Ribbed PVC Strip By The Metre (Heavy-Duty)

High-quality ribbed PVC strip by the metre, also known as buffer strip, reinforced PVC strip or ribbed curtain PVC. Cut to your required length from 50m rolls and priced per metre.

Designed for demanding environments where forklifts, pallet trucks and frequent traffic quickly wear standard PVC strips, ribbed PVC offers improved durability, better scratch resistance and longer-lasting visibility.

✔ Increased resistance to scuffs and surface damage
✔ Ideal for forklift and pallet truck traffic
✔ Maintains visibility for longer than standard PVC
✔ Suitable for new curtains and replacement strips
✔ Available in Standard and Polargrade specifications
✔ Cut to your required length

A cost-effective upgrade for warehouses, factories, distribution centres, cold stores and industrial doorways.

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Hook On Replacement PVC Strips - Polargrade Ribbed 300mm in Blue

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What Problems Does Ribbed PVC by the metre Solve?

Standard PVC strips can quickly become scratched, scuffed and cloudy in busy environments.

This is especially common where:

Forklifts pass through frequently
Pallet trucks move between work areas
Trolleys repeatedly contact curtain strips
Traffic volume is high
Visibility is important for safety

Ribbed PVC strip is designed to reduce these problems by limiting the amount of direct surface contact between moving equipment and the curtain itself.

The result is:

Longer strip life
Better visibility
Reduced maintenance
Lower replacement costs
Improved health and safety

What Makes Ribbed PVC Different?

Ribbed PVC features multiple raised ribs running vertically along the strip.

These ribs are approximately 2mm deep and act as sacrificial contact points.

Instead of forklifts, pallets and goods rubbing across the full PVC surface, contact occurs primarily on the ribs themselves.

This helps:

Reduce scratching
Minimise scuffing
Preserve clarity
Protect the main body of the strip
Extend curtain lifespan

For many industrial users, ribbed PVC can significantly outperform standard smooth PVC in high-wear applications.

Best Applications for Ribbed PVC by the Metre

Ribbed PVC strip is ideal for:

Warehouses
Distribution centres
Manufacturing facilities
Industrial units
Loading bays
Factory doorways
Internal traffic routes
Cold stores
Chiller rooms
Forklift access points

Anywhere that experiences repeated vehicle or trolley traffic can benefit from the additional durability offered by ribbed PVC.

Standard vs Ribbed PVC

Feature	Standard PVC	Ribbed PVC
Visibility	Excellent	Excellent
Energy saving	Excellent	Excellent
Scratch resistance	Standard	Enhanced
Forklift suitability	Good	Excellent
Service life in high traffic areas	Standard	Extended
Surface protection	Standard	Ribbed buffer protection

For busy industrial environments, ribbed PVC is often the better long-term investment.

Standard vs Polargrade Ribbed PVC

Choose the PVC grade based on your operating temperature.

Standard Ribbed PVC

Recommended for:

Warehouses
Workshops
Factories
Commercial buildings
Ambient environments

Temperature range:

0°C to +40°C

Polargrade Ribbed PVC

Recommended for:

Cold stores
Chiller rooms
Freezer environments

Temperature range:

0°C to -25°C

Polargrade PVC remains flexible in cold environments where standard PVC may stiffen.

Important: Polargrade should only be used in cold environments. In warmer conditions, the additional plasticiser content can make the material feel sticky and reduce ease of passage through the curtain.