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Using our line of industrial wash bay curtains will allow you to contain the over-spray from power washing and even painting processes. These curtains are an ideal solution for applications where complete 1, 2, 3 and 4 sided enclosures are required. Common applications are vehicle wash bays, truck wash bays, garage wash bays, and other industrial uses.

For food processing facilities, please look at our USDA Grade Wash Down Curtains.

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Vehicle Wash Bay Curtain Benefits

Wash bay curtains are designed to contain the flying mud, water, and debris from wash down applications. Containing these elements into a defined car wash enclosure ensures that other areas stay clean and dry. Some other benefits include:

Inexpensive versus fixed walls
Quickly deployed with industrial roller curtain track
Available in many colors to match your shop or automotive dealership
Generally improves working conditions
Quickly pushed out of the way when not needed
Washing curtains are easy to clean and replace if needed

Wash Bay Curtain Features

The car wash bay curtains have several features which make them long lasting and economical solutions for wash bays.

Durable 18oz Vinyl reinforced with a polyester mesh scrim
Clear 20mil Vinyl vision panel to allow a line of sight
Vinyl meets NFPA 701 & California State Fire Marshall Standards
Strong 16 gauge galvanized steel track which resists rusting
Hemmed edges for a clean finished look
Resistant to almost all wash down chemicals
5 year Warranty on all curtains!
Lifetime Warranty on all Hardware!

Mounting Options

Wash Bay – Hardware Options

There are several methods that you can use to support your wash bay curtains. These include our roller track which can be supported from above as shown on the graphic to the left.

Akon also offers a free-standing wash bay curtain which is supported from the floor. Please keep in mind that free-standing welding curtains can only be 10′ in height.

Click here to view all of the curtain mounting options.

Curtain Options

Curtain – Optional Components

Based on your needs you can customize your curtain in several ways to match your dealership or factory colors.

Custom logos can be added for a professional look
Many colors to choose from
Chain weights to minimize curtain movement
Vision panels to allow line of sight
Floor sweeps to keep water from getting past the curtain
Walk through strip doors can also be included

Common Questions

Should I include the Vision Panel?
Are the curtains easy to wash when dirty?

Should I include the Vision Panel?

It’s important to consider how you intend to use your wash down curtains. For instance if you have an unsightly work area then you might not want to choose the clear vision panel. However, if you want to increase safety and allow for a brighter work area than the vision panel would be ideal. Note: The vision panel is no additional cost.
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Are the curtains easy to wash when dirty?

These wash down bay curtains are very easy to clean due to the nature of the material they are made of. The Vinyl is very smooth which means you can generally clean them by simply washing them off with a hose. If you need to clean them further, simply use a mild detergent and a rag to wipe them.
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Hardware

Curtains

Colors

Accesories

Benifits

Layouts

Hardware

Rolling Hardware

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 20' in height

Static Hardware

Aluminum angle - Use with self tapping Tek screws
I-beam clamps - Clamps onto the flange of beams, joists and purlins

Curtains

Opaque Curtains - 13oz, 18oz, 22oz

Vinyl coated polyester reinforced with scrim
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
18oz and 22oz are outdoor rated
Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as -10° F to 160° F
All colors are the same price
13 oz = .016″ thick, 1.44 oz. per square foot
18 oz = .020″ thick, 2.0 oz. per square foot
22 oz = .024″ thick, 2.44 oz. per square foot

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Clear Curtains - 20mil and 40mil

Clear double polished PVC
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
Outdoor rated
Finished edges for clean crisp apperance
Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
20 mil = 20mil thick, 1.98 oz. per square foot
40 mil = 40mil thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot

Tinted Curtains - 14mil and 40mil

Ideal for welding applications
Blocks most UV radiation for welding
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
40mil is outdoor rated
Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to to 140° F
14 mil = 14mil thick, 1.44 oz. per square foot
40 mil = 40mil thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot

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Colors

Accesories

Curtain Features

Clear Vision Panels

Vision panels can be added to allow for a clear line
of site through the curtain. Standard vision panels
are 54" in height but can be made to any size.

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 slope of the roof.

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 6″ tall and 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 wear them out.

Anchor Straps

Velcro straps hold your curtain in place if wind
is present or a more secure curtain is required.
These anchors feature Velcro straps which loop
through a D-ring which is anchored into the
cement floor. Typically spaced every 4'.

Seal Velcro

Seal Velcro also known as adhesive Velcro sticks
onto your curtain and can be installed in the field.
Please note that this is not ideal for cold
temperature applications or high-frequency use.

Chain Weights

If you have a slight breeze or are power washing
near the curtain then we can add a galvanized
3/16" chain weight to the bottom of the curtain.

Connecting Curtains

Velcro

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

Magnets

Seal magnets are an idea 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, fork lifts or
heavy foot traffic.

Roll Up Doors

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

Benifits

Key Benefits

Less expensive than rigid walls
Can be taken down quickly when not needed
Can be re-purused in other areas
Ability to purchase more curtains and attach to existing curtains
Divide work areas quickly
Industrial curtains improve worker safety
Quick to roll out of way when not in use
Easy to clean with slick surface of Vinyl
Contain air migration, odors, dust, overspray
Lifetime warranty on all hardware and 5 year warranty on curtains

Layouts

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.