OVERVIEW

Each aspect of the AKON, LLC Food Grade Approved and Certified Curtains has been specifically designed to help maintain a safe and sanitary environment for food processing plants. Our list of end users for the product include Frito-Lay, Nestle, Pepsi, Kraft and numerous other food processing plants throughout the United States and Canada. This product has been well received by end users since its inception into our product line. Thus, we stand behind this product as your trusted source to keep your plant clean and your workers and equipment safe year-round.

Stay In Compliance With Approved Curtains

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Key Benefits of the Food Grade Approved Curtains

Curtain material is constructed from 40 mil USDA grade clear non-porous flexible PVC leaving bacteria with no place to grow. Traditional PVC curtain materials can collect bacteria and create an unsanitary environment if left untreated.
Stainless steel “open top” track and trolley system minimizes crevices and allows for a constant airflow across the hardware. This design eliminates dark, stagnant areas created by enclosed track systems where bacteria can harvest and grow.
Design prevents cross contamination between processing lines. End users of this food grade approved curtain system are drawn to the curtains ability to sanitarily contain one area from another, for example preventing ingredients from one mixing process from entering another mixing process in their plant.
Effectively reduce process line shut down during wash down cycles by creating a sanitary barrier between the areas with the food grade accredited curtains.
Double reinforced top hem and no hems on bottom or vertical edges. Overlapped hems and sewn hems leave yet another place for bacteria to enter and grow. A custom top hem that eliminates the “bubble effect” created by an overlapped hem but still offers the durability that a top hem demands from not only the weight of the curtain but from day-to-day pulling and sliding by plant workers.

Slick Clean Surface

Food Grade Curtains - USDA Wash Down Curtains

Food Grade Curtains Stay Clean

Curtain panel sections overlap on trolley hooks eliminate the need for Velcro connections. Velcro connections made from traditional nylon and polyester inevitably become wet and dirty in a food processing environment. With each panel section overlapping by 12” or more on the hardware trolley hooks, you can effectively prevent wash break-through and cross-contamination while at the same time maintaining the sanitary environment that you demand.
All surfaces of the food grade certified curtain are wash down capable.
The extruded PVC is the clearest in the industry. While some extruders of flexible PVC can have a “cloudy” tint, our PVC material has been praised for its excellent clarity for over 20 years.
Custom sizes and radius bends available. No matter what your size or scope of project is, AKON LLC can custom manufacture a solution for your specific application.
Order accuracy assurance. AKON, LLC takes getting your order right as top priority. For any order, approval drawings are created by engineers and are required to be signed and dated before production.

Easy Install

Food Grade curtains come with grommets at the top making hanging the curtains quick and easy with or without the curtain track.

Inexpensive

Food Grade curtains are about 1/3rd of the cost of other separation methods such as rigid walls systems and are easy to store.

Separate Workers

Food Grade curtain walls are ideal for separating workers, allergens, washing, packaging and many other food production operations.

Guard From Spray

Food Grade curtains are quick to deploy which will keep your non-wash down areas clean and dry and away from bystanders.

Superior Protection And Durability

Hardware Curtains Colors Accessories Benefits How to Measure

Hardware

Curtain Track

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 Mount Hardware

Industrial Curtain Hanging Options

Aluminum Angle - Use with self tapping Tek screws to pinch curtain to angle.
Grommets Only - You can then use many DIY methods to hang the curtains.
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 -25° F to 160° F
All colors are the same price
13oz = .016″ thick, 1.44 oz. per square foot
18oz = .020″ thick, 2.0 oz. per square foot (Most Common)
22oz = .024″ thick, 2.44 oz. per square foot

Clear Curtains - 20mil and 40mil

Clear double polished PVC
NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
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 140° F
20 mil = 20mil thick, 1.98 oz. per square foot (Most Common)
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 (Most Common)
40 mil = 40mil thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot

Colors

Accessories

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 purling.
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

Velcro 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. View Styles

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. View Styles

Benefits

Key Benefits

Less expensive than rigid walls
Can be taken down quickly when not needed
Can be re-purposed 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, over-spray
Lifetime warranty on all hardware and 5 year warranty on curtains

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.

How to Measure

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.

Height

Measure the distance from the floor to the mounting point
- We will subtract 3" to account for the hardware to keep your curtain just off of the ground.
  - If you want the floor sweep option, we also subtract the 3". This will allow the floor sweep to lay slightly on the floor while the main curtain is just off of the floor.
  - If you have a sloped ceiling please provide us with the high point height and the low point height. We will assume it is a linear straight slope. More Info On Here On Slope Ceilings

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Common Questions

What is the spacing from the bottom of the track to the top of the curtain?
Standard curtains have approximately 3.75 to 1″ of a gap from the bottom of the track to the top of the curtain.

What are the dimensions of the track?

Can the track be cut to size on site?
Yes, the track is made to be field cut on site using a hack saw or Sawzall.

How much width does the radius corner add to the length?

The radius corner is 24” diameter. The radius corner will add 2 feet to each dimension.
For example, if you have 120” of curtain track then a radius corner will be make the overall length of side “A” 120”+24”=144”

How does the track go together?
The track is modular in design and will arrive in pieces that have a simple bolt together design.

How close together do I need the track supports?
The track should be supported approximately every 5' with a track support. The farther apart the track supports, the greater the deflection. If you have a relatively short in height curtain then you could space the supports out a little farther. You will receive enough track supports with your order to achieve this 5' spacing.

Can I simply drill straight through the track and into the ceiling / structure?
Yes. This is called a flush mount install and is very common. Simply drill through the middle of the track and use a small wood screw, bolt, Tek screw...ect into your structure. Space the holes about every 3-5'.

How hard is it to install the industrial curtain track?
It is very easy. All of the components simply fit into each other and connect with set screws. The installation is very intuitive. If you have any difficulty simply call or email us and we will walk you through the process.

Will the track rust? Can it be used in wet environments?
The track is Hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) which is often used to protect steel from corrosion in some of the harshest environments imaginable, yet it provides maintenance-free longevity for decades. The corrosion resistance of hot-dip galvanizing varies according to its surroundings but generally corrodes at a rate of 1/30 of bare steel in the same environment.