DABSCO’s 007 Security Door is a 7mm aluminium security door built and installed in Darwin, available in hinged and sliding configurations. Every door is made to measure at our Winnellie factory and complies with AS 5039, the Australian Standard for security screen doors and window grilles. If you need a security door that handles Darwin’s humidity, cyclone-season break-in risk, and year-round insect pressure without blocking the airflow your home depends on, this is a well-proven product that has been fitted across Darwin, Palmerston, and surrounding areas for decades.

Call DABSCO on (08) 8947 8111 or request a free measure and quote to get started.

Darwin homes face a specific combination of threats that security doors elsewhere in Australia don’t have to deal with at the same time. You’ve got break-in risk during cyclone evacuations when properties are left empty for days. You’ve got insects, including mosquitoes and midges, that make unscreened openings unusable for most of the year. And you need airflow. A solid timber or steel panel door solves the security problem but kills cross-ventilation, which matters a great deal in a house without air conditioning running full-time.

The 007 door uses a woven aluminium insect mesh as standard, which keeps insects out while allowing air to move through. The 7mm aluminium frame is substantially heavier than a standard flyscreen door frame, and the door is fitted with three tamper-resistant hinges as standard. A quality security lockset is included, and a self-closing device is fitted so the door returns to the closed position without the homeowner having to think about it.

These features are tested and specified under AS 5039, which covers the construction, hardware, and performance requirements for security screen doors in Australia. Installation must comply with AS 5040. DABSCO carries out both supply and installation from our Winnellie factory.

The 007 Security Door is available in both hinged and sliding formats to suit the door openings found across Darwin’s housing stock. Older Darwin homes often have wide sliding door openings onto verandahs and outdoor entertaining areas. The sliding 007 door suits these openings and allows the internal door behind it to be left fully open without sacrificing security or insect exclusion.

Hinged configurations are fitted to standard entry doors, side access doors, and laundry entries. Three tamper-resistant hinges are standard across all hinged doors. This is a specific requirement under AS 5039 because standard hinges can be defeated by lifting the door off the frame without the lock being engaged.

If you’re unsure which configuration suits your opening, DABSCO measures on-site before fabricating. Every door is made to the actual dimensions of your specific opening, not cut down from a stock size.

Several optional extras are available with the 007 door, and a few of them see consistent take-up in Darwin specifically.

The triple point lock is the upgrade DABSCO most consistently recommends. A standard single-point lockset holds the door at one location. A triple point lock engages the frame at three separate points simultaneously, which substantially increases resistance to forced entry at the door edge. This is a common upgrade in Darwin given the break-in risk during cyclone evacuations.

Pet doors are available for households with dogs and cats that need access to outdoor areas. The mesh insert is replaceable if damaged.

Lock guards add a protective plate over the lock barrel to prevent cylinder attacks. These are worth considering on doors that face a street or car park.

Heavy-duty pet mesh replaces the standard aluminium insect mesh and is a practical choice where large dogs press against the door regularly.

Privacy mesh is an option for doors facing neighbours or public areas. It reduces visibility through the door from outside while maintaining airflow.

Water closers (hydraulic closer systems) are available as an alternative to the standard self-closer, where a softer close action is preferred.

The 007 door is available across a standard range of powder coat colours as well as special order finishes to match existing aluminium window and door frames. Powder coat protects the aluminium frame from the UV exposure and salt air conditions that Darwin’s coastal and near-coastal suburbs experience year-round. The coating also resists the humidity-driven surface degradation that affects unpainted or anodised finishes in tropical climates.

Darwin is classified under Wind Region C under AS/NZS 1170.2, which sets the structural wind load requirements for buildings in the NT. Doors and frames installed in Wind Region C must be specified and fixed to handle the wind pressure that cyclonic conditions generate. DABSCO fabricates and installs to these requirements.

Because every door is made to measure at the Winnellie factory, custom-width openings, odd-height frames, and non-standard configurations are handled without the lead times associated with ordering interstate.

Understanding where the 007 door sits relative to other security door products helps with the buying decision. The table below summarises the key differences across the security door options DABSCO supplies.

For homeowners who want a higher-grade stainless steel mesh product, DABSCO is a licensed Crimsafe installer and stocks Crimsafe across Darwin. The 007 door is a well-specified aluminium product that performs reliably at a more accessible price point.

AS 5039 is the Australian Standard that specifies construction and performance requirements for security screen doors and window grilles. It sets out the tests a product must pass before it can be described as a security door, including knife shear tests, dynamic impact tests, jemmy resistance, and lock and hinge performance requirements.

The NT Government’s building advisory services require that security screens and doors installed on NT residential and commercial buildings comply with relevant Australian Standards, as detailed through the NT Government Building Advisory Services. Specifying a product that is not AS 5039 compliant may affect insurance claims following a break-in, and some home and contents insurers explicitly require compliant security products on doors and windows.

DABSCO’s 007 door is manufactured in accordance with AS 5039. Installation is carried out under AS 5040. If you need documentation of compliance for a building inspector or insurer, DABSCO can provide this.

What does a 007 Security Door cost in Darwin?
Pricing depends on configuration, size, colour, and optional extras selected. Call DABSCO on (08) 8947 8111 or request a free measure and quote online for an accurate price.

Are 007 Security Doors cyclone-rated?
Yes. DABSCO fabricates and installs to Wind Region C requirements under AS/NZS 1170.2. Darwin falls within Wind Region C, and all doors are fixed accordingly.

What is the difference between a 007 door and a Crimsafe door?
The 007 door uses an aluminium mesh frame to AS 5039 standard. Crimsafe uses a 316 marine-grade stainless steel mesh in a Screw-Clamp frame and is tested to a higher impact and knife shear performance level. Both are available from DABSCO.

Can I get a pet door fitted in a 007 Security Door?
Yes. Pet door inserts are available as an optional extra at the time of order. Replacement mesh inserts are also available if the pet door panel is damaged over time.

How long does a 007 Security Door last in Darwin’s climate?
Powder-coated aluminium frames resist the humidity, UV, and salt air conditions in Darwin’s tropical coastal environment. With normal cleaning and no physical damage to the mesh, a well-maintained door should last 15 years or more.

Do you supply and install, or supply only?
DABSCO supplies and installs. Doors are made to measure at our Winnellie factory and installed by our own team across Darwin, Palmerston, Humpty Doo, and surrounding areas.

Can security screens be fitted to the same opening as a 007 Security Door?
A security door and a Crimsafe security screen can be fitted to the same opening in some configurations. Speak to DABSCO about your specific situation.