BFT UK Training Academy Courses | Advanced Training
BFT UK Training Academy offers different training levels Introductory Training and Specialist Training which can be customised to match your company and employee requirements, allowing you to maximise your learning experience. BFT training utilises classroom learning alongside hands-on practical exercises, ensuring you have a comprehensive knowledge at the end of the course.
BFT UK Training Academy Level 2 – Advanced engineers' courses
Our Level 2 course is designed to provide advanced level training for products including specification and application.
Training topics cover the complete portfolio of BFT products including:
- Gate operators (slide/ swing)
- Traffic barriers
- Automatic bollards
- Automatic door operators
- Control panels
The training can be customised to suit your company’s requirements and BFT can provide training for day-to-day installations or specific projects. Simply choose a selection from the below and we can develop the training. Please choose a maximum of 4 options per training session. Please note there is a maximum limit of 6 delegates per session.
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Programming control panels | ||
Thalia P control panel (24v operators) | Level 2 | The Thalia P panel is the main control panel for BFT’ range of 24v DC swing gate operators. This course gives a comprehensive overview of the control panel’s operations including programming. At the end of this course attendees will be able to fully programme the Thalia P panel and set up basic operations. |
Rigel 6 control panel | Level 2 | The Rigel 6 panel is the universal control panel for BFT’s range of 230v AC swing gate operators. This course gives a comprehensive overview of the control panel’s operations including programming. At the end of this course attendees will be able to fully programme the Rigel 6 panel and set up basic operations. |
Leo C CBB control panel | Level 2 | The Leo C CBB panel is the main control panel for BFT’s range of 230v AC sliding gate operators. This course gives a comprehensive overview of the control panel’s operations including programming. At the end of this course attendees will be able to fully programme the Leo C CBB panel and set up basic operations. |
Working with barriers | ||
Advanced guide to BFT automatic barriers | Level 2 | This course provides a comprehensive overview of the range of automatic barriers from BFT. At the end of this training, you will have an advanced understanding of the barriers and their capabilities. You will also cover the different boom arm types and the accessories including light kits and barrier skirts. The course features in-depth mechanical set-up. |
Working with Maxima barriers | Level 2 | The Maxima family is BFT’s premium range of barriers. They have a wide range of applications and features. This course provides detailed training on panel programming and operations, including mechanical set-up. |
Advanced barrier booms | Level 2 | This training course provides a comprehensive overview of the various barrier boom types and their applications. At the end of this training, you will be able to identify the different booms and have a clear understanding of their capabilities. You will also learn about the different boom bracket types and the additional boom accessories including light kits and barrier skirts. |
Gate operators advanced training | ||
Advanced 24v DC gate motors | Level 2 | This course provides a detailed and in-depth review of the range of 24v DC swing gate operators. At the end of this training, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the low voltage gate operators including correct motor selection, switching and operations. |
Advanced 230v gate motors | Level 2 | This training provides a detailed and in-depth review of the range of 230v AC swing gate operators. At the end of this training, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the mains voltage gate operators including correct motor selection, switching and operations. |
Advanced sliding gate motors | Level 2 | This course provides a detailed and in-depth review of the range of sliding gate operators. At the end of this training, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the sliding gate range including correct motor selection. The training also covers the difference between tracked and cantilever gates, as well as the range of gate hardware products. |
Gate geometry | Level 2 | Attendees will learn how to calculate Gate Geometry and the use of software tools. At the end of this course engineers will be able to calculate swing gate geometry quickly and confidently. |
Bollards advanced training | ||
Rising bollards | Level 2 | This course covers the full bollard product range including the manual, gas spring and hydraulic types. The training covers how they work and correct installation techniques. |
Perseo panels | Level 2 | The Perseo panel is the main control panel for the BFT bollard range. The course provides a full overview of the control panel including programming and operation. At the end of this course, you will be able to set-up any of BFT’s automatic bollard range. |
Advanced electronics training | ||
Tested circuits | Level 2 | This course is designed to cover BFT tested circuits for experienced engineers. The training will explain tested circuits and the benefits. At the end of this course, engineers will have a comprehensive understanding of tested circuits and their application. |
Advance fault-finding | Level 2 | Advanced fault-finding training, attendees will learn how to diagnose more complex and less common faults. This course will enable Engineers to find faults quickly and easily with the aid of standard equipment. This course will suit engineers who already have experience of fault finding. |
Accessories advanced training | ||
BEA laser scanners | Level 2 | Learn about BEA scanners, how they should be used and applied across a range of different applications. This course covers a product overview and explains basic programming. |
Proxima programming | Level 2 | The Proxima programmer can save time and simplify product set-up. This training covers an overview of the product as well as basic programming and set-up. |
Automatic doors - Vista training | ||
Automatic door operators | Level 2 | This course covers the Vista automatic door operators. The course covers full panel programming and operation. The course can cover the full range of products or focus on a specific operator. |