Can the Detection Zones Be Independently Configured for Different Door Sizes?

In modern automatic door systems, a one-size-fits-all detection field is rarely sufficient. Door widths, installation heights, and traffic patterns can vary significantly across applications such as industrial warehouses, hospitals, retail entrances, and logistics centers. For this reason, the ability to independently configure detection zones has become a key requirement for advanced safety sensors.

The GUARDPRO Active Infrared Sensor is designed with flexible, zone-based configuration to ensure optimal safety performance across different door sizes and installation environments.

Independent Zone Configuration Explained

The GUARDPRO sensor uses a multi-beam active infrared detection system, forming a structured detection matrix rather than a single continuous field. Each beam pair represents a distinct detection zone, allowing installers to adjust the sensing area with high precision.

These zones can be individually enabled or disabled, providing full control over how the sensor monitors the door opening. This means the detection field can be tailored exactly to the physical dimensions of the door, instead of forcing the door to conform to a fixed sensing pattern.

Adaptability to Different Door Widths

For narrow doors, only the central detection zones may be activated to cover the passage area accurately, reducing unnecessary detection near door frames or walls. For wider doors, additional side zones can be enabled to extend coverage across the full opening width.

This adaptability ensures that:

The entire door opening is protected

Blind spots are minimized

False detections from adjacent walls or fixed objects are avoided

As a result, the same sensor model can be used across multiple door sizes without compromising safety or efficiency.

Optimized Performance at Various Mounting Heights

Independent zone configuration also plays an important role when sensors are installed at different mounting heights. As the detection field expands with height, selective zone adjustment allows the installer to maintain consistent ground-level coverage.

By fine-tuning individual zones, the detection area can be accurately aligned with the door threshold, regardless of whether the sensor is mounted on a standard commercial door or a high industrial entrance.

Improved Safety and Reduced False Triggers

Customizing detection zones improves safety while simultaneously reducing nuisance triggers. Zones that are exposed to reflective surfaces, fixed structures, or heavy ambient interference can be disabled, ensuring the sensor responds only to relevant objects such as pedestrians, wheelchairs, or vehicles.

This targeted detection logic enhances system reliability and helps prevent unnecessary door stops or reversals that could disrupt workflow.

Simplified Installation and Standardization

Because detection zones are independently configurable, installers and system integrators can standardize on a single sensor model for multiple projects. This reduces inventory complexity while still meeting site-specific requirements, making installation and maintenance more efficient.

Conclusion

Yes, the detection zones of the GUARDPRO Active Infrared Sensor can be independently configured to accommodate different door sizes. This flexibility allows precise alignment of the detection field with the actual door opening, improves safety performance, and minimizes false detections. Whether used on narrow pedestrian doors or wide industrial entrances, configurable detection zones ensure reliable and adaptable protection across a wide range of applications.

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