Industrial curtains do more than divide a space. The curtain track and hardware are just as important as the fabric. This article covers the main types of tracks and hardware, helps you choose the right products, and includes tips for ordering.
Curtain tracks come in two types: straight and curved. Straight tracks are available in 4-foot, 6-foot, and 8-foot lengths and let curtains slide back and forth. Curved tracks handle corners and turns, giving you more layout options.
Hardware connects and secures the whole system. Your first choice is how to mount it: ceiling, wall, chain, threaded rod, beam, or floor. You'll also need trolleys, supports, flanges, brackets, floor columns, and end stops.
When choosing track and hardware, consider three things: how heavy the curtain is, how often you'll use it, and the conditions of your workspace.
Industrial curtains protect workers, equipment, and supplies from dust, fumes, moisture, and airborne particles. A properly installed system can last for years with very little upkeep.
You won't find these products at most big-box stores. Home Depot, Harbor Freight, Menards, and Tractor Supply rarely stock them — and they lack the expertise to help design a full system. Dedicated suppliers like Tarps Now carry the full range and can guide you through the process.
Read on to learn more about each track and hardware product.
Curtain Tracking and Hardware Products
Installing industrial curtains correctly starts with the right track and hardware. You can mount the track system six ways: ceiling, wall, chain, threaded rod, beam, or floor mount.
Here's a look at the key products that make it all work.
Industrial Curtain Track
The industrial curtain track is the foundation of the system. It's made from hot-dipped 16-gauge steel and comes in 4-foot, 6-foot, and 8-foot lengths. Curved sections are also available for corners. The track opening is 1.44" wide by 1.25" tall and supports up to 100 lbs per linear foot. All hardware in this guide is built to fit this track. Installation is fast and straightforward.
Curtain Trolleys / Curtain Rollers
Curtain track trolleys (also called curtain rollers) are the wheeled parts that let your curtain slide along the track. Each trolley has a hook that clips into the grommets at the top of the curtain. The wheels ride inside the track for a smooth, easy glide — most use steel ball bearing or nylon wheels. Trolleys work great in warehouses, auto body shops, gyms, hangars, food service areas, and anywhere you need to open and close curtains quickly.
Mounting Hardware
A range of connecting and mounting hardware is available to connect and secure your track system, including mounts, splice connectors, brackets, floor columns, and end stops. Each piece is built to work with the steel track for a solid, stable installation.
A Wide Variety of Industrial Curtains and Divider Curtains
Industrial curtains and divider curtains can improve how your space runs. They protect workers, provide privacy, and divide large areas into focused zones — saving your operation time and money in the process.
Dividing a plant, shop, or warehouse is key to running an efficient space. Industrial curtains make this easy. They improve space use, boost safety, and reduce noise. Compared to permanent walls, curtains are faster to install, easier to move, and far less expensive.
The curtains below are available in a wide range of sizes, shapes, grades, materials, and colors — many with special features for specific needs.
Industrial Curtain Walls
Industrial curtain walls help companies set up a better work environment. They make it easier to manage space, supplies, and staff.
Clear Vinyl Curtains
Clear vinyl curtains create see-through barriers for indoor and outdoor use. They're popular in restaurants, beer gardens, porches, decks, and entryways.
Clear Vinyl Strip Curtains
Clear vinyl strip curtains seal off doors or openings without blocking traffic. Workers, vehicles, and machinery can pass through freely — no need to open and close large doors. They also add a layer of security to enclosed areas.
Mesh Screen Curtains
Mesh screen curtains divide or enclose areas while still letting air flow through. This makes them a great fit for low-ventilation spots in warehouses and plants, as well as patios and porches at home.
Stock Size Industrial Curtains
Stock size industrial curtains are a quick, ready-to-ship option for shops, warehouses, and plants. They come in solid fire-retardant vinyl or with a clear vinyl center panel for visibility.
Warehouse Divider Curtains
Industrial warehouse curtains, walls, and dividers let you quickly partition a plant or warehouse. Use them for privacy, workflow separation, or to create temperature-controlled zones.
Insulated Warehouse Divider Curtains
Insulated warehouse curtains act as walls where temperature control matters. Their multi-layer design seals in cold air, making it easy to create freezer or cool storage areas within a larger facility.
Auto Body Shop Divider Curtains
Auto body shop divider curtains are lightweight and easy to move. Set them up to create separate bays that keep cars and equipment protected from dust, dirt, and overspray during washing and painting.
Wash Bay Curtains
Wash bay curtains are fully waterproof. They keep the rest of your shop dry and clean during vehicle washing so grime doesn't spread.
Aircraft Curtain Hangar Partitions
Aircraft hangar curtain partitions are built tough. They divide large hangar spaces for construction, storage, or maintenance bays, while also helping control temperature, lighting, and weather exposure.
Clean Room Curtains
Clean room curtains create contaminant-free zones using heavy- duty clear vinyl. They resist water, dust, chemicals, oil, grease, rot, and mildew.
Temperature Control Curtains
Temperature control curtains limit airflow between areas to hold a set temperature. They're useful during truck loading and for storing temperature-sensitive goods.
FDA Food Grade Processing Curtains
FDA food grade processing curtains keep kitchens and food prep areas clean and safe. Made from non-porous materials, they stop bacterial growth and help maintain the right temperature.
Noise Control Curtains / Soundproof Curtains
Noise control curtains, also known as soundproof curtains absorb and contain equipment noise. They're custom-made to your specs and help protect workers' hearing while creating a quieter, safer workspace.
Outdoor Industrial Curtains
Outdoor industrial curtains protect open-air work areas where permanent walls aren't practical or cost-effective. They go up fast and provide solid coverage.
Industrial Roll-Up Curtains
Industrial roll-up curtains are great for spaces that need flexible access. They open and close quickly and work well in warehouses, plants, workshops, schools, and theaters.
Room Divider Curtains
Room divider curtains split large spaces into focused work zones. They're common in warehouses, schools, restaurants, and exhibition halls.
Welding Curtain Screens
Welding curtain screens protect welders, nearby workers, and visitors from sparks, splatter, and UV flash. Made from flame and UV-resistant vinyl, they also contain dust, debris, grease, and oil.
Woodworking Dust Control Curtains
Dust control curtains for woodworking are easy to set up, take down, and reconfigure. They cut dust, reduce the risk of flying wood pieces, and help dampen the noise that woodworking generates.
Custom Industrial Curtains
Many facilities need curtains built to exact dimensions. Custom industrial curtains are made to order for any industry — manufacturing, warehousing, studios, gyms, barns, theaters, and more.
Simple Design and Ordering through the Custom Industrial Curtain Builder Apps
Not sure what track or hardware you need? No problem. Tarps Now's Custom Curtain Builder apps walk you through the whole process in five steps — covering curtains, tracking, and hardware. Apps are available for custom curtain and track builder, custom industrial divider curtains, custom clear vinyl curtains, custom mesh curtains, custom wash bay curtains, custom welding curtains, and custom strip curtains/clear strip doors.
Step 1: Choose your layout (straight, L-shape, T-shape, C-shape, or 4-sided enclosure).
Step 2: Enter your size, fabric type, and color.
Step 3: Pick the right track kit and hardware.
Step 4: Add options like chain bottoms, floor sweeps, anchor straps, or Velcro wall seals.
Step 5: Check out with your shipping and payment details.
Be Sure to Visit the Tarps Now Sale Page
Tarps Now has a sale page with daily specials on returned, non-defective items — things like the wrong size or type that a customer no longer needed. Stock is kept at the Michigan warehouse. Look for Sale Items listed in red on the left side of the homepage under Tarps By Category.
Tarps Now is the Premier Source for Industrial Curtains, Tracking, and Hardware along with the widest variety of Tarps
Now that you've reviewed the key track and hardware options, you're ready to build a system that works for your space. The Custom Curtain Builder apps make ordering easy. Have questions? Our team at the Michigan headquarters is happy to help — call (888) 800-1383 or email sales@tarpsnow.com.
Tarps Now is based in St. Joseph, Michigan. We manufacture and distribute industrial curtains, curtain tracking, hardware, and one of the largest selections of tarps and covers in North America — direct from the factory to businesses, organizations, and municipalities across the US and Canada.
Our Michigan-based team is ready to help you find the right tarp or curtain for your needs. Explore our full product line at tarpsnow.com.
