Flexible & Accessible – Solving Design Challenges with Interior Sliding Door Systems
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the main innovations in interior sliding doors and how they contribute to privacy, accessibility and building flexibility goals.
- Gain a better understanding of how interior sliding doors can address design technical project requirements such as fire and smoke ratings, accessibility needs and physical security.
- Explore the different types of sliding door assemblies and how they contribute to lean or space efficient design .
- Illustrate solutions, through case studies, to common challenges in healthcare facilities, schools, offices and more.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
*State-certified members self-report 1 ADA State Accessibility/Barrier-Free
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
In this course, participants will learn how commercial interior sliding doors solve challenges for a range of commercial spaces with their ability to attenuate sound, improve space efficiency, promote design flexibility and visually complement today’s modern interiors. In addition to highlighting door design innovations, this course will showcase how flexible openings can benefit projects in healthcare, education and office settings both immediately and in the long-term. Participants will also learn how sliding doors can support complex project needs such as acoustics, life safety, physical security, ventilation, durability and accessibility without compromising aesthetics.
Photo courtesy of ©Alex Nye
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Tysen Gannon, LEED AP, with AD Systems has more than 15 years of experience in the architectural products industry, including roles in sales, product management, research, and marketing, with a focus on glass and glazing, fenestration, and façade systems. |
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AD Systems is headquartered in Everett, Washington and provides high-quality sliding doors and interior storefront assemblies for projects throughout the USA and abroad. They pride themselves on quality craftmanship and an innovative spirit. |
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