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The Benefits of Fire Shutters

For large industrial properties like warehouses and factories, a fire can be a devastating occurrence that has the power to take over a building within minutes. After all, flames that are not contained can spread with a ferocity that is impossible to control and this can put many lives at risk in the process. Luckily, a fire shutter is a piece of industrial equipment that is triggered in the event of a fire in order to prevent serious injuries and irreparable damage. Read on as the team here at ABC Industrial go over some of the benefits that they can provide...

How durable is a fire shutter?

Made from some of the best materials on the market, a fire shutter looks like a regular roller shutter to the untrained eye, however, they have been specially designed with fire safety in mind. This means that the average installation can last anywhere between 3 and 10 years depending on whether or not a fire breaks out during that time frame, making a fire shutter an incredibly cost-effective investment.

Why do fire shutters compartmentalise?

The reason why fire shutters are so important in large industrial buildings is because they compartmentalise in the event of a fire. This means that they lock with an almost air-tight seal when a fire alarm is triggered in order to enclose the fire and prevent it from spreading. As a result, anybody trapped inside the building is provided with extra time to evacuate in a safe and secure manner.

How long does a fire shutter compartmentalise for?

The average fire shutter is equipped with the strength to provide up to 30 minutes of extra evacuation time and although this does not seem like very long, it can often be the difference between life and death. After all, compartmentalising traps a fire and limits its oxygen supply, effectively starving it. As a result, the damage can be contained until the emergency services are able to arrive and put it out. Here at ABC Industrial, we believe that there is no such thing as being overly cautious, especially when it comes to fire safety. After all, fire shutters are a cost-effective solution that can really make a difference between life and death in the event of a particularly brutal fire. To find out more information about the benefits, get in contact with a member of the ABC team and ask about our range of fire shutters today!

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