70 Industry News Also online at www.dijonline.co.uk Door Industry Journal Summer 2026 Automated Gates & Barriers BFT launches EasyAXS: A smart connectivity solution for automated gates AN EASY to install solution offering simplified system set-up for installers and smart control for end users BFT Automation, the specialists in access automation systems and part of the SOMFY Group, has officially launched EasyAXS, an innovative smart connectivity system designed for automated gates. EasyAXS delivers a seamless endto-end solution for installers, simplifying installation and setup, with comprehensive after-sales support. Easy to install and quick to commission, the compact module is plugged directly into the gate system control panel and connects via a dedicated app with Bluetooth connectivity, allowing installers to configure and activate it directly from a smartphone even without an internet connection. Wi-Fi or Mobile (4G with a 1GB SIM) connectivity modules are available, offering flexibility tailored to customer needs and project requirements. Users can control their gates through the TaHoma by Somfy app on their smartphones. Those already using TaHoma for home automation can seamlessly add their gate system, making it more convenient to manage gates and other connected devices in one place. Commenting on the launch of the EasyAXS, Steven Montgomery, Managing Director for Somfy/BFT, said: “Launching EasyAXS is an exciting time for us here at BFT. The solution is made with the installer in mind – simple to install, set up and easy to hand over to the end user. The app is intuitive and designed so that no training is needed to install and use. No additional products are needed for smart phone control either. “The 4G GSM solution is also very reliable and required for projects where the gate control panel is located out of range of the local WiFi signal. The TaHoma end user app, from Somfy, is easy to use while at home or away and can be linked to a smart speaker for voice activated control. “We are also looking forward to introducing remote servicing in the near future, which will include remote diagnostics and aftersales support that can take place off site. For the installer, this will mean time saved on travelling to and from locations to resolve issues that can now be identified remotely.” EasyAXS is currently compatible with the Thalia BT A80/160 and Deimos sliding gate operators, with a continued phased roll-out planned for connectivity to other BFT products in the future. For further information on the EasyAXS, contact BFT Automation on 0161 456 0456 (North Office), or 01477 674 750 (South Office) or visit www.bftautomationuk.com
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