How To Choose The Type Of Your Automatic Garage Door
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We offer you different options for automatic garage doors in Sydney depending on the space available.
Automatic garage doors Sydney
In a world in which automation is increasingly important, Garage Door Repairs Brisbane is increasingly in demand for vehicle access to residences. Currently there are a large number of automatic door options depending on the type of garage you have.
Sliding garage doors
From side to side these types of doors run flush with the ground through a rail. They are installed in the open air to cover wide spaces since when going on the surface their structure supports more weight than other models of doors, which does not entail a great mechanical effort except in the lower wheels. In Sydney they are used above all for residential, community or industrial use.
Tilt or lift garage doors
This type of doors tilts upwards, making a vertical path through some lateral guides located on both sides of the door. Normally, this type of door folds ⅓ from the height of the door, although there is also a single-leaf model installed in residential houses with reduced dimensions since they do not allow a high weight.
Thanks to a system of counterweights, the door rises when the motor is started. Therefore, the counterweight cables are the most vulnerable parts. Although it is difficult for the door to fall due to the breakage of these cables, it can give us a little scare. To avoid this, it is necessary to install a parachute system or anti-fall sheave.
Folding or swing garage doors
Like conventional doors, this type of door rotates on the vertical of the leaf. They can be installed on outdoor surfaces and are suitable for intensive or residential use. With simple mechanics, they are easier to maintain and cheaper than other types of doors thanks to the type of automation they carry.
They are one of the safest automatic door models as they are not manufactured with 380 v motors. and take enough slack to avoid entrapment in the hinges . Therefore, it is recommended to install anti-pinch rubbers, safety photocells and anti-crushing bands.
Sectional garage doors
With an opening system similar to that used by overhead doors, this type of door does not fold and remains parallel to the ceiling, guided through the guides, so it is necessary for the garage to have a certain height.
It comes in a wide range of colors and imitations of wood. They are easy to maintain and very economical doors. They also stand out for their durability since the panels that compose them remain unchanged for a long time without the need for paint touch-ups. For all these reasons they are one of the most used alternatives.
Garage doors with roller shutters
These types of systems roll the door onto a higher structure, as is the case with the closure of many shops, an alternative that saves space. In general, the closures are made of aluminum, which gives them elegance and lightness, something that increases their price.
We install all kinds of automatic Gates Sydney. We also offer maintenance and repair services. With MDI you will have the best assistance so you don't have to worry about anything and at the cheapest price.
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