Higher Education
Operable Walls for Universities
& Higher Education
Divisible lecture theatres, flexible seminar rooms, conference facilities and acoustic systems for university and higher education buildings.
Overview
How ModernGlide Systems Are Used in Universities
Universities and higher education institutions demand versatile spaces that can serve multiple functions throughout the academic year. Lecture theatres that divide into seminar rooms, conference facilities that expand or contract for different events, and training spaces that adapt to changing course requirements — all are made possible with ModernGlide operable wall systems.
Higher education buildings often host events, conferences and public lectures alongside regular teaching activities. Operable wall systems allow a single large space to be transformed into multiple smaller rooms at short notice, maximising the use of expensive building space. Our systems are available with high acoustic ratings to ensure that simultaneous events do not interfere with each other.
University buildings face particular challenges in balancing the need for large lecture spaces with smaller seminar and tutorial rooms. Movable wall systems provide the flexibility to use the same building footprint for both purposes, reducing the need for additional construction and maximising return on capital investment.
Typical Applications in Universities
PanelHush Acoustic Systems
Acoustic Treatment for University Buildings
Large university spaces — lecture theatres, atriums, social areas and corridors — often suffer from excessive reverberation. PanelHush acoustic baffles and rafts are used to reduce echo and improve speech intelligibility in these environments, complementing movable wall systems to create fully optimised acoustic environments.
Guides & Resources for Universities
Recommended Products
Systems for Universities
MG100 – Movable Acoustic Wall
Highest acoustic rating, Rw up to 59 dB
MG100E – Fully Electric Movable Walls
Automated operation for large venues
MG500 – Flush Glazed Sliding Folding
Glazed partitions for light-filled spaces
MG200 – Hinged Folding Partitions
Floor-supported hinged folding partition where ceiling structure is limited
High Acoustic Performance
Rw up to 59 dB. Essential for divisible lecture theatres where simultaneous sessions run in adjacent spaces.
Automated Operation
Electric operable wall systems (MG100E) allow large heavy panels to be moved effortlessly — ideal for university venues.
FIS Accredited Installer
ModernGlide is a FIS accredited installer, giving university estates teams confidence in our specification and installation.
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