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SonicClear PVC or Weldflex™: choosing the right screening solution for welding bays

A practical guide to creating safer, more efficient welding spaces Selecting the right welding bay...

A practical guide to creating safer, more efficient welding spaces

Selecting the right welding bay screening for your workshop is about more than just dividing space. The right material improves safety, supports compliance, and makes everyday work more practical.

Flexshield offers two proven screening solutions: SonicClear PVC and Weldflex™. While both create safer, defined work zones, they are designed for different applications.

Here’s what to bear in mind when selecting the ideal welding bay screening for your facility.

SonicClear PVC – visibility and grinding safety

Available as a clear strip or sheet material, SonicClear PVC provides a strong barrier while allowing full visibility. It’s ideal for grinding areas, where sparks need to be contained but supervision and line-of-sight remain important.

It is the right choice when:

  • Workers are carrying out grinding activities
  • Supervisors and trainers need to observe work without entering the bay
  • Natural light is valued to keep workshops brighter, and
  • Facilities want to define spaces while maintaining an open feel. 

Weldflex™ – specialised protection for welding

A tinted, UV-stabilised material, Weldflex™ is designed specifically for welding bays. It shields against harmful radiation and provides a visual barrier against sparks and welding flash.

It is best suited when:

  • Welding activities are being carried out
  • Multiple bays sit side by side and separation is essential
  • There is a need to protect nearby workers from welding flash, and
  • Distraction-free welding is a priority.

Side-by-side comparison of welding bay screening

Feature SonicClear PVC Weldflex™
Visibility Clear material allows supervision and training observation Tinted material reduces visibility and distractions
Light transmission Keeps workshops bright with natural light Reduces glare and creates a focused environment
Protection Contains sparks from grinding applications Blocks sparks, welding flash, and UV radiation
Best use cases Grinding bays, access partitions, training areas Welding bays, multi-bay workshops, high-safety areas
Workshop feel Open and transparent Contained and private
Flexibility Available in strips or sheets, quick to install Curtains and panels built for welding protection

 

Choosing the right welding bay screening solution

For many workshops, the right solution is to use both materials together. SonicClear PVC is often installed around grinding bays or as access points, while Weldflex™ provides safe, compliant separation for welding activities.

Flexshield can help you design the right mix to suit your layout, ensuring every activity is carried out safely, productively, and in full compliance.

To speak with our workshop screening experts, contact Flexshield on 1300 799 969 or get in touch online.

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