Choosing the correct automatic front door
Combining aesthetics with safety, the perfect combination that one is looking for and this is what an automatic entrance door provides. Now before we jump into the various types of automatic doors, we must understand the purpose for which this door will be installed. This will allow us to make an informed decision that will go a long way toward vindicating our decision.
Although there are many options available to choose from when it comes to automatic front door, there are a few tips to consider before reaching a verdict:
• How often the door will be opened and how much space is available
• Length of the door and material used
• Whether the door has horizontal support or not
The other tips to keep in mind before installing a front door:
• Rolling and sliding motion at the touch of a button
• A plethora of other configurations that will allow you to accommodate not only people entering from the outside, but also using a remote control to exit once inside.
• A backup battery that can also run on solar energy
• Use of a remote system that makes it easy for the user to control the entrance door at all times.
The decision you make will determine how safe your property is and therefore it is paramount that you consider all the pros and cons of each design carefully. Perhaps the most important factor here is usage and how often the door will be used. It is always recommended to understand the type of terrain on which the gate is to be installed and then also allow enough space for not one, but two cars to pass through the gate at the same time. And then comes the concern for safety. Make sure a separate passage is maintained for pedestrian traffic and that there is always enough room for an ambulance or fire truck to enter. The remote system provided must have a security code and must be easily accessible to the user at all times.
Types of automatic front doors
The following are the popular types of automatic front doors available in the market. Let’s analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each of them.
1. Vertical pivot doors
This type of door uses a motor and belt system and is suitable if there is not enough room to work on the entrance side to open the door. Since a vertical pivot door opens with an up and down motion, it could fit the bill perfectly. Also due to the counterbalance spring system, this particular door needs a bit of space to accommodate them since a tower is not used as a support. Vertical pivot door operators are especially useful when it is necessary to control vehicles and pedestrians.
Advantages: speed, space, convenience and security.
Cons: The cost of installation and the size of the entire door.
2. Sliding doors
Perhaps the most widely used front door, the biggest advantage of a sliding door is that it moves horizontally on wheels or rollers to the left or right of the driveway. Therefore, more space is needed in either direction to accommodate this particular door.
Advantages: safety, convenience, cost and size
Cons: used space and speed on both sides
3. Swing doors
This is similar to a gate that uses a hinge to open on one side of the driveway. This is not very common with operators.
Advantages: security, space and convenience
Cons: space used and the exorbitant cost of installation
4. Barrier gates
This is used more in toll plazas and to control traffic. Basically one arm is lowered to stop the movement of the vehicles and then lunges up to allow their passage. As it is only used for traffic control, it is not very aesthetic and also not very safe at the same time and should not be used as a front door.
conclusion
It is best to contact professionals as all requirements are different at all times and a certified partner should be considered at the front door before making a decision.