Sectional Door Break-Away Bottom Panel

Save your Sectional Door! With the Super-Seal Break-Away Panel

The series 6500 Break-Away Bottom Door Panel is the patented Super Seal solution for overhead doors where the bottom panel suffers abuse from accidental impact. Designed to replace any width overhead door panel, the 6500 Break-Away Door Panel can sustain very high impact without damaging the panel or overhead door track. The Break-Away Door Panel preserves the overhead door structure by flexing under minimal impact and by breaking away under severe impact. Its durable materials and excellent design make the 6500 Break-Away Door Panel service free.

Available in two models, the series 6501 accommodates panels up to 1 ¾” thick, and the series 6502 accommodating panels thicker than 1 ¾”.The series 6500 Break-Away Bottom Door Panel consists of a two part, fully gasketed assembly: a fixed aluminum frame and a flexible swing panel. The welded tubular aluminum frame surrounds the flexible swing panel on three sides. Existing overhead door hinges and bottom guide rollers are permanently attached to the frame.

This Bidirectional Impact Resistant Panel Fits All Overhead Doors.

The flexible insulated 1 ¾ “thick swing panel is made of a pliable internal framework with foam inserts between the structural members. The heavy duty PVC abrasion resistant “Flexituff” cover fabric is bonded over the swing panel frame, which encloses the entire unit and increases its durability. The combination of framework, foam, and fabric cover provides the resilient flexibility of the panel. The cover fabric created the flexible pivot hinge, facilitating the Break-Away action.

Retainers on the fixed aluminum frame hold the swing panel in place. When a directional force is applied to the Break-Away Panel, the pliable frame portion begins to flex. Once a certain degree of pressure has been applied, the swing panel breaks away from the retainers, leaving the fixed aluminum frame, trolley wheels and cable intact. The swing panel thus accommodates impact forces that would otherwise dislodge the door from the track assembly. The break-away panel can then be popped back into position (no tools required).

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Optional Security Locks

Resists Spearing By Forklift

Impact Resistant

Main Features:

This unique patented design is the perfect solution for the bottom door section of an overhead door, it can be impacted from both sides and is easily put back in place without any downtime.
Designed with a rigid aluminum outer frame and an insulated sealed impactable panel.
Service free design allows panel to be impacted without damage to cables, rollers, track, hinges or springs.
Unit can be locked from inside for security purposes.

When the bottom bar of a sectional door breaks, several issues can arise, depending on the severity of the damage:

Loss of Structural Integrity: The bottom bar provides support and structure to the door, helping maintain its shape as it moves up and down. If broken, the door may sag or warp, making it difficult to open or close properly.
Compromised Sealing: The bottom bar often holds the weatherstripping or seal, which prevents drafts, pests, or moisture from entering the building. A broken bottom bar can result in gaps along the bottom of the door, reducing insulation and allowing unwanted elements inside.
Increased Safety Hazards: A broken bottom bar could cause the door to become misaligned, leading to uneven operation or the door getting stuck. This may increase the risk of accidents, particularly in a busy loading dock or warehouse setting.
Motor or Track Damage: If the sectional door continues to operate with a broken bottom bar, the strain may affect other components, such as the door’s motor, tracks, or torsion springs. Over time, this can cause further damage, leading to more costly repairs.
Compromised Security: If the sectional door is used for security, a damaged bottom bar can reduce the door’s effectiveness in preventing unauthorized access, making the building more vulnerable to break-ins.

Repairing or replacing the broken bottom bar promptly is essential to avoid further damage or operational hazards; the bottom bar breakaway panels is the most cost effective, long term solutions for break away sectional doors. Call or email for a quote.