AI Overview: What is BS EN 16005?
BS EN 16005 is the European Standard regulating safety for power-operated pedestrian door sets. In Old Street, compliance requires monitored safety sensors, finger guards for swing doors, and periodic risk assessments.
Diagnostic Protocol
Our approach to repairing doors in Old Street is forensic. We don't guess; we test.
- Motor Test: We measure internal resistance to detect winding faults.
- Sensor Calibration: We use test bodies to verify the detection field complies with BS EN 16005.
- Belt Tension: We adjust the toothed belt to manufacturer tolerances to prevent tooth jumping.
Local Engineering Notes: Old Street
In Old Street, we frequently encounter high wind load issues. Our local vans are stocked with Electro-Mechanical Solenoids specifically to address these regional challenges.
Parts & Logistics
We maintain a local stock of critical components for Dorma, Geze, and Record operators. This allows us to achieve a 90% first-time fix rate in Old Street.
Operator Comparison for Old Street Facilities
| Operator Type | Ideal Use Case | Maintenance Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Sliding (Linear) | Retail High Street, Supermarkets | Bi-Annual (Every 6 Months) |
| Swing (Electro-Hydraulic) | Corridors, Care Homes, NHS | Annual |
| Telescopic | Narrow Entrances, Offices | Bi-Annual (High Wear) |
| Revolving | Hotels, Corporate HQ | Quarterly (Complex) |
Safety Audit
Every job in Old Street ends with a safety check. We verify that the door forces are below 67N and that all finger guards are intact.