12 terms starting with A.
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- Accordion
Expressive term used to describe how side-folding curtains operate.
- ADA
American Disabilities Act requires locking to be accessible within the following height restrictions: 15-inch (381mm) minimum to 48 inch (1220mm) maximum off floor.
- Adjustable Chain Stops
A pair of chains fixed to back of pocket and last panel of an EZ Closure. Includes adjustment bolt to tighten or loosen tension of curtain.
- Adjustable Height Hardware
Standard on all USPS models to meet strict clearance specifications. Optional on all other models as alternative to fixed height rod/roller panel allowing up to 3/4″ (19mm) upward or downward height adjustment without removal of installed curtain.
- Adjustable Lock Rod Stops
Adjusts easily on site within guide to keep bottom bar tightly secured to floor when lock rod is engaged.
- Adjusting Wheel
See “Charging Wheel”.
- Alignment Bar
An aluminum strip designed to fit into and align two connecting pieces of track.
- Anodize
An electrolytic etched finish forming a hard protective film on the surface of aluminum. Clear, bronze, gold and black are the most common colors.
- Anti-Sway Latch
Used exclusively on Roll and Fold partitions. The anti-sway latch locks one panel to another at a 6-inch distance to provide stability when moving partition to and from storage area.
- Astragal
Protective bumper attached to the bottom bar that seals to the floor or counter.
- Attached Pull Straps
Straps attached to the top of posts allowing multi-directional movement so curtain can be pulled at the proper angle. Standard on curtains over 9′ (2750mm) high and on all counter applications.
- Axle
A Mini Roll-Up term. Refers to the barrel assembly of the shutter.
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