Types and Uses of Roller Shutters
Roller shutters are a popular and effective way of protecting assets against thieves and vandals. As well as creating a strong visual deterrent to would-be criminals, roller shutters can have the added advantage of insulating against heat loss or noise. Many different levels of security are available to suit homes, commercial and industrial premises and shutters come in sizes to fit windows, doors, shopfronts and large warehouse openings. There are special ranges designed for bars and serveries as well as domestic roller shutters.
When open, the horizontal slats coil neatly into a discreet box above the opening, so a roller shutter door is a space saving physical security solution. Materials used are steel or extruded aluminium; both can be solid or perforated. There is a choice of single or twin skin – the twin skin generally featuring a foam filled core to provide insulation or fire protection. With features including reinforced bottom rails and auto locks, a security roller shutter door presents a durable barrier that has very few weak points.
Door operation can be manual or electric. With manual, locking is normally by bullet or lath locks. Electrical operation is by rocker switch, key switch or remote control.
Featured Company – Guardian Industrial Doors
With decades of experience, Guardian Industrial Doors is an expert in roller shutters. The ISO9001 accredited company manufactures, installs, maintains and repairs a wide range of commercial and industrial door systems, including roller shutters in steel, aluminium and wood.
Choices include uninsulated shutters for industrial, commercial and agricultural premises through to aesthetically pleasing models offering heat and sound insulation and fire resistant ranges. All roller shutters and all automatic doors comply with the European standard BS EN 13241-1 for safe usage.
Guardian Industrial Doors offers roller shutters in sizes and styles to suit everything from windows to shop fronts and industrial doorways.
Insulated aluminium choices range from light duty shutters for easy manual operation in homes and commercial premises to the most secure ARES models featuring unique anti-cut construction. The Ultra model combines the weather resistance and insulation of aluminium with high opening speeds normally only achieved with less secure PVC shutters. Steel versions include an Eco range and the versatile Commercial range offering strength and rigidity with the option to add full colour branding, sections of punched or perforated steel or polycarbonate glazing.
There is a wide choice of aluminium roller grilles ideally suited to interior use in retail areas and for car parks, heavy duty steel grilles are available.
Guardian Industrial Doors provides a nationwide service for installation, maintenance and repairs around the clock. For further information on the best roller shutter solution, visit the website or contact the highly experienced technical team.
Where to buy roller shutters
- Plastivan UK - Unit 4 Bonville Industrial Estate, Bonville Road, Brislington, Bristol, BS4 5QU, 0117 300 5625
- Guardian Industrial Doors - 45 Progress Rd, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 5PR, 0800 783 6602
- Livewire Gates and Doors - Arlaw Banks, Winston, Darlington, County Durham, DL2 3PX, 01833 627 776
- Aardee Security Shutters Ltd - 5 Dalsholm Avenue, Dawsholm Industrial Estate, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G20 0TS, 0141 810 3444
- RSG Security - Canada House, 272 Field End Road, Ruislip, Greater London, HA4 9NA, 0208 123 1088
- A1 Shutters - Jackson Works, Raikes Lane Industrial Estate, Raikes Lane, Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 2NH, 01204 383839
- Excel Industrial Doors & Shutters - Firths Mills, Stoney Battery Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 4TW, 0800 1357834