Faac

FAAC is an internationally recognised manufacturer of automated access solutions, founded in 1965 in Italy. The brand is widely known for combining robust mechanical design with advanced control technology, delivering reliable automatic door systems for commercial and public-sector environments.

FAAC operates globally and is respected for its strong engineering heritage, in-house product development, and long-standing presence across automatic doors, gates, barriers, and access automation.

 

FAAC — Market presence

In the UK and Europe, FAAC automatic door systems are widely installed across retail, healthcare, transport, commercial offices, education, and public buildings. FAAC equipment is valued by installers and service engineers for its solid build quality, stable electronics, and adaptability across new installations and retrofit projects.

Core operator platforms & model families

FAAC’s automatic door range is built around proven operator platforms that are well recognised in the trade:

Automatic sliding door operators

• A1000 — compact sliding door operator suitable for light to medium duty commercial entrances

• A1400 — heavy-duty sliding door operator designed for high-traffic and continuous-use environments

• Available in single, bi-parting, and telescopic configurations

Automatic swing door operators

• A951 / A952 — versatile swing door operators for internal and external commercial doors

• Suitable for single and double swing doors, including low-energy applications

• Commonly used on access-controlled and automated entrance doors

Control units & accessories

• FAAC control boards designed for precise speed, force, and safety management

• Compatible with a wide range of activation sensors, safety sensors, key switches, and access control devices

Typical applications

FAAC automatic doors are commonly installed on:

• Automatic sliding entrance doors

• Automatic swing doors

• Retail and shopping centre entrances

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Transport hubs and public buildings

Why FAAC ?

• Long-established Italian engineering heritage

• Robust operator design suited to demanding environments

• Recognisable and consistent model platforms (A1000, A1400, A951)

• Broad compatibility with industry-standard sensors and access control

• Strong aftermarket support and spares availability