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turnstiles can pose challenges for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility. To address this, designers might pair such systems with adjacent ‘pass’ sliding or swing doors.
The Priory View, Dunstable (Record UK)
Modern entrance systems can do more than regulate access; they can also serve as part of a building’s wider management and security strategy. Powered pedestrian doors can be integrated with occupancy tracking systems to monitor footfall, ensuring compliance with fi re safety regulations and aiding crowd management. These systems can also support energy effi ciency by reducing heat loss and maintaining internal climate control.
When paired with other smart building technologies, such as lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and security systems, PPD can optimise building performance. For example, doors equipped with sensors can detect unauthorised entry attempts and trigger alerts to a security team. Similarly, integrating door systems with emergency response protocols can streamline evacuation processes.
City of Glasgow College (GEZE UK)
Entrance systems must be tailored to the specifi c requirements of each site and
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its users. High-traffi c retail environments may prioritise ease of access and traffi c fl ow, whereas a secure research facility may require stringent access controls and compartmentalisation of internal spaces. Early collaboration between architects, security consultants and automatic door suppliers is essential to achieve the right balance of functionality, security, and aesthetics. Artifi cial intelligence and machine learning are beginning to play a role in access control, enabling predictive analytics and automated responses to potential security threats. Biometrics, such as facial recognition and fi ngerprint scanners, are becoming more sophisticated and can provide a higher level of security without impeding user convenience. To future-proof entrances, architects and designers should consider systems that are modular and adaptable. This allows for easy upgrades as new technologies emerge, ensuring that the building remains compliant with changing regulations and continues to meet the needs of its users.
Darren Hyde is technical training manager, Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA)
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