3 things you should pay attention to when installing automatic doors

Many companies, institutions and housing associations have a lot of passenger traffic through the doors of the building every day. To ensure smooth passenger traffic, automatic doors can be an ideal solution, but before your housing association or company has automatic doors installed, you should consider a number of things. We have collected our security experts' 3 best recommendations, read on here.

What is door automation?

First and foremost – What exactly is automatic door control?Door automation or door control includes both door closers and door pumps, which open and close doors. Door control is available in both mechanical and electronic versions. The mechanical door pump ensures that the door closes mechanically and is therefore ideal for interior and exterior doors that you do not want to be open all the time. The electronic door automation system opens and closes the doors. In this post, we will primarily go through what you need to be aware of if you have electronic door automation installed.

What you need to be aware of when installing an automatic door or gate

1. Residents and users

When installing automatic doors, it is essential to consider the users and their diverse needs. This imposes certain requirements on safety and automation. There will be a significant difference between who uses automatic doors in a housing association and in an office environment. In a housing association, residents of all ages and with special needs must be taken into account. Older people may need extra time to get through the door without the risk of being hit by it. Children, on the other hand, do not always think about danger zones. It is therefore important to accommodate all users with special needs.

2. Safety and danger zones

With an automatic door, there are a number of danger zones you need to be aware of in your housing association or company. The swing area, the area behind the door, and the area between the door frame and the door leaf can be particularly dangerous for users. In the door's swing area, people or objects can be hit by the door. Therefore, it must be ensured that the door stops before a collision. In addition, it is important to ensure that the door does not close too quickly and not before people have passed through completely. In such cases, the door must stop and possibly reopen. Behind the door, there may be a risk of being crushed, as objects or people can get caught between the door and the wall. It is therefore important that the door stops before the person or object is hit. In addition, there is a risk of fingers and hands getting caught between the door frame and the door leaf when the door opens or closes. It is important that the automatic door stops if we insert our hand between the door and the door frame. The installation of safety sensors ensures that the door does not hit residents or objects. However, this requires that the sensors are set correctly and communicate with the machine that controls the opening and closing.

3. Statutory safety standards & maintenance

In 2013, EU standard DS/EN 16005 came into force. It covers all new automatic door systems and stipulates that automatic doors may only be put into operation if they comply with DS/EN 16005. The DS/EN 16005 standard requires an annual inspection to ensure that safety is always maintained. Once the installation of door pumps is complete, it is therefore important to consider servicing and how to maintain the installation. To ensure safety at all times, it is recommended that the door automation system be checked every 6 months, as the door changes with temperature and humidity. Door automation should be adjusted regularly to ensure comfortable closing. This prevents wear on doors and fittings. It is therefore important that service intervals are observed to ensure the longest possible service life. If the door pump, closer, or automation is located outdoors, it is recommended that all moving metal parts be lubricated. Aluminum and plastic parts should not be lubricated. In addition to a lubricated door pump/door closer, it is important that the door runs smoothly and that the hinges and lock case are lubricated, as otherwise the door pump/closer will not be able to close the door properly. In addition, screws may become loose over time or need to be replaced. Any loose screws must then be retightened. Regular service visits ensure that the door pump, closer, or automatic system functions smoothly and safely for users throughout the year.

Do you need automatic doors in your company or housing association?

KEYPARTNER installs and assembles automatic doors in both businesses and housing associations. This applies to both electronic automatic doors and standard mechanical door pumps. Our installations comply with all standards and are CE marked. We guarantee you the best guidance and solution for your new automatic door. We carry out all types of installations and have extensive experience with special solutions that take into account the needs of all users. We are also happy to meet with you, whether at board meetings, general meetings, or in another context.

Let KEYPARTNER take care of the maintenance of the door automation and maintain the safety of users

Doors are exposed to wind and weather all year round, which causes the materials to behave differently. To ensure that the doors function optimally, they should be inspected every six months. Ideally in July and December. There are several good reasons to maintain and repair the building's exterior doors. Door automation systems will last for several years if they are regularly maintained. A well-maintained exterior door is also important for the appearance of the building. It is one of the first things that customers, family, and others see when they arrive. If door automation systems are not maintained, in the worst case, consequential damage may occur, which can be expensive to repair. In addition to ensuring that the door automation sensors are set correctly during a service inspection, KEYPARTNER's technicians map out future repairs to prevent minor damage from developing and becoming more expensive and much larger repairs. At the same time, KEYPARTNER's technicians check all screws and fittings and replace any that are necessary.  During the service visit, KEYPARTNER also ensures that all relevant parts are lubricated.