Spec-Dor has developed a next-generation hangar door system known as the AGD – Automated Guided Door. Inspired by the concept of AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), the AGD brings a similar level of precision, autonomy, and efficiency — but to the world of massive hangar doors.
Unlike traditional systems that rely on bumper-driven or cable-based mechanisms, AGD features independently powered, wirelessly controlled door-blades. Each blade moves on its own, guided by a central control system — no cables, no push-pull bumpers, and no compromises.
No More Bumpers – Conventional bumper systems rely on one blade physically pushing or pulling the next — a method that causes shock loads and increases wear on mechanical parts.
No More Cables – Cable-based systems stretch and retract to operate each panel. They’re complex to install, prone to alignment issues, and require constant upkeep.
With AGD:
The AGD system was recently deployed in a very large and tall hangar door installation in Baghdad, Iraq. Previously, it would take up to 15 minutes to open the entire door of its size, as operators had to walk alongside each blade and activate them manually.
Now, with the AGD system, the entire door can be opened or closed in just 3 minutes — all from a single, centralized control station. This represents a dramatic time savings in a setting where operational efficiency translates directly into reduced costs and downtime.
While the AGD system represents a larger initial investment compared to traditional door controllers, it delivers substantial long-term benefits:
Whether you’re managing a high-traffic military hangar or a complex multi-bay facility, the AGD system redefines what a hangar door can do.
At Spec-Dor, 50+ years of experience in wide-span door systems have consistently driven invention. We think of our industry-leading technological advances as Big Door Innovation.
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