The RapidSlider is Mercia Industrial's retractable fabric wall system, providing on-demand space division that can be opened or closed in seconds. Unlike fixed or semi-permanent partition systems, the RapidSlider operates on an overhead sliding track that allows heavy-duty industrial fabric panels to be stacked neatly at one or both ends of the run when not needed, returning the full floor space to single-zone use. This makes it the ideal solution for facilities that need to divide space during certain shifts or operations but require full open-plan access at other times.
The RapidSlider fabric panels are available in a range of specifications from lightweight acoustic mesh to heavy-duty 680 gsm reinforced PVC suitable for industrial environments. The panels hang from engineered trolley carriers on powder-coated steel track and can be operated by a single person with minimal effort, even on runs exceeding 30 metres. Optional motorised operation is available for very wide spans or facilities where frequent cycling is required.
The system excels in environments such as multi-use warehouses, logistics hubs that handle different client stock in the same building, manufacturing facilities with shift-based production changes, and sports or events spaces that share premises with industrial tenants. The RapidSlider has no floor channels or fixed walls, so forklift operations are never obstructed, and the system leaves no permanent marks on the building fabric.
Key Features
Retractable fabric panels on overhead sliding track
Opens or closes in seconds — single-person operation
Available in widths from 3 m to 60 m+ (motorised for large spans)
Panel weights from 250 gsm mesh to 680 gsm reinforced PVC
No floor channels or fixings — forklift-safe at all times
Acoustic panel options for noise reduction between zones
Motorised drive option with remote control or push-button
Fully removable without structural impact on building
Common Applications
Technical Specifications
| Track system | Powder-coated steel, ceiling-mounted |
| Panel fabric options | 250 gsm mesh to 680 gsm reinforced PVC |
| Maximum span | 60 m+ (motorised above 20 m recommended) |
| Operation | Manual or motorised (push-button / remote) |
| Standard heights | Up to 12 m eaves height |
| Panel colours | Grey, white, yellow, custom RAL |
| Fire rating | Available in LPS 1207 compliant fabric |
| Warranty | 5 years on track, 3 years on fabric panels |