Smart residential entry
AD UP Design Edition combines concealed access technology, an ergonomic flush pull grip and configurable lighting for a clean premium entrance.
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Schüco aluminum entrance and commercial doors
Secure the entrance.
Secure the entrance.
Shape the arrival.
Compare seven Schüco aluminum door solutions for modern front entrances, commercial access, oversized pivot doors, smart entry, warm-climate applications and high-performance building envelopes.
7 solutions65–90 mm basic depthsResidential + commercial
Choose by entrance strategyOne opening.
One opening.
Different priorities.
A modern aluminum entry door is a complete assembly: frame, panel, glazing, threshold, gaskets, hinges, locking, access control, anchorage and perimeter waterproofing must work together.
Universal AD UP
AD UP 75, 75 BL and 90 scale stability, sealing and insulation for modern homes and heavily used commercial entrance doors.
Search intent: thermally broken aluminum doorArchitectural pivot
AD AL 75 creates oversized pivot entrances with a central or offset axis, pneumatic seals and digital operating interfaces.
Search intent: large aluminum pivot doorWarm climate + interior
ADS 65.NI is the non-insulated option for interior doors and warm-climate commercial applications with broad hardware choices.
Search intent: commercial aluminum doorsAluminum door inspiration
Entrances that become architecture.
Five compact references show how modern aluminum doors can combine large formats, slim glazing, flush surfaces and smart access in residential and commercial design.
System comparisonSeven Schüco door solutions.
Seven Schüco door solutions.
One clear overview.
Open each system for its design intent, published planning benefits and the US specification questions that remain project specific.
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Smart Entry · Integrated Design
AD UP Design Edition Gen2
A flush pull grip that combines ergonomics, lighting and biometric access
Design Edition Gen2 is a coordinated entrance-door design and access package for the AD UP platform. Its profile-integrated pull grip keeps the exterior visually calm while optional fingerprint and smart-lighting functions turn the front door into a connected building interface.
Flush pull grip 2.0Optional fingerprintControllable LED lightZigbee smart-home link
Best for premium smart entrances
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Human-centered design
- Ergonomically shaped recessed pull grip
- Concealed integration protects the clean exterior
- Optional fingerprint placement can be adjusted vertically
- Unlocking and opening can become one hand movement
Connected lighting
- Integrated LED strips with adjustable intensity
- Variable color temperature
- Time-based lighting scenes
- Smart-home connection through a Zigbee gateway
Best suited to
Luxury aluminum front doors where minimalist architecture, biometric entry and a softly illuminated pull detail should read as one coordinated design.
US project check
Coordinate listed access-control hardware, low-voltage power, emergency access, data privacy, weather exposure, service access and compatibility with the selected AD UP door configuration.
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Basic Line · 75 mm
AD UP 75 BL
A stable 75 mm foundation for flexible residential and commercial aluminum doors
AD UP 75 BL is the Basic Line of the 75 mm Universal Platform. A triple-shell profile with two insulation zones and a two-level rebate-gasket concept balances durability, good thermal separation and straightforward configuration.
75 mm basic depthTriple-shell profileTwo gasket levelsUp to 1 million test cycles
Best for robust value-focused entrances
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Construction concept
- Three-shell aluminum profile composition
- Double insulation zone
- Two-level rebate-gasket system
- Designed without additional foam isolators in the standard concept
Planning freedom
- Multiple door-leaf configurations
- Concealed hinge options
- Door communication and access-control integration
- Barrel hinge option for taller leaves
Best suited to
Durable aluminum entrance doors and commercial access points where the 75 mm platform, functional flexibility and efficient fabrication are more important than the highest insulation tier.
US project check
Confirm project-specific U-factor, air and water tests, threshold, hinge loads, egress hardware, forced-entry criteria, glass, anchors and finish exposure.
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Pivot Door · Active Seal
AD AL 75
An oversized aluminum pivot entrance with pneumatic perimeter sealing
AD AL 75 is an architectural pivot-door system developed with air-lux. A central or offset rotating axis supports dramatic entrances, while two inflatable perimeter gaskets release for movement and press against the leaf when closed.
Up to 2500 × 4000 mmCentral or offset pivotInflatable ring gasketsDigital access options
Best for statement pivot entrances
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Architectural scale
- Published leaf sizes up to 2500 by 4000 mm
- Central or lateral rotating axis
- Large-format transitions between interior and exterior
- Designed for luxury residential and commercial architecture
Operation and sealing
- Two continuous inflatable perimeter gaskets
- Seals deflate before the leaf moves
- Locking pins retract and engage through the control sequence
- Button, fingerprint, Smart Touch or compatible access control
Best suited to
Grand residential entries, hospitality, galleries and flagship commercial spaces where the entrance must function as a major architectural element.
US project check
Oversized pivot leaves require project engineering for leaf weight, floor support, wind pressure, pinch protection, accessible clearances, water management, emergency release and approved access hardware.
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High Performance · 90 mm
AD UP 90
A highly stable entrance-door platform with a continuous double center gasket
AD UP 90 expands the Universal Platform to a 90 mm basic depth for demanding residential and commercial entrances. Its triple-shell construction and double center-gasket system target strong insulation, sealing and long-term functional reliability.
90 mm basic depthTriple-shell profileDouble center gasketUp to 1 million test cycles
Best for exposed high-performance entries
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Envelope performance
- Continuous double center-gasket concept
- High-performance 90 mm platform
- Triple-shell construction for stability
- Designed for demanding insulation and weathertightness goals
Entrance design
- Leaf-enclosing infill options
- Concealed hinge choices
- Integrated door communication
- Broad residential and commercial applications
Best suited to
Premium aluminum front doors and exposed commercial entrances where a deeper thermally broken frame, refined appearance and robust sealing strategy are priorities.
US project check
Do not transfer European classifications directly. Require configuration-specific thermal modeling and project evidence for water, air, structural pressure, anchorage, hardware and accessibility.
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Non-Insulated · 65 mm
ADS 65.NI
A versatile commercial aluminum door for interiors and warmer climate zones
ADS 65.NI is a non-insulated 65 mm system designed around efficiency and multifunctional use. It supports side-hung, swing, opposed-opening and all-glass doors, with hardware options for security, automation and access control.
65 mm basic depthNon-insulatedMultiple door typesDCS access integration
Best for interior and warm-climate use
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Door configurations
- Side-hung and swing doors
- Opposed-opening pairs
- All-glass design options
- Continuous leaf or sill-profile choices
Commercial functions
- Concealed or surface-mounted closers
- Door-drive integration
- Panic and security hardware options
- Door Control System access components
Best suited to
Interior commercial aluminum doors, retail and office transitions, and warm-climate applications that do not require a thermally broken exterior entrance frame.
US project check
Non-insulated does not mean universally suitable outdoors. Confirm condensation risk, climate, egress, panic hardware, fire or smoke ratings, accessibility and the exact listed assembly required.
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Universal Platform · 75 mm
AD UP 75
A versatile thermally insulated door for modern homes and heavily used commercial entries
AD UP 75 pairs the stability of a triple-shell profile with a modular center-gasket system. The platform can be configured as a design-led residential front door or a frequently used commercial entrance with integrated communication and access control.
75 mm basic depthModular center gasketZero-level threshold optionUp to 1 million test cycles
Best all-around AD UP platform
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Performance strategy
- Triple-shell profile construction
- Modular gasket system
- Scalable thermal and weathertightness properties
- High stability and load-bearing capacity
Comfort and access
- Single- and double-leaf configurations
- Zero-level threshold concept published to DIN 18040
- Concealed hinge options
- Door communication and access-control integration
Best suited to
Custom homes, multifamily entries and commercial projects seeking a balanced thermally broken aluminum door with broad design, threshold and smart-access options.
US project check
A European zero-level threshold is not automatically ADA compliant. Coordinate clear width, maneuvering space, threshold height, operating force, drainage and local accessibility review.
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Super Insulated · 90 mm
AD UP 90.SI
The most highly insulated AD UP entrance-door variant for passive-house-level design
AD UP 90.SI adds modular insulation inserts to a five-chamber, 90 mm profile with four sealing levels. A defined European configuration is PHI-certified, while flush exterior detailing and an integrated cable groove support contemporary smart entrances.
90 mm basic depthFive-chamber profileFour sealing levelsPHI-certified configuration
Best for demanding thermal targets
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Thermal construction
- Modular insulation inserts
- Five-chamber aluminum profile
- Four sealing levels in the certified configuration
- Published European Uf values down to 1.14 W/(m²K)
Design and automation
- Flush exterior appearance
- Fine perimeter shadow joint
- Profile-integrated cable groove
- Barrier-reduced threshold options
Best suited to
High-performance homes and institutional or commercial entrances where condensation control, energy efficiency and a refined flush aluminum door are essential.
US project check
PHI certification applies to a specific European configuration. Confirm the exact panel, glass, spacer, threshold and frame through approved US thermal calculations, NFRC pathways and project condensation criteria.
These independently written summaries are based on Schüco's official architect information. Published European dimensions, classifications and certifications vary by configuration and do not replace project-specific US engineering, testing or approval.
US aluminum-door checklistSpecify the entrance,
Specify the entrance,
not only the profile.
A door succeeds as a complete opening. The profile family is only the start; panel, glass, threshold, hardware, anchors, controls and perimeter interfaces determine real project performance.
Energy and condensation
Define whole-door U-factor, glass and panel makeup, thermal breaks, spacers, threshold and interior humidity criteria.
Wind, water and impact
Engineer design pressure, anchorage, sill drainage and impact requirements. Verify Florida or Miami-Dade evidence when required.
Accessibility
Coordinate clear width, maneuvering space, threshold height, operating force and accessible hardware under the applicable code.
Egress and hardware
Confirm swing, panic or fire-exit hardware, door closers, electromagnetic locks, fail-safe behavior and emergency release.
Smart access
Plan power, low-voltage pathways, credential management, service access and integration with the building security platform.
Finish and exposure
Specify coating, coastal pretreatment, dissimilar-metal separation and cleaning strategy for the project environment.
Frequently asked questionsSchüco aluminum doors,
Schüco aluminum doors,
answered clearly.
Quick answers for owners, architects and contractors comparing modern aluminum front doors, pivot entrances and commercial door systems.
Which Schüco aluminum door is suited to a modern residential entrance?＋
AD UP 75 and AD UP 90 are the central thermally broken entrance-door platforms. AD UP 90.SI is the specialized option for the most demanding insulation targets, while Design Edition Gen2 adds a refined smart-access package.
Which system creates an oversized pivot entrance?＋
AD AL 75 is the pivot-door system. Schüco publishes leaf sizes up to 2500 by 4000 mm with a central or offset pivot axis and pneumatic perimeter sealing, subject to the selected configuration and engineering.
How are AD UP 75 BL and AD UP 75 different?＋
AD UP 75 BL is the Basic Line with a two-level rebate-gasket concept. AD UP 75 uses a modular center-gasket strategy for stronger performance targets and broader high-end residential or commercial applications.
What does Super Insulated mean for AD UP 90.SI?＋
The 90.SI construction uses a five-chamber profile, four sealing levels and modular insulation inserts. A specific model is certified by the Passive House Institute, but US projects still require configuration-specific thermal documentation.
Can the entrance use fingerprint or smart-home access?＋
Yes. Schüco publishes fingerprint, door communication, access-control and building-automation options. Design Edition Gen2 can combine biometric access with controllable lighting in a flush pull grip.
Where does ADS 65.NI fit?＋
ADS 65.NI is a non-insulated system for interiors, multifunctional commercial doors and warmer climate zones. It offers many door types and hardware options but is not the thermally broken choice for a cold-climate exterior entrance.
Are European RC, DIN and PHI claims US approvals?＋
No. They describe European test or certification pathways. US projects must verify the exact assembly for local accessibility, egress, energy, structural, impact, fire and forced-entry requirements.
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