Clopay, a key manufacturing partner of First Choice Garage Doors, has secured the Best of IBS™ Award at the International Builders' Show for the second straight year. The award recognizes Clopay's innovative Avante® garage door equipped with C-Power™ enabled Click-to-Conceal™ Panels, a groundbreaking advancement that transforms garage door functionality in modern homes.
The C-Power™ technology supplies electrical power directly to the moving panels of the garage door, an industry-first platform that unlocks new possibilities. Its inaugural application, Click-to-Conceal™ Panels, allows the glass panels to shift from transparent to opaque at the press of a wireless remote. Homeowners can enjoy natural light and outdoor views when desired, while ensuring privacy and security as needed, turning the garage into a versatile living or entertainment area.
"Receiving the Best of IBS award is significant as it acknowledges not just a product, but a vision for the future," said Victor Weldon, President and CEO of Clopay Corporation. "Delivering power directly to the panels paves the way for innovations our industry has yet to witness. The Click-to-Conceal Panels are merely the beginning."
The award-winning door is featured in the 2026 NAHB New American Home, presented during IBS, highlighting the latest in residential construction and design. As a trusted installer of Clopay products, First Choice Garage Doors is offering these innovations to homeowners, builders, and commercial clients across Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina.
"Clopay consistently expands the horizons of what garage doors can provide to homeowners," said Mariah H., COO of First Choice Garage Doors. "We take pride in collaborating with a manufacturer that is at the forefront of both innovation and design."
First Choice Garage Doors specializes in residential and commercial garage door installation, repair, and replacement, helping customers select products that blend durability, energy efficiency, and contemporary aesthetics. The company serves clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region with reliable manufacturers and high-quality products to ensure enduring performance and customer satisfaction.
