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For homeowners who want to upgrade to a higher-quality garage door with premium materials, a more powerful, garage door operator makes sense. Upscale garage doors, whether they are made from aluminum and glass, have wood or composite overlays or multiple double-insulated windows, are significantly heavier than their budget counterparts. They are also commonly larger, adding to their weight.

Whereas standard garage door openers are made with ‘HP Equivalent’ motors that lack rated horsepower and can struggle to lift these doors consistently, the PULSE 200 operators have factory rated HP motors designed for power. The PULSE 200 is UL325 approved for residential applications that will lift your premium garage door with ease.

PULSE operators are made with high-powered, high-torque DC motors. They have a direct- drive jackshaft gearhead that slides directly onto the door’s horizontal shaft, eliminating the need for chains, sprockets or trolley rails. They are provided with a pre-wired motor cable. This means installation is hassle free and setup is quick. The result is a clean, clutter-free install that will still allow for ceiling access when the door is closed.

Thanks to its DC motor and lack of sprockets/chains the operator is almost completely silent – no motor noise or rattling chain and sprocket every time someone opens the garage door. And because the motor is powered by DC voltage, battery backup is easily integrated and is a standard feature on all PULSE 200 operators. No need to attempt lifting that heavy door by hand during a power outage.

With its cutting-edge technology, there are an array of settings that can optimize safe operation and performance. For enhanced safety, PULSE openers include intelligent force monitoring. Customize the sensitivity setting to your door installation to ensure it reverses without damaging whatever obstruction it might hit when closing. Selectable speed settings ensure your door opens and closes at safe controlled speeds that can help decrease energy loss. Soft start/soft stop functionality extends the lifespan of the garage door’s components – no sudden jerky movements when you open or close the door to ensure the long life of this premium investment.

Learn more about how PULSE operators can be an excellent addition to a premium garage door by visiting our PULSE residential page at https://www.icontrols.ca/door-operators/residential.

Founded in 2012, iControls specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced commercial and residential door operators, durable traffic lights, and high-performance control panels for dock safety products.

We serve the industrial and commercial loading dock and door industries, focusing on innovation and cutting-edge technology to improve operational efficiency and ensure reliable material handling.

Our products are designed and manufactured in-house at our facility in Richmond Hill, Ontario. As a proudly Canadian-owned and operated company, we are committed to delivering quality and innovation you can trust.

When it comes to operating your commercial door reliably and confidently, having a dedicated battery backup is invaluable during unexpected power interruptions.

While chain hoists have been the traditional solution, a battery backup system offers a quicker and more seamless method to maintain normal door operation.

It may surprise some, but standard battery backup systems are uncommon in the world of commercial door operators. But not with PULSE from iControls^®. Every unit we currently offer has battery backup built-in.

The PULSE 100, 200 and 500 Series all feature a manual 24V integrated battery backup. If the power goes out, a user can still operate the door by pressing and holding the Open and Close buttons on the control panel (or the push-button station for the PULSE 100). Just jog the door up or down - it’s that simple!

The PULSE 300 takes things a step further. The 24V integrated battery backup that automatically activates during a power outage, allows the door to function as normal, albeit at a reduced speed. Once the battery level reaches approximately 75%, the system reverts to press-and-hold battery operation of the door (to conserve power), just like the PULSE 100, 200 and 500 models.

For all models, if the battery is fully depleted, the operator can still be used with an included crankshaft socket or optional chain-hoist add-on.

PULSE door operators are equipped with a trickle charger, ensuring the batteries remain fully charged and ready when needed.

To learn more about the PULSE battery backup and the rest of the incredible features and benefits, visit our overview page at https://www.icontrols.ca/door-operators.

Both sectional and rolling steel doors can be excellent options for your facility. However, when selecting a commercial door operator, it's important to note that the different door types have distinctly different needs.

That’s where PULSE from iControls comes in.

The PULSE 200 Series and PULSE 300 Series Direct Drive DC door operators feature a “Door Type” selection upon startup. This feature effortlessly optimizes the operator based on your choice between ‘Sectional’ and ‘Rolling Steel’ and means you need only stock one operator for either installation.

With software that tailors operation to your specific door, you’ll gain peace of mind knowing your system is running efficiently. Thanks to this, you will gain the advantage of reduced wear and tear, significantly increasing the longevity of both your door and your PULSE operator.

Visit https://www.icontrols.ca/door-operators to learn more about the many features and benefits of PULSE commercial operators and to review our product offering.

The PULSE 100 Series is the perfect dock door solution. This operator is available in 3/8 and 1/2 horsepower options for doors up to 200 sq. ft. and 1,000 lbs. The motor is pre-wired directly into a 3-button station, which is connected to the photo-electric sensor, making installation extraordinarily easy and quick.

It is also provided with a 3-prong plug, for quick power connection that does not require an electrician, and two batteries for Pulse’s integrated battery backup system.

Learn more about the PULSE 100 Series.

The PULSE commercial line of DC direct-drive operators is Innovative, Powerful, and Reliable. PULSE door operators offer a wide range of features and settings, allowing them to integrate seamlessly with any door system.

The high-voltage PULSE motor is available in 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, and 1 HP options, achieving opening speeds of up to 24 inches per second.

Every PULSE door operator includes an integrated battery backup system, ensuring continued operation during power interruptions.

Learn more about our commercial line-up.