The Avante garage door from Clopay Corporation has received the Best of IBS Award at the International Builders' Show for the second consecutive year, recognizing its innovative C-Power technology that delivers electrical power directly to moving door panels. This technological platform enables the door's Click-to-Conceal Panels to transition between transparent and opaque states using a wireless remote, allowing homeowners to control natural light, views, and privacy while creating versatile living spaces.
Victor Weldon, President and CEO of Clopay Corporation, emphasized the award's significance in acknowledging a vision for the future rather than just a product. "Delivering power directly to the panels paves the way for innovations our industry has yet to witness," Weldon stated. "The Click-to-Conceal Panels are merely the beginning." The technology represents an unprecedented advancement in garage door functionality that could transform how residential spaces are utilized.
The award-winning door is featured in the 2026 NAHB New American Home, which showcases the latest developments in residential construction and design presented during the International Builders' Show. As a trusted installer of Clopay products, First Choice Garage Doors is making these innovations available to homeowners, builders, and commercial clients across multiple states. Mariah H., COO of First Choice Garage Doors, noted that "Clopay consistently expands the horizons of what garage doors can provide to homeowners" through their commitment to innovation and design.
The C-Power technology platform enables the garage door to serve multiple functions beyond traditional entry and security. By allowing panels to become opaque when privacy is needed while maintaining transparency for natural light and views when desired, the technology transforms garage spaces into potential entertainment areas, home offices, or additional living spaces. This development comes as homeowners increasingly seek flexible, multi-functional spaces within their residences.
First Choice Garage Doors specializes in residential and commercial garage door installation, repair, and replacement services, helping customers select products that combine durability, energy efficiency, and contemporary aesthetics. The company serves customers across Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina through their website at https://firstchoicegaragedoorsinc.com. The recognition of Clopay's innovation at the International Builders' Show highlights how garage doors are evolving from purely functional elements to integrated components of home design and living experience.
