Smart locks for sliding and aluminium doors should be specified as a door-and-access system. Compatibility, power, weather exposure, user management and emergency entry matter as much as the keypad or phone app. Confirm the physical door preparation before choosing a device.
Record the door thickness, frame, handing, latch, strike, clearance and weather exposure. Then decide whether the lock is battery powered, wired, connected to an access system or intended to work independently. A device that fits the marketing description may still fail if the door preparation or power route is different.
Ask how users are enrolled, how access is removed, what happens after a flat battery and whether a mechanical override remains available. Keep administrator credentials, recovery procedures and a replacement plan with the handover documents. Do not treat an app feature as proof of the complete door assembly.
| Decision | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Door material, thickness, latch, strike and frame clearances |
| Power | Battery life, warning, emergency supply and access during failure |
| Environment | Weather, dust, condensation and cleaning limits |
| Handover | Users, credentials, manual key, firmware and support route |
Before final acceptance, operate the door from inside and outside, check the latch alignment and test the recovery method. Keep the exact model, installation record and care instructions rather than relying on a product name.
No. Check the rail, latch, frame, door thickness, clearance and the selected lock’s installation limits.
The approved system should state its warning and emergency access method, including who holds the mechanical key or backup power.
Access policy, audit, network, fire and egress requirements may require a wider system review.
Evidence boundary: Exact product suitability, Australian requirements, pricing and installation responsibility depend on the selected system and project. Check current manufacturer documents and obtain advice from the relevant Australian building professional before approval.
Send the door schedule, frame details, access requirements and destination through the Forge contact page.
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