Category: Roller Shutter Doors

Our Full Guide To The Different Types of Roll Up Doors

At UK Rapid Door Systems, we know that a facility’s success starts at the entrance with access features that overcome the daily pitfalls of busy industrial operations. In our considerable experience, this requires moving beyond conventional doors and opting for one of the many different types of roll up doors that we manufacture in-house, right here in the heart of the Midlands.

Key Points:  

  • Space-Saving: All our types of roll up doors are stored in compact head columns.
  • Fast-Acting: The speeds offered range from 800mm to 2000mm per second.  
  • Made-to-Order: Our doors are custom-made to your exact measurements and requirements.

Types of Roll Up Doors 

Manufactured with either a galvanised double skin lath or a fabric ZIP curtain, these space-saving systems offer optimal operational efficiency by rolling up and out of the way at rapid speeds. Each door operates with a fold-up motion which automatically collects the curtain as it rises, before storing it in the compact head column – out of sight, and out of the way.

Complete with an inverter drive, push button station, and even a self-repairing system (we’ll explore this in more detail later), there is no better choice than a roll up door from UK Rapid Door Systems, but which option is the right choice for your premises?

Let’s find out together.

Zip Speed Door

First up, our Zip Speed Door. A popular choice owing to its ability to reduce wait times at key access points, this curtain system has also been designed to provide protection against wind pressures up to Category 5 and reduce draughts for stable internal temperatures.

Like all our roll up doors, it is available in a range of RAL colours, with special colours available upon request.

Operating Speed: Up to 1 metre per second.

Recommended For: Industrial and commercial premises, including sales floors and warehouses.

Insulated Dual Door

Whilst little time is lost waiting for our Insulated Dual Door to open and close, its insulation value of 4.8W/m2K ensures that only the minimum amount of heat is lost whilst the door is open. The system is also a highly effective security measure, with 95mm deep insulated lath that (unlike conventional doors that swing outwards and get in the way) is easily stored in the head column.

Operating Speed: 800mm to 1000mm per second.

Recommended For: Premises with high traffic flow across their temperature-controlled areas.

Turbo Fold Door

With a maximum width of 12000mm, and a maximum height of 10000mm, the Turbo Fold Door is designed for large industrial openings. Despite its size, it operates just like any other roll up door, with a fold-up motion and a vertical frame to let forklifts, pallet stackers, and even delivery vehicles pass through without any obstructions.

Operating Speed: 1 metre per second.

Recommended For: All external and internal openings, with the exception of clean rooms and other sterile areas.

Turbo Roll Door

Offering even faster speeds of up to 1.5 metres per second, the Turbo Roll Door minimises drafts, prevents airborne pollution, and reduces heat loss, but don’t let these rapid speeds be a cause for concern. Our innovative self-repairing system activates upon impact and automatically resets the door within just one cycle to protect your goods from all external conditions.

Operating Speed: Up to 1.5 metres per second.

Recommended For: Industrial applications including clean rooms and food preparation units.

Ice Freezer Door

Our Ice Freezer Door offers the operating speeds required to maintain temperatures between +70 °C and -30°C, ensuring that it is only ever open for as long as is absolutely necessary. An integral heating system, twin skin construction, and (of course) self-repairing system all come as standard to further guarantee consistent temperatures and ongoing performance.

Operating Speed: Up to 1500mm per second (available upon request).

Recommended For: All cold store applications, such as chilled or frozen storage units.

Clean Room Door

The fastest door system available in our range, the Clean Room Door is designed to meet all your clean room storage needs. From its stainless steel side and head columns to its IP65 control equipment, every design decision has been made to provide a secure barrier against contamination and maintain the required conditions for your facility.

Operating Speed: Up to 2 metres per second.

Recommended For: Clean rooms, controlled storage facilities, and cold stores.

Custom Made Roll Up Doors

All of the doors that we manufacture, including the different types of roll up doors listed above, are made-to-order.

To find out more, please contact our sales team on 0121 565 6165 or email enquiries@ukrapiddoorsystems.co.uk.

The Hidden Role of Security Shutters in Workplace Safety

Are you taking all the right steps to secure your premises and protect them from security threats? Measures like fencing, CCTV, alarm systems and regular security audits are all essential, but reliable security shutters will always be the first line of defence for commercial and industrial premises.

So, find out what role our safety shutters play in protecting British businesses and what protections they offer your premises (including ones that you might not have even considered).

Controlled Access

Our security roller shutters are suitable for all commercial, industrial and retail applications, from small openings to large entryways. They are manufactured from robust steel or aluminium lath, depending upon your preferences, and installed to provide your premises with the best protection against unwanted access.

Our shutters create a strong barrier that stops any security threats in their tracks and since all our products are made to order we are able to offer you a range of optional design features. Whether you need a custom-sized shutter, a particular visual lath type, or even a coloured powder coating or galvanised finish, our customisable shutters are here to safeguard your premises, team and goods.

Secure Operation

Aside from functioning as a strong deterrent against unauthorised access and a resilient physical barrier against any break-in attempts, our resilient shutters are also compatible with a range of access systems.

We offer internal and external access systems to limit access to authorised personnel only and keep you in complete control of who enters your premises. We also offer a remote operation option, so your shutters can be opened and closed from anywhere on site to speed up loading processes and quickly secure an area in the event of a security issue.

Fire Safety

As the owner of the premises, it is your responsibility to ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations, including those for fire safety. For most places of business this requires the installation and maintenance of fire rated shutters to contain fires, reduce damage and protect lives.

At UK Rapid Doors, we offer three types of fire shutter doors to compartmentalise the different sections of a building and protect evacuation routes in an emergency. Whichever option you choose, all of our fire shutters are certified to provide 240 minutes of integrity to give your team plenty of time to evacuate and maximise the chances of the fire being extinguished before it reaches the other areas of the building.

Retail Security

Whilst your retail premises might be equipped with security cameras and intruder alarms, it is shop security shutters that will physically protect your store and see off any threats to its security.

Our retail shutters, like our other security shutters, are available with manual or electric operation to offer fast access for your team and an impenetrable barrier for unauthorised parties. Yet it’s not all just about security – for premises that require ventilation and illumination, we can manufacture perforated shutters with a vision curtain to provide the visibility you need without compromising on the shutters’ integral strength.

Weather Protection

Our security roller shutters don’t just keep out unwanted visitors, they also keep out external weather conditions and prevent the damage that they cause. Prolonged exposure to strong storms, high winds and heavy snowfall can damage industrial equipment and create issues for your daily operations, so don’t allow opportunistic intruders to take advantage of weather-damaged security systems to gain access to your property.

Instead, stop them in their tracks and maintain a secure working environment in even the worst weather conditions with our shutters. Every shutter we offer is manufactured with a galvanised finish to prevent rust and comes with a 1 year warranty to give your premises the lasting protection that your business deserves.

Our Security Shutters Range

Here at UK Rapid Door Systems we manufacture and install a range of security shutters for all industrial, retail and commercial environments.

All of our shutters are custom built in the West Midlands, so whether your premises require additional security for your stock or improved fire shutters to protect your team, contact us today to discuss your requirements.

How Warehouse Doors Can Help Prevent a Break In

One of the most common, yet devastating, external threats to your warehouse security is a break in. It is essential that businesses take all the necessary steps to protect their warehouses from break ins, including ensuring that the warehouse doors are in excellent condition. Warehouses are often targeted due to the large amounts of stock stored there, particularly over night, and the damaging effects of a break in can cause extensive damage to a business. A break in that results in stolen equipment or stock can affect trading, and the cost of replacing or repairing equipment can be extensive. There is also the mental and emotional toll on staff and employers as their hard work and dedication has been undermined and taken advantage of by lawbreakers.

A well-maintained warehouse door is the first line of defence against break ins and an effective deterrent against would-be thieves. Here we explore how warehouse doors can help prevent a break in, as well as the types of doors and shutters we supply to maximise your warehouse security.

Physical Security Barriers

One of the most effective ways to prevent a break in is to secure the warehouse with robust industrial doors. Warehouse doors are made from hard steel and create a resilient barrier that will be incredibly hard to penetrate and offer a high level of security which will prevent break ins. The Insulated Dual Door 1000 from UK Rapid Door Systems is an excellent example of a highly durable warehouse door that provides a high level of security whilst requiring very little maintenance. Once installed, a high-quality warehouse door will provide peace of mind for the staff and be a reliable source of constant protection for the business.

An Effective Deterrent

Warehouse doors are designed and manufactured to provide the highest level of security for businesses – but for the majority of businesses, the real value of a warehouse door lies in its deterring effect against potential break ins. An industrial warehouse door provides a physical barrier against would-be intruders, but also sends the clear message that your business takes security seriously. The door represents a substantial and time-consuming obstacle for thieves, as well as clearly implying that other security measures are in place, such as alarms, CCTV and security guards.

Warehouse Roller Shutters

To ensure you are adopting a comprehensive protection system for your business, it is important to consider all access points for the warehouse. Unfortunately, doors are not the only way to breach the security of your premises and it is always worth considering the security of your windows as well as your doors.

UK Rapid Door Systems offer a range of speed doors and security roller shutters for warehouse doors and windows. Our high performance security roller shutters are custom-built in the West Midlands and come with a shutter door maintenance service to ensure your warehouse is kept secure and protected in the long-term.

Enquire about Warehouse Doors

Here at UK Rapid Doors, we are committed to protecting your business and providing you with the best security warehouse doors. With more than 40 years of experience in the trade, we have the experience and expertise to provide innovative security solutions to suit our clients requirements.

For more information on our industrial, security and warehouse doors, get in touch with our dedicated team.

 

Our Guide to Roller Shutter Doors Maintenance

Roller shutter doors maintenance is key for several reasons. In addition to making sure that your door system is working correctly, it is also important to have it checked and repaired when needed for employee and visitor safety and to abide by regulations.

Working with our team means you will receive a reliable maintenance service, as no one understands our door systems better. To learn more about the type of roller shutter door systems we install and tips on when to book for a maintenance service, continue reading.

What Type of Roller Shutter Doors Do We Work With?

Here at UK Rapid Doors we manufacture and install a range of quality roller shutter doors. These door systems are great for security, safety, privacy and efficiency for your business premises. For example, our Turbo Fold High Speed Door is an ideal energy solution for high traffic flow industrial openings. In addition to significantly reducing heat loss, noise contamination and airborne pollution, it also saves on time waiting for doors to open compared to a conventional roller shutter door.

We also have retail security shutters for when your premises require additional security for your team and stock. Our high performance security roller shutters are custom built in the West Midlands and are suitable for a range of retail and commercial environments.

Once we have fitted our door systems, we can also provide a regular roller shutter door maintenance service to help you to prolong the product’s life.

What Are The Signs Roller Shutter Doors Maintenance Is Needed?

In addition to abiding by regulations, prioritising maintenance for your roller shutter doors can help you to spot issues earlier to avoid expensive and unexpected repairs. Therefore, the first thing we advise is when you have your roller shutter doors installed, ask our team when they recommend for you to schedule in for your first maintenance service for your specific design and make sure to pencil this into your calendar. This will help to check for potential faults and address them as needed.

Secondly, routinely look over your door system for any signs of concern in the meantime. For example, look out for signs of dirt and debris build up, as this can affect the door systems performance and present health and safety risks. Ventilation holes will need to be brushed out to clear trapped dirt and grime will need to be washed away using soap, warm water and a sponge before drying with an absorbent cloth. To prevent rusting and to aid smooth functions, rollers, bearings and guide rails should be greased or oiled.

Thirdly, even if it is a small fault identified, it is important to arrange for roller shutter doors maintenance as soon as possible by a professional. This can help to prevent the issue from worsening and becoming more of a hazard. A professional maintenance service can also make sure that the door systems are being cared for following legal guidelines.

Get In Touch

When you require roller shutter doors maintenance, trust the professionals. Our team knows our products best, how they work and what to look out for to ensure your retail security shutters or other roller shutter door systems are operating safely and efficiently.

If you require our roller shutter doors maintenance service, please contact our team.