Rolling Doors Key Terms

Learn about rolling doors

By Marjorie Gilbert

Rolling doors are handy in that they can offer security while taking up little space. These doors can be very sturdy and fire or smoke proof.

Rolling doors work well in commercial, industrial and business applications. These doors are versatile, and could work well in many situations. The key words below will help you and your business find the rolling door that will work well for you.

Rolling service doors

Rolling service doors are heavy-duty and are built to be easily operated. They are supposed to last for a long life cycle, and be low maintenance. The rolling service doors have finishes that resist corrosion, and work well in garages, self-storage units and more.
Try: Cookson Door has rolling service doors that are heavy duty and long-lasting.

Insulated rolling doors

Insulated rolling doors are good for areas where cold temperatures are a consideration. These doors have an insulating hood made of neoprene and snap-on weather stripping that runs the along the guides.
Try: ACME Rolling Doors has insulated rolling doors as well as helpful information at their site.

Service fire door

Service fire doors are rolling doors are meet standards set by the National Fire Protection Association. These rolling doors are designed so they close when there's a fire or the fire alarm goes off. The service fire door works well in commercial, retail, industrial and other applications, and can work with masonry and other materials.
Try: Overhead Door has a selection of fire service doors.

Smoke control doors

Smoke control doors are rolling doors that are designed to work in conjunction with service fire doors by creating a smoke barrier from any public space. They have a fire rating of 1-1/2 hours.
Try: West Coast Door has a very informative site, and offers smoke control doors.

Counter doors with seal and trim

Counter doors with seal and trim are rolling door curtains that have guides, hoods, brackets, bottom bars as well as operating mechanisms and other features. It can be entered between door jambs.
Try: All-Rite Doors and Door Systems has an great site that gives a lot of information about its counter doors with seal and trim.

Motor operators

Motor operators are the motors that actuate rolling doors. These are designed to be used with specific doors. For example, 1/3 to 3/4 horsepower motors that are belt or gear driven are designed to work with small and medium rolling doors.
Try: R & S Manufacturing has a selection of motor operators.