We are very familiar with automatic doors, used in entrances and corridors of various buildings such as commercial facilities, office buildings, hospitals, airports, etc.
An automatic door is a door that is opened and closed not by human power, but by power such as electricity or pressure-sensing pads.
Automatic door equipment used at entrances to commercial facilities, office buildings, etc. is usually an "automatic electric door" that uses sensors to detect the approach of a person or object to open the door. Sensors are used to open and close the door after confirming the passage of pedestrians.
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The effect of automatic doors
In addition to being able to open and close the door without touching the door, automatic doors also have the following functions.
Energy Saving: Preventing doors from being left open can improve air conditioning efficiency.
Barrier-free: Since there is no need for manual switches, it increases the convenience of use for double carry-on luggage, strollers, people in wheelchairs, etc.
Hygiene: The door can be opened and closed without touching, which is beneficial to hospitals, food factories and other places that require hygienic management.
Automatic door type:
sliding door
In Southeast Asia, sliding automatic doors are commonly used. This type has not only flat doors, but also curved doors that look stylish.
swing door
Automatic doors that open and close by swinging forward or backward. Can be installed even where there is no room for door retraction.
revolving door
Two to four doors are placed radially around the axis of rotation. When it rotates in the cylindrical windproof chamber, it can always isolate the inside of the building from the outside, prevent the outside wind from blowing in, and keep the indoor temperature changes to a minimum.
Automatic door safety
Automatic doors bring convenience to our daily lives, but on the other hand, accidents do occur, especially caused by children and the elderly. In Japan, it is said that the tendencies of accidents are "collision", "diagonal approach collision", and "parking and being trapped at the threshold", and these three reasons account for 50%. All accidents. *
Automatic doors are very convenient to use in daily life, but accidents sometimes occur.
For safer use, it is effective to use upgraded sensors with safety functions, perform daily maintenance and regular inspections.
Electric doors and automatic doors
As a leading manufacturer and supplier of automatic doors and accessories, Automatic Door Hardware is often asked about the difference between electric doors and automatic doors. While these two types of doors may look similar, they have distinct differences that are important to understand.
Electric door
An electric door is a door that requires a certain amount of physical strength to open, but it also has a power assist mechanism to help the door open and close. This type of door is ideal for areas where it is necessary to maintain a certain degree of control over the opening and closing of the door. Electric doors are commonly used in places such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools.
Automatic door
Automatic doors, on the other hand, are doors that open and close automatically and do not require physical effort. The doors are equipped with sensors that detect motion, pressure or other cues and are designed to open in a variety of ways, such as sliding, swinging or folding. Automatic doors are ideal for areas where ease of access is important. They are commonly used in environments such as airports, retail stores and office buildings.
Advantages of electric doors and automatic doors
Both electric doors and automatic doors have their own unique advantages. Power-assisted doors can help people with physical disabilities or reduced mobility open and close the door more easily, while also providing a degree of control over the opening and closing of the door. Automatic doors, on the other hand, can provide easy access and convenience, making them ideal for high-traffic areas and environments where people may be busy.
Choose the right door for your needs
When deciding between electric gates and automatic gates, it's important to consider the needs of your specific setup. If you need to maintain a certain level of control over the opening and closing of your door, an electric gate may be the best choice. If ease of access and convenience are more important, automatic doors may be a better choice. It's also important to consider factors such as budget, maintenance and installation requirements.
