FAAC offers ideal solutions for automating your garage door. Our systems are designed to provide maximum convenience while also meeting high standards for safety and energy efficiency.
FAAC garage door automation systems can be used in both residential and industrial settings, and are divided into two categories based on the type of door: sectional door automation and overhead (tilting) door automation.
Technology
Hydraulic and Electromechanical
These are the two core technologies behind today’s FAAC garage door automation systems.
Both are designed to meet specific needs and offer maximum flexibility across a wide range of applications.

Hydraulic
Hydraulic technology has always been a hallmark of FAAC excellence — and remains our flagship innovation. In fact, FAAC was the first to introduce it to the gate automation sector, back in 1965.
Applying hydraulics in this field requires the highest level of engineering and absolute precision during assembly.
This expertise allows us to offer all the advantages of hydraulic systems, which deliver outstanding performance across a wide range of applications.
- Exceptional durability: Service life up to 4 times longer than equivalent electromechanical systems.
- High power in a compact design: Delivers twice the force of electromechanical alternatives, while maintaining a compact footprint.
- Superior resistance:
Perfect for harsh and aggressive environments—dust, sand, salt—and for intensive use. - Maximum safety: Mechanical force adjustment via by-pass valves ensures safe and reliable operation.
- Easy maintenance: Simple to service and repair, with minimal effort required from technicians.
- Smooth, quiet movement:
Almost silent in operation, ensuring a more comfortable and refined user experience. -
Reversibility: Available with reversible operators—single or dual direction—for safe opening from either side.

Electromechanical
Electromechanical technology stands out for its simplicity. It was developed to meet the needs of those seeking automation systems with outstanding value for money.
In this solution, the components that transfer power from the motor to the gate leaf are mechanical, ensuring reliable and efficient operation.
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Excellent value for money: High-performing automation systems at competitive prices—ideal for those looking for efficiency and affordability.
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Simplicity of design: Essential, user-friendly design for easy operation and straightforward maintenance.
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Proven know-how: Backed by decades of experience and field-tested expertise, guaranteeing reliable performance.
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Extensive product range: Solutions tailored to various application needs, including integrated systems and special configurations.
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AC Motors
FAAC's journey began with hydraulic systems powered by alternating current (230V AC) motors. In these motors, the flow of current generates a rotating magnetic field within the stator, which drives the shaft and rotor.
In single-phase systems, a capacitor is connected between the stator windings to initiate rotation. These motors are equipped with integrated thermal protection that shuts off power in case of overload, ensuring maximum operational safety.
Despite technological advancements and the introduction of DC motors, AC motors remain widely used today—thanks to their proven reliability and consistent performance over time.

DC Motors
DC motors consist of a rotor powered via a brush collector and a stator that generates a constant magnetic field.
While they lack built-in physical thermal protection, FAAC systems feature electronic thermal protection, ensuring safe and reliable operation at all times.
By adjusting the supply voltage and current, both motor speed and torque can be precisely controlled.
Key advantages of DC motors include: precise control of force and speed, smooth acceleration and deceleration ramps for enhanced comfort, high energy efficiency, backup battery support to maintain operation during power outages.
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Accessories
Garage door automation accessories


FDS System
433 and 868 MHz 2- and 4-channel transmitter
Use frequency 433,92 - 868,35 MHz Type of code: FDS technology FDS = FAAC DIGITAL SIGNATURE: Radio protocol based on frequency modulation...


SLH LR System
433 and 868 MHz 2- and 4-channel transmitter
Use frequency: 868.35 MHz - 433,92 MHzType of code: SLH LR technology (FAAC Patent) SLH = SELF LEARNING HOPPING code: the code varies...


XP 20 D
Adjustable Wall Photocells
XP 20 D System with traditional 24V transmitter and receiver power supply. XP 20B D System with BUS 2easy power supply, just two 24V...


XP 30
Wall mounted Photocells
Perfectly slim, incredibly powerful. A range of 30 metres, and a depth of 21 millimetres. XP30 photocells are extremely compact. A 55 × 78...


XLED
Flashing Light
Italian design that integrates perfectly with all architecture styles. Equipped with 40 LEDs to ensure visibility, even in the middle of...


XTR B
TAG Reader - Electronic pulse generator
Sheer perfection All the smart features are enclosed into a strong Italian-design case. The XTR B is a high-quality reader. All contained...
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