Installing automatic doors in your commercial building can help cut down on overhead costs. As the doors only open and close when needed, you won’t have to worry about conditioned air seeping out of the building. This places less strain on HVAC equipment and keeps energy costs low. Different types of sensors are used to open and close the fixtures. Read on to learn more about these sensors and discover how to diagnose minor operational issues before they develop into serious problems. 

What You Should Know About Automatic Door Sensors 

Pressure Sensors Open Doors Based on Weight Fluctuations

In some instances, pressure sensors are used to trigger doors to open and close. The devices are placed in mats on the floor on either side of a door. They are programmed to open when the mats receive a certain amount of pressure. When a person stands on the ground, their weight triggers the sensor, and the door opens. It won’t close until pressure returns to normal.

Optical Sensors Monitor for Motion 

Some automatic doors have optical sensors installed on the sides of the frames. The sensor signal, which is distributed by an antenna mounted on the door, covers a wide area. As a result, the devices can detect when someone is approaching the doors. Only moving people and objects will trigger the signal.

Infrared Sensors Identify Temperature Changes

Humans generate body heat, and infrared sensors use this principle to tell when someone is approaching a door. Infrared sensors monitor for changes in temperature surrounding automatic doors. As inanimate objects can also give off heat, infrared technology is often combined with motion or pressure sensors.

If you want to install automatic doors in your business to keep energy costs low and increase convenience for employees and visitors, reach out to the technicians at Southern Ohio Door Controls. For over 35 years, business owners throughout the Tri-State area have turned to this company, based in Cleves, OH, for high-quality door installation and repair services. To schedule a door installation or repair, call them Cleves team at (513) 353-4793 or dial (502) 241-1119 to connect with their Crestwood, KY location. Visit them online to see what brands they carry.