GEZE sliding doors systems for an extra-class terminal

With the commissioning of the new Madrid-Barajas airport terminal, the development of Spain's largest and most important airport was finally finished after a ten-year construction. The state-of-the-art 120,000 m²-building, which was created for €6 billion in accordance with the plans by the Spanish architect Antonio Lamela and his British colleague Richard Rogers, is one of the world's most spectacular airport buildings.

A superlative building - from the roof to the door drives

Creating a spacious but relaxed atmosphere, where travelers can move comfortably - the giant building complex was split into several structures, in accordance with this space concept. The main terminal is divided into three levels, spanned by a vast roof supported by steel 'trees'. The light, curved roof shape, the simple palette of materials, large quantities of incoming daylight and spatial clarity lend the architecture a straightforward character. And the technical equipment is also deserving of praise, for its modernity and maximum functionality; from the check-in desk to the information system to the passenger and baggage transport - and, of course, the automatic sliding door systems - the technology meets the highest international standards.

The entrance areas of the terminals allow passengers and visitors to enter through spacious automatic sliding doors with GEZE Econodrive EL-FR sliding door drives. The powerful, extremely discreet drives are made for infrastructure areas with high frequencies of visitors. The large-size glass door leaves move quietly and precisely, and all movement parameters can be individually set. With their elegant, minimalist design, the sliding door systems suit the colour scheme and entire design of the entrance halls, ensure safe ease of access and also act as protection against wind. Naturally, GEZE Econodrive EL-FR door drives are type tested in accordance with ZH 1/494 and AutSchR.