BUSHFIRE SHUTTERS | BAL-FZ RATED ROLLER SHUTTERS

Bushfire-Rated Roller Shutters for Australian Homes

To help Australian homeowners prepare for increasingly severe bushfire seasons, BushfireShutter.com.au designs and manufactures 100% CSIRO-certified bushfire roller shutters tested to AS 1530.8.2 (2018) Flame Zone (BAL-FZ) standards. Engineered specifically for bushfire-prone regions, our shutters provide proven protection where it matters most — at your home’s most vulnerable openings.

Our BAL-FZ bushfire roller shutters are fully insulated to help block radiant heat and have been independently tested to withstand 30 minutes of direct flame contact, simulating real bushfire conditions and ember attack scenarios.

Protect Your Home from Bushfire Ember Attack and Radiant Heat

Manufactured using high-strength roll-formed stainless steel interlocking slats, our bushfire shutters are designed to shield windows and doors from airborne embers, extreme heat and flying debris generated during a bushfire front. This level of protection significantly reduces the risk of window failure — one of the leading causes of home loss in bushfires.

Reliable, quiet and built to last, our Australian-made bushfire shutters are installed with precision and delivered on time. When you choose BushfireShutter.com.au, you’re investing in certified protection, quality workmanship and long-term peace of mind for homes in high bushfire risk areas.

Australia’s recent bushfire history has shown just how devastating and unpredictable fire seasons can be.

With events such as the Black Summer fires of 2019–2020 across NSW, Victoria and South Australia which saw over 18 million hectares burnt and 2700 home destroyed, and major bushfires impacting Victoria, Tasmania, and regional communities like Tathra, Holsworthy, the Warrumbungles and Waroona–Yarloop over the past decade. These fires destroyed thousands of homes and highlighted the importance of proactive bushfire protection for properties in high-risk areas.

Bushfire-rated roller shutters provide a critical layer of defence by helping to shield windows and doors from radiant heat, ember attack and flying debris — some of the leading causes of home loss during bushfires. For homeowners living in bushfire-prone regions of Australia, installing compliant bushfire shutters is not just about meeting regulations, but about protecting lives, homes and peace of mind during increasingly severe fire seasons.

Find out more about Bushfire Shutters
blockout bushfire shutters

Benefits of our BAL-FZ Bushfire Shutters

PROTECTION FROM BUSHFIRE

  • Our BAL-FZ flame zone shutters protect your home from the highest danger rating that a property can be given regarding Australian bushfires.
  • The only shutter on the market tested and certified to AS 1530.8.2 (2018) by CSIRO with standard 5mm toughened glass
  • Meeting the required Australian Standard for Construction of buildings in bushfire prone areas BAL-FZ Australian Standard AS3959-2018
  • Stainless steel construction designed by our team of designers and engineers with over 70 years combined roller shutter experience
  • Manual override operation and/or backup battery incase of power outage during fire available.
  • Durable design that can be operated daily for temperature control on your home against the harsh Australian Summers and Brisk winter nights saving you both money on expensive power bills and also helping reduce fossil fuels usage to create the power for climate control appliances.

BUSHFIRE SHUTTER DESIGN

  • Australian made bushfire shutters
  • BAL-FZ shutters in stainless steel and white steel
  • Fully customisable colours to suit your home
  • Built in Eves (hidden) installation available
  • Protects against heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter
  • Secure your home against storms, flying debris, hail strong winds
  • Increase security again intruders and theft
LEARN MORE

RECENT WORKS

Roller Shutters for Flame Zone
Roller Shutters for Flame Zone

AS3959-2018 Roller Shutters
AS3959-2018 Roller Shutters

BAL-FZ shutters
BAL-FZ shutters

Fireblock shutters
Fireblock shutters

BAL-FZ rated
BAL-FZ rated

Built in Eves installation available
Built in Eves installation available

Fully customisable to suit your home
Fully customisable to suit your home

Ultimate bushfire protection
Ultimate bushfire protection

Are you building in a bushfire area?

If yes you need to aware of the stringent building codes including AS3959-2018 part 3.7 and section 9- BAL FZ Bushfire shutters if you are building in a extreme bushfire risk area.

Are Rollashield BAL FZ shutters tested to the latest standard?

Yes. Rollashield BAL FZ shutters passed the test AS1530.4-2018 at CSIRO in Sydney with a single panel of 5mm toughened glass in an openable window. CSIRO is a NATA accredited facility. Therefore our shutters meet all criteria and will satisfy every certifier.

What does BAL FZ mean?

BAL FZ stands for Bushfire Attack Level – Flame Zone. Flame zone is the highest, most extreme risk classification for buildings in bushfire prone areas.

What is the purpose of BAL FZ bushfire shutters?

BAL FZ shutters protect the windows and reduce the heat inside the dwelling, reducing the impact of embers, flames and radiant heat.

Can BAL FZ shutters be used as everyday shutters?

Yes.  BAL FZ shutters are fantastic insulators in heat and cold.  They can also be used to regulate glare, light and offer storm protection for your windows and doors.  BAL FZ shutters are also full security shutters when in the down position.

Do BAL FZ shutters automatically deploy in a fire?

No they do not. BAL FZ shutters are individually operated with an internal switch. They also have a manual override option to wind the shutter down in case of power outage.  If the shutter is not accessible from outside, a UPS back up battery can be installed so the shutter is operable in case of power outage.

How much space do I need above my windows to fit a shutter?

Up to 300mm is required above the glazed window or door to accommodate the housing of the shutter.  The overall height of the shutter determines the size of the pelmets which range from 230mm – 300mm.

Can I powder coat BAL FZ shutters?

No. The moving curtain is stainless steel and can not be powder coated. The pelmets and side guides can be any colour bond colour.  When the shutter is up the colour bond colour is all that is visible.

Are BAl FZ shutters salt resistant?

Rollashield BAL FZ shutters are high grade 304 stainless steel which is salt resisitant.  Rollashield do offer a high grade BAL FZ salt resistant shutter which will increase the life of your shutters if exposed to salt.

Can BAL FZ shutters be used as BAL FZ garage doors?

Rollashield do manufacture BAL FZ garage doors.  We can assist the builder to ensure your garage remains BAL FZ compliant with our BAL FZ garage doors.

Can BAL FZ shutters be manual operated shutters?

Rollashield offer a spring assisted manual shutter, however it is only suitable for small shutters on ground floor

What is the minimum window width suitable for BAL FZ shutters?

The minimum width is 550mm.

What is the maximum span of one shutter?

The maximum span is 5650mm.

When is the best time to engage Rollashield BAL FZ shutters for our new build?

It is best to send plans prior to ordering windows.  Rollashield is always happy to advise of any apparent issues prior to starting the build which may save you money and ensure certification of you windows and shutters.

CONTACT US AND GET A QUOTE