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Opening the Door to Safer, More Efficient Retail and Supermarket Operations

| Ivana | Partner Content

In today’s fast-paced retail and supermarket environments, where efficiency, hygiene, and safety are non-negotiable, the right entrance systems can make a significant difference. From loading bays to cold rooms and customer access points, every door plays a role in maintaining temperature control, operational flow, and compliance.

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For over 35 years, Maxiflex has been at the forefront of providing engineered entrance solutions that meet the demanding needs of the retail and food industries across Southern Africa. As a leading supplier of turnkey industrial entrance systems, Maxiflex combines global technology with local expertise to help retailers enhance safety, improve energy efficiency, and streamline operations.

Trusted Expertise and a National Footprint

With offices in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Port Elizabeth, and service extending into neighbouring countries, Maxiflex offers unmatched regional support. Our experienced team manages every stage of a project — from consultation and design to installation and after-sales service — ensuring a reliable and seamless experience.

As an official distributor for world-leading brands such as ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems and Teckentrup Door Solutions, Maxiflex brings proven, high-performance technologies to the African market. In addition to these global brands, Maxiflex also manufactures a range of locally produced products, ensuring flexible, cost-effective solutions tailored to local market needs. From PVC strip curtains to impact doors and protective screens, these homegrown innovations deliver durability, hygiene, and value to a wide range of retail applications.

Our products are trusted across sectors including supermarkets, food processing, distribution centres, and cold storage facilities, where consistent performance and hygiene standards are critical.

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Smarter Solutions for Every Entrance

Maxiflex’s comprehensive product range is designed to optimise the flow of goods, people, and vehicles throughout retail and supermarket operations.

  • High-speed doors – These advanced doors provide fast, controlled access for high-traffic areas, reducing air exchange and maintaining temperature zones. Ideal for back-of-house operations, cold rooms, or logistics areas, high-speed doors improve energy efficiency and hygiene by minimising contamination risks.
  • PVC strip curtains and impact doors – Practical and durable, these solutions are widely used in cold rooms, food preparation zones, and staff-only areas. They provide insulation and noise reduction while allowing easy movement of trolleys and staff.
  • Sectional doors – Maxiflex’s industrial sectional doors offer durability, insulation, and smooth operation, making them a dependable choice for loading areas and back-of-store access points.
  • Loading Dock systems – Efficient goods receiving is vital to supermarket operations. Maxiflex supplies dock levellers, shelters, and loading dock accessories that enhance safety and reduce downtime, helping retailers move stock faster and more safely.
  • Automated and secure solutions – From entrance automation to remote monitoring, Maxiflex offers integrated systems that improve access control and operational reliability, tailored to the demands of busy retail environments.

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Built on Quality, Innovation, and Service

Every Maxiflex product is backed by technical expertise and after-sales support, ensuring long-term performance and reliability. Whether the goal is to maintain cold-chain integrity, improve customer flow, or reduce maintenance costs, Maxiflex works closely with clients to design solutions that deliver measurable results.

Our locally manufactured PVC strip curtains and protective screens have become industry standards, combining durability with hygiene control — essential for environments handling food and perishables.

Opening the Door to Better Business

As the retail and supermarket industry evolves, efficiency, sustainability, and compliance are more important than ever. With decades of experience and a commitment to engineering excellence, Maxiflex continues to open doors to smarter, safer, and more productive operations.

Whether you’re upgrading a single cold room or equipping a nationwide distribution network, Maxiflex delivers doors and dock systems built to perform — today and for years to come.

Maxiflex – Opening the door to better business.
Visit http://www.maxiflex.co.zato learn more.

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