Load shape & contact points
Measure the loaded envelope, cover supports and the locations where corners or fittings touch the fabric.
Side-opening curtains for freight vehicles, combining weather protection with a printable exterior for fleet graphics.
PVC-coated side-curtain fabric; review tensile, tear, flexing and fastening requirements for the vehicle.
Side-opening curtains for freight vehicles, combining weather protection with a printable exterior for fleet graphics. PVC-coated side-curtain fabric; review tensile, tear, flexing and fastening requirements for the vehicle.
Measure the loaded envelope, cover supports and the locations where corners or fittings touch the fabric.
Compare coated constructions, base-fabric reinforcement and the wear caused by frequent folding, opening or removal.
Plan eyelets, straps or curtain hardware with the fabricator. Specify printable surfaces only where graphics are required.
Compare these catalogue constructions as material candidates. Confirm the finished application, fabrication method and required test criteria before selecting a grade.
| Material | Weight / thickness | Yarn / construction | Weave / liner | Widths / dimensions | Finish / process |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900gsm PVC Coated Tarpaulin – Side Curtain ↗ | 900gsm | 1000 × 1000D | 30 × 30 threads/inch | 1–5.1m | PVC coating |
| 700gsm PVC Coated Tarpaulin – Industrial Covers 18 × 16 ↗ | 700gsm | 1000 × 1000D | 18 × 16 threads/inch | 1–5.1m | PVC coating |
| 650gsm PVC Coated Tarpaulin – Industrial Covers ↗ | 650gsm | 1000 × 1000D | 20 × 20 threads/inch | 1–5.1m | PVC coating |
Agree a cutting layout that allows for hems, overlaps and the required finished dimensions.
Make representative seam and reinforcement samples using the selected grade and the fabricator’s joining equipment.
Trial-fit the cover, check support and fastening positions, and address local rubbing before producing the full set.