Fire resistant shutters are certified by law to withstand fire and are also a great choice where strong and secure shutters are needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What certification does the Fire Resistant Rolling Shutter Model 570 hold?
The Model 570 carries a UL 1-1/2 hour Class B label, backed by a fully welded integral frame (16-gauge frame, 14-gauge sill) and a fusible link system that closes the shutter automatically in a fire event.
How is a FireStar® 540 fire shutter tested and inspected?
Testing the FireStar® 540 requires no tools and no special skills — facility staff can reset it back into operation by following the simple release handle instructions, making periodic code-required testing straightforward to carry out in-house.
What smoke-control options are available on fire resistant shutters?
The Model 570 includes a UL-listed brush-type smoke seal and works with photoelectric or ionization-type smoke detectors. The FireStar® 540 offers an optional smoke seal and smoke detector, plus horns and strobes for alarm integration.
What warranty comes with the Model 570?
The Model 570 is backed by an OEM limited warranty in addition to its UL 1-1/2 hour Class B label.
Where are fire resistant shutters typically required?
They’re used wherever code requires a fire-rated opening — service counters, commercial kitchens, and openings between occupancies. The FireStar® 540 mounts to steel, masonry, fire-rated wood, or fire-rated drywall with 16-gauge or heavier steel jambs to meet those assembly requirements.
What locking options help fire resistant shutters meet security needs?
The Model 570 offers slide bolts or a cylinder locking bottom bar with mortise cylinders, while the FireStar® 540 uses a Waynegard® release system for controlled release in an emergency.
Your property is worth the protection of this FM approved rolling fire shutter. The FireStar® 540 meets the NFPA 80 standard too, so you don’t have to guess if it provides the ultimate protection – it does. It operates quietly, runs smoothly, and features an innovative design that provides easy lift-up operation. It is easy to test, and requires no tools to reset the mechanism.
The FireStar® 540 fire-rated counter shutter is ideal for hospitals, schools, concessions, cafeterias, and retail establishments.
The integral frame fire rated Model 570 rolling counter shutter is perfect for pharmaceutical, retail, and food service applications. Its fully welded continuous frame is assembled at the factory for openings as wide as 9’ 5” and 5’ 5” high.
Made from 22-gauge stainless or galvanized steel, the Model 570 rolling shutter protects your business while allowing controlled access between designated areas. Its interlocking slats with alternate steel endlocks keep the curtain neatly aligned for a snug fit and aesthetic appeal.
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