Empire traverse rods perform well on light and medium weight draperies up to 180 inches wide. Created with a heavy-gauge steel construction, Empire rods ensure a streamlined profile and dependable, trouble free operation. The master carrier on our Empire rod is molded of extra strong Celcon; a material that will hold more weight with less distortion than metal or other plastics and will return to its original shape after heavy use. The unique design of the master arm permits the hook on the under lap drapery edge to be inserted so draperies close easily and completely, thereby eliminating fraying due to rubbing of fabric on underlying panels.