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Yes, aluminium roller shutters can get hot when exposed to direct sun, especially during summer. Aluminium is a metal, so it can absorb and transfer heat. How hot the shutter gets depends on the colour, finish, sun exposure, airflow, installation position and surrounding building materials. For industrial and commercial properties, external aluminium roller shutters may…
If an industrial roller shutter will not close, stop trying to force it, keep the area clear and check for obvious obstructions only if it can be done without creating further damage. The fault may be caused by a motor issue, damaged guides, blocked tracks, control failure, power problem or a misaligned shutter curtain. For…
The most durable industrial roller shutters are usually the ones matched properly to the opening, usage level, material requirements and site conditions. A shutter used in a warehouse, factory, loading bay or large industrial opening needs stronger materials, correct manufacture, suitable guides and the right operating system. Durability is not only about the shutter curtain.…
Industrial roller shutter motors can fail because of age, heavy daily use, incorrect motor sizing, poor shutter alignment, electrical faults, lack of servicing, impact damage or strain from a damaged door system. The motor is often blamed first, but the real cause may be elsewhere in the shutter. On warehouses, factories, loading docks and car…
Commercial and industrial roller shutters can help reduce rain entering a building, but they are not always fully waterproof. How much rain they keep out depends on the shutter type, installation quality, opening design, wind direction, drainage, seals, guides and the condition of the shutter. A well-fitted external roller shutter can provide useful weather protection…
Commercial roller shutters can get stuck because of damaged guides, worn parts, motor strain, poor alignment, impact damage, debris in the tracks, or issues with the control system. On warehouses, factories, loading bays, car parks and shopfronts, the cause is often linked to daily use, vehicle movement or lack of servicing. If a commercial roller…
Is It Worth Repairing an Old Commercial Shutter? Repairing an old commercial shutter can be worthwhile if the main structure is still sound, the parts are available and the repair will restore reliable operation. However, replacement may be the better option if the shutter is badly damaged, repeatedly failing, difficult to operate or no longer…
Yes, commercial roller shutters can often be colour matched or finished to suit the look of a business premises, shopfront, warehouse, factory, car park or industrial building. The available options depend on the shutter material, finish system, colour range, exposure and whether the shutter is used internally or externally. For many commercial properties, roller shutters…
Commercial Roller Shutters
Professional roller shutter installation involves measuring the opening, confirming the right shutter type, preparing the site, fitting the guides and shutter system, installing the motor or manual operation, testing movement and checking the final setup. The process is more detailed than simply attaching a shutter to a wall. A roller shutter needs to be matched…
