Swivel Hinge PVC Strip Curtain Rails — Heavy-Duty Pivot Mounting for Forklift Environments
Swivel hinge rails allow each PVC strip to pivot on contact rather than flex, dramatically extending strip lifespan in forklift and vehicle access environments. Available in 300mm and 400mm strip widths with varying overlap ratios to suit your specific door width and traffic intensity.
Strips Pivot on Impact | Extends Strip Life 2-3x | 300mm and 400mm Widths | Multiple Overlap Options | Fast UK Dispatch
Rail Specifications
Model
Strip Width
Overlap
Best For
300mm 56% Overlap
300mm
168mm per side
Standard forklift doors, good insulation
300mm 80% Overlap
300mm
240mm per side
Maximum insulation, cold rooms with forklift access
400mm 60% Overlap
400mm
240mm per side
Wide openings, maximum strip width for lowest gap count
Choosing Your Overlap Ratio
56% overlap — Standard for most forklift applications; balances insulation with ease of vehicle passage
80% overlap — Maximum insulation; more resistance to pass through; best for cold rooms where temperature is critical
60% on 400mm — Wide strips reduce the total number of strip-to-strip joints, minimising air gaps across very wide openings
How is a swivel hinge rail different from a standard hook-on rail?
A standard hook-on rail holds each strip at a fixed point — the strip flexes and bends when impacted. A swivel hinge rail mounts each strip on a bearing or pivot fitting that allows the strip to rotate around a vertical axis on contact. The strip swings clear of the load, then returns to position under gravity. This eliminates the bending stress at the strip-to-rail junction that causes tearing in high-impact environments, significantly extending strip service life.
What is the maximum opening width for a swivel hinge rail system?
Swivel hinge rails can cover openings of any width. For very wide openings (typically above 5m), two rail sections are mounted end-to-end. Each section can be specified independently with different lengths to suit your exact opening width. Contact us for large or non-standard opening dimensions and we will advise the correct rail configuration.