Quality Service and Maintenance for a Long Life of Automatic Doors
Automatic doors are access solutions that enhance the appearance of a building both in terms of design and the experience of those who enter. Often, they become a true business card for a building.
How Do You Take Care of the Investment You've Made in an Automatic Door?
Investing in an automatic door with a long lifespan is not to be overlooked, starting from a few thousand euros and reaching tens of thousands of euros, depending on size, level of customization, finishes, etc. Beyond the investment in the door itself, costs can increase due to the way it is used (improperly) or maintained.
Automatic doors should be checked by specialists every 6 months, on average. These routine checks allow for a correct diagnosis: whether the door needs immediate corrective intervention or routine maintenance.
The more intensively the automatic door is used, the more it requires careful supervision. Service specialists can also perform this type of risk assessment, which involves evaluating the frequency of necessary checks so that the door operates optimally.
Even though these routine checks may seem expensive, it is much more costly to let the problem escalate to require more extensive intervention.
How is Maintenance Done for an Automatic Door?
As an old proverb says: “A good guard passes the bad danger” – preventive maintenance can save you from many headaches related to the malfunctioning of an automatic door.
If you want to avoid expenses and repair bills, it is essential to take care of it. In addition to periodic checks that must be done by specialists, there are a few aspects that can extend the lifespan of the automatic door:
- Choose the right door: Everything starts with purchase and installation. When choosing an automatic door, you must ensure it is the right one. Consider the pedestrian traffic the door will need to accommodate. Buildings with high traffic will require a door that meets this demand. The more cycles of opening and closing the door goes through, the more the system is stressed. Therefore, it is necessary for the manufacturer to specify that the door is suitable for such intense traffic.
- Periodic checks: The American Association for Automatic Doors recommends daily checks. What does this entail? Ensure the door operates normally. Here’s how to perform this routine check:
– Activate the automatic door (using the sensor or manually) to ensure it opens properly. Once fully opened, check that it remains in the open position for at least 5 seconds before closing. Ensure it closes properly (with a smooth, continuous, gentle motion).
– Check the floor in the door area (ensure there is no dirt, debris, etc.). This check should be done several times a day, especially in buildings with high traffic. Ensure the pedestrian traffic safety signage is intact.
– Check the door for any missing elements or obvious defects.
– And that’s it! It’s a simple process that will take only 2 minutes but can save you from numerous inconveniences. - Weather-dependent checks: Checking an automatic door is even more important in the cold season or after significant weather events (heavy rain, snowstorms, storms). During winter, for example, it’s important to check and clean any salt or ice accumulations on the door components (sensors, door frame). Such elements can affect the door’s operation and impact its mechanisms. These checks are repeatedly done after a heavy snowfall or storm.
- Safety markings: Ensure that automatic doors are marked as such because an automatic door that is not properly marked can have negative effects on the activities taking place in the building and ultimately on the business. It is necessary to indicate the direction of pedestrian access (arrows or stop). The door opening area must also be marked so that other people do not linger in that area.
How much Does the Service of an Automatic Door Cost?
The service cost for an automatic door depends on several factors. It depends on whether extensive repair is needed or if the intervention is minor. However, if the door is checked periodically, it will lead to long-term savings. A specialist can identify any minor issue before it requires extensive and costly repair. Studies show that having a service and maintenance contract with a specialized company can help you save 25% of the budget allocated for maintaining the equipment in question.
Routine checks are much less expensive than extensive repairs. Additionally, under a service and maintenance contract, you will receive advantageous offers for various interventions, and you will have priority so that the issue is resolved quickly without affecting your business.
The access systems in the building you own or manage represent its circulatory system. If you want to keep it functional for as long as possible, at reasonable costs, ask us for an offer for a service and maintenance contract.
Leave everything to the specialists at KADRA so you can focus on the things that truly matter for your business.
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