FlexTec® Flexible Door with a Soft Bottom Edge

Safeguarding environments and eliminating entrapment concern the Rytec FlexTec® offers a soft bottom edge that can easily form around objects and bend when lifted along with self-repairing capabilities if impacted.

  • Opens at up to 100 inches per second and uses a low-friction drive system

  • Intelligent light curtain senses obstructions and automatically reverses when clear

  • Automatically self-repairs without any human intervention if impacted

  • 1 million cycle/five-year limited warranty* on motor/mechanical components (including drive teeth) and 1-ply Rylon® panel material

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Key Specs

Opening speed
Up to 100 inches per second
Max opening size
Standard 12' wide x 12' high, 16' wide (-XL) or 20' high (-T)
Panel material
1-ply Rylon®
Bottom bar
Vertically flexible edge that self-repairs and resets without intervention
Warranty
1 million cycle/five-year limited warranty* on motor/ mechanical components (including drive teeth) and 1-ply Rylon panel material; 2-year limited warranty on electrical components

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Why the FlexTec®

The FlexTec® soft-edge, flexible fabric door features advanced technology plus the industry’s longest mechanical warranty available – assuring unmatched day in, day out durability. The soft edge virtually eliminates entrapment concerns and extra protection is ensured for all types of traffic – safeguarding environments and providing continuing operations. Exterior Opening/Pressure Package available for wind or pressure conditions.*

FlexTec is backed by an unparalleled 1-million cycle/5-year limited warranty on motor/mechanical components and Rylon® panel material, plus a 2-year limited warranty on electrical components.

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Common Applications

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Manufacturing

Improve productivity and traffic flow and reduce energy costs.

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Warehousing & Distribution

Increase efficiency and productivity between zones in high-volume freight operations.

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Large Openings

Provide quick access to wide or high openings in fast-paced environments.

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Coolers & Cold Storage

Maintain temperatures and productivity in high-traffic facilities.

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Technical Specs

 Full operating, physical, and construction specifications for the FlexTec®.  

Operating Specifications

Opening speed

Up to 100 inches per second 
Drive type

Low-friction drive system with variable AC drive and System 4+™ controller 

Safety system

Advanced3 light curtain safety system, Pathwatch® safety light system and flexible edge
Physical Specifications

Max width

12' (standard)

Max height

12' (standard) 

Vision

20' window(s) optional 

Headroom / side clearance

  • 17" headroom above lintel

  • 23" head projection

  • Up to 16'W (-XL) x 20'H (-T)

  • 27" headroom above lintel

  • 27" head projection

  • 5.5"  x 6.5" side column projection

  • 6" side clearance, non-drive side

  • 15.5" side clearance, motor side

  • Left- or right-hand motor placement
Construction Specifications

Panel

1-ply Rylon®
Bottom bar

Soft edge flexes around obstructions

Top seal

Edge-to-edge brush seal 

Floor seal

Vinyl loop seal on bottom bar 

Optional components

Flat or slanted hood and motor cover 

Compare the FlexTec®

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Rytec FlexTec door

FlexTec®

Fabric Doors

Opening speed:

100 inches/sec

Vision type:

Square Window(s)

Panel type:

1-ply Rylon®

Max size:

12′ x 12′

Flexible soft-edge door that self-repairs automatically after impact in either direction.

  • Manufacturing,
  • Warehousing & Distribution,
  • Cold Storage,
  • Food & Beverage
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PredaDoor NXT door

PredaDoor® NXT®

Fabric Doors

Opening speed:

50 inches/sec

Vision type:

Full Width Window Panel

Panel type:

2-ply Rylon®, 3-ply Rylon®, USDA/FDA-compliant, Vinyl, Ventilated

Max size:

16′ x 16′

High-cycle, durable, and versatile door for interior and exterior use across a variety of applications, including warehousing and manufacturing.

  • Manufacturing,
  • Warehousing & Distribution,
  • Parking,
  • Food & Beverage,
  • Cold Storage,
  • Automotive Dealerships,
  • Government & Municipalities,
  • Loading Docks,
  • Transit
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Fast-Seal doors

Fast-Seal®

Fabric Doors

Opening speed:

50 inches/sec

Vision type:

Square Window(s), Full Width Screen

Panel type:

3-ply Rylon®, 2-ply Rylon®, Ventilated

Max size:

35′ x 24′

Exterior fabric door with heavy-duty panels and Break-Away™ bottom bar for wind loads and large doorways. (600′ sq. max.)

  • Large Openings,
  • Parking,
  • Manufacturing,
  • Warehousing & Distribution,
  • Government & Municipalities,
  • Food & Beverage,
  • Heavy Equipment,
  • Loading Docks,
  • Transit
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Technical Resources

Product sheets, manuals, drawings, and architect resources for FlexTec®.

Frequently Asked Questions

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