Door Opening Types > Accordion Folding manual

Limited clearance: Accordion doors, when fully extended, may not provide sufficient clearance for individuals who use mobility aids such as wheelchairs or walkers to pass through comfortably.

Heavy to operate: Accordion doors can be heavy and require significant physical strength to open and close, which can be challenging for individuals with limited upper body strength or mobility impairments.

Narrow passage: When the door is partially folded, the passage may become narrow, making it difficult for individuals using mobility aids or those with limited mobility to navigate through the opening.

Inconsistent opening width: Accordion doors may not consistently open to the same width, which can create uncertainty for individuals with visual impairments or those who rely on consistent environmental cues for navigation.

Obstructed pathway: As accordion doors fold and unfold, they can create obstructions in the pathway, posing tripping hazards for individuals with mobility impairments or those using mobility aids.

Lack of visual contrast: Accordion doors may lack visual contrast with their surroundings, making it difficult for individuals with visual impairments to identify the door’s location and operate it independently. Lack of tactile indicators: Accordion doors typically do not have tactile indicators or Braille labels to assist individuals with visual impairments in locating and operating the door.

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