Overhead, Underfloor, Swing & Sliding Automatic Door Systems

As a responsible, independent supplier of automatic door systems, approved by the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA), we are flexible in our approach and are sympathetic to aesthetic consideration, particularly for heritage projects.

We offer nationwide installation and site surveys as required by our fully qualified and CSCS certified automatic door specialists.

Our Automatic Door Specialist, Richard Pugh

“We work with leading manufacturers in the sector to meet your requirements with the best solution available. Whether you have limited space, an extremely heavy door, are working with a listed building or need an under floor operator we can find a solution.”

What We Offer

As standard, we offer the following alongside supply & installation of automatic door systems.

Automatic Door Capabilities

Below are some of the most common features we’re asked for – we work with you to find the perfect solution to fit your requirements.

Assessing Your Automatic Door Requirements & Solutions

To assess which combination of products will be selected for each automatic door site, we consider the following factors:

Need a hand? Talk to our expert on Automatic Doors: Richard

Example Automatic Door Systems

Below are example automatic door systems for different scenarios.

As with other door closers, where they are made in a set range of finishes as standard, we can re-finish the exposed parts to closely match your choice of hardware used elsewhere using PVD or powder coating. 

Underfloor Automatic Door

Concealed underfloor operators – for entrances where clean aesthetics are of the utmost importance.

The mechanism for the automatic door is underneath the door – internal or external, either aluminium, AP Glass, and timber construction.

  • IP67 rated for wet environments
  • Separate boxed control unit
  • Mounting box dimensions – 525mm (l) x 135mm (d) x 130mm (w)
  • Cover plate (SSS) dimensions – 535mm x 155mm"
  • Floor cut out dimensions – 580mm x 190mm x 140mm
  • Single action only (e.g. can only open either inwards or outwards)
  • Commercial - Sliding

    Suitable for high traffic glass, aluminium and timber doors for external and internal application. Pocket screens are recommended for use with automatic sliding doors as they provide the safest means of operation.

  • Single doors up to 200kgs
  • Maximum 3000mm operator length
  • 100mm canopy for fine framed and AP doors
  • 150mm canopy for full framed or timber doors
  • Bi-parting double leaf doors up to 160kgs
  • Maximum 6000mm operator length
  • 100mm canopy for fine framed and AP doors
  • 150mm canopy for full framed or timber doors
  • Modes – Off/Auto/Hold Open/Winter Open/Exit Only/Night Only
  • Integral battery back-up for fire escape
  • Residential/Accessible WC

    Compact low energy sliding door with linear magnet technology, providing silent operation

    Ideal for internal partition doors and can be used for sliding disabled toilet doors with electronic locking, where space is limited.

  • Surface mounted and concealed pocket versions available for glass and solid core timber doors
  • Max door leaf weight 80kgs
  • Low energy operation – push and go feature available
  • Mode selection – Off/Auto/Hold Open
  • Optional Integral electro-mechanical locking
  • Electronic Privacy Kit and RADAR kit available for WC application (see activation section)
  • Projects Featuring

    With the requirement for Automatic Door Systems to be in place for Accessibility for not only commercial but also residential buildings, automatic elements are becoming a feature of many projects. The integration between the building’s door furniture, access control and automatic elements can be approached holistically in order to maintain both security and functionality for many years.

    Royal Opera House

    Automatic Circulation Doors
    Automation of circulation doors in re-modelled entrance hall.

    Ocean Estate Redevelopment

    Secured by Design Automatics
    Automation of 23 external & internal secure by design doors.

    MECD, Manchester University

    Internal Door Automation
    Automation of 31 single and 38 pairs of internal doors.

    One Bishopsgate Plaza

    Front & Back of House
    Automation of 3m tall ballroom doors and back of house doors.

    Waitrose Stores, Nationwide

    Automation & Locking
    Automation & locking of cafe, exit & ecommerce warehouse doors.

    Heathrow Airport, London

    Warehouse Door Automation
    Automation of internal warehouse doors for Heathrow Airport.

    RHS Hilltop, Surrey

    Circulation & Sliding Doors
    Automation of internal circulation and sliding pocket WC doors.

    Marriott Bonvoy Edition

    Overhead and Underfloor
    Overhead and underfloor operators for front of house areas

    Great Scotland Yard Hotel

    Glass Swing & Sliding Doors
    Automation of glass sliding & internal timber doors

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