Request a call

Types of roller shutters

Types of roller shutters: what types of roller shutter systems are offered by manufacturers

Roller shutters are gradually becoming commonplace in human life. They are increasingly found in a wide variety of places: in the center of a huge metropolis and cottage villages, on the modern buildings and facades of old houses. What types of roller shutters exist and how do they differ from each other? You will learn detailed answers from our article.

By what parameters are roller shutters classified?

Understanding the huge range of roller shutters is quite simple if you get to know their classification better. All kinds of these protective devices share:

• at the place of installation;
• protective characteristics;
• manufacturing method;
• installation method;
• web material and other parameters.

Let's take a closer look at the main of these criteria.

Window or garage

The division of roller shutters into window or garage ones is rather arbitrary. exact dimensions canvas, at which the window roller shutter becomes a garage one, not a single manufacturer indicates. Moreover, in modern shopping centers, windows can be much larger than the opening of an ordinary garage for a small car.

For window shutters, a profile of smaller thickness and height is used. In most cases, manufacturers offer lamellas for windows with a height of 39 to 45 mm.

For garage structures a larger profile is applied. Its height is from 55 to 77 mm.

The use of different profiles for window and garage roller shutters is caused by:

1. Various requirements for burglary resistance.
2. The unequal ability of these products to withstand wind loads.

Anti-vandal or standard

Anti-vandal roller shutters are made from a profile of increased thickness with additional stiffening ribs. Such structures are intended for installation in places without constant video surveillance or visual control. They are also indispensable in disadvantaged areas with a bad crime situation.

The anti-vandal canvas is difficult even to bend, even more so to break. It adequately withstands stones thrown at it or blows by weighty objects.

Standard roller shutters are made from a thinner profile. They are used in private homes and for commercial purposes for installation in secure shopping and office centers.

There is also another type of roller shutters - fireproof. Such products are able to block the spread of open fire for a long time. Fireproof roller shutters are installed in those places where the occurrence of a fire is fraught with catastrophic consequences. For example, in chemical plants or in storage facilities for flammable substances.

Roller rolling and extruded

According to the type of production technology used, roller shutters are divided into extruded and rolled.

Roller rolling technology is used to produce profiles of small thickness. A special press extrudes a profile of the required section from long and narrow aluminum sheets. Roll-rolled shutter profiles are cheaper than extruded ones.

Extrusion or extrusion is technological process for the production on an industrial scale of long products of complex section. An extruded profile is obtained from molten aluminum by forcing it through special holes - dies.

Extrusion makes it possible to obtain large quantities robust profile with thick walls and additional stiffening ribs. All anti-vandal roller shutters are made exclusively from an extruded profile.

Built-in or outdoor

There are several ways to install roller shutters on a window or doorway.

If the protective box is located inside the opening or building, then this installation option is called built-in.

When the box is attached to outer wall building (premises), this method of installation is called outdoor.

More reliable protection is provided by the built-in method of installing roller shutters. This is because there is no access to the protective box from outside the building. It is impossible for an outsider to get close to him in order to hack the structure.

The outdoor method of installing a roller shutter system is simpler. It is often used if the owner of the premises wants to perform installation work in a short time with minimal impact on the building structure.

conclusions

The classification of roller shutters is quite extensive. These protective devices divided by many parameters:

• type of material and method of installation;
• production technology and ability to resist burglary;
• installation location and control method.

At the same time, all roller shutter systems operate on the same principle and are characterized by increased durability of the structure.

Roleton staff will guide you through the range of roller shutters upon request. Contact us to purchase these useful and very practical protective devices at low prices.

September 18, 2016
Specialization: Capital construction works(laying the foundation, erecting walls, constructing the roof, etc.). Internal construction works (laying of internal communications, rough and fine finishing). Hobbies: mobile communications, high technology, computer technology, programming.

V Lately roller shutters have become very popular. Moreover, this term refers to two products: protective structures that prevent unauthorized entry into the room, as well as fabric roller blinds for windows that protect from the sun, but do it very effectively.

In today's article, I will just talk about each of the varieties mentioned in more detail.

Varieties of roller shutters for windows

On sale you can find roller shutters of two varieties, which are indicated in the diagram below.

These species differ significantly from each other in purpose, technical specifications and performance properties. I will tell about each of them in more detail.

Roller shutters for windows

I will start my story with protective roller shutters, which are responsible for the safety of your home and the safety of property acquired by overwork. By their purpose, they are akin to window bars, but unlike the latter, they do not spoil the appearance of the facade of the building and do not interfere with your contemplation of the surroundings.

Window protective roller shutter open position leaves the window opening open, but can be closed in minutes if necessary, protecting property along with massive steel doors and secure locks. In this case, the attacker will not only not get inside, but will not be able to damage the glass.

To choose suitable model You need to pay attention to several important factors:

1. Manufacturing material. Now on sale there are varieties made from polymers, wood and aluminum.

If you really want to turn your house into a fortress, I advise you to opt for the latter variety. Aluminum slats of protective roller shutters have the same strength as steel ones, but due to high corrosion resistance (inertness to moisture), they retain their performance properties longer.

Plastic and wooden shutters belong to the class of decorative ones. They can only protect from direct sunlight, indiscreet looks from the street and extraneous noise. Wooden shutters, by the way, very effectively complement the appearance of the facades of houses made of wood.

1. Control method. For this setting, all existing varieties protective structures can be divided into several types, which can be seen in the table.

Control type	Description
Belt inertial	Roller blinds that open and close manually. Such mechanisms are equipped with products whose web weight does not exceed 15 kg. Typically, these roller shutters are used to equip small openings and niches (including inside the house). I once used such a roller shutter in order to disguise the pipes in the toilet.
Cord reducer	The opening and closing mechanism of the protective structure completely repeats the same unit used to control roller blinds and blinds. The maximum weight of the roller shutter curtain in this case should not exceed 20 kg. The control unit can be installed inside and outside the protected premises.
Cord-collar	It is operated by hand, however, thanks to gearboxes, it can be used to open and close roller shutters weighing up to 80 kg. For control, a handle is used, which is inserted into the hole in the mechanism (all this is somewhat similar to an ordinary meat grinder).
Spring-inertial	The drive for controlling the protective blinds is equipped with a spring, which facilitates the opening of the curtain. In the closed position, the drive spring is stretched, and to open the structure, it is enough just to release it from the latch. With such a folding mechanism, you can use roller shutters, the canvas of which weighs up to 100 kg.
Auto	Roller shutters are raised and lowered using a drive connected to an electric motor. The cost of such models is quite high, but they offer maximum convenience and significantly expand management capabilities. Protective structures can be controlled by a signal from the remote control or work according to a schedule.

It is also important to take into account the method of installing protective shutters, but I will talk about this a little lower when it comes to the installation technology of purchased products.

Decorative roller shutters

There is another group of products - fabric shutters for windows. They are rectangular textile sheets that are mounted on a cylinder located at the top of the window unit.

In the open state, the fabric is wound on the shaft using a manual mechanism (chain) or an electric motor. Turning around, the roller shutter completely closes the glass, regulating the access of light to the room.

In the photo - a fabric roller shutter on a window window.

Unlike ordinary curtains and curtains, textile internal roller shutters for windows have the following advantages:

• the product retains its appearance, flourishing and shape throughout the entire service life;
• roller shutter fabric is well protected from moisture, temperature fluctuations and ultraviolet radiation with the help of special impregnations;
• the material does not accumulate static electricity, therefore it does not attract dust flying in the air.

Roller blinds made of fabric can be installed on the entire window opening, window frame or separately for each sash. A weighting bar is attached to the bottom of the fabric strip, which prevents the panel from curling up into a tube.

There are models of the described products that have side guides. They are ideal for arranging tilted roof windows. The guides installed at the glazing beads do not allow the fabric to sag in the open position.

Roller blinds are made from various types of fabric. On sale, I met products made of linen, cotton and synthetic materials. The texture of roller blinds is also different. The most popular are:

• velvety and smooth canvases;
• shiny and matte products;
• curtains embroidered, decorated with drawings and photographs;
• dense and translucent fabrics.

To meet the needs of customers as much as possible, decorative roller shutters can be decorated with tassels, braid, fringe. You can easily choose the option that is completely suitable for the interior of your apartment or house.

Varieties of roller shutters according to the design of the mechanism

Regardless of the type of fabric used and the size of the canvas, all textile roller shutters are divided into two groups according to the type of control mechanism:

1. Open system. The shaft and control mechanisms are located in the upper part of the window and are not decorated with anything. A canvas is wound onto the shaft, which, when closed, forms a neat cylinder (which gave the name to the design).

In specialized stores you can buy roller shutters that differ from each other in the length and diameter of the shaft, the width and appearance of the lower weighting fabric, as well as the length of the fabric wound into a roll.

Naturally, the more fabric and the more massive the cylinder, the more powerful the control mechanisms will be, the higher the price of the product. Although in any case, the purchase of such a model of roller shutters will not ruin you.

1. closed system. As in the previous case, the curtain is wound onto the shaft, but the latter is installed in a box (as is the case with protective shutters), and the lower weight is usually attached to the guides.

This design makes it possible to place the roller shutter as close as possible to the glass surface, and also prevents the curtain from sagging when the window is opened for ventilation (or if the window unit is installed at an angle in the attic). Guides can be installed on the glazing beads that hold the glass, as well as along the edges of the window opening.

Varieties of fabric roller shutters according to the level of light protection

Sun-protection roller blinds made of fabric are divided into several types according to the level of light flux transmission. To choose the right model, I recommend using the following table.

Variety	Description
Transparent roller shutters	Designed not to protect, but to scatter sunlight coming from the street. Usually such roller shutters are used together with ordinary curtains or curtains. play a role decorative element in the design of the premises.
dimout	Special fabric curtains that allow light to pass through, filtering out thermal energy(infrared part of the solar spectrum). Used for additional temperature control in living rooms and industrial premises. Often used in greenhouses and winter gardens to protect plants from overheating.
Blackout	Textile shutters, completely impervious to sunlight. Most often mounted in bedrooms, presentation rooms, home theater rooms and so on. With their help, you can completely isolate the room from the light flux from the window.
Day Night	Double layer fabric roller blinds consisting of bands with different transparency. By changing their position relative to each other, you can flexibly adjust the illumination in the room.

Varieties of fabric roller shutters by type of control

Another important point, which is important to pay attention to when choosing textile roller shutters - a way to control curtains. There are the following options:

1. Chain cord - is installed on the cylinder from either side and actuates the mechanism for folding and unfolding the web.

1. Spring holder - is installed on the lower weighting bar and serves to fix it in the desired position between the window glazing beads. To fold, it is enough to release the latch, after which the roll is automatically wound up due to the stretched spring.

1. Electric motor - in this case, the roller shutter shaft is driven by a motor, which, in turn, is controlled by a remote control, a timer, a light level sensor, and so on.

Roller shutter installation

Now let's figure out how to install roller shutters on windows with your own hands. I will start with the installation of protective roller shutters, and then I will tell you about fixing fabric rolls on plastic windows. However, if you have wooden window blocks installed, the technology will not change.

Installation of protective roller shutters

I note right away that protective shutters must be installed with strict adherence to the technology approved by the manufacturer. After all, it depends on how well and reliably they will perform the task assigned to them to protect your property.

Installation methods for protective roller shutters

Before installing, or better yet, before buying protective roller shutters, I recommend that you decide on the technology for installing the product in a window opening. In this case, manufacturers offer several options:

1. Outdoor installation. The most common mounting method. For its implementation, it is not necessary to modernize the slopes of the opening in any way, changing it in accordance with the roller shutters. The box with the canvas and the shaft is installed above the window opening, and the guides are on the sides.
   When closed, the canvas completely covers not only the window block, but the entire opening, as it is flush with the surface of the front wall.
2. Internal installation. The control mechanism and the box for storing roller shutters in the open state are built into the window opening, and not on the wall surface.
   Thus, the sheet of roller shutters will not protect the entire window opening, but directly the window block. In this case, it is important to consider the direction of opening of the window sashes. They should swing open in the direction opposite to the one where the box is mounted (the reason, I hope, is clear).
3. Combined installation. In this case, a special recess is made to install the box in the upper part of the window opening. Typically, this method of installation is used in cases where the installation of roller shutters was originally provided for by the building construction project. Otherwise, the amount of work carried out will be too large.

The combined method is good in that it allows you to conveniently position the box (it will not spoil the facade of the building or the interior of the room), but it will not interfere with the opening of the window sashes.

All schemes for installing roller shutters are shown in the illustration.

Below I will talk about the features of each installation method.

Preparatory stage

Before starting work, you need to take some measurements:

1. Measure the dimensions of the window opening diagonally (the distance between opposite corners). The difference between the obtained values ​​should not exceed 5 mm. Otherwise, skew will occur and the canvas will not close.
2. Perform a sidewall check. window slopes. They must be strictly vertical. The deviation should not be more than one and a half millimeters per meter of length.
3. After that, you should make sure that the finish of the slopes is strong, there are no uneven areas on the surface, crumbling putty, chips and other defects. If deficiencies are found, they must be eliminated before installation begins.

For installation work, you will need the following tools:

• perforator for making holes in concrete;
• screwdriver with a set of nozzles for it;
• rivet gun;
• scissors for cutting metal;
• pliers and ceiling;
• screwdrivers and wrenches;
• level, tape measure and marker.

If you are going to mount protective shutters at a height of more than 1.5 meters, then take care of the presence of scaffolding or a reliable ladder. If you intend to install a device with control electronics, take also a multimeter, an indicator screwdriver and insulating tape.

To seal the joints, you can use the sealant installed in the mounting gun.

The last thing to do before starting installation is to make sure that the roller shutters that you have delivered are complete. The photo below will help with this.

Roller shutter installation

I tell you how to install protective shutters:

1. I am preparing the side rails for installation. To do this, I use a tape measure and a marker to mark the holes into which the dowels will be hammered. They should be located at a distance of 10 cm from each edge of the plank, and then along its entire length with an interval of 40 cm. The recommended hole diameter is 8 mm.

If the installation is made on a window opening, then you need to drill two shelves of the guide at once, after which the upper hole needs to be expanded to 11.8 mm, in order to then insert a decorative plastic plug.

When overhead roller shutters are mounted, the holes can be moved closer to the outer edge of the guide bar.

1. I am preparing for installation a box in which the roller shutter curtain will be stored in the open position. To do this, I apply the cover of the protective structure to the sidewalls, after which I drill through them with a drill with a diameter of 4.2 mm. They are needed to install rivets.

Then I drill holes in the sidewalls through which the box will be fixed on the wall. Their location depends on the installation technology. At outdoor installation holes are drilled in back wall, with the internal - in the side, and with the combined - both there and there.

The diameter of the drill used, as in the previous case, is 8 mm. You also need a hole in which the drive mechanism will be attached.

Also, if it is intended outdoor installation, you need to cut the box a little with scissors for metal, so that you can easily dock it with the guides later.

1. I notice a wall for mounting protective shutters. For this, in advance assembled structure must be attached to the window opening in which it is installed.

For outdoor mounting, the entire frame should be located on the front wall, for other installation options, it should be located on the upper slope and sidewalls of the opening. Immediately you need to check the correct installation of the guides vertically, and the box - horizontally. It would be useful to check the diagonals so that the difference between the values ​​\u200b\u200bis no more than 2 mm.

Having done all this, you need to use a marker to put points on the wall that correspond to the holes made in the guide rails and the roller shutter box.

1. I drill holes for installing roller shutters. To do this, you need to remove the frame along which the markup was made, and then, using a perforator, make holes at pre-made points. Insert plastic dowels of the appropriate diameter into the holes obtained.

Immediately I advise you to make a hole for the drive. Depending on the design, its diameter can be from 1.2 to 2 cm (look in the documentation for roller shutters). A spring is inserted there.

If the protective shutters you purchased have additional locking elements with outside, for them you also need to mark and drill holes. They are usually located below the two vertical rails.

1. I install the frame of protective roller shutters on the wall. To do this, first of all, you need to remove from the guides and the box protective film. Then install the frame in place, aligning the holes made in the guides with the dowels inserted into the wall.

After that, you need to take the screws and screw them into the dowels through the drilled holes, fixing the guides on the wall or inside the window opening. It is better not to hammer the screws with a hammer so as not to damage the frame of the product.

1. I install roller shutter controls. The opening and closing mechanism is fixed inside the building through a hole made in the wall. To do this, holes are placed on the wall into which the tape paver is attached.

1. I install the main canvas of the roller shutter. To do this, spacers must be set on the perforated shaft in increments of 40 cm. Crossbars are installed on the end (lower) profile of the web on both sides. Then the canvas starts from the shaft down onto the guide bars. In the upper part, the springs of the unlocking mechanism are installed and fixed in the holes of the shaft.

1. I install a decorative box cover. First you need to remove the protective polyethylene film, as well as clean the inner surface of dirt (if any). Then fasten through pre-drilled holes with rivets.

Then limiters are installed on the end profile of the protective sheet, and all technological holes are decorated with plugs. To make it stronger and tighter, I recommend putting them on silicone sealant (transparent).

In conclusion, it remains only to check the operability of the mechanism. After that, you can proceed to the installation of internal decorative fabric roller shutters.

Installation of decorative roller shutters

There are many varieties of fabric decorative roller shutters, but they are installed according to the same principle (with the exception of some features). I will describe it using the example of installing a structure with an open mechanism and manual control.

Size adjustment

It is best to buy curtains that are the right size for your window opening. However, in some cases it may be necessary to reduce the width of the roller shutter. This is done as follows:

1. First, I measure the dimensions of the window. It is necessary to set the distance between the outer edges of horizontally installed glazing beads that hold window pane. This will be the length. Width, respectively, the distance between the vertical glazing beads.
2. Then I unfold the entire roller shutter, remove the sheet from the shaft and cut off the excess part from the cylinder. The shaft length must be equal to the width value obtained in the previous paragraph. After that, end caps with protrusions for brackets are put on it.
3. I cut the bottom weight bar. Its length should be 8-10 mm longer than the length of the shaft. For cutting, it is better to use a hacksaw for metal with small teeth. Then plastic decorative caps are put on the ends.

1. I cut the canvas to the desired width. It should be equal to the length of the shaft minus 1.2 cm. For cutting, it is better to use not scissors, but a sharp stationery and a metal rail. It must be applied to the marks made, and then held with the blade, avoiding stops (so that there are no notches).

1. I fix the canvas on the shaft. To do this, a narrow strip of double-sided tape is glued to the shaft, from which the upper protective layer. Then you need to bend up 5 cm of the canvas, and then glue it to the adhesive tape so that the upper cut falls exactly along the axis of the cylinder. Then you can roll the canvas onto the shaft, leaving about three-quarters of the length.

1. It remains only to insert the lower edge of the curtain into the weighting rail. For this, it has a special recess.

Mounting the roller shutter on self-tapping screws

The most common and easiest way to attach a roller shutter to a window is to use self-tapping screws. I tell you what to do and how to do it:

• assembled fabric roller shutter applied to window block(or window sash), after which I expose the structure strictly horizontally using a water level or focusing on the upper cut of the window block;

• on the window profile with a pencil, I make marks in those places where the mounting corners of the structure will be fixed;
• after that, I remove the mounting brackets from the shaft and apply them to the marked places;
• I mark on the window block the places where the self-tapping screws holding the entire structure will be screwed;

• I remove the corners and drill holes in the sash with a screwdriver;

• I assemble the curtain mechanism (for this you need to insert plastic capsules into the mounting corner, which are pressed from above with a side plate);

• I insert the chain into the roller shutter control mechanism so that one of its edges hangs down at a distance of 10 cm (the wider part of the bracket should be located upwards);

• I insert the assembled control unit into the holding capsule so that the groove inside coincides with the spring of the mechanism;

• then the side is put on the assembled mechanism decorative cover(the chain must be passed into a special recess on it);

• the assembled element is mounted on the wall, focusing on pre-planned and drilled holes (after installation, you can cut the chain to the desired length and connect it into a ring);

• after that, you can attach the roller shutter shaft to the bracket with the mechanism, mark the installation location of the second fastener, and then screw it with self-tapping screws;
• after that it remains only to insert the roller blind.

Summary

Now, with the word “roller blinds”, you will not be confused in terms and will immediately understand what in question. And you can also independently perform the installation of these products, because the above is given detailed instructions describing several technologies. You can find more information in the video in this article.

Leave your opinion about the information presented in the material in the comments.

September 18, 2016

If you want to express gratitude, add a clarification or objection, ask the author something - add a comment or say thanks!

Roller shutters are a durable screen consisting of narrow transverse slats that look like traditional horizontal blinds. It performs a protective function, closing various openings from unauthorized entry. In working condition, the structure completely covers the opening. If it is necessary to open it, it is enough to use a special mechanism and the protection will twist into a compact roller shutter. In the lowered state, the screen is held by a special lock, so it cannot be moved away without a key.

Advantages of roller shutters

The advantages of using such protection include:

• High efficiency in countering illegal entry.
• Providing heat and sound insulation.
• Obstruction to the penetration of sunlight.
• Neat appearance.
• Simple folding mechanism.

The protection efficiency of this design is comparable to the grille, but when assembled, it does not block the view and does not create obstacles for penetration through the openings. This is especially important if the device is installed on a door or window with the possibility of opening the sash.

Where are roller shutters used?

Scope of use rollt is practically not limited. They are installed to provide protection:

• doors.
• windows.
• Gate.
• Trade showcases.

This technical solution is suitable for installation in commercial premises such as shops, banks, etc. They are often placed on private houses and summer cottages, as well as the windows of apartments on the ground floors. Relatively recently, the use of roller shutters began to close plumbing niches, where pipeline communications and meters are located. To provide access to such cavities, it is possible to use small inspection hatches, but they are compact in size, and therefore limit the convenience of work that can be carried out in a niche. Using roller shutters to close communications, you can raise them at any time and get full access. Of course, they do not always fit perfectly into the interior of the bathroom, but due to their functionality they completely overlap this shortcoming. Plumbing screens have a decorative function and are not intended to provide intrusion protection, since this is not necessary.

Especially for financial institutions perforated shutters have been developed, which makes the screens translucent. Such designs belong to a higher price segment. Usually they are used in premises where it is required to provide reliable protection with the possibility of inspecting a closed opening. In this case, access inside is prevented, but the guard on duty will always be able to visually assess whether there is an outsider in the protected area.

Device

The design of roller shutters is quite simple. They consist of the following parts:

• Cloths.
• Protective box.
• Vala.
• Guide.

The canvas is a screen consisting of a set of horizontal lamellas tightly pressed against each other. They are not rigidly interconnected, so they can be rolled into a roller shutter. Despite the fact that the lamellae are not fixed, they have strong adhesion to each other, so it is rather difficult to destroy the screen even with the use of a crowbar.

The structure includes a protective box. It has small dimensions and is placed in the upper part of the opening. Inside it is a shaft, on which the roller shutter is wound. Its presence protects the device from contamination and the development of corrosion processes at the time the screen is in a twisted form.

Roller shutter guides are two plates with special slots, which are located on the sides of the opening. On them, as on rails, the screen moves. Their presence prevents the possibility of its bending. The guides also provide uniform movement when twisting and lowering.

Control types

Roller blinds differ among themselves and in the way of control. According to this criterion, they are of two types:

• Manual.
• Automatic.

Manual control

Such roller shutters are equipped with a special mechanism that works as a result of the use of physical strength. It is necessary to go directly to the opening and use a special tape or crank drive to wind the screen onto the axis. This is a very reliable method that does not require any difficulties in production, so this technical solution is accompanied by minimal costs.

Automatic control

More expensive are automatic shutters. When choosing in their favor, you do not need to make any physical effort. It is enough to press a stationary button located on the wall or in another convenient place. The mechanism will work from the electric drive and the roller shutters will close or open.

A remote control option is also available. Such a technical solution is more expensive, so it is not always appropriate. To operate the mechanism, it is necessary to connect to the mains. In the event that the power supply fails, a battery supply may be provided, allowing a few more cycles to be triggered. The cheaper ones automatic devices provided in the event of a power failure manual control. A huge advantage of using electric roller shutters is the possibility of opening them simultaneously. It is enough to press the button once and all openings will be released from the screen. In the same case, if manual control is used, then each window and door requires special attention.

As for remote control, it can work on several technologies. If a remote control with an infrared transmitter is used, then in order to trigger the mechanism, it is necessary to give a command in the immediate vicinity of the shutters, pointing the remote control directly at the receiving sensor. This technology is completely identical to that used on TV remote controls. More convenient, but also expensive, is radio control. In this case, commands are transmitted even through walls, and the remote control does not need to be directed to the roller shutter.

Mounting methods

There are several possible ways implementation of the installation of roller shutters on the opening. Conventionally, they can be divided into three types:

• Outer.
• Interior.
• Combined.

Holding outdoor installation is the simplest and does not require special preparation of the opening. The roller shutter box is simply screwed on with anchor bolts To facade wall right above the opening. Guide rails are installed on the sides, after which the structure can be operated. Everything looks pretty neat, and most importantly, installation takes a minimum of time. It should be noted that this method is not the most reliable. With a crowbar at hand, an attacker can hit one of the guides and pull it out of the wall. Then the screen can be pushed back like an ordinary curtain or blinds. Despite this disadvantage, this method is very popular, since the loss of usable space indoors. The entire structure is completely outside.

Much more reliable internal installation. In this case, work is carried out according to a similar technology as for outdoor installation, but already indoors with inside opening. This method is far from ideal, as it spoils the interior. A box with a twisted roller shutter is on the wall, so they look out of place. With this method of installation, hacking is more difficult. To the merits of this technical solution include the presence of the mechanism in a warm room and the lack of contact with dampness. Thanks to this, the mechanism will work equally effectively both in summer and in winter. Those who have experienced difficulty in opening outdoor roller shutters when they are icy are happy to switch to internal installation, despite certain interior disadvantages of such a solution.

A good alternative is combined installation. In this case, the box is located inside the opening. It takes more complex installation. The disadvantage of this solution is the reduction in the actual height of the opening by 10-15 cm, which depends on the parameters of the box. For doors, this is not a problem, but in the case of a window, the efficiency of light penetration is lost. To solve this problem, sometimes combined installation, preparing a special niche at the top of the opening, hiding it in the ceiling.

Manufacturing materials

Roller shutters can be made from:

• Become.
• aluminum.
• Plastic.
• Wood.

Steel lamellas are the most reliable. They are made of galvanized or painted profile. They are very common due to their strength and relatively inexpensive cost. There are also armored screens, in which the lamellas are made of thicker metal. They are installed in banks and other financial institutions where there is a high risk of hacking and penetration.

Also found aluminum screens. Such lamellas are inferior in strength to steel ones, but weigh much less.

Plastic roller shutters are also quite popular. They are used in small window openings, which often, even if the protection is damaged, will still not allow an attacker to penetrate due to their small dimensions. Also, plastic lamellas are suitable for installation in a bathroom to close a niche with communications.

Wooden screens are very rare. They look beautiful and are often used not so much to protect against burglary, but from the penetration of sunlight. They have good sound insulation, so they can be used in city apartments, whose windows overlook busy streets.

→ Detailed classification

Classification of roller shutters from the company "Estok"

Types of roller shutters

roller shutters are modern means protection of windows, doors and any other spaces. They are able to protect property and valuables from theft, as well as protect the premises from bright sunlight and the noise of city streets.

There are currently on the market different kinds roller shutters depending on material of manufacture , installation method and destination .

According to the method of installation, they distinguish:

roller shutters that are mounted directly in the opening ( built-in roller shutters );

roller shutters that are superimposed over the opening ( false roller shutters ).

It is considered that built-in roller shutters they are more reliable, because they can neither be bent nor twisted. In addition, such roller shutters look in the door or window opening more attractive and elegant .

According to the material of manufacture, modern roller shutters are divided into the following types:

Plastic roller shutters
Plastic roller shutters are designed for installation in small openings. They cannot provide a high degree reliability, but they have excellent decorative qualities and ease of use. They are able to protect the room from the bright sun, noise or prying eyes. But from professional hacking plastic Roller shutters don't protect.

Steel roller shutters
Roller shutters made of galvanized or painted metal profile are today the most common. These shutters provide high level security and reliable protection from unwanted guests and intrusions.

Aluminum roller shutters
Aluminum roller shutters are almost identical to steel ones in terms of their operational and protective qualities. However, they are lightweight and less expensive.
They are often used on the first floors apartment buildings or to protect shop windows.

Armored shutters
Armored roller shutters are made of high strength aluminum or steel profile. They guarantee the maximum level of protection against intruders. Armored roller shutters are usually equipped with electric drive and remote control. They are installed in financial institutions, as well as in buildings and premises that need increased security.

perforated roller shutters
A separate type of modern roller shutters is the so-called perforated structures. They are made from a metal profile with transparent plastic inserts or simply through holes various shapes. Perforated roller shutters are more expensive, but at the same time more functional and beautiful view protective structures. They are installed where regular ventilation or visual contact between individual rooms is necessary. Perforated roller shutters are also often used to protect shop windows.

According to their purpose, roller shutters are divided into window , garage , plumbing and etc.

Plumbing shutters designed to hide various technological equipment, for example, pipes, meters or valves in bathrooms.

Window shutters are installed in window openings various shapes and differ compactness . Even in the position wound on the shaft window shutters take up very little space.

An excellent alternative to traditional garage doors and bars are garage roller shutters .

Thus, at present there is a huge variety of designs and types of roller shutters.

Most requested horizontal roller shutters often installed in door and window openings:

in financial institutions, banks,

In private houses, apartments and cottages,

In the field of trade - in shops, trade pavilions, kiosks,

in administrative buildings.

Roller shutters for home or office are very easy to use, protect against intrusion, vandalism, undemanding maintenance. In addition, roller shutters are inexpensive, have many color solutions and most different options decorations, often play the role of a very stylish element of exterior decor, giving the house an exclusivity and originality.

The most popular today are anti-vandal /protective shutters .

Protective shutters - this is perhaps the most popular model among successful businessmen and just good owners. Durability, safety, compactness, elasticity and ease of operation - the list of such flattering characteristics can be continued indefinitely ... That is why protective shutters successfully used on the facades of houses.

Another type of roller shutters - rolling gates . They differ from protective shutters a wider and stronger profile, while the principle of their operation is the same. Roller doors are perfect option for private garages, retail and storage facilities. The indisputable advantage of this type of roller shutters is space saving: they do not depend on the lintel and the engineering infrastructure of the premises. In addition, roller shutters save not only your nerves, but also money: this type of roller shutter is much cheaper and more compact than its counterparts.

And the last type of roller shutters - rolling grilles . They perfectly combine strength and attractive appearance. This perfect solution for banks, offices, cafes and restaurants, as well as underground garages and parking lots.

The operation and installation of roller shutters is distinguished by a variety of choices. So, there are two options for their work: mechanical and manual . In the latter, the roller shutters open and close with the direct application of human efforts, the other option protects you from any type of activity, with the exception of pressing a magic button or lever.

It is easy to explain why roller shutters are so popular: it is time to write legends about the practicality of roller shutters. They are easy to use and cost-effective, wash well and require little to no maintenance. Great success roller shutters and roller shutters used by individuals and industrial enterprises. If you care about your business, then roller shutters - right choice serious company!

How and where to order

Tel . : +7-495-589-8676 , +7-925-514-6896 , +7-925-514-6897 .
Email : [email protected] ,

You can always order installation from us and buy ready-made roller shutters really inexpensively.
Here you will find:

electric or mechanical roller shutters of different colors, functions and prices - for balconies, gates, windows or doors, etc.,

estimated cost,

roller shutter systems , take into account all your wishes, measure and calculate the cost,

speed of order fulfillment, which pleases all our customers,

the quality of our roller shutters - mechanical or electric - is excellent and time-tested!

We recommend useful articles about roller shutters:

Types of roller shutters (detailed classification) : +7-495-589-8676 , +7-925-514-6896 , +7-925-514-6897 . Email : [email protected] , You can always order the installation from us and buy really cheap finished roller shutters . Here you will find: electric or mechanical roller shutters of different colours, functions and prices: for balconies, gates, windows or doors, etc., estimated cost, excellent service - our experts will help you choose the right roller shutter systems , take into account all your wishes, measure and calculate the cost, speed of order fulfillment, which pleases all our customers, the quality of our roller shutters - mechanical or electric - is excellent and time-tested! roller shutters (English) roll - roll, rus. shutters ) - a kind of blinds, made in the form of a roll, two guides and plates sliding along them. There are also names roller shutters, roller shutters, roller blinds, roller shutters, protective shutters. roller shutters are installed in window, door and garage openings and are designed to protect the premises from burglary, adverse weather conditions, noise, dust, light and prying eyes. Main characteristic roller shutters is an emphasis on the protective function for openings. Typically, installation practice involves the installation of roller shutters outside to protect the glass from breaking and directly from the penetration of intruders. Based on materials Wikipedia

Recently, in our country, people often equipped exterior doors in their living quarters, which were previously sheathed with durable steel sheets. However, you can also enter the room through the window. Therefore, special steel gratings are used to ensure safety. Today, roller shutters have become very popular. These devices require special attention, so they are discussed in this article. detailed information. Qualified specialists in the field of construction talk about the types of roller shutters, the advantages and disadvantages of these devices, as well as the materials used for manufacturing.

What are roller shutters

High-quality roller shutters are used to protect window openings from showers, strong gusts of wind. High strength is a sought-after quality for homeowners living in relatively difficult climatic conditions. If for some period no one lives in the house, it is advisable to protect yourself from possible damage and unwanted intrusions. Roller shutters will serve as a wonderful means of protecting a country house. Such mechanical devices perfectly perform the protective functions of window and doorways. Such roller shutters are easily assembled into a specially equipped cavity or drum, thanks to the ability to roll into a roll. To drive such a device, you can use an electric drive or a conventional motor.

Consider the main advantages of roller shutters:

• Compactness;
• Aesthetic appeal, good external qualities;
• Ease of care and maintenance;
• The appearance of the entire building does not deteriorate;
• Good soundproofing.

Such devices can be equipped with different openings, which are considered universal and very convenient to use.

Roller shutter design

Conventional window or garage fittings can be opened vertically by rolling the protective sheet into a roll. In addition to the usual rectangular products, asymmetric options are installed that reproduce the triangular or arched shapes of window openings. Inclined mechanisms are used to provide protection for a variety of glass structures like winter gardens and rooftops. Metal roller shutters are most often installed at the cash desks of trading floors, window openings on the first floors, in offices or residential premises. Quite often roller shutters are used as office partitions, or elements of decorating the exterior of a building.

The main functional features include:

• The ability to protect against penetration, hacking, or extraneous curious people;
• Providing protection from destructive natural factors or too bright sunlight. Ensuring a normal microclimate in a room, a greenhouse or equipped arboretums;
• Reducing electricity costs by saving indoor heat in the winter season and providing coolness in the summer heat;
• It can be used as an element of the aesthetic design of the building. Roller shutters help to decorate the facade well.

All roller shutters are assembled according to the same principle and consist of a sheet and a roller profile, a shaft on which the sheet must be spun, as well as a special box for protection, side covers with guides that increase the rigidity of the box and the strength of the structure as a whole. The lamellas, thanks to which the profile is formed, can be made of plastic, aluminum and steel. The most popular are non-corrosive and most durable aluminum lamellas.

According to the type of profile, protective roller shutters are divided into two subcategories:

1. Roller rolling, contributing to increased sound insulation and heat saving, characterized by increased lightness.
2. Extruded high strength products.

How to choose the right roller shutters

First of all, you need to decide on the purpose of the roller shutters. Each buyer should understand well what he is going to use such elements for. Therefore, the standard produced roller shutter systems are divided into several subspecies in accordance with the protection indicators:

• P1 - high sound insulation, prevention of dust, wind, it is invisible what is in the room;
• P2 - performs a similar function, but in large areas up to about 16 square meters. m.;
• P3 - in addition to all of the above, they can provide protection against hacking for about 20 minutes;
• P4 - Protection against natural factors and hacking for about 25 minutes;
• P5 - the duration of protection against hacking can be 35 minutes;
• P6 - 50 minutes;
• P7 - full protection against penetration.

Qualified specialists will be able to determine the most appropriate protection class for each individual example.

Also, when choosing suitable roller shutters, you need to pay attention to the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe product. The dimensions of the window opening are selected with a special type of profile. Experienced specialists can go to the right place to take measurements, and then make a suitable design of roller shutters according to an individual order.

Products also differ in the type of control, mechanical and electric drives are used. Manual systems are much cheaper, but their use is possible only in some situations. Mechanical elements on electric traction cannot always cope with heavy roller shutters installed on garage doors or other large structures. For all types of control, certain restrictions on size and weight are established.

You should also consider the following factors when choosing:

• Mounting type;
• Material used as a filler for lamellas;
• The design of the locking device;
• The location of the castles;
• Coloring or pattern on the canvas, etc.

To select the most suitable option roller shutter systems for installation on window openings in a residential building or office, you need to take into account all the above-mentioned features of the systems. Experienced construction professionals will always help homeowners to choose the most suitable products in accordance with the buyer's ability to pay and functional requirements.

Roller shutter control systems

Mechanical control systems are among the most economical. They are less demanding than automated ones. A properly installed mechanical drive will almost never create a web control problem if it does. short circuit, or the electricity in the house will turn off.

Several separate varieties of mechanical control systems can be considered:

• Ordinary tape drive;
• Integrated cardan mechanism;
• Special cable reducer;
• Spring-inertial system.

The tape drive is considered the most simple mechanism to open roller shutters. This mechanism is best suited to aluminum structures. Its maximum weight is about 15 kg. The principle of its operation is as follows: one edge of the tape is fixed on a pulley mounted on a shaft, and the second is placed on a tape paver, which is mounted in the inside of the room. It is enough to pull the tape towards you so that the roller shutters open or close.

The main advantage of such systems is the affordable price. The disadvantages include restrictions on the weight of the installed canvas.

Cardan mechanisms are installed on medium-weight systems weighing up to 36 kg. The mechanism is controlled by means of a cardan handle. The roller shutter can move vertically or horizontally depending on the direction of rotation.

The advantages of the cardan mechanism include affordable cost, reliability, the possibility of installing an additional automatic lock. Disadvantages: the impossibility of output through the wall if the double-glazed window and the box are installed on the same level.

A special cable reducer makes it possible to set the roller shutter curtain in motion by changing the degree of cable tension using a specially equipped handle. The profile can be installed on a cardan shaft with a spring, which contributes to the rotation of the profile web. This is the most convenient way to manage the design. This type of control is considered the most suitable for heavy systems, the mass of which can reach 100 kg.