The many benefits that were gained by Somerset Architectural College by the automatic door solution designed and installed by ADSF UK LTD. The new automatic door entry system needed to be reliable, robust and above all safe.
Situation:
Somerset Architectural College recently approached ADSF UK LTD for their advice in replacing their existing automatic bi-fold doors with a new automated system that is equally as functional, and can provide far better safety and security for the college. Colleges, universities and schools have two basic objectives when it comes to designing their building. The main principal of any learning centre is to be able to create an environment that is conducive to learning and equally as important is ensure the safety of their students the teaching and catering staff and of course visitors alike. Schools, colleges and universities face several risks these days as they are not only threatened by theft or vandalism, but also with physical attacks that could harm the people inside the school campus and surrounding buildings. This is the reason why they have recently installed an internal access control system. The feeling was that if an automatic door system was also introduced it would complement their objectives in conjunction with the initial actions on safety precautions that they have already implemented at the college.
Automatic Doors Solution:
To successfully meet all the requirements of Somerset Architectural College, ADSF UK LTD replaced the old bi-fold doors with a new pair of Premis 120 automatic swing door openers and door leafs.
The new automatic doors system has a sturdy, lightweight, and highly durable aluminium material for its frame and transparent glass on the panel. This gave a major improvement from the old bi-fold doors that have stood the test of time. It is not only aesthetically better, but also safer to use for the students and teachers because of the new and stronger structure.
The transparent glass panel on the other hand, can give individuals the opportunity to see any unwelcome outside activity as well as being able to see inside the college clearly. This feature is fantastic in boosting both safety and security at the college. The clear glass always comes with safety stickers to ensure that students do not walk straight into the glass! In addition the glass is also toughened to take the daily knocks and scrapes of a thousand students entering and exiting the college on a daily basis. The sleek and modern design of the new swing automatic door also blended extremely well with the building’s exterior design which enhanced the overall appearance of the outside of the college premises.
Somerset College Outcome:
All our automatic doors are officially approved for use as fire doors, which make this new installation the perfect entrance solution to meet the college’s objective of providing a safe place for their students and teaching staff. Since this door can be battery operated and can also be pulled or pushed open, people in the building can easily leave the premises in case of an emergency without the fear of causing massive congestion at the exits due to the improper handling of the doors. In the unlikely event of a power failure the automatic doors can still be manually opened with ease. This dual operation removes any concerns of a delayed evacuation should the necessity for it arise.
The automatic swing doors operation is silent yet very efficient. The automatic doors in addition manage pedestrian traffic flow in and out of the building even at peak times of the day making for the easy entrances and exits of students, especially at the end of the day’s lectures when a good number of students need to leave the building at the same time. The reliable swing door automated system has never failed to function properly and of course delivers easy and straight forward access for everyone visiting the college including the disabled students and staff employed there.
The students felt a sense of pride and belonging as the new, modern, appearance of the college gives the impression of a forward thinking contemporary learning centre. The old manual shabby doors were replaced by the new swing doors that delivered a welcoming charm that inspired students, family and visitors alike.
Alongside the internal access control system already in place, the swing door added an extra layer of safety and security, which made the college a safe second home for these young adults.
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