Manufactured in Canada
Aluminum Polycarbonate Door
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Automotive Aluminum Polycarbonate Doors
Aluminum polycarbonate doors are the affordable long-term solution for high-cycle use in car dealerships, automotive service centres and select industrial applications. Polycarbonate panels provide superior aesthetic appeal and are up to ten times more impact-resistant than plastic.
✓ Lightweight: Polycarbonate panels put less stress on the door’s moving parts (approximately 66% of the weight of glass panels).
✓ Ideal for high-speed operators: Lightweight construction makes polycarbonate panels ideal to pair with high-speed operators for superior efficiency.
✓ Soft, diffused light: Translucent panels let in diffused light and retain a R-value of 2.38.
✓ Complete wash-down application: Panels are ideal for wash-down applications, are easy to clean and can also be used in food facility and processing plants.
✓ Aesthetic design: Highly customizable door panels complement any building design.
✓ Extended lifespan: Select upgrades are available for corrosion-resistant polycarbonate door panels to further extend the lifespan of the door.
Information
Maximum Visibility and Modern Design
Engineered for businesses that value natural light and a sleek, contemporary look. Its full-view sections with Thermoclear® polycarbonate panels allow maximum daylight penetration, creating bright and inviting interiors. Built from 6063-T5 aluminum alloy, this door combines lightweight construction with exceptional strength, ensuring durability without compromising aesthetics.
Aluminum Polycarbonate Door vs Aluminum Door with Glass Panels
The aluminum polycarbonate door is engineered to be impact-resistant yet lightweight by design. Its polycarbonate material weighs in at approximately 66% of the weight of glass panels, reducing stress on common moving parts including the operator. Translucent polycarbonate panels also let in diffused natural light to create a more modern environment without sacrificing on functionality or strength and are ideal for wash-down applications.
Enhanced Design Options
Unlike the SA6500, the SA7500 offers a wide range of glazing choices, including glass, acrylic, Lexan®, and Thermoclear® polycarbonate, allowing you to tailor the door to your aesthetic and functional needs.
Available in finishes like Clear Anodized, Acrynar White, and Duranar Black, this door can complement any building design.
Glass
Triple Wall ThermoClear Polycarbonate
Arcylic
Lexan
Pair with a High-Speed Springless Safedrive Operator
The aluminum polycarbonate door is often paired with the high-speed springless Safedrive operator for environments demanding high-cycle activity.
The springless Safedrive operator turns any standard overhead door into an energy-efficient door with has incredibly fast opening speeds of up to 100″/second. Increase operational efficiency, throughput and worker productivity and eliminate costly spring repairs or replacements with Safedrive’s springless design.
Energy Efficiency and Weather Protection
With the Hydr-O-Guard system and Arctic-grade vinyl weatherstripping, these aluminum polycarbonate doors offer superior protection against harsh Canadian weather. This means reduced energy loss and improved comfort inside your facility, even during extreme conditions.
Built for Heavy-Duty Performance
Graduated galvanized steel hinges, heavy-duty rollers, and optional strutting for wider doors ensure these aluminum polycarbonate doors can handle the toughest conditions. Whether operated manually or with an electric system, this door delivers consistent, reliable performance for years to come.
Why Choose Aluminum Polycarbonate Doors?
Both the SA6500 and SA7500 aluminum polycarbonate doors are designed with Canadian weather in mind, offering superior insulation, durability and style. Whether you prioritize maximum visibility or premium customization, these aluminum doors provide the perfect solution for your commercial space
Activation Method
The most important aspect of any door project is deciding on your activation method to:
✓ Prevent the door from being hit
✓ Prevent the door from hitting people
✓ Extend the life of the door
✓ Improve productivity
✓ Decrease downtime and maintenance
✓ Save energy
✓ Prevent the door from being hit
✓ Prevent the door from hitting people
✓ Extend the life of the door
✓ Improve productivity
✓ Decrease downtime and maintenance
✓ Save energy
Choose Your Activation Method
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Customers That Love This Product
Polycarbonate Doors – Lactalis Canada
The old steel sectional doors had become waterlogged from multiple wash downs. We replaced them with polycarbonate doors.
NEBO Ultrawash – Overhead Car Wash Doors
Our New Construction and Design supplied and installed 8 new MR-10 Lexan glazed wash-down aluminum doors for this new car wash and auto detailing location in Hamilton.
Big Boss Furniture – Aluminum Polycarbonate Door
The Albion Tire & Auto Centre at Big Boss Furniture need to replace their old rotting wood doors with new aluminum polycarbonate doors.
Models
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SA6500 Aluminum Polycarbonate Overhead DoorBest for maximum visibility and light transmission with Thermoclear® polycarbonate; ideal for showrooms or spaces needing natural light. |
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SA7500 Aluminum Overhead DoorMore premium, with broader glazing options and stronger end stiles; better suited for heavy-duty or high-end architectural applications. |
Model Comparison Chart
| SA6500 | SA7500 | |
| Sizes | Width up to 30', height up to 28' | Width up to 24', height up to 28' |
| Frame Material | 6063-T5 aluminum alloy | Premium corrosion-resistant aluminum |
| Section Type | Full-view sections with Thermoclear® polycarbonate | Full-view sections with Thermoclear® polycarbonate, vision lite (sealed glass), Lexan polycarbonate or arcylic. |
| Thickness | 1.8–2.5 mm (3.2 mm at fastener points) | 1.8 mm (3 mm at fastener points) |
| R Value mount | ||
| Door Widths - 2" Tracks | ||
| Door Widths - 3" Tracks | 7'-24' | 7'-24'22" |
| Standard Heights - 2" Tracks | ||
| Standard Heights - 3" Tracks | ||
| Standard Heights - 3" Tracks | ||
| Operation | ||
| Colours | Clear anodized, Acrynar White, custom powder coat | Clear anodized, Acrynar White, Duranar Black, custom finishes |
Customizations
- Colours: Clear anodized, Acrynar White, Duranar Black (SA7500 ONLY), custom finishes.
- Vision Panels (SA7500 ONLY): Glass (single or thermo), Acrylic, Lexan®, Thermoclear® polycarbonate.
- Track Hardware: 50mm (2") or 75mm (3") track.
- Lift Type: Standard lift, high lift, vertical lift, low headroom front mount, low headroom rear mount, low headroom vertical lift.
- Bumper Springs
- Operation: Manual, chain hoist, electric or high-speed springless safedrive overhead door operator..
- Activation: Pull cord, floor loops, Push button operator, touchless wave sensor or automatic motion sensor.
Warranty
• 1 year limited.