Air assisted door opener - Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ page). Below, we have tried to answer the most common questions visitors to this section about our Air Assisted Automatic Door Openers on our Web site may have. If you find that your question is not answered on this page, please email us info@pennyaids.co.uk or call us during 9am to 5pm at 01243 871941
Can these be used on external locking doors?
I have a door with an automatic closer - can your system still be used?
I will need four automatic door openers - how many compressors will i need?
How are your automatic door openers powered?
What happens in the event of a power cut?
How long will the door stay open?
Can these automatic door openers be fitted in private homes?
Will my carer still be able to open the door with a normal key?
Is the compressor expensive to run?
What happens if i do not get through the door in time before it starts to close again?
Will i need a special door for your system to work?
Can your door opener work with my door entry intercom system?
Q: Can these be used on external locking doors?
A: Pennyaids automatic door systems are designed to fit every type of door, a special door type is not required, although Chubb type latch lock is required
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Q: I have a door with an automatic closer - can your system still be used?
A: It will fit an existing fire door that is already fitted with an automatic door closer.
Our system will open the fire door and hold it open for as long as required, then upon release the door will close as normal
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Q: I will need four automatic door openers - how many compressors will i need?
A: Only one compressor is needed, regardless of how may automatic door openers are fitted in the building.
For larger buildings a larger compressor may need to be fitted.
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Q: How are your automatic door openers powered?
A: All these systems are powered by low pressure compressed air.
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Q: What happens in the event of a power cut?
A: The compressor is fitted with a cylinder to store the compressed air, and the control system has a battery back up.
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Q: How long will the door stay open?
A: The opening times of the door can be set as required
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Q: Can these automatic door openers be fitted in private homes?
A: Yes, these door systems are designed for simple and reliable service
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Q: Will my carer still be able to open the door with a normal key?
A: The opener does not effect the normal use of the door
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Q: Is the compressor expensive to run?
A: The compressor uses less electricity than a fridge
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Q: What happens if i do not get through the door in time before it starts to close again?
A: The opener uses only enough force to overcome the resistance of the door. It will not try to apply excess force if it cannot close
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Q: Will i need a special door for your system to work?
A: Pennyaids automatic door systems are designed to fit every type of door, a special door type is not required
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Q: Can your door opener work with my door entry intercom system?
A: Yes. We can connect into most door entry systems to release the door latch without the need to change the entry system.
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Have any more questions you would like to ask us about our air assisted automatic door opener?
Please feel free to ask us, by any of the methods on our contact page.
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