ShowTrack

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1 Info

The ShowTrack is an I-beam curtain track for very heavy curtains. It is a very durable system and supports great distances.

Specifications:

  • The ShowTrack is a solid extruded aluminium track that guarantees a silent glide.
  • Rails are available in straight or curved lengths according to your needs.
  • A ShowTrack rail system can be operated manually by walking along the curtain, by manual rope operation or with a motor.
  • Different types of Runners are available to answer a broad range of needs, including ball raced Runners, Master Carriers, Scenery Carriers with brakes and Overlap Arms.
  • For rope operated setups, a variety of choices are available to operate your system, including a Weighted Return Pulley, Floor Fixed Return Pulley, and the RopeAsssist for comfortable use of your rope.

2 Technical Data Sheet

For more information regarding the components and technical specifications, be sure to check the Technical Data Sheet of this product.

3 Walk Along Setups

3.1 Single Track

The most basic installation of the ShowTrack system, where the curtain is manually pulled along the rail to its desired position. Walk Along operation is available for both straight and curved tracks. In case of a central opening, Overlap Arms are used for curtains up to 5 meters high.

3.2 Double Track

The most basic installation of the ShowTrack system, where the curtain is manually pulled along the rail to its desired position. Walk Along operation is available for both straight and curved tracks.

Are your curtains larger than 5 meters in height? Opt for a Double Track with a custom overlap.

3.3 Curved Track

When you have a Walk Along, curved tracks use the same setup as straight tracks. Curves with a radius of 100 mm / 90° are standard available. Starting from a radius of 350 mm, curves can be custom-made.

Curved tracks are available in Single and Double Track.

4 Rope Operated Setups

4.1 Single Track with Central Overlap - operated with the Weighted Return Pulley

Position your curtain however you like, while operating the curtain from one fixed place with a rope. Overlap Arms allow you to enjoy a perfect curtain closure for fabrics up to 5 meters high.

The Weighted Return Pulley is available in 5,5 kg and 10,5 kg. Perfect for touring productions, or for curtains installed on a fly bar.

4.2 Single Track with Central Overlap - operated with the Floor Fixed Return Pulley

Position your curtain however you like, while operating the curtain from one fixed place with a rope. The Floor Fixed Return Pulley can be replaced by the weighted return pulley. Perfect for touring productions, or for curtains installed on a fly bar.

In the case of a central opening, Overlap Arms are used for curtains up to 5 meters high.

4.3 Single Track with Wipe Effect

To obtain a wipe effect, the full curtain is pulled from the start towards the end of the track. Opt for the Floor Fixed Return Pulley in case of a fixed installation, or the Weighted Return pulley in case of a touring one.

4.4 Single Track with Rear Fold Wipe Effect

Opt for a rear fold wipe effect to make your curtain appear and disappear as a straight and flattened curtain. Can be used for both Single and Double Track setups. To make this effect possible, the Head and Return Pulley for Double Track need to be used.

4.5 Single Track - operated with the RopeAssist

Open and close your curtain swiftly using the 20 mm thick Endless Rope of the RopeAssist. The Endless Rope is standard available for curtains of 4, 6, 8 and 10 meters high, but can also be made to measure. Use overlap arms for perfect curtain closure for fabrics up to 5 meters high.

Combine the RopeAssist with any rope operated setup.

4.6 Double Track

Position your curtain however you like, while operating the curtain from one fixed place. Are your curtains more than 5 meters high? Then it’s better to use a Double Track setup with a custom overlap for perfect curtain closure.

Opt for the Floor Fixed Return Pulley in case of a fixed installation, or the weighted return pulley in case of a touring one.

4.7 Double Track - operated with the RopeAssist

Open and close your curtain swiftly using the 20 mm thick Endless Rope of the RopeAssist. The Endless Rope is standard available for curtains of 4, 6, 8 and 10 meters high, but can also be made to measure. Are your curtains more than 5 meters high? Then it’s better to use a Double Track setup with a custom overlap for perfect curtain closure.

Combine the RopeAssist with any rope operated setup.

4.8 Curved Single Track with Central Overlap

Tracks can be fully bent, or you can combine a curved track with a straight one. Curves with a radius of 100 mm / 90° are standard available. Starting from a radius of 350 mm, curves can be custom-made.

Opt for the Floor Fixed Return Pulley in case of a fixed installation, or the Weighted Return Pulley in case of a touring one.

4.9 Curved Double Track

The ideal setup for curved tracks with drapes that are higher than 5 meters. Curves with a radius of 100 mm / 90° are standard available. Starting from a radius of 350 mm, curves can be custom-made. Are your curtains more than 5 meters high? Then it’s better to use a Double Track setup with a custom overlap for perfect curtain closure.

Opt for the Floor Fixed Return Pulley in case of a fixed installation, or the Weighted Return Pulley in case of a touring one.

4.10 Curved Double Track - operated with the RopeAssist

Open and close your curtain swiftly using the 20 mm thick Endless Rope of the RopeAssist. The Endless Rope is standard available for curtains of 4, 6, 8 and 10 meters high, but can also be made to measure. Are your curtains more than 5 meters high? Then it’s better to use a Double Track setup with a custom overlap for perfect curtain closure.

Combine RopeAssist with any rope operated setup. Installation of RopeAssist is the same for both Single and Double setups for curved tracks.

5 Motor Operated Setups

5.1 Single Track with Central Overlap

In need of automatically controllable curtains? Then choose a Motor Operated setup. The motor can be controlled from one place with a manual remote control module, through DMX or RF control. Opt for a motor with a fixed speed or one with a variable speed.

Opening and closing your curtains with a central opening? Then Overlap Arms are needed for perfect curtain closure for fabrics up to 5 meters high.

5.2 Double Track

In need of automatically controllable curtains? Then choose a Motor Operated setup. The motor can be controlled from one place with a manual remote control module, through DMX or RF control. Opt for a motor with a fixed speed or one with a variable speed.

Are your curtains more than 5 meters high? Then it’s better to use a Double Track setup with a custom overlap for perfect curtain closure.

5.3 Curved Single Track with Central Overlap

In need of automatically controllable curtains? Then choose a Motor Operated setup. The motor can be controlled from one place with a manual remote control module, through DMX or RF control. Opt for a motor with a fixed speed or one with a variable speed.

Opening and closing your curtains with a central opening? Then Overlap Arms are needed for perfect curtain closure for fabrics up to 5 meters high.

5.4 Curved Double Track

In need of automatically controllable curtains? Then choose a Motor Operated setup. The motor can be controlled from one place with a manual remote control module, through DMX or RF control. Opt for a motor with a fixed speed or one with a variable speed.

Are your curtains more than 5 meters high? Then it’s better to use a Double Track setup with a custom overlap for perfect curtain closure.