Select our high cycle rust resistant torsion spring models for most applications or select our strap counterweight or cable counterweight systems for use in applications where you need them.
Garage door counterbalance cable.
Do not panic as most of the items are easy to fix.
Garage springs are under an extreme amount of tension and either stretch or torque providing enough force to help you move the door.
Facts about garage door torsion springs.
Most residential garage door systems use either torsion or extension springs to counterbalance the weight of the door.
American garage door supply s door systems offer a number of counterbalance systems to meet your operation s needs.
The torsion spring is a large tightly wound component installed at the top of the door while the extension springs are smaller springs mounted to either side along the horizontal tracks.
Suitable for special requirements such as low head room areas of high heat or humidity.
Adjustments or repairs must only be made by a trained door systems technician using proper tools and instructions.
A garage door torsion spring has a vital work to do.
Hermco counterweight systems are designed to install on new or existing garage doors.
There are several types of garage door springs to consider when replacing them.
Garage door springs act as a counterbalance to the weight of all garage doors making them easier to open and close.
Do not adjust repair or remove springs or parts which springs are connected such as steel brackets cables woodblocks red colored fasteners or other parts of the counterbalance system.