required clearance. This is particularly useful in narrow service corridors and tight loading bays common in older UK industrial units.

Easy Glide Roller Wheels

Rolling PVC strip curtains mounted with industrial wheels, showing the curtain strips gliding along a track for easy door operation

Rolling PVC strip curtain door system with clear vinyl strips and heavy-duty rollers, designed for high-traffic industrial entrances

Photo Gallery

Clear PVC sliding strip curtains installed over an industrial doorway, providing flexible access while maintaining temperature control and separation between work areas.

Industrial PVC rolling strip curtains mounted on a metal rail system in a warehouse, creating a durable and transparent barrier along a production corridor.

Heavy-duty clear PVC rolling strip curtains hanging in a factory environment, allowing visibility and airflow while separating machinery and work zones.

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