ADSF UK LTD Health And Safety – Automatic Doors

ADSF UK LTD are a well-established company who have been safely and conscientiously installing automatic doors and shop fronts for many years throughout the United Kingdom. ADSF UK LTD take health and safety very seriously indeed and all risk assessments and method statements are duly carried out to ensure all of our door technicians are working to the British safety standards. ADSF UK LTD employ automatic door technicians who are fully trained to BS 7036 / EN16005 standards and fully comply with CITB. In addition, our automatic door technicians are ADSA qualified and hold the correct CSCS qualification.

ADSF UK LTD has been awarded accreditation from various well known health and safety bodies including Safecontractor, Constructionline, Exor & CHAS for its commitment to achieving excellence in the health and safety field. Safecontractor, Constructionline, Exor & CHAS are leading third party accreditation schemes which recognise the highest standards in health and safety management amongst United Kingdom contractors. Here follows a brief description of what these safety organizations entails;

ADSA was formed back in 1985 for the purpose of ensuring that its member companies provide the highest levels of safety for pedestrian automatic doors. ADSA exists to promote the highest standards in automatic doors and to assist specifiers and customers obtain the very best automated solution for their requirements. ADSA first developed the industry code of practice. This code covers the safety aspects of automatic doors for pedestrian use. This subsequently formed the basis of BS 7036: 1988, a code of practice for provision and installation of safety devices for automatic power operated pedestrian door systems.

In 1997 a group of health and safety and procurement professionals from across Great Britain worked with the Association of London Government (ALG) to develop CHAS. In 2001 CHAS became a web-based system. CHAS began with two objectives, to improve health and safety standards across Great Britain whilst reducing duplicated safety applications for both suppliers and buyers. Nowadays however, there are more than 500 public and private sector buyer organisations which include councils, housing associations, NHS trusts and of course an ever increasing number of large private companies who in addition employ sub-contractors.

For suppliers to the construction industry, Constructionline means that the days of having to repeatedly fill in standard pre-qualification forms for every construction tender are long gone! What's more, with 8,000 buyers already using the Constructionline database to source contractors and consultants, Constructionline is a great tool to market your organisation. By providing an up-to-date register of pre-qualified suppliers for construction contracts, Constructionline is a common sense solution that 8,000 buyers from over 2,000 organisations are already making the most of.

Safecontractor was originally developed as a bespoke project for a Property Management client who wished to outsource the annual vetting of contractors on its approved list. However, due to the enormous interest shown by other similar clients identified the potential for a standardised system that could be offered to the whole of the company's client base. In 1999 SupplyLine was introduced. After further development the product was further expanded to provide web based access to its clients and was re-branded as Safecontractor in 2003.

Exor's services enable organisations to meet their compliance and procurement policies across a wide range of areas, including efficiency, economic development, regeneration and risk management. Since its launch Exor has become one of the leading independent providers of supply chain risk management solutions in the United Kingdom.

With all these accreditations, ADSF UK LTD can assure our customers of a high level, safe installation of quality Premis automatic products time and time again. For more information on our services and great range of automatic door products give ADSF UK LTD a call on 01275 871787.

Case Study: Fishers Mobility Store Hemel - Hempstead

Fishers Mobility Store Situation:

A large busy mobility store located in Hemel – Hempstead recently contacted ADSF UK LTD for assistance in finding an automatic doors solution with full frontage along with an enclosure for the customers to rest in their wheelchairs or mobility scooters whilst waiting to be attended too.

The mobility store waiting lounge serves very many customers throughout the year and there was currently nowhere for them to wait. The mobility store wanted to create a welcoming enclosure for the benefit of the customers. Due to the heavy pedestrian footfall and individuals driving mobility scooters the waiting area was required to be welcoming and light.

Fishers Mobility Store Automatic Door Solution:

To best fulfil the needs of the client in totality, ADSF UK LTD supplied and installed automatic doors featuring the 2no Automatic Bi-Part Sliding Entrance Screen which utilises a Premis Euroslide to offer easier access for the busy entrance and exit of the mobility store.

The spaces above the doors and all-round the canopy had additional lighting installed by the main contractors and the glass of the automatic doors and of the sides were manufactured from toughened glass for additional security.

The doors were fitted with highly durable internal mechanics to ensure these doors will open and close hundreds of times daily with little need for maintenance. The Premis range of Euro-slide automatic door operators are manufactured to the highest quality and from robust materials that will ensure they are durable enough to withstand the adverse weather conditions that we experience in the United Kingdom.

Fishers Mobility Store Automatic Door Outcome:

With the high level installation of the new 2no Automatic Bi-Part Sliding Entrance Screen the mobility store waiting area became a more attractive place for customers to rest prior to being attended to. For individuals with carers and family to assist them, the new automatic sliding door proved to be immensely popular. The new automatic doors used energy saving technology so the client could reduce its energy costs and as the doors cannot be left ajar, precious heat is retained within the building.

The highly durable system and toughened glass could well cope with the demands of hundreds of customers on a daily basis. The waiting area allowed the customers to wait inside the premises away from the harsh outside elements.

The 2no Automatic Bi-Part Sliding Entrance provides the client with enhanced confidence in the durability and accessibility of its entry and exit system while giving customers fantastic customer service from the offset of their shopping experience.

Generally, the new Bi-Part Sliding Entrance greatly improved the appearance of Fishers Mobility Store and delivers a smart, professional image to potential customers. Since the installation of the Bi- Part Sliding Entrance, footfall has increase and there has been a significant decrease in heating bills.

To learn more about our Premis range of automatic doors and the wide range of options available for your own individual business, please call and speak to our helpful and friendly sales and customer service teams on 01275 871787.

Are Automatic Door Operators Safe? Yes!!! Very!!

Automatic door operators are extremely popular these days and deliver a cost effective method of automating manually operated doors at a budget friendly price. ADSF UK LTD supply the Premis range of automatic door openers which can be purchased on a SUPPLY ONLY basis or they can be installed by ADSF`S professional door technicians.

A SAFE INSTALL

A great many customers prefer ADSF UK LTD to install the automatic door operators as they can be rest assured of a quality, reliable but above all safe installation. For customers using their own contractors or electricians to carry out the installation of the automatic door operators, ADSF UK LTD provide free training at their bespoke factory near Bristol. The training sessions allow the attendees to gain the knowledge of the correct installation techniques and most importantly to ensure that the automatic door operators are fitted correctly each and every time. Training is generally scheduled for half a day dependent on the automatic doors purchased. The automatic door operators can of course be collected by the attendees on the day of training to avoid a delivery charge.

Our fully trained automatic door technicians are certified to BS7036 standard, fully qualified and CSCS registered conforming to all United Kingdom and European standards ensuring a high level and safe installation for our customers. ADSF UK LTD manufactures and installs automatic door systems throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland. ADSF UK LTD is a member of the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA). ADSF UK LTD set the standard when it comes to state of the art automatic doors systems. We offer customers the very best commercial doors, products and service, with a dedicated sales team who will happily advise you on the most appropriate automatic door package to meet your individual business requirements.

HOW AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATORS WORK!

Automatic door operators are incredibly innovative these days taking into account they are readily available in a range of models and prices, subsequently they are straightforward for you to be able to adhere to safety guidelines and of course are easy to operate. Automatic door openers assimilate various technologies consisting of infrared beams and remote controlled motion detectors to open and close the auto door systems.

Automatic door openers are helpful in managing the pace as well as pressure applied on the door whilst opening or closing. The automatic doors operate on electricity so power outage might be a cause of concern for some customers; however, you can easily detach the door from the automatic door opening operation and use it manually if required.

WHERE CAN THEY BE FITTED?

Automatic door operators can be installed into a variety of business premises including high street shops, medical centres, post offices, banks, health clubs, restaurants and a whole host of other establishments throughout the United Kingdom. Automatic door operators are extremely popular in schools, hospitals, and residential/nursing homes where the safety and well-being of the residents and their families is guaranteed.

HOW DO THEY HELP A BUSINESS?

The benefits of installing automatic door operators are numerous, and one of the most important advantages of these operators is that they solve access issues at a cost effective price. By installing automatic door operators all population groups can easily and comfortably gain access to your business property. These days all businesses that are customer facing and especially eating establishments should provide straightforward access in order to comply with current DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) regulations. The size and nature of your business will determine what levels of Disability access is required, however even without this legislation it makes good business sense to provide easy and straightforward access for everyone who may wish to enter your premises. Access issues can be solved easily by ramps, elevators and of course automatic doors. It is worth remembering that automatic doors do not only assist the elderly and the disabled but in addition individuals carrying numerous bags and parents with youngsters in tow will be grateful that the automatic doors open and close for them. Safety is increased as there are no risks of the old style cumbersome manually operated doors trapping fingers or even banging into people causing possible injuries.

If you would like any other information on our Premis automatic door operators call 01275 871787 and our sales and customer service teams will be happy to assist you. Rest assured your clients, visitors, children and staff will be kept safe with our safety-conscious automatic door openers.

What An Entrance With Automatic Doors!!

The way in which your business is perceived is due to the first impression that potential customers get of the outside of your business. If an individual is considering doing business with you, or indeed, purchase from your shop they will only feel confident to do so if the external of your business premises is clean, smart and modern. Automatic doors deliver not only fantastic customer service but in addition a professional and contemporary look.

The appearance and structure of the entrance/exit way into your business premises will promote your business and probably be the decider as to whether or not a potential customer enters inside the business premises. There are several doors to choose from these days and a wide choice of automatic door systems. ADSF UK LTD are experts in the automatic door industry and specialise in automated door solutions and shop fronts.

ADSF UK LTD are a well established company operating throughout the United Kingdom. By calling our dedicated sales team on 01275 871787 you will be well on your way to owning stunning new automatic doors for your business premises. Whether your business is small or large automatic doors will boost both the appearance and concept of it. These days, automatic doors can be seen in a variety of businesses across the country including hotels, schools, hospitals, restaurants, office complexes and health clubs to name but a few.

The selection of automatic door systems is fairly extensive and for individuals without knowledge in this field it may seem quite complex. Advisers from ADSF UK LTD are on hand to advise and recommend the most suitable product for your business needs. Sliding automatic doors and swinging automatic doors are the most commonly chosen style of doors and can now even be purchased in the frameless glass design which is sweeping the nation by storm. In fact, the demand for frameless glass automatic doors and frameless glass shop fronts have become so popular that ADSF UK LTD has recently expanded their frameless glass division.

Frameless glass automatic doors and shop fronts used to be seen in swanky hotels and clique shopping malls in London. Nowadays, however, frameless glass shop fronts and doors are seen on a daily basis in health clubs, bistros, hotels, offices, and even fast food outlets. The list is endless and frameless glass shop fronts and doors create a stunning, modern and forward thinking image.

All of our products can be seen on our user friendly website and 99% of our quality merchandise is available for next day delivery if required. Drop us an enquiry or give us a call and have a chat about your requirements. ADSF UK LTD will advise, design, manufacture and install your bespoke automatic doors with the minimum of fuss and at a competitive price. Our experienced door technicians have carried our automatic door installations the length and breadth of Great Britain but should you wish to use local electricians/contractors ADSF UK LTD offer a SUPPLY ONLY service.

Case Study: Automatic Doors The Elms Care Home - Tetbury

How installing a Premis 120 single swing automatic doors operator can assist in reducing costs and also ensure that doors are working smoothly and safely.

Care Home Situation:

The proprietors of the Elms Care Home in Tetbury were in need of advice with replacing their existing manually operated doors in the entrance way into the care home. They wanted to provide the residents, visitors and employees with straightforward and comfortable access in and out of the care home whilst at the same time, improving the overall security of the premises. The manually operated doors proved to be rather heavy and cumbersome for the users. Many of the residents are in wheelchairs or using mobility aides or scooters and this caused issues whilst they tried to enter/exit the care home.

Automatic Doors - Care Home Solution:

In order to fulfil the requirements of the Elms Care Home and to conform to the DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) ADSF UK LTD recommended a set of Premis 120 automatic swing door operators were installed. A Premis 120 with push pads and safety was the perfect automatic entrance solution. There was no need to replace the existing doors, as the Premis automatic door operators are ideal for any type of aluminium framed doors.

The new set of Premis 120 automatic door operators were part of an ADSF Premis automatic door operator package that included:

2 no Premis 120 automatic swing door operators

2 no Premis opening out arms

2 no push pads

4 no BEA monitored on door safety sensors

1 no sync cable

Premis S12 digital programmer.

Automatic Door signage.

Automatic Doors - Care Home Outcome:

Following a high level installation by experienced door engineers from ADSF UK LTD, a full testing process was duly carried out to ensure that everything was working properly but above all safely for the users.

The owners, residents, visitors and staff at The Elms Care Home were more than satisfied with the product and the service that ADSF UK LTD provided. Our automatic door technicians take customer care very seriously and endeavour to carry out installations with the least fuss and disruption to everyday business.

Now, the care home management do not have to worry about injuring any of their residents or visitors due to heavy manual doors closing on them. Irrespective of the heavy daily pedestrian traffic, there has been no congestion in the entrance/exit and wheelchairs/mobility scooters can manoeuvre through the doors with ease. The Premis automatic door operators are manufactured from a high quality and durable material, and it will be a very long time before they are in need of replacing.

Another benefit of installing automatic door operators at the care home is that they assist in reducing heating costs as the doors cannot be left open allowing expensive heat to filter outside.

To view all our automatic door products and various designs for automatic door needs please look around our website, or call us on 01275 871787.

Need New Doors? Automatic Ones Of Course!

It is certainly not unusual these days to see automatic doors in a variety of buildings throughout the United Kingdom. The first ones being installed around 40 years ago in swanky hotels, airports, and then supermarkets.

Other businesses and service providers quickly followed suit and the popularity of automatic doors has swept the nation. Office complexes, shopping malls, restaurants, retail outlets, coach stations, nursing/residential care homes and leisure centres are all feeling the benefits of having automatic doors installed.

Quite apart from the stunning appearance that these automatic doors deliver comes DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) compliance and fantastic customer service. Of course automatic doors are advantageous for the disabled and elderly population groups, but in addition they assist individuals that may be carrying several bags and personal items. Young families with pushchairs in tow and business people rushing into work will also find automatic doors a welcoming sight.

There are of course safety issues surrounding the old style manual doors, they are rather heavy and cumbersome and individuals have been known to trap their fingers inside and even have the doors bang or slam into them. Manual doors are not suitable for wheelchair users or people using mobility aides. Elderly people will struggle with the doors and only one person can pass through the doorway at a time.

Yet another benefit of installing automatic doors is that they help reduce overheads and heating costs are significantly reduced. The automatic doors only open up as an individual approaches and shut directly afterwards which means precious heat is retained within the building. During the rare summer months that we experience in this country expensive air conditioning units do not have to work hard as the automatic doors help to keep a constant temperature within the premises.

These days, there are several types of automatic doors available, the most popular being the automatic sliding doors and the automatic swing doors. The automatic doors are also available in frameless glass and this design is sweeping the nation by storm. The choice of automatic doors is of course entirely the customers, however, there are certain factors that will influence this decision and it is always recommended that expert advice is requested prior to purchase. ADSF UK LTD are automatic door and shop front specialists who have years of experience in this industry. Our dedicated sales and customer service teams will happily assist you and guide you through the replacement automatic door/shop front process.

New builds often incorporate automatic doors in their design as architects now fully understand the value and associated benefits of the installation of automated entrance systems. In many cases access control is required and ADSF UK LTD have several Premis automatic door packages that include different types of access control.

All of the automatic door and shopfront products that ADSF UK LTD supply and install can be seen on our customer friendly website or alternatively ADSF UK LTD can be contacted on 01275 871787.

Case Study: Automatic Doors: Abbotskerswell Veterinary Centre

Abbotskerswell Veterinary Centre in Devon is a purpose built practice offering a friendly, high quality service for both first opinion and referral cases. Staffed by experienced and highly qualified first opinion and specialist referral clinicians. This is a small animal surgery treating all pets.

Abbotskerswell Veterinary Centre: The Situation:

Just recently ADSF UK LTD received communication from Abbotskerswell Veterinary Centre in Devon for our assistance in a new entrance solution for their premises in Abbotskerswell.

Following a survey of the existing entranceway into the building by an estimator from ADSF UK LTD, we recommended that the existing doors could still be used and an automated system installed. By re-fitting existing automatic doors costs can be reduced and safety and security measures improved upon.

Abbotskerswell Veterinary Centre needed to have their existing automatic swing door openers replaced to ensure straightforward and comfortable access for everybody. Many of the animal owners who frequent the veterinary centre are elderly and along with providing easy access for the disabled and young children the safety of the clients and their beloved pets is paramount. The veterinary centre had automatic door openers in situation but these operators were out of date, very old and not working correctly. After many years of heavy use, it was obvious that the sensors were faulty and unable to detect objects or people that were in the path of the sensors. Since the installation of the existing automatic door operators many moons ago there are numerous modern and advanced models of operators available.

Abbotskerswell Veterinary Centre: The Solution:

As an answer to the veterinary centres issues with their old automatic door operators ADSF UK LTD installed a new set of Premis 120 automatic swing door operators that are part of a package. There was no need to replace the existing doors, as the Premis range of automatic door openers are ideal for any type of automatic doors.

The new set of automatic door operators used for Abbotskerswell came with the following:

Pull arms that are designed for inward opening doors.

Key switches that has three settings: "off" to turn off the automatic function, "hold" to keep the doors open, and "auto" to turn on the automatic mode.

Access control - this only allows entry to individuals who are provided with the correct access cards.

Push pads which will provide a push to open function, which is ideal for use during opening hours so that clients and their pets can easily enter the veterinary centre.

Activation sensors that automatically open the door when someone intends to exit.

On-Door safety sensors which detect if there are people or objects around the back of the door and will hinder it from opening.

In spite of the large number of clients that use the veterinary centre on a daily basis, there has been no congestion in the entranceway. These automatic door openers are high quality and manufactured from a highly durable material, therefore, it will be a very long time before they need replacing.

To see our other products and designs for automatic doors please look around our website, or call us on 01275 871787 and we will happily assist you.

Case Study: Automatic Doors: Cycle Hub - Leeds

Secure cycle hubs and cycle compounds provide a high security, durable and attractive solution for cycle parking. Cycle hubs and cycle compounds provide a secure cycle facility where users can leave their cycles in confidence. Cycle hubs and compounds can be bespoke designed and constructed from high density mesh or toughened glass. Cycle hubs and compounds provide an area where multiple cycles can be parked within a dry and secure space. They are ideal for universities, cities, train stations and more where a large number of cycles need to be parked.

Cycle Hub: Automatic Door Situation:

Recently, a busy cycling hub in Leeds approached ADSF UK LTD to request assistance in finding the right automatic door solution for the premises. The automatic doors for the cycle hub needed to be robust and with an access control panel to keep the hub secure. Access is for members of the cycle hub only in order to prevent bike theft.

Cycle Hub: Automatic Door Solution:

To meet the needs of the client in totality, ADSF UK LTD installed robust commercial aluminium doors with quality Premis 120 Automatic Swing door operators.

The entry point of the cycle hub that controlled the automatic doors was fitted with an access control panel that solely allowed members of the cycle club inside by means of swiping their entry card.

Cycle Hub: Automatic Door Outcome:

The Cycle Hubs automatic doors were indeed robust and could easily take the daily knocks and scrapes from bikes entering and exiting the hub. The reinforced glass meant that in the event of a cyclist cycling into the hub at considerable speed the automatic doors in the hub would not break. Apart from the automatic doors being robust, they were also very safe and minimized the chances of injury. The automatic door operators were in addition highly durable to ensure they could cope with the demands of continuous opening and closing. The sensors were set on a mode that would be sensitive enough to know when a bike had passed safely through the entrance or had exited the hub. This again protected both cyclists and the doors from any damage.

The access panel that required a swipe card ensured that the cyclist's bikes were kept safely undercover, without bike thieves being able to enter the hub. The hub also featured CCTV cameras so that anyone who forced their way in behind a cyclist would be immediately picked up on camera.

The solution fitted all the criteria that the Cycle Hub required and the automatic doors made it quick, easy, convenient and above all safe for cyclists to enter and exit the Cycle Hub.

Automatic Door System: Additional Benefits

The automatic door solution installed by ADSF UK LTD has helped the city of Leeds reduce the numbers of bike crime and has encouraged far more individuals to join the Cycle hub scheme. This of course will help the client to recoup its initial investment far more quickly.

The reduction of bike crime makes cycling a far more popular option and of course helps to reduce congestion in the city of Leeds.

To understand more about our automatic door systems and shop fronts that are available for your own business, please call and speak to us on 01275 871787 – ADSF UK LTD.