When it comes to emergency services, every second counts. Whether in a fire station, EMS facility or a police department, reliable infrastructure is essential to ensuring fast response times. That’s why high-performance doors are the right choice for high-demand situations when public safety and lives are at stake.
Rytec’s Spiral® FV® high-performance doors are especially well-suited for emergency situations. They’re designed to offer a powerful combination of speed, aesthetics, security and durability to facilitate quick and efficient operations.
Here’s why Spiral FV doors are the right choice for emergency services.
Maximize Visibility and Safety
Spiral FV doors feature full-width continuous window slats, which offer superior visibility that is crucial for emergency service facilities.
• A clear view. Full vision panels allow first responders to see approaching vehicles or personnel, reducing the likelihood of accidents or delays. In high-stakes situations, monitoring activity inside and outside the facility helps maintain smooth, uninterrupted operations.
• Durable panels. The shatter-proof and scratch-resistant LEXAN slats allow natural light into the building, helping improve visibility while minimizing the need for artificial lighting during the day.
• Improved communication. Emergency services often rely on visual cues and signals during high-pressure situations. The transparent panels on Spiral FV doors help staff quickly gauge the readiness of vehicles or other personnel, allowing for more fluid coordination and faster response times.
Sleek, High-Tech Aesthetics
Rytec’s Spiral FV doors blend functionality with high-tech aesthetics, making them perfect for modern emergency facilities. Doors come in classic RAL and custom powder-coated finishes to match any aesthetic. Vision slats feature bronze or grey tinted options, helping reduce solar heat build-up and enhancing the appearance of nearly any building.
High Speed to Save Time
With opening speeds of up to 100 inches per second, high-performance doors work quickly to facilitate prompt response times and minimize loss of life and property. They help ensure that fire trucks, ambulances and other response vehicles can exit the facility quickly without delays caused by slow-moving doors. Plus, these high-speed doors can close quickly, helping to maintain the building’s security and climate control even during frequent openings.
Protect Assets
Spiral FV doors are specially engineered to offer a high level of security. The rigid aluminum slats provide a solid barrier when closed, ensuring the facility is protected against unauthorized access. This is particularly important for police, fire and EMS stations, where valuable equipment and vehicles must be secured at all times.
Built to Last
These doors are designed to operate smoothly through millions of opening and closing cycles, ensuring day-in and day-out reliability during critical events. Rytec Spiral® doors are engineered with a unique spiral track that ensures no metal-to-metal contact to guard against wear and tear, reducing maintenance and extending service life. In addition, a counterbalance system and AC drive increase door longevity.
Advanced Safety Features
The safety features on Spiral FV doors are designed to protect both personnel and equipment.
• Advanced³ Light Curtain Safety System continuously monitors the door opening, ensuring the door won’t close if there is an obstacle in the path. This is particularly important in high-traffic areas where people and vehicles are constantly moving in and out of the building.
• SmartSurround® Detection & Alert System uses optical light curtains and high-intensity LED lights to monitor and signal traffic, enhancing safety by alerting operators to potential hazards and reducing the risk of accidents in busy facilities.
• Optional Ry-Wi® Wireless System provides two-way safety communication between the control box and the bottom bar of the door, with an electric reversing edge that enhances safety at door thresholds.
• A mechanical brake release lever allows you to open the door in the event of a power failure
The Right Door for Emergency Services
When it comes to emergency services, having the right equipment can make all the difference. Rytec’s Spiral FV doors offer unmatched features that help emergency teams respond faster, stay safe and protect their valuable assets. Investing in Rytec’s high-performance doors ensures that emergency service facilities are equipped to handle the demands of their fast-paced, high-pressure environments while maintaining operational efficiency and security.
Learn more about our doors for emergency response services, or contact us to discuss door options for your facility.
