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Automatic Door Day:
Celebrating Innovation in Accessibility and Convenience
Horton Door's Automatic Door Day is an observance that celebrates the innovation and impact of automatic doors in modern architecture and daily life. Recognized by those in the industry and beyond, this day highlights the technological advancement and practicality of automatic doors, which have become an integral part of public buildings, commercial spaces, and more.
An automatic door opens automatically, typically upon sensing a person's approach. It uses various technologies, such as motion or optical sensors, to trigger its opening mechanism, thereby providing user hands-free operation. This feature offers convenience and enhances accessibility, especially for individuals with disabilities or those carrying heavy or bulky items.
The invention of automatic doors dates back to the 20th century. The first known automatic door was invented in 1931 by Horace H. Raymond and Sheldon S. Roby for the Wilcox's Pier Restaurant in West Haven, Connecticut. This early version used a mat actuator – when someone stepped on a mat in front of the door, it triggered the opening mechanism. Since then, the technology has evolved significantly.
Modern automatic doors use sophisticated sensors and microprocessors. These advancements have made doors more reliable, safe, and energy-efficient. Today's automatic doors come in various forms, including sliding, swinging, revolving, and folding designs, each suited to different types of buildings and spaces.
BENEFITS OF AUTOMATIC DOORS
Automatic doors are beneficial in several ways. They provide:
Enhanced accessibility, way-finding, and traffic flow.
Ensure compliance with laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Improve energy efficiency by minimizing when the door remains open and reducing air conditioning or heating loss.
Offer a hygienic solution by reducing the need to touch door handles, which is necessary in healthcare facilities and during public health crises.
Hospitals, airports, hotels, shopping centers, and many other public spaces utilize automatic doors for convenience, accessibility, and energy efficiency. They have become symbolic of modern, user-friendly design in architecture and urban planning.
In summary, Horton Door's Automatic Door Day celebrates a technological innovation that has significantly impacted architecture and daily life. Automatic doors symbolize convenience, accessibility, and progress in creating inclusive and efficient public spaces. This day acknowledges the importance of such innovations in enhancing the quality of life for people from all walks of life.
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