Things to Consider When Purchasing Entrance Control
Things to Consider When Purchasing Entrance Control
Installing the correct entrance control solutions to your business premises is essential for security and to help control the flow of traffic.
At Tongdazhi, we're experts in entrance control. We frequently install security portals, turnstiles, and disabled doors within various commercial premises. Such as gyms, airports, hospitals, offices, banks, stadiums, and more.
Are you thinking of implementing new entrance control solutions to your business? Then take a look at our top 5 things to consider below:
1) Decide the Level of Security You Require
First of all, think about the level of security that you need your entrance control to provide.
If you just need to control the flow of traffic in busy environments, then tripod turnstiles may be a good option. However, for a more secure entrance control system, you may opt for a full-height turnstile or security portal.
There are a wide range of turnstiles available dependent on the security you require:
Speedgates: The attractive and streamlined design of glass wing speedgates means they're ideally suited to places that require more discreet security solutions such as the reception of a large office building.
Tripod Turnstiles: Tripod turnstiles are common due to the security they provide and their versatility. You'll be used to seeing tripod turnstiles outside public paid toilets and in leisure centres.
Swing Gate Turnstiles: You'll be familiar with swing gate turnstiles as they're typically used to block unused shopping aisles to stop people from leaving without paying for their goods. They're a low-cost turnstile solution and can easily be installed in a number of different settings.
Full Height Turnstiles: Of course, the ultimate in security is a full-height turnstile. The kind you see at a football ground and increasingly at high profile premises such as music venues. We offer both single or twin stainless-steel turnstiles, offering high protection against corrosion and adverse conditions.
2) Decide the Level of Functionality Your Entrance Control Requires
Think about whether you require your entrance control to operate manually or electronically. This is an important consideration when it comes to budget and the level of security you want to provide.
Manual obviously relies on the user pushing the turnstile. Whereas electric means the opening function is powered by an electric mechanism. Therefore, due to current COVID-19 implications, an electric mechanism may be the more hygienic option.
Another important consideration is whether they're single or bi-directional. Single means traffic can only flow one way. However bi-directional turnstiles mean traffic can flow two ways.
Turnstiles also provide a throughput rate on their system. This is essentially the number of people that can pass through a turnstile in a given amount of time, for example, 30 people a minute. You should think carefully about how many people will be coming in and out of your premises at one time to ensure your entrance control is able to keep up with it.
3) Do You Need to Integrate an Access Control System With Your Entrance Control?
One of the best things about installing security turnstiles is that they can be integrated with a full range of access control solutions. Our TDZ support hardware and software.
Integrating your turnstiles with access control systems help provide you with the levels of security and freedom of movement that your business need to operate efficiently, whilst maintaining maximum security at all times.
If you want to provide access by swipe card or something more advanced like a fingerprint reader or facial recognition camera, you can combine it with the turnstile that you want to install.
4) Ensure Your Entrance Control Is Accessible for All Users
You should consider access for all disabilities. Including wheelchair users and those with visual impairment. At TDZ, we offer a range of speedgates and swing gates that can be adapted easily for disabled access.
Choosing the passage width to ensure that all users will be able to fit through space with ease is very important. Wide lanes are generally the obvious choice for this. Automated turnstiles would also be the preferred option so that people are able to open the gate without any assistance.
5) Think About the Appearance You Want
Depending on the type of business you operate, you might not want turnstiles to appear as a deterrent from entry.
Full height turnstiles suggest a place is high security and they can be intimidating which is ideal for places that require the highest level of security.
However, for office buildings you might want a glass wing speedgate, combining glass and stainless steel, to give the impression of a welcoming environment while still being safe and secure.
You should also think about how many turnstiles you will require and be mindful of the space that you have available Ensuring that your entrance looks secure without being overcrowded is important. At TDZ, we offer hiring options on a range of our turnstiles. This allows you to increase your number of turnstiles as and when necessary.
