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Paddington Station Improves Assisted Travel Experience (June 2024)

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A new lounge, that has been designed for Network Rail passengers using the assistance programme, has opened at Paddington station. TORMAX was contracted to work with Saper Glass to manufacture and install an automatic, single sliding door system, giving clear and easy access into the Assisted Travel Lounge (ATL).

Powered by the in-house designed TORMAX iMotion 2202 door drive, smooth and reliable operation is assured thanks to the innovative design of the high torque, synchronous motor that ensures rapid response to approaching foot traffic.

Featuring none of the parts that regularly wear out, such as gears and brushes, the iMotion motor offers a longer lifespan, with lower maintenance demands, than other similar door operators.

Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Paddington’s Grade I listed structure is one of Britain’s most historically significant railway stations. Appointed as main contractor, Consortia Group was responsible for delivering the new ATL, greatly improving accessibility within this major transport hub.

Situated next to the taxi rank on the station’s upper deck, the ATL provides a safe, convenient and accessible waiting room for passengers of restricted mobility. During opening hours, Network Rail’s Passenger Assistance team provide a customer ambassador to help individuals wanting to use the facility.

Ensuring the TORMAX automatic door opens and closes appropriately every time, speed settings and hold-open time can be easily adjusted by station staff via a user-friendly keypad.

Maximising system performance, an intelligent microprocessor control system guarantees permanent monitoring of door leaf movement, making automatic adjustments in response to say a build-up of debris on the floor.

“Travelling through a busy station can be challenging for those with additional needs,” comments Susan Evans, Network Rail’s head of passenger strategy for Western Route. “The Assisted Travel Lounge helps mitigate this by providing a friendly space for people to get the help they need from a dedicated team.”

Top 10 Flo-Motion® doors receive EPD verification for Axis Entrances!

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Axis Entrances Ltd is delighted to announce its ten most specified Flo-Motion® doors have now been included in the EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) Verification Scheme on the BRE (Building Research Establishment) GreenBook Live portal.

As the innovators and manufacturers behind the multi-award-winning Flo-Motion® door range for the healthcare sector, receiving these independently verified EPDs is a strong show of the company’s ongoing commitment to measuring and reducing the environmental impact of its products.

Managing Director, Rob Brunero says: “We have always taken our environmental responsibility seriously, so we’re very proud to have this independent verification of the sustainable benefits of our doors.

“We know these EPDs will help specifiers too, with the increasing responsibilities they have, for delivering buildings more sustainably. We will continue to lead the way in our industry for our dedication to environmental responsibility and customer focus.”

The ten Flo-Motion® doors with EPDs are:

  • Flo-Motion® Sliding Door System Types:
    • F11
    • F12
    • F01 (3400mm)
  • Flo-motion® Single Slide Types:
    • F01 (2400mm)
    • E32
  • Flo-motion® Bi-Parting Types
    • B100
    • B01
    • B32
  • Flo-motion® Telescopic Types
    • T100
    • T55

For more information:

AXIS ENTRANCE SYSTEMS LTD

Unit 6, Queens Park Industrial Estate, Studland Road, Northampton NN2 6NA

T: 01604 212500

E: sales@axisentrances.com

www.axisentrances.com

Automatic Entrance Pods Welcome Brighton Coworkers (May 2022)

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Delivering flexible workspace facilities for freelancers seeking coworking space, through to corporates on more traditional leases, Plus X Brighton helps drive member productivity and positivity through innovation, world-class support, connectivity, and curated collaboration. Providing welcoming access to this busy innovation hub, TORMAX was contracted by JPJ Installations Ltd to provide eye-catching, curved-sliding automatic entrance pods to the main east and west access points.

Chic and contemporary, yet intensely practical, the pods each consist of a double set of curved glass doors that move independently, creating an opening space up to 40% greater than could be formed using linear sliding doors.

PlusX Brighton. Copyright Jim Stephenson 2020

Ensuring a long working life with minimal maintenance, the doors are powered by technologically advanced TORMAX iMotion 2202.A operators.

Plus X is a new, localised national network of innovation hubs that aims to transform left behind places and support Britain’s new generation of entrepreneurs and inventors.

The seven-storey Plus X Brighton innovation hub incorporates a wealth of adaptable workspaces, a 150-person events area, hi-spec media suites, specialist prototyping workshops, as well as wellbeing benefits including an expansive roof terrace and bar, yoga classes and a nutritional café.

With sustainability as a key driving force, the building has been designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent and EPC B Rating.  Contributing to the green solution, the TORMAX entrance pods can be programmed to create an effective airlock during inclement weather, helping reduce heat-loss from the foyer.

Further minimising energy consumption, the aesthetically discreet iMotion 2202.A operators feature state-of-the-art microprocessor controls to permanently monitor door movement. This ensures system performance is always optimised, with door movement being automatically adjusted in response to external factors such as increased wind conditions, for example.

“This is an inspiring community development that embraces a modern way of working,” comments Simon Roberts, MD for TORMAX UK. “The efficient yet stylish, bright yellow entrance pods set the tone of the building as people arrive each day.”