Sectional Doors · Manufacturer since 1999

Roll Up Garage Door

Q: What motor types are available?

Tubular motors (compact, quiet), gear-reduction motors (heavy-duty), belt-drive motors (smooth), and V-belt motors (high-cycle industrial). All motors include emergency manual release for power failure.

Q: How long do roll up doors last?

With proper maintenance, 15–20 years. Cycle rating: 10,000–20,000 cycles for residential; 50,000+ cycles for industrial. Warranty: slats 10 years, motor 5 years.

Q: What maintenance is required?

Low maintenance. Annual lubrication of guide channels and slat interlocks. Inspect bottom seal and replace if worn. Motor housing is sealed and requires no maintenance.

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Roll Up Garage Door — RAX Door Technology

01 · Overview

Compact, Secure, and Efficient

Roll up garage doors (also called roller shutter doors or coil doors) consist of horizontal slats that roll around a drum above the opening. Unlike sectional doors that require ceiling space for tracks and counterbalance systems, roll up doors store compactly in a coil housing, freeing up 100% of ceiling and wall space. This makes them ideal for garages with limited headroom, workshops requiring full space utilization, and security applications where strength is the priority.

RAX manufactures roll up garage doors with galvanized steel slats (20ga–18ga thickness) or double-walled anodized aluminum slats with integrated weather seals. Maximum width reaches 6.8 meters for single-car and double-car openings. Motor options include tubular motors (compact, quiet), gear-reduction motors (heavy-duty), belt-drive motors (smooth operation), and V-belt motors (industrial). Wind resistance up to Class 3 (700 N/m²) with reinforced slat profiles and guide channel seals.

Roll up doors are best suited for security-focused applications (garages, warehouses, storefronts), space-constrained installations, and environments where insulation is less critical than durability and theft resistance. They are not recommended for climate-controlled garages where maximum thermal performance is required (sectional doors outperform in insulation).

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02 · Key Features

Engineered for Security and Space Efficiency

Compact Coil Storage

Door rolls into a compact housing above the opening, requiring minimal headroom (300–450 mm). Frees up 100% of ceiling and wall space for storage racks, vehicle lifts, or high-roof vehicles. Ideal for garages where sectional door tracks would obstruct usable space.

Slat Material Options

Galvanized steel (20ga–18ga thickness) for maximum security and durability. Double-walled anodized aluminum for lightweight corrosion resistance. Foam-filled slats available for improved thermal and acoustic insulation. Ventilated slat options for airflow.

Motor Systems

Tubular motors (compact, quiet, ideal for residential). Gear-reduction motors (heavy-duty, industrial). Belt-drive motors (smooth, low-vibration). V-belt motors (high-cycle industrial). All motors include emergency manual release for power failure.

Wind Resistance

Reinforced slat profiles with interlocking design. Guide channel seals prevent wind-driven rain ingress. Rated up to Class 3 (700 N/m², approximately 120 km/h) per EN 12424. Suitable for coastal and exposed locations.

Security Features

Interlocking slats resist forced entry. Bottom seal with anti-lift device prevents撬门. Optional electric locking and alarm integration. Steel slats provide superior theft resistance compared to sectional door panels.

Low Maintenance

Fewer moving parts than sectional doors — no hinges, tracks, or counterbalance springs to maintain. Periodic lubrication of guide channels and slat interlocks. Sealed motor housing protects against dust and moisture.

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03 · Technical Data

Technical Specifications

Product	Roll Up Garage Door (also: Roller Shutter Garage Door · Coil Door · Rolling Steel Door)
Category	Sectional Doors
Slat material	Galvanized steel 20ga–18ga (0.9–1.2 mm) / Double-walled anodized aluminum
Slat types	Single-skin / Foam-filled double-wall / Full-vision / Ventilated
Maximum width	6,800 mm (20ga slats); 5,500 mm (18ga slats)
Maximum height	6,500 mm
Coil housing	300–450 mm headroom required (varies by door height)
Wind resistance	Up to 700 N/m² (Class 3 EN 12424)
Motor options	Tubular / Gear-reduction / Belt-drive / V-belt
Motor voltage	220–240 V single-phase / 380 V three-phase
Operating speed	0.1–0.3 m/s (varies by motor type)
Cycle rating	10,000–20,000 cycles (residential); 50,000+ cycles (industrial)
Security features	Interlocking slats, anti-lift device, optional electric locking
Insulation (foam-filled)	R-value approximately R-6 to R-10
Certification	CE EN 13241 / EN 12453 (held); ISO 9001:2015; SGS material reports
Order	Custom engineered to your opening size and security requirements

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04 · Applications

Where Roll Up Doors Excel

Security-Focused Garages

Steel slats with interlocking design provide superior theft resistance. Anti-lift devices prevent forced entry. Ideal for urban garages, high-crime areas, and facilities storing valuable equipment. Electric locking and alarm integration available.

Space-Constrained Installations

Compact coil housing requires only 300–450 mm headroom. Frees up 100% of ceiling and wall space. Perfect for garages with storage racks, vehicle lifts, or high-roof vehicles where sectional door tracks would obstruct usable space.

Workshops & Industrial

Heavy-duty 18ga steel slats withstand frequent use. Industrial motors rated for 50,000+ cycles. Low maintenance design with fewer moving parts than sectional doors. Suitable for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and loading docks.

Storefronts & Commercial

Clean, professional appearance for retail and commercial buildings. Full-vision slat options with polycarbonate inserts allow natural light while maintaining security. Quick opening/closing for high-traffic commercial applications.

Coastal & Corrosive Environments

Anodized aluminum slats resist salt spray and humidity. Stainless steel guide channels and hardware available for severe marine environments. EPDM seals prevent moisture ingress. Suitable for coastal garages and boat storage.

Fire-Rated Openings

Steel roll up doors can be specified with fire-rated slats and intumescent seals for firewall openings. Fire resistance ratings up to EI120 available. Essential for industrial facilities requiring fire compartmentalization.

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05 · Roll Up vs. Sectional

Choosing the Right Garage Door Type

Feature	Roll Up Door	Sectional Door
Space requirement	Minimal (300–450 mm headroom for coil)	Moderate (300–500 mm for tracks + counterbalance)
Insulation	Moderate (R-6 to R-10 foam-filled)	Superior (U-value 0.5 W/m²K, 40–50 mm PU foam)
Sealing	Good (guide channel seals)	Excellent (inter-panel seals + perimeter seals)
Wind resistance	Good (Class 3, 700 N/m²)	Excellent (Class 3–5, up to 1,100+ N/m²)
Security	Excellent (interlocking steel slats)	Good (multi-point locking)
Speed	Fast (0.1–0.3 m/s)	Moderate (0.15–0.2 m/s)
Cycle life	10,000–50,000 cycles	25,000–high-cycle rating
Maintenance	Low (fewer moving parts)	Moderate (tracks, hinges, springs)
Cost	Moderate	Moderate to High
Best for	Security, space-constrained, industrial	Insulation, aesthetics, residential

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06 · Customization

OEM / ODM & Customization

RAX supports full private-label production of the Roll Up Garage Door: custom slat material (steel/aluminum), RAL color matching, motor type selection, packaging printing and installation-manual translation (EN/ES/FR/AR/RU). Start with an OEM sample and scale to container-load branded production. Custom molds and tooling records are archived for up to 5 years — no extra tooling fee on repeat orders, all under strict NDA.

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07 · Compliance

Applicable Standards

EN 13241:2003+A2:2016

Core CE product standard for industrial, commercial, and garage doors. Covers both manual and powered doors. Requires Declaration of Performance (DoP) under CPR 305/2011. Defines performance characteristics including mechanical strength, durability, and safety.

EN 12424:2000

Wind load resistance classification. Defines Classes 0–5 (300 N/m² to >1,100 N/m²). Roll up doors typically achieve Class 2–3 for residential applications; higher classes available with reinforced slat profiles.

EN 12453:2001

Safety requirements for powered doors. Specifies force limiting, safety devices, and control system requirements. Electric roll up doors must comply with the Machinery Directive in addition to EN 12453.

CE Marking

Mandatory for export to EU/UK markets. Indicates compliance with EN 13241 and CPR 305/2011. RAX provides CE technical file and Declaration of Performance with every shipment.

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08 · Why RAX

Why Buyers Choose RAX for Roll Up Doors

27-year zero-leak track record — 5,000+ overseas projects delivered since 1999, with no leakage complaints on door bodies
Space-saving design — compact coil housing frees up 100% of ceiling and wall space
Security-focused construction — interlocking steel slats with anti-lift device resist forced entry
Multiple motor options — tubular, gear-reduction, belt-drive, and V-belt motors for every application
Low maintenance — fewer moving parts than sectional doors, periodic lubrication only
Deep customization — every door engineered to your exact size, specification, and application requirements

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How much headroom does a roll up door need?

Roll up doors require only 300–450 mm of headroom for the coil housing, significantly less than sectional doors (300–500 mm for tracks plus counterbalance space). This makes them ideal for garages with low ceilings or where maximum ceiling space utilization is required.

Are roll up doors secure?

Yes. Steel slats with interlocking design provide superior theft resistance. Anti-lift devices prevent forced entry from outside. Optional electric locking and alarm integration available. Steel slats offer better security than sectional door panels for high-crime areas.

Can roll up doors be insulated?

Foam-filled double-wall slats provide R-value approximately R-6 to R-10. However, roll up doors inherently have more gaps than sectional doors, so overall thermal performance is lower. If maximum insulation is required (climate-controlled garage), consider a sectional door instead.

What motor types are available?

How long do roll up doors last?

With proper maintenance, roll up doors last 15–20 years. Cycle rating: 10,000–20,000 cycles for residential use; 50,000+ cycles for industrial motors. Galvanized steel slats resist corrosion; aluminum slats are naturally rust-proof. Warranty: slats 10 years, motor 5 years.

What maintenance is required?

Low maintenance compared to sectional doors. Periodic lubrication of guide channels and slat interlocks (annually). Inspect bottom seal and replace if worn. Motor housing is sealed and requires no maintenance. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can damage slat coating.

Do you provide installation?

No — RAX is a pure manufacturer. Doors ship with English installation manuals, wiring diagrams, and remote support. We recommend using a qualified local installer who can verify structural capacity and proper mounting of the coil housing.

What is the lead time and warranty?

Standard configurations: 12–20 days. Custom first order: 20–35 days. Repeat orders: 15–20 days. Warranty: slats 10 years, motor 5 years. Warranty replacement parts shipped via DHL/FedEx in 5–7 days.

10 · Get Started

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Send your opening size, preferred slat material (steel/aluminum), and motor type — we reply with a specification, lead time, and quote.

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