I am frequently asked by someone considering purchasing one of our automatic openers if they should order the light-weight and more affordable residential unit or the larger, more costly ADA compliant handicap door opener. The answer depends entirely on the application and how it will be used once installed on the automatic door.

Allow me to explain in more detail:

As one ages and becomes frailer, sustains a disability or develops a catastrophic illness the consideration falls to their care either by loved ones or caregivers.

In part three of my series I introduce you to Pedro a construction worker in his 30’s who fell from a scaffold while at work resulting in a spinal injury.

Part two of my series gives me the honor of introducing you to Matt an emergency room doctor in his 40’s who’s bicycle ride one fateful day changed his life forever when a car mistakenly knocked him off his bike resulting in a permanent spinal injury. Despite this he remained determined to return to work as soon as he possibly could.

My specialty in universal design work has taught me that “attitude really does mean everything” and it has helped me to be thankful for what I have.