Not all doors are created equal. In fact, today’s roll-up style doors are vastly different compared to its predecessor from 35 years ago. Design improvements such as jamming prevention, reduced header heights, and custom finishes provide unmatched scene safety for first responders. Roll-up doors remain durable, easy to use, and secure.

Traditionally, fire apparatus were equipped with slam style hinged doors. As times changed, door service and function became more of a concern. This enabled companies like R·O·M to introduce the roll-up door to the industry. Many departments still debate the benefits of hinged vs. roll-up style doors. Here is our take on why roll-up doors should be in your next spec.

Roll-up doors continue to be built with first responders in mind. Features like improved equipment access in the compartment and on pull out trays along with better sightlines around the apparatus all promote a safer, more efficient scene. When it comes to specing roll-up doors, go with the company that has over 35 years of door manufacturing experience. Including an industry leading 7-year warranty. Spec the best, Spec R·O·M.