Single Skin Fire Roller Shutters
Fire resistance options of 1, 2 or 4 hours
certified to relevant British and European standards
Cost-effective fire compartmentation
Suitable for commercial, service, retail, transport and industrial openings
Cost-Effective Fire Shutters for Safer, More Secure Openings
Our single skin fire roller shutters are designed to help protect commercial and service premises by compartmentalising areas and helping to reduce the spread of fire through vulnerable openings.
Constructed from 76mm curved steel, these shutters provide a practical and cost-effective solution where both fire protection and everyday security are required. Available with 1, 2 or 4-hour fire resistance ratings, they can be specified to suit the risk level, compliance needs and budget of your project.
Each shutter can be connected to a fire alarm or building management system, allowing it to automatically descend in the event of a fire alarm activation. With galvanised steel construction as standard and powder coating options available, this is a robust, reliable fire shutter solution for canteens, shopping malls, transport facilities, industrial units and other commercial environments.
Key Features
- Available with 1, 2 or 4-hour fire resistance ratings
- Tested and certified by WarringtonFire
- Constructed from 76mm single skin curved steel
- Designed to help compartmentalise buildings and reduce fire spread
- Can be connected to fire alarms and building management systems
- Automatically descends when activated by a fire alarm
- Galvanised finish as standard, with powder coating options available
- Suitable for commercial, retail, transport, service and industrial sites
Applications and Typical Use Cases
Single skin fire roller shutters are suitable for commercial and service environments where openings need to be protected against the spread of fire, while still allowing normal day-to-day access when required.
They are commonly used in:
- Canteens and servery openings
- Shopping centres and retail units
- Transport hubs and public facilities
- Commercial kitchens and food service areas
- Industrial units and warehouse openings
- Internal fire compartmentation between work areas
- Service counters and reception openings
- Plant rooms, back-of-house areas and controlled access points
Safety, Compliance and Operation
Our single skin fire roller shutters are designed to provide reliable fire compartmentation while remaining practical for everyday commercial use.
Tested by WarringtonFire, the shutters are available with 1, 2 or 4-hour fire resistance ratings and are designed to meet recognised fire and performance standards, including BS EN 16034:2014 and BS EN 13241:2003 + A2 2016.
In the event of a fire alarm activation, the shutter can automatically descend using the motor and audio-visual control panel, helping to close off the opening and reduce the spread of fire. Shutters can also be connected to fire alarm systems and building management systems where required.
Operation options include tubular motor systems with an audio-visual interface panel and battery backup facility, or inline motor systems with push button control, audio-visual panel, chain override, fusible link and solenoid release.
Key Operational Benefits
Single skin fire roller shutters are designed to operate reliably as part of a building’s wider fire safety system. They can be configured to close automatically when triggered by a fire alarm, helping to protect openings quickly while supporting safe, controlled operation through audio-visual warnings, manual override options and integration with fire alarm or building management systems.
- Automatic closing when linked to a fire alarm system
- Audio-visual warning panel to support safer operation
- Battery backup facility available with tubular motor systems
- Manual chain override available with inline motor systems
- Fusible link and solenoid release options
- Compatible with fire alarm and building management systems
- Designed for commercial and service environments
- Supports wider fire compartmentation and site safety planning
Why Maxium
At Maxium Doors, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products backed by expert customer service. Our steel roller shutters are UK-manufactured to the highest standards, ensuring durability, security, and ease of use. With years of experience providing waste management solutions for commercial properties, we understand the unique needs of individual businesses.
We offer fully customisable roller shutters that cater to your exact specifications, along with professional installation services to ensure a perfect fit. When you choose Maxium Doors, you’re choosing a company committed to quality, security, and customer satisfaction.
A single skin fire roller shutter is a steel roller shutter designed to close off an opening and help compartmentalise a building in the event of a fire. It provides a practical fire protection barrier for commercial, industrial, retail and service environments where fire safety and security are both important.
Single skin fire shutters are available with 1-hour, 2-hour or 4-hour fire resistance ratings, depending on the specification required for the building, opening and fire safety strategy.
Yes. Fire roller shutters can be connected to fire alarm systems and building management systems. When activated by the fire alarm, the shutter can automatically descend to help protect the opening and reduce the spread of fire.
Fire roller shutters are commonly used in canteens, servery openings, shopping centres, commercial kitchens, transport facilities, industrial units, warehouses, service counters and internal compartmentation areas.
Yes. As well as supporting fire compartmentation, single skin fire roller shutters also provide a physical steel barrier that can help improve day-to-day site security when the opening is closed.
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New Build or Replacement Installations
Single skin fire roller shutters are suitable for both new build projects and replacement installations where fire-rated protection is required across an opening. In new developments, shutters can be specified to suit the required opening size, fire rating, operation method and finish, helping the system integrate with the wider fire safety design from the outset.
For replacement projects, fire roller shutters can provide a practical upgrade where an existing shutter, door or opening needs to meet a higher level of fire protection. They are particularly useful in commercial, industrial, retail and service environments where fire compartmentation is required, but where the opening still needs to remain accessible during normal day-to-day use.
Construction, Materials and Finish Options
Single skin fire roller shutters are manufactured using 76mm curved steel slats, providing a strong and dependable barrier for commercial and industrial openings. The curtain is supplied in a galvanised finish as standard, offering a durable and practical solution for demanding environments.
The shutters are also available with galvanised steel guide channels and a galvanised T-shaped bottom rail. Where a specific appearance is required, powder coating can be specified in a range of RAL or BS colours, subject to project requirements. This allows the shutter to be matched more closely to the surrounding building, corporate colour scheme or interior finish, while still delivering the required fire-rated performance.
Fire Alarm Integration and Automatic Closing
Single skin fire roller shutters can be connected to a building’s fire alarm system or building management system, allowing the shutter to close automatically when activated. This helps compartmentalise the building quickly, reducing the spread of fire through the opening and supporting the wider fire safety strategy.
Depending on the specification, operation options can include a tubular motor with audio-visual interface panel and battery backup, or an inline motor with push button control, audio-visual panel, chain override, fusible link and solenoid release. This makes the system suitable for a range of commercial and service environments where reliable, controlled operation is essential.