Turnstile Introduction


09/06

2024

Turnstiles, also known as revolving gates, evolved from three-roller gates and borrow features from revolving doors (the difference being that the barrier is not a glass door, but a metal fence). According to the height of the barrier, they are divided into full-height turnstiles (also known as full-height gates or full-height revolving gates) and half-height turnstiles (also known as half-height revolving gates), with full-height turnstiles being more commonly used.
The barrier (gate bar) is generally composed of 3 or 4 metal rods forming a parallel to the horizontal plane "Y" (also known as a three-bar turnstile) or "+" shape (also known as a cross gate or cross turnstile). Generally, it uses a hollow closed stainless steel tube, which is sturdy and not easily deformed, and achieves blocking and passage through rotation.

Full-height turnstiles are suitable for unattended and high-security scenarios, as well as some harsh outdoor environments. Half-height turnstiles are suitable for occasions with high requirements for traffic order, such as stadiums and prisons.