I could understand all interlock components needing replacement due to corrosion, and even the door operator itself, but the tracks would have to be rusted or corroded pretty bad and interfering with free door roller operation to need replacement. It could be, but the video you mention isn’t here.
Ahhh I see it now. Thanks for reposting the video. Yes, those tracks (at least the one in the video) certainly shows more than just minor surface rust. Pitting is visible as well and the door hardware which shows the effects of sea air/moisture can be problematic. Call backs or shutdowns due to door troubles with marginal equipment can be costly to the owner as well as the service provider and commonly lead to trust issues and billing disagreements between the two. Big pain to replace integral tracks which you have. So yes the proposal change out cost won’t be cheap. Hall door equipment and most likely car door equipment will show the same condition. As mentioned above, if moisture resistant door equipment is available, I’d certainly consider it. In this case assuming all equipment is in the same degrading condition, I’d side with the service provider.
Thanks - Are there different types of tracks we could use for the new ones? Or will there only be limited choices? These tracks lasted 20 years - so I guess I can't complain - but would like to replace them with something that will last. Can I replace these tracks with non-integral tracks to make things easier in the future? Thanks!
Remember; you’re ocean front, and most likely in 20 years it’ll look the same regardless of equipment manufacturer. That’s just my opinion based on location.
I’ve seen integral tracks replaced yes…with common type bolt on door equipment (GAL) but there are extra modifications to align or integrate old with new and it adds quite a bit to the labor portion of the bid. And if the hoistway side (hallway door equipment) is modded, the car side will have to be as well. I’m not even sure Otis would have a direct replacement 20 years later, but it might be worth looking into to save a ton of money with one phone call. But for the most part, GAL Manufacturing door equipment has remained nearly unchanged for over 30 years. There are available replacement parts for nearly all types of their door equipment, so they are a good choice. But again, Otis may offer a straight replacement as well with minimal corrections to existing equipment. Hard choices now, but whichever way you choose it’ll be easier in the future because it won’t be you choosing! Just kidding. So you’ve got a bit more homework to do, but you’re smart in asking for advice.
