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• Key Facts
• What is the Aluminium Security Roller Grille?
• Pricing
• About the Aluminium Security Roller Grille
• See It In Operation
• Full Technical Specifications
• Who the Roller Grille Is For — and Who It May Not Suit
• Real-World Use Case Scenarios
• Roller Grille vs. Common Alternatives
• What Is Included in Supply
• Optional Extras
• Before You Buy — Checklist
• Common Mistakes When Buying a Security Roller Grille
• Technical Limitations
• Compatibility
• Why Trust ATDC
• Where the Roller Grille Is Installed Across Australia
• Delivery and Installation Timeframes
• Warranty and Returns
• FAQ
• Product Summary

Key Facts

What Is the Aluminium Security Roller Grille and Who Is It For?

What it is: An aluminium interlocking link roller grille that secures commercial premises while providing approximately 65% open area for ventilation and through-visibility after hours.

Who it is for: Shopfront tenancies, service counters, food service areas, bar tops, retail stores, shopping centre shopfronts, shopping arcades, clubs, reception areas, and any commercial application where security, ventilation, and visibility are all required.

What it costs: Request a free no-obligation quote from ATDC by selecting the green ‘ADD TO QUOTE’ button above or trellisdoors.com.au/contact | 1800 657 435

Pricing

The Aluminium Security Roller Grille is custom-manufactured to your opening dimensions. Every shutter is measured and cut to size by ATDC tradespeople. Pricing depends on width, height, operation type (manual or motorised), and finish.

Average pricing for a basic shopfront shutter is approximately $3,000 to $5,000 (plus GST).

Trade, contractor and volume pricing available. Contact ATDC on 1800 657 435 to discuss commercial project rates.

About the Aluminium Security Roller Grille

The Aluminium Security Roller Grille by The Australian Trellis Door Co is the preferred security solution for businesses where ventilation and through-visibility are just as important as physical security. Unlike a solid roller shutter or a clear polycarbonate shutter, the aluminium link grille achieves approximately 65% open area — allowing air to circulate and providing clear sight lines for CCTV, security patrols, and after-hours product display, while still forming a robust barrier that can withstand determined burglary attempts.

The curtain is constructed from alternating interlocking aluminium links and joiner slats extruded from grade 6063-T5 aluminium alloy — a high-strength, corrosion-resistant alloy widely used in commercial architectural applications. Link width and spacing can be varied to accommodate any opening within the specified size limits.

Assembled in Australia to ATDC specifications, the Aluminium Security Roller Grille is trusted by household retail names across Australia and is one of the most widely specified grille shutters for shopping centre shopfronts, food service counters, and bar tops.

See It In Operation

VIDEO 1 — Manual Operation on a Service Counter

The video above shows the Aluminium Security Roller Grille being manually closed, locked, unlocked, and opened on a service counter. The aluminium link curtain descends smoothly along the side guide channels. The two-way mortice key lock is shown engaging the shootbolt into both guide channels from the front of the counter, then being unlocked and the curtain raised manually using the flush pull handles.

VIDEO 2 — Motorised Electric Operation

The video above shows the Aluminium Security Roller Grille being opened automatically. In this case the roller shutter goes to the ground where it is trackless. Great for storage areas that need ventilation. The 65% open area of the aluminium link curtain is visible throughout, allowing clear visibility into the area when closed.

Full Technical Specifications

Roll Diameters

Contact ATDC for roll diameter data for heights above 3,600mm.

Row 1 = Daylight Height (mm). Row 2 = Roll Diameter (mm).

Who the Aluminium Security Roller Grille Is For — and Who It May Not Suit

Real-World Use Case Scenarios

Scenario 1 — Shopping Centre Food Court Counter: A food court operator needs to secure a 3-metre service counter at closing time while allowing kitchen ventilation to continue overnight. The Aluminium Security Roller Grille with manual operation closes quickly, the 65% open area allows air to circulate freely, and the two-way key lock secures the counter from both sides.

Scenario 2 — Shopping Centre Retail Shopfront: A retailer in a shopping arcade needs a security solution that allows their CCTV cameras to maintain a clear view of the store interior overnight. The aluminium link grille provides a strong physical barrier while giving security staff and cameras an unobstructed line of sight through the 65% open curtain.

Scenario 3 — Licensed Club Bar: A club needs to secure a wide 5-metre bar opening at the end of each night. The Aluminium Security Roller Grille with motorised operation closes the full span in one movement via key switch, with optional remote control activation for convenience. The 65% ventilation keeps the area fresh overnight.

Aluminium Security Roller Grille vs. Common Alternatives

What Is Included in Supply

• Aluminium roller grille curtain — custom cut to your specified width and height in grade 6063-T5 aluminium alloy
• Side guide channels — 53mm x 32mm extruded aluminium with brush buffer
• Bottom rail — 85mm x 17mm aluminium with secure cover and 64mm Bottom Foot (manual installations)
• Roller drum — 229mm seam lock steel tube (manual) or 229mm spiral welded steel tube (motorised)
• 34.8mm steel axle with roller bearings and counterbalance helical coil springs
• Roller brackets — 90mm x 40mm zinc plated steel slotted angle, wall or soffit mounted
• Counterbalance helical springs and pull pole with flush pull handles (manual)
• 240V electric Centris side-mounted motor with key switch (motorised)
• Two-way mortice key lock with shootbolt (manual/non-motorised installations only)

Works by Others (Not Included in ATDC Supply):

• Structural preparation of openings
• 240V power supply to motor position (by others)
• Master keying of locks where required (purchaser’s responsibility)

Optional Extras

• Motorised operation — 240V electric Centris side-mounted motor
• Remote control activation
• Push button controller
• Emergency egress button
• Battery backup / UPS — for continued operation during power outages
• Powder coating to Dulux Duralloy Powder Coat Colour Range (high gloss available)
• Removable mullions with shoot bolts at base
• Angled mullions for openings where two doors meet at an angle (up to 90°)
• Reversed roll position
• Mid rail at custom height for extra strength or easier locking access

Before You Buy — Checklist

1. Measure your opening width and height. Motorised: up to 5,500mm wide. Manual: up to 3,400mm (10m² max).
2. Confirm ventilation is required — if you need a rain/dust/vermin seal, the Aluminium Roller Grille is not the right product; consider the RS7 ClearVision with pelmet box or a solid shutter.
3. Choose operation: manual (pull pole) or motorised (240V Centris). Motorised is recommended for wide or high openings.
4. Confirm 240V power supply is available at the motor position if choosing motorised.
5. Note: motorised installations are not fitted with locks — if keyed locking is required, manual operation is needed or confirm options with ATDC.
6. Decide on finish: clear anodised (standard) or powder coated to Dulux colour.
7. If your opening exceeds 5,500mm, confirm mullion placement with ATDC before ordering.
8. Check the surrounding structure is adequate for support.

Common Mistakes When Buying an Aluminium Security Roller Grille

• Expecting a weather seal — the aluminium link grille has approximately 65% open area. It does not seal against rain, dust, or vermin. If your premises requires a weather or pest barrier, this is not the right product.
• Ordering manual operation for a wide opening — manual is limited to 3,400mm wide and 10m². For wider or taller openings, motorised is required.
• Not confirming 240V power availability before ordering motorised operation — this requires an electrician to run power to the motor position.
• Assuming motorised shutters come with locks — motorised doors are not fitted with locks or a Bottom Foot. If after-hours keyed security is needed, confirm your options with ATDC.
• Not considering the emergency egress button option for public-facing applications — available as an optional extra and important for high-traffic venues.

Technical Limitations

• Not a weather barrier — the 65% open area means rain, dust, insects, and vermin can pass through the curtain. It is a security barrier only.
• Manual operation limited to 3,400mm wide and 10m² — wider or taller openings require motorised operation.
• Motorised installations are not fitted with locks or a Bottom Foot.
• Not self-supporting — requires structural wall or soffit for bracket mounting.
• Requires a 240V power supply for motorised operation (power supply source is not included in ATDC scope).
• Angled mullions require adequate headroom — confirm with ATDC before specifying.

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Compatibility

Why Trust ATDC for Your Aluminium Security Roller Grille?

Properly Licensed — Master Security Licence No. 408031732

The Australian Trellis Door Co holds Master Security Licence No. 408031732. This is your assurance that all installation work is compliant with Australian industry standards — you are dealing with a licensed, accountable security company.

ATDC also holds a QBCC licence (Queensland Building and Construction Commission) 15029633.

All installation technicians are fully insured and hold industry required White Cards.

Assembled in Australia

Every Aluminium Security Roller Grille is assembled in Australia to ATDC specifications. Each unit is custom measured and cut to size by ATDC tradespeople.

Where the Aluminium Security Roller Grille Is Installed Across Australia

Aluminium Security Roller Grilles by The Australian Trellis Door Co are installed in commercial premises across Australia including but not limited to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Newcastle, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Cairns, Devonport, and more.

Trusted by Major Australian Retailers

Trusted by Major Australian Retailers

Counter Roller Grille

• Kelso Park North Clubhouse NSW — Manual Counter Shutters
• Wests Tennis Centre in Leumeah Sydney — Manual Counter Shutters
• HMAS Cresswell Canteen — Royal Australian Naval College

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• TSG Roller Grilles with Mesh Infill — Box Hill Central Shopping Centre, Melbourne
• True Thai Massage Slimline Grille — McKillop Street, Melbourne CBD
• Mt Hotham Alpine Resort — 5 hour drive from Melbourne
• First Choice Liquor — Casey Central Shopping Centre, Melbourne
• Hybrid Grille and Solid Roller Door — Westfield Miranda, near Sydney
• KFC — Grovedale, Geelong, Victoria

12-Month Warranty

ATDC offers a full 12-month warranty on all motors and aluminium slats used in the construction of the Aluminium Security Roller Grille, provided they are maintained in accordance with ATDC care guidelines. See the warranty page for full terms.

Who Should NOT Buy This Product

The Aluminium Security Roller Grille is the right product where ventilation and through-visibility are the priority. If you need a full weather seal against rain, dust, or vermin, this product is not suitable — consider the RS7 ClearVision (polycarbonate, full barrier) with pelmet box option or a solid roller shutter instead. If your primary concern is cost and neither ventilation nor visibility is required, a solid shutter may be a more economical choice. ATDC can help you select the right product — call 1800 657 435.

Delivery and Installation Timeframes

Warranty and Returns

Related Products and Resources

• clear polycarbonate roller shutter for shopfronts
• slotted aluminium roller shutters
• high strength aluminium roller security grille
• aluminium folding closures for shopfronts
• commercial roller grille for a bar

Seasonal and Timely Context

There is an elevated demand before both the Easter and Christmas holidays. It is always recommended that customers try to place their orders 4 weeks in advance of these dates to ensure your new Aluminium Security Roller Grille is installed and operational before your peak trade period.

Common Questions About the Aluminium Security Roller Grille

1. How much does an aluminium security roller grille cost?

Aluminium Security Grilles have an average pricing for a basic shopfront shutter of approximately $3,000 to $5,000 (plus GST) but the price can vary depending on width, height, operation type, and finish. Motorised systems are priced higher than manual systems. There are also many additional optional extras for motorised roller shutters. Request a free no-obligation quote from ATDC at trellisdoors.com.au/contact or call 1800 657 435.

2. What is the difference between a security roller grille and a clear roller shutter?

The main difference is the curtain material and weather protection. The Aluminium Security Roller Grille uses interlocking aluminium links achieving approximately 65% open area — it provides maximum ventilation and visibility but does not seal against rain, dust, or vermin. The RS7 ClearVision uses solid clear polycarbonate slats — it is a full weather barrier when the pelmet box option is utilised while still allowing through-visibility. Choose the grille for maximum airflow; choose the ClearVision where a weather seal is also needed.

3. What is the maximum size for an aluminium security roller grille?

The Aluminium Security Roller Grille can span up to 5,500mm (5.5 metres) wide in a single motorised section. For manual operation, the maximum is 3,400mm (3.4 metres) wide, limited to 10m². Unlimited spans are achievable using fixed or removable mullions.

4. Does the roller grille require a bottom track?

No. The Aluminium Security Roller Grille does not require a bottom track, keeping the entrance or counter area completely unimpeded. The bottom rail seats on the floor without a recessed track.

5. Can the roller grille be motorised?

Yes. The Aluminium Security Roller Grille is available with 240V electric motorised operation using a Centris side-mounted motor. Activation is via standard key switch, with options for push button controller, remote control, emergency egress button, or battery backup (UPS). Centris motors include a safety brake and de-clutching cable for manual operation during power outages.

6. Does a motorised roller grille have a lock?

No. Motorised installations of the Aluminium Security Roller Grille are not fitted with locks or a Bottom Foot. If keyed locking is required, manual operation is needed, or discuss your options with ATDC.

7. What warranty does the roller grille come with?

ATDC offers a full 12-month warranty on all motors and aluminium slats, provided they are maintained in accordance with ATDC care guidelines. See the warranty page at trellisdoors.com.au for full terms.

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Product Summary — Aluminium Security Roller Grille (Counter Shutter)

In summary, the Aluminium Security Roller Grille by The Australian Trellis Door Co is best suited to commercial premises where security, ventilation, and through-visibility are all required — including shopfront tenancies, food service counters, bar tops, shopping arcades, retail stores, clubs, and reception areas.

The curtain is constructed from alternating interlocking extruded aluminium links (86mm high x 20–50mm wide) and aluminium joiner slats, extruded from grade 6063-T5 aluminium alloy, achieving approximately 65% open area for maximum airflow and clear sight lines. It spans up to 5,500mm (5.5 metres) wide in a single motorised section, or up to 3,400mm (3.4 metres) manually (limited to 10m²), with unlimited spans achievable via mullions.

Available in manual or motorised operation, clear anodised or powder coated finish to Dulux Duralloy Powder Coat colours. Optional extras include motorised operation with Centris motor, remote control, emergency egress button, battery backup, and powder coating.

Note: the open curtain construction does not provide a weather or vermin seal — for a full physical barrier with through-visibility, consider the RS7 ClearVision with pelmet box option. Backed by a 12-month warranty on motors and aluminium slats. Assembled in Australia by The Australian Trellis Door Co (ATDC) — Master Security Licence 408031732 — and installed across all Australian states and territories including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Darwin, and Hobart.

Last reviewed: May 2026 by ATDC Technical Team and Jonathan Kaplan, Director