Roll up door motors are designed to open and close rolling steel doors, which are also known as garage roller shutters. They do not run on a horizontal track system like sectional overhead doors, which makes them ideal for both commercial and residential garages because they free up more overhead space.

Several types of door motors are available for use with standard and custom roll up doors. These include gear-head and splashproof models with a maximum 20-cycle-per-day rating, as well as concealed tubular operators that fit into spaces with tight dimensions.

These motors operate the horizontal steel slats in the roll up doors by rotating shafts that wrap around grooved cable drums. They come in a variety of designs, including fixed and adjustable mounting brackets for ease of installation and a wide range of speeds to suit your opening needs.

Gear-head models feature heavy-duty lubricated gears, a solenoid-actuated brake and overload protection for safe and reliable operation. Splashproof versions can be installed in wet environments and have self-charging battery backup systems to keep your door open even if the power goes out.

Manual operators are a good option for most roll up doors that don’t have access to electricity or are cycled only a few times per day. They are a cost-effective choice and offer smooth and easy operation. They can be used in tight spaces where a motor won’t fit or for doors that won’t need to be opened or closed frequently, such as grilles and shutters.

Some roll up door motors feature motion sensors that will stop the opener’s movement if a person or object crosses its path, preventing any injuries. This is a great safety feature for any garage or entrance to a business.

Other types of roll up door motors are designed to be installed on rolling counter shutters in pharmacy and lunchrooms to bridge gaps over wide openings that traditional manual operators can’t fit. They are also a popular choice for industrial buildings that have large overhead doors where staff must be able to reach the top of the door to close it safely.

Unlike sectional garage doors, roll up doors don’t require a horizontal track to operate, which makes them ideal for both commercial and industrial applications. They have a simple, single-panel construction that gives them an industrial look and helps ensure their longevity and durability.

They can be manually opened with a push-up or chain operator, or they can be controlled with an electric opener. These options make it easier for users to open and close the door and save staff time.

A key advantage of an electric operator is that it can eliminate the need to manually close a sectional door, which can damage the door or cause problems with the cables. This will reduce downtime and injury expenses to your employees.

Another benefit of an electric operator is that it can be used to control your other security systems, such as your CCTV cameras and alarms. These options will allow you to turn on and off cameras from anywhere in the building without having to leave your workstation or enter a special room, saving you both time and money.