Heavy Duty Train Shed Strip Curtains (Swivel Hinge)
When it comes to safeguarding train maintenance depots and sheds, Redwood’s Heavy Duty Train Shed Strip Curtains offer unparalleled protection and durability. Designed specifically to shield large openings from the elements, birds, and debris, these curtains provide an effective barrier while allowing easy access for rolling stock and maintenance activities.
Unmatched Durability and Strength
The key to the exceptional performance of these strip curtains lies in their robust construction. The system features a heavy-duty galvanised steel swivel hinge rail that ensures maximum strength and durability. The rail is engineered to be the toughest in the UK, designed to withstand the rigours of heavy-duty use. It is not self-supporting, so it must be mounted onto a structurally sound surface spanning the entire opening. The curtains themselves are made from standard clear PVC strips, each 400mm wide and 4mm thick, securely bolted onto the rail for added strength.
Easy Installation and Versatility
Installation of these curtains is straightforward but requires attention to detail. The rails can be fitted either face or soffit mounted depending on the selected bracket. The PVC strips come pre-punched with hanging holes that align perfectly with the rail setup. Although the M8 nuts and bolts required for securing the strips are included, fixings for mounting the rail to the surface are not provided and should be supplied by the installer. Once in place, the strips slot into the swivel hinges and are fastened with the provided bolts.
High-Quality PVC for Optimal Performance
The standard clear PVC used in these curtains is renowned for its excellent clarity and flexibility. This material is a staple in the industry for its ability to provide effective screening while allowing light to pass through with minimal distortion. The PVC is highly impact-resistant and acts as an effective noise barrier. It is also treated with anti-UV filters to help protect against sunlight, ensuring longer-lasting performance.
Practical Considerations
The strip curtains are supplied rolled-up, which may cause the base of the strips to curl upwards initially. This residual curl will typically flatten out over time, though it may take longer in colder conditions. To expedite this process, you can unroll and leave the strips to flatten overnight or reverse-roll them. Applying gentle heat can also help.
Key Details
- Kit Contents: Galvanised steel rail, PVC strips prepped for hanging, and fitting instructions.
- Temperature Range: Suitable for use in temperatures from 0°C to +40°C.
- Fixing Brackets Options: Available in R1 (face fitting), R2 (soffit fitting), and R3 (90° stand-off).
- Certification: DOP free and fully compliant with REACH regulations.
- Longevity: PVC is a consumable product, and its lifespan depends on usage and environmental conditions. For extended durability, it is recommended to fit the curtains in sheltered locations.
In summary, Redwood’s Heavy Duty Train Shed Strip Curtains combine robust materials with practical design to deliver a high-performance solution for protecting train sheds and maintenance areas. Whether you need to shield against weather or maintain an efficient workflow, these curtains offer the reliability and strength required for demanding environments.
Key Details:
Kit Contents: Rails to span your width. Set of PVC strips cut to length and prepped ready to hang. Fitting instructions.
Recommended Temperature Range: 0°C to +40°C
Hanging Parts: 1” Galvanised M/W Tube (BS1387), galvanised steel shell hinges, UPVC spacers
PVC Type: Standard Clear
Fixing Brackets Options: R1 (face fitting), R2 (soffit fitting), R3 (90° stand-off)
Fixings: M8 nuts and bolts are supplied to attach PVC strips to the rail’s swivel hinges. But fixings for attaching the rails mounting brackets to your fitting surface are NOT. These need to be supplied by installer and be suitable for fitting surface.
Certification: DOP free. Complies fully with all REACH regulations.
Longevity: PVC strip is considered a consumable product. How fast it’s consumed is beyond any manufacturer’s or supplier’s control. Its lifespan will be dictated by where it’s used, what type of traffic might move through it and how carefully (or aggressively) such traffic does so. To help maximise its working life, we always recommend that PVC curtains are fitted internally behind doors or openings that can provide a degree of shelter. If they’re fitted outside of a doorway or building, fully exposed to the elements all day and night, they can deteriorate and/or lose clarity more quickly. The rate of this will depend entirely on the severity of the local weather. We have some customers who replace their PVC annually… others who’ve had the same for many, many years.
NOTE: All dimensions nominal. Subject to original manufacturer’s standard tolerances.
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