First responders are in a race against time and need a station with doors that work as hard as they do.

High-performance doors aren't your average commercial doors. Designed for the most demanding situations, high-performance doors open at speeds up to 20 inches per second (IPS) or more. This kind of rapid access means firefighters can get on the road quickly. At the same time, robust durability and advanced safety features work behind the scenes for peace of mind.

At Cookson, you’ll find high-performance doors that open at 24 IPS, which is up to three times faster than standard coiling or overhead sectional doors. Plus, high-performance doors deliver anywhere between 50,000 to 1 million maintenance-free cycles for long-lasting durability. Explore three noteworthy options designed with fire stations and emergency services in mind: Extreme™ 1024, 300, and Sectional Doors. 

Let’s take a look at what can make these high-performance roll-up doors such a great fit for your fire station.

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Extreme 1024 High-Performance Door

If you’re looking for reliability, the Cookson Extreme 1024 is the way to go. It’s built for the long haul, offering up to 1 million maintenance-free open and close cycles. A great fit for apparatus bays. Beyond durability, you’ll find a host of other impressive benefits.

• Unbeatable efficiency: With opening speeds up to 24 IPS, these doors maximize productivity and minimize downtime, keeping pace with the speed and dependability of your response team.
  
  
• Security you can count on: Robust steel construction and repaid operation boost the security of your bay. Plus, you can add vision windows to let your community get a glimpse at the fire trucks inside.
  
  
• A smarter way to save: When compared to other high-speed slatted products, the Extreme 1024 Door has the lowest lifetime cost and cost-per-cycle on the market.
  
  
• Worry-free durability: We stand by the Extreme 1024 durability with a 5-year 1,000,000-cycle warranty.
  
  
• Advanced control: Equipped with the APEX Pro SmartController™ is an intelligent control panel with plug-and-play wiring for easy installation and servicing, and an LCD screen that guides users through setup, limit setting, and provides status and error messages. 

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Extreme 300 Series High-Performance Door

The Extreme 300 Series Door offers a lot of the same benefits as the 1024. But, the cycle life and design is what really sets it apart. You’ll get the same high-performance operating speed, continuous uptime, but fewer cycles (300,000 cycles vs. 1 million) – along with some great options to make your door and vehicle bay more energy efficient.

• Energy efficiency: If you are trying to save on utility costs or want a more climate-controlled bay, Insulated models carry an air leakage rating of less than 0.3 cfm/ft2, surpassing ASHRAE® 90.1, 2015, IECC®, and California’s Title 24 requirements.
  
  
• Backed by a commitment to quality: Extreme 300 Series Doors come with a standard 2-year 300,000-cycle warranty, or you can upgrade your door for a 3-year 500,000-cycle warranty.
  
  
• Innovative springless design: By eliminating springs, this door avoids a common point of failure, ensuring smooth and reliable operation with every cycle. This smart design is what allows for its 300,000 maintenance-free cycles.
  
  
• Built to last, and fuss-free: With up to 300,000 cycles of maintenance-free use, this door is engineered for durability. The gentle start-and-stop function also reduces wear and tear on components, which means fewer repairs and replacements down the road.

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Extreme Sectional Door

For fire stations that prefer the traditional look and feel of a sectional door without sacrificing performance, the Cookson Extreme Series Sectional Door is a great fit. This door is built to withstand the rigors of a busy station, combining impressive speed with the thermal performance and classic aesthetic of a sectional design.

• Intelligent operation: Powered by a LiftMaster Operator, opening speeds reach up to 24 IPS, a direct drive system that lists daily duty cycles at 600 cycles/day over a two-year warranty period, Wi-Fi connectivity, and an easy-to-read display with easy limit-setting technology.

• Solid construction: The door's springs are designed to last twice as long as traditional ones, and with heavy-duty hardware and an upgraded lift cable, you can count on optimal performance for years to come. Plus, tandem nylon rollers not only extend the life of the rollers but also ensure a smooth, quiet operation.
  
  
• Aesthetic appeal: You can easily customize your door to match the architectural design of your fire station. Choose full-view windows in a wide selection of glazing options, and add a custom powder-coat color for an eye-catching look.

Ready to Find the Right Door for Your Fire Station?

Cookson is a trusted name in high-performance doors, and our solutions are designed to enhance the productivity and efficiency of fire stations everywhere. To learn more or find the perfect fit, talk to your local authorized dealer or contact us today for a free quote.