MONTHLY ARCHIVES: FEBRUARY 2026
Can I operate my roller shutter door manually if there is a power cut?
Most industrial roller shutter doors are designed with some form of emergency manual operation so the door can be opened or closed in the event of a power failure.
Continue reading →Can roller shutter doors be used on fire escape routes or as fire shutters?
Standard roller shutter doors are generally not suitable as the sole means of escape on a designated fire exit route and should not be relied upon as an escape door unless they are specifically designed, tested and configured for that purpose
Continue reading →Can you replace my existing roller shutter door like‑for‑like?
In many cases we can replace an existing roller shutter door with a like‑for‑like or very similar product, using the same opening dimensions and fixing positions where appropriate.
Continue reading →How long does it take to manufacture and install an industrial roller shutter door?
The timescale for an industrial roller shutter door will always depend on the size, specification and finish required, but as a general guide most standard made‑to‑measure shutters take a few weeks from order to installation.
Continue reading →What control options are available for roller shutter doors?
There is a wide range of control options available for roller shutter doors, and the right choice will depend on how the door is used and who needs access
Continue reading →What power supply do I need for an electric industrial roller shutter door?
The power supply required for an electric roller shutter door will depend mainly on the size, weight and expected frequency of use of the door.
Continue reading →Are steel doorsets suitable for coastal or highly corrosive environments?
Yes… but not if you treat a coastal site like any other site.
Continue reading →Can a steel doorset be both fire rated and security rated?
Yes… but only if it is genuinely tested and certified
Continue reading →What certifications should I look for on a steel doorset?
Ask yourself one thing first: “What am I trying to achieve with this door?”
Continue reading →What finishes and colours are available for steel doorsets?
Most steel doorsets are finished in a factory‑applied coating system, commonly powder coated, and that is usually the best option for consistency and durability.
Continue reading →Which steel doorset should I choose for an emergency exit door?
Start with this: an emergency exit door is not the place for “clever” security.
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