As purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA) continues to evolve, the pressure to provide secure, welcoming and robust shared areas has intensified. Communal entrance doors are a critical point of both access and vulnerability, and education-sector developers increasingly require solutions that balance high‑security performance with architectural quality. The SOLEAL Next 75 Door bridges this gap — combining certified protection with the daylight-rich, contemporary design increasingly favoured in modern student living environments.

Certified security tailored for communal living

Independently tested to LPS1175 Issue 8, the SOLEAL Next 75 Door is approved in configurations designed to meet the realities of high‑traffic accommodation settings. The certified specification includes:

• Maximum leaf dimensions of 1.4m × 3m, offering generous access for inclusive design
• Single or double‑leaf options to suit a range of entrance layouts
• Outward-opening configurations
• Manual and motorised multipoint locking systems for seamless integration with electronic entry systems
• Optional side and/or overpanels, plus a mag lock option for single‑leaf doors

This makes it the only fully glazed TECHNAL aluminium doorset currently listed in the LPCB RedBook — a significant development for education specifiers seeking an alternative to steel or fully panelled solutions. Its compatibility with digital access control and excellent thermal performance make it particularly suitable for student accommodation, build‑to‑rent developments, and mixed‑use university precincts.

Supporting safe and sustainable campus environments

Damien Trezieres, Technical Manager at TECHNAL UK & Ireland, comments:

“We were confident in the SOLEAL Next 75 Door’s ability to meet the rigorous LPS1175 requirements, but we are delighted to now hold official certification. This achievement reinforces our commitment to delivering secure, design‑led solutions that meet the highest standards for modern architecture.”

Security is only part of the story. As part of Hydro — a global leader in low‑carbon aluminium — TECHNAL places sustainability at the centre of its product development. The SOLEAL Next 75 Door is manufactured using Hydro CIRCAL® 75R, a premium aluminium made with a minimum of 75% recycled post‑consumer scrap. This dramatically reduces embodied carbon and supports universities and developers with ambitious environmental objectives, from net‑zero carbon strategies to BREEAM and LEED pathways.

For education estates managing long-term operational efficiency, the system offers exceptional durability and low maintenance demands, backed by Hydro’s traceable, responsible sourcing credentials. It meets the sector’s dual priorities: delivering safe, secure environments for students while actively reducing environmental impact.

Designed for student-first architecture

The SOLEAL Next 75 Door supports the architectural qualities that define today’s learning and living spaces:

• Slim, elegant profiles maximise natural light in entrance lobbies
• Robust performance withstands intensive daily use common in PBSA settings
• Flexible configuration allows cohesive design across multiple blocks or campus buildings
• Compatibility with building management and access control systems ensures seamless integration with digital campus infrastructure

To enhance your next student accommodation or education project with certified, sustainable entrance solutions:

Contact your local TECHNAL Project Consultant

Email info.uk@hydro.com or call 01684 853 500

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