Chances are, you’ve walked through an automatic door without even thinking about it. It opened smoothly, closed behind you, and you moved on—no delays, no friction.
That’s exactly how it should be.
Automatic doors and gates are often overlooked, but they play a critical role in how a property functions day to day. From improving accessibility and security to creating a seamless experience for visitors, residents, and staff, automation delivers more than just convenience—it adds lasting value.
Whether you're managing a commercial building, residential complex, warehouse, or gated property, automation brings more than just convenience. Here’s what you actually get out of it:
1. A BETTER FIRST IMPRESSION
Your entry points are often the first thing someone interacts with. An automatic door that opens smoothly (and closes securely) signals that your building is modern, accessible, and well-maintained.
For gated properties, a clean, reliable gate system creates a feeling of safety and professionalism before anyone steps foot inside.
2. ACCESSIBILITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE
Automatic doors are essential for ADA compliance, but they also make life easier for everyone: parents with strollers, delivery drivers with carts, and people carrying coffee and a laptop at the same time (you know who you are).
And when paired with motion sensors, push plates, or mobile access, you’ve got a setup that works for a wide range of users—without slowing anyone down.
3. BETTER SECURITY, LESS HASSLE
Automatic gates and doors can be integrated with access control systems, meaning only authorized people can enter—and you have a record of who came and went.
Want to restrict deliveries to business hours? Or let residents in with a key fob but keep visitors at the gate? Automation makes that possible, and you control the rules.
4. EFFICIENCY THAT ADDS UP
In high-traffic environments—think hospitals, office buildings, warehouses—automatic doors reduce wear and tear, save time, and improve energy efficiency by minimizing how long a door stays open.
Yes, even energy savings are on the table.
More places than you might think:
Apartment & condo buildings
Parking garages & gated communities
Commercial storefronts
Distribution centers & loading docks
Schools & government facilities
If your building has people, deliveries, or vehicles coming and going regularly, there’s likely a case for some form of automation.