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Description
Clear ribbed PVC strip, cut to the length you need, for strip curtains that take a beating from forklifts, pallet trucks and trolleys. Each strip carries raised ribs, about 2mm deep, running down its full length. When a truck pushes through, it rubs on the ribs rather than the flat face of the strip, so the curtain scratches less and stays clearer for longer. Use these plain lengths to repair a curtain that clamps or bolts its strips in place, to make up a new curtain on a rail you already have, or to replace worn smooth strips at a busy doorway. Choose standard grade for ambient doors or polar grade for cold stores and freezers, in lengths from 1000mm to 5000mm.
Why ribbed strip lasts longer at busy doors
The ribs take the wear. Smooth PVC turns cloudy where forks, pallets and trolleys drag across it, and a cloudy curtain is a safety problem because drivers and pedestrians stop seeing each other. On ribbed strip the contact falls on the raised ribs, which protects the clear body of the strip between them.
Still a full barrier. Ribbed strip seals a doorway, holds back draughts, dust and noise and saves heat in the same way as smooth strip, so you can mix it into an existing clear curtain or build a whole curtain from it.
The right grade for the temperature. Standard grade suits 0°C to +40°C. Polar grade has extra plasticiser and stays flexible in the cold, rated 0°C to -25°C. Polar grade is for cold areas only: in a warm building it can feel sticky and drag on people passing through.
- Raised ribs along the length cut scratching and scuffing
- Stays clear for longer, so traffic can see through
- Standard or polar grade, 200mm to 400mm wide
- Plain cut ends: no plate, holes or fixings
Where it is used
Warehouse and distribution centre doorways, loading bays, factory traffic routes, workshops and forklift access points, plus cold stores, chiller rooms and freezer doors in the polar grade. Anywhere a smooth curtain keeps turning cloudy within months is a good candidate for ribbed strip.
Which size and grade do I need?
| Strip | Recommended max drop | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 200mm x 2mm | 3m | Pedestrian and trolley doors, light commercial |
| 300mm x 3mm | 5.5m | Warehouses, general industrial doors, forklift routes |
| 400mm x 4mm (standard grade only) | 10m | Large industrial openings and heavy vehicle traffic |
To repair a curtain, match the width and thickness of the strips already on it, and match the grade: polar grade where the room runs below 0°C, standard everywhere else. Measure an old strip end to end for the length. Lengths run from 1000mm to 5000mm in 200mm steps. If you fall between two, go up one and trim with a sharp knife against a straight edge. Need 400mm x 4mm longer than 5m, up to 10m? Call us for a quote.
Already have hook-on, swivel hinge or twin track rails?
These strips are plain. For a flat stainless hook-on rail choose our hook-on ribbed strips or, for freezers, the hook-on ribbed freezer strips, both supplied with the plate fitted. For heavy swivel hinge doors see our swivel hinge ribbed strips, and for twin track rails the twin track ribbed strips, punched or drilled ready to fit.
Specifications
| Material | Clear flexible ribbed PVC, raised ribs about 2mm deep along the length |
|---|---|
| Grades | Standard: 0°C to +40°C. Polar grade: 0°C to -25°C |
| Sizes | Standard 200 x 2mm, 300 x 3mm, 400 x 4mm. Polar grade 200 x 2mm, 300 x 3mm |
| Lengths | 1000mm to 5000mm, in 200mm steps |
| Ends | Square cut, no plate, holes or fixings |
| Compliance | DOP free, REACH compliant |
| Sold | Per strip. Set the quantity to the number of strips you need |
| Minimum order | 10 strips |
| Fire rating | Not published for this line |
Fitting and care
Strips are cut from the roll and travel rolled, so a slight curl is normal. Unroll them flat overnight before fitting and the curl drops out, more slowly in the cold. Fit inside the doorway where you can, as full exposure to weather shortens PVC life. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth, not solvents or abrasive pads.
Frequently asked questions
Can I mix ribbed strips into my smooth clear curtain?
Yes. Ribbed strip is just as clear and the same width and thickness as smooth strip of the same size, so you can replace only the strips in the wheel track where trucks pass.
Can I use the standard grade in a freezer?
No. Standard grade is rated 0°C to +40°C and stiffens in the cold. Choose polar grade for cold stores and freezers.
Can I use polar grade in a warm warehouse?
It is not recommended. Above 0°C polar grade can feel sticky and drag on people and goods passing through.
Do these come with plates or holes?
No, they are plain strips. For strips ready to hang, see the hook-on, swivel hinge and twin track ribbed strips above.
Why is there a minimum order?
Strips are cut to order, so we supply a minimum of 10 per order. Need fewer, or a length outside this range? Call 01744 520 110.
Need a lot of one size?
If you need 30 metres or more of one size, our 50m ribbed PVC roll costs less per metre. For smooth strip see our clear PVC strip cut to length and freezer PVC strip cut to length.
Ordering and delivery
Choose the grade, size and length, set the quantity to the number of strips, add to basket and check out online, with Express UK Delivery to your site. For large quantities or several sizes, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk.
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Minimum order 10 pcs