Why You Should Integrate an Access Control System with Your Turnstiles
Why You Should Integrate an Access Control System with Your Turnstiles
One of the best things about installing security turnstiles is that they can be integrated with a full range of access control solutions!
So if you want to provide access by swipe card or something more advanced like a fingerprint reader or facial recognition camera, you can seamlessly combine it with the turnstile that you want to install.
If you’re thinking of installing security turnstiles and are considering whether you should integrate them with access control solutions, read on to find out more:
What Is Access Control?
Access control systems essentially assist in monitoring the movement of people in and out of your premises.
These types of systems can range vastly from proximity fobs or cards, tokens, digital keypads through to more advanced biometric technology such as fingerprint readers & facial recognition cameras.
With the current COVID-19 implications, we have in particular seen a huge demand in the need for contactless access control solutions such as facial recognition cameras as these reduce the risk of contamination and spreading of the virus.
What Are the Benefits?
They Provide an Advanced Level of Security
By integrating an access control system with your turnstile – you are able to completely control the movement of people in and out of your business premises.
In any fast-moving business, it’s more than likely that people will come and go as your business grows and changes. However when someone has left, how often do you actively remove that person’s ability to access the building?
An access control system is also particularly useful for environments where a simple turnstile isn’t enough – such as gyms and leisure centres where access should only be for certain people.
They Can Be Seamlessly Integrated
With the advanced technology of access control systems, they are able to integrate into almost any environment with any type of turnstile.
Working in partnership with our sister company, Vistec Systems, we even create bespoke units and stands via our 3D printing machines that allow the access control system to be integrated completely onto our turnstiles.
They Can Provide Disability Access
When it comes to access, it’s crucial that you’re complying with the latest legislation and ensuring that everyone can access your premises as easily as possible.
You may opt for a turnstile, portal, or pedestrian gate, depending on the security demands of your business.
By integrating these with access control systems, you’re able to provide access for all disabilities. People naturally focus on wheelchair users, however, it’s important to remember that there are a number of other limitations to consider, including visual impairment.
Therefore by integrating your turnstiles so that they can operate automatically, for example, rather than by manual assist, you’re able to provide access for everyone.
They Can Reduce Your Insurance Premiums
Last but not least, another great thing about an access control system is that it can save you money!
Although there is obviously an associated upfront cost of purchasing an access control system – having one can actually help reduce your insurance premiums.
We know that choosing security turnstiles and access control solutions is a big decision and investment for you and your business. However, with Tongdazhi – we can supply and install everything for you – so that you don’t need to worry about a thing.
If you have any further questions about turnstiles and access control systems, then contact us We're Tongdazhi specialists and always on hand to offer guidance.
