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If you have a large building with openings and service hatches which a standard fire door wouldn’t fit into, fire shutters could be the safety solution you are looking for. Here’s everything you need to know about these potentially life-saving barriers.
What are Fire Shutters?
Fire shutters are a motor-powered screen that rolls down across an opening. They are similar in principle to a motor-powered electric blind.
Where should Fire Shutters be Fitted?
Doorways in a commercial property should be fitted with fire doors. However, many buildings have openings that are not traditional doorways. A fire that started in a kitchen could spread to other areas of the building through a serving hatch. Gaps such as these can be fitted with fire shutters that trigger automatically in the event of a fire.Â
How do Fire Shutters Work?
Fire shutters are designed to roll down when fire is detected. They are linked to your fire safety system and will operate automatically upon the detection of smoke or fire. Fire shutters divide your building into compartments. This can contain a fire in the section of your building where the fire broke out and slow its progression to other parts of the premises.
What Standards have the Fire Shutters been Tested to?
Flameshield Fire Shutters have been tested by the Warrington Fire Research Establishment. Both models that we supply and install meet modern safety standards and have been associated with a 1-2 hour fire resistance. A fire shutter automatically deploying could make time for your staff to evacuate safely, and prevent damage to your premises.
Can my Business have Fire Shutters Installed?
Call Cooks Industrial Doors on 0800 0180304 to arrange an appointment with one of our experienced engineers. We will take a look around your site with you and see how the fire safety of your business could be improved by fire shutters. We also supply and install fire doors, fire curtains and smoke curtains.
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