The intelligent operator system for maximum reliability
Garage Door Operators from SOMMER
Premium Security
Smart Technology
Seamless Integration
All our garage door operators feature SOMMER's travelling motor operator system, designed to deliver smooth and consistent door movement.
The motor carriage travels along a tensioned chain, helping to minimise friction and power loss while requiring minimal maintenance.
SOMMER base+ or pro+ — which suits your garage?
Two smart solutions. Two installation styles. Choose the SOMMER garage door operator that best suits your space, power supply and preferred finish.
| Feature | SOMMER base+ | SOMMER pro+ |
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| Style |
Stylish, integrated design Control housing neatly positioned at the end of the rail. |
Minimalist overhead appearance Separate control unit can be positioned away from the rail. |
| Control Unit Position | Fixed to the end of the ceiling-mounted rail. | Separate control unit can be mounted on the wall or ceiling to suit the garage layout. |
| Power Point Location | Requires a suitable power point near the ceiling-mounted control unit. | No ceiling-mounted power point required when a suitable existing wall power point can be used.* |
| Wall Space | Keeps walls free of a separate control housing. | Places the control unit conveniently on the wall, with built-in push-button operation. |
| Ideal Installation | Garages with a suitable overhead power point and customers who prefer an integrated arrangement. | Garages where power is available on the wall, or where flexible control placement is a priority. |
| Why Choose It? | A neat overhead installation that keeps the operator and control housing together. | Greater installation flexibility, accessible wall controls and a cleaner overhead finish. |
The base+ brings the control housing and rail together in a tidy ceiling-mounted arrangement. It is a practical choice for garages with an existing overhead power point, keeping wall space clear and delivering a clean, coordinated finish.
Choose base+ if you want:
- A stylish operator with an integrated control housing.
- To make use of a suitable existing ceiling power point.
- To keep garage walls free of a separate control unit.
The pro+ gives you more freedom to position the control unit where it suits the garage. Mount it on the wall near a suitable existing power point to simplify access to the built-in controls and keep the overhead installation visually streamlined.
Choose pro+ if you want:
- A minimalist overhead appearance with the control housing mounted on the wall.
- To use a suitable wall power point, potentially avoiding an additional ceiling outlet.*
- Convenient push-button operation from the wall-mounted control unit.
- More flexibility when planning the installation.
Choose Your operator
Residential
German Reliability
Direct Drive Technology
Easy to Install
Sommer’s Base+ Operator
- Roof Mounted GPO
- Residential Application
- Roof-Mounted Control Unit
- Single Door, Double Door & Oversized
- Intelligent, responsive control technology
- Low wear and robust build
- Powerful traveling motor
- Extremely low power consumption
- Partial opening options
- Light control with LED lighting in traveling operator
- Forced entry detection, generating counter-pressure with high self-locking force during vandal attempts
Technical Data
- Environmental Friendly: In power saving mode, consumption is less than 1 watt, resulting in inexpensive operation.
- The integrated emergency release allows the motor carriage to be engaged or disengaged in any position, and for emergency egress in event of power failure.
- Intelligent control technology - self learning, adapting required force to external conditions for reliable operation
- Integrated LED lighting is equipped with 6 individual LED’s, ensuring optimum lighting during gage door travel
- In the event of power failure, the operator can be run in emergency mode with an optional backup battery (ACCU)
- Universal with various door types, suited for sectional doors, overhead doors, up-and-over doors, side-opening sectional doors etc.
SOMMER Base+ Garage Door Openers
Sommer’s Pro+ Operator
- Wall Mounted GPO
- Residential Application
- Intelligent, responsive control technology
- Low wear and robust build
- Powerful traveling motor
- Extremely low power consumption
- Partial opening options
- Light control with LED lighting in traveling operator
- Forced entry detection, generating counter-pressure with high self-locking force during vandal attempts
- Separate control unit that can be installed on the ceiling or wall
- Integrated open/close buttons on the control unit for convenience
- Enables easy transition when replacing a roller door with a sectional door
Technical Data
- Environmental Friendly: In power saving mode, consumption is less than 1 watt, resulting in inexpensive operation.
- The integrated emergency release allows the motor carriage to be engaged or disengaged in any position, and for emergency egress in event of power failure.
- Intelligent control technology - self learning, adapting required force to external conditions for reliable operation
- Integrated LED lighting is equipped with 6 individual LED’s, ensuring optimum lighting during gage door travel
- In the event of power failure, the operator can be run in emergency mode with an optional backup battery (ACCU)
- Universal with various door types, suited for sectional doors, overhead doors, up-and-over doors, side-opening sectional doors etc.
SOMMER Pro+ Garage Door Openers
Certified for More Than 1,800 Garage Doors
Universal operator for sectional doors, overhead doors, swing doors, up-and-over doors and side sectional doors.
Powerful operation for demanding garage door applications.
Suitable for garage doors up to 8 metres wide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about SOMMER garage door operators, installation and everyday use.
SOMMER garage door operators are compatible with almost every garage door. Our gate operators are suitable for new construction, for modernization or for subsequent installation. Whether sectional door, overhead door, up-and-over door, side sectional door or all-round door. Garage door operators from SOMMER are certified with over 5,000 door operator combinations from various well-known manufacturers. The SOMMER pro+ garage door operator is also suitable for use on swing gates.
Yes, a garage door can be retrofitted with an electric garage door operator on a sectional door, up-and-over door, roller door or swing door. In our article Retrofitting a garage door operator, we explain how a garage door operator can be retrofitted and what you should pay attention to.
You can find detailed step-by-step instructions and videos on how to teach in a hand-held transmitter on a garage door operator in our article on learning a hand-held transmitter on a SOMMER garage door operator.
SOMMER garage door operators are tested and certified according to strict guidelines. Our garage door operators are developed and manufactured in Kirchheim unter Teck – Made in Germany. The motor carriage moves on a tensioned chain, so there is no loss of friction or power. SOMMER’s gear-saving technology is completely maintenance-free. Our garage door operators are also equipped with automatic obstacle detection for more security.
Electric garage door operators from SOMMER are operated using a hand-held transmitter using a specially developed radio system. The secure radio system enables convenient opening and closing via radio. The electric garage door operator from SOMMER consists of a carriage, a runner and a controller. The track is attached to the ceiling and the carriage is connected to the garage door. Depending on the type of garage door drive, the control housing can be mounted flexibly. The SOMMER pro+ garage door operator offers the option of installing the garage door control on the ceiling, on the rail or on the wall. If the garage door drive is installed and receives a radio signal, the carriage moves forwards or backwards to open or close the garage door.
No, that is not necessary with SOMMER garage door operators. The chain is maintenance-free and must not be oiled, so there are no oil stains on your vehicle or garage door.
A garage door operator, garage door opener or overhead tractor is a powered device that uses an electric motor to open and close garage doors. The garage door drive is usually controlled by radio and enables convenient driving in and out in wind and weather. Depending on the type, garage door drives can be used for sectional doors, overhead doors, overhead doors, up-and-over doors, side sectional doors, all-round doors and swing doors. Expandable accessories can provide even more safety and comfort via Plug&Play.