Roller Shutter Garage Doors – How Do They Work And What’s Involved In Installation?

The increasing popularity of roller shutter garage doors is well documented and it’s not hard to see why. In one of our previous posts, we touched upon the benefits of roller shutter garage door including increased security, spatial preservation, insulation and stylistic versatility. Britannia Security Shutters specialises in the installation and maintenance of roller shutter garage doors. We can offer a range roller shutter garage door styles unrivalled by any competitor and have in excess of 25 years experience in the industry.

If like many residents, you are concerned about security then roller shutter garage doors are the perfect solution. They are very cohesive and display no frontward vulnerabilities making them very hard to break into. If you are thinking about investing in quality roller shutter garage doors then naturally you’ll be curious as to how they work and what the installation process entails.

Roller shutter garage doors – A Quick Description

Roller shutter garage doors consist of a set of adjoined vertical slats that when opened, will wind themselves upwards into a role above the door frame on the inside of the garage. They are usually powered by electricity and can be triggered by remote control or even smartphone depending on the configuration you choose. The slats which make up the door are usually made from aluminium or steel. At Britannia Security Shutters we understand that if you are looking for roller shutter garage doors, you may require different levels of security or installation. That’s why we offer our clients the choice of:

• Single skin shutters – These are standard thickness shutters capable of securing the contents of your garage.

• Double skin shutters – Give added protection and are fitted with an extra layer of metal or insulation material to reduce heat loss.

Colours, Finishes & Lengths

The amazing thing about roller shutter garage doors is that they are completely made to order. Garages and their door spaces come in a variety of widths and heights so there is no way roller shutter garage doors can be sold in pre-determined packages. If you are looking for roller shutter garage doors, Britannia Security Shutters will conduct a garage survey where we will record necessary measurements. We will also talk to you and establish your preferences when it comes to colour and aesthetics. Based on this information we will create a completely bespoke roller shutter garage door solution tailored to your requirements.    

 

Installing Roller Shutter Garage Doors

Whatever length, colour or shutter skin configuration you choose, our knowledgeable experience and team will conduct a professional and safe installation. Although some roller shutter garage door models can vary, the average electric system consists of a few key components:

Guide Rails

These are the long support pieces which are installed vertically on both inner-sides of the garage with the bracketed part facing the direction of the guide rail on the other side. The job of the guides is twofold. Firstly they align the direction of the garage door when it opens and closes. Secondly, they support the end plates which are in charge of opening the door.  

End Plates

The end plates fit onto the tops of each guide rail on either side of the garage door opening. One of these end plates will house an electrically powered motor which will spin the central cross axle around in a circular motion.

The Axle 

This is the rotating cross-tube which is suspended between the two end plates across the top of the door. When the axle rotates, it will coil up the curtain of slats into a neat roll. A motorised axle is pivotal to why roller shutter garage doors are such space savers as a rolled up curtain of slats is unbelievably compact compared to a solid up and over door unit which has to hinge back into the garage restricting a lot of space.   

Control Unit

This small box is very important as it controls the motor housed in one of the end plates. Whenever it receives the instruction to open or close the garage door it will activate and start spinning the end plate motor. These control units are connected to their own power supply and have an output cable to the end plate motor as a means of communication.

The Curtain 

The curtain is another name for the collection of joined-up skins that form the protective garage door. The curtain can be made up from varying types of skins depending on the levels of protection and installation you require. The top skin is attached to the axle and the body of the curtain is threaded through guide rails on each side. This ensures that the entire width of the door is covered securely.

Safety Sensor Transmitter 

This is a small sensor which is fitted across the bottom slat of the garage door and will automatically instruct the control unit to stop the motors operating if an obstruction is detected. The safety sensors are a very popular choice with many of our clients who have children and are an excellent safety feature.  

Roller shutter garage doors

At Britannia Security Shutters we are wholly dedicated to providing customers with the widest range of high-quality roller shutter garage doors. We are unrivalled in our ability to access the best materials, colours and finishings to make your roller shutter garage doors a seamless addition to your home.

With an expert installations team, we have ensured peace of mind for hundreds of homeowners in the South Hampshire area. Our professionalism, customer service and high standards of workmanship have also resulted in us being fully Checkatrade, Safecontractor and Constructionline approved.  

We also offer a responsive roller shutter garage door repairs and maintenance service and regularly provide our customers with very competitive quotes.

If you would like to talk to one of our experts about how Britannia can help secure your home send us an enquiry or call today on 01962 713443.