How Do You Attach A Curtain To a Sloped Roof / Ceiling? Attaching a curtain wall to a sloped ceiling / roof is a very common application. Depending on if you want to have a static position curtain or an operable curtain that rolls open will dictate which hardware you will need to use. The […]
Building Permits Needed?
Do the curtain walls need a building permit? Curtain walls are considered temporary walls which do not require building permits. However, you should always check with your local municipality to ensure there are no issues.
Curtain Tracks | Dimensions
Track Dimensions Standard Track Roller Hook Standard Hook Standard 1″ Roller Hook Trolleys Description Choose a trolley that best fits the item that you want to hang on the overhead trolley. Nylon wheels are for lighter load weights and steel wheels are for heavier load weights. The steel wheels have ball bearings for easy rolling. All […]
Choosing a Professional Installer or DIY
Could you tell me what your options are? Suppose you are purchasing a curtain from AKON and considering installation. This guide will help you decide whether to install your curtain or have AKON provide you with an installer or distributor for a turnkey solution. Installation Options Option #1 – Performing Your Own Installation It is actually […]
Installation Directions
Curtains With Track Wall Mount – Hardware Threaded Rod Mount – Hardware Chain or Cable Mount – Hardware I-Beam Mount – Hardware Ceiling Mount – Hardware Wind Curtain Installation Directions USDA Stainless Steel Track – Standard Duty Free-Standing Curtains Free-Standing Curtains Free-Standing Strip Doors – Video Guide Strip Curtains Strip Doors – Standard Strip Curtains – Free-Standing […]
Cutting | Sealing | Connecting Curtains
Cutting Around Abstructions Can you field cut the curtains to get around obstructions? Yes, you can cut the vinyl curtains in the field. This is common and is typically needed for a static curtains that needs to go around obstructions, such as curtain valances. The vinyl material is reinforced with an internal scrim to prevent […]
Curtain Weights
Standard Curtains 13 oz – .016″ Thick, 1.44 oz. per square foot 18 oz – .024″ Thick, 2.0 oz. per square foot 22 oz – .025″ Thick, 2.44 oz. per square foot 20 mil – 20mil Thick, 1.98 oz. per square foot 40 mil – 40mil Thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot Insulated Curtains Insulated […]
How to Measure For Your Industrial Curtain
Curtains With Track Step #1 – Width Measure the distance that you are trying to cover We will generally add 5% to this dimension to give your curtain proper drape. When you receive your quote, the hardware width will be the actual width. Step #2 – Height Measure the distance from the floor to the […]