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An invisible and ingenious solution for energy-efficient, sound-optimised and barrier-free buildings

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Planet drop-down seals increase productivity, promote inclusion and reduce energy consumption.

Noise can be a significant problem in living and working environments. Planet drop-down seals provide excellent sound insulation by effectively isolating noise from one room to another. This helps to create a quiet and pleasant atmosphere in which residents and employees can feel comfortable. By reducing noise pollution, productivity and concentration are also increased. Planet drop-down seals are thus a comprehensive solution for sound optimisation in various buildings, including offices, hotels and residential buildings.

Barrier-free construction is an important aspect in the design of buildings to ensure accessibility for all people. Planet  drop-down seals help to remove barriers and make buildings more accessible for people with mobility impairments. Instead of a door threshold, retractable drop-down seals allow seamless movement of wheelchairs, walkers and trolleys, which is particularly important in public facilities such as hospitals, shopping centres and hotels. Integrating retractable drop-down seals into building design creates a barrier-free environment that promotes inclusion and accommodates all people, regardless of their individual needs.

In addition, drop-down seals improve the energy efficiency of buildings. By perfectly sealing the gap between the door and the floor, hot or cold air from outside is prevented from entering and affecting the room temperature. This enables households and building operators to achieve their energy efficiency targets and save costs, especially in the face of rising heating and cooling costs.

Drop-down seals from Planet thus offer a holistic solution that improves energy efficiency, optimises sound insulation and enables barrier-free building. With their versatility on different door types and materials, they favour sustainable and user-oriented building design.

Doors with threshold and not barrier-free and without threshold with barrier-free Planet drop-down seal

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Planet has operated for over 70 years, becoming the world’s leading manufacturer of drop-down seals and finger protection solutions. In 2018 Planet became a part of ASSA ABLOY allowing us to offer an even better portfolio of products for the door industry.