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From Manual to Automated: Retrofitting Existing Doors with ASSA ABLOY Swing Door Operators

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In today’s environment, accessibility, hygiene, and efficiency are essential. Whether you're managing a healthcare facility, office building, or public space, upgrading from manual to automated doors can dramatically improve user experience and operational performance. With ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems, retrofitting your existing doors is not only possible—it’s practical, efficient, and tailored to your needs.

Why Retrofit?

Retrofitting allows you to modernize your entryways without the cost or disruption of a full renovation. It’s a smart investment that can:

  • Improve accessibility for all users, including those with mobility challenges
  • Enhance hygiene by enabling touchless entry
  • Increase energy efficiency by ensuring doors close securely
  • Boost security with intelligent locking and monitoring systems
  • Add value to your property with a modern, professional appearance

A Solution for Every Door: SW60, SW100, SW200, and SW300

ASSA ABLOY offers a complete suite of swing door operators designed to meet a wide range of retrofit needs—from light-duty interior doors to heavy-duty, high-traffic entrances.

  • SW60: A compact solution ideal for interior doors in offices, restrooms, and senior care facilities. It offers a slim profile, app compatibility, and tremendous functionality and flexibility when it comes to converting existing manual doors to automatic.
  • SW100: A quiet, low-energy operator with stack pressure compensation and power assist, applicable for interior and exterior doors in healthcare and public service environments.
  • SW200: A heavy-duty operator built for high-traffic areas and demanding conditions. It features intelligent trajectory control, battery backup, enhanced security and safety options, and a variety of mounting options.
  • SW300: A powerful operator capable of handling heavy doors. Offering many of the great features of the SW200, but in a slim surface mount profile—ideal for large, high-use entrances all while being the quietest operator produced by ASSA ABLOY.

The ASSA ABLOY Advantage

Choosing ASSA ABLOY means more than just upgrading your doors—it means investing in a future-ready access solution backed by decades of innovation, global expertise, and a deep commitment to safety and sustainability. Each swing door operator is engineered for long-term performance, seamless integration, and full compliance with the latest accessibility and safety standards.

You’ll also be partnering with a supplier that brings decades of hands-on experience in the installation and service of pedestrian automatic door systems. Our team is not only fully trained in the complete suite of ASSA ABLOY/Besam products but also in servicing and supporting all major brands within your facility. Whether you're upgrading existing infrastructure or managing a multi-brand environment, our comprehensive expertise ensures smooth integration, optimal performance, and lasting reliability.

If you're looking to enhance user experience, meet regulatory requirements, or modernize your facility, ASSA ABLOY offers retrofit solutions that fit. Our team is ready to assess your needs, recommend the right products, and support you through every step of the upgrade process.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Don’t let outdated doors hold your facility back. Discover how ASSA ABLOY’s swing door operators can transform your entrances—efficiently, affordably, and elegantly.