Due to their heavy use, the maintenance of industrial doors is an important factor in ensuring the continued smooth operation of your business. Preventive maintenance of industrial doors, particularly the replacement of wearing parts, is therefore beneficial for the reliable operation and long life of your industrial doors.
In addition to the door itself, regular maintenance of the tracks attached to the building are crucial for trouble-free operation of your sectional doors and high speed doors. As the ‘wearing parts’ of industrial door systems, small components such as seals, cables and switches should be checked regularly and replaced if necessary.
In most cases, maintenance of an industrial door will not involve major repairs or replacement of the door - by regularly checking and replacing wearing parts, these time-consuming and costly measures can be avoided.
Professional maintenance is vital to prevent industrial door malfunctioning and therefore interruption of ongoing operations. As well as providing legally required industrial door inspections, ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems' professional maintenance service also includes setting and adjustment work. With our regular and planned maintenance service, you can avoid unexpected industrial door failures and keep your company running efficiently.
Although our high-quality sectional doors are robust and durable, they are not spared from age related wear and tear. With regular checks, these signs of damage can be detected at an early stage and eliminated by appropriate maintenance measures. If wearing parts on industrial doors are not replaced in good time, this can lead to significantly longer and costly downtime, with considerable disruption.
In addition to replacing seals, important maintenance measures on industrial doors include replacing the spiral cable and the pneumatic switch in the safety edge. This keeps both the industrial door, as well as operators and machinery in the nearby area protected.
Replacing the bottom seal, side seal and corner seal is an important preventive maintenance measure for industrial doors. Seals perform two main important functions. Firstly, they effectively seal the industrial door at the sides and the bottom closing edge against the penetration of wind and water. Dirt and insects are also prevented from entering the interior in the area of the door - especially by the corner seal. Moreover, intact door seals can help to reduce the potential energy loss of a building, with side seals also ensuring that the door runs optimally with as little noise as possible. At the point of contact between the door and the ground, the bottom seal absorbs impact of closing - protecting not only the door leaf from damage, but also any people or objects from impact and injury. During maintenance work, our professionals will carry out a closing force measurement on power-operated doors, as well as an inspection of the supporting cables, brackets and shafts.
During the service life of the sectional door, wear and tear can occur on seals. Age-related hardening of the sealing material, for example, can lead to decreasing elasticity.
Abrasion due to frequent opening, closing and loading is a further cause of damage. Industrial door seals should be regularly checked for possible deformation, flexibility and chafing. In general, replacement of a door seal is strongly recommended after around 5 years, or after the following numbers of opening and closing cycles:
The motor and gearbox should also be checked regularly for noise and tightness.
Avoid costly energy losses by having the seals on the doors replaced at an early stage, through regular checks and maintenance from ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems' professional maintenance service.
In addition to the bottom, side and corner seals on industrial doors, the spiral cable and pneumatic switch are also important components in terms of safety. As with seals, there can be signs of wear and tear here that indicate a necessary replacement. As part of the safety edge, the proper functioning of spiral cables and pneumatic switches are crucial for the trouble-free operation of your industrial doors.
In order to fulfil necessary requirements in terms of safety and efficiency, the pneumatic switch should be replaced every 3 years, or at the latest after 20,000 cycles, with the spiral cable replaced after 30,000 cycles. Possible corrosion on the contacts of the pneumatic switch can be prevented at an early stage before it can lead to a system failure or an accident during door operation.
Excessive abrasion, twisting or stretching as well as age-related hardening are the most common causes of wear on the spiral cable, and are clear signs that replacement should be carried out urgently.
Failure to replace these parts can lead to problems when closing industrial doors. As the safety edge is automatically checked at each closing cycle, faults in the pneumatic switch or the spiral cable directly affect the efficient functioning of the door. Timely replacement will guarantee continued and efficient company operations.
Failure to comply with legal and safety regulations can be extremely costly for your organisation, endangering your employees and resulting in penalties. Professional maintenance is always your best insurance. ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems industrial door servicing is available throughout the UK to ensure that you fulfil these requirements.
Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE)
At ASSA ABLOY, we maintain high standards in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) practices with internationally recognised certifications.
ISO 9001:2015
Our ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management, awarded by LPCB since 1988, demonstrates our excellence in industrial door and loading bay equipment services.
ISO 45001:2018
Additionally, our ISO 45001:2018 certification by ISOQAR UK assures our commitment to safety in sales, installation, and repair of industrial doors and vehicle docking systems.
Company Approvals
At ASSA ABLOY, our numerous certifications and approvals from respected organisations such as SafeContractor, CHAS, Constructionline, Facilitiesline, Acclaim, Acclaim DTS, HACCP International, Secured by Design (SBD), and Avetta, highlight our commitment to excellence and safety. These endorsements emphasise our dedication to delivering top-quality products and services while prioritising safety, security, and compliance in all aspects of our operations.
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is proud to be affiliated with key trade associations and industry bodies, including:
Door and Hardware Federation (DHF)
As an active member of DHF's Industrial Door group, we help drive standards for door installations and maintenance across the UK.
British Institute of Facilities Managers (BIFM)
Our membership in BIFM's register demonstrates our commitment to delivering quality solutions to facilities management companies and their suppliers.
Processing and Packaging Machinery Association (PPMA)
Being part of PPMA allows us to promote machinery sales and provide technical expertise to over 500 member companies, both domestically and internationally.
24/7 Priority Service - In the event of downtime, our local presence and fast response time ensures minimal disruption to your business.
First-Time & Long-Term - Our large inventory of spare parts and trained technicians ensure first-time and long-term fixes.
Original Spare Parts - As the original equipment manufacturer, we always use genuine spare parts to keep your entrance solutions in perfect condition.
Service All Doors - We service all types of industrial doors and loading bay equipment regardless of brand.
Safety And Quality Checks - All our packages include safety, compliance and quality control checks.
Digital & Connected Technology - With our digital services you get access to real-time data, analytics and full-service overview for maximum control.
Technical Documentation - We have defined procedures and specifications for servicing of all your doors and provide you with the full overview.
Budgeting - We offer service agreements, upgrades and emergency repairs, which enables you to plan and budget on an annual basis.
