Automated Doors Chelmsford

Experts in automation

Access Automation Automatic Sliding Doors
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At Access Automation, we specialise in delivering top-quality automated doors to businesses in Chelmsford. Whether you’re updating your existing entrances or working on a new build, we provide solutions that improve accessibility, safety, and energy efficiency. We serve commercial properties, offices, hospitals, and public sector buildings, helping you create a welcoming, secure environment.

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What Are Automated Doors?

Automated doors use sensors like motion detectors, pressure mats, or light sensors to open and close automatically when someone approaches. These doors offer hands-free access, making them ideal for busy places and those who want to enhance convenience. We offer a variety of styles, including sliding, swinging, and revolving doors, each suited for different building layouts and needs.

Key Benefits of Automated Doors

1. Convenience and Accessibility

Automated doors make life easier for everyone, especially people with mobility challenges, parents with pushchairs, or anyone carrying heavy items. You won’t need to open the door manually—our systems make access completely hassle-free, ensuring compliance with UK accessibility regulations​

Our automated doors only open when necessary, helping to keep the building’s temperature stable. This helps reduce heating and cooling costs, making your business more eco-friendly while providing a comfortable environment for staff and visitors​.

All our automated doors come with built-in safety sensors, ensuring the door won’t close if something is in the way. These safety features help prevent accidents and injuries. Plus, we can integrate doors with access control systems, so you can regulate who enters certain areas for better security

In Chelmsford, automated doors must meet UK standards like the Workplace (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations. We ensure all installations follow these guidelines, making your business compliant and safe

Types of Automated Doors We Offer
  • Sliding Doors: These doors are space-saving and ideal for high-traffic areas like shopping centres or hospitals, offering quick access without taking up extra room​.

  • Swinging Doors: Suitable for places with more space, these doors close automatically, helping with climate control and energy savings​.

Automated Patio Doors: Automatic glass doors connecting indoor and outdoor spaces for homes.

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Regular Maintenance and Safety

Regular maintenance is crucial to keep your automated doors working smoothly. At Access Automation, we recommend servicing your doors every 6 to 12 months, depending on the traffic. This helps avoid breakdowns, keeps safety features active, and ensures everything complies with current UK regulations​.

Meeting Regulatory Standards

Automated doors in the UK must comply with several regulations, including the Machinery Directive and Workplace (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations. These standards ensure that the doors are safe for public use, have appropriate emergency egress mechanisms, and are equipped with functional sensors to prevent accidents. Our team ensures that all installations are fully compliant with these standards​.

FAQs About Automated Doors
How do automated doors work?

Automated doors use sensors that detect motion or pressure. When activated, the sensors send a signal to the door’s control system to open or close it. This ensures hands-free, smooth operation​.

Our doors come with obstruction sensors that stop the door from closing if something is in the way. They also have emergency break-out systems that allow manual operation in power cuts or emergencies.

Yes. Automated doors help conserve energy by reducing the loss of heated or cooled air. They only open when necessary and can come with additional energy-saving settings.

Yes, regular servicing ensures your doors are safe and functioning properly. We recommend having them checked at least once a year, or more often in high-traffic areas.

Automated doors are perfect for many buildings, including retail stores, hospitals, offices, and shopping centres. They enhance accessibility, improve traffic flow, and are energy-efficient for both public and private spaces.

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