Concertina Fire Curtain

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Concertina Fire Curtain

Concertina Fire Curtain is an advanced passive fire protection system designed for applications requiring fire compartmentation across large openings, irregular spaces and areas where traditional fire doors or vertical fire curtains may not be suitable.
Manufactured by Huadun Door Industry, a professional fire curtain manufacturer and OEM supplier, the concertina fire curtain system uses a horizontal folding mechanism, fire-resistant curtain fabric, reinforced guide structures and intelligent control technology to create an effective fire and smoke barrier.
Unlike conventional vertical rolling fire curtains, folding fire curtain systems operate by horizontally stacking and folding the curtain to the side, making them an ideal solution for large architectural openings, wide passages, atriums and special building designs where limited headroom or structural conditions require flexible installation.
Huadun provides customized concertina fire curtain systems, folding fire curtains and large opening fire protection solutions with factory-direct manufacturing, engineering support and OEM production capabilities for global construction projects.

Description

Opening Process

Modern commercial and industrial buildings increasingly require flexible fire protection solutions that can protect large openings while maintaining architectural design requirements.

Traditional fire doors usually have limitations when applied to wide openings, complex structures or areas where space optimization is required. Concertina fire curtain systems provide an efficient alternative by using a folding mechanism that allows the curtain to open and close horizontally.

The system consists of fire-resistant curtain fabric, folding tracks, side guides, drive units and control systems. Under normal conditions, the curtain remains stored in a compact side stacking area, keeping the building space open and visually clean.

When a fire alarm signal is received, the control system activates the curtain movement. The fire curtain unfolds horizontally along the guide track and forms a continuous fire barrier to separate different fire compartments.

By restricting the spread of flames, heat and smoke, folding fire curtains help improve building fire safety, support smoke control strategies and protect evacuation routes.

Huadun Door Industry provides custom concertina fire curtain manufacturing, OEM production and engineering support for commercial buildings, industrial facilities and large-scale construction projects.

Features

  • Horizontal Folding Design

    The concertina fire curtain uses a horizontal folding mechanism, allowing the curtain to stack compactly at the side of the opening.

    This design is suitable for applications where vertical installation space is limited.

  • Large Opening Fire Protection Solution

    Designed for wide openings and special architectural areas where traditional fire doors cannot provide sufficient coverage.

    Suitable for large passages, atriums, exhibition halls and industrial facilities.

  • Space-Efficient Installation

    The folding structure minimizes the requirement for overhead space and provides greater flexibility for complex building layouts.

  • Automatic Fire Alarm Integration

    The system can be connected with building fire alarm systems for automatic activation during emergency situations.

  • High Temperature Resistant Fire Curtain Fabric

    Uses specially designed fire-resistant fiberglass and inorganic materials to provide reliable fire protection performance under high temperature conditions.

  • Customized Manufacturing

    Huadun provides OEM concertina fire curtain manufacturing with customized:

    Curtain dimensions 

    Opening configurations 

    Folding directions 

    Installation methods 

    Control systems 

  • Reliable Folding and Guiding System

    Reinforced guide tracks and mechanical structures ensure smooth curtain movement and stable long-term operation.

  • Suitable for Complex Architectural Designs

    Ideal for modern buildings requiring both architectural flexibility and effective fire compartmentation.

How It Works

A fire curtain system mainly consists of

A Concertina fire curtain system mainly consists of

 

● Fire-resistant curtain fabric 

● Folding panels or curtain sections 

● Horizontal guide tracks 

● Side stacking structure 

● Motor drive system 

● Control panel 

● Fire alarm interface 

● During normal operation, the curtain remains folded and stored at the side of the opening, allowing unobstructed daily access and maintaining the architectural appearance.

 

During a fire emergency

During a fire emergency

 

● Fire alarm signal is received; 

● Control panel activates the system; 

● Motor drive releases the folding curtain; 

● Curtain sections unfold horizontally along the guide track; 

● A continuous fire and smoke barrier is formed to separate building compartments. 

● The system helps limit fire spread and improves overall building safety performance.

● A fire and smoke barrier is created to limit fire spread and improve building safety.

Parameters

Product Type Specification
Product Type Automatic Concertina Fire Curtain System
Operation Method Horizontal folding movement
Control Mode Fire alarm linkage control
Curtain Material Fire-resistant fiberglass / inorganic fabric
Opening Direction Horizontal folding / side stacking
Structure Folding curtain panel system
Installation Concealed or exposed installation
Power Supply DC24V emergency power option
Drive System Motorized automatic operation
Closing Method Automatic emergency deployment
Guide System Reinforced horizontal guide track
Application Commercial, industrial and public buildings
Fire Resistance Rating 60/90/ 120/ 180/240 minutes
Certification Standard EN1634-1 / UL10D/CCC fire Protection standards available
Customization OEM sizes, folding configurations and control solutions

Applications

Concertina fire curtains are widely used as large opening fire protection solutions where fire separation and smoke control are required.

 

Commercial Buildings

  • Shopping malls 

  • Office buildings 

  • Hotels 

  • Airports

  • Exhibition centers 

  • Convention halls 

 

Industrial Facilities

  • Factories 

  • Warehouses 

  • Logistics centers

  • Manufacturing plants 

 

Production facilities 

  • Public Buildings

  • Hospitals 

  • Schools 

  • Railway stations

  • Government buildings 

  • Transportation facilities 

 

Special Applications

  • Large atriums 

  • Wide architectural openings 

  • Complex building layouts 

  • Areas with limited headroom 

  • Fire compartment separation zones

Optional Configurations

Optional Configurations

Optional Configurations

 

● Single-sided stacking system 

● Double-sided folding system 

● Concealed installation design 

● Surface-mounted installation 

● Customized curtain dimensions 

● Different fire resistance ratings 

● Integrated fire alarm control system 

● Emergency backup power system

FAQ

  • What is a Concertina Fire Curtain?

    A Concertina Fire Curtain is an automatic folding fire protection system designed to separate large openings and prevent the spread of fire and smoke between different building areas.

  • What is the difference between a vertical fire curtain and a concertina fire curtain?

    A vertical fire curtain operates by rolling downward from a head box, while a concertina fire curtain uses a horizontal folding mechanism and stacks to the side of the opening. Concertina fire curtains are especially suitable for large openings, complex structures and applications with limited overhead space.

  • Where are concertina fire curtains commonly used?

    They are widely used in shopping malls, airports, exhibition centers, industrial buildings, warehouses and other large commercial or public facilities.

  • Can concertina fire curtains be customized?

    Yes. Huadun manufactures customized folding fire curtain systems according to opening size, building structure, installation conditions and project requirements.

  • Can a concertina fire curtain connect with a fire alarm system?

    Yes. Automatic concertina fire curtains can be integrated with building fire alarm systems for emergency activation and fire compartment protection.

  • Why choose a folding fire curtain instead of a traditional fire door?

    Folding fire curtains provide a more flexible solution for large openings where traditional fire doors may require additional structural space or cannot cover the required width.

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