Bolton Family Overhead Doors provides servicing to commercial businesses as well as residential homes throughout New England. One of the main differences between commercial vs. residential installations is the operator used to open the door. If you can remember from our previous blog, overhead operators are best suited for residential garage doors while jackshaft operators are the preferred choice for commercial use.
ChatGBT provides a concise overview of the benefits of a jackshaft operator which is a type of garage door opener that is mounted on the wall beside the garage door, rather than on the ceiling. I recently completed a commercial job in Quincy MA and thought this would be an opportunity time to provide clarity on this type of operator for those who may be unaware.
8 Reasons why jackshaft operators are the preferred commercial garage door opener.
- Space-saving design: Commercial facilities often have limited overhead space due to the presence of large equipment, lighting fixtures, or storage. Unlike other parts of the country, New England homes and business don’t have as much space to operate thus Jackshaft operators make an ideal choice for conserving space.
- High ceiling clearance: Some commercial garages have high ceilings, and installing a jackshaft operator allows them to utilize this vertical space more effectively. The operator can be positioned at any height along the wall, accommodating unique garage door sizes and clearance requirements.
- Heavy-duty capacity: Commercial garage doors are generally larger and heavier than residential ones, necessitating a robust and powerful opener. Jackshaft operators are available in heavy-duty models capable of handling the increased weight and usage of commercial doors.
- Better maintenance access: By mounting the opener on the wall, maintenance personnel can easily access and service the jackshaft operator without dealing with obstructions from the ceiling or overhead structures.
- Enhanced security: Some jackshaft operators come with additional security features, such as deadbolt locks or manual chain hoists, which can be advantageous in commercial settings where security is a top priority.
- Commercial compatibility: Many jackshaft operators are designed specifically for commercial use and can be integrated with other access control systems, such as keycard readers or security codes, to manage entry and exit efficiently.
- Reduced vibration and noise: Mounting the operator on the wall can lead to reduced vibrations and noise compared to ceiling-mounted openers, which can be important in noise-sensitive environments.
- Easy integration with vertical-lift doors: Some commercial garage doors, like vertical-lift doors, are designed to move vertically along the wall during operation. A jackshaft operator is a natural fit for these types of doors.
It’s important to note that while jackshaft operators offer numerous benefits for commercial applications, the choice of garage door opener ultimately depends on the specific requirements and characteristics of the commercial garage door in question. At Bolton Family Overhead Doors we will take the time to assess and view your door before making the final decision.
We believe in measuring twice and cutting once! I hope this blog has been helpful. As always, please reach out to Bolton OverheadDoors at 857-526-4194 or email our team at sales@boltonohd.com if you have any questions.
Mark Bolton