These are just a few of the many safety curtain projects carried out by ASG, many of which also formed part of major stage refurbishment schemes, and all of which can divide the stage from the auditorium within 30-seconds in the event of a fire. The steel frames of rigid safety curtains are counterweighted and usually covered with asbestos-free flame proofed fabric on the face, rated to at least 1-hour fire integrity, which can also be painted if needed. Roller safety curtains use the same type of fabric, but operate similar to a large roller blind for when flying height is restricted, although a 2-piece rigid curtain can also be used. All safety curtains have side guides, smoke seals, a hoist, control points and usually a drencher system. We have replaced numerous old manual hoists with electrically operated systems, and also replace asbestos cloths with modern asbestos-free equivalents. If required we can arrange for the asbestos removal also, obviously complying with all relevant regulations.