Train Shed PVC Strip Curtain | Heavy Duty Swivel Hinge Curtain for Railway Depots, 400mm x 4mm Clear | 2.9m to 6.3m Wide

A full-height heavy-duty clear PVC strip curtain for train sheds, railway maintenance depots and rolling stock workshops. Thick 400mm x 4mm strips are bolted into galvanised swivel hinges on a galvanised tube rail across the top of the shed door, so trains, shunting locomotives, road-rail vehicles and staff pass straight through while wind, rain, birds and blown debris are kept out of the shed. The doorway stays open for movements and in daylight, without the cost and downtime of a powered door. Strips overlap by 120mm each side (sold as 60% overlap). Choose from 13 widths, 2920mm to 6280mm, 6 heights, 3000mm to 5000mm, and 3 bracket types. Every size is priced in full inc VAT.

Why depots fit them

A warmer, drier shed. A train shed door left open for movements lets wind and rain blow the full length of the building. Closing the opening with a heavy curtain keeps the inspection roads, pits and walkways drier and makes winter shifts far more comfortable for fitters.

Birds kept off the rolling stock. Pigeons roost in open sheds and foul trains, walkways and equipment. A full-width curtain with no gaps discourages them from flying in, cutting the cleaning time before units go back into service.

Made for rail traffic. Every strip hangs from its own galvanised swivel hinge, so when a cab or locomotive pushes through, the strip swings aside instead of tearing at the top, then falls back into line behind it.

Drivers and staff can see. The PVC is clear, so drivers, shunters and people on foot see each other through the doorway, and daylight still reaches the shed.

Strips change one at a time. A damaged strip unbolts and is replaced in minutes, so the curtain is never out of action for long.

Where it is used

Train maintenance depots and carriage sheds, locomotive and rolling stock workshops, tram and light rail depots, heritage railway engine sheds, rail engineering and on-track plant depots, wheel lathe and wash buildings, and freight terminal sheds.

Choosing your size and bracket

Width. Measure between the inside edges of the shed door and choose the next width up so the outer strips cover the frame. All sizes are nominal.

Height. Measure from where the rail will sit down to the rail head or floor. Between two heights? Go up one and trim the strips on site so they finish just clear of the rails and floor.

Bracket. R1 face fix goes on the wall above the shed door and suits most buildings. R2 soffit fix goes under the lintel and takes about 40mm off the clear height. R3 stand-off fixes behind the lintel for the most clearance. Always check the kinematic envelope and any overhead equipment with your depot engineer before fitting.

Prices inc VAT for the complete kit, any bracket. Heights 3400mm, 3800mm, 4200mm and 4600mm are priced in between: pick your size above for the exact price. Wider than 6280mm, taller than 5000mm or need an access cut-out? Call us for a quote.

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Specifications

Fitting and care

The rail arrives assembled. Fix the brackets to a structurally sound wall, lintel or steel header across the full width with bolts to suit the building, then hang the rail. Slot each pre-punched strip into its hinge and bolt it with the M8 nuts and bolts supplied. Strips travel rolled: lay them flat overnight in a warm room before hanging. Trim the bottom edge so the strips clear the rail heads and do not catch in point work or pit edges. Wash down with water and a mild detergent; single damaged strips unbolt and are replaced one at a time.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering and delivery

Choose your width, height and bracket, add to basket and check out online with Express UK Delivery to your depot. For several roads, a size outside this range or an access cut-out, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk.