Do You Know You Can Retrofit Manual Doors?
Property owners face a costly problem when ADA compliance deadlines approach. Full door replacement projects routinely run into tens of thousands of dollars per entrance, create weeks of disruption, and still leave many wondering if a simpler path exists. The answer is yes. Do Automatic Door Retrofit delivers full automatic functionality to any existing manual door without the expense or downtime of complete replacement. This approach solves the accessibility challenge directly. Facility managers can achieve full compliance while keeping their current door frames, glass, and aesthetics intact. The following article explains exactly how an Automatic Door Retrofit works, the components involved, the clear advantages over replacement, and the practical steps required for successful implementation. Why Full Replacement Is Often Unnecessary? Many commercial buildings constructed before current ADA standards feature heavy manual doors that create barriers for people with disab...