When planning the construction of a garage or the modernization of an industrial facility, investors often face the challenge of limited space. One of the key technical parameters is the lintel. What should be done when it is exceptionally low? Do we have to give up the comfort of a sectional door? At KRISPOL, we prove that thanks to modern engineering, every centimeter of space can work to your advantage.

A low lintel is no longer a problem – discover how to optimally select garage and industrial doors

The lintel is the space measured from the upper edge of the entrance opening to the garage ceiling. In standard solutions, the optimal height is approximately 200–300 mm, which allows for the seamless installation of tracks and the spring shaft.

However, in modern construction and during the renovation of older buildings, we often encounter situations where this space is strictly limited. In the case of KRISPOL sectional doors, thanks to the use of appropriate tracking systems, installation is possible even with very low lintels, allowing for full functionality without the need for costly structural alterations.

What is low tracking and when is it essential?

Low tracking is a special configuration of the door structure in which the torsion spring shaft is moved from the lintel to the end of the horizontal tracks (deeper into the garage).

It is essential wherever:

  • The lintel is too low for a standard system.
  • Installations (e.g., pipes, ventilation ducts) run under the ceiling, restricting space.
  • The goal is to maximize the clear passage height of the entrance opening.

Advantages of a door with low tracking

Choosing a KRISPOL door with low tracking offers a range of benefits for the user:

  • Space-saving: Allows for door installation in rooms with unusual architecture.
  • Security: Despite the modified structure, the door maintains the highest parameters for airtightness and security.
  • Smooth operation: The use of high-quality rollers and tracks ensures smooth and quiet operation, matching the performance of standard systems.

Door installation with a low lintel – what must you remember?

When choosing a door for a low lintel, several technical aspects should be considered as they will impact the final comfort of use.

Drive space vs. lintel height. Remember that door automation also requires space. In systems with a low lintel, the drive is mounted centrally under the ceiling. The KRISPOL range includes compact drives that work perfectly with low tracking, ensuring maintenance-free operation even with minimal clearance.

PREMIERE: A revolution in the industrial sector – The new LHRH tracking

Tomasz Przychodniak, an expert in door technology, speaks about the innovation of this system:

“A novelty that redefines standards in the segment of industrial doors with a low lintel. The LHRH system is a solution designed for underground garages and facilities where limited ceiling space previously required difficult compromises.”

Why is LHRH a breakthrough?

The key advantage of the new tracking is the radical optimization of the passage height. Compared to the previous LHR system, you gain an additional 110 to 120 mm of space.

Thanks to the single-track system, the structure is lighter, resulting in easier assembly and greater installation precision. The new, optimized shape of the upper roller bracket allows for maximum utilization of available space.

Technical parameters of LHRH:

  • Minimum required lintel: 200 mm.
  • Installation depth: 1400 mm.

How much does a door with low tracking cost at KRISPOL Partners?

The price of a sectional door with low tracking depends on many factors: the dimensions of the opening, the chosen embossing pattern, the color, and the type of automation.

We encourage you to contact our Partners, who will conduct professional measurements and prepare a precise valuation for you. The KRISPOL showroom network is a guarantee of expert advice – our specialists will help you choose a solution that perfectly fits the technical conditions of your investment.

Find your nearest distributor at: https://krispol.eu/en/salony/

FAQ
1. 1. How much space is required to install a sectional door with low headroom?

In the case of modern systems such as KRISPOL LHRH, the minimum required headroom height is only 200 mm. This allows for full door functionality even in buildings with limited ceiling clearance.

2. What is low headroom tracking in a garage door?

Low headroom tracking is a special structural configuration in which the torsion spring shaft is moved from the lintel to the ends of the horizontal tracks (further into the garage). It is used when the standard space above the entrance opening is insufficient.

3. What are the advantages of the LHRH system in industrial doors?

The LHRH system is an innovation from KRISPOL that allows for recovering between 110 and 120 mm of drive-through height compared to older LHR systems. Thanks to the single-track design, installation is more precise and the structure is lighter.

4. Will an automatic operator fit with low headroom?

Yes. For low headroom applications, compact, centrally mounted ceiling operators are used. Modern automation systems are designed to work seamlessly with low headroom tracking without restricting the entrance clearance.