Industry is the beating heart of the Canadian economy and keeping goods coming and going from coast to coast is no small feat. As the operator of a busy industrial facility, you’re always on the lookout for innovative ways to cut costs and stay ahead in this fast-paced, competitive landscape.

Small problems in your facility can quickly snowball into an avalanche of disruptions, but taking small steps like scheduling the regular maintenance of your industrial sectional doors can make all the difference between costly repairs and shutdowns and your facility maintaining uptime. 

Early Detection Is Key in Avoiding Major Repairs

Industrial facilities are buzzing with activity. Whether you operate a factory, a distribution plant, or a storage facility, the constant opening and closing of doors means wear and tear is inevitable.

That’s where Creative Door Services comes in. Our trained, and certified repair technicians perform thorough inspections during their planned maintenance visits, spotting areas of concern and tending to them before they have a chance to fail and interrupt your daily operations.. 

What Happens During a Maintenance Call?

A regular maintenance checkup from our seasoned professionals involves six main steps:

1. Visual Inspection. The repair technician will check your door for any visible damage, wear, or misalignment. From cracks in the door to track warping, they’ll analyze the cause and determine if those blemishes are just cosmetic or if they need immediate fixing. 
    
2. Lubrication and Adjustment. All the moving parts, like hinges, rollers, and tracks, need proper lubrication to operate optimally and prevent breaks. With remarkable attention to detail, every part is oiled using a heavy-duty lubricant specifically formulated for metal-on-metal movements, helping the many moving parts of your industrial sectional door move quietly and without hindrance.
    
3. Component Tightening. Parts such as bolts, screws, and brackets are checked and tightened if necessary, keeping them safely in place. This prevents damage and rattling noises when the door is in operation.
    
4. Weather Strip Inspection. A specific inspection of weather seals helps to detect any shrinkage, damage, or wear. This crucial step of your maintenance appointment prevents air and water infiltration in your facility, helping reduce energy costs associated with temperature control while also keeping your staff comfortable, productive, and safe from slip and falls caused by an unexpectedly wet floor.
    
5. Balance Check. Does your door stay in place when opened or closed manually? If the door shoots upwards or slams down to the floor, it means that its springs are no longer supporting it properly. Our maintenance pros test the balance of your door and replace the springs when they malfunction, to make sure that it can be properly operated manually in the event of a power failure or emergency. This also ensures that your door serves its primary function: keeping a key access point of your facility open for loading and offloading goods but closed to intruders.
    
6. Part Replacement. When our experienced technicians identify worn or damaged components, they act quickly, supported by access to Creative Door Services’ extensive inventory of replacement parts, one of the largest in Western Canada.

Having a trusted professional complete these steps on a regular basis is a great way to extend the lifespan of your industrial door while also avoiding expensive, extensive repairs or lengthy replacements that could grind your business operations to a halt.

Tell-Tale Signs That Maintenance Is Due

If a regularly scheduled maintenance appointment is not yet in your business’s calendar, learning the signs that your industrial sectional doors need maintenance goes a long way in knowing when to call in the pros.

These signs can include:

• Odd noises: Sounds like grinding or squeaking typically mean that some parts are worn out or lacking lubrication.
• Unusual slowness: Sluggish doors that don’t open or close as quickly as they used to are an indicator of issues with the tracks or motor.
• Visible damage: Clear signs of wear and tear include cosmetic issues like cracks and dents to the panels of the door, but also operational flaws that are visible to all, such as sloping and unevenness when your sectional door opens and closes.
• Frequent breakdowns: If you’re experiencing regular breakdowns and malfunctions with your sectional door, it’s a sign that it’s not getting the appropriate care it needs to stay operational for long periods of time without repairs.

These signs are usually very easy to spot, so you just need to stay on guard for what your facility needs. Regular service from an experienced professional who knows industrial sectional doors inside and out can take care of these problems for you, keeping your doors in great shape for years to come.

How Often Should You Schedule Maintenance? 

Sectional door experts understand that not all facilities are created equal and that there is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to your scheduled maintenance. 

That’s why we offer different recommendations based on your operations. For higher intensity environments in which your industrial sectional doors see a lot of activity daily, service every three months is necessary to prevent excessive wear and tear and ensure you maintain uptime.

If you have a lower intensity facility where your sectional doors aren’t being opened and closed around the clock, one service appointment a year is adequate. 

An experienced professional can talk to you about your needs and create a maintenance plan that works for your schedule.

Creative Door Services: Masters of Industrial Sectional Door Maintenance

With over 55 years in the industry, Creative Door Services has seen industrial sectional doors of all makes and models. Our technicians have in-depth knowledge of every component and apply their expertise to every scheduled maintenance appointment, developing customized maintenance programs tailored to your specific needs.

With in-house technical support, 24/7 emergency repairs available in most locations, and a stock of ready-to-use parts for rapid repairs, Creative Door Services makes a strong commitment to being there for you when you need us most.

Keep your industrial sectional doors working for you by turning to the professionals at Creative Door Services. Contact us to request service from one of our locations throughout Western Canada in Kelowna, British Columbia; Vancouver, British Columbia; Calgary, Alberta; Edmonton, Alberta; Fort McMurray, Alberta; Regina, Saskatchewan; Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; and Winnipeg, Manitoba.