Stage & Theatre Tracks and Drapery Machines

Drapery Tracks

We stock many types of track extrusions and manufacture multiple carriers. Depending on the application, we use aluminum or steel, ranging from low profile to heavy duty.

Continental No. 60 Track

Track Number 60 supports greater loads than other tracks. It features a back-to-back open channel design, which disperses noise along the length of the track, creating a quiet performance. The hollow “pass-through” design of the standard carrier secures the operating line to the track while in motion. That feature also allows for the use of rear folding or “backpacking” tabs, which let the carriers stack off stage and allow the drape to travel as a smooth panel. Other features include a unique split-wheel design of carriers and master carriers, which prevents binding of the carrier to the track during operation.

Typical uses: heavy stage drapes, adjustable walls and scenery.

Continental No. 68 Track

Number 68’s aluminum channel, block housings and carrier bodies provide a quieter operation than steel. The heat-treated aluminum alloy carrier bodies are machine-faced for precision alignment on the track raceways. The standard carrier features a hollow “pass-through” that secures the operating line to the track during operation. It also allows for the use of rear folding or “backpacking” tabs, which let the drape travel as a smooth panel and the carriers stack off stage. The built-in rubber spacer on the single carrier eliminates noise associated with the stacking of carriers as the drapes open.

Typical uses: medium to heavy stage drapery in straight applications.

Continental No. 62 Track

This track features nylon-coated steel carrier bodies, which provide quieter operation and less friction than plain steel, while still providing high strength. Track switches are available to allow for multiple drapery configurations or drapery storage tracks. Number 62 is easily curved to radii as tight as two feet. We have ceiling or hanging clips available for mounting without using a pipe backbone.

Continental No. 101 Track

Number 101’s aluminum channel, block housings and carrier bodies provide a quieter operation than steel. The heat-treated aluminum alloy carrier bodies are machine-faced for precision alignment on the track raceways. The standard carrier features a hollow “pass-through” that secures the operating line to the track during operation. It also allows for the use of rear folding or “backpacking” tabs, which let the carriers stack off stage and allow the drape to travel as a smooth panel. The built-in rubber spacer on the single carrier eliminates noise associated with the stacking of carriers as the drapes open.

Typical uses: medium to heavy stage drapery in straight applications.

Miscellaneous Tracks

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Drapery Machines

All machines are offered with an optional brake motor or variable speed control box to change speeds and stop instantly. Standard machines are equipped with a reversible magnetic starter and a limit switch to control drape position from fully opened to closed. Standard control boxes are U.L. listed and equipped with a three-button control switch, disconnect and circuit breaker.

Floor Mount

Floor-mounted traction drive machines allow end sheaves to be positioned closer to the machine, minimizing fleet angles.

Model: CDMF

Tiffin Scenic CDMF features a belt-driven cable drum that allows fifty feet maximum travel, making it ideal for nylon-coated wire center rope. We supply a hand crank with all machines installed without cable tension guides.

Model: CDMY

Tiffin Scenic CDMY features a cast-iron drive sheave, which is a heavy-duty, six-inch diameter direct drive sheave grooved for nylon-coated wire center rope. It works with a steel ball bearing tensioning sheave, which ensures a smooth, reliable drape operation.

Model: CDMZ

Tiffin Scenic CDMZ features a gear motor, which is single phase and enclosed for continual duty. Semi-fluid grease permanently lubricates the equipment and reduces leaks. The cable drum is grooved to provide a positive drive without the cable slipping.

Track Mount

Track-mounted drapery machines operate out-of-sight without consuming any floor space. The machines can be mounted to a pipe for use in both stationary and moving applications.

Model: CDMT

Tiffin Scenic CDMT features a cast-iron drive sheave. The heavy-duty, six-inch diameter direct drive sheave is grooved for nylon-coated wire center rope. It works with a steel ball bearing tensioning sheave, which ensures smooth, reliable drape operation.