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When comparing quotes for automatic door or roller shutter work, it can be tempting to focus on the lowest figure. For some jobs, that may seem like the simplest way to make a decision. However, with automatic doors, shutters and entrance systems, the safest and most reliable option is not always the cheapest one on…

What are DDA compliant automatic doors? DDA compliant automatic doors generally refer to automatic doors that help make a building more accessible for disabled users. This may include wheelchair users, people with reduced mobility, older visitors, people using walking aids, parents with prams, staff carrying equipment and anyone who may struggle with a heavy manual…

An automatic door works by using sensors or activation devices to detect when someone approaches. The sensor sends a signal to the door control unit, which activates the operator and motor to open the door safely. Safety sensors then help prevent the door from closing while someone is passing through. Once the doorway is clear,…

Automatic doors are used every day in commercial buildings, often hundreds or even thousands of times. When they are working well, they make access simple. When they fail, they can quickly affect safety, security, accessibility and the way a building operates. For facilities managers, estates teams and business owners, automatic door maintenance should be part…

Changing facilities management providers is a normal part of building operations. Contracts are regularly reviewed, suppliers change, and new teams take over responsibility for maintaining sites. However, during these transitions, smaller operational details can sometimes be overlooked. One of the most common examples is automatic door servicing. Automatic entrance systems often sit at the intersection…

Many organisations install an automatic door or push-pad system and assume their building is now accessible. The door opens automatically, the equipment works, and from a surface level, the entrance appears to support disabled access. However, installation alone does not necessarily mean an entrance is compliant with accessibility guidance in the UK. True accessibility requires…