5 Signs Your Commercial Automatic Doors Need a Battery Backup Upgrade

In South Africa, a power outage isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a security risk. If your business relies on automatic sliding doors, ensuring they transition smoothly to backup power is critical for both safety and compliance.

The Signs:

1. The “Limp” Mode: Your doors move significantly slower or stutter when the power switches to the backup inverter.
2. Sensor Failure: During switchovers, the safety sensors “forget” their calibration, leading to doors staying open or closing on pedestrians.
3. Frequent Beeping: Most modern operators (mc-125) have audible alerts when the internal battery health is below 20%.
4. Fire Path Obstruction: If your doors don’t automatically fail-open during a total power loss, you are likely in violation of South African fire safety codes.

Don’t wait for the next outage. Contact MC Automations for a power-readiness audit of your entrance systems.