Just as more owners are incorporating interior glass partitions to balance views with health and safety, touchless entry systems afford similar combinations of accessibility and security. Touchless solutions reduce hand-to-door contact in high traffic areas, minimizing the spread of germs, while offering barrier-free universal access for people with disabilities. Devil’s Detail 31 describes touchless options and design considerations, explains the difference between low-energy and automatic openers, clarifies revolving door concerns, and offers links to ANSI/BHMA code standards. This article was produced in collaboration with dormakaba, a leading global provider of access and security solutions.
Devil’s Detail 31: Touchless Entries
The AGI Devil’s Details educational series of articles illustrates and describes common glazing challenges as a means to communicate best practices for the design and construction industry, not as a sole source for design guidance. AGI recommends design professionals consult with an AGI contractor regarding specific project challenges.