Why they’re essential
Automatic door operators are more than convenience. They support safety, accessibility, and compliance (Ontario Building Code, AODA), provide independence for people with disabilities and seniors, protect hardware from wear, and reduce energy loss by ensuring proper close cycles.
Service frequency (best practice)
- Typical sites: preventive maintenance twice per year
- High-traffic sites (hospitals, malls, universities, transit): quarterly
A proper visit should include: force/timing tests, presence & safety sensor checks, inspection of arms/pivots/rails/belts, fasteners & mounting verification, lubrication, door alignment and sweep checks, controller/logic updates, and validation of access control integrations.
What happens when maintenance slips?
Compliance and insurance risk for owners/managers
Blocked barrier-free access and safety hazards
Temperature loss and higher utility costs
Tenant/customer complaints and downtime
