Custom Engineering for Aviation Excellence With Premier Hydraulic Hangar Doors
Premier Hydraulic Hangar Doors: Smart, Sleek, and Built for Aviation
Premier Door Co.’s Hydraulic Hangar Door system is designed for aircraft facilities, industrial operations, and commercial aviation spaces requiring robust, high-clearance entry solutions. With a one-piece panel design and powered by our proprietary software Smart Door® Technology, the door opens outward in a smooth, arc—delivering strength, simplicity, and reliability in any climate.
Key Features
Smart Door® Automation
Full hydraulic control with soft-start/stop ramping, speed adjustment capability, and multi-door integration. Compatible with home and building automation systems.One-Piece Design
Single-panel construction ensures maximum interior clearance and clean aesthetics with minimal maintenance.- In Jamb Installation Ensures weather tight seal with seamless integration.
Heavy-Duty Construction
Welded structural steel frames, industrial-grade solid steel hinges, optimized hydraulic cylinders for long-term performance.Custom-Built Sizes
Available in widths up to 130 feet and heights up to 40 feet—engineered to meet exact project specifications.Weather-Tight Sealing
Integrated perimeter seals and dual-locking hydraulic cylinders provide maximum wind, water, and thermal resistance.Cladding Versatility
Designed to accept insulated panels, sheet metal, translucent polycarbonate, glass, or custom architectural finishes.
Why Choose a Premier Hydraulic Door?
Premier’s one-piece hydraulic doors offer a smooth, efficient solution for hangar access. Hydraulic doors deliver greater reliability, less maintenance, and faster operation—perfect for high-performance aviation environments.
When open, the door swings outward and upward from 0 to 90 degrees, creating a protective canopy over your aircraft, jet, or helicopter. It’s more than a door—it’s a functional part of your hangar space.
Premier Door Co. exists at the intersection of engineering excellence and luxury aesthetics. We build our hydraulic hangar doors in-house using our deep experience in precision metal fabrication. From the first concept drawing to product testing, we oversee the entire process.
If your current hangar door is giving you less clearance than you need, you’re experiencing increased downtime from maintenance, or you’re noticing water, dust, and debris in the hangar due to poor weather sealing, Premier hydraulic doors for hangars provide the solution. Discover why our doors are known for their sophistication and reliability and the benefits of our proprietary technology integrations.
The Advantages of Premier Hydraulic Aircraft Hangar Doors
Premier Door Co.’s Hydraulic Hangar Door system is designed for aircraft facilities, industrial operations, and commercial aviation spaces requiring robust, high-clearance entry solutions. With a one-piece panel design and powered by our proprietary software Smart Door® Technology, the door opens outward in a smooth arc, delivering strength, simplicity, and reliability in any climate.
Why Choose Hydraulic Aircraft Hangar Doors?
They deliver greater reliability, less maintenance, and faster operation — perfect for high-performance aviation environments.
When open, the door swings outward and upward from 0 to 90 degrees, creating a protective canopy over your aircraft, jet, or helicopter. It’s more than a door — it’s a functional part of your hangar space.
Hydraulic vs. Bifold Hangar Doors
The following table will present a comparison between hydraulic and bifold hangar door options, so you’ll have the knowledge necessary to make your choice:
| Features | Hydraulic Hangar Doors | Bifold Hangar Doors |
|---|---|---|
| Operation | Single panel that swings outward and up using hydraulic power | Folds vertically into two sections, uses electricity and a motor |
| Clearance | Full clearance | Slight loss of clearance because of folding |
| Ease of use | One-touch automated operation | Automated or manual — usually requires more steps to open and close |
| Weather sealing | Tight sealing top and bottom, thanks to the single panel | Good, but due to the folding nature may have more points for infiltration |
| Maintenance | Fewer moving parts, meaning less maintenance | Moving parts like hinges or straps will wear and require more maintenance |
| Durability | Heavy-duty manufacturing and single-panel construction for fewer wear points, making it extremely durable | Durable, but moving parts require periodic wear checks |
| Customization | Highly customizable with a variety of large sizes available. | Customizable, with size and weight limitations |
| Automation | Automated with our proprietary Smart Door® Technology | Available, but without as many features as hydraulic automation systems |
Experience Next-Generation Automation With Premier’s Smart Door® Technology
At Premier Door Co., innovation leads the way. Our patented software Smart Door® Technology is the first of its kind in the hydraulic door industry — offering true “one-touch” operation for complete convenience. From small private hangars to large-scale aviation complexes, Smart Door® gives you the power, precision, and peace of mind to operate with confidence.
One-Touch Operation with Building Integration
You’ll experience the following seamless operation with our Smart Door® Technology, thanks to automated hangar door system features like:
- Soft opening and closing to protect components and minimize wear.
- Fully integrated automation with existing smart commercial and private smart systems.
- Easy-to-use touch screen interface for operation and monitoring.
- Optional upgrades tailored to your operation.
- Multiple door operation from a single control panel.
Safety Features and Fail-Safe Design
We factory-tune our automated aviation hangar doors for safe and reliable operation. Our Smart Door® Technology features multiple safety control modes, such as:
- Motion lock: Secure the door during operation or while idle.
- Adjustable door speeds: Adjust speed precisely with user-defined profiles.
- Multiple operation modes: Choose from automatic, semi-automatic, or manual operation modes.
We have the following standard and optional fail-safe design aspects in Premier’s hydraulic doors for hangars:
- Obstruction detection: An integrated safety edge ensures the door will stop and reverse if it encounters an obstacle.
- Submersible hydraulic pump: This pump, which is included with every hydraulic door, provides reliable, quiet operation and is durable against harsh environmental conditions.
- Optional battery backup: Choose this in case of a power failure to keep automatic functions. However, you’ll always have a manual override option, whether or not you have a battery backup.
Custom-Engineered for Your Aviation Facility
To get the luxury aesthetics our hydraulic hangar doors are known for, we offer extensive customization options and design flexibility for every client. Costs will depend on customization features, with our doors ranging from $10,000 to over $30,000.
Size and Configuration Options
Our custom-built sizes are available in widths up to 130 feet and heights up to 40 feet — engineered to meet exact project specifications.
Materials and Finishing Options
You can choose from steel, aluminum, or woodgrain cladding with glass inserts and a range of insulation packages, colors, industrial coatings, and architectural finishes.
The Engineering Behind Premier Hangar Doors
Our in-house engineering will deliver you a door unmatched in performance, durability, and reliability thanks to the following:
Structural Design and Components
Premier Hydraulic Doors are designed using the best components for a clean, polished final look.
- Heavy-duty construction: Welded structural steel frames, industrial-grade solid steel hinges, optimized hydraulic cylinders for long-term performance.
- Weather-tight sealing: Integrated perimeter seals and dual-locking hydraulic cylinders provide maximum wind, water, and thermal resistance.
- One-piece design: Single-panel construction ensures maximum interior clearance and clean aesthetics with minimal maintenance.
- In-jamb installation: Ensures a weather-tight seal with seamless integration.
Performance Metrics and Testing
All our hydraulic aircraft hangar doors are built to meet or exceed local code requirements. We fabricate to ensure all wind load, safety, seismic, fire, energy, and other standards are met. Our hydraulic doors are engineered for high-cycle use, and we test them under real-world conditions before shipping.
What to Expect From the Installation Process
We can design and build your new hangar door to integrate into a new hangar build or retrofit your current building, converting from your old door into the next generation of automation.
New Construction Integration
We’ll work with your architect and builders to ensure your new hangar door is perfectly planned, manufactured, and installed into your new build.
Retrofit Solutions for Existing Hangars
We’ll assess your current structure and coordinate with structural engineers, builders, electricians, and others to fit your new door.
Request Your Custom Aircraft Hangar Door Consultation
Whether you’re housing a single prop plane or managing a fleet of corporate jets, Premier’s hydraulic hangar doors and automated hangar door systems deliver the performance you need with the look you want. Our doors are designed with aviation-specific challenges in mind — giving you better access, increased headroom, and a modern, professional finish. Schedule a consultation today to discuss your requirements or give us a call at 320-562-2222.