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When you have a business with a loading dock, warehouse, or garage, industrial or commercial garage doors are a must. If you are looking for an industrial garage door, there are some specific things you should check for. The following is some information about industrial garage doors and how they are different from your garage door at home:
What Is the Main Difference Between Commercial and Residential Garage Doors?
In theory, an industrial and residential garage door are designed to do the same job, which is to secure and protect the items inside your space from unwanted entry. However, industrial garage doors are different. First, they have very narrow slats, unlike a residential garage door. The small slats allow the industrial door to roll up into a coil that sits on top of the opening of the door. This takes up much less space than a residential garage door. In addition, residential garage doors can be made of a variety of materials, such as steel or wood. Industrial garage doors are typically fabricated from stainless steel or aluminum.
Industrial garage doors also do not typically require the amount of maintenance a residential garage door requires. A residential door has coils and springs that are exposed, and which you have to have maintained regularly. An industrial garage door's main components are inside the door itself and are not as exposed to the elements.
What Are Your Options for Industrial Garage Doors?
There are industrial garage doors meant to meet specific needs. There are some models designed to reduce sound infiltration. If you are in a high-traffic area, you need a high-performance door that will last for many cycles. Some models can open and close thousands of times before they need any maintenance. There are also energy-efficient models that prevents air leakage from your space, which is important if your doors are exposed to the outdoors. There are also industrial doors that provide an added level of fireproofing. Additionally, there are industrial doors meant to protect from heavy winds and other major weather events.
When you choose your industrial garage door, be sure to consider all your needs rather than what may seem like the best deal. If you have questions, contact an industrial garage door contractor in your area to find out which type of door is best for your business. You do not want to choose the wrong door and need to replace it right away.
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