SIDE MOUNT OR JACKSHAFT GARAGE DOOR OPENERS IN UTAH

SIDE MOUNT MOTORS

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Side-Mount Garage Door Motor Mounting

EASY ACCESS

LiftMaster jackshaft operators mount beside the door and turn the torsion shaft to raise and lower commercial overhead doors. This side-mount layout keeps the center of the ceiling clear and suits spaces with high-lift track, tight headroom, or busy overhead workflows.

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What You Get, Step by Step

Side Mount Installation

Fit & Clearance

Consider Space Needs

Mounts beside the door, leaving the ceiling area open
Connects at the torsion shaft for direct door movement
Works with high-lift layouts where rail setups get awkward

We size and place the operator so the door clears everything cleanly.

Controls & Use

Daily Operation Considerations

Wall control where the door is visible during movement
Simple open/close access without a long ceiling rail
Clear manual operation path for power outages and lockouts

We set controls and access points so staff use the door confidently.

Service Essentials

Keeping Things Running

Tidy wiring and labeled components for faster troubleshooting
Opener setup aligned with door balance for correct travel
Parts and adjustments handled without dismantling ceiling hardware

If something acts up, we fix it fast and leave the setup easy to service.

Side-Mount Garage Door Motor Advantages

Choosing Motors

A side-mount jackshaft operator solves the problem of a long rail and motor hanging over the door. The ceiling stays open for lighting, storage racks, sprinklers, ductwork, cameras, and vehicle clearance. The drive mounts at the wall by the torsion shaft and connects directly to the shaft, so vertical-lift and high-lift doors stay clean and uncluttered. Mounting works on either side of the door when the layout calls for it.

Planning centers on open side-room next to the shaft, a solid mounting surface that holds alignment, and a clean path for power and control wiring without crossing the door’s travel area. Controls belong where operators see the full opening and the approach lane, so the door moves when the area is actually clear. Manual operation stays accessible so the door stays usable during outages, lockouts, and after-hours access.