SteelBlue is proud to announce the launch of our 1270 Series door. Designed specifically for the booming boat and RV storage market, this innovative solution is set to lead the industry and meet the evolving needs of storage facility owners and their customers for decades ahead.

Meeting a Growing Market Demand

The recreational vehicle and boating industries have experienced unprecedented growth in recent years. As Bray Allen, our Chief Product Officer, notes, "We've taken a lot of time and effort, blood, sweat, and tears to put this product out there. And so I'm excited to see it actually hit the marketplace."

This excitement is well-founded. The Recreational Vehicle Industry Association reports that RV ownership has skyrocketed by over 62% in the past two decades, with an astounding 11.2 million households now owning RVs. Similarly, the recreational boating industry has seen a 35% increase in annual economic activity between 2018 and 2023.

Introducing the 1270 Series

The 1270 Series is our response to this steadily growing market. As Brett Barber, our Chief Commercial Officer, explains, "This is another part of our evolution, one of our core values in bringing new products to the market. And another step in us providing a vertically integrated solution to our customer base."

Why are our customers so excited about this release? It’s simple. SteelBlue now has the ability to fully support any new build project from top to bottom through our product line. No need to source different vendors for various door sizes, we’ve got you covered.

Key Features of the 1270 Series:

1. Versatility: Suitable for boats, RVs, farm equipment, and parking garages, with a maximum opening size of 14' x 14'.
2. Durability: Constructed with 26-gauge, Grade 80 prepainted steel curtain and robust structural components.
3. User-Friendly Design: Features simple tension adjustment and 4:1 or 8:1 chain hoist options.
4. Customization: Available in various colors with optional insulation.
5. Accessibility: Offers an optional ADA-compliant kit and motor operation for hands-free experience.

Innovative Engineering

We’d like to thank Brad Astolos, our Director of Engineering, for his contributions to making this door possible. When talking about the 1270 series, he shared some of its unique features like  stapling an anti-stretch nylon belting onto the edges of the curtain on the backs and the use of a custom dead axle assembly that ensures this door is one of the smoothest that you’ve ever rolled.

Also keep an eye out for our branded head stops! This attention to detail ensures not only smooth operation and longevity but with the added bonus of brand recognition across every facility we’re installed at.

Quality Assurance

Something that we will never compromise on is our commitment to quality. Bray Allen, emphasizes this: "We finished Q2 from the manufacturing quality aspect of it, we finished it, we're doing it right 99.6 percent of the time. And that's astonishing in a manufacturing environment."

This quality is backed by our three-year door warranty and up to 40-year film integrity on paint.

The Final Roll

With the launch of the 1270 Series, SteelBlue is proud to offer a complete, vertically integrated solution for all your storage needs. From standard mini storage doors to this new, robust boat and RV option, we’re ready to supply your next build.

We can't wait to see how the 1270 Series will elevate your storage game! Reach out and start your order here.