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Security and hygiene in the reception area at Furla

… Pesa, around 30km south of Florence. The modern building complex impresses with its triumphant combination of modern industrial architecture and the romantic Italian landscape. Security and convenience for employees in the reception area – thanks in part to GEZE The hub of the site is the Piazza Furla, which is the first area that visitors and employees pass through and leads on to the reception area. Its design is reminiscent of the entrance to a Tuscan villa, with cypress trees lining this path to the doors to reception. Around 150 people pass through the building on a daily basis. So, in addition to a welcoming character, hygiene and security are also essential in this area. With its low installation height of only … cm, the Slimdrive SL NT in black fits perfectly into the minimalist design concept of the building. © Alberto Violante / GEZE GmbH Smart door system for security and hygiene The entrance doors have to meet one special requirement, namely withstanding the often gusty conditions in the Chianti hills. In addition, they need to operate hygienically and conveniently. The Slimdrive SL NT sliding door system with ISO glass profile system was identified as the ideal solution, with the company opting for the double-leaf variant. Finished in RAL 9005 Black and with a minimal installation height of just 7cm, the robust yet near-invisible system blends effortlessly into the building’s minimalist design concept. The smooth-running and low-wear DC drive of the Slimdrive SL NT ensures low maintenance. © GEZE GmbH Easy integration and secure operation Our Slimdrive SL NT blends in discreetly with a building’s architecture – but that’s not all. Thanks to its CAN bus connection, the door system can also be easily integrated into building management systems. An integrated battery provides added safety and guarantees emergency opening, such as in the event of a power failure. Speaking of safety, various mechanical and electrical locking systems are available for the GEZE Slimdrive to provide added protection against break-ins. More about building safety Low wear and minimal maintenance The Slimdrive SL NT sliding door drive is an ultra-smooth, low-wear DC drive system. If an error occurs in operation, it independently detects and logs the issue so that it can be swiftly rectified. The maintenance requirements are also significantly reduced by the self-cleaning roller carriage. This cuts costs while also contributing to sustainability. More about energy efficiency Energy efficiency thanks to GEZE door systems Automatic doors like the Slimdrive SL NT improve hygiene in high-traffic building entrances – but that’s not all. Doors that open and close automatically and reliably improve a building’s energy efficiency and thereby also make a significant contribution to its overall sustainability. When integrated into a well-designed building automation system, they provide an exceptional degree of convenience, security and energy efficiency. More about building automation systems Sustainable building: Furla awarded recognition Furla has made reducing its environmental impact a top priority. Its new building complex has been developed to minimise the impact of industrial activities on the surrounding region. And, in terms of product development, Furla is always striving to find innovative, sustainable production solutions. In late May 2022, Furla announced that its new headquarters have received ISO certification for its environmental management system. To obtain this certification, companies must draw up an environmental policy, define environmental targets, set out an environmental programme and implement a corresponding management system to help it achieve its targets. More about green building Furla headquarters in figures: - Project name: Furla – Nuovo stabilimento - Location: Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (FI) - Architect: GEZA Architettura, Udine - Partner: PICHLER Projects - Industry: Retail - Site area: 43,000 sqm Related topics Topics | Energy efficiency | Sustainability Energy efficiency in buildings Energy efficiency is of major significance for architects, planners and users. Because a large proportion of the total consumption of end-use energy costs is accounted for by buildings. GEZE provides energy-saving and sustainable solutions for door, window and safety technology. Read more Topics | Automatic doors | Hygiene Automatic doors Automatic doors make everyday life easier. Not only are they convenient, they save energy too. They facilitate barrier-free access and passage, while meeting the most stringent of safety demands. Read more Ventilation | GEZE Insights Natural ventilation to improve air quality Natural ventilation is more important than ever. In this interview, GEZE Head of Global Account Management, Karen Sum, outlines the methods and approaches we can use to enhance the fresh air supply and improve the air quality in buildings. Read more Topics | Energy efficiency | Sustainability Energy efficiency in buildings Energy efficiency is of major significance for architects, planners and users. Because a large proportion of the total consumption of end-use energy costs is accounted for by buildings. GEZE provides energy-saving and sustainable solutions for door, window and safety technology. Read more Topics | Automatic doors Automatic doors Automatic doors make everyday life easier. Not only are they convenient, they save energy too. They facilitate barrier-free access and passage, while meeting the most stringent of safety demands. Read more