The Age of Automation in Commercial Glazing
St Clares College
Automation is rapidly transforming the way commercial buildings are designed, constructed, and experienced. Once considered a luxury or optional feature, automated window and door systems are now a key component in modern offices, retail centres, hospitality venues, and public spaces.
By improving operational efficiency and enhancing occupant comfort, these systems streamline everyday interactions with the built environment. As technology evolves, automation is no longer an add-on, it is becoming a standard expectation for commercial developments.
Why does Automation Matter for Commercial Projects?
Accessibility
By minimising air loss in high-traffic areas, automated doors and windows help maintain consistent internal temperatures. Integration with building management systems (BMS) allows heating and cooling to operate more efficiently, supporting overall energy performance.
Energy Efficiency
Automated doors and windows help ensure commercial buildings meet disability access standards, making entry and movement effortless for all users. These systems achieve compliance without compromising design, allowing buildings to remain sleek, modern, and functional.
Security
Automated systems reduce the need for manual operation while improving traffic flow within the building. By streamlining entry and exit points, they enhance the user experience and support smoother day-to-day operations.
Operational Efficiency
Automation enables scheduled locking, monitored access, and seamless integration with existing security systems. This ensures that only authorised personnel can enter, maintaining safety without sacrificing convenience or aesthetics.
Automation Showcase
Burgmann College Early Learning Centre
The Burgmann Anglican School Early Learning Centre had a standout custom-designed automatic front entry door, engineered for maximum energy efficiency and air sealing. By adapting an AWS sill for accessibility and creating a custom stainless-steel drain to manage water flow, the door integrates seamlessly into a cavity system with minimal visible framing.
Future-Proofing Commercial Builds
For developers and facilities managers, automation is not just a convenience, it is a strategic investment. Castle Glazing is capable of seamlessly integrating automated doors and windows into any commercial project, ensuring high performance, energy efficiency, and secure access. With increasing demand for sustainable, accessible, and safe buildings, these systems are rapidly becoming a benchmark for modern commercial design.
Salesforce Canberra Office
The new Canberra office features a floor-to-ceiling automated entry door, seamlessly combining sleek design with advanced security. Integrated with high-tech access control, the door allows entry only to authorised personnel, delivering a secure, efficient, and visually striking solution.