Automatic Doors Vancouver – Installation, Service & Repair

Yes. In British Columbia, automatic swing doors must comply with the BC Building Code to meet accessibility and safety standards—especially in new construction or renovations of public or multi-unit buildings.

Yes! Most swing doors can be upgraded with an automatic operator, especially if the frame and hinge are in good condition. Retrofitting is common for strata buildings, washrooms, and office entryways.

Common activators include:

Touchless wave sensors
Accessible push plates
Key fob/card access
Mobile phone unlock

Yes. Regular maintenance ensures smooth operation, reduces wear, and helps you stay compliant with accessibility and safety regulations. We recommend semi-annual servicing for commercial doors.

Yes — we specialize in strata and multi-unit retrofits, including lobby entrances, garbage room access, and barrier-free washrooms.

Absolutely. All installations meet or exceed  BC Building Code standards, ensuring safe access for people with mobility aids, walkers, or strollers.

We proudly serve the entire Lower Mainland region of BC, including:

• Vancouver

• Burnaby

• Surrey

• Richmond

• Coquitlam

• New Westminster

• North Vancouver

• West Vancouver

• Langley

• Delta

• Port Coquitlam

• Port Moody

• Maple Ridge

• Pitt Meadows

• White Rock

We also handle projects in nearby areas on request — contact us to confirm availability.

We mostly install Camden activation products and Ditec/Record auto door openers. The Ditec HA8 and HA9 being the most popular. The Record Simpleswing 8200 for larger applications and Dormakaba ED100 and ED250.

Infrared motion sensors are used in automatic doors to detect movement. 

A motion sensor typically refers to the individual component that detects movement, whereas a motion detector refers to the complete system, which may include the sensor itself along with alarms, control panels, and other integrated devices.

Automatic doors can use activation and presence sensors to detect people or objects near the doorway. The exact sensing technology and configuration depend on the door type, operator and safety requirements of the application.

Step 1: Identify the Sensor Type
Determine whether the sensor is infrared, microwave, or a combination type. Check the brand and model for compatibility.

Step 2: Purchase a Compatible Replacement
Order the correct sensor from a trusted supplier or your automatic door service provider in Vancouver, BC.

Step 3: Disconnect Power to the Door
For safety, switch off the power supply to the automatic door system before beginning any work.

Step 4: Remove the Existing Sensor
Carefully unscrew or unclip the damaged sensor and disconnect any wiring or mounting components.

Step 5: Install the New Sensor
Mount the new sensor in the same location and reconnect all wiring as per manufacturer instructions.

Step 6: Restore Power and Test
Turn the power back on and test the door to ensure the new sensor is working properly and safely.

Automatic doors are widely used in commercial buildings for their convenience, accessibility, and energy-saving benefits. In the event of a power outage or system failure, most automatic doors are designed to be opened manually, ensuring continued access and safety.

Typically the most cost-effective option, swing door openers range in price from $3,000 to $4,500, making them ideal for budget-conscious installations.

With regular maintenance and proper care, a well-installed automatic door can last up to 20 years—making it a smart, long-term investment for your business. To maximize their lifespan and performance, it’s essential to keep your automatic doors properly serviced and maintained.

The automated door remains locked when there is no power—requiring electricity to both lock and unlock. In the event of a power failure, the door will stay securely locked. However, an emergency pull cord allows manual release. Once the cord is pulled, the door can be opened, but it will remain unlocked until power is restored.

Partial travel can be caused by physical resistance, operator settings, a mechanical problem, a safety input, power issues or a fault within the operator. The complete door should be checked before adjusting force or replacing parts.

This usually points to an issue with the electric lock, lock power supply, relay logic, access-control interface or timing between the lock and operator. We troubleshoot both the operator and the related locking controls.

Yes. Automatic operators can often be integrated with card readers, fobs, electric strikes, magnetic locks and other access-control equipment so an authorized credential unlocks and activates the entrance.

In many applications, yes. Existing push plates can often be supplemented or replaced with compatible touchless activation devices after the operator and control requirements are confirmed.

Physical resistance can come from hinges, pivots, alignment, weatherstripping, door closers, thresholds or other hardware. A binding door can place unnecessary load on an automatic operator and should be corrected as part of the repair.

Yes. Double-door entrances can be automated in several configurations depending on door size, hardware, traffic flow, locking and accessibility requirements.

Yes. We regularly work on strata lobby entrances, common-area doors, parkade and elevator-lobby doors, amenity spaces and accessible washrooms throughout the Lower Mainland.

Yes. We can assess obsolete equipment and recommend a replacement or modernization approach that considers the existing door, arm configuration, activation, safety devices, locks and access-control interface.

Clear photos of the door from both sides are a useful starting point. Include the site address, door location, what you want the door to do, any access-control requirements and whether the project is a new installation, repair or replacement.

Yes. Coras Automation services Vancouver and communities throughout the Lower Mainland. See the service-area section on this page for city-specific links and coverage.

Clear photos of the door from both sides, the project address and a short description of how you want the door to operate are a useful starting point. We can then determine what additional information or site assessment is required.

Yes. Automatic door operators can be integrated with access-control systems so the lock and operator follow the required sequence of operation. The exact design depends on the existing lock, reader, controller and door hardware.

Possible causes include mechanical binding, excessive resistance, safety inputs, operator settings, worn components or control faults. The complete door assembly should be checked rather than assuming the operator itself has failed.

Often, yes. We assess the condition of the existing door, operator, activation devices and locking hardware, then compare repair, component replacement and full operator modernization options.

Yes. We work on automatic entrances and accessibility doors in strata and multi-unit residential properties, including lobby entrances, parkade access, common areas and amenity spaces.