AL8 Commercial

Transform your security profile with the robust, visible, and effortlessly operational AL8 shutters. Tailor your protection to meet any threat level, blending strength with subtlety.

Visible Versatility, Durable Protection

AL8 Commercial Rolling Shutters provide superior, optimized protection for your business. Resilient against heavy impact and smash-and-grab attacks, their strength is unmatched. With industry’s smallest housing, and slender slat design, the AL8 blends seamlessly into commercial architecture. Combining durability, visibility, and versatility, AL8 shutters are the optimal choice for form and function.

Security Levels Tailored For Your Application

Level 1: Standard

(85%)

Solid and punched AL8 system cover the majority of security needs. 

Engineered for optimal strength and performance, our patented slat and rail designs deliver the strongest system available and reliable protection for your business. With our standard AL8 shutter, you can choose between our superior-strength solid or perforated aluminum slats, allowing visibility without compromising security. We’ve built our slat hinge receivers and hooks to withstand debris and varying environmental conditions, ensuring durable protection for your property whether installed inside or out.

Level 2: Heavy Duty

(10%)

Our Security Level 2 offers the same benefits as our Standard level with added resilience.

This includes thicker, heavy-duty slats strategically placed in the most likely attack zones. Rails and structural attachments are reinforced with additional materials, further increasing resilience to multi-attacker, organized crime events. Optimal system for highest crime areas.

Auto-locking base slats supplement motorized units.

AL8-Level-2-Shutters
Auto-locking security shutter slat close-up

Level 3: Specialty / Custom

(5%)

Similar to the AL8 Level 2 System, the Level 3 System is further enhanced with heavy duty base slat for large spans. This tailored option is for the most difficult-to-secure large doorway openings.

AL8-Level-3-Shutters
Close-up shot of Heavy-Duty security shutters for a storefront

Features

Benefits

Precision-engineered system designed for maximum strength
Provides unmatched forced entry protection with integrated components that create the strongest system on the market
Smallest box housing on the market
Simplified below-ceiling install reduces costs and complexity and maximizes aesthetic appeal
Three (3) security levels to choose from
Allows you to tailor the level of protection to what best fits your needs
Optimized slat hinge receivers and hooks
Provide enhanced resistance to heavy impact and rapid smash attacks, ensuring long-term shutter integrity
Patented rail design with optimized dimensions, thickness, and pre-drilled holes
Optimized strength and performance, enhanced aesthetic appeal, and streamlined installation
Patented nesting design and bushing guide system
Provides reliable, smooth, and quiet operation
Innovative hybrid snap cover system
Replaces plug buttons and conceals attachment fasteners for a sleek, unified appearance
Increased maximum spans
Covers openings efficiently with a comprehensive range of manual and motorized configurations
Motorized controls
Add convenience and efficiency, allowing you to operate your shutters with a simple press of a button or flick of a light switch
Optional industry-first code-compliant egress system
Ability to motorize over door openings on storefronts, increasing efficiency significantly
Visually compatible with AL7 installations
Ensures interchangeability on repairs, replacements, remodels, or upgrades (minimizes cost)
Easy-to-use, spring-assisted manual operation
Simplifies the process of operating the shutters, saving you time and ensuring efficient ergonomics for users

Features

Precision-engineered system designed for maximum strength
Smallest box housing on the market
Three (3) security levels to choose from
Optimized slat hinge receivers and hooks
Patented rail design with optimized dimensions, thickness, and pre-drilled holes
Patented nesting design and bushing guide system
Innovative hybrid snap cover system
Increased maximum spans
Motorized controls
Optional industry-first code-compliant egress system
Visually compatible with AL7 installations
Easy-to-use, spring-assisted manual operation

Benefits

Provides unmatched forced entry protection with integrated components that create the strongest system on the market
Simplified below-ceiling install reduces costs and complexity and maximizes aesthetic appeal
Allows you to tailor the level of protection to what best fits your needs
Provide enhanced resistance to heavy impact and rapid smash attacks, ensuring long-term shutter integrity
Optimized strength and performance, enhanced aesthetic appeal, and streamlined installation
Provides reliable, smooth, and quiet operation
Replaces plug buttons and conceals attachment fasteners for a sleek, unified appearance
Covers openings efficiently with a comprehensive range of manual and motorized configurations
Add convenience and efficiency, allowing you to operate your shutters with a simple press of a button or flick of a light switch
Ability to motorize over door openings on storefronts, increasing efficiency significantly
Ensures interchangeability on repairs, replacements, remodels, or upgrades (minimizes cost)
Simplifies the process of operating the shutters, saving you time and ensuring efficient ergonomics for users

Common Use Cases for AL8 Security Shutters

Storefront Security

Countertop Security

Inventory Room Security

Configurations and Customization Options

Streamlined Box Housing Designs

Various housing style choices make it easy to match the aesthetics of your business. Whether your building architecture aligns with the modern appeal of a 45° angle, the traditional charm of a 90° square, or the contemporary sophistication of round styles, QMi tailors to your business’s distinctive look.

90°

45°

Round

Flexible Lock Options for Diverse Needs

Our locking slat options address the diverse security needs of commercial properties, safeguarding all entry points. With patented designs tailored for various shutter uses, installation and upkeep are simplified through our retractable mechanisms. Whether it’s a doubled-sided key, a Thumbturn, an integrated slide lock, a mid-curtain, or our patent-pending auto-lock — we have you covered. We merge style and security for polished, protected spaces.

Base Slat Thumbturn Lock

Slide Lock

Mid-Curtain Lock

Auto-Lock

Advanced Shutter Controls and Customization Options*

Recognizing each business’s unique security needs, we offer a range of control options tailored for utmost convenience. Our manual operators are designed to give you the most effortless and effective control, while our motorized systems ensure reliable, efficient operation. Our standard and override motor options are excellent for businesses that value daily dependability, providing simple and reliable control through a traditional wall key switch. We strive to provide you with straightforward, proven, easy-to-use control solutions that fit your business’s needs.

A man uses a finger pull on a commercial security shutter to manually raise the spring assisted shutter

Spring Assist
(Manual)

Crank Pole
(Manual)

a wall switch installed inside of a commercial building fpr operating security shutters

Wall Switch (Key or Toggle)
(Motor)

a remote is being used to control rolling security shutters

Wireless Remote (HZ)
(Motor)

*Not pictured: Low voltage motor, mobile device, and strapbox (manual) control options (also available)

Industry-First Egress Capability

For those seeking motorization over doors, QMi has developed an industry-first egressible tubular motor option for the AL8 system. Ideal for storefronts, this option allows for effortless daily and emergency operations.

  • Discretely integrated Emergency Release Device (ERD) to operate shutters during power failure or emergency condition
  • Exclusive code-compliant egress when motorizing over doors
  • Space-saving AL8 nesting design and tubular motor ensure a low-profile, below-ceiling installation
Egress Motor

Slat Styles

Solid aluminum and perforated designs provide robust security and aesthetic appeal. Solid configurations provide a powerful visual deterrent, while perforated maximize store views and attract customers.

Solid

Punched

Punch Patterns

P51

P11*

P21*

*P11 and P21 Punch Patterns only available in AL7 models

colors and finishes

We understand the importance of maintaining your business’s brand identity and aesthetic appeal. That’s why we offer a wide selection of finishes that can be tailored to match your building’s aesthetics or company color scheme. Explore our standard color options below or contact us for inquiries about custom colors that will complement your commercial space while ensuring robust security. With QMi, your business’s safety never comes at the cost of style.

white color option

White

ivory color option

Ivory

beige color option

Beige

Bronze color option

Bronze

gray color icon

Gray

clear color icon

Clear Anodized

Black Anodized (New!)

custom color icon

Custom

Best-In-Class Warranty*

QMi provides customers with a best-in-class warranty for parts, motors (if applicable), and finish. We stand behind our products, always.

*Applies to commercial applications only; customers that follow Use + Care Guidelines

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FAQs

What are the AL8 commercial security shutters maximum spans?

The maximum width is 236 in. (19 ft. 8 in.) and the maximum height is 288 in. (24 ft.)

Are your AL8 security shutters fire-rated?

No, the AL8 shutters are not fire-rated.

Does the AL8 have hurricane rating for outdoor commercial use?

AL8 Commercial Shutters are Miami-Dade County approved (NOA) and Florida Building Code (FBC) and FBC High-Velocity Hurricane Zone compliant (FBC HVHZ and non-HVHZ). They have also been certified by the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI).

Can you customize the color of AL8 shutters?

Yes, custom colors are available in powder coat and wet paint; however, there is an additional charge, extended lead time, and limited warranty on the finish. Contact us or your local representative for pricing and lead times on custom colors.

What are the estimated box housing sizes?

Our box housing sizes are 6 in., 6.5 in., 7 in., 8 in., and 10 in.

What is the estimated weight?

The overall weight of the shutter depends entirely on the total square footage of the finished shutter.

When should I select a level 2 or level 3 security option?

AL8 Level 2 and 3 options are intended for the highest security risk locations or where building architecture is unique or particularly vulnerable. Contact QMi customer service or your dealer partner for help in selecting the right product for your needs.

When should I consider the AL8 motorized egress option?

Whenever you have large shutters or ergonomic concerns with staff, motorization is a great alternative. If you have a primary entrance or exit doorway in a commercial space and want to motorize the product, egress is a good fit. Our egress solution is code-compliant across all 50 states and ensures the ability to operate the shutter without power in the event of an emergency.

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