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Your Design and Build with Our Reliable Automation Is Sure to Turn Heads!

You have a window feature on your build that’s guaranteed to make a statement. To make the vision a reality, Architects, Designers, and Builders need automation with user-friendly technology and workhorse durability to bring it to life.

Without complicating your ‘to do’ list, this feature must be customized to meet your specific applications, while blending with your elegant concept.

Dreaming? Nope. We’ve got your back!

Effective specification in architecture is as much about problem-solving as it is about design aesthetic, but when an innovative option is versatile enough to cover a client’s need, design preference and building code, it’s a win/win!

Our team of experts has been designing, engineering, manufacturing, and servicing multi-slide and pivot door automation systems for over 20 years. This combination of experience and expertise allows us to provide reliable and high-quality automation at an affordable cost.

  • We provide our Builder, Architect, and Designer Partners with 24-hour support.
  • Our products are ETL listed and UL325 compliant, allowing the ease of safely specifying our systems at the beginning of the project.
  • We hold comprehensive training at our state-of-the-art facility.
  • We offer free product knowledge demonstrations at your facility.

No more trading off breathtaking views with unsightly security measures in your projects, builds, and designs. With our automation, there’s no compromise. We utilize:

  • Smart motion sensors.
  • Tamper-proof security code-operated boxes.
  • Secure phone apps and voice commands.

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FAQs for Architects

Can Summit Automation systems be integrated into different wall and structural conditions?

Yes. Summit Automation offers multiple motor configurations to accommodate a wide variety of construction methods and structural constraints, making it possible to automate large sliding and pivot door systems in most residential applications.

Depending on the project, the motor can be installed in several locations:

  • Standard Motor: Within a 10-inch minimum stud bay on either side of the opening or within a 10-inch extended pocket behind stacked doors.
  • K2 Motor: Between the flanges of an I-beam or inside a steel tube above the door opening—ideal when no stud bay is available.
  • FMS Motor: Mounted directly to the back jamb of the lead panel, making it an excellent solution for concrete or CMU construction.

The control box is typically installed in a nearby data, AV, or mechanical closet and can be located up to 100 feet from the door system.

Wall switches are generally installed on either side of the opening within the natural walking path, providing intuitive and convenient operation while complementing the home’s design.

Motion sensors are typically positioned within Track 2, centered on the lead panel at the exterior side of the door system. Additional sensors can be added to meet specific project requirements or homeowner preferences.

Absolutely. Summit Automation systems are highly configurable and can accommodate additional motion sensors, wall switches, and other control devices to meet the functional and aesthetic requirements of each project.

Ideally, automation should be specified during the design phase, before the doors are ordered. Early planning provides the greatest flexibility for motor placement, minimizes construction costs, and ensures the cleanest possible installation.

Yes. Many Summit Automation systems can be installed as retrofit solutions. However, incorporating automation during the design and construction phase generally provides greater installation flexibility, reduces labor costs, and minimizes modifications to the finished structure.

FAQs for Designers

Can automation be incorporated without compromising my design?

Absolutely. Summit Automation systems are designed to integrate discreetly into the home, allowing you to preserve your design vision while adding effortless functionality. Our flexible motor placement options accommodate a variety of structural conditions with minimal visual impact.

Yes. Automation eliminates the physical effort of opening and closing large, heavy door systems, giving you the freedom to design expansive openings that are as practical as they are beautiful.

Yes. Doors can be operated with wall switches, motion sensors, handheld remotes, voice commands, or integrated smart home systems, providing a simple and intuitive experience for homeowners of all ages.

Absolutely. Automated doors create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces, making patios, courtyards, and outdoor living areas feel like a natural extension of the home.

No. Summit Automation systems are designed to remain discreet, allowing the beauty of the architecture and the door system to take center stage while the technology operates quietly in the background.

Our systems can automate a wide variety of sliding, stacking, pocket, vertical lift, tilt-up, and pivot door systems, including large-format openings commonly found in luxury homes.

The earlier, the better. Planning for automation during the design phase provides the greatest flexibility, simplifies installation, and helps ensure the cleanest, most elegant integration into the finished home.

Automation transforms impressive architectural features into effortless everyday experiences. Homeowners enjoy the luxury of expansive glass openings, increased convenience, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and the confidence that even the largest doors can be operated with the touch of a button—or no touch at all.

Because exceptional design should never require compromise. Door automation allows you to create dramatic, light-filled spaces with expansive glass openings that are just as effortless to use as they are beautiful to look at. It gives your clients a luxury experience they’ll appreciate every day—not just when they first walk into the home.

FAQs for Builders

Who installs Summit Automation systems?

All Summit Automation systems are installed by factory-trained and Certified Installers who have completed our training and certification program. They understand our products, installation procedures, and commissioning requirements to ensure every system performs as designed.

Our certified installers follow a straightforward three-step process:

Job Walk – After framing and before the doors are installed, the installer evaluates the project and determines the optimal motor location.

Installation – The motor is installed, calibrated, and tested. The superintendent receives a video confirming proper operation before the motor is temporarily disabled during construction.

Final Trim & Commissioning – After the door installer completes final trim, the certified installer returns to install the controls and sensors, perform final calibration, and commission the system.

Ideally, automation should be considered before the doors are ordered. Early planning provides the greatest flexibility for motor placement, simplifies installation, and helps avoid costly modifications later in the project.

Summit Automation offers several motor configurations to accommodate different structural conditions:

Standard Motor: Fits within a 10-inch minimum stud bay on either side of the opening or within a 10-inch extended pocket behind stacked doors.

K2 Motor: Fits between the flanges of an I-beam or inside a steel tube above the door opening when no stud bay is available.

FMS Motor: Mounts directly to the back jamb of the lead panel, making it ideal for concrete or CMU construction.

No. Our installation process is designed to fit within the normal construction schedule. By coordinating the job walk, installation, and final commissioning at the appropriate stages, the automation system integrates smoothly with the overall build process.

Your local Summit Automation Certified Installer provides installation support and labor warranty service. In addition, Summit Automation stands behind every system with factory technical support and parts warranty coverage.

The warranty begins after the Certified Installer completes the final commissioning and officially turns the system over to the builder.

The Certified Installer warrants their installation labor, while Summit Automation provides a one-year warranty on all parts. An optional three-year extended parts warranty is also available for added peace of mind.

During the final visit, the Certified Installer installs all wall switches and sensors, performs the final calibration, verifies system performance, and turns the fully operational system over to the builder, ensuring it is ready for the homeowner.

Our Certified Installers have been specifically trained on Summit Automation products and installation procedures. They coordinate with your superintendent throughout the project, help avoid installation issues, and ensure the system is installed, calibrated, and commissioned correctly the first time—keeping your project on schedule and giving you confidence that the homeowner will receive a premium experience.

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