Unicel Architectural Corp. launched new motion sensor operation technology for its Vision Control louvered glazing.
Why is this needed?
Hands-free technology is crucial for infection prevention and control and to reduce physical contact with otherwise high-touch surfaces in healthcare, education, commercial and other settings. Less contact with potentially contaminated surfaces reduces the chance of direct or indirect healthcare-associated infections.
“Infection control has never been more important and touch-free technology has a huge role to play in helping reduce the transfer of patient organisms to healthcare staff and vulnerable patients,” says Unicel Architectural Co-President Vincent Couturier. “Vision Control’s motion sensor operator can help ensure the protection of healthcare workers, patients, staff and visitors from unwanted germs and organisms.”
About the motion sensor technology
The new operator for Vision Control is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which encourages the use of hands-free devices. The operator includes two sensors enabling automatic louver operation, with one sensor activating the louvers’ upward direction and the other activating the downward direction.
Momentary hovering above either of the sensors triggers the louvers to close in the desired direction. Continuous hovering triggers the louvers to tilt until the hand is removed from above the sensor, allowing for precise control of louver angles.
Vision Control is an insulating glass unit with integrated cord-free louvers that provides maintenance-free control of privacy, heat, light and noise. It has proven effective within healthcare facilities, say officials, including the Mount Sinai Medical Center, Boston Children’s Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, which already use Vision Control.
