Why Roll-Up Doors vs. Swing-Outs?

Roll-Ups...

• Stay secure, which eliminates repairs, losses and downtime.
• Allow vehicles to get closer to the scene.
• Offer a more controlled scene without the obstruction of doors.
• Remain up and out of the way until operations are complete.
• Keep firefighters closer to the vehicle and out of traffic lanes, culverts, ditches and other areas where injuries may occur.
• Allow you to utilize more valuable compartment space.
• Provide ease of access to equipment.

Swing-Outs...

• Come unlatched, which causes lost equipment and torn off doors.
• Are expensive to replace following even minor damage to the door.
• Create difficulties when maneuvering in tight spaces.
• Cause confusion at the scene when firefighters have to work around open doors.
• Cause hazardous blind spots, particularly during nighttime emergencies, where reduced visibility can create dangerous circumstances for emergency personnel.
• Force personnel into harm's way when working near dangerous traffic.
• Take up valuable compartment space.
• Inhibit access to stored equipment.