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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.

Why Will Demand for High Speed Doors Continue to Rise?

If you are looking for high speed doors for your premises then you are not alone. The applications of these doors have seen demand for them surge globally, so much so that the market value of HSD’s is predicted to reach US$ 1787.64 Million by 2031, thanks to a CAGR of 6.1% from 2022 to 2031.

These growing numbers speak for themselves, but what are the driving factors behind this increase in demand, and why is it happening over the next few years? Let’s find out.

1. Surge in Market Demand

Whilst the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent global lockdown feels like a distant memory for many, its impact on global industries is still being felt. As countries continue to recover from the forced economic slowdown caused by business closures, halted supply chains, and delayed projects, there is an emphasis on fast recovery – and rapid action doors are one of the many resources that businesses are using to get their operations back on track.

A return to pre-pandemic levels of output and distribution requires the fast movement of goods across the supply chain, from manufacturing facilities right through to distribution centers. As modern consumers come to expect rapid shipping as standard, a key aim is not just to meet these pre-pandemic turnaround times but to exceed them, and HSD’s are already being installed in industrial, commercial, and manufacturing premises across the globe to keep up with this continuing demand.

2. Increased Speed

With increased speed becoming a top priority for global industries, there’s concern that outdated manual doors will (at best) struggle to meet demand and (at worst) pose safety concerns.

Fast-action doors not only prevent common hazards like collisions and accidents, but also keep operations moving quickly to meet industry demands. Both our Zip Speed Doors and Clean Room Speed Doors feature a built-in self-repairing system, and our Turbo Fold Doors include a safety light curtain as standard to correct any issues and prevent any knock-on delays.

Our doorsets are also compatible with a range of automated systems that make manual operation a task of the past, so combine our doors with your systems of choice and speed up your operations for years to come.

3. Rise of Automation

The growing demand for fast action doors is interlinked with the universal rise of automation across the 2020’s. Automation is up there right next to AI in the global ranking of impactful innovations that continue to change the way entire sectors operate, and automated high speed doors now account for 55.1% of the market share.

This huge percentage perfectly captures the demands for speed, efficiency, and ongoing innovation from both consumers and businesses. Automated rapid doors are operated without human intervention, and can be automated to open and close at different speeds, at a particular time, or once approved personnel are within a set distance. This means that workers don’t even need to slow down, let alone stop, when approaching a closed door, eliminating the need for human intervention and resulting in time savings across the supply chain.

4. Improved Energy Efficiency

It is not just the demand for rapid doors that is on the rise – the cost of heating, cooling, lighting, and securing premises has been steadily increasing for years and is unlikely to come back down in the near future.

Improving the energy efficiency of commercial and industrial buildings is one of the main ways businesses are keeping costs down, and high speed doors help to achieve this by reducing energy consumption. From maintaining stable indoor temperatures, to minimising air exchange during the loading and unloading process, their rapid mechanisms are the go-to choice for temperature-controlled facilities and busy industrial premises that rely on the continuous movement of goods and are often affected by the expensive temperature fluctuations caused by slow doors.

5. Regional Demand

Finally, one last important factor to keep in mind when examining the unprecedented demand for high speed doors is that this demand is global.

It is not everyday that we see a particular door become so sought-after, but there is no denying that every industry in the world has a use for rapid doors and is keen to make the most of them. The Asia Pacific region in particular is leading the demand with a CAGR of 5.1% that is driven by the regions’ focus on rapid industrialisation, and the US is not far behind. Thanks to the demand for fast delivery times and workflow productivity, the North American high speed doors market saw upwards of $0.5 billion in revenue in 2023, and these numbers are only predicted to increase as other countries follow suit and prioritise productivity into the early 2030s and beyond.

Our Fast Acting Door Systems

Make sure you don’t get left behind whilst the rest of your industry advances into the future!

Innovative systems are available across Our High Speed Range to save you time and support your operations, so get in touch with us today to discuss your requirements.

Save Your Business Time with a Turbo Roll High Speed Door

Here at UK Rapid Door Systems we specialise in manufacturing and installing energy efficient Turbo Roll High Speed Doors.

With prices starting from just £2,500 +VAT and a selection of RAL colours to choose from, our team at UK Rapid Doors will be pleased to provide advice and guidance regarding the most suitable high speed door for your premises. Just give us a call on 0121 565 6165 or email enquiries@ukrapiddoorsystems.co.uk to find out more information.

Operating at a speed of up to 1.5 metres per second, our carefully made doors help to save workers valuable time as they dramatically reduce the time spent waiting for conventional doors to open and close.

But what are the other key benefits of having a turbo roll high speed door fitted into your business premises? Let’s take a closer look at the top 5 features: