Servery Fire Shutter – Flexible Structure

Our Servery Fire Shutters for Flexible Structures has been specifically tested and certified for use on serveries with non-rigid supporting constructions. This makes it the ideal solution for kitchens, school canteens, cafés, bars, receptions and commercial serveries where the surrounding structure is not a standard masonry or concrete wall.

Unlike many servery shutters on the market, this product has been independently tested as a servery opening, ensuring full compliance and acceptance by Building Control and Fire Officers.

This product is available in 60-minute and 120-minute fire integrity ratings depending on site requirements.

Key benefits

•  Tested and certified as a servery opening, approximately 900mm from FFL
• Approved for flexible wall type - Timber Stud.
• Available with 60-minute (E60) or 120-minute (E120) fire integrity rating.
• Integrates with building fire alarm and detection systems for automatic closure.
   

Where it is used

Typical applications include:

• School and college serveries
• Restaurant and café counters
• Commercial kitchen hatches
• Reception desks and public-facing serveries
• Healthcare and hospitality counters
   

Fire ratings and sizes

E60 – 60-minute fire integrity

• Tube motor (size range limited)
• Industrial motor up to approx. 8000 mm W × 2400 mm H clear opening
• Test Report – 552862 with Technical Report FPA107941

E120 – 120-minute fire integrity

• Tube motor only
• Maximum Opening Size - 2500mm W × 1550mm H
• Test Report – 552862

Tested / classified to:

• BS EN 1634‑1 – Fire resistance testing of doors and shutters
• BS EN 15269‑10
• EN 13501‑2 – Fire classification of construction products
• CE marked to BS EN 16034

Suitable wall types (flexible structures)

Designed for non‑rigid supporting constructions such as:

•  Timber stud walls
• Metal Stud Walls are not suitable

To match the tested constructions, the supporting wall needs to be:

• Vertical C16 structural timbers: 3 × 45 mm wide × 100 mm deep, tied into structure top and bottom
• Horizontal C16 structural timbers: 2 × 3 × 45 mm wide × 100 mm deep
• Fire‑rated boarding to 60 or 120 minutes (Same rating as the Shutter)
• Capacity to support approx. 25 kg/m² shutter weight
   
  For detailed requirements see our Fire Shutter Substrate Guide.

Landing surfaces

The shutter must close onto a compliant landing surface to maintain fire integrity. Typical options include:

• Masonry or concrete worktop
• Steel cill angle
• Class A1 non‑combustible substrate (EN 13501)
• (E120 Rating) - 1.5 mm 304 stainless‑steel cill
   

Controls & Safety Features

Every Servery Fire Shutter includes:

• Fire Control Panel – standard or staged descent
• Audio-Visual Warning – mandatory for serveries
• Battery Backup Unit – ensures automatic closure under power loss
• Integration with fire alarm or independent detectors

• Emergency escape options where required

  For more details see our Fire Shutter Controls Guide