Doorway Fire Shutters - Rigid Structure

Tested and certified: tested to BS EN 1634-1, classified to BS EN 13501-2, and UKCA and CE marked to BS EN 16034. E60, E120 or E240 fire integrity.

Integrity from either side: the fire rating applies whichever side of the shutter the fire is on.

For rigid structures: masonry, concrete or fire-protected structural steel, closing to finished floor level. For timber stud walls, see our Doorway Fire Shutters – Flexible Structure.

Two motor options: a tubular motor for smaller openings (the maximum size depends on the weight of the curtain), and a chain-drive industrial motor for openings up to 10 m wide x 7 m high.

Closes automatically in a fire: on a fire alarm signal, a heat detector or a fusible link, depending on the motor and control panel. On an escape route, it must be triggered by a heat detector or fusible link only.

Made to measure: manufactured to suit your exact opening. Galvanised as standard, with powder coating available.

Fire performance

• Tested to BS EN 1634-1, with extended application to BS EN 15269-10, and classified to BS EN 13501-2
• UKCA and CE marked to BS EN 16034
• Fire integrity: E60, E120 or E240. E120 and E240 are available on smaller sizes, confirmed at quotation
• Integrity (E) applies whichever side of the shutter the fire is on
• No radiation (EW) rating is available on rigid structures
• This is an uninsulated shutter: an E rating provides integrity, not insulation (EI) or smoke control
• The classification applies only to the tested shutter and supporting construction
• Doorway shutters must not be used for servery openings. See our servery fire shutters instead

Supporting structure

• Masonry or concrete: normalised high-density rigid construction with an overall density of at least 850 kg/m³, and a thickness suitable for the required fire rating
• Protected structural steel: must satisfy Rule J.2.1 of BS EN 15269-10 and be designed with a specialist passive fire protection engineer, using a fire protection system tested to EN 13381-4 or EN 13381-8
• E60 only: protected mild steel box-section packers or goalpost frames are permitted where the section factor (A/V) is less than 230 m⁻¹ with four sides exposed, and the fire protection keeps the steel at 400 °C or less
• The supporting structure must have an equal or greater fire resistance than the shutter
• Not suitable for: standard (non-fire-rated) plasterboard, insulated panel walls, metal stud partitions, plastic-lined walls, whitewall partitions (unless cut back to brick) or unprotected structural steel
• We supply the fire shutter and its controls. The supporting structure, floor surface, power supply and fire alarm interface are provided by others

Floor surface

• Closes to finished floor level
• The floor must be non-combustible, with a minimum Class A2 classification to EN 13501-1

Curtain and guides

• 75 mm curved galvanised steel slats
• Steel U-section guide rails, sized to suit the fire rating, motor type and opening
• Controlled descent when closing

Tubular motor (smaller openings)

• The maximum opening size depends on the weight of the curtain the motor can lift
• Motor fitted inside the barrel
• Closes automatically on a fire alarm signal, or on a heat detector with the FCP03 panel
• Standard battery backup (about 4 hours) powers the shutter down if the power fails during a fire alarm activation
• Optional deluxe sleep-mode battery backup lasts about 30 days and is woken by the fire alarm
• Manual override

Industrial motor (larger openings)

• Up to 10 m wide x 7 m high (depending on the width, height and fire rating)
• Heavy-duty external chain-drive motor, single-phase or three-phase, included in the test reports
• Closes automatically on a fire alarm signal (via a solenoid release) or by fusible link
• Fusible link melts at 67 °C and closes the shutter under gravity, even with no power
• Chain override to raise and lower the shutter in a power cut

Control panels and warnings

• Standard FCP01 panel: 0–5 minute delay before closing and a 98 dB sounder
• Deluxe FCP03 panel: adds staged descent, an emergency escape function and heat detector wiring
• Interface with the building's fire alarm system (volt-free contact)
• We recommend an audio-visual warning device on both sides of the shutter. Check what the site's fire risk assessment requires
• Maximum two opening and closing cycles per day

Finish

• Galvanised as standard
• Powder coating in any BS or RAL colour (may add to cost and lead time)

Typical applications

• Doorways between fire compartments, corridors and internal circulation routes
• Commercial and industrial access openings, warehouses and manufacturing facilities
• Plant rooms, service-access doorways, car parks and underground access areas
• Retail stockrooms, back-of-house areas and data centres

Escape routes

On an escape route, the shutter must be triggered by a heat detector or fusible link only (Approved Document B, 2019 edition). It must not obstruct a required escape route unless its location, closing sequence, warnings, controls and alternative means of escape have been specifically designed and approved as part of the building's fire strategy.

Lead times

Typical manufacturing lead times are 3–4 weeks for tubular motor shutters and 4–6 weeks for industrial motor shutters. Lead times may vary with the shutter size, fire rating, controls, powder coating and other project-specific requirements. We confirm an estimated delivery or installation date at quotation stage.

What we supply

We supply the fire shutter and its controls. The supporting structure, floor surface, power supply and fire alarm interface are provided by others and must meet the tested specification. See the Fire Shutter Substrate Guide in Resources & Downloads.

Installation

Correct installation is essential to achieving the stated fire performance. The shutter must be installed by trained, competent installers following the manufacturer's instructions and the tested configuration. For supply and installation projects, we normally complete a site survey to confirm the opening size, supporting structure and site conditions before manufacture.

Servicing and testing

• Service by a competent engineer at least every 6 months
• Weekly operational test by the user
• Replace the battery backup every 2 years

Prices depend on the opening size, fire rating, motor and controls, supporting structure, finish and installation requirements. These figures are an initial budget guide only. All prices exclude VAT.

Indicative supply-only prices

• Tubular motor, small opening (up to 2.5 m wide): £2,500–£3,800
• Tubular motor, medium opening (2.5–4.0 m wide): £3,500–£5,500
• Industrial motor, medium opening (4–6 m wide): £5,500–£8,500
• Industrial motor, large opening (6–10 m wide): £8,000–£15,000+

Indicative supply and installation prices

• Tubular motor systems: £3,500–£6,500
• Industrial motor systems: £7,000–£18,000+

What affects the price

• Opening width and height
• Fire rating: E60, E120 or E240
• Tubular or industrial motor
• Control panel, battery backup and fire alarm integration
• Audio-visual warning equipment
• Powder-coated finish
• Site access, lifting equipment and installation conditions

Optional extras

• Deluxe FCP03 control panel (staged descent, emergency escape function, heat detector wiring): about +£250
• Deluxe sleep-mode battery backup (about 30 days): about +£400
• Powder coating (RAL/BS colours): +10–20%
• Additional fire alarm interfaces: £150–£500
• Enhanced audio-visual warning systems: £200–£600
• Site surveys and compliance inspections: project dependent

Check what your fire risk assessment requires before choosing controls. Prices don't include the supporting structure, floor surface, power supply or fire alarm interface, which are provided by others. For an accurate price, use our quote builder or call 0800 046 6380.