Case study
Five-lane speed gate installation at Arden University Newcastle
EA Group was appointed to install a five-lane speed gate system at Arden University’s new Newcastle campus, helping manage access for students, staff and visitors.
Located at The Spark within Newcastle Helix, the campus opened in February 2026 and provides teaching, study and support facilities in the centre of Newcastle.
About the client
Arden University provides higher education across several UK campuses alongside its online learning programmes.
Its Newcastle campus is based at The Spark, Newcastle Helix and includes classrooms, IT labs, quiet study areas, bookable meeting rooms, social spaces and a dedicated Student Support Hub.
As a busy university setting used by students, staff and visitors throughout the day, the entrance required a practical access control solution suited to the space.
The challenge
issues with existing system
As part of the new campus, Arden University required an entrance solution that would provide controlled access without taking up more space than necessary.
The system also needed to suit the appearance of the building and allow authorised users to move through the entrance easily during the day.
Client objectives for the upgrade
Provide controlled access at the campus entrance.
Support the daily movement of students, staff and visitors.
Make good use of the available entrance space.
Suit the design of the new campus.
Provide a reliable system for regular daily use.
The solution
What EA did
EA Group reviewed the entrance requirements and supplied a five-lane speed gate system suited to the available space and intended use.
The system was positioned to provide effective access control while fitting neatly within the surrounding entrance area.
The installation gave Arden University a straightforward way to manage pedestrian access across multiple lanes.
The installation process
We followed a structured process to complete the installation and prepare the system for use.
SITE SURVEY AND PLANNING
The team reviewed the entrance area and installation requirements to identify the most suitable position for the speed gate system.
INSTALLATION
The bank of five speed gate lanes was installed within the designated entrance area, creating controlled access points while making efficient use of the available space.
The results
The completed installation provides Arden University Newcastle with a controlled entrance suited to the needs of its new campus.
The five-lane arrangement gives the university a practical way to manage access while supporting the flow of students, staff and visitors through the entrance area.
For a university environment used throughout the day by students, staff and visitors, the speed gate system provides a reliable solution for managing pedestrian access.
Looking for a speed gate system?
EA Group supplies and installs speed gates and access control solutions for universities, colleges, schools and other education environments.
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