Modern fire safety design involves planning fire shutter doors as an integral part of ensuring people are kept safe, property is protected, business is kept going, and fire and smoke is contained between separate zones.
At Kaiser Doors we supply, install, maintain and repair quality fire shutter doors to commercial and industrial properties ensuring each system is fitted and installed correctly and that in the event of an emergency the door will perform precisely as it is supposed to.
Commercial and industrial property ranging from warehouses, factories, retail stores, hospitals and all forms of commercial buildings can be partitioned effectively using fire shutters which are the key to complying with all aspects of fire safety requirements.
What Are Fire Shutter Doors?
A fire shutter door ( or fire rated roller shutter) is a purpose built shutter that closes itself automatically when a fire breaks out. Designed to form a fire separation in specific openings (e.g. Corridors, loading bays, internal divisions, connections between areas) fire shutter doors are manufactured using fire resisting materials.
These fire shutters are usually linked to the fire alarm systems within a building where heat or smoke detection can cause the shutter to automatically close to prevent a spread of flames and smoke.
Kaiser Doors can offer fire shutter doors designed for performance, strength, endurance, and the necessary standards to meet the requirements of various commercial settings.
Why Fire Shutter Doors Are So Important
Safety isn't something we can leave to chance and while the standard roller shutter door can offer some security and prevent a fire from being entered, they are not built to provide any form of resistance and thereby delaying the spread of a fire.
Fire shutter doors provide the necessary and appropriate level of resistance, allowing a reasonable response time for fire services and assisting with minimising any disruption to your business.
A professionally fitted fire shutter door will in a situation of a fire save property and life, it can protect escape routes from fire spread, save vital areas and restrict smoke. Often smoke spread is the main killer of fires.
Insurance purposes also ensure many buildings have a level of fire shutter provision.
Fire Shutter Door Supply and Installation
Kaiser Doors offer a total fire shutter door installation package. The work commences at initial survey and includes final commissioning of the system. Each site is unique and this practical approach is applied to ensure the right shutter is chosen to meet the building design, the risk identified and the operational requirements of your premises.
The fire shutter door can be installed internally or externally depending on its intended function. In an industrial environment, fire shutters might be installed to protect areas within the warehouse, loading bays or to divide a production area. In commercial buildings, corridors, store rooms, plant rooms or high-risk areas can be protected using our fire shutter door systems.
We work with businesses and facilities management organisations, contractors and developers ensuring installations are completed in a professional and efficient manner with minimal disruption.
Fire Rated Roller Shutters for Commercial and Industrial Premises
Fire shutter doors are used widely throughout many industries, due to the practicality and strength they offer as a fire compartmentation solution.
Kaiser Doors install and supply fire rated roller shutters for many areas including;
- Manufacturing and production sites where there is a heightened fire risk due to machinery and electrical systems.
- Warehouses and distribution centres where there is a need to achieve fire separation between stock, stock positions and layouts.
- Retail and shopfront premises where it might be necessary to incorporate fire shutters at storage areas or at internal accesses.
- Healthcare premises where protection of corridors and routes will be necessary, as too will the protection of escape routes.
- Catering and food production sites where there is risk from heat, grease, appliances etc.
- Exhibition and venue locations which often have large open areas that would require planning of fire separation
- Secure industrial environments and Aerospace where downtime could become very costly
No matter the industry, fire shutter doors provide peace of mind and a clear safety benefit when installed and maintained properly.
Automatic Closing Fire Shutter Doors
Nearly all fire shutter doors are manufactured with an automatic close function. This automatic closing mechanism can be activated by linkage to the fire alarm system, or it can be achieved through the activation of a fusible link. These fusible links melt at varying temperatures dependant on the fire shutter, and then allow the door to fall to the closed position.
Automatic close systems are an essential component of all fire shutters. If a fire were to break out in an emergency situation it is possible that no individual would be in a position to manually close a fire shutter, automatic systems enable immediate and assured action in fire situations.
Kaiser Doors are on hand to offer advice on the appropriate activation mechanism based on your individual building design and fire safety scheme.
Fire Shutter Door Repairs
Every fire shutter door must work at all times. Shutter failure due to damage or motor failure or a tendency to jam could render it useless in an emergency. Small problems create huge risks.
We provide professional fire shutter door repairs for businesses, dealing with issues such as:
- Shutters not closing correctly
- Faulty motors or control panels
- Damaged curtain slats or guide rails
- Misalignment and noisy operation
- Fire alarm integration faults
- Wear and tear affecting shutter performance
Our engineers can then look at the fault and get your shutter back into safe working order quickly. If replacement parts are needed, then they can be acquired and fitted, with all safety features of the shutter restored.
Fire Shutter Door Servicing and Maintenance
Servicing is also one of the most crucial step to ensure fire shutter doors remain functional and reliable. As much as high-quality doors are reliable, they can and will malfunction at some stage due to daily wear, vibrations or various environment circumstances.
Kaiser Doors offers a comprehensive fire shutter door service and maintenance packages ensuring your shutters remain operational, reliable and minimising the chances of the door failing when required.
Maintenance includes checking curtain, guides, motor, control system, safety devices, and the function of the closing operation; also confirming correct operation upon detection by a linked fire alarm.
This routine service will not only add to the reliability but will enable you to meet required regulations when required during inspections and fire safety checks.
Fire Shutter Door Compliance and Safety
Fire shutter doors are different from ordinary roller shutters and the fire shutter door must perform to a given standard, as well as being fitted correctly in order for it to do its intended job.
Kaiser doors take fire safety very seriously and the fire shutter door fitted will be fitted for the area it is placed in to comply with best practice guidelines. We also assist in maintaining and servicing the system for facilities managers and owners by advising on servicing intervals and maintenance duties.
We can evaluate any shutter door and advise if you are in doubt of whether it is fire rated or not, or if it may not be working correctly.
Fire Shutter Doors for Warehouses
High quantities of goods and packaging in warehouses can lead to very large fire loads. Fire shutter doors are often employed to create fire separation zones, preventing fires spreading quickly through open areas.
Loading bay openings and access between warehouse bays are areas where internal divisions and fire shutter doors can be utilised. When forklift access to the areas is required the roller shutter design enables large openings without compromising fire safety standards.
Warehouse fire shutter doors are manufactured by Kaiser doors and they have heavy duty systems which comply to fire safety standards.
Fire Shutter Doors for Retail and Shopfront Premises
Storage rooms, back-of-house corridors and delivery access require compartmentation against fire. Fire shutter doors can be used to protect such spaces and minimise risk especially within the common spaces of a shopping centre or commercial development.
Internal fire shutters are sometimes used to protect high-value stock rooms, or particular areas within larger retail units.
Kaiser Doors are in a position to advise retail and facilities management on the appropriate fire shutter doors and supply without hindering daily use of the premises.
Fire Shutter Doors for Manufacturing and Industrial Sites
As many manufacturing buildings involve machines, electricity, heat, flammable materials, they often present a dangerous workplace and for this reason fire shutters are extensively used to safeguard production areas, isolate rooms with high risk of fire and keep exit routes clear.
Our industrial fire shutter doors are design to survive with daily and heavy use and they are an extremely strong and reliable system.
Why Choose Kaiser Doors for Fire Shutter Doors?
Selecting the correct supplier is also important when considering fire safety. Fire shutter doors are an investment and have to be working when it really counts.
Kaiser doors have the experience and can offer the entire service, from supply and fitting through to repair and maintenance of your fire shutter doors ensuring safe, compliant and working fire shutter doors.
We have experience in a wide range of industries and recognise the practical needs of both commercial and industrial environments. The service is quite simple, a correct shutter solution will be installed by us, and then we will provide ongoing maintenance so you can continue to work with confidence.
Fire Shutter Door Installation, Repairs and Servicing
Whether it is a new fire shutter door you need installed, emergency repairs required or routine maintenance then Kaiser Doors can assist. We serve all businesses of various sizes and provide efficient assistance for new installations and existing shutter systems.
For a quotation or a site visit please contact Kaiser Doors and speak to our team about your requirements.
Contact Kaiser Doors Today
Kaiser Doors can offer a complete fire shutter door service if it’s reliable fire shutters, professional installation or just the maintenance and repairs you need to your business.
Contact us now to discuss your fire shutter doors and receive a free quotation.