{"id":6653,"date":"2017-12-19T15:03:14","date_gmt":"2017-12-19T14:03:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.metaxdoor.com\/?page_id=6653"},"modified":"2025-10-09T12:22:59","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T10:22:59","slug":"how-revolving-doors-save-energy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.metaxdoor.de\/en\/how-revolving-doors-save-energy\/","title":{"rendered":"How Revolving Doors Save Energy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Use air conditioning more efficiently \u2013 with revolving doors<\/strong><\/p>\n

Air conditioning systems are often essential for maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures. In summer, they cool hot, humid air and remove moisture. In winter, they warm cold, dry air. However, this process consumes a significant amount of energy. Revolving doors minimize the exchange of air between indoors and outdoors, which means less energy is needed to regulate the indoor climate. This not only reduces energy consumption but also lowers operating costs.<\/p>\n

Why a revolving door insulates better than a regular door<\/strong><\/p>\n

When swing or sliding doors open, air flows freely in and out\u2014much like air rushing out of a popped balloon. In contrast, a revolving door ensures that there is never a direct opening between the inside and outside. This keeps indoor temperatures stable without constant adjustments from heating or cooling systems.<\/p>\n

How much energy can a revolving door save?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A study by MIT found that using revolving doors exclusively can reduce energy consumption by up to 88 percent<\/strong>. This is because revolving doors reduce air exchange by a factor of eight.<\/p>\n

The amount of energy saved depends on several factors:<\/p>\n