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Frequently Asked Questions

Dynamic has been making the world's finest closures and grilles for quite some time, and over the course of the years we have come to anticipate what our customers are looking for - before they even think to ask! In this section of the web site, we have compiled a list of the most Frequently Asked Questions. If by chance we have missed something, or if you would like a certain point more fully explained, simply use our handy Contact Us form to drop us note.
Q. There is terms such as mini shutters, counter shutters, coiling shutters, mini roll up shutters, hurricane shutters are all these correct to describe your product?
A. Yes with one exception. Mini Roll-Up shutters are not hurricane shutters and should not be used in areas where that code is required.
Q. What is the maximum width for a rolling grille or closure?
A. Depending on the model, it could go as wide as 10 feet 6 inches.
Q. What is the maximum height?
A. Again, depending upon the model shutters can go as high as 14 feet.
Q. Are the large curtains motor operated?
A. Almost always. Motor operation provides easy and convenient control no matter what the size is. There are cost factors up front but these motors have the added benefit of being very quiet because they are in the axle in the coil box not hanging on the outside. The motor being in the coil box allows installations in tight spaces.
Q. Do you use motors on smaller openings?
A. Yes, especially Mini Roll-Up models because the motor is inside the axle in the coil box making for a very clean look and simple installation.
Q. Is there any other method of operating a Mini Roll-Ups besides manual push up or electric motor?
A. Yes, another choice is an awning crank with a removable rod. The hook protrudes a few inches from the coil box. The cranks are slow and somewhat tedious to use on full height shutter. Shutters also have a pull strap method of operation. This is used for smaller openings and is the least expensive. The straps are also the least reliable over time.
Q. What is the headroom requirement?
A. Headroom can vary from 6 to 12 inches depending on the height of the shutter. Mini Roll-Ups can fit into a space standard rolling can not.
Q. Do rolling Mini Roll-Ups require side room?
A. Yes. If the grille is mounted face of wall to give maximum clear opening you will need room for the width of the side rails or guides (see details). If the track is mounted between jambs, the clear opening is going to be smaller because the side rails/guides are within the opening.
Q. Can the grilles be master keyed to the building keying system?
A. At this time, No. We are looking to have a bottom bar/base slat that can handle a Best type cylinder sometime in 2008.