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Automatic Sliding Doors

Automatic Sliding Doors

Creating inviting, modern entrances; automatic sliding doors are ideal for high-traffic environments and buildings where space is limited providing accessible, hands-free entry while creating a welcoming first impression. They can also be used internally to separate different areas.

Popular in retail, healthcare, education and public buildings; commercial automatic sliding doors make entrances easier to navigate for wheelchair users, people with walking aids or pushchairs, shoppers and delivery personnel. Helping to reduce the spread of germs, they are particularly suited to healthcare environments.

All our systems are custom-designed and manufactured in a wide range of styles and colours to suit your branding, operational needs and budget. We supply and install a wide range of automatic sliding door systems, including:

Our team will assess your building, traffic levels, accessibility objectives and security needs before recommending the most suitable solution.

The Benefits of Automatic Sliding Doors

  • Versatile integration with most entry facades, improving visual appeal
  • Improved customer flow
  • Easily combined with access control integrations for security
  • Designed to support compliance with relevant accessibility, health and safety requirements
  • Can be designed as fire exit doors (with features such as breakout and certification)
  • Enhanced security through high-quality construction and burglar-resistant features
  • Quiet operation
  • They reduce draughts and heat loss compared with manual entrances
  • Suitable for most door materials including timber, aluminium, glass (toughened, laminated, tinted and double-glazed units), and steel
  • Maximise available floor space by eliminating the need for swing clearance

Why Use Automatic Access?

As an independent company, we are free to choose the highest-quality products from the world’s leading manufacturers. All our automatic sliding doors comply with BS EN 16005.

Trained and accredited under the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) scheme, our servicing experience equips us with the industry knowledge required to select products that are safe and hardwearing to maximise your investment.

We also hold SafeContractor and CHAS accreditations, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety, and quality across all our operations.

Upgrading Existing Doors

For existing installations that require upgrades, why not try our retrofit kits? Designed to fit within most manufacturers’ operators, they allow us to replace only the damaged door or screen mechanism, rather than the entire operator. Existing back plates, covers and carriages remain in place, minimising disruption and preserving the building’s appearance.

As part of the package, safety and activation sensors are also upgraded – a cheaper alternative to a complete replacement.

A person walking out the building through automatic sliding doors

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Service, Maintenance & Repairs for Commercial Automatic Sliding Doors

Like all powered pedestrian doors, they require annual maintenance and inspection to ensure safe operation and compliance with current regulations. Servicing must be carried out and recorded by a qualified engineer to meet Workplace Health & Safety Machinery Regulations and BS EN 16005.

Our maintenance services include:

  • Planned preventative maintenance
  • BS EN 16005 inspections
  • Safety sensor testing
  • Door operator servicing
  • Fault diagnosis and repairs
  • Performance and safety checks

Regular servicing helps maintain reliable performance, minimise downtime and extend the life of your system. We also provide an emergency callout repair service.

FAQs

How will my sliding door be activated?

Typically, they are activated by sensors that detect personnel and objects within an adjustable range (automatic opening).

Alternatively, doors can be activated using push pads, access control systems or touch-free switches.

Will the doors use a lot of electricity?

They use minimal power to function and can help reduce energy and heat loss by ensuring your door is only opened when required and always returned to its fully closed position.

Are automatic sliding door systems suitable for fire-rated applications?

Yes, they can be integrated with fire alarm systems, and certified fire-rated sliding doors are available where a fire-resisting barrier is required. The right solution depends on your building’s fire strategy and application.

How much do automatic sliding doors cost?

Factors influencing overall cost include:

  • The size and configuration of the doorway
  • Door configuration and operating requirements
  • Glass specification and frame design
  • Access control integration
  • Specialist door requirements
  • Special structural considerations
  • Installation complexity
  • Servicing and maintenance requirements

Every project is different, so we recommend a free site survey to assess your building and provide an accurate quotation.

Are automatic sliding doors compliant with the Equality Act 2010?

Yes, we can help businesses meet their responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010 by providing safe, convenient and accessible access for building users.

However, a door is not automatically compliant simply because it is automated. It must be correctly specified, professionally installed and properly maintained.