Handicap Door Opener
Installation & Repair
Professional installation, adjustment, and repair of automatic door operators for residential and commercial properties across the Greater Toronto Area, with full attention to EAAT accessibility requirements.
Automatic Door Operators for Every Access Need
Automatic doors play an important role in making buildings accessible to everyone, including people who use mobility aids, those with limited grip strength, and anyone who finds standard door hardware difficult to operate. When these systems need adjustment, repair, or replacement, the work requires trained technicians who understand both the mechanical and electronic components involved.
GTA Lockman sends qualified technicians to service all major brands of automatic door operators. We handle timing adjustments, sensor calibration, roller replacement, and full system repairs so that your door operates smoothly and reliably for every person who passes through it.
EAAT Compliance and Ontario Accessibility Requirements
Ontario’s Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) sets out requirements for accessible design in buildings open to the public. The Exterior Accessible Path of Travel (EAAT) standards guide how doorways, entrance paths, and door hardware must perform to provide barrier-free access. Our technicians are familiar with these requirements and can advise property owners on whether their current automatic door systems meet them.
Millimetre Clear Width
Ontario accessibility guidelines recommend a minimum clear opening width of 900 mm (approximately 35 inches) for doors on accessible paths of travel, accommodating standard and powered wheelchairs.
mm Activation Height
Push button and motion sensor activators should be mounted between 400 mm and 1200 mm above the finished floor, with the preferred height around 915 mm for forward-reach accessibility from a seated position.
Minimum Hold-Open Time
Automatic door operators should hold the door open for a minimum of 5 seconds after activation to allow sufficient passage time for users with mobility devices or slower gait.
Maximum Opening Force
For doors on accessible routes, manual opening force should not exceed 22 Newtons (approximately 5 lb) to ensure the door remains usable when the automatic operator is not in service.
Handicap Door Opener Services
We provide installation, repair, and ongoing maintenance for a wide range of automatic door systems used in both commercial and residential settings.
Automatic Operator Installation
We install automatic door operators on new and existing door frames, including swing doors, sliding bypass doors, and folding door systems. Proper installation covers mounting, wiring, and full system programming.
Timing and Sensor Adjustment
Door speed, hold-open duration, and motion sensor sensitivity can all be calibrated to suit the specific needs of your building and its users. Proper timing is especially important for entrances used frequently by people with mobility equipment.
Push Button and Activation Device Repair
Wall-mounted push plates, wireless remotes, and motion-activated sensors are the primary interface between users and automatic door systems. We repair and replace activation devices that are unresponsive, incorrectly positioned, or no longer meeting accessibility placement standards.
Electric Strike and Mag Lock Integration
Many accessible door systems incorporate electric strikes or magnetic locks that release when the door is activated. We service and integrate these components to ensure they work correctly with the opener mechanism and any access control hardware.
Manual to Automatic Conversion
Existing swing doors can often be converted from manual to automatic operation without full door replacement. This is a practical option for building owners who need to improve access without the cost of installing entirely new door assemblies. We assess the door, frame, and hardware before recommending a conversion approach.
Roller Replacement
Sliding automatic doors rely on rollers that wear over time. Worn or damaged rollers cause the door to drag, vibrate, or fail to open smoothly. We carry parts for standard brands and can replace rollers on-site in most cases.
Wired and Wireless Control Systems
We work on both hard-wired and wireless control configurations, including transceiver units, timers, and relay boxes. Whether your system uses a simple push plate or a more complex integrated access control setup, our team can service the control components.
Preventive Maintenance Programs
Automatic door systems benefit from regular inspection and adjustment. We offer maintenance programs for building owners and property managers that include periodic servicing, lubrication, alignment checks, and sensor testing to keep systems operating correctly between major repairs.
How Automatic Door Operators Work
An automatic door operator is an electromechanical system that opens and closes a door in response to a signal from an activation device. The signal can come from a push plate, a motion sensor, a proximity sensor, a key fob, or an integrated access control system. When the signal is received, the operator engages a motor that drives the door through its opening arc or sliding path and then returns it to the closed position after a set hold-open period.
The main components of a swing-type automatic door operator include the motorized drive unit mounted at the top of the door frame or on the door itself, a control board that processes activation signals and manages timing, the activation devices, and a set of safety sensors that detect obstructions in the door’s path and prevent it from closing on a person or object. Sliding door operators work on a similar principle but use a track and roller system rather than a pivoting arm.
Who Benefits from Automatic Door Access
While accessible door openers are most commonly associated with wheelchair users, they serve a much broader population in practice. People using walkers, crutches, or canes benefit from not having to manage a door while supporting themselves. Parents with strollers, delivery staff with hand trucks, and anyone carrying heavy items all find automatic doors significantly easier to navigate. Older adults with arthritis or reduced grip strength are another group for whom automatic door access makes a meaningful practical difference.
In commercial settings, automatic doors also contribute to hygiene by eliminating the need to touch door handles in environments such as medical offices, food preparation areas, and public washrooms. This was a factor that gained significant attention in recent years and has led more building owners to consider touch-free door access beyond traditional accessibility applications.
Brands and Systems We Service
Our technicians are trained on equipment from the major manufacturers in the automatic door operator category, including DORMA, LCN, Norton, Stanley, Horton, ASSA ABLOY, and others. We maintain access to parts for standard brands and styles, which allows us to complete most repairs in a single visit without extended wait times for components. If your door system uses a less common brand, we can assess the unit and advise on parts availability and repair feasibility before beginning any work.
Related Door and Lock Services
Handicap door openers often work alongside other door hardware. Our team also handles door closer installation and repair, panic bars and exit devices, and commercial door repair for a complete approach to your building’s entry and exit systems. For properties that require controlled access, we can integrate automatic openers with electric strikes and master key systems.
Serving the Greater Toronto Area
GTA Lockman operates as a mobile service across the Toronto metropolitan region. We regularly serve clients in Toronto, Markham, Mississauga, North York, Scarborough, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Etobicoke, Brampton, Oakville, and surrounding communities. All senior clients receive a 10% discount on services. To arrange a site visit or request a quote, call us at (647) 955-3277 or use the contact form on our website.
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