PVC strip curtains are versatile, cost-effective, and provide an effective solution for maintaining hygiene standards, controlling temperature and humidity, reducing noise, and protecting workers from hazardous materials. In this article, we will go through the top 10 industries that can benefit from the use of PVC strip curtains.

Cold Storage and Warehouse Industry

The cold storage and warehouse industry rely heavily on temperature control to prevent spoilage and maintain product quality. PVC strip curtains can help to reduce energy costs by preventing heat loss and cold air escape. They are an ideal choice for doorways and entryways as they provide an effective barrier against temperature changes.

Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage industry demands strict hygiene standards to ensure the safety of the products. PVC strip curtains can help to maintain these standards by preventing contamination from insects, dust, and other pollutants. They also provide temperature control, keeping the workspace comfortable and cool.

Manufacturing Industry

The manufacturing industry produces noise, dust, and debris, which can affect the health and safety of workers. PVC strip curtains can reduce noise levels, prevent the entry of dust and debris, and provide temperature and humidity control. They also help to section off hazardous areas, improving workplace safety.

Automotive Industry

The automotive industry produces dust, debris, and harmful particles that can affect the health of workers. PVC strip curtains provide an effective barrier against these particles, preventing them from entering the workspace. They also reduce noise and help to maintain temperature control, providing a comfortable working environment.

Pharmaceutical Industry

In the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining a sterile environment is essential for the safety and efficacy of the products. PVC strip curtains prevent contamination by controlling airflow, regulating temperature and humidity levels.

Retail Industry

In the retail industry, PVC strip curtains provide temperature control and reduce energy costs by maintaining a comfortable temperature in the store. They also reduce noise, providing a comfortable shopping experience for customers.

Agriculture Industry

In agriculture, PVC strip curtains are ideal for maintaining temperature control in greenhouses, preventing heat loss, and controlling humidity levels. They also prevent pests and harmful particles from entering the greenhouse, providing an effective barrier for ventilation.

Healthcare Industry

In the healthcare industry, PVC strip curtains maintain the sterility of the production area, preventing contamination of medical equipment. They also regulate temperature and humidity levels, ensuring the safety and efficacy of the products.

Chemical Industry

The chemical industry produces harmful chemicals and dust particles that can affect the health and safety of workers. PVC strip curtains provide an effective barrier, preventing the escape of these particles and protecting workers from exposure.

Hospitality Industry

In the hospitality industry, PVC strip curtains help to maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas by preventing the entry of insects, dust, and dirt. They also regulate temperature and humidity levels, creating a comfortable environment for guests.

 

There are plenty more industries that benefit from our curtains, but these are the top 10 that spring to mind. If you feel like your company would benefit from a temperature controlled and dust containment solution, then buy our made-to-measure PVC strip curtains today.

Here at PVC Strip, we supply made-to-measure welding grade PVC curtains manufactured to suit your unique requirements. The welding curtains add an additional layer of protection in the welding workspace, offering protection and safety for workers and maximising the area, improving overall productivity.

The Importance of Using a Welding Curtain

A welding curtain is a relatively simple product, designed to protect workers from serious injuries by shielding them from welding arcs. Welding arcs produce a large amount of heat, which can lead to burn injuries to nearby workers if exposed to them.

However, the heat from the welding arc is not the only factor that can cause injury. Welding arcs produce powerful UV light, which can also harm nearby worker’s eyes if they are not wearing the appropriate eye protection.

PVC Strip uses high quality welding grade PVC to provide the ultimate protection against dangerous UV rays. The PVC is naturally dark in colour, however, when light radiates behind the screen, visibility is improved allowing workers to be observed without risking harm from damaging UV rays.

Giving privacy to the welders can improve productivity in the workplace. Without welding curtains, they can be easily disturbed due to other noise, or they might be worried about colleagues approaching which can distract the welder.

Choosing a Welding Curtain

While all the welding curtains we supply create a barrier around a welding area, there are different types you should be aware of. Some are a solid colour, whereas others are a semi-transparent colour. With semi-transparency, you can see through the welding curtain which can be useful in a workplace, as you will be able to see other workers outside of the curtain.

Size is another factor to consider when choosing welding curtains. They are available in a range of sizes, with some specifically designed for a large work area, whereas others are designed for smaller areas.

The PVC screens are manufactured to suit either a sliding track suspension system (which requires fixing across the entire width) or tension wires and clips. The screen can be fully retractable when not in use and we can include eyelets for fixing along the top and sides, access points, weighted bottoms, and Velcro seams to ensure you achieve the optimal solution for your application.

When ordering our PVC Strip welding curtains we will need to understand your exact requirements prior to offering a quotation. We need to know:

• Opening width
• Opening height
• Your chosen suspension system
• Colour preference (semi-transparent or solid)
• Do you require any access points, weighted hems, or Velcro seams?

If you would like to learn more about our welding curtains or any of our other PVC strip curtains or products, please don’t hesitate to give our friendly team a call on 01925 638753 – we look forward to hearing from you.

You must clean your PVC strip curtains regularly otherwise you will start to notice dirt gathering on the strips which could lead to you having to completely discard them. The dirtier the curtains become, the harder they will be to clean.

Here are a few tips for when you come to clean your PVC strip curtains:

1. Clean the surrounding area

Before you clean the curtains, assess the area where your curtains are located. If placed in an indoor area, think about cleaning the area itself before the curtains. Most of the dirt on the curtains will be from the dirt and dust on the floor, which will have been kicked up by foot traffic and forklifts. Placing the curtains in a clean area, will lead to the curtains taking a longer time to get dirty. Also consider this if you are planning to install new PVC strip curtains.

2. Wiping down the PVC Strip Curtains

Once you have cleaned the area, give the curtains a simple wipe down with a dry cloth to remove any loose dirt. Next, wipe the curtains using a bucket of warm water and a sponge. You’ll be able to see most of the dust and dirt has been lifted from the curtain.

If you are now happy with how your curtains look, you can end the cleaning process here and repeat it again in the future.

3. Soak Cleaning

You might find after the cleaning, the PVC strip curtains are scratched, in which case you’ll be able to see small granules of dirt embedded in these scratches, making them harder to get rid of by just wiping the strips. In this case, soaking could be the perfect alternative.

Firstly, take the PVC strips down from their hangings – it is up to you whether to soak the curtains individually or all at once. Soak the curtains into a bowl of water for a couple of hours. When this time has passed, lift them carefully out of the water and give them a final wipe down.

4. Further Cleaning

If you are still unhappy with the appearance of your curtains, you will need to use chemical-based solutions. Be aware though, that there are certain chemicals, such as solvent-based cleaners that can cause damage to the material.

However, bleach can be used, especially if it is watered down considerably. Just to be sure, test the bleach solution on a small section of the PVC curtain to ensure there is no discolouration and that the PVC Strip doesn’t take on a cloudy appearance.

Once you are happy that the solution will not damage the curtains, you can now proceed and use the cleaner. Make sure to wash the curtains thoroughly after this stage. Do not mix your cleaners as it can damage the curtains.

If you would to learn more on how to clean PVC Strip Curtains, please give us a call on 01925 638753 – we look forward to hearing from you.

Here at PVC Strip, we supply a range of high-quality PVC products including PVC strip curtains, PVC welding screens, and PVC sheets. One of our most popular products is PVC strip curtains, which are designed to create an easy access doorway in many settings such as pedestrian doorways, industrial doorways, hospitality, and schools and nurseries.

All of our PVC products are manufactured to last long-term, made from durable and thick PVC. However, just like any other product that is used daily, they can become damaged from age and constant usage. We are proud to be one of the UK’s largest distributors and manufacturers of PVC strip curtains, and we are experts in the industry. With this in mind, we know what damage you should look out for when maintaining your curtains. Find below, a list of what you need to look out for.

Scratches

PVC curtains are incredibly tough, and they are designed for day-to-day use in places such as warehouses. Scratches are one of the most common forms of PVC damage, as a result of continuous exploitation. The transparent PVC can become very scratched and marked over time, which causes the material to become cloudy and opaque. Unfortunately, the scratches can build up to a point where visibility is significantly reduced, which may put your workers at risk. Eventually, it will need replacing.

Cracks

PVC is available in a range of grades (standard, welding, perforated, and so on), which are suited for different applications. Particularly in colder temperatures, the PVC grade must be chosen appropriately, for it to withstand the climate. If you have installed PVC strip curtains in a fridge or freezer setting, polar grade PVC should have been used. In the case that a different grade has been used, it will become rigid from suffering from too much pressure. At PVC Strip, we offer hospitality curtain kits that are obtainable in polar grade, and that will remain flexible and soft up to -40 degrees.

Flexibility

PVC curtains endure a lot of stress, which causes them to become stiff. When PVC loses its flexibility, it will be harder to pass through them, and you will need to think about replacing them.

Missing Pieces

Missing chunks and rips are a fairly rare occurrence, as PVC is very thick however, with repetitive use and contact with heavy machinery and equipment, they can become damaged. If you notice that your curtains have missing chunks, it would be wise to replace them.

Discolouration

PVC can become discoloured from both age and stubborn dirt. One of the primary reasons for installing PVC curtains is because they are clear, dividing doorway areas for easy access and visibility. If your PVC curtains are discoloured, it defeats their purpose. Hopefully, by cleaning your curtains the dirt should reduce but, if the PVC itself has altered, it might be time for a change.

If you need to replace your PVC strip curtains, we offer PVC strip rolls per metre or 50 metre, that can be purchased in various grades, thicknesses, and colours to meet your specific needs. These products will save you both time and money, as you do not need to purchase a whole new curtain kit.

If you require replacement PVC strips, contact us today on 01925 638753 or email sales@pvc-strip.co.uk, and our team will be more than happy to help! Please feel free to browse our extensive range of other PVC products on our website too.

When we think of the most common use for PVC strip curtains, most of us will automatically think of vast warehouses, cold rooms, or walk in freezers, but did you know that a popular environment for utilising PVC strip curtains is in schools and nurseries?

There is a lot to be gained by fitting school and nursery PVC strip curtains to areas within a school, pre-school, or nursery, but in our opinion, the main benefit for investing in these easy to install curtains is that they can vastly improve the ease at which staff and, most importantly, the children, can move between indoor classrooms and outdoor play areas.

This improvement in access will then promote and encourage the involvement in outdoor play. By encouraging a positive relationship with the outdoors, young children in nurseries, pre-schools, and schools can improve their problem-solving skills and creativity, which in turn can lead to children being encouraged to be more self-sufficient, independent, and confident in themselves and their surroundings, which leads to happier children!

This natural growth in children is considered a great benefit to inspiring children to be more receptive in the classroom environment, whilst at the same time improving their physical health through increased outdoor play and allowing them the opportunity to develop strong teamworking skills that could prove instrumental in their future.

As well as improving the physical movement between the indoor and outdoor environments of the staff and children, PVC strip curtains also aid the airflow between rooms and improves temperature control of the rooms, preventing sleep-inducing stuffiness in the warmer summer months! Another benefit to note is the ability of PVC strip curtains to keep unwanted pests at bay – they are designed to keep out flying insects (including scary wasps!) and also airborne pollution.

Here at PVC-Strip, we offer child-friendly plastic strip curtains which have been designed especially for use in schools and nurseries. These curtains are manufactured in line with the practise guidelines offered by the DCSF and EYFS regarding freedom of indoor/outdoor play.  All of our plastic strip curtains in this range are stocked and ready for immediate dispatch and prices start at just £99.00.

If you would like to hear more about our school and nursery PVC strip curtain kits, or any of our other PVC strip curtains or products, please don’t hesitate to give our friendly team a call on 01925 638753 – we look forward to hearing from you.