Central States launches sentry doors and hallway systems

The Central States Sentry™ roll-up doors and hallway systems for self-storage applications are now in full production and available anywhere Central States products are sold.

Central States Manufacturing announces a product line of roll-up doors and hallway systems, furthering its leadership in self-storage metal building solutions. The Central States Sentry™ roll-up doors and hallway systems for self-storage applications are now in full production and available anywhere Central States products are sold, including Metal Central retail locations, as part of Building Works complete metal building systems and self-storage building packages, and as an addition to Elevate Structures' offering.  Building professionals can now get even more of their metal needs met with Central States' extensive product line, with single-source solutions for various metal applications.   

"As a developer, we did not want to get stuck with the 'old standard. We knew there was something better available," Brad Simmons, owner of Storage Center+ in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky said. "We love the new Sentry 6500 door design – heavier gauge material, a better spring system and a new design built for the win. These 6500 doors operate noticeably smoother than our other properties' doors – they are quieter and feel better. We feel good about the Sentry product – it was the right decision for our Phase 1, and we have Sentry doors and hallways spec'd for our next five buildings in the design stage now."   

The Central States Sentry products feature innovations that provide customer value and extend the useful life of the product:  

• Strong: The high-carbon pre-galvanized steel alloy springs are pre-coated and adhere to ASTM 228 standards, which outperforms traditional oil-tempered springs in fatigue, shear and tensile strength tests. The springs do not require greasing. The superior 26-gauge, double-seamed curtain is durable and more resistant to environmental damage.
• Easy install: The slotted system does not require bolts to affix the door to the guide. The bracket and latch attach to the door, and the hardware is packed by unit and does not require counting hardware on the job site. Same-sized fasteners require fewer tools, which makes installation hassle-free.
• Easy match colors: The standard 32-color options include perfect matches of popular industry colors and are backed by a 40-year film integrity warranty. The stainless-steel latches accept all commercial key locks and padlocks, with a punch pattern that integrates with various Bluetooth® latches in the market.
• Flexible design: Ranging up to 10' in height and width to 10', the doors can be customized for various openings. The hallway system is engineered to customers' unique specifications, ranging from corrugated to flush, and can be used for new buildings and conversions of existing structures to self-storage use.
• Lightweight and durable: An aluminum-extruded bottom bar with bulb astragal avoids rust, extending the door's life while providing a lighter touch.   

"We are thrilled to introduce our new line of doors and hallways designed specifically for storage solutions," Central States Manufacturing President Tim Ruger said. "The Sentry family of products represents our ongoing commitment to innovation and quality, ensuring our customers have access to the best products for their needs."  

As the industry leader, Central States is a quality-focused innovator with a culture of continuous improvement. The company is 100% employee-owned and prioritizes customer experience and enhanced business value. For customer convenience, Central States is the only national metal manufacturer delivering roll-up doors, metal frames, roofing and wall panels as a single-source supplier, giving a customer a full line of high-quality products that stand the test of time and offer peace of mind. Self-storage developers, contractors and erectors, and owners will appreciate the ease of purchase, quality product and partnership for which Central States is known.  

For more information about this offering, see https://centralstatesco.com/products, contact your sales representative at Central States Manufacturing, Metal Central, Central States Building Works or Elevate Structures. 

About Central StatesManufacturing, Inc.

Central States, Inc. (www.centralstatesco.com) is 100% employee-owned and was founded in 1988. With over 1,200 employee-owners and 11 manufacturing facilities in 2024, the company serves over 6,000 commercial, architectural, post-frame and residential contractors and customers across the United States across three business operating units. Central States Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of metal building components with 17 metal roofing and wall panel profiles and a full line of trim, accessories and structural purlin. Two new factories are under construction, including a-frame and structural steel plant for pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB). Central States Building Works provides material-only building packages for self-storage and metal building systems. In 2023, Central States acquired Elevate Structures (formerly Storage Structures, Inc.), a leader in self-storage, offering the patented Alpha Framing System™.