Does Air-Lec manufacture doors?

We leave door manufacturing to the door making professionals. That's what they do best. We concentrate on what we do best, moving doors. We make the best door operators available anywhere. That's what we do best, better than any one else.

Does Air-Lec install their door operators?

We do not maintain an installation staff, as this would be too difficult for the wide area we sell (worldwide). We provide simple to understand installation instructions including templates and step by step procedures. Your own mechanical staff or almost anyone with mechanical knowledge can install an Air-Lec door operator in no time at all.

Can I use an Air-Lec door operator on any door?

That's one of the best features of Air-Lec door operators. You can put one on almost any new or existing door installation. We can automate just about any swinging, sliding or bi-fold door, whether professionally made or one you make yourself.

Are parts for Air-Lec door operators still available?

That's one of the questions we hear the most. When a new Air-Lec door operator is installed, it may be many, many years before replacement parts may become necessary. Usually the need for parts is from damage to the operator, not from the operator failing in any way. For those units manufactured prior to the 1960's however, parts are not available. We have made many changes over the years to improve the quality and dependability of Air-Lec door operators. New materials and manufacturing processes have made our product even better. Believe it or not, there are many Air-Lec door operators installed in the 1920's and 1930's that are still operating for their owners.

Why are Air-Lec door operators so dependable?

We know that any business needs to run in the most efficient manner possible in order to stay profitable. Dependable door automation can generate cost savings in many different ways. Time and labor savings, heating/cooling cost savings, over all smooth product movement savings. It is for these reasons that we build the most dependable trouble-free door automation unit available. No gimmicks, electronic gadgetry and other "bells & whistles" that fail and cause delays and extra costs for you, just simple, fast door automation.

Are Air-Lec door operators safe?

Safe door automation has always been a concern here at Air-Lec. Doors are held in place by only spring pressure, which is adjustable. Any door automated with an Air-Lec door operator can be easily operated by hand at any time. There is no danger of anyone being trapped in an unsafe environment because of an Air-Lec door operator. Doors in motion can be stopped by hand, and returned to either an open or closed position manually with no danger to anyone.

Are Air-Lec door operators available through an outlet near me?

Because each door opening is unique in its needs, Air-Lec door operators are not sold "over the counter" or by distribution. Each application that you may have is evaluated on an individual basis to match the best type of door operator from our full line that is available to fulfill your needs. Delivery from our factory in Madison, WI is quick and economical via parcel delivery services, or if necessary, by next day air service.

What if my Air-Lec door operator isn't working right?

A complete trouble-shooting guide is provided with the purchase of each Air-Lec door operator. This offers a step-by-step process to cure most any problem. Or, just dial (608) 244-4754 during regular business hours, and you will be quickly connected with one of our staff who will help you get your Air-Lec door operator functioning, as it should.

Can I use an Air-Lec door operator in an explosive environment?

That's another one of the best features of Air-Lec door operators. The operators themselves are pneumatically operated. Control kits to activate the operators come in either low-voltage electric, or totally pneumatic styles, with wall push-button or ceiling pull-cord switches. With a totally pneumatic system, there is no danger of electric spark.

How does the cost of an Air-Lec door operator compare to others?

We feel that Air-Lec door operators are very competitively priced with other similar door operators. Although they may cost a little more than some of the others, they will outlast and outperform them in the long run. In most cases, an Air-Lec door operator will save the original cost in a year or less. But, it will pay for itself over and over again for decades to come.