National Traffic Door Day celebrates traffic doors and their role in keeping customers and employees safe in various businesses. These specialized doors create efficient traffic flow in restaurants, retail spaces, and industrial environments while providing essential barriers for sound, visibility, and environmental control.
Quick Facts
When is it: September 28th annually
Tagged as: Business & Industry
What’s the hashtag: #NationalTrafficDoorDay
When was it founded: 2022
Who founded it: Chase Doors and Eliason
History of National Traffic Door Day
The day was established to commemorate Chase Industries’ 90th anniversary. Founded by Chase Blum in 1932, the company began as an insulated walk-in cooler manufacturer and evolved to become the world’s oldest and largest manufacturer of double-acting impact traffic doors.
Timeline
- 1932: Chase Industries founded by Chase Blum
- 2022: First National Traffic Door Day celebrated
- 2023: Second annual celebration marked nationwide
Dates 2025-2030
| Year | Month and Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 28 | Sunday |
| 2026 | September 28 | Monday |
| 2027 | September 28 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | September 28 | Thursday |
| 2029 | September 28 | Friday |
| 2030 | September 28 | Saturday |
How It’s Observed
People celebrate by taking selfies in front of traffic doors at their favorite restaurants or retail stores and sharing them on social media. Businesses with traffic doors are encouraged to participate by thanking their service industry workers and promoting awareness about the importance of these specialized doors.
Fun Facts About Traffic Doors
- They’re extremely durable and designed for high-volume establishments
- Perfect for multi-directional openings
- Provide essential separation between dining and shopping areas
- Help maintain temperature control in different zones
- Ideal for use in supermarkets, restaurants, and industrial spaces
Quiz
- When was Chase Industries founded?
- What is the official hashtag for this day?
- Who created National Traffic Door Day?
(Answers: 1932, #NationalTrafficDoorDay, Chase Doors and Eliason)
FAQs
Q: Do I need special permission to participate?
A: No, anyone can participate by taking photos and sharing on social media.
Q: Can businesses participate?
A: Yes, businesses are encouraged to participate and celebrate their traffic doors.
Related
- National Automatic Door Day
- National Safety Day
- National Manufacturing Day
- National Small Business Day