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All FAAC automatic pedestrian doors are engineered to facilitate smooth transit while ensuring a minimal footprint, whisper-quiet performance and maximum adaptability.
FAAC door automation systems are fully EN16005 compliant and incorporate advanced technology focused on safety and energy efficiency.
Technology
Innovative solutions for more sustainable entrances
Over the years, customer expectations have evolved, revealing several critical areas for improvement in traditional systems — particularly in relation to:
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Unnecessary door openings and slow closing speeds
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User discomfort caused by cold air drafts directed at employees or customers near entrance areas
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High energy consumption from power-hungry air curtains positioned near doorways
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The need for double-door systems to reduce thermal dispersion
FAAC entered the automatic door market in the mid-1990s, immediately bringing its technological expertise and capacity for innovation to the table.

Energy Saving System
The first major innovation is Energy Saving — a smart system that detects the direction of pedestrian movement, preventing unnecessary door openings and minimizing the time the doors remain open. This helps reduce heat loss caused by prolonged openings.
By optimizing door usage, Energy Saving significantly reduces the energy consumption of HVAC systems, resulting in lower operating costs and a meaningful reduction in CO₂ emissions.
To validate its effectiveness, FAAC partnered with the University of Liège (Belgium) to develop THERMOTOOL — a software tool designed to quantify energy savings and emission reductions in measurable, economic terms.
Benefits of Energy Saving
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Detects walking direction and optimizes opening/closing times, reducing unnecessary air dispersion
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Minimizes the ingress of dust and smog, improving indoor hygiene and simplifying daily cleaning
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Enhances thermal comfort, promoting the well-being of both employees and visitors
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Enables measurable cost savings, allowing the investment to pay for itself within a few years
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Quantifies and reduces CO₂ emissions, supporting sustainability goals

AIRSLIDE Integrated Air Curtain
To maximize the energy efficiency of automatic doors, FAAC has developed AIRSLIDE — an innovative entrance system that integrates the air curtain directly into the door frame lintel.
Benefits of AIRSLIDE
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The integrated air curtain shields the entrance from cold in winter and heat in summer
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Helps retain conditioned air inside the building, significantly reducing energy consumption
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Limits the infiltration of smog, dust, dirt, and insects from outside
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Eliminates unpleasant drafts near the doorway
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Simplifies architectural design, requiring only proper sizing of the wall opening
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Eases installation and maintenance, as only a single integrated system is needed
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Features an innovative, fully concealed design
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Operates without treating the air, avoiding additional energy consumption
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