TAG | roller shutter doors
In order to provide a convenient solution to securing businesses and warehouses, the majority are fitted with roller shutter doors. This type of security shutter is very popular because they can be made to suit many specific jobs. For example, insulation may be essential for a cold store, or high speed doors may be required in heavy traffic areas.
Here are some of the more popular roller shutter door types available on the market.
Insulated Roller Shutter Doors
Where a high level of security is required combined with the ability to restrict the amount of heat lost from a building, then insulated roller shutter doors are the ideal solution. The ability to maintain a consistent inside temperature will mean the goods will remain in top condition for a much longer period of time than if the door featured no insulation whatsoever.
Automatic roller shutter doors can be controlled by push button operation, whilst manual insulated roller doors are normally operated using a chain hoist. In addition to this the industrial insulated roller shutter door is able to be made to suit very large opening like those found on hangers and major distribution centres.
High Speed Roller Shutter Doors
In areas of high traffic such as distribution centers etc, high speed roller shutters will keep the flow of traffic moving. Able to be fitted with radars and sensors, the high speed door will automatically open at such high speed that the vehicle can simply keep going without having to slow down.
If the work environment has a high volume of traffic such as forklifts coming and going in and out of the building these types of roller shutters are the ideas solution. They allow for the temperature to be maintained at a constant level as the door is only open for literally a few seconds as the motor opens and retracts the door curtain very quickly.
Fire Resistant Roller Shutters
Where the spread of fire is essential, fire rated roller shutters will need to be specified. Certified and tested to withstand the heat and smoke for a specific period (usually 2 or 4 hours)
Security Roller Shutters
Most commonly found on small warehouses, garages and shop window. Similar in design to domestic roller garage doors, a basic security roller shutter is very simple to operate and will offer a significant level of security against anyone gaining access to the inside of the building. Featuring high security locks, strong shutter profiles and reinforced parts, these roller shutters will create a good level of security and are very affordable to the mass market.
