When you run a shop, hotel, bed and breakfast or other business that has a lot of visitors coming through its doors then automatic doors are an alternative you should look at. As an alternative to conventional doors, automatic doors can be a solution to alleviate the traffic flow through busy areas. Recently we have seen a rise in the popularity of automatic doors, not only to provide access for the disabled, but they are convenient for everyone.
Because of the automated nature there isn’t any effort required on the part of the customer or visitor to your business premises – and whilst they might not realise it, this plays a large part in customer satisfaction.
Why would it be advantageous to install automatic doors at your business premises?
•It is now a legal requirement for business to provide the ways to access their premises for the disabled. Installing automatic doors is a great way to assist disabled people to gain access to your business and may prevent you breaching any disability laws.
•When you have a high traffic business property (hotel, shopping centre, office block or leisure centre) an automatic door system enables your visitors to pass through your entrance without getting caught up in a queue. Automatic doors promote easy flowing foot traffic through your business.
•An automatic door can last you a long time, they are manufactured to a high standard and are known to be reliable. Due to the fact that they are devised for high traffic areas you can be certain that they will not break down.
•An automatic door can be more energy efficient ! As they will shut automatically after a visitor enters, it will make sure that you retain the heat in your building – ensuring your company uses less energy. This is not just good for the environment but also to your bank balance!
What type of automatic doors can be purchased?
You’ll find that there is a whole range of automatic doors available, which will meet most requirements. Here is a quick rundown of the most popular types of automatic door and their most popular uses:
•Balanced automatic door – ideal for those who have a limited space for an automatic door to open
•Revolving automatic door – this is a good choice for buildings with a lot of visitors, to encourage a continuous flow of people.
•Automatic telescopic doors – due to their telescopic function they are suitable for hospitals
•Automatic swinging doors – these are the kind that you see in most shopping centres as they are quiet and don’t need much room to operate in
•Automatic sliding doors – are one of the most common as they can be fitted in most locations
There are numerous benefits to having automatic doors fitted to your business premises and now you are aware of the ins and outs of these kind of doors you will be in a position to choose for your commercial premises with confidence.
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