Collection: Fire Rated Roller Shutters

We supply three types of made-to-measure fire rated roller shutter. Use the comparison table above to compare ratings, supporting structures and prices.

Servery fire shutters
For servery hatches, counters and service openings. Available for rigid structures (masonry, concrete or fire-protected structural steel) and flexible structures (timber stud walls), with up to E120 fire integrity.

Doorway fire shutters
For doorways and corridor openings, closing to floor level. Rigid structure versions offer up to E240 fire integrity. Flexible (timber stud wall) versions offer up to E90.

Industrial fire shutters
For large openings in masonry, structural steel or timber stud walls. Up to E240 fire integrity on doorway openings and E60 on servery openings.

Construction and finish
• Curtain of 75 mm solid steel curved slats
• Galvanised steel as standard
• Powder coating available in any BS or RAL colour, subject to certification limitations
• The shutter hood forms part of the fire rating and gives a neat finish
• Every shutter is manufactured to measure

The supporting wall or structure is a critical part of a fire shutter installation. The correct shutter must be selected according to whether the opening is formed within a flexible or rigid supporting construction.

Flexible Structure Fire Shutters

Flexible Structure Fire Shutters are designed for installation into a specific tested timber stud wall construction.

The timber studs, fire rated boards, insulation, fixings and opening detail form part of the tested fire-shutter system and must follow the applicable product specification.

These shutters should not be assumed to be suitable for every lightweight partition or metal stud wall.

The wall construction must be checked against the relevant fire test or classification evidence before manufacture.

Rigid Structure Fire Shutters

Rigid Structure Fire Shutters are designed to be secured to suitable masonry, concrete or appropriately fire-protected structural steel.

The supporting construction must be capable of accepting the shutter fixings and remain within the requirements of the relevant tested or assessed fire-shutter configuration.

Where structural steel is used, the supporting steelwork may require an appropriate fire-protection system depending on the specific product and fire rating.

Why does the supporting construction matter?

A fire shutter is tested as part of a complete system. The shutter curtain, guides, fixings, supporting wall or steelwork and landing or cill detail can all affect its fire performance.

Using the wrong shutter for the wall construction, or changing the tested fixing arrangement, may mean the stated fire classification no longer applies.

Not sure which system you need?

Send us the details of your wall construction, opening dimensions and required fire rating and our team can help identify whether a Flexible Structure or Rigid Structure fire shutter is appropriate.

Most fire shutters are tested closing to finished floor level. The extended application standard for steel roller shutters, BS EN 15269-10, has no rule for extending that evidence to an elevated servery or countertop opening, and industry guidance has highlighted this gap. A shutter installed on a servery hatch without specific test evidence may fall outside its declared field of application.

Our servery fire shutters are tested specifically for servery hatch applications to BS EN 1634-1, with up to E120 fire integrity.

When comparing suppliers, ask:
• Is the product certified specifically for servery hatch installations?
• Does its extended application report permit servery hatch use?

Fire shutters are life safety products. Every shutter in our range is tested to BS EN 1634-1, and the stated rating only applies when it's installed exactly as tested, into the correct supporting construction.

Fire classifications explained

• E (integrity): stops flames and hot gases passing through. Available as E60, E90, E120 and E240, depending on the product.
• EW (integrity and radiation): also limits radiated heat. EW20 is available on timber stud doorway shutters up to 2400 mm x 2400 mm and timber stud servery shutters up to 2500 mm wide x 1500 mm high, subject to the tested specification and direction.
• EI (integrity and insulation): also limits temperature rise. Our steel fire shutters primarily provide E-rated integrity and should not be treated as insulated unless EI evidence is provided for the specified system.

Standards

• Fire resistance testing: BS EN 1634-1
• Classification: BS EN 13501-2
• Extended application: BS EN 15269-10, where applicable
• Product standard and marking: BS EN 16034 (UKCA and CE marked doorway shutters), in line with the product's Declaration of Performance

Building Regulations

The required fire rating is set by the building's fire strategy and fire risk assessment. In England, guidance is given in Approved Document B. Requirements differ in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, so follow project-specific guidance.

Fire shutters close automatically when they receive an approved activation signal. The right control arrangement depends on the shutter, motor, fire strategy and tested product configuration.

Depending on the system, options include:

• Fire alarm input, connected to the building's fire alarm panel
• Independent heat detector
• Fusible link or solenoid release
• Controlled motorised closure and controlled descent
• Battery backup
• Gravity fail-safe motor, which closes the shutter automatically on power failure (where specified)
• Audible and visual warnings
• Manual emergency controls, emergency escape buttons and break glass units
• Integration with access control, alarm override and building management systems
• Manual or motorised reset

How the shutter behaves on alarm and during a power failure must be specified for each project. Where a fire alarm connection is required, the shutter must close in line with the building's approved cause-and-effect sequence.

Escape routes

A descending shutter must not obstruct a required escape route unless its position, activation sequence, controls, warnings and means of escape have been specifically designed and approved as part of the building's fire strategy.

Fire rated roller shutters close off openings in fire-resisting compartment walls while keeping them open for everyday use. They support open-plan layouts and stay concealed until needed. The right shutter for each location depends on the fire strategy, supporting construction, required classification and operating sequence.

• Compartment walls and internal openings: corridors and service areas, warehouse access points, factory production zones and storage rooms
• Service counters and serveries: commercial kitchens, schools, hospitals and catering environments, separating kitchens from public areas
• Shopping centres and retail units: shop entrances, escalator openings and voids
• Warehouses and industrial facilities: loading bays and large internal openings between compartments
• Healthcare and public buildings: hospitals, schools and government buildings, supporting life safety strategies while keeping access open during normal use

Installation

Fire shutters must be installed by competent installers, following the manufacturer's certified details and the building's fire strategy. This includes the approved fixing method, the certified guide rail and hood arrangement, correct clearances, and a supporting structure that provides the required fire resistance. Any deviation from the tested detail can invalidate the fire rating.

Commissioning must confirm that the shutter closes, stops and resets in line with the approved cause-and-effect sequence. Any required power-failure operation must also be tested and recorded.

Electrical work

Motorised shutters must comply with current electrical regulations (BS 7671) and the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations, and include appropriate safety devices to prevent injury during normal operation. The final electrical connection should be completed by a qualified electrician.

Servicing

Fire shutters should be serviced annually by a competent engineer, or more often in high-use environments or where the manufacturer specifies. A service should include:
• Testing automatic closure and descent speed
• Inspecting the curtain, guide rails, motor and controls
• Checking the power supply and battery backup
• Testing operation with the fire alarm

Replacement parts must match the original certified components. Unauthorised repairs or modifications can invalidate the fire rating.

Fire shutter prices depend on the fire rating, opening size, motor and control system, and connection to the building's fire alarm. The product prices shown above are for supply only. The guide prices below include installation.

• E60 fire shutters: £2,500–£3,500 installed. Suitable for smaller compartment openings and service areas.
• E90–E120 fire shutters: £3,000–£5,000 installed. Commonly specified for commercial units, warehouses and internal compartment walls.
• E240 fire shutters (doorway openings): £4,500–£7,500+ installed. Typically used in higher-risk industrial or large commercial environments.

What affects the final price

• Fire rating required (60, 90, 120 or 240 minutes)
• Opening width and height
• Number of shutters
• Fire alarm and building management system integration
• Battery backup and control panel requirements
• Structural fixing and compartment construction
• Site access and installation complexity

Getting an accurate quote

Because a fire shutter must match the building's fire strategy and certified installation details, we strongly recommend a site survey. Use our product quote builder or call our team on 0800 046 6380.