Fire-rated rolling shutters vs standard shutters

  • Communication Feature
  • Apr 23,25
Fire-rated rolling shutters are engineered with high-grade, fire-resistant materials like galvanised or stainless steel, often treated with special coatings and insulation to endure extreme heat for extended periods.
Fire-rated rolling shutters vs standard shutters

In today’s commercial and industrial landscape, rolling shutters are a common feature—offering security, privacy, and thermal control. But when it comes to fire safety, not all shutters are up to the mark.

Standard rolling shutters, usually made from aluminum or regular steel, lack the resilience to withstand fire. In contrast, fire-rated rolling shutters are engineered with high-grade, fire-resistant materials like galvanised or stainless steel, often treated with special coatings and insulation to endure extreme heat for extended periods.

The key difference? Survival time. Fire-rated shutters are rigorously tested and certified to withstand flames for up to 4 hours, complying with standards like UL 10B, UL 10C, BS 476, and NFPA 80. Standard shutters, on the other hand, can fail in 15–30 minutes, offering little to no protection in emergencies.

Regulatory bodies such as the National Building Code (NBC) and OSHA mandate fire-rated shutters in high-risk facilities—malls, hospitals, warehouses, and manufacturing units. Non-compliance not only poses a safety risk but can also invite legal consequences.
Beyond compliance, these shutters provide real-world protection. Take the 2022 industrial fire in Mumbai, where fire-rated shutters contained the blaze for 90 minutes. This crucial delay helped first responders control the fire and reduced asset loss by 65%.

Industries that benefit most include:
• Warehouses & logistics hubs – Isolates fire-prone zones.
• Manufacturing units – Safeguards expensive machinery.
• Hospitals & labs – Protects critical equipment and patients.
• Commercial spaces – Ensures safe evacuation routes.

Fire-rated rolling shutters also act as insulators, reducing internal heat and smoke penetration—critical for minimising injuries and damage.

Bottom line
Investing in fire-rated rolling shutters isn’t just a tick-box on compliance checklists—it’s a life-saving, loss-reducing measure that brings unmatched peace of mind. As fire risks grow, so should our commitment to smart protection.
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For details, contact Avians, Pune, on 
Email: sales@avians.co.in, or visit www.avians.co.in

(Communication provided by the management of the company)


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