Fire Curtains
Export Worldwide
Made in the UK
Made to Measure
Supply and Fit Nationwide
Fire curtains are advanced barriers made from fire-resistant material that deploy across entrances and open-plan spaces to prevent or delay the spread of fire. This essential compartmentation seals off the danger and provides people with more time to safely evacuate the property.
Our fire and smoke curtains, starting from £2,100 + VAT can be configured to suit any aperture. They will automatically deploy in the event of a fire, providing a critical component of a building’s overall fire strategy. Our range is suitable for internal use, protecting areas such as lift entrances, stairwells, and other high-risk zones without interfering with daily activity.
The fire curtains are manufactured from fire-rated fabrics stitched or hemmed together using Kevlar and stainless steel. All our systems undergo rigorous testing to ensure compliance with relevant BS, EN, and UL standards.
Our range includes several specialised configurations:
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UK/FC2 Series: Our heavy-duty solution for maximum protection, offering an industry-leading fire integrity rating of up to 4 hours. The “S” variant includes integrated smoke seals for total containment.
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FL-SHLD Series: These premium life-safety curtains are designed to block radiant heat, keeping escape routes at safe temperatures so occupants can evacuate past a fire zone.
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UK/FC8 Series: Fully compliant with the rigorous BS 8524-1 standard, these curtains are the go-to choice for high-specification commercial and public building projects.
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UK/SC Series: Specifically designed for large-scale smoke management in atriums and malls, capable of vertical drops of over 12 metres to channel toxic gases away from escape routes.
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FL-SHLD 90: A specialist horizontal barrier designed to seal off floor voids, escalator openings, and stairwells where a standard vertical curtain cannot be installed.
There is more information on the table below.
If you need both fire protection and security, check out our fire-rated roller shutters instead.
| If your project needs… | We recommend… | Key Benefit | Fire / Smoke Rating |
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| Maximum Industrial Protection | UK/FC2 Series | The Industrial Wall for warehouses and factories where a 4 hour fire rating is required. | Up to 240 Minutes |
| Safe Escape Routes | FL-SHLD Series | The Heat Shield that blocks radiant heat, allowing people to walk past the curtain safely. | 120 Minutes + Heat Protection |
| Architectural Compliance | UK/FC8 Series | The Gold Standard tested to BS 8524-1, specifically for high spec commercial projects. | 180 Minutes |
| Large Atrium Smoke Control | UK/SC Series | The Smoke Specialist for massive vertical drops (up to 12.2m) in malls or airports. | Smoke Only (D120/DH60) |
| Floor Voids or Escalators | FL-SHLD 90 | The Horizontal Guard for sealing openings between floors where a vertical curtain won’t work. | Up to 120 Minutes |
View Our Range of Fire Curtains
FL-SHLD Horizontal Version
FL-SHLD Series
UK/FC2 Series
UK/FC8 Series
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Let UK Roller Shutters improve your overall fire strategy with our high-quality Fire Curtains, designed to reduce the spread of smoke and flames throughout your property. We offer fire and smoke curtains that provide a much more discreet way of shielding the building against fire.
Fire Curtains Questions & Answers
Here are a few common questions that we’ve come across in the years of work we’ve done fitting Fire Curtains, however if you have any that are not on this page – feel free to give us a call or drop us an email and we’ll be more than happy to help.
WHAT ARE FIRE CURTAINS?
Fire curtains are designed to reduce the spread of smoke and flames throughout the building. They work due to being made from a fire rated material using Kevlar and Stainless steel hemmed or stitched together. The material is hidden away in a metal box out of sight and only triggers when fire occurs and your alarm system detects the smoke.
HOW DO FIRE CURTAINS WORK?
Fire Curtains are made from an aluminium fibre glass fire-rated material. This fabric is rolled up into a steel barrel and is capable of resisting smoke, gases and high. The curtain is powered by a specialist internal tubular geared motor that descends to the floor on command with a heavy bottom bar to weigh it down the steel guides. It can automatically retract or manually reset when not required.
HOW CAN FIRE CURTAINS BE AFFIXED?
Fire curtains are very versatile and can be fitted to the structure in numerous ways. The most common ways that the units are attached are direct to the underside of the slab, attachment directly to the side of the slab or attachment to the steel beam or an RSJ. Anyone with electrical and building experience is suitable to install put automatic fire curtains, however we do provide roller shutter installation services and technical help if necessary to ensure optimum safety.
If you believe you have the suitable knowledge and experience to fit the fire curtain yourself, we provide full installation, operating and maintenance manual with every fire curtain, this ensures we supply out clients with a smooth and simple installation process; technical help is also always available over the phone if you need help or have an queries to ensure the fire curtain is correctly installed and running well.
WHEN MIGHT I USE A FIRE CURTAIN?
If you have an opening – for example a canteen, with no access from the outside and nothing critical behind the aperture, fire curtains could be ideal for you. Due to fire curtains being made from Kevlar and Stainless steel, with steel guides and housing they’re discreet way of preventing fire spreading enabling emergency services more response time.
ARE YOUR PRODUCTS COMPATIBLE WITH AN OPEN SPACE?
Our Fire and Smoke curtains are a great solution for open spaces s they’re highly discreet and allow people free ease of access through the opening until an alarm is activated. Building control and fire regulations do recommend fire curtains over fire or sprinkler systems due to the wider variety of functions in comparison to standard fire doors.
UK Roller Shutter’s Fire Curtain prices are highly competitive and more cost effective solutions to preventing fire and smoke from spreading compared to sprinkler systems and bulky, heavy duty, limited size fire doors.
DO YOU OFFER SERVICING & MAINTENANCE ON YOUR PRODUCTS?
Yes we offer a 12 month guarantee with our fire curtains and all of our products. This is only valid if the fault is mechanical. After the 12-month period, our servicing and maintenance program can be offered and this is quoted as the amount for us to send an engineer to site.
Those with a servicing and maintenance contract will have access to members discounts on any repairs undertaken as well as roller shutter servicing once a year to ensure your fire curtains stay within Health and Safety legislation. During this servicing, we will test the equipment of the curtain, change any batteries on the control panel and check the motor limits. Once this servicing is complete we’ll send through a service & maintenance certificate via email. Once the service has been carried out, the working units are guaranteed for 12 months thereafter. You can read more about our servicing and maintenance contracts here.
Other FAQs
What are the rules for fire curtains?
Fire curtains must comply with BS 8524-1 & BS 8524-2 in the UK, be serviced regularly, and integrate with fire alarm systems to ensure safe operation during an emergency.
Are fire curtains expensive?
Fire curtain prices range from a few hundred to several thousand pounds, depending on size, fire rating, and automation features.
Who can install a fire curtain?
Only certified professionals should install fire curtains to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and proper integration with alarm systems.
What is the difference between a smoke curtain and a fire curtain?
Smoke curtains control smoke movement, while fire curtains withstand heat and flames, forming a physical barrier. Each serves a different role in fire safety.
What is the British standard for fire curtain servicing?
BS 8524-2 outlines servicing requirements, ensuring fire curtains are regularly tested and maintained for reliability in an emergency.
How do you activate a fire curtain?
Fire curtains are automatically triggered by fire alarms but can also be manually activated when needed.
How often should fire curtains be serviced?
Fire curtains should be serviced at least once a year, with more frequent checks in high-risk environments.
How long do fire curtains last?
Fire curtains last 20-30 years with proper maintenance, but regular servicing ensures they remain fully functional.
What is the fire rating of a fire curtain?
Fire curtains are rated from 30 minutes to over 2 hours, depending on the model and certification.
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UK Roller Shutters Ltd
Unit 41
Wombourne Enterprise Park
Bridgnorth Road
Wombourne
United Kingdom
WV5 0AL
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