Central Library Mönchengladbach

Conversion and renovation of the central library

Mönchengladbach's central library has been modernised in line with its listed building status and extended both above and below ground in order to implement a new usage concept. For this project, the city of Mönchengladbach and architectural practice Schrammel from Augsburg jointly received the Linker Niederrhein 2024 architecture award.

Reference details

Type of Building Education and research
Product areas Windows Doors Facades Automation Fire and smoke protection
Schüco Systems ADS 65.NI SP ADS 75 HD.HI SHEVS AWS 75.SI+ ADS 80 FR 30 ADS 65 HD FWS 60.HI
Features Refurbishment Building extension Fire protection
Location Mönchengladbach, Germany
Completion 2022
Architects Schölzel Dr. ing.,Schrammel Architekten Stadtplaner PartGmbB
Specialist company Metall & Stahlbau Schmickler GmbH,Remmel & Peters
Picture credits Julia Schambeck, Hochstraße 37, 81541 München, Deutschlandkontakt@juliaschambeck.de www.juliaschambeck.de

Product information

ADS 65.NI SP

Schüco Door System ADS 65.NI SP

Non-insulated, flexible smoke protection construction with a basic depth of 65 mm

The Schüco ADS 65.NI SP non-insulated smoke protection door system for single and double-leaf doors, including the system fittings, has been fully tested in accordance with DIN 18085 and EN 1634-3.

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ADS 75 HD.HI

Schüco Door System ADS 75 HD.HI

Multifunctional solution for large-format commercial doors with high continuous loads

The Schüco ADS 75 HD.HI (Heavy Duty High Insulated) aluminium door system combines high durability with multiple functions and attractive design options – perfect for challenging commercial buildings with high security requirements.

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SHEVS

Schüco Safety System SHEVS

Natural Smoke and Heat Exhaust Ventilation Systems (NSHEVS) for vertical and skylight areas in accordance with EN 12101-2

Schüco SHEVS security system is the perfect combination of approved NSHEVS safety solutions for smoke and fire protection together with convenient ventilation functions. The highly efficient system solution ensures smoke extraction and heat exhaust ventilation during a fire and can be used for daily ventilation. With Schüco SHEVS control units, windows can be configured in a simple and convenient way using Schüco software.

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AWS 75.SI+

Schüco Window System AWS 75.SI+

Improved thermal insulation, security and fabrication

The optimised Schüco AWS 75.SI+ (Super Insulation) standard window system for the 75 mm basic depth is part of the Schüco AWS system platform and forms the basis for a range of applications in energy-efficient building envelopes. Depending on the architectural requirements, the highly thermally insulated aluminium system can be used as a punched opening, ribbon window, façade insert unit or in combination with Schüco door systems.

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ADS 80 FR 30

Schüco Door System ADS 80 FR 30

Door and wall construction for multi-functional fire and smoke-protection applications

The proven Schüco ADS 80 FR 30 (Fire-Resistant) door system with a basic depth of 80 mm, which is based on highly stable 5-chamber hollow profiles, features impressive versatility in terms of application, function and design.

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FWS 60.HI

Schüco Façade System FWS 60.HI

Highly thermally-insulated mullion/transom façade with 60 mm face width for a variety of solutions

The highly thermally insulated Schüco FWS 60.HI (High Insulated) façade system offers high flexibility and attractive design options for highly thermally insulated façades and skylight areas in a narrow steel look, including optimised fabrication and installation processes. Thanks to a broad system range, solutions for the most varied requirements and applications can be implemented.

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