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Our Roller Shutters

Established in 1979, Guardian Doors manufactures a comprehensive range of high-quality roller shutter solutions, built to BSEN 13241 standards and CE marked, using superior materials to meet diverse security, operational, and safety requirements; for technical guidance, drawings, specifications, or BIM models, please contact us at 0800 7836602.

ECO-M

General Purpose Manually Operated Steel Roller Shutter

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Reliable steel security for small openings

Looking for a roller shutter that delivers strength, simplicity, and decades of reliability? The ECO-M Manual Roller Shutter is expertly engineered from galvanized steel, making it the ideal solution for windows, doorways, and small openings in industrial, commercial, and agricultural spaces.

Manufactured and installed by Guardian Doors since 1979, this manual roller shutter is trusted across the UK for its proven service life of over 30 years.

Whether you need a roller shutter for non-insulated environments or a dependable, manually operated system that stands the test of time, the ECO-M is the answer.

- Designed for durability, built for value

- Springs designed for 200,000 operations

- Reliable protection for doors, windows and more

- Range of locking options

ECO-HCG

General Purpose Hand Chain Operated Steel Roller Shutter

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The ECO-HCG is the hand chain spring balanced roller shutter model from the ECO range. Constructed from galvanised steel the door is suitable for industrial, commercial and agricultural applications where insulation is not a requirement. Manufactured by Guardian for over 30 years you can be assured of its operational reliability, quality and safety.

ECO-TM

General Purpose Steel Electric Roller Shutter

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The ECO-TM is an electrically operated tubular motor powered steel roller shutter.

Designed and manufactured to all the current European product standards and machinery directives. This model is a low maintenance, economical, safe and secure shutter door. Suitable for industrial, commercial and agricultural applications where insulation and a formal security rating is not a requirement.

One touch opening with hold to close operation as standard. Fully automatic operation options available with a range of modern operators, increased safety systems to suit as per product standards.

The shutters modular design ensure cost effective repairs in the event of accidental damage.

Made of 96% steel components the product is 98% recyclable.

Available in under a week with our fast track service. Call now on 0800 7836602 for an instance price.

ECO Industrial

General Purpose Steel Electric Roller Shutters

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The ECO-ELECTRIC Industrial is a heavy duty steel roller shutter model. As standard it is powered via a 415 volt 3 phase motor (single Phase 240 volt version available) electrically operated roller shutter door.

A low maintenance, economical, safe and secure shutter door suitable for frequent operation in industrial, commercial and agricultural environments where insulation is not a requirement.

Manufactured by Guardian Doors for over 30 years you can be assured of its heritage, quality of components and construction. It is built to all the latest

European product standards, in terms of its mechanical construction and electrical components.

Manufactured with either an inboard chain driven flange mounted motor configuration or a directly connected shaft mounted motor assembly, relative to installation conditions.

ECO-DD - Shaft mounted motor configuration suitable for face fixing

ECO-FM - Flange mounted motor configuration suitable for reveal fixing

ECO-HS - High speed motor option

Thermal Break Commercial

Great finish with good insulation properties

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The Thermal Break Commercial insulated roller shutter is suitable for commercial and industrial usage. The shutter's curtain is a foam filled steel 90mm profile of contemporary design. Suitable for high usage the shutter provides a secure insulated portal between environments.

- Certified U value of 3.3 w/m2k

- Spans widths up to 8000mm with effective heat and sound insulation

- Single and three phase motor options relative to use and size

- Range of control options

- Range of standard factory colour finishes

Thermal Break Industrial

Heavy Duty Insulated Roller Shutter

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The Thermal Break Industrial is a 3 Phase electrically operated heavy duty insulated roller shutter door. Suitable for a range of applications from heavy industrial to situations where energy conservation and protection against the elements, noise and a high level of security are a primary consideration.

This insulated roller shutter is accredited to all the current machinery directives and is a low maintenance, insulated, economical, safe and secure shutter door suitable for frequent and automatic operation in industrial, commercial and agricultural enviroments.

- Estimated U value of 4.50 w/m2k

- Double brush strips on the front and backs side of the guide section gives superior weather sealing.

- CFC free insulation

- Vision window option

- Single and three phase motor options relative to use and size

- Range of control options

- Range of standard factory colour finish

- High Speed option

E60-240

Commercial fire shutter model

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The Guardian E60-240 fire resitant roller shutter provides a protective barrier in the event of a fire. They also double as a security shutter solution and are suitable for use every day.

All made to measure in the UK to the latest British and European standards the E60-240 is available with a 60, 120 or 240 minutes fire rating.

We offer a range of control options for the activation of the shutter in the event of a fire as well as normal every day opening and closing.

All of the above parameters are followed by a time limit in minutes. The number after a given symbol shows the time the performance criteria is fulfilled during a standardised fire test, eg. EI120, EW60, etc.

FM-E60-240

Industrial fire shutter model

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The FM-E60-240 fire resistant roller shutter doors are purposely designed for larger openings outside the range of the E60-240 model. The FM-E60-240 is designed to give up to 240 minutes of fire protection, with a multitude of fixing options certified and available to satisfy the current fire regulations.

EI60-EW60

60 min Insulation and Integrity rated fire resistant roller shutters

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The movement system is composed of two galvanised steel brackets on which the tube is mounted. The brackets are fastened to the wall with bolts and locking plates.

To ensure the stability of the movement system, a galvanised steel diagonal brace is fitted to the ends of the brackets. The drive shaft that rolls the curtain up and down is located between the brackets.

The fire resistant roller shutters come standard with a 400V chain wheel motor. If the dimensions of the fire resistant roller shutter are small, a 230V tubular motor can be fitted. The roller shutters are fitted with a control unit and safety brake as standard.

If the fire-resistant roller shutter is fitted with a chain wheel motor, an optional fail-safe drive system can be installed to close the shutter in a controlled manner using gravity in the event of power failure.

For fire-resistant roller shutters with a tubular motor, an emergency backup battery can be optionally installed to allow the shutter to continue operating in the event of power failure.

Ares

Insurance Approved Security Shutters

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The Secure Level 1 extruded aluminium slat is for higher security domestic use and medium security for commercial, retail and counter/cabinet applications. For applications up to 4000mm wide when electrically operated.

Unlike other certificated shutters, this shutter uses a 38mm double-walled extruded aluminium slat, which coils very tightly into a range of compact boxes (165mm-250mm), minimising their visual impact.

Secure - locking is provided automatically from the motor and bottom rail shoot locks or bullet locks to the side guides

Compact - housings from 165mm-250mm dependent on shutter height

WR15

Lightweight Insulated Aluminium Roller Shutter Model

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Lightweight and compact, the Aphrodite WR 15 is a CFC free foam filled aluminium slat, offering insulation and sound deadening.

- CFC free foam filled rolled aluminium curtain profile

- Low to medium security applications

- Spans widths up to 3000mm

- Effective heat and sound insulation

- Used for shading and light control

- Lightweight, ideal for manual operation

- Vented slat option

WR38

Multi Purpose Extruded Aluminium Roller Shutter

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High security for domestic use or medium security for office and commercial applications the WR 38 has many common uses where insulation is not a requirement.

- Strong extruded aluminium slat profile

- Spans widths up to 4000mm

- Can be mixed with punched and perforated slats for partial vision

- Very compact shutter box with an option for high security guide rails

WR60

High strength aluminium shutter for demanding applications

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Higher security for office and commercial applications the WR60 has many common uses where insulation is not a requirement.

- Very strong extruded aluminium profile

- Aesthetically pleasing profile

- Higher security applications on commercial/retail premises

- Spans widths up to 6000mm

Built-In

Built-In Unobtrusive Security

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Guardian's built-in security window shutters have been developed to provide an architecturally compatible answer to the growing need for vandalism and burglary protection on commercial and domestic property.

Built-in shutters give all the benefits of easily operated security at night, but disappear by day, leaving the building attractive and welcoming. Building the shutter box and guide rails into the wall during construction or major

refurbishment not only gives a great look, it also gives high levels of security.

- CFC free foam filled rolled aluminium curtain profile

- Low to medium security applications

- Spans widths up to 3000mm

- Effective heat and sound insulation

- Used for shading and light control

- Lightweight, ideal for manual operation

- Vented slat option

Car Park

Multi Purpose Extruded Aluminium Roller Shutter

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Durable, compliant, and built for high-traffic applications

Guardian’s heavy-duty car park roller shutters are specifically designed for high-use commercial environments. Our roller grille curtains are crafted from high-strength steel tubes and interlocking links, reinforced with galvanized steel rods to ensure long-lasting security and reliability.

Available in multiple grille configurations - including inline and brick-bond patterns - our roller grilles provide optimal airflow and visibility. Customization options include solid or perforated steel panels, offered in a range of flat and curved profiles to meet both functional and aesthetic requirements.

Each unit is engineered for over 200,000 operational cycles, making it ideal for busy multi-storey car parks, residential garages, and commercial loading bays. Backed by our Guardian warranty and optional maintenance packages, this range offers a fully compliant, low-maintenance solution for property owners, architects, and contractors.

CR75

Commercial steel roller shutters available with numerous security and aesthetic options

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The Guardian commercial range CR-75 is ideal for commercial and retail situations where strength and rigidity are paramount.

The modular design of the shutter curtain means it can have sections of punched, perforated, polycarbonate glazing or tube and link sections installed into it at any height.

Full colour graphical branding also available.

CR80

Commercial roller shutters available with numerous security and aesthetic options

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Aluminium roller shutters available with numerous options for security and aesthetic. Suitable for medium security commercial, retail & counter/cabinet applications.

For applications up to 8000mm wide when electrically operated.

The Guardian Commercial Range 80 extruded aluminium slat is solid as standard but also available in the following punched patterns.

Available with the option of polycarbonate glazing.

- Polycarbonate glazing option gives external weatherproofing

- Spans widths up to 8000mm

- Can be powdercoated to any BS or RAL ref

- Can be mixed with solid profiles where higher security or only partial vision is required

CR90

Internal grilles with lots of options

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The Guardian CR 90 extruded aluminium grille provides 55% vision with 75mm link spacing and 69% with 100mm link spacing for medium security commercial, retail & counter/cabinet applications. For applications up to 5000mm wide when electrically operated.

The new generation of roller grille - very tight coiling and a number of alternative link patterns gives outstanding light transmission.

- Internal use

- Strong extruded aluminium roller grille

- Delivers up to 69% vision

- Very compact coil diameter

- Medium security retail / office / commercial applications

- Spans up to 5000mm (subject to appropriate application)

- Can be powder coated special colours if required

- 150mm or optional 75mm vertical link spacing

- Solid slats can be added to further enhance security

- Anti fall safety device

- Guardian Safe, 12 volt control unit

Maxi View

Polycarbonate and aluminium rolling shutters

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Transparent security roller shutter provides an 85% unrestricted view through the shutter. The shutter consists of horizontal strips of virtually unbreakable crystal clear polycarbonate, connected by aluminium hinge profiles. Heavy aluminium guide profiles retain the polycarbonate strips and a rubber bottom strip buffers the shutter on closing.

Transparent shutters are generally specified for retail shop windows, exhibition areas and arcades. In such locations the transparent shutters provide the dual benefits of out of hours security plus 24 hour customer access to the shop window display. The aluminium strips and side profiles can be powder coated to any RAL colour, to match existing shop front paintwork or corporate colours.

Transparent shutters are often approved in town centre conservation areas in preference to closed shutters both from an aesthetic perspective and also because the streets are lighter, brighter and safer after dark.

- High level of vandalism and burglary protection

- Optional UV protecting covering

- Unique, attractive transparent shutter

- Internal or external fitting

- Coloured powdercoated frame and fittings

- Can use as a projection screen for advertising purposes

- Almost non-flammable

- Anti fall safety device

- Guardian Safe, 12 volt control unit

RG Grille

Maximum visibility, variety of designs

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Designed for retail and commercial applications the CR-RG is an electrically operated roller grille powered via an internal single phase 240 volt tubular motor.

The roller curtain is constructed from aluminium tubes with an overall diameter of 12mm x 111mm, link sections of 70mm x 3mm (other sizes available) held together by galvanised steel rods of 8mm diameter.

The grille curtain is available in a brick bond or inline pattern.

- Variety of tube sizes for a range of designs

- Powdercoated finish to any BS or RAL

- Shutter curtain can be mixed with other sections, 75mm curved steel, 50mm steel

Eurolook

Clear as glass, stronger than steel

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The EUROLOOK rolling shutter system is constructed from highly durable patented plastic sections held together with aluminium tubes.

Its modular design means the shutter curtain can be mixed with others from our commercial roller shutter range.

High security combined with a translucent finish make a perfect combination for retail situations.

Powered via a single phase tubular motor, with a vast range of control options (keyswitch as standard)

The EUROLOOK has been tested in various countries accross the world and has acheived accreditation under many different criteria including security, insulation, flame retardance and ram raids.

Ultra

Dual function, speed and security

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The quick action roller shutter Ultra model combines the advantages of an aluminium roller shutter with those of a PVC roller door. A fully functioning external shutter with resistance to weather and wind forces, security and good heat insulation, it opens at a speed normally only achieved by PVC roller doors - 2 metres per second.

The door is made from extruded aluminium slats with 20mm double walled insulation, with noise deadening rubber profile between the slats. This model features a direct drive shaft mounted high speed motor. Side tension springs integrated into the frame support the drive motor and ensure the weight of the shutter is balanced and operational noises are considerably reduced.

- High speed operation decreases the energy costs for heating and/or cooling of a building

- Improved climatic working conditions

- Large, side-mounted, maintenance-free tension springs in the shutter frame

- Side servicing hatch (all moveable components easily accessible)

- Soft start and stop - door runs smoothly and quickly due to frequency control

- Minimum energy and heat loss thanks to fast opening and closing

- Available in almost all RAL colours

- Viewing holes or ventilation shutters can be built-in

ECO

High Speed Insulated Roller Shutter Door

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Guardian SPEED ECO insulated roller shutters are ideal for situations where speed of operation, energy conservation and protection against the elements are a primary consideration. This model achieves a speed of 550mm per second with a soft start. It is also thermally insulated to approx 4 kmw/m2 with an acoustic insulation of 18 db.

The SPEED ECO is a 3 Phase electrically operated heavy duty insulated roller shutter door.

This insulated roller shutter is accredited to all the current machinery directives and is a low maintenance, insulated, economical, safe and secure shutter door suitable for frequent and automatic operation in industrial, commercial and agricultural environments.

SR1

Insurance Approved Security Shutters

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The Secure Level 1 extruded aluminium slat is for higher security domestic use and medium security for commercial, retail and counter/cabinet applications. For applications up to 4000mm wide when electrically operated.

Unlike other certificated shutters, SR1 uses a 38mm double-walled extruded aluminium slat, which coils very tightly into a range of compact boxes (165mm - 250mm), minimising their visual impact.

- Secure - locking is provided automatically from the motor and bottom rail shoot locks or bullet locks to the side guides

- Compact - housings from 165mm-250mm dependent on shutter height

SR2

Insurance Approved Security Shutters

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The SR2 rolled slat is for medium security commercial and industrial applications. For applications up to 8000mm wide x 10000mm high when electrically operated.

The unique locking system allows the shutter to be locked in any stop position, whether the shutter is fully closed or not.

The SR2 is constructed from high grade extruded aluminium and is suitable for internal and external openings.

- Medium risk commercial buildings

- Public facilities (schools, universities, community centres, etc.)

- Retails outlets

- Cultural buildings

- No auxillary locking required

- Unique profiles lock shutter in any stop position

- Allows external first point of entry through shutter

SR3

Insurance Approved Security Shutters

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The SR3 is a built-in security shutter with independent certification to LPS 1175 Security Rating 3 (SR3) and SBD. Featuring unique self-locking technology, the SR3 is ideal for first point of entry as the profiles lock the shutter in any stop position. Engineered within the structural lintel.

The unique locking system allows the shutter to be locked in any stop position, whether the shutter is fully closed or not.

The SR3 is constructed from heavy duty extruded aluminium.

- High value commercial settings

- Banks

- Utility buildings

- Datacentres

- No auxillary locking required

-Unique profiles lock shutter in any stop position

- Allows external first point of entry through shutter

SR4

Insurance Approved Security Shutters

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The SR4 is an aluminium security roller shutter, certified to LPS 1175 Issue 7 (SR4). This is the only SR4 roller shutter certified for both internal and external installation, and includes unique self-locking technology.

The unique locking system allows the shutter to be locked in any stop position, whether the shutter is fully closed or not.

The SR4 is constructed from heavy duty extruded aluminium with a strengthened core to protect against specific attack methodology.

- Laboratories, research and data storage facilities

- Critical national infrastructure

- Government and defense

- No auxillary locking required

- Unique profiles lock shutter in any stop position

- Allows external first point of entry through shutter

HR-DD

Heavy Duty Horizontal Steel Roller Shutters.

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Heavy duty roller shutter, designed for horizontal installation, operated as standard via a direct drive mounted motor.

Dionysus

Timber shutter range - Our range of beautifully crafted timber roller shutters are suitable for a variety of applications.

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Beautiful materials for a superior finish

Timber shutter range - Our range of beautifully crafted timber roller shutters are suitable for a variety of applications.

T244 uses a timber lath in white oak, red oak, utile (mahogany), white ash, maple, red cherry and Colombian pine with an insert of either grey, black or blue plastic, stainless steel or aluminium. (Other insert options may be possible – please consult our sales department).

Due to the nature of this combination lath, this shutter will always be supplied with a factory finish to suit your own requirement.

Our T134 rolling grille, manufactured using our T134 (25mm) moulding where each alternate lath is omitted for a space of 229mm x 25mm to form an attractive single spaced grille effect, or with two laths removed for double spacing of 229mm X 50mm.

Guides are supplied in matching timber although they can be supplied in aluminium if desired.

We will always attempt to source other timbers as required. Laths are connected by steel aircraft cables concealed within the laths or by continuous zinc plated chain hinge on our T234 lath when over 2000mm clear high.

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Why choose us

Guardian Doors provides nationwide installation of our fire shutter range, manufactured to the latest British and European safety standards and CE marked, with diverse control options for both emergency fire activation and regular operation.

Experienced

Over 120 combined years of experience in the industry. We're the South-Easts go-to for industrial shutters.

Trusted

Having worked with thousands of commercial and residential clients over 40 years, we're trusted by many.

Aftercare

Comprehensive maintenance and repair packages in place with extensive guarantees.

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Our installation process

1. Consultation:

We begin by understanding your requirements and assessing your property to recommend the most suitable solution.

3. Professional installation:

Our skilled technicians handle the installation process efficiently, with minimal disruption to your daily activities.

2. Customised design:

We tailor the design and specifications to your preferences, ensuring that the shutters seamlessly integrate with your property.

4. Quality assurance

We conduct rigorous quality checks to ensure that your shutters are functioning optimally and meet our high standards.

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FAQs

How much does it cost?

All prices are bespoke depending on each project. This is why an inspection is vital, it depends on the surround of the door, position of the door and accessibility. We'll be able to give you an indicative range once you've let us know how we can help. Get in touch by filling out the form on this page

Are you certified?

Our doors and shutters are fully tested to be 100% compliant with current legislation. We also undertake upgrades, repairs and maintenance for doors and shutters. We are fully certified. Our team possesses the necessary industry certifications to ensure that every installation meets the highest standards.

What areas do you cover?

We provide installation services nationwide.

How does it work?

The process is simple and efficient. Start by making an enquiry, and our dedicated team will reach out to you. We'll then arrange a convenient time to conduct a thorough viewing of your premises. This personalised approach allows us to assess your specific requirements and provide tailored solutions to meet your installation needs. Have more questions? Feel free to contact us for further information or clarification. We're here to assist you every step of the way.

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