Quality hangar doors are essential to protecting the interior of a hangar, which is why you should be conscious of what a hangar door is made of before purchasing. Hangar doors vary in style (sliding, bi-fold, hydraulic, etc.) and in composition. Let’s dive into what makes up a hangar door.
What are the Frames of Hangar Doors Made of?
A hangar door frame is typically formed with structural steel or welded mechanical tubing. The strength of steel for a hangar door frame is essential, as this will maximize the door’s life expectancy and ensure that it will be able to withstand high winds. A standard WELL BILT rolling hangar door has a wind load of 90 mph.
Hangar doors also have weather seals, which run along the tops, bottoms, and sides of different hangar doors. These weather seals are intended to further protect the interior of the hangar and prevent weather damage. They also cover gaps created by the hangar door. WELL BILT equips doors with EPDM style 40 black rubber seals to protect against weather, extreme temperatures, solvents and more.
The hangar door itself is typically made of steel, or another metal depending on door type and manufacturer. The door is also protected with a primer and oftentimes painted over for a sleek finishing look. Red oxide primer, a protective coat that prevents rust formation on metal, is a viable option for hangar doors that will add to the life expectancy of the hangar door.
Hangar Door Parts Often Vary
Depending on the style of the hangar door, the components that make it up will vary. A rolling door, for example, will come with wheels and a track designed to effectively distribute the weight of the hangar door and make it easier to open and close. A bi-fold hangar door, on the other hand, has lift cables that run throughout the door to allow for opening and closing.
Hydraulic hangar doors have several additional parts. These kinds of hangar doors obviously need hydraulic lines, and occasionally have features like pressure switches, plunger switches or lever arm switches. They also typically have floor lock pins at the bottom of the door to secure it closed.
Hangar doors of all types are fundamental components of quality hangars. Whether your hangar is for agriculture, industrial, marine, or aviation purposes, a strong hangar door is a necessity. Look no further than WELL BILT Industries for the finest hangar doors available.