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Roller Shutter Door Service Requirement: one service in a 12-month period. (Normal working hours Mon – Fri: 09:00 – 17:00)

Your comprehensive service includes:

• Inspect general condition of roller shutter for obvious defects before operation.
• Check curtain slats for excessive wear or damage.
• Check end-locks, correctly positioned and undamaged.
• Check wind end-locks are correctly positioned and undamaged.
• Check bottom slat-rail for wear or damage.
• Check support angle fixings to building structure are secure.
• Check endplates fixing to building structure are secure.
• Check guide channel fixings to angle are secure and not causing obstruction to curtain.
• Check condition of guide channels. Lubricate with a light oil.
• Check guide top stops at high level are not damaged.
• Check that the door curtain feeds into the guide channels smoothly.
• Check bearing grub screws and keyways.
• Check and lubricate drive chain.
• Check shutter housing is securely attached.
• Check motor cable is securely attached and away from moving parts.
• Check operation of manual override mechanism.
• Check operation of manual override electrical interlock.
• Check door travel limits.
• Check correct operation of control system.
• Check correct operation of safety system if fitted.
• Document records and certify.
• Note: All products have different specifications so not all will be applicable to your product.

Gate or Barrier Service Requirement: Two services in a 12-month period and six monthly intervals. (Normal working hours Mon – Fri: 09:00 – 17:00)

Your comprehensive service includes:

• Force test carried out on first visit.
• Check installation squareness and levels.
• Check motors and operation of each item of installed equipment.
• Inspect and sweep out any debris from motor pits and rail gullies.
• Clean and lubricate hinge bearings, locks, drive systems and control gear.
• Check mechanical clearances and running tolerances.
• Check physical stops at each end of travel of gates/barrier arms.
• Carry out visual checks of underground loop.
• Upgrade processor firmware to approved version of safety software to meet current safety standards, if applicable?
• Inspect and test fixtures and fittings and electrical equipment for any visible deterioration?
• Check supporting structures, hinges, bearings etc. sound and secure?
• Check electric cables in conduit, properly routed and undamaged?
• Check that the user manuals/instructions are available and up to date?
• Check that infra-red photocell protection beams are clear and unobstructed and wipe lenses with a soft dry cloth.
• Test whilst closing, cover each photocell lens in turn. Ensure product(s) immediately stop or stop and return to open.
• Find the location of the mains isolator in Main building.
• Check that the CE conformity plate is attached to the system.
• Check if the emergency manual release provides free running option.
• Check that the start-up, stop, and emergency stop devices are functional.
• Check all connections, remake any loose or defective cable terminations.
• Check for any loose bolts, nuts, or screws.
• Check the security of motor fixing bolts and base plate and any signs of deterioration to concrete base?
• Check operation of limit switches are ok.
• Visually inspect each component for splitting or puncturing of the rubber or degeneration of the supply tubing, welding joints or other defect that could compromise safety by affecting the efficiency of the system.
• Test safety edges by depressing each. Ensure the equipment immediately stops or stops and return to the open position.
• Check for change in conditions or use patterns and assess impact, noting any deficit in advisable safety systems relevant to current norms.
• Check batteries on photocells are ok.
• Check operation of fire switch.
• Check the operation of the lights are in good working order?
• Adequate clear signage in place.
• Check the condition of the controller housing.
• Inspect general condition of hinges, stops, safety edges, photocells, reflectors and enclosure and clean if required.
• Check general condition.
• Check condition of wheels and apply lubricant.
• Check condition of toothed track.
• Check condition of guides and lubricate.
• Check upper edge of guide rollers for flat spots.
• Check free movement of limit switch actuator arm(s).
• Check slow down efficiency at each end of travel.
• Check gates do not slam.
• Check safety systems are compliant, shared pedestrian use, internal keypad, and External Beams.
• Check system complies with EN SAFETY regulations Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
• Check if electrical installation appears sound, safe and in good condition.
• Check all wiring at barrier / gate for loose or badly made connections.
• Force Dynamics Testing BS EN 12445. Force Testing done on first visit- at time of installation or refurbishment / safety upgrade undertake full Force Testing. Partial Force Testing will be undertaken annually thereafter Testing the force dynamics are horizontally 500mm, 300mm and 50mm test method. Results stipulate a maximum of 400N of crushing force allowed before the gate should start to reverse under control by a safety edge or amperometric control: - Swing gate between hanging style and post and gate closing leaves · Sliding or cantilever gate closing leaf and run-back leaf (500mm test if within distance of an obstruction) · Each test point is measured 3 times top middle and bottom · The average value is then calculated from these results and submitted as a PASS or FAIL An EN 12445 compliant force testing device must be used.
• Document records and certify. Note: all products have different specifications so not all will be applicable to your product.

Automatic Door Service Requirement: Two Services in a 12-month period at six monthly intervals. (Normal working hours Mon – Fri: 09:00 – 17:00)

Your comprehensive service includes:

• Visually inspect the fit of the door and operation of same.
• Inspect automatic operator for correct operation.
• Inspect all electrical connections and cabling.
• Inspect operators for leaks.
• Inspect all moving parts for wear and lubricate, as necessary.
• Inspect all drive belts and adjust, as necessary.
• Inspect top and bottom tracks and guides for free operation.
• Inspect actuation radars where fitted.
• Inspect safety sensors where fitted.
• Inspect actuation push buttons where fitted.
• Inspect all safety devices (finger guards, safety mats, etc.)
• Check break out facilities or “fail safe” devices for correct operation.
• Check closing energies and adjust if necessary.
• Check opening and closing speeds and adjust if necessary.
• Check the emergency battery failure operation.
• Replace damaged or missing safety signage where appropriate.
• Inspect safety barriers and pocket screens where fitted.
• Inspect door panels and side screens for broken glass.
• Check for potential hazards (drawing in, tripping and congestion, etc.).
• Document records and certify.