What is the exact height and width of your Crowd Control Barriers?
All 3 sizes including the feet are the same height of 37.6 inches (3’ 2”)
Exact widths when setup are as follows:
39.4" W x 35.4" H: 40 inches (4’ 4") wide
59" W x 35.4" H: 60 inches (5') wide
78.7" W x 35.4" H: 80 inches (8’ 8") wide
How does the fabric attach to the Crowd Control Barrier?
The fabric banner is sewn into pillowcase shape and has a zipper at the bottom. You simply slide the fabric over the top of the aluminum frame, pull it down to the bottom and then zip it up. It only takes a few minutes and your Crowd Control Barrier is ready to go!
Can the Crowd Control Barrier be used outdoors?
The Crowd Control Barrier has a lightweight aluminum frame and is recommended for indoor use. However the frame and banner are weather resistant so can also be used outdoors. But, if using outdoors, it is important to note that you will need to ensure this product is adequately secured so it does not blow over in the wind.
What is the difference between this Crowd Control Barrier and a standard steel barrier?
This product has a lightweight aluminum tube frame with a digitally printed fabric sleeve that slides over the top to provide a stylish barrier - so is very different to the standard heavier steel barriers. It is most suitable for use indoors for purposes such as crowd control, directional signage or even a lower height media wall. However both the frame and fabric are weather resistant, and can be used outdoors like standard steel Crowd Control Barriers, but you need to remember that it is a lighter weight product so needs to be weighted to the ground with sandbags (or other weights) to avoid it blowing over.
Why is the SignWeave™ polyester fabric material the best fabric for Crowd Control Barriers?
Our SignWeave™ polyester fabric material has been specially developed for stretch fabric displays such as Crowd Control Barriers, Fabric Tension Displays and Step and Repeat Banners. The SignWeave™ material has a light absorbing matte finish which reduces glare and makes it perfect for photography. The 7.35 oz. material provides a strong, thick fabric and a perfect surface to allow vibrant colors to be printed using our state of the art dye sublimation process. The finished product is a high quality, hard wearing and long lasting product.
If I choose single sided print, what color will the back of the banner be?
The fabric is white before it is printed. If you select single sided printing we will print your graphic on the front of the pillowcase banner, and the back of the pillowcase banner will be white.
Does the fabric pillowcase banner look smooth?
The pillowcase banner slips over the top of the tubular frame and is stretched tight to the bottom, where a zipper runs along the bottom edge. When it is zipped up the whole banner is taut and has a completely smooth appearance.
Does this fabric allow light to pass through it? Does it offer a degree of transparency?
The fabric material is not transparent because it is a heavy 7.35 oz. material however it will allow a small amount of light through. The darker the print color, the less light will be visible through the fabric.
What material is the frame made out of?
The frame is made from tubular anodised aluminum, which provides great rigidity as well as being light for portability.
Do the aluminum poles have bungee cords inside of them?
No - the individual poles are not joined. They have symbols on each end so you simply match like symbols to determine which poles fit into each other.
Is it necessary to use the zipper at the bottom?
The Crowd Control Barrier will still work if the zipper is not used. However it is designed to have the zipper used so the fabric can be stretched taut and smooth. If the zipper is not used there may be some slack in the banner display.
Will the display sag when attached to the frame?
When properly attached to the frame, with the zipper closed, your Crowd Control Barrier will not bunch up or sag when displayed. Tension provided by the frame will cause the display to remain taut and wrinkle free while being displayed.
Will my display have seams?
We do not have seams on any of our fabric banners - they are all printed in one solid piece.
Will the fabric banner easily tear?
The fabric banner should not tear when subjected to normal usage. But please be aware that it is a fabric banner so should be kept away from sharp objects. When not in use, you should ensure that it is completely dry and then carefully fold it and store it in a dry location.
What printing process do you use for the fabric pillowcase sleeve on the Crowd Control Barrier?
We use a Dye Sublimation process to print the fabric in full CMYK color. Dye Sublimation is a method that transfers your design from a paper film to the fabric using a heat press method. The ink is pressed into the fabric to provide you with a vibrant long lasting fabric banner.
Do you hem the edges of the fabric pillowcase?
Yes - we double stitch hem the edges of the printed fabric. The stitching is only about ½” wide but makes sure that the banner will not fray at the edges.
Will the design on the banner fade or rub off?
The fabric is printed using the latest state of the art dye sublimation process. The ink will last indefinitely indoors and will only fade when exposed to the sun for long periods. The ink locks into the fabric so is quite scratch resistant but care must be taken to avoid sharp objects that may tear the fabric.
How should the fabric be stored?
We recommend that you ensure the fabric is completely dry, and then carefully fold it to fit inside the carry bag supplied.
How do I remove creases from the fabric banner?
We recommend that you use a steamer to remove any creases from the polyester fabric. It is also possible to use a warm iron but important that you use an ironing cloth so that the iron does not contact the fabric.
Can I wash and dry the fabric banner?
The fabric banner is suitable for use in a washing machine on a gentle cycle using cold water - but please avoid using harsh detergents or bleach. Please do not place the fabric banner in a tumble dryer - only air dry the fabric banner and ensure it is completely dry before storing.
