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PVC strip curtains have a wide variety of uses. A few uses for strip curtains include:

• Temperature Control:
  PVC strip curtains are used to control temperature by acting as barriers against heat loss or gain. They help to maintain consistent temperatures in environments such as cold storage facilities, walk-in freezers, refrigerators, and climate-controlled areas.
• Energy Conservation:
  By preventing the escape of conditioned air and minimizing the intrusion of external air, PVC strip curtains contribute to energy conservation. They reduce heating or cooling costs in buildings, warehouses, and industrial facilities by improving insulation and efficiency.

• Dust and Debris Containment:
  In manufacturing plants, warehouses, and workshops, PVC strip curtains help to contain dust, debris, and airborne particles. They create barriers that minimize the spread of contaminants, protecting products, equipment, and personnel from pollution and damage.
• Noise Reduction:
  PVC strip curtains can act as noise barriers, reducing the transmission of sound between different areas. They are often used in industrial settings to dampen noise levels, improve working conditions, and comply with noise regulations.
• Insect and Pest Control:
  In agricultural settings, food processing facilities, and commercial kitchens, PVC strip curtains serve as barriers against insects, pests, and rodents. They help to prevent infestations and protect crops, food products, and sensitive equipment from contamination.
• Privacy and Partitioning:
  PVC strip curtains are used to create partitioned areas and provide privacy in open spaces such as warehouses, offices, and retail environments. They can delineate workspaces, storage areas, and production zones while maintaining visibility and accessibility.
• Traffic Management:
  In high-traffic areas such as loading docks, doorways, and entrances, PVC strip curtains facilitate the smooth movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and equipment. They allow easy passage while effectively controlling airflow and temperature.

PVC strip curtains are versatile and can be used in a variety of settings and industries due to their numerous benefits. Here are some common applications:

1. Industrial Facilities:
PVC strip curtains are widely used in industrial environments such as manufacturing plants, warehouses, and distribution centres. They help to control temperature, humidity, and dust while allowing easy access for forklifts, personnel, and machinery.

2. Cold Storage Facilities:
In cold storage facilities like walk-in freezers, refrigerators, and cold rooms, PVC strip curtains act as barriers against temperature loss, preventing cold air from escaping and warm air from entering. This helps to maintain the required temperature levels and reduces energy costs. We also offer a low-temperature grade PVC specifically made for colder temperatures (up to-25°C).

3. Food Processing:
PVC strip curtains are used in food processing facilities to separate different areas, maintain hygiene standards, and control temperature and humidity levels. They help to prevent cross-contamination, dust, and pests while allowing visibility and easy access for personnel and equipment. We offer a food safe PVC for PVC that will come in contact with food products.

4. Retail Spaces:
Retail environments such as supermarkets, grocery stores, and department stores use PVC strip curtains to create partitioned areas, control climate conditions, and improve energy efficiency. They can also be used as barriers in walk-in coolers and freezers.

5. Automotive Industry:
In automotive workshops, garages, and car wash facilities, PVC strip curtains are employed to separate work areas, control noise levels, and contain dust, fumes, and debris. They also facilitate easy movement of vehicles and personnel.

6. Agriculture:
PVC strip curtains find applications in agricultural settings such as barns, poultry farms, and greenhouses. They help to regulate temperature, humidity, and airflow while protecting crops and livestock from pests, wind, and adverse weather conditions.

7. Cleanrooms and Laboratories:
Cleanrooms, laboratories, and research facilities use PVC strip curtains to create controlled environments, prevent contamination, and maintain sterility. They provide visibility and accessibility while minimizing airflow disruptions. We offer an antibacterial PVC range to kill bacteria on contact.

8. Commercial Kitchens:
Commercial kitchens and food service establishments utilize PVC strip curtains to separate kitchen areas, control temperature, humidity, and odors, and improve sanitation practices. They also help to contain grease, steam, and cooking smells. We offer a food safe PVC for PVC that will come in contact with food products.

Overall, PVC strip curtains are highly adaptable and can be used in various industries and environments where temperature control, energy efficiency, hygiene, and accessibility are important considerations.

Installing strip curtains is extremely easy. They can be installed with just a few simple tools that can be found in and around most workplaces. Installing strip curtains involves the following steps:

1 Measure The Doorway
Measure the width and height of the opening to determine the size of the strip curtains needed. Ensure you have enough strips to cover the entire width of the opening.

2 Trim The Rail
If the rail is too long and doesn’t fit correctly, you may need to trim it to the size of the opening.

3 Hanging Methods

Face Fix – The rail should sit flush on the wall and overhang slightly if you choose this option.

Lintel Fix – The rail should sit flush on the underside of the opening if you choose this option

4 Hang Rail Correctly

Face Fix – If you have chosen to Face Fix your rail, fix your rail above the doorway frame or opening as the diagram indicates. Ensure that the rail over hangs.

Lintel Fix – If you have chosen to Lintel Fix your rail, fix your rail to the top of the doorway frame or opening as the diagram indicates. Make sure the rail is flush with the lintel in the opening.

5 Make Sure The Rail Is Level
Make sure the rail is fitted correctly and is level.

6 Hanging The Strips
Once the rail is fitted correctly, you can begin hanging the PVC strips. Place them as indicated in the diagrams, ensuring to adhere to the overlap that you purchased.

7 Overlapping The Strips
Once the first layer of strips have been placed on the rail (fig 1), you will need to add a secondary layer to add an overlap (fig 2). This ensures that the doorway is properly insulated, keeping the doorway protected from the elements.

Make sure to turn the top layer (secondary layer) of strips as indicated in the diagram below. This prevents the strip curtains from curling and ensures a better seal, ensuring that the doorway is properly insulated.

We use a maximum and minimum overlap amount. When placing strips, make sure to use the overlap amount that you chose when purchasing the strips. See the diagram for guidance if you require assistance.

If you require more help with installing your PVC strip curtains, feel free to read our more in-depth guide on how to install strip curtains. Feel free to download our printable Strip Curtain Installation Guide if this will help you. You can also contact us for any questions or if you require additional help with your installation.

1. Determine the appropriate location for the stainless-steel hanging rail/rails above the doorway or opening. Ensure that the rail is positioned at the desired height and centred over the opening.
2. If necessary, use a hacksaw or a similar cutting tool to cut the rails to your exact length, ensuring a proper fit for your specific opening.
3. Using your desired fixing method (such as screws or bolts), securely attach the rails to the structure above the opening. Make sure to use appropriate fasteners for the type of material you are mounting the rails to (e.g., wood, metal, concrete).
4. Use a spirit level to check that the rail is fitted correctly and is level. This is essential to ensure that the PVC strips hang evenly and provide an effective seal when the opening is closed.

Installation times depend on the type of hanging system you have to install.

With our most popular Hook On Rail System, the process is rather quick and only requires you to mount the rail to the wall and then hang the PVC strip curtains on the rail. This process is simple and only takes a few minutes. If the PVC strips that you have on hand are not attached to plates yet then this process can a bit longer, as you’ll have to attach the PVC strips to the plates and then hang these on the rail.

If you are using our Quickmount System, the process only takes a matter of minutes and requires only a few basic tools. This method doesn’t require any PVC strips to be assembled with plates. The strips just need to be punched and hung on the Quickmount system.

If this seems too complicated, we also offer pre-built curtains with plates already attached to the PVC strips which makes assembling these strip curtains extremely simple and reduces the assembly time drastically. These come with all the hardware you need to hang your PVC strip curtains and they also come with a handy installation guide. They are also made to the exact dimensions you require and we work out exactly how many hardware items you need. We highly recommended this option if you are unfamiliar with installing your PVC strip curtains. Simply go to the Build Your Own PVC Strip Curtain page to easily create your own.

Let us know if we can assist you further, should you require the assistance.

Compared to our competitors, we are by far the most environmentally friendly. We avoid using dangerous phthalates in PVC, making our PVC recyclable and safer for the environment, as well as the people that use it. We also ensure to follow strict industrial methods that reduces our carbon footprint and we make use of renewable energy sources wherever we can.

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Clearway PVC generally offers greater chemical resistance than many other flexible PVC brands. However, to determine whether it is suitable for a specific application, we would need to know the exact chemicals it may come into contact with. Please refer to the chart below for detailed information on the chemical resistance properties of our PVC:

 
Clearway PVC Chemical Resistance Chart