Frequently Asked Questions

Regular maintenance is crucial in order to guarantee the smooth operation of automatic doors. This encompasses tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and conducting inspections. It is highly recommended to establish a maintenance agreement with a skilled technician.

Our PPM maintenance service is meticulously designed to guarantee that your property or asset maintains its utmost value and functions at optimal efficiency. Our primary focus is on preserving everything in perfect working condition and upholding the highest standards of safety for an extended period of time.

We provide a 24/7 responsive call-out service, ensuring we are always available. The call-out charge includes travel expenses and the first hour spent on site. If any additional parts are needed, we will contact you beforehand to provide a quote and obtain your approval before proceeding with the work.

In the majority of cases, we can retroactively install automatic doors to existing manual door systems. We would be delighted to discuss and provide you with a personalized quotation to provide the optimal solution for your premises.

This will depend on your requirements. For a durable, reliable, and unobtrusive automatic door; an automatic sliding door is an excellent choice. They are ideal for supermarkets and large shopping centres and can be opened numerous times a day. Swing doors are great for smaller shops and businesses and can be motion activated or operated by a push pad. To create an attractive focal point to a building, automatic revolving doors can be used. They are often seen in hotels, banks, and shopping centres, providing convenient access and a stylish aesthetic.

Indeed, it is possible to personalize automatic doors in various aspects such as design, finishes, glazing, and materials to harmonize with the architectural aesthetics of a structure.

Modern automatic doors have been specifically engineered to prioritize energy efficiency. By utilizing advanced sensors, these doors are able to minimize the duration for which they remain open, thereby conserving energy and ensuring that indoor building temperatures are maintained at optimal levels.

Yes, automatic doors are an excellent choice when disabled access is required. At ADC, all our automatic doors are DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) compliant to ensure that your business’ entrance is easily accessible.

Health and safety regulations state that all automatic doors require comprehensive annual maintenance. A regular service contract with ADC will ensure that your automatic doors work safely and efficiently, helping you to comply with industry regulations.

Very important. All professional automatic door installers must be ADSA (Automatic Door Suppliers Association) accredited. ADSA promotes safety, reliability, and quality; and sets rigorous standards across the construction industry.

BS EN 16005 is the British and European standard for automatic doors. All doors installed or maintained since 10th April 2013 must meet BS EN 16005 standards. At ADC, our engineers are trained to be fully compliant with all the latest industry regulations.

Automatic door operators offer a convenient solution for all, enhancing the satisfaction of both employees and visitors. Even for those without physical disabilities, manual doors can pose a challenge when carrying heavy bags or pushing a stroller or cart. Additionally, children or individuals lacking strength may struggle to open them. By installing automatic door operators, accidents and frustrations can be minimized, as hands-free options are available at front entrances and high-traffic doors.

All ADC installations are under warranty for one year from the date of installation. We also offer a comprehensive annual service contract to ensure that your automatic door is in the best working order.

If power is interrupted, automatic doors can be manually opened. A back-up battery system can also be installed in case of power failure.

With an ADC service contract, we’ll ensure that your automatic doors function smoothly and efficiently. In case of product failure, we offer a 24/7 call-out service 365 days a year. We provide excellent response times to help you to get back up and running as quickly as possible.

Automatic doors can be installed in almost any building. Hotels, shopping centres, airports, supermarkets, hospitals, schools, offices, museums, banks. Automatic doors can be bespoke designed to meet your business’ needs.

When you want convenient access to your business premises, automatic doors are the choice for the 21st century. If you have any further questions about automatic door installation contact ADC today. Call us on 0800 0461 105 or send us a message online.

Our engineers are trained to service and repair all models and makes of automatic doors.

Every 6 months a check should be carried out by someone qualified, on the proper working of the safety devices and service of the automation devices.

Many people wonder if these doors can be opened manually in the event of a power failure or other emergency situation. The answer is yes – automatic doors can be opened manually and will function as manual doors in the event of a power failure.