Servery Fire Shutters - Flexible Structure

Tested to BS EN 1634-1: E60 fire integrity, or E120 on openings up to 2000 mm x 2000 mm, for the tested shutter and timber stud wall configuration. The rating applies whichever side the fire is on. EW20 integrity and radiation performance is available on openings up to 2500 mm wide x 1500 mm high, in the tested direction of fire exposure.

Purpose-built for serveries: tested specifically for servery hatch and counter openings in timber stud walls. Not suitable for metal stud partitions.

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 larger openings up to 8.0 m wide x 2.4 m high at E60.

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.

Power-failure protection: tubular motor shutters have battery backup (about 4 hours) that powers the shutter down if the power fails during a fire alarm activation. On industrial motor shutters, the fusible link melts at 67 °C and closes the shutter under gravity, even with no power.

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

Fire performance

• Tested to BS EN 1634-1 specifically for servery hatch applications
• Fire integrity: E60 (up to 8.0 m wide x 2.4 m high), or E120 on openings up to 2000 mm x 2000 mm
• Integrity (E) applies whichever side of the shutter the fire is on
• EW20 integrity and radiation performance available on openings up to 2500 mm wide x 1500 mm high, in the tested direction of fire exposure only
• The classification applies only to the tested shutter and timber stud wall configuration
• Only servery-tested shutters can be used for servery openings. Doorway shutters must not be used

Supporting wall

• Timber stud walls only (flexible structure). Not suitable for metal stud partitions
• The timber studs, fire-rated boards, insulation, fixings, opening details and cill or landing must follow the tested specification
• We supply the fire shutter and its controls. The wall, counter or cill, power supply and fire alarm interface are provided by others

Counter, cill and floor

• The counter or cill the shutter closes onto must be non-combustible, Class A1 to EN 13501-1
• 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 8.0 m wide x 2.4 m high at E60
• 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)

Escape routes

On an escape route, the shutter must be triggered by a heat detector or fusible link only (Approved Document B, 2019 edition).

The final specification should reflect the required fire classification, opening size, supporting wall, motor and fire control strategy.

Lead times

Typical manufacturing lead times are 3–4 weeks for tubular motor shutters and 3–5 weeks for industrial motor shutters. Powder coating or project-specific requirements may extend this slightly.

What we supply

We supply the fire shutter and its controls. The timber stud wall, counter or cill, power supply and fire alarm interface are provided by others and must be built exactly to the tested specification. See the Fire Shutter Substrate Guide in Resources & Downloads.

Installation

Correct installation is critical to achieving the stated fire performance. The shutter must be installed into the approved timber stud wall with the specified cill and fixing details. For supply and installation projects, the process typically includes a site survey to confirm the wall is suitable, followed by manufacture and installation.

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 (E60 or E120), motor type and finish. All prices exclude VAT.

Indicative supply-only prices

• Tubular motor, small servery (up to 1200 mm wide): £1,800–£2,800
• Tubular motor, medium servery (1200–2000 mm wide): £2,500–£3,800
• Industrial motor, medium opening (2000–3000 mm wide): £3,500–£5,500
• Industrial motor, large opening (3000 mm+ wide): £5,000–£8,000+

Indicative supply and installation prices

• Tubular motor systems: £2,500–£4,500
• Industrial motor systems: £4,500–£9,000+

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 timber stud wall, counter or cill, power supply or fire alarm interface, which are provided by others. For an accurate price, use our quote builder or call 0800 046 6380.