Steel shutters are extremely resistant to damage by vandalism or theft attempts. These shutters are the best choice for outdoor service counters and booths.
Frequently Asked Questions
What safety features come standard on the FireStar® 540 fire shutter?
The FireStar® 540 includes a Waynegard® release system and an easy-to-use release handle, so facility staff can test the shutter periodically with no tools or special skills. A planetary gear arrangement disconnects the door from the operator and drops it automatically in a fire event. Optional add-ons include horns and strobes, a smoke detector, a safety edge (electrical or pneumatic), a smoke seal, and Vision FireLites® windows.
What fire rating does the Fire Resistant Rolling Shutter Model 570 carry?
The Model 570 carries a UL 1-1/2 hour Class B label. It has a fully welded integral frame (16-gauge frame, 14-gauge sill) and a fusible link system for automatic closure, along with a UL-listed brush-type smoke seal and photoelectric or ionization-type smoke detector compatibility.
What size range does the Model 570 cover?
The Model 570 is available up to a maximum height of 5’5″ (1.7 meters) and maximum width of 9’5″ (2.9 meters), mounted between jambs with manual lift-up operation.
What materials and components make up the Model 570?
The curtain is available in galvanized steel or stainless steel with a flat slat profile (22-gauge steel or stainless steel), a 14-gauge stainless steel sill, a bottom bar completely enclosed with fireproof acoustic filler, galvanized or stainless steel integral frame/guides, a 16-gauge no. 4 stainless steel counter balance, and an adjustable helical torsion spring hood.
Can steel fire shutters be upgraded with extra fire protection?
Yes. The FireStar® 540 offers an optional fire-rated counter top with an interior core made with Georgia-Pacific Firestop® for added fire protection, plus slide bolt or cylinder locking bottom bar options with mortise cylinders on the Model 570.
What mounting substrates work with steel fire shutters?
The FireStar® 540 mounts to steel, masonry, fire-rated wood, or fire-rated drywall with 16-gauge or heavier steel jambs. Manual lift-up release is standard, with the FireStar® release system standard on most shutters.
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.
If you need access control with aesthetic beauty, our Model 500 Rolling Shutters really fit the bill. They are ideal for openings with a counter top or sill, where you need access during business hours while still maintaining security.
Whether you choose a model that is lift-up, uses a hand crank, or is motorized, the Model 500 Rolling Shutter is the most preferred solution for business counter openings. Rolling shutters are used for customer service windows, concession stands, and food service windows alike.
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