DescriptionVersatile High-Performance Steel Door for General Industrial Applications
The Hormann SPU F42 represents the benchmark standard for general-purpose industrial sectional doors, combining proven double-skinned steel construction with 42mm-thick insulated sections to deliver reliable performance across the widest possible range of industrial and commercial applications. This versatile door provides an optimal balance between thermal efficiency, structural strength, operational reliability, and cost-effectiveness, making it the most specified industrial sectional door in the Hormann range.
The SPU F42's widespread adoption reflects its proven ability to meet demanding operational requirements whilst providing excellent value. The door addresses core requirements of industrial facilities: reliable weather protection, reasonable thermal insulation, robust construction, and dependable long-term operation with minimal maintenance.
Double-Skinned Steel Construction
The SPU F42 utilises premium double-skinned steel construction with polyurethane foam core insulation. The steel surfaces provide impact resistance and structural strength, whilst the PU foam core delivers effective thermal insulation. The 42mm section depth offers self-supporting capability whilst maintaining lightweight construction for smooth operation.
Steel skins are available in Stucco-textured or Micrograin surface finishes. The textured surfaces help mask minor marks in busy industrial environments, whilst the high-quality powder-coated finish provides excellent durability and colour retention over extended service periods.
Versatile Application Range
The SPU F42's balanced specification suits diverse applications:
• Manufacturing Facilities: Reliable access for materials and equipment
• Warehouse Operations: Weather protection for loading bays
• Logistics Distribution: High-cycle operation for busy schedules
• Vehicle Workshops: Access for cars, vans, and commercial vehicles
• Agricultural Buildings: Protection for machinery and produce
• Commercial Premises: Professional appearance for business facilities
Large-Format Opening Capabilities
Accommodates widths up to 8000mm and heights up to 7500mm, serving the vast majority of industrial door requirements. The robust construction provides self-supporting stability without intermediate vertical reinforcement.
Thermal Performance
The 42mm insulated construction delivers good thermal efficiency for general industrial applications, helping control heating costs. The thermal performance balances energy efficiency with practical weight considerations.
Weather Resistance and Sealing
Class 3 wind load resistance (120 km/h) ensures stable operation. Class 3 watertightness (70 Pa) provides effective rain exclusion. Class 2 air permeability minimises infiltration. Comprehensive sealing on four sides plus intermediate seals creates robust barriers against weather penetration.
Durable Surface Finishes
Available in galvanised steel with powder-coated finish in RAL 9002, RAL 9006, or comprehensive RAL colour range. Both surface finishes provide practical, easy-maintenance surfaces resisting fading and degradation.
Operation Options
Accommodates both manual and electric operation. Electric operators provide automated operation with integrated safety features including obstacle detection, emergency stop, and soft-start/soft-stop functionality.
Wicket Door Integration
Integrated wicket door option enables pedestrian access without full door operation, improving efficiency whilst reducing energy losses.
Glazing Options
Window configurations in Type A, D, or E provide options from minimal to substantial glazing, enabling natural daylight whilst maintaining security.
Safety and Security Features
Comprehensive safety systems including finger trap protection, side trap guards, and spring break safeguards. Internal latching as standard with upgraded locking options available. Anti-lift kits available for operator-driven doors.
Proven Reliability and Cost-Effectiveness
The SPU F42's extensive installation base demonstrates proven reliability. Straightforward construction ensures dependable long-term performance with minimal maintenance. Delivers excellent value with industrial-grade performance at accessible cost levels.
Key Specification Summary
• Section depth: 42mm double-skinned steel
• Maximum width: 8000mm
• Maximum height: 7500mm
• Construction: Steel with PU foam core
• Surface finish: Stucco-textured or Micrograin
• Wind load resistance: Class 3
• Window options: Type A, D, or E configurations
• Operation: Manual or electric
• Applications: General industrial and commercial facilities
• Starting price: From £1,333.00
SpecificationDoors to comply with EN 13241-1 (requirements for safety in use of power operated doors) with 3rd party certification by recognized testing authority.
Wind pressure to EN 12424: Class 3. Doors to achieve higher wind classes are available on request.
Water tightness EN 12425: Class 3.
Air Permeability BS EN 12426: Class 2.
EN 717-1 Sound insulation R= 22dB.
Thermal insulation to EN13241, annex B EN 12428: Section U = 0.5 W/m²K.
U = 1.0 W/m²K – (value based on installed door up to 25m²).
Manual opening force <260 N - Closing force <400 N.
Prevention of persons being lifted (dead-man’s control or torque limit on impulse control). Operator with self-holding gears to hold door in the event of cable or spring failure (Anti-drop safeguard).
Anti-slack cable device.
CE marked with manufacturer’s declaration of conformity.
Tracks: Galvanised steel track system with side frames shaped as hand guards.
Arrangement: Normal lift – Ref: N.
Door Panel: Double-skinned galvanised steel with HCFC-CFC free polyurethane rigid foam sandwich core, door
panel with finger trap protection to panel joint inside and out.
S-ribbed: Stucco-textured inside and outside vertically ribbed at 125mm increments.
L-ribbed: Micrograin outside, stucco-textured inside. NEW
Panel depth: 750 / 625mm up to 6000mm wide.
Finish:
S-ribbed: Polyester stucco embossed coating on both sides.
L-ribbed: Fine lines with a smooth surface. NEW
Internal colour: Off White - RAL 9002.
Standard external colours: White - RAL 9016 / Pure White - RAL 9010 / Grey Aluminium - RAL 9007 / White Aluminium - RAL 9006 / Grey White - RAL 9002 / Terra Brown - RAL 8028 / Anthracite Grey - RAL 7016 / Moss Green - RAL 6005 / Leaf Green - RAL 6002 / Gentian Blue - RAL 5010 / Azure Blue - RAL 5009 / Ultramarine Blue - RAL 5002 / Fire Red - RAL 3000 / Rape Yellow - RAL 1021 / Poppy red / Goosewing Grey / Merlin Grey / Olive Green / Sapphire Blue RAL5003.
Options:
Vision panels: Type A: DURATEC scratch resistant coating, acrylic double glazed 26mmclear vision panels (635mm wide x 245mm high) with black synthetic frame. Number of windows dependant on door width.
Power operation: 400v 3 phase operator with emergency hand chain operation in case of power failure, with automatic reset. (220v single phase as above available as option for doors up to max 4500mm wide and 4500mm high)
Control: A 435 Pre-wired control unit. Impulse control including Opto-sensor self-monitoring bottom safety edge.
Omission of closing edge safety device required dead man control.
Manual operation: Rope pulley hoist - Chain hoist.
Ironmongery: Security anti-lift device (standard on electric doors only).
Shoot bolt (standard on manual doors) complete with electrical interlock switch, operation side.
Other requirements: Wicket Door without threshold (trip free). Outward opening inset wicket personnel door (position dependent on door width) complete with profile cylinder mortise lock, black plastic lever handle set, door closer and electrical interlock switch.
| Performance Characteristics According to EN 13241-1 |
| Construction and quality features |
SPU F42 |
SPU 67 |
| Resistance to wind load EN 12424 |
Door without wicket door, class |
3 6) |
– |
| Door with wicket door, LZ ≤ 4000, class |
3 6) |
3 6) |
| Door with wicket door, LZ > 4000, class |
2 7) |
2 7) |
| Door with wicket door, LZ ≤ 8000, class |
– |
3 6) |
| Door with wicket door, LZ > 8000, class |
– |
2 7) |
| Water tightness EN 12425 |
Door without wicket door, class |
3 (70 Pa) |
3 (70 Pa) |
| Air permeability EN 12426 |
Door without wicket door, class |
2 8) |
2 8) |
| Door with wicket door, class |
1 9) |
1 9) |
| Acoustic insulation EN 717-1 |
Door without wicket door Rw = . . . dB |
25 |
25 |
| Door with wicket door Rw = . . . dB |
24 |
24 |
Thermal insulation value
EN 13241-1, appendix B EN 12428 |
Door without wicket door, U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
1.0 (0.94 4)) |
0.62 (0.51 4)) |
| – Optional triple glazing, U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
– |
– |
| – Optional quadruple glazing, U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
– |
– |
| – Optional climatic double panes (made of single-pane safety glass) U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
– |
– |
| – Optional double panes (made of single-pane safety glass) U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
– |
– |
| Door with wicket door, U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
1.2 (1.2 4)) |
0.82 (0.75 4)) |
| – Optional triple glazing, U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
– |
– |
| – Optional quadruple glazing, U = W/(m2·K) 2) |
– |
– |
| – Section, U = W/(m2·K) |
0,5 |
0,33 |
| Design |
Self-supporting |
● |
● |
| Depth, mm |
42 |
67 |
| Door sizes |
Max. width mm, LZ |
8000 |
10000 |
| Max. height mm, RM 3) |
7500 |
7500 |
| Material, door leaf |
Steel, double-skinned, 42 mm |
● |
– |
| Steel, double-skinned, 67 mm |
– |
● |
| Aluminium, standard profile |
– |
– |
| Aluminium, profile with thermal break |
– |
– |
| Surface, door leaf |
Galvanized steel, coated RAL 9002 |
● |
● |
| Galvanized steel, coated RAL 9006 |
○ |
○ |
| Galvanized steel, coated RAL to choose |
○ |
○ |
| Anodised aluminium E6 / C0 (previously E6 / EV 1) |
○ |
○ |
| Aluminium coated in RAL to choose |
○ |
○ |
| Wicket door |
|
○ |
○ |
| Side Door |
Matching the door |
○ |
○ |
| Glazings |
Type A section window |
○ |
○ |
| Type D section window |
○ |
○ |
| Type E section windows |
○ |
– |
| Aluminium glazing frame |
○ |
○ |
| Seals |
All-round on 4 sides |
● |
● |
| Intermediate seal between the door sections |
● |
● |
| ThermoFrame |
PVC hard / soft seal |
○ |
○ |
| Locking systems |
Internal latches |
● |
● |
| Outside / inside locking |
○ |
○ |
| Anti-lift kit |
For doors of up to 5 m with shaft operator |
● |
● |
| Safety equipment |
Finger trap protection |
● |
– |
| Side trap guards |
● |
● |
| Spring break safeguard for manual operation |
● |
● |
| Safety catch for doors with shaft operator |
● |
● |
| ● = Standard |
* With glazing VG, E2 and G2 |
|
| ○ = Optional |
** Top door section |
|
| 1) With optional double pane (single-pane safety glass) |
4) Optionally with Thermoframe |
7) Class 2 = 0.45 kN/ m2 or 96 km/h |
| 2) For a door surface of 5000 × 5000 mm |
5) Door width up to 5500 mm |
8) Class 2 = 12 m3/m2h |
3) Door height above 7000 mm on request (not with
door type ALR F42 Glazing) |
6) Class 3 = 0.7 kN/ m2 or 120 km/h |
9) Class 1 = 24 m3/m2h |
