Where and how Roller Shutter doors originated

Did you know, on your commute to work this morning, you passed 100’s of functional roller shutters doors? In fact, they are part and parcel of the commercial / industrial landscape in the modern world.

Have you ever wondered where and how Roller Shutter doors originated?

It is popular opinion that patents submitted in 1882 by Anton Greisser, earns Anton the title of inventor of the modern Roller Shutter. However, there is an older patent from A.L. Johnson that dates back to 1850 bearing a rolling ‘iron shutter’. All of which is now ancient history.

What is certain, is that the original invention, and the countless improvements made over the years, has ensured that roller shutters are not only common place in the modern world, but also that they have become rather effective barriers against the elements.

So what exactly is a Roller shutter door?

“A roller shutter, security shutter, coiling door, roller door or sectional overhead door is a type of door or window shutter consisting of many horizontal slats, hinged together. The door is raised to open it and lowered to close it. On large doors, the action may be motorized. It provides protection against wind, rain, fire and theft. In shutter form, it is used in front of a window and protects the window from vandalism and burglary attempts.

Roller shutters have many applications including doors for vans, garages, kitchens, schools, prisons and warehouses. They are also commonly used as window blinds in some European countries, such as Germany and Spain.

In some parts of the world, roller shutters are subsidized by local governments. In areas that are frequently exposed to inclement weather, roller shutters are used as a method of insulation, can protect windows against hail damage, and can be made to withstand high wind.”

(Source Wikipedia)

Xpanda has been manufacturing roller shutter doors for over 4 decades. In the modern world of early warning electronic security systems, think of the Xpanda roller shutter door as the humble safety belt in your car.

We often equate our roller shutter doors and security barriers to the modern day safety features in vehicles, whilst we have ABS, PDC, curve following headlamps, lane control etc, the humble safety belt remains the only physical restraint, keeping the occupant safe in the event of a motor vehicle accident.

Similarly, the Xpanda roller shutter or security barrier remains your last line of physical barrier between you, your inventory and a possible threat.

Loss prevention leaders across the world agrees, that when it comes to loss prevention, a visual yet strong physical barrier remains one of the most critical aspects of shop front and warehouse protection.

For more information contact us on 01594 824676 or email us at sales@xpandauk.co.uk