Security Rated & Insulated Industrial Roller Shutter Doors
Security rated and insulated roller shutter doors provide dual performance for UK commercial and industrial premises where both enhanced security and thermal efficiency are essential. These specialist doors combine tested and certified security protection with insulated double‑skinned steel curtain construction, offering comprehensive protection for warehouses, factories, distribution centres, retail units and high‑value storage facilities.
Rising energy costs and increasing commercial burglary rates make the case for upgrading to security‑rated insulated roller shutters compelling. Insurance providers are placing greater emphasis on physical security measures, and certified doors can reduce premiums whilst providing measurable improvements in heating efficiency and premises protection.
Certified Security Performance
Security rated roller shutters are independently tested to Loss Prevention Standards (LPS 1175) and assigned an SR rating based on the level of forced entry resistance achieved under controlled attack scenarios. SR1 and SR2 rated doors are the most common commercial specifications in the UK, with SR2 offering substantially higher resistance to manual attack tools and prolonged forced entry attempts.
These doors typically feature reinforced steel lath profiles, heavy‑duty bottom rails with positive locking mechanisms, strengthened guide channels and high‑security barrel locks or motor‑operated deadlocking systems. All components are specified and tested as a complete assembly to achieve the certified rating, ensuring consistent security performance across the entire door system.
Insulated Double‑Skinned Construction
Insulated roller shutter doors use double‑skinned steel curtain slats filled with CFC‑free polyurethane foam, typically 77mm or 95mm deep depending on specification and thermal performance requirements. This construction significantly reduces heat loss through external openings, improving comfort for staff, reducing heating costs and helping to maintain stable internal temperatures for temperature‑sensitive storage or production environments.
The inherent strength and rigidity of insulated double‑skinned curtains also eliminates wind rattle, provides improved acoustic insulation and contributes to the overall security performance of the door. Heavier gauge steel and foam‑filled construction creates a substantially more robust barrier compared to single‑skin roller shutters, even before additional security features are factored in.
Motor Operation & Control Options
Security rated insulated roller shutters are supplied with industrial‑specification electric operators matched to the door weight and usage frequency. Single‑phase or three‑phase motor options are available, with tubular motors for smaller openings and chain‑geared or direct‑drive external motors for heavier or larger doors. High‑speed operation and high‑cycle duty ratings can be specified for frequently accessed openings or where rapid opening is required for operational efficiency.
Control accessories include key switches, push button stations, remote transmitters, loop detectors, photocells, safety edges and integration with access control systems or building management platforms. Emergency manual override and battery backup options ensure continued access during power failures.
Approved by Secured by Design & Insurance Standards
Many UK security rated roller shutters carry Secured by Design accreditation, the official police security initiative supporting the principles of 'designing out crime'. Doors tested to LPS 1175 SR1 or SR2 standards are widely recognised by insurers and often required as a condition of cover for high‑risk or high‑value commercial premises.
By specifying certified security rated and insulated roller shutters, building owners, facilities managers and specifiers can demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements, satisfy planning or lease conditions and provide measurable improvements in both security and energy performance.
Finish Options & Customisation
Security rated insulated roller shutters are available in plastisol or polyester powder coat finishes to most standard RAL or BS colour references, allowing the door to complement existing building aesthetics or corporate branding. Laminated colour options provide additional durability and resistance to scratching or scuffing in high‑traffic industrial environments.
Samson Doors supplies leading security rated and insulated roller shutter systems including the SeceuroDoor 9501 (SR1 rated), SeceuroDoor 7501 and 7502 (SR1 and SR2 rated) and other approved models, all manufactured to order and professionally installed with full commissioning, certification and after‑sales support across the UK.
