Installation & FAQ
How UniLift is installed and maintained, and answers to the questions installers ask most.
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The installation of a UniLift kit, step by step.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is UniLift System?
UniLift is an automation for industrial sectional doors with no balancing springs, driven by a high-performance brushless tubular motor. It is designed to cut maintenance and maximise safety.
Which doors can UniLift automate?
The system is universal and modular: it fits all standard industrial sectional doors up to 6 × 5 m (MTB) or 3.5 × 3.5 m (MTB-LB).
Which motor sizes are available?
The range offers brushless motor kits of 100 Nm, 160 Nm and 200 Nm, chosen by the weight and size of the door.
What are the main benefits for installers and door owners?
- Fast plug-and-play installation
- Less maintenance (no springs)
- Built-in safety (safety brake, emergency control)
- Long life (100,000 cycles)
What are the operating limits (size and weight)?
MTB: max 334 kg or 6 × 5 m. MTB-LB: max 146 kg or 3.5 × 3.5 m. Temperature −10 to +40 °C, single-phase 230 V supply.
How long does the system last?
The system is sized for up to 100,000 cycles, within the weight and size limits given in the manual.
Does the product comply with European standards?
Yes. The product complies with the European standards (see the use, maintenance and safety manual).
Which safety devices are built in?
- Safety brake (anti-fall parachute)
- Integrated electric brake
- Mechanical emergency control for power failures
- Devices compliant with EN 12453 and EN 12978
What do I do in an emergency or a power failure?
Use the emergency control provided (chain or crank) to open the door safely by hand.
What does the warranty cover?
The manufacturer repairs or replaces defective parts, excluding wear parts and damage from negligence, provided the maintenance plan has been followed strictly.
How do I order spare parts?
Contact the manufacturer with the serial number on the CE plate and, if possible, a photo of the part to replace.
Are the spare parts standard?
Yes. The range uses standard, easily replaceable components, which simplifies stock management and maintenance.
Are the kits suited to export?
Yes. They are compact and modular, so they ship directly with optimised packaging, and they are CE compliant.
How does the installation work?
Installation is simpler because there are no springs, the wiring is pre-configured and the kits cover every door type. The manual details each step.
What precautions does the installation need?
Installation must be carried out only by qualified staff, following the technical manual in full and using original parts only. Before assembly, check that every component is intact, protect them from humidity and dust to prevent corrosion, and never clean them with a water jet. Always disconnect the power supply before any work, and never try to release an active safety device: call a specialist technician instead. At the end of the installation, hand the CE documentation to the user and explain safe use and maintenance.
How do I set the open and close positions?
On the control unit, through the LCD interface and password, you can fine-tune the limit positions and the motor direction.
Is regular maintenance required?
Yes. A minimum periodic maintenance (see the manual) is mandatory to keep the warranty and the compliance.
Who should carry out maintenance?
Qualified staff recommended by the manufacturer. An authorised technician is mandatory for any electrical or safety work.
Do maintenance interventions have to be recorded?
Yes. Keep a maintenance log that records every operation and part replacement, for regulatory follow-up and to keep the warranty valid.
The door does not move: what should I check?
- Check the power supply and the fuses
- Check that emergency mode is not engaged
- For complex faults (motor, control board, safety devices), call technical service
What are the common faults and how do I fix them?
- Motor does not respond: check wiring, fuse and power supply
- Door blocked: check the safety brake, call a technician
- Unusual noise: clean and lubricate
Not sure which kit is right for you?
Send us the door sizes and weight. An engineer replies within one working day.