Overhead door lock with automated locking and integrated detection systems

Abstract

A door lock for use with an overhead door having a plurality of rollers or a bar moving along a track, includes a movable latch and a release mechanism. The movable latch is associated with the track and biased toward a door-locking position. The latch is configured to allow at least one of the rollers or bar to pass the latch as the overhead door closes. The latch is also configured to engage a roller or bar to prevent movement past the latch as the overhead door attempts to open. The release mechanism is mechanically coupled to the latch for withdrawing the latch from the track to allow the roller or bar to pass by the latch and the overhead door to open. A door position sensor is also disclosed including a movable lever and an electronic means for sensing the position of the lever.

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