Comelit-PAC has introduced the GDX Next, an advanced evolution of its recognised GDX door entry platform, aimed at meeting the security and operational demands of local authorities and private social housing providers in charge of residential estates.
The GDX system has long been a fixture in local authority and social housing developments, facilitating secure entry management for apartment complexes and shared access points.
Remote management strategies
With the growing complexity of housing estates, expectations for building access systems have expanded. Today’s systems are expected to not only secure entries but also be easy to manage, adaptable to various building types, and supportive of ongoing remote estate management plans.
David Hughes, Head of Product Management at Comelit-PAC, noted, “For managing large residential estates, local authorities and private housing providers rely on door entry systems to maintain security and day-to-day operations. When developing GDX Next, we wanted to create a platform that reflects the way these systems are used in practice. This meant focusing on simplicity, flexibility and creating a solution that housing teams can manage confidently over the long term.”
Designed to simplify infrastructure
GDX Next integrates Comelit’s door entry technology with PAC access control hardware
GDX Next integrates Comelit’s door entry technology with PAC access control hardware, resulting in a cohesive system that supports both audio and video entry, alongside access management.
This design simplifies infrastructure, providing housing teams with the flexibility to manage systems over time confidently. The new configuration reduces complexity for installers and building managers alike. A uniform hardware and cabling setup across various handset options streamlines the installation process, decreases component needs, and facilitates efficient upgrades and maintenance for large estates.
Access management options
Offering numerous access management choices, GDX Next can function as standalone systems, be controlled via PC-based software, or managed remotely through the cloud-based Housing Central. The availability of multi-technology readers and diverse handset options allows housing providers to tailor solutions according to operational demands and resident preferences.
Additionally, accessibility has been a key focus, ensuring inclusive usability across residential environments with diverse needs. David added, “Door entry systems in residential buildings need to be dependable, straightforward to manage and capable of supporting buildings for many years. GDX Next has been designed to provide this dependable long term foundation for local authorities and private social housing providers as the way residential buildings are managed continues to evolve.”
