Express Door Series
ASSA ABLOY SL500 EX
Meeting the demands of your industry... today



Meeting the demands of your industry... today
Time is everything - to you and your customers. As expectations increase to serve more customers, and serve them even faster, organizations are looking for ways to gain an edge. Enter innovative door/window solutions that can help maximize efficiency and throughput in your operation.
Whether you are serving customers through drive-thru, curbside pickup, or third-party delivery, the demands for simplicity and efficiency have never been higher.
As organizations adjust to these throughput demands, ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is pleased to offer the premier solution: The SL500 Express Door.
The SL500 EX door series was designed with input from top quick-service organizations in the nation.
Based on the reliable ASSA ABLOY SL500 automatic sliding door package, the SL500 EX works as both a door and a window, giving you the flexibility you need. Choose between Swing or Slide express door features, depending on your unique needs.
Regardless of your choice, you can expect your SL500 EX door to meet the rigors of your quick serve environment - both today and tomorrow.
Based on the high performance ASSA ABLOY SL500 system
Swing Express panels using common door hardware for simplicity & lower cost of ownership
Sliding Express panels that stay in the same plane when moved to the open or closed position
Sliding Express panels that self-open in unison and hold for convenience
Patented design for reliable performance and reduced maintenance
Tracks require regular cleaning and lubrication
Inverted concealed floor tracks to eliminate floor level gaps where food & debris can accumulate*
Stainless Steel Express window sill
Hurricane rated version (EXR)
*Exception - EXR
With express half-panel doors
With express C-panel slide doors
SL500 Doors: ASSA ABLOY’s proven, reliable automatic door package.
Express Doors: EX door panelseither half-panel swing or C-panel slide - that function as both a window and a door.
ASSA ABLOY SL500 EX advantages:
Intuitive and easy-to-use
Smooth operation
Easy to clean - no lubrication needed
Durable and reliable
Hurricane rated version
Backed by ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems incomparable nationwide 24/7 service network
Quick service restaurants
Fast casual dining
Convenience stores
Coffee shops Industries we impact:
The SL500 EX-SW is an ideal solution for those who desire simplicity and practicality. Our patent-pending design uses common, industry hardware, so we can service your door with ease.
Shown here: the SL500 EX-SW with express swing doors in open position
Automatic Window Express Features Closed Door
Here, the swing express doors remain closed, while the SL500 door opens as needed. This creates an automatic window. Here, swing express doors swing open and latch securely out of the way, letting employees safely enter and exit while the SL500 door secures behind them.
The door remains closed and electronically locked when not in use. When interior activation is required, simply open your SL500 EX-SW via motion activation or key FOB/ card reader from the exterior.
Exterior view
Swing Express Door Panels
Built with employee convenience in mind. Choose between wave plates, push plates, card readers, and fobs for efficient entry and exit.
Our inverted concealed track guides eliminate floor-level gaps where debris can build up... Making the door easier to clean.
Advanced Sensor Options: ASSA ABLOY SP-81 and SA-81 Sensors
Key cylinder and thumbturns hold the doors closed and secured. Locks only visible from the interior for enhanced security after hours.
Double locks for EXR Hurricane Version
Magnets or latches to secure swing express doors in open position for easy passage.
Latch required for EXR Hurricane Version
Patented design # US11,448,003 and US11,713,616
• SP-81 Overhead Sensors: Allows you to set a narrow detection area, keeping nearby employee activity from accidentally triggering the door.
• SA-81 Activation Sensors: Small and sleek with excellent detection, these allow employees to activate the SL500 base package with the wave of a hand.
Express doors self-open when unlocked, providing an automatic door opening that allows employees to enter and exit conveniently.
Increased automation, increased convenience.
The SL500 EX-SL takes convenience to the next level. Developed with employee efficiency in mind, the sliding express doors are ideal when there is limited space, such as drive thru lines.
Here, the sliding express doors remain closed, while the SL500 door opens automatically as needed. This creates an automatic window. In window mode, express doors must be manually closed and locked.
The door remains closed and electronically locked when not in use. When interior activation is required, simply open your SL500 EX-SL via motion activation or key FOB/ card reader from the exterior.
Automatic Window Sliding Express Features Closed Door Shown here: the SL500 EX-SL with express sliding doors in useExterior view
Exterior view
Sliding Express Door Panels
Our inverted concealed track guides eliminate floor-level gaps where debris can build up... Making the door easier to clean.
Exception: EXR Hurricane Version
Advanced Sensor Options:
ASSA ABLOY SP-81 and SA-81 Sensors
Key cylinder and thumbturns hold the doors closed and secured. Locks only visible from the interior for enhanced security after hours.
Double locks for EXR Hurricane Version
Built with employee convenience in mind. Choose between wave plates, push plates, card readers, and fobs for efficient entry and exit.
Patent Pending Design
• SP-81 Overhead Sensors: Allows you to set a narrow detection area, keeping nearby employee activity from accidentally triggering the door.
• SA-81 Activation Sensors: Small and sleek with excellent detection, these allow employees to activate the SL500 base package with the wave of a hand.
Interior viewThe ASSA ABLOY Group is the global leader in access solutions. Every day, we help billions of people to experience a more open world.
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems provides solutions for efficient and safe flow of goods and people. Our offering includes a wide range of automated pedestrian, industrial, and residential doors, loading dock equipment and services.
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems
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