Security Turnstiles
Security turnstiles can help businesses manage controlled pedestrian entry and exit, providing a defined access point for employees, visitors and other authorised users. Where controlled pedestrian movement is required, turnstiles offer a practical way to manage who passes through a particular entrance.
Turnstiles can support commercial premises security, employee access and visitor management, particularly around restricted areas or busy building entrances. Pedris can help businesses consider security turnstiles as part of a wider approach to pedestrian access control.
Commercial Security Turnstiles
Turnstiles play a practical role in commercial security and access management, helping to control pedestrian entrances, manage staff access and restrict entry to authorised users. They can also help manage entry into secure areas, support visitor management, and create defined entry and exit points at a building or site.
The appropriate turnstile solution depends on the premises, expected footfall, access requirements and wider security arrangements already in place. As part of our wider physical security services, Pedris can help businesses consider how security turnstiles might fit their premises.
Types of Security Turnstiles
There are several forms of controlled pedestrian access point, and no single type suits every premises.
Full-Height Turnstiles
Used where a more substantial physical pedestrian access point is required.
Waist-Height Turnstiles
Used at controlled commercial entrances where a compact pedestrian access arrangement is appropriate.
Optical / Speed Gates
Some controlled pedestrian entrances use sensor-based systems or speed gates rather than conventional mechanical turnstiles.
Accessible Pedestrian Access
Suitable accessible routes should always be considered alongside controlled pedestrian entrances.
Turnstiles and Access Control
Security turnstiles can work alongside access-control systems, using access cards, fobs or other authorised credentials to manage who passes through a controlled entry point. This is particularly useful for staff access and restricted areas, where electronic access management helps confirm that only authorised users pass through.
Turnstiles can be integrated with commercial access control systems where appropriate, though not every turnstile uses the same access technology, and the right combination depends on the premises.
Turnstiles for Different Commercial Premises
Commercial turnstiles can be found across a wide range of premises, including offices, commercial buildings, industrial sites, warehouses and logistics facilities. Education and healthcare settings, construction sites, managed properties and other secure workplaces may also consider turnstiles as part of their access arrangements.
The right approach depends on the individual premises rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. To find out more about how requirements vary across different environments, visit our sectors page.
Turnstiles and Visitor Management
Controlled pedestrian entrances can support visitor management by creating defined entry points at reception areas, separating staff access from visitor access, and managing movement between different parts of a building or restricted area.
Visitor procedures and access permissions depend on the individual premises and how the system is configured, and can be considered alongside intercom systems and access control to manage communication and authorisation at the same entrance.
Turnstiles and Integrated Security
Security turnstiles can form part of a wider security strategy, working alongside other systems where this suits the premises. Practical examples include turnstiles combined with access control to manage authorised entry, turnstiles used alongside CCTV systems to provide oversight of the entrance, and turnstiles paired with intercom systems to support communication with visitors.
Turnstiles can also complement an intruder alarm system or work alongside security gates at wider site entrances. Not every customer requires every system, and the right combination depends on the site.
Security Turnstile Installation
Installing a security turnstile properly starts with assessing the entrance, understanding pedestrian flow and identifying the access requirements of the premises. From there, an appropriate turnstile arrangement can be selected and positioned to suit the entrance.
Installation involves integrating any relevant access-control equipment, configuring the system and testing operation to confirm the turnstile works as intended. Pedris can support businesses through this process as part of our wider physical security services.
Security Turnstile Maintenance
Turnstiles contain mechanical and, where applicable, electronic components that may require inspection and maintenance. This can include checking operation, identifying wear, addressing faults and maintaining access-control components so that equipment continues to operate as intended.
Pedris offers security system maintenance covering turnstiles and associated equipment alongside other commercial security systems.
Benefits of Commercial Security Turnstiles
Controlled Pedestrian Entry
Creates a controlled pedestrian entrance, defining clear entry and exit points.
Managed Access
Supports staff access management and visitor management alongside authorised entry.
Integration With Security Systems
Integrates with electronic access control and complements wider security measures.
How to Get Started
1
Discuss Your Access Requirements
We take time to understand your premises, pedestrian movements, users and areas requiring controlled access.
2
Plan the Turnstile Solution
We consider the appropriate turnstile type, positioning, access-control method and wider security requirements.
3
Install, Configure and Test
We install the turnstiles and associated equipment, configure the access arrangements and test the system.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are security turnstiles?
Security turnstiles are controlled pedestrian access points used to manage entry and exit at commercial premises.
What are commercial turnstiles used for?
They are commonly used to control pedestrian entrances, manage staff access and create defined entry points at offices and other commercial premises.
What is the difference between full-height and waist-height turnstiles?
Full-height turnstiles provide a more substantial physical barrier, while waist-height turnstiles offer a more compact access arrangement suited to many commercial entrances.
Can turnstiles work with access control?
Yes, turnstiles can be integrated with access-control systems, using cards, fobs or other credentials to manage authorised entry.
Can turnstiles be used for staff entrances?
Yes, turnstiles are commonly used at staff entrances to manage authorised access and separate staff movement from visitor areas.
Are turnstiles suitable for offices?
Yes, turnstiles are widely used in office environments to manage employee and visitor access at reception or other controlled entrances.
Can CCTV be used alongside turnstiles?
Yes, CCTV can be used alongside turnstiles to provide oversight of the entrance and support wider premises security.
Do security turnstiles require maintenance?
Turnstiles contain mechanical and, where applicable, electronic components that may benefit from ongoing inspection and maintenance.
Discuss Your Security Turnstile Requirements
If you would like to discuss your pedestrian entrances, access requirements and security needs, our team is happy to help. Get in touch to talk through your premises and how security turnstiles might fit alongside your wider physical security and access control arrangements.