About UK Fire Shutters From Westwood

Fire shutters should be a key part of your overall fire strategy for your building and work seamlessly with other elements, such as smoke alarms or sprinklers. Fire shutters can help keep people, buildings and other belongings safer in the case of an emergency by compartmentalising the fire and slowing its progression.

Fire shutters can help to ensure people get out of the building safely and reducing the damage that fire can cause.  Shutters can be used to section off and protect particular parts of a building, the whole building and even provide protection between floors with horizontal fire shutters.

All our fire shutters can be provided on a fast turnaround– please enquire for further details.

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We install fire shutters nationally in Schools, Colleges, Domestic Homes, Offices, Factories, Care Homes, Sports Clubs, Shopping Centres, Prisons and all different types of environments.

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As of 2019, all fire shutters must be tested to and compliant with government standards EN 13241 & EN 16034:2014.  Any fire shutters not produced in compliance with these new standards are not legal.

Our latest up to date specifications include:

- E60, E90, E120 & E240 fire integrity ratings

- CE Marked & Certified to latest standards EN 13241 & EN 16034:2014

- Tubular motor & inline gravity fail safe available

- Flexible structure tested and verified

Features and Benefits of Fire Shutters

Meet Safety Regulations. Buildings in the UK are subject to fire safety regulations and fire shutter play a role in meeting these.

Automatic Protection. Guarantee protection with a fire shutter connected to your alarm system.

They’re Discreet. When not in use fire shutters are out of the way and discreet but still give you peace of mind.

Made To Suit. Custom made and powder coated and can be integrated within your existing fire system.

Tested and Certified

Warrington Exova LogoAll Westwood Security fire shutters are tested by Exova Warrington Fire.

Exova Warrington Fire is part of Exova, the worlds largest dedicated testing group, trusted by organisations to test and advice on the safety, quality and performance of their products and operators.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fire Shutters

What is a fire shutter?

Fire shutters, also known as fire-rated shutters, are a type of heavy-duty roller shutter that is designed to provide protection against the spread of fire. They are 

Designed to operate on receiving a command from the fire alarm typically compartmentalising and closing and stopping the spread of the fire.

Generally, they are intended to be used in kitchens, and commercial and industrial buildings as an aid to restrict the spread of fire and effective fire protection measures.

Fire shutters are tested and certified to specific fire-resistance ratings and are classified based on their ability to withstand fire and smoke for a certain period of time. The rating is typically given in minutes, with higher ratings indicating a greater level of protection. These fire-rated shutters can be used in conjunction with other fire protection measures such as sprinkler systems, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers to provide a comprehensive fire safety solution.

Fire shutters are designed to close automatically in the event of a fire, sealing off the area to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. This can help to contain a fire to a specific area, giving people more time to evacuate and reducing the damage caused by the fire.

In addition to providing fire protection, fire shutters can also provide security against intruders and protection against extreme weather. They can be locked into place, making it difficult for someone to break in through a window or door, and can also provide insulation against heat and cold.

What are fire curtains?

Fire curtains, also known as smoke curtains, are a type of fire protection device that is designed to prevent the spread of smoke and fire in commercial and industrial buildings. They are typically made of fire-resistant materials and are installed in a building's openings, such as doorways, stairwells, and elevator shafts, to help control the spread of smoke and deadly gases.

Fire curtains are designed to deploy automatically in the event of a fire alarm, creating a barrier that prevents the spread of smoke between different compartments. This can help to control the spread of smoke between specific areas, giving people more time to evacuate and reducing the damage caused by the smoke.

Fire curtains are tested and certified to specific fire-resistance ratings and are classified based on their ability to withstand fire and smoke for a certain period of time. The rating is typically given in minutes, with higher ratings indicating a greater level of protection. These curtains can be used in conjunction with other fire protection measures such as sprinkler systems, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers to provide a comprehensive fire safety solution.