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Sectional Doors · Manufacturer since 1999

Finger Safe Sectional Door

EN 12604 Compliant CE · EN 13241 Full technical drawings
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Finger Safe Sectional Door — RAX Door Technology
01 · Overview

Safety First — Protecting Hands and Fingers

Finger safe sectional doors are engineered with specialized panel joints and sealing systems that eliminate pinch points between door sections. Unlike standard sectional doors where fingers can be caught between hinged panels during operation, finger safe doors use a 3-layer sandwich panel design (steel + PU foam + steel) with ship-lap joints that prevent access to the hinge area. This design is mandatory for schools, childcare facilities, public buildings, and any environment where children or the public interact with the door.

RAX manufactures finger safe sectional doors with 40–80 mm thick panels featuring ship-lap joint design that overlaps panel edges to block finger access. Triple safety systems include pressure-sensitive edges (stop door on contact), infrared light curtains (detect objects in door path), and torque monitoring (reverses door on resistance). All doors comply with EN 12604 (mechanical safety requirements) and EN 12978 (safety devices for powered doors).

Finger safe doors are essential for schools, kindergartens, hospitals, shopping centers, sports facilities, and residential garages where children are present. The additional safety features add minimal cost compared to the liability reduction and peace of mind they provide.

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02 · Key Features

Triple Safety Protection System

Ship-Lap Panel Joints

3-layer sandwich panel (steel + PU foam + steel) with ship-lap joint design overlaps panel edges to block finger access to hinge area. Panel thickness 40–80 mm. Eliminates pinch points between sections during door operation.

Pressure-Sensitive Edges

Bottom edge and vertical edges equipped with pressure-sensitive safety strips. Door stops immediately when contact is detected. Prevents injury if person or object is in door path during closing.

Infrared Light Curtains

Infrared beam array across door opening detects objects in door path. Door reverses before contact occurs. Non-contact safety system complements pressure-sensitive edges for comprehensive protection.

Torque Monitoring

Motor monitors door movement resistance. If abnormal resistance is detected (person/object blocking door), door automatically reverses. Prevents crushing injuries and property damage.

EN 12604 Compliance

Mechanical safety requirements for industrial, commercial, and garage doors. Specifies design requirements to prevent injury from moving parts. Finger safe design mandatory for public access doors in EU.

EN 12978 Compliance

Safety devices for powered doors. Specifies requirements for safety edges, light curtains, and control systems. Ensures reliable operation of safety devices throughout door service life.

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03 · Technical Data

Technical Specifications

ProductFinger Safe Sectional Door (also: Safe Edge Sectional Door · Anti-Pinch Sectional Door)
CategorySectional Doors
Panel construction3-layer sandwich (steel + PU foam + steel) with ship-lap joints
Panel thickness40 mm / 50 mm / 80 mm options
Joint designShip-lap overlap blocks finger access to hinge area
Safety edgesPressure-sensitive bottom and vertical edges
Light curtainsInfrared beam array across door opening
Torque monitoringMotor detects abnormal resistance, auto-reverses
Safety standardsEN 12604 (mechanical safety) + EN 12978 (safety devices)
InsulationU-value approximately 0.5 W/(m²·K) (40–50 mm panels)
Wind resistanceUp to 700 N/m² (Class 3 EN 12424)
CertificationCE EN 13241 / EN 12453 (held); ISO 9001:2015; SGS material reports
OrderCustom engineered to your opening size and safety requirements
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04 · Applications

Where Finger Safe Doors Are Essential

Schools & Kindergartens

Children are naturally curious and may place hands near moving doors. Finger safe design eliminates pinch points. Mandatory for educational facilities in many EU countries. Protects against serious hand injuries.

Hospitals & Healthcare

High-traffic public areas with vulnerable populations. Finger safe doors protect patients, visitors, and staff. Pressure-sensitive edges prevent injury to wheelchair users and mobility-impaired persons.

Shopping Centers & Retail

Public access doors require comprehensive safety systems. Light curtains detect shoppers in door path. Torque monitoring prevents crushing injuries. Reduces liability and insurance costs.

Sports Facilities

Gymnasiums and sports halls with frequent door use. Children and athletes may not pay attention to moving doors. Finger safe design provides passive protection without requiring user awareness.

Residential Garages

Families with young children benefit from finger safe design. Children may play near garage doors. Ship-lap joints and safety edges provide peace of mind for homeowners.

Public Buildings

Government buildings, libraries, community centers with public access. Finger safe doors meet accessibility requirements and protect all users regardless of age or ability.

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05 · Finger Safe vs. Standard

Understanding the Safety Differences

FeatureFinger Safe DoorStandard Door
Panel jointsShip-lap overlap blocks finger accessStandard hinge joints (pinch points present)
Safety edgesPressure-sensitive (standard)Optional
Light curtainsInfrared array (standard)Optional
Torque monitoringAuto-reverse on resistance (standard)Basic force limiting only
EN 12604 complianceFull compliance (mandatory for public access)Basic compliance
EN 12978 complianceFull safety device complianceBasic compliance
Cost premium5–15% over standardBaseline price
Best forSchools, hospitals, public buildings, homes with childrenIndustrial facilities, adult-only environments
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06 · Customization

OEM / ODM & Customization

RAX supports full private-label production of the Finger Safe Sectional Door: custom panel thickness (40/50/80 mm), RAL color matching, operator matching, 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 12604:2000

Mechanical safety requirements for industrial, commercial, and garage doors. Specifies design requirements to prevent injury from moving parts. Finger safe panel joints mandatory for public access doors in EU.

EN 12978:2003+A1:2009

Safety devices for powered doors. Specifies requirements for safety edges, light curtains, and control systems. Ensures reliable operation of safety devices throughout door service life.

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.

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 Finger Safe Doors

  • 27-year zero-leak track record — 5,000+ overseas projects delivered since 1999, with no leakage complaints on door bodies
  • Ship-lap joint design — eliminates pinch points between panels, protecting hands and fingers
  • Triple safety system — pressure edges + light curtains + torque monitoring for comprehensive protection
  • Full EN 12604/12978 compliance — mandatory for public access doors in EU
  • Minimal cost premium — 5–15% over standard doors for significant liability reduction
  • Deep customization — every door engineered to your exact size, specification, and application requirements
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What makes a door “finger safe”?

Finger safe doors use ship-lap panel joints that overlap panel edges to block finger access to the hinge area. This eliminates pinch points between door sections during operation. Additional safety features include pressure-sensitive edges, infrared light curtains, and torque monitoring.

Where are finger safe doors required?

Schools, kindergartens, hospitals, shopping centers, sports facilities, and public buildings. Mandatory for public access doors in many EU countries per EN 12604. Recommended for residential garages with children.

What is the cost premium for finger safe doors?

Typically 5–15% over standard sectional doors. The additional cost provides significant liability reduction and peace of mind. For public buildings, the cost is negligible compared to potential injury claims.

Do finger safe doors provide the same insulation?

Yes. Finger safe doors use the same 40–80 mm PU foam insulated panels as standard sectional doors. U-value is approximately 0.5 W/(m²·K). The ship-lap joint design does not compromise thermal performance.

What safety standards apply?

EN 12604 (mechanical safety requirements) and EN 12978 (safety devices for powered doors). Finger safe panel joints mandatory for public access doors. Pressure edges and light curtains required for powered doors.

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 proper safety device installation and testing.

What is the lead time and warranty?

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

10 · Get Started

Get Your Finger Safe Sectional Door Proposal

Send your opening size, application type (school/hospital/public/residential), and safety requirements — we reply with a specification, lead time, and quote.

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