If you’re looking for a way to improve your industrial building or commercial space, then installing industrial roller shutter doors is a great option. Not only are they strong and durable, but they also provide a number of other benefits that you won’t find with other types of doors. In this blog post, we will explore what roller shutter doors are and further discuss the 10 benefits of installing roller shutter doors.
What are industrial roller shutter doors?
Roller shutter doors are a popular industrial door. They are a vertical rolling door system comprising of horizontal laths forming the curtain, side guides, bottom rail, barrel assembly, and canopy.
Heavy duty industrial shutters can also be fitted with externally mounted heavy duty 3 phase motors. This is for lifting the largest of shutters.
Maintaining roller shutter doors
It is important to keep your industrial roller shutter doors functioning smoothly and looking their best. They do not need a high amount of maintenance which is a good feature of the door. We do recommend getting them professionally checked once a year. This will ensure that they are in good working order and safe to use.
Another thing to keep in mind is keeping them clean. Moving away any debris from the area will keep your doors moving safely and effectively. Doing this will avoid large replacement or service costs if something gets jammed in the shutter.
Once you have had your roller shutter door for a longer period of time. It would be a good idea to keep a lookout on each of the parts. This will come in the yearly inspection, but as it gets older some of the parts may need replacing to keep it in the best working condition.
Where would you find roller shutter doors?
Industrial roller shutter doors are used in a variety of different places. Here are a few examples of where you would find them:
Industrial loading bay
Roller shutter doors are used frequently here as industrial bays are busy places with lorries coming in and out to load and unload goods. You can adjust the roller shutter door to ensure that the different sizes of lorries can fit into the bay quickly and easily.
These doors are perfect for deliveries as they are great when facilitating a steady flow of traffic and are much easier to action than manual, standard doors.
Warehouse Doors
The doors to a warehouse tend to be very big to ensure they can fit equipment and stock in and out of the space easily. The roller doors will make access to this space easy since they will be controlled by a button. Otherwise these doors would be pretty heavy to manually move in and out.
It is also imperative that these doors can stay open for a long period on their own. This is because when any items are moved, it would be dangerous if a business was worried that the door would shut or roll back down after some time of it being open.
There also may be times when vehicles and forklifts need to move underneath the door and it would be made so much easier by the ease of opening it further by the click of a button. Instead of stopping the whole operation to manually move a door.
Shopfront
Roller shutter doors are commonly used as shop front doors as they provide a high level of security for the business. This is because they can be locked and bolted from the inside, making it difficult for anyone to break in as shop front windows can be easily smashed. Putting a roller door in will also cover your shop front, stopping people from being able to see in. Therefore, this will deter people from seeing whether lights are on and what stock is left in the shop overnight.
They can also be controlled so that they can be opened and closed remotely. This is helpful if you need to let people in and out even if the shop is closed. You can also leave them half open as well if necessary.
Storage Facilities
Storage facilities will install roller shutter doors as they are a great way to keep the contents of all the lockers safe, secure, and watertight. On many occasions, these types of premises may not have a front desk that is manned 24/7 or even at all. The roller shutter doors will allow customers to access their space at any time of the day by either using a keypad or padlock key to unlock their locker. Customers also have peace of mind knowing that their lockers won’t be broken into.
What are the benefits of installing roller shutter doors?
Roller shutters are the perfect way for big warehouses to accept deliveries safely. As well as, for shops to keep their shop windows safe at night. But, there are many other factors that you can benefit from when installing these types of doors. They are by far one of the most popular and commonly used doors. So, let’s explore 10 benefits of installing roller shutter doors…
1. Privacy
Once the roller shutter is down, it stops passers-by from being able to see into your premises. Whether your business is closed after hours or you are just in need of some time to move things around, it can be done in privacy This is great for shop fronts when you may be redesigning your window display or the contents of your shop and you don’t want customers to see.
2. Safety
Some elements are installed on roller shutter doors to ensure that they are safe when in motion and when in use. They can have a clear stop and start button with breaks that will stop the door from moving. You could also install a siren that notifies people around the door when it is in use.
3. Security
Installing roller shutter doors will provide an extra level of security for your premises. This is because they are locked and bolted from the inside, making it difficult for anyone to break in. As a business owner, you want to know when you or your employees leave your premises after a shift that it is going to be left exactly the way it was and no one can break in. That way when you are re-entering the building, you know that no one would be inside or anything has been moved which could be hazardous.
4. Deterrent
Having roller shutter doors will stop thieves from even attempting to break into your premises. They send a clear message that the building is secure and protected. This can also prevent break-in attempts before they even happen. This will help anyone who will be on-site to feel safe at all times.
And this doesn’t just work on humans, it also works on pests too. They will contribute to keeping unwanted visitors from your premises. This will help to reduce the risk of an infestation, which can be incredibly costly to your business. Not only will you have to pay for a team to get rid of the pests, but if they damage your goods, they will all need replacing too.
5. Ease of Use
You want your roller shutter door to be easy to use. It needs to be quick and easy to open and shut, this will save you time instead of manually opening the door. The fact that they are so easy to use is one of the greatest advantages of installing a roller shutter door. The majority of them are controlled by a button or a hand-held remote. Therefore, it is easy for everyone to operate when needed.
When you have your door installed, you will be shown exactly how to use it with a set of instructions to teach anyone else that will be using the door at a later date. If you have any questions on this don’t hesitate to contact us about how we can help you to use your roller shutter door!
6. Weather Protection
Roller shutter doors can provide some weather resistance to elements like wind and rain for your business premises, in comparison to standard doors. This is great as it will stop anything you’re storing on your premises from being damaged by any extreme weather, including dampness and water entering in.
Also, paying for a roller shutter door may be more expensive than a standard door. But if the standard door kept being damaged from the storm, the business would need to continuously pay to replace either parts or the whole door. Therefore, leads to an expensive added cost.
Another great factor is, a well-installed roller shutter will also contribute to keeping the warm or cold weather out. This is a fantastic factor for your energy bills, especially if you own a big warehouse or premises.
7. Fire Protection
Our RDS roller shutter doors can help reduce the spread of a fire as they are a lot less flammable than a traditional wooden door. All installations are subject to a technical survey. We will be happy to provide a free full survey of your business premises and your access requirements as part of our quotation.
The level of protection will depend on the construction of your door. Please speak to one of our team members about this when requesting a quotation.
8. Better Use of Space
Traditional doors may move in and out, which will take up space when they need to be opened and closed. Roller shutter doors will open upwards, the door will be stored above when it is open. The more space your business has the better. One of the best parts about these doors is that you will never have to worry about space being an issue!
Having more space will mean you can store more items on your premises. This will also contribute to our next factor of roller shutter doors being such great value for money.
9. Value for Money
Even though installing a roller shutter door may be an expensive investment, it is a good long-run investment. This is because they are built to last and will not need replacing anytime soon. They also require little to no maintenance, which means you will save money in the long run.
Installing a roller shutter door is an investment that will protect your business premises. Additionally giving you peace of mind knowing that your property is secure.
10. Good First Impression
When clients visit your premises you want them to gain a good first impression. Roller shutter doors look smart and secure, therefore helping your business to maintain a safe working environment. You want people to know that you are keeping up with the latest pieces of technology and will be storing their products in secure premises. The more trust your clients have in you, the more they would be likely to recommend you to someone else.
Are you looking to install roller shutter doors?
At RDS Doors, we understand that not every business will be installing a roller shutter door for the same reason nor will each door be the same dimensions. Our team approaches each quote individually, finding you the door that works best for your space.
Get in touch with us today for a quote! We would be happy to help you choose the perfect door for your business.
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In conclusion
We hope this blog post has helped you understand the benefits of installing roller shutter doors in your business and how they can improve the security of your premises. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to provide you with more information on any of our other products and services.
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