A vertical drape raise shown with the drapes raised to the highest in an arena setting.

Vertical Drape Raise

Our Vertical Drape Raise systems provide a reliable and elegant solution for transforming large spaces at the touch of a button. Designed for flexibility and engineered for performance, these systems are ideal for a wide range of applications, including:

  • Audience dividers

  • Audience capacity reduction

  • Division of halls, arenas, and multi-purpose spaces

  • Raising decorative Austrian or Roman curtains

Locations where our Vertical Drape Raise systems can be found installed include: Coca-Cola Arena, Etihad Arena, Co-op Arena, Abha Entertainment Centre and The Venetian Theatre.

Each of these projects feature full photographic records and technical drawings, which are available upon request from projects@jcjoel.com.

J&C Joel's Vertical Drape Raise systems are installed in performance, entertainment, and sporting venues worldwide and have proven their capability and durability in some of the most demanding environments.

To achieve the perfect movement and finish for you, we offer a selection of drive mechanisms tailored to the scale, speed, and aesthetic of your project.

Our control systems range from simple Up/Down/Stop functionality to advanced packages offering: variable speed control, positional feedback and presets, slack-line monitoring, overload detection.

Whether you’re creating a dynamic performance environment or managing flexible public spaces, our Vertical Drape Raise systems deliver smooth, reliable operation with a premium finish.