Security Shutters

Some call them roller shutters some call them security shutters. They have been around for many years on commercial establishments the preventative wall of steel that covers so many storefronts.

More and more people are now looking to install them on their homes covering doorways and windows as crime prevention is in today's society on every responsible individuals mind.

The domestic roller shutter has been developed to be more appealing to the eye without losing the security benefits.

The curtain section is usually flatter and thinner than the bulkier section used on commercial premises and the section is usually covered with a plastic finish which can be easily cleaned. The plastic finish is usually available in a wide variety of colors.

Although manual operation may be available electric is the obvious choice bringing down and taking up each individual roller shutter with a touch of a button.

These shutters also keep out the weather and are ideal for protecting garages, shops, schools and warehouses, or just about any other kind of premises you can think of.

With electric operation always ensure the equipment is fitted with a manual override system which will allow it to be wound up or down manually in the event of power failure or motor malfunction.

This is very important for example returning from your vacation you may discover your street has suffered a power failure or worse still the roller shutter covering your doorway has malfunctioned.

security roller shutters are generally made of either fibre glass or with metal. These are the two commonly used materials mainly because of their strength and durability.