Commercial garage doors are not all the same. Look more closely and you will find that they each have their functions beyond opening and closing. Their make and method of operation serve different purposes, and with different degrees of strength and safety.
Sectional and Rolling doors are the most common types of commercial and industrial doors. Though they have similarities, they serve facilities in different ways. They may be made of different materials, function differently, be more or less strong, and differ in cost.
Rolling Doors
Rolling doors, often made of steel, are the type that roll up and coil at the top of the doorway. They can be installed on the interior or exterior of a building. These are often seen at industrial and commercial locations—warehouses, mills, factories, etc.—and are strong enough to provide decent security at these facilities. They may also be called rolling shutters, and overhead, coiling, and service doors.
These doors are often used at loading docks, warehouses, and other locations where security matters, but coming and going with large items and machinery is a daily event. There are different types, and you may see them at businesses, schools, and more where fire regulations need to be met. Sometimes vendors use them at the retail location’s front or service window.
These doors are made of connected, thin, horizontal metal slats that allow the door to be rolled up with the help of guides. These doors, particularly when they are heavy duty, are built to last. They’re well-suited to facilities that need security and long-term defense from wear and tear. They generally do not cost much to maintain.
Sectional Doors
Sectional doors are also a common choice for industrial facilities, as well as loading and unloading sites. These doors go upward on the inside of the building, connected to the ceiling—as opposed to the rolling door, which is mounted to the wall above the door’s frame. Thus, these doors don’t coil, they remain horizontal and slide straight upward along the wall with the help of a motorized component, if desired.
These doors can also be well-insulated, making them particularly useful for facilities in which there are items that require temperature control. They are made to last through regular use and be a reliable option for many commercial facilities. They can be made of steel or aluminum.
The materials for these doors are typically lighter in gauge than rolling doors, but still offer security. The panels are larger because they do not have to roll. Because of these things, they do not cost as much, but using them may also result in a little more maintenance over time.
At Abstract Overhead Door and Fence, we handle commercial doors for a variety of clients. If your facility needs secure doors, we can advise you on what the best options are for your needs. Call us today and ask us about rolling doors, sectional doors, or any other form of door or fence, about which you need information.
