Entrapment risks and the following incidents emphasize the importance of regular garage door testing, inspection and maintenance. In October 2016, Heidi Chalkley posed a surprising question to her friend: “Have you ever held on?” She then grabbed a nearby garage door as it began to open. Within seconds, her hand became trapped, and in less …
The garage door sensors not only protect people and pets from injuries, they also help to prevent damage to the garage door and to possessions that may have been left in the door way. Below are the six main reasons that will cause the sensors to malfunction: 1. Sunlight Sunlight hitting the safety sensors can …
Accidents happen around the world every day. But one in India has garnered considerable attention thanks to a little boy who responded quickly to his mother’s distress. The incident involved a garage door repair that the mother was trying to perform when suddenly the worst happened. How the Little Boy Saved his Mother Although the …
There are multiple reasons why a garage door may be out of balance, including worn out springs, improper installation of the springs or torsion assembly, and springs that aren’t compatible with the garage door’s weight or setting. The right way to test the balance of your garage door is as follows. If the door won’t …
In 1992, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission mandated that garage door openers manufactured after January 1, 1993, must comply with the UL 325 standard for safety and be equipped with photoelectric eyes. Photoelectric sensors are non-contact safety devices designed to prevent the garage door from closing if there’s anything in its path while it’s …
A Queensland mother of six and her children narrowly escaped when their garage door opener spontaneously caught fire, bursting into flames inside their Edmonton home. Annalisa Buchanan, recounts the terrifying incident, stating that she had just finished working in the late hours of Sunday evening when she heard a popping and cracking noise coming from …
