
Automatic sliding doors with breakout or the modernization of the passenger terminal in Constanța Port
Automating access routes for passenger comfort
Built in 2005, the passenger terminal at Constanța Port provides optimal conditions for docking river cruise ships that stop over at the port, as well as for large sea passenger ships, as the depth of the sea at the quay allows it.
Ensuring a smooth flow of passengers during embarkation and disembarkation is crucial for managing control formalities and creating a comfortable experience for travelers arriving at the port.
From its construction, the passenger terminal was equipped with 14 automatic sliding doors with two panels, designed to handle the flow of passengers efficiently. Nearly 18 years and millions of passengers later, the terminal’s access points required renovation.
Thus, KADRA teams delivered and installed a new set of automatic sliding doors equipped with a breakout system. In this case, the automated access routes serve a dual purpose: facilitating quick and comfortable transit within the terminal and ensuring the safe evacuation of people in case of an emergency.
8 automatic doors were installed on the exterior of the building, while 6 doors were installed inside. The doors feature thermo-insulating safety glass (double glazing) and are fitted with a sliding profile that includes a gasket, separated from the automation structure to reduce vibrations and noise during operation.
The breakout system adds extra safety, especially in emergencies
In emergencies, the sliding doors can open through mechanical pushing (swing open individually) using the panic system (breakout) feature.
This panic system can be locked individually to prevent accidental openings (due to wind, pushing, or forcing). Additionally, in case of a power outage, the doors can be operated manually.
In a facility like a port terminal, which sees high foot traffic and requires secure access control, safety, and comfort, the automatic sliding doors with breakout installed by KADRA proved to be the optimal solution.
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