
The Janus International 550 Series Fire Rated Counter Shutter provides U.L.-rated fire protection in a cost-effective, space-saving design. Built to the highest standards, it features user-friendly operation and a fail-safe system activated by fusible links, smoke detectors, or connection to a central alarm system. Ideal for pharmacies, cafeterias, concession areas, ticket counters, hospital desks, and other fire-rated wall applications.
Your solution for compact, smaller openings. From the applications video: the 550 and 700 Series counter shutters serve service counters, pharmacies, cafeterias and concessions. The 550 adds UL fire ratings of 45 and 90 minutes for counters in fire-rated walls.
Download the Fire Protection Done Right eBook, or watch the rolling steel door applications video. Not sure which series fits? Try the door selector tool.
Headroom, sideroom and hood dimensions vary by model, operation and guide type. Download the clearance requirements or shop drawing for this series below, or ask your Janus representative for a dimensioned drawing for your opening.
| Product Type | Steel or stainless steel | ||
| Model Description | Fire Rated Counter Shutter | ||
| Models | 550 (22-ga galvanized), 550S (22-ga stainless #4) | ||
| UL Fire Ratings | 3/4 hour (45 minute) and 1-1/2 hour (90 minute) | ||
| Maximum Size Width x Height | 12' x 8' | ||
| Slat Profile | 1-1/2" flat, 22-gauge; baked epoxy primer and Super Durable polyester topcoat | ||
| Operation | Manual push-up standard to 10'-4" wide; crank standard on wider shutters; motor operation available on all sizes | ||
| Activation | 165° fusible links, smoke detectors, or the building fire alarm (with a Janus release device) | ||
| Locking | Slide lock standard | ||
| Guides / Bottom Bar | Box-shaped steel guides; steel angle bottom bar with weather seal (stainless on stainless shutters) | ||
| Wall Types | Approved sheetrock, steel or masonry walls | ||
| Warranty | 2-year limited | ||

Inspection and compliance
A rolling fire door can sit open for years before it is needed. Annual inspection and drop testing are what keep it ready.
Follow NFPA 80 and your Authority Having Jurisdiction for inspection and testing requirements.
Applications
From the Janus Rolling Steel Application Guide.
Door Selector Tool
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Videos
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