Gilgen Door Systems reports that it has become the first UK manufacturer to launch a range of security roller shutters tested and approved to the European standard BS EN1627:2011.
After testing to assess resistance to a range of professional attack methods, three models in the Rolegard security range were tested and certified by the LPCB (Loss Prevention Certification Board) to RC3 and RC4 standards.
Gilgen says that its RC3-4 security shutters are designed to provide hardened physical security for applications most at risk of criminal break-in or terrorist attack: such as critical national infrastructure, financial centres, museums, data centres, government buildings and high value commercial premises.
Alongside the new models Gilgen will continue to provide security shutters that meet UK Loss Prevention and ‘Secured by Design’ standards with models tested to LPS1175, issue 7, level 2 to level 5. The company says that it can provide a solution for building projects where the European standard has been specified.
European standards have requirements which differ in many ways to British standards; for example, an additional provision for static and dynamic load protection up to 10kn of pressure. To achieve the required standard the shutters were the makers say designed around the demands of EN1627 and in the tests had to withstand a simulated professional attempt to gain entry using cordless power tools such as grinders, drills and saws over an extended attack time.
Rolegard RC3-INS-HD and RC4-INS-HD provide RC3 and RC4 level security the manufacturers add, with energy-saving properties through an integral core. These models are available with direct drive or heavy duty chain drive motors and certified for structural openings up to six metres wide by 8m high. And the RC4-DS-HD is certified to RC4 standard and comes with reinforced double skin lath, providing an option for more blast performance.
Each model is available with a choice of manual dead locks or a 24v electric solenoid locking system. These lock the bottom edge of the curtain assembly against the floor to resist the high static loads which are used to lift and push the curtain during the forced entry test. A range of activation controls is available including push button, sensor, key switch and remote control; and the shutters can be integrated into the building management and alarm system.
Managing Director, David Cerquella said: “We are delighted to launch these new models which are a result of our continuous programme of product development and testing. We have listened to customers at home and overseas markets and will continue to develop solutions that enable them to mitigate developing risks.”
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