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What is a Roller Shutter Door?
A roller shutter door is made from individual horizontal steel or aluminium slats that roll up and down around a top barrel. Guided by side channels for security, they operate vertically and are incredibly compact, typically requiring only 200 to 500mm of headroom above the opening. While manual spring or chain options are available, most modern roller doors use electric motors because the cost is now highly comparable to manual operation.
Domestic Garage Doors
Roller doors have become one of the most popular types of garage doors. They are always made-to-measure, available in almost any colour, and provide excellent weather sealing and security. Because roller doors have many moving parts, choosing high-quality components is crucial. Cheaply made alternatives often suffer from hidden internal failures, so it always pays to buy right and buy once!
Insulated Roller Doors
Constructed with 20 to 30mm thick double-skinned slats, insulated doors are popular in both domestic and commercial settings. They offer superior weather sealing, structural strength, and almost no rattling during high winds compared to single-skin doors. Pairing an insulated door with a fast electric motor opens the door in seconds, which dramatically reduces heat loss in the building.
Commercial and Industrial Options
- Industrial roller shutter doors: Designed for large openings and heavy usage, these feature 3-phase motors and heavy-duty structural supports for doors operating more than 15 times a day.
- High speed roller door systems: Operating at up to 2.5 metres per second, these energy-efficient doors come in fabric or double-skinned metal to improve building workflow.
- Fire rated roller shutters: These flame-resistant curtains are engineered to prevent the spread of fire and smoke for a specified duration once activated.
Roller vs Sectional Doors
A very common mistake in building plans is confusing roller shutter doors with sectional overhead doors. The mechanics are entirely different. A roller door coils tightly into a compact top roll, whereas a sectional door slides upward and tracks inward across the ceiling without rolling.
For a straightforward discussion to ensure you get the right specification for your needs, speak to Samson Doors on (01933) 448850.
