Automatic doors

Automatic doors, or automatic door systems, have become an increasingly common sight both in society and in workplaces, not only in Scandinavia but also worldwide. Their use is not only a convenience but also a necessary element to ensure accessibility, efficiency and safety in places where people move.

What is a dørautomatikk?

A dørautomatikk a machine used to automate the opening and closing process of doors. These systems are designed to open or close doors automatically when they detect presence, usually through sensors or buttons. Automatic door openers can be used on various types of doors, both interior and exterior, and are designed to meet different needs and requirements such as accessibility, security, and energy efficiency.

How does it work?

The basic component of an dørautomatikk a mechanism that controls the opening and closing of the door, which can be pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric depending on the design of the system and its area of application.

Accessibility for all

Automatic doors are particularly useful in places with high traffic or where accessibility is essential, such as in public buildings, hospitals, shopping centers, hotels and other commercial or institutional environments.

Accessibility is a key aspect of communities and workplaces today. Automatic door openers enable easier access for people with disabilities, older people and others who may have difficulty opening and closing traditional doors. By eliminating the need to physically push or pull a door, automatic doors can make places accessible to a wider and more diverse audience.

Safety and security

Another important aspect of automatic doors is their role in ensuring the safety and security of people in places where they are used. By providing a controlled opening and closing mechanism, automatic doors reduce the risk of doors being left open and posing a safety hazard. In addition, automatic doors can be integrated with security systems to monitor and regulate access to certain areas, which is particularly important in workplaces where safety is paramount.

How do automatic doors and electronic locks work together?

Door automation systems and electronic locks can work together to enable controlled access to buildings or specific areas. Electronic locks can be combined with dørautomatikk control the opening and closing of doors, where users may need to authenticate themselves with approved means of authentication such as key cards, codes, or biometric identification to unlock the door before the automatic door opener allows passage.

Through this integration, electronic locks and door automation systems can work together to improve security in a building. For example, a dørautomatikk can dørautomatikk connected to a security system that monitors door status. If an unauthorized opening of the door is detected, the system can trigger an alarm or notify security personnel to intervene.

Suitable electric locks with door automatics

In our range there are several electronic locks that are adapted to work with door automatics, these are marked with this icon on the respective product page.

All of our el-sluttstykke are compatible with automatic doors, so is the electric strike SAFETRON SL630 and the engine lock SAFETRON 6500.

Efficiency and agility

In workplaces where there is a high traffic of people, automatic doors can help increase efficiency and agility. By automatically opening and closing doors, it reduces the time spent waiting for doors to open or trying to navigate through tight spaces. This frees up time and energy that could otherwise be used more productively, which is particularly important in places where fast movement is essential, such as in hospitals, shopping malls or airports.

Consideration of Workplace Design (AFS 2020:1)

According to the Swedish Work Environment Authority's regulations, it is important to take into account the workplace design when applying automatic doors. This includes using automatic doors in appropriate locations to facilitate workflow and ensure they do not present an obstruction or risk to the working environment. In addition, automatic doors should be designed and installed taking into account the needs and abilities of users to ensure a safe and comfortable passage for all.

CE marking of automatic doors

As mentioned earlier, an dørautomatikk is defined dørautomatikk a machine and therefore falls under the Machinery Directive. An uninstalled dørautomatikk a partially completed machine which, after installation together with a door, becomes a machine. This means that the installer is the final part of the machine's manufacture and therefore also bears responsibility for CE marking. It is therefore of the utmost importance that the installer of the automatic door is thoroughly familiar with the requirements and regulations that apply to machine-operated doors, as well as the documentation that must be provided when the door environment is handed over.

What is the purpose of these requirements?

The basic purpose of these requirements and rules is to create safe door environments where there is no entrapment risk for people and especially children, but also to ensure that power-operated doors cannot injure people who are at increased risk of serious fall injuries.

In case of deficiencies in CE marking, penalties can be applied which can quickly accumulate to large sums. 

Read more on Boverket's website.