Two advanced iMotion 1401 underfloor door drives from TORMAX have been installed at the main entrance to All Saints Church, Bingley, automating new bespoke glass and timber swing doors crafted by Roy C Smith.

Engineered for superior performance, the iMotion 1401 delivers smooth, intelligent operation with precise microprocessor control, ensuring safe, obstacle-sensitive movement and remarkably quiet opening and closing. Fully concealed beneath floor level, the operators preserve the architectural integrity of the historic building while providing effortless access for all parishioners and visitors.

Central to the iMotion 1401’s performance is a highly engineered motor design that eliminates the components typically subject to wear, such as gears and brushes. This advanced technology delivers outstanding durability with an exceptionally long lifespan making installation beneath the floorspace an entirely practicable option.

All Saints is the parish church of Bingley, West Yorkshire, and dates back to pre-Norman times, with the present structure being developed during the reign of Henry VIII. A Grade II* listed building, All Saints Church has historically significant architectural features that required careful consideration throughout the entrance upgrade.

Working in close collaboration with Roy C Smith, the manufacturer and installer of the new doors, TORMAX was responsible for the discreet automation solution. The result is a fully inclusive entrance that reflects the church’s commitment to being welcoming and accessible to everyone, regardless of age or mobility, supporting independent access for wheelchair users, parents with pushchairs and elderly visitors alike.

By specifying underfloor automation, TORMAX has ensured that no visible mechanical components interrupt the heritage exterior. The drive units are completely hidden from view, safeguarding the period aesthetic of the façade while delivering modern functionality. Operators require only minimal maintenance while providing consistently high levels of reliability — an essential consideration for busy public buildings.

For projects requiring an alternative configuration, TORMAX also offers a high-performance lintel-concealed swing door drive, providing similarly discreet automation within the door header — further demonstrating the company’s expertise in sensitively enhancing access to both heritage and contemporary buildings.