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Choosing High-Quality Doors and Frames for Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities 

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Are you searching for reliable, top-of-the-line doors and frames for your water or wastewater treatment facility? Look no further! At Special-Lite, we specialize in providing durable, corrosion-resistant solutions designed specifically for the unique challenges treatment plants face. This blog post will explore the importance of high-quality commercial doors and frames in water treatment facilities and how they can enhance security, safety, and efficiency while reducing maintenance costs. Let’s get into it! 

Understanding the Challenges 

Water and wastewater treatment plants are demanding environments that pose various challenges to commercial doors and frames. These challenges include: 

1. Corrosion: Over time, exposure to chemicals, moisture, and gases can cause rust and deterioration of steel doors and frames, compromising their integrity and performance. 

2. Hygiene: Strict hygiene and sanitation protocols are crucial in treatment plants to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and viruses. Doors must be designed for easy cleaning and sanitization to help maintain a hygienic environment. 

3. Temperature and Humidity Control: Wastewater treatment plants generate heat and humidity. That takes a toll on doors and frames if they are not specifically engineered to withstand these conditions.  

4. Security and Access Control: Unauthorized access to restricted areas can lead to potential hazards and compromise the facility’s security. Doors must remain secure for effective access management. Integrate with access control systems for an additional layer of security. 

5. Safety: In hazardous treatment plant environments, damaged or difficult-to-operate doors pose safety risks, especially during emergencies. Doors should be reliable and easy to use to ensure the safety of personnel and the facility. 

A tall green building with an exterior facing door built with an orange door face and frame.
An SL-16 Aluminum Flush Door with a painted finish at the Ina Road Water Reclamation Facility in Tucson, Arizona.

Choosing Custom Solutions 

To overcome these challenges, selecting high-quality doors and frames specifically designed for water and wastewater treatment plants is crucial. Here’s why you should choose Special-Lite: 

1. Corrosion Resistance: Our doors are highly resistant to chemicals, humidity, and extreme temperatures, ensuring they will not rust or rot over time. This durability ensures long-lasting performance and reduces the need for frequent replacements. 

2. Ease of Cleaning: We understand the importance of maintaining a hygienic environment in treatment plants. Our doors and frames are easy to clean, sanitize, and resistant to mold or mildew, making them ideal for maintaining strict hygiene standards. 

3. Low Maintenance: With our commercial fiberglass (FRP) and aluminum doors and frames, say goodbye to time-consuming painting, as they resist scratches, dents, and other damage. This low-maintenance feature saves you valuable time and reduces maintenance costs. 

4. Enhanced Security: Our doors resist impacts, vandalism, and break-ins, providing an extra layer of security for your facility. Rest easy knowing that your buildings are well-protected against unauthorized access. 

5. Customization: We offer various colors, finishes, and hardware options to match your facility’s design and aesthetic requirements. Create a cohesive look while maintaining the highest standards of functionality and durability. 

6. Warranty: We stand behind the quality of our products. Peace of mind comes from knowing your investment is protected with our uncomplicated, 10-year, 100% parts and labor warranty. 

An exterior door with a tan face sheet next to a roll up door that is partially raised.
An SL-17 Hybrid FRP Door with an Aluminum Tube Frame and FRP Architectural Panels.

Let Us Help You Today! 

Ready to upgrade your water or wastewater treatment facility with the perfect door system? Our team of experts is here to assist you. We take pride in delivering exceptional customer service, from design to installation, ensuring your doors remain fully operational, and providing your facility with the highest level of protection. By choosing our commercial fiberglass, FRP, and aluminum doors and frames, you’ll experience remarkable durability, improved efficiency, and reduced energy usage. Say goodbye to hours spent on repairs and refinishing! 

Optimize your facility’s security, safety, and efficiency with our high-quality doors and frames. Contact us today!

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Special-Lite offers many custom options; these oversized SL-17 Hybrid FRP Doors were built with a monorail cutout.
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