GASTOP produces durable, high quality, modern, elegant and prestigious devices, which is why they are preferred by demanding customers who take particular interest in these features. Patented technical solutions, original style and appearance create unique and modern solutions in the access control industry.

GASTOP is active in the international markets and supplies equipment to facilities located all around the globe. Our devices operate flawlessly at any geographical location (ranging from the northern parts of Sweden where temperatures drop to -45 degrees Celsius to the tropical and equatorial areas of Africa). GASTOP devices are successfully used in many military, government as well as public facilities (e.g. airports, seaports) in countries requiring the highest level of security (e.g. USA, Israel). These devices are also used in the largest national stadiums in the world, holding the World and European Football Championships are held, organized by FIFA and UEFA. GASTOP devices are also used by the largest and most famous international corporations such as Colgate, Sharp, LG, Gillette.

GASTOP gateways are installed in many well-known places around the world, including the Great Wall of China, new metro stations in Paris, American Embassy in Havana, Cuba, Casablanca – Morocco,

GASTOP’s patented technical and IT solutions, unique style and design create original and modern solutions in the access control industry. GASTOP devices are durable, high quality and designed in a way which makes them look stylish, elegant and prestigious. That is why they are often selected by particularly demanding customers who care about these particular features.

Durability and quality of GASTOP products is confirmed by the fact that equipment produced by GASTOP handles pedestrian traffic of over 400 million pedestrians annually, combined in thousands of facilities around the world. Many of these devices operate in particularly harsh environments (stadiums, airports, ski lifts, mines, military facilities, factories, sports facilities, seaports, railway stations, construction sites, public facilities).

GASTOP devices are manufactured in the European Union, mainly in the GASTOP PRODUCTION manufacturing plant in Poland. The components and materials are supplied by reputable companies operating on the European market.

GASTOP launched in 1996. From the very beginning, the company started manufacturing a line of low and tall turnstiles. After years of development, the company has also started the production of tilt gates, high-speed gates – speed gates, gates for pedestrian traffic control as well as gates for vehicle traffic control.

Currently, the company supplies its products to the largest facilities in the world. GASTOP equipment is present in more than 100 largest stadiums and sports facilities such as stadiums where the European and World Championships organized by UEFA and FIFA were held as well as several thousand other facilities such as: airports, seaports, government facilities, military facilities, public facilities, factories of the world’s largest manufacturing companies in the world.

The development plans for 2019-2022 include developing new products in the areas of vehicle traffic control, pedestrian traffic control and verification systems for controlled persons.

Gateways for pedestrian traffic control are divided into gates for standard (detailed) pedestrian traffic control and gates for general pedestrian traffic control

1. Standard (detailed) pedestrian traffic control – controlling pedestrian traffic in terms of the number and clearance level of persons passing through. The control and supervision over the persons is carried out by means of identifying each unauthorized attempt to pass (e.g. 2 persons trying to pass using only a single authorization). This type of control is carried out by means of rotor devices with 3-4 sections passage sections (e.g. BA3, BR2, GA2 models) or gates with folding and tilting wings equipped with a personal motion detection system (e.g. SG or GT gates).
2. General pedestrian traffic control – means the control of pedestrian traffic for persons with approximately similar clearance levels. This type of control is carried out primarily by means of tilt gates, not equipped with personal motion detection systems, where several people can pass through during a single tilt of the gate arm (e.g. tilt gates).

In order to determine the number of devices required for pedestrian traffic control, a number of factors have to be considered: the capacity (see questions on capacity), the intensity of pedestrian traffic, the type of pedestrian traffic control, the technical conditions of the place of installation of the devices (e.g. whether the width of the passage enables the installation of gates with an additional technical output, the type of gates depending on the degree of security of the passage (e.g. tall gates or low gates).

Pedestrian traffic intensity can be constant or variable (e.g. entry or exit of employees to a production facility at certain times), planned or unplanned (e.g. system failure). When selecting the number of devices, the maximum intensity of pedestrian traffic should always be taken into account.

Typical types of pedestrian traffic intensity:

1. Low pedestrian traffic intensity – occurs when the average number of people trying to pass at the same time does not exceed 1 person. No queues or blockages. Occasional situations involving 2 persons moving or having to move in the same direction simultaneously.
2. Average pedestrian traffic intensity – occurs when the average number of people trying to pass at the same time does not exceed 2-3 people. Occasional instances where more than 5-7 persons move simultaneously in one or two directions.
3. High pedestrian traffic intensity – occurs when the average number of people trying to pass at the same time does not exceed 4-5 people. Occasional situations involving 8 persons moving or having to move in the same direction simultaneously.
4. Excessive pedestrian traffic intensity – occurs when the average number of people heading for the passage is in a number that prevents efficient passage to the controlled zone and causes blockages in front of the devices.

Depending on the degree of protection, turnstiles and swivel gates are categorized into low and tall gates.

Low gates are devices up to 110 cm in height and are intended for use in places where the control of pedestrian movement is supervised by a person designated for this purpose (e.g. a porter, a guard). Low gates include, for instance rotary gates BR2 and GA2.

Tall gates are devices which exceed 110 cm in height and it is difficult to pass over the gate (e.g. tall gates BA3).

Gateways and turnstiles, depending on their parameters, can be used either indoors or outdoors. In order to determine whether a given model of the device can be used outdoors, please check the technical parameters in the data sheet for the selected model.

We recommend that you use canopies in places where the devices are installed as means of protecting the persons performing authorization actions in the access control system.

Turning gates, tilting gates, turnstiles are typically made of stainless-steel grade 304, galvanized steel, powder coated steel or galvanized steel and powder coated steel.

stainless steel 304 – very high durability in relation to others and is most often used in devices in which elements have frequent contact with pedestrians and are exposed to impacts and scratches. Stainless steel requires frequent maintenance in order to maintain its aesthetics.  In a harsh environment (near the sea coastline, waterline or places where the equipment is exposed to various types of chemicals) it is recommended to use stainless steel 316. It consists of a greater amount of chromium, which increases passivation and thus the same improves the aesthetics, durability and appearance of steel.

galvanized steel (fire) – increased resistance to corrosion in relation to powder coated steel. galvanized steel is perceived as less aesthetic than painted steel and is used mainly in equipment installed e.g. fence lines of a building where other infrastructure elements are also made of galvanized steel e.g. fences.

powder-coated steel – allows to apply any type of colour on the devices. Colour types can be selected from the data sheets for the devices. It serves as a layer for improving the aesthetic qualities of the device, therefore it is typically used for devices used indoors.

galvanised steel and powder-coated steel – allows to apply any type of colour on the devices. Colour types can be selected from the data sheets for the devices. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. It is best to use so-called structural colours, which give the zinc layer an aesthetic appearance.

Inquiries regarding the sale of devices can be submitted via a form available on the website under the “Support” and “Inquiries” tabs or, alternatively, sent via e-mail to the address of the sales department (“Contact” tab). Our sales representatives and regional representatives will be happy to answer any questions you may have if you contact us by phone or make an appointment to discuss technical and commercial questions and offers.

You can place an order for devices using the form on the website in the “Support” tab. Placing an order is also possible in other ways, subject to the customer’s preference. In order to make an inquiry, please contact the GASTOP sales department.

The offer is valid for two weeks from the moment of its preparation. The period of validity of an offer may be shortened or extended, depending on the time limits of execution and the scope of the offer. In order to extend the period of validity of the offer, please contact our sales department.

In order to obtain technical or commercial assistance, please

• send the form available on our website in the “Support” tab.
• contact us by phone or e-mail at the number and address of the sales department indicated in the “Contact” tab on our website.
• in writing.

Waiting time for devices depends on the type of devices and the volume of the order. In order to determine the expected date of manufacturing and issuing the equipment, please contact the GASTOP or the Distributor’s sales department.

In order to prepare a request for quotation, please contact one of distributors or the manufacturer’s sales department. Contact information can be found in the “Contact” tab.

For control purposes, devices such as card readers, ticket readers, fingerprint, barcode, iris scanners, remote controls and other devices can be connected to gates or turnstiles.

Most manufacturers of such readers make it possible to used them for controlling gates.

The external device can be connected to the corresponding input in the turnstile or tilt gate. The devices have separate inputs for controlling each direction of passage (separate for entrance and exit) and two separate or one output for a feedback signal indicating that the device arm(s) have rotated or tilted (single passage (0V signal)).

Turning, tilting gates and turnstiles are most often powered with a safe current of 24V ~ or 110/230V voltage. In case of 24V devices, power supplies for the devices are usually installed in external boxes to supply a group of gates or turnstiles installed at a given location. Gateways and turnstiles are designed in a way as to make it possible to connect cables at the ground level. Please remember about voltage drops caused by long cable distances between the gate, reel and power supply. Use cables as described in the technical documentation in order to make sure that the devices operate correctly.

Most of the readers and AC (Access Control) systems available on the market work with devices manufactured by GASTOP. Access control is performed by means of the so-called “short circuit” signal. The majority of GASTOP devices can also read a feedback signal informing about the execution of the device’s work cycle (passage of a single person).

In order to check if the dimensions of the reader allow for it to be installed in the device (e.g. under the gate cover, reel), please contact the sales department. In order to determine the dimensions of the reader, please prepare a drawing of the dimensions taking into account: dimensions of the reader itself, dimensions of the reader with plugs and cables, dimensions of the space required for servicing and installation of the reader.

Stainless steel is an iron alloy containing chromium and carbon – elements that contribute to the formation of the outer layer which protects against corrosion, otherwise known as passive and prone to self-rebuilding. This process ensures that the steel is protected against corrosion. For that reason, stainless steel is considerably more resistant to corrosion in comparison to normal steel.  Due to these characteristics of stainless steel, chemically aggressive industrial environment, which affects the speed and quality of the self-forming surface layer, it should be emphasized that stainless steel must be systematically maintained and cared for in order to maintain an aesthetic appearance and resistance to corrosion. The method of maintenance and care is described in the technical documentation of equipment in the “Maintenance” section.

The surface of stainless-steel components must be cleaned to maintain its aesthetic appearance and anti-corrosive properties. Corrosion resistance of stainless-steel results from the phenomenon called “automatic passivation”. The accumulation of contaminants on the surface due to lack of or improper surface care can lead to a sudden increase in the concentration of chemical compounds, which ultimately damage the passive layer. Cleaning of stainless steel is therefore necessary to maintain the self-repair mechanism of the steel, which prevents the concentration of maximum impurities such as sulphur dioxide, chlorides, iron impurities. Stainless steel type 304 is a type of steel which requires maintenance care using preparations designed to clean stainless steel, e.g. Manufactured by M3 or Wurth.

Environments such as areas located near salty water (e.g. near a coastline with high salinity), heavy industrial pollution, locations with atmospheric dirt from automotive traffic, construction sites or locations where road salt is used for defrosting are not conducive to the proper formation of a protective layer on steel. In case of these environments, we recommend to care for steel very often or to use steel with a higher concentration of chromium, e.g. AISI316.

Impurities on gates and reels made of stainless steel, such as:

• Cement and mortar – should be cleaned with a solution containing a small amount of phosphoric acid and later rinsed with water (preferably demineralised).
• Iron particles from tools should be cleaned at an early stage by mechanical means and, in case of oxidation – pickling or passivation pastes.
• Paints – clean with alkaline or solvent based paint strippers.
• Calcareous deposits – clean with alcohol-based cleaners (including methyl alcohol and isopropyl alcohol), solvents, e.g. acetone, chrome cleaners.
• Fingerprints – clean with water, soap or detergent, chloride-free glass cleaners.
• Others – can be cleaned with stainless steel cleaners manufactured by companies such as BERNER, WURTH or 3M.

It is quite common that spots resembling a rusty colour appear in cases where proper care is not taken. In most cases, the spots are environmental sediments (the most common being road salt, various metal filings, bird droppings, contamination from equipment, dust from construction works). These sediments enter into a reaction with the surface and destroy the passivation coating if proper care is not being taken. To remove the stains, use suitable stainless-steel cleaners, e.g. Manufactured by WURTH or 3M.

The properties of stainless steel (e.g. surface porosity) cause the deposits of various types of contaminants adhere to its surface more permanently than it is the case with other surfaces, such as painted or galvanised.

Powder coating – is a process that consists in applying appropriately electrified particles of the so-called powder paint to the metal surface (conductive material). The electrostatic force generated on the metal surface causes the powder to adhere to it.

After applying the powder by spraying, the housing is heated up to the melting point of the powder, thus creating a layer of paint coating.
Powder coating technology is one of the most valued painting methods in the industry, also for reasons related to environmental protection.

Powder coating is recommended for equipment or components used indoors. In the case of devices for outdoor use, we recommend using powder coating with a zinc primer/layer or stainless steel.

When the same coating is applied to different materials (e.g. black steel, galvanised steel, aluminium, etc.), minimal differences in colour shades may occur. In order to obtain as similar a colour as possible, please contact our sales department and provide the colour sample.

Hot dip galvanizing – a process of applying a layer of zinc to a steel element. Zinc and steel react in a zinc bath at a temperature greater than 450 °C.  After cooling, a tightly adherent and durable layer is formed as a result of the above process, which protects the steel from corrosion. The thickness of the layer is controlled at the production stage. Galvanisation is a technique used for protecting steel against corrosion. In order to achieve other parameters or aesthetic features, e.g. aesthetics, please consider powder coated or stainless-steel surface.

In case of freshly galvanized elements, a white coating may occur, which is a natural result of the effect of moisture on the zinc. This coating does not impair the protective properties of the zinc coating and is a natural phenomenon. Use a soft brush or fleece to remove the white coating.
The zinc layer may have different shades in case of elements made of other materials, e.g. hot-dip galvanized steel and cold rolled galvanized steel.

Possible overflows in the process of hot dip galvanizing do not constitute damage or defect of the zinc layer, unless they decrease the minimum thickness of the galvanized coating (thickness of zinc coatings is defined by relevant industry standards).

Devices manufactured by GASTOP can have two layers at the same time (called DUPLEX):

1. protective layer (hot dip galvanizing),
2. aesthetic layer (powder coating),

In order for the powder-coated coating to maintain its aesthetic and qualitative properties, it should be regularly maintained and cleaned in accordance with the schedule. The frequency and type of care required depends mainly on the degree of environmental pollution. In non-industrial environment it is recommended to carry out maintenance once every 6-12 months or in case of dirt or sediments. In an industrial environment or in the areas close to sea or swimming pools or construction sites, the devices should be treated more frequently, depending on the sediment deposits, e.g. once every three months.
In a “typical” urban environment, we recommend cleaning at intervals of 18 months at the latest, unless excessive dirt appears on the coating. In this case the coating should be cleaned more often. For highly polluted areas, near the sea or swimming pools, cleaning should be carried out every 3 months.
When cleaning powder-coated parts, do not use abrasive materials that may cause permanent damage to the paint layer.
Paint coatings of gates and turnstiles should be cleaned with mild, lukewarm water diluted with mild detergents and soft, non-frictional materials (e.g. sponge, brush).
After cleaning, the detergent should be washed from the paint layer.
Before cleaning, always carry out a check to ensure that the small area is properly cleaned.

Flow rate of the device – the number of cycles that the unit is capable of completing in normal operation during one hour. It varies between 500 and 1800 duty cycles per hour depending on the unit.

Planned flow rate – the planned number of pedestrians passing through the crossing section per hour. This indicator may deviate in relation to the actual flow rate, depending on certain factors.

Actual flow rate – the number of pedestrians passing through the passageway per hour measured in the facility typically equals:

• public buildings (a significant number of people use the system sporadically or for the first time) – 300-500 persons per hour,
• closed facilities (workplaces – people often use the access control system and gates) – 400-500 persons per hour.

These statistics may vary according to external factors.

What are the factors influencing the flow rate of pedestrians at the revolving gates, turnstiles, tilt gates?

1. Efficiency of the access control system (no delay in reading the card and transmitting the control signal to the device).
2. Pedestrians’ knowledge of the control system and their experience in using it (e.g. personnel hired permanently at the workplace).
3. Discipline of persons using the devices and the passageway influenced by external factors (e.g. employees in the company when exiting and entering, persons on the ski lift).
4. Clear information and instructions on how to use the access control devices and turnstiles (e.g. clear instructions on how to use the ticket or card in the reader and how to pass through the passageway).
5. Other conditions (e.g. precipitation, lighting, fencing, etc.).

The flow rate can be increased by:

1. Installing an efficient access control system for the gates or turnstiles (e.g. no delay in reading the card and sending the control signal to the device – a common problem when, for instance, the access control system verifies permissions in distributed networks).
2. Training employees and users, e.g. in their workplaces.
3. Providing clear and accessible information and instructions for using the gateways and access control systems.
4. Providing ongoing supervision and assistance to persons responsible for managing pedestrian traffic passing through the gates and turnstiles.
5. Providing appropriate technical conditions (e.g. roofing over the passageway to protect from weather conditions, appropriate lighting).

The crucial factors for designing a pedestrian passageway with efficient flow rate include:

1. Making sure not to design pedestrian traffic routes that cross each other (e.g. a separate pedestrian traffic route for people who are not authorized to enter a facility, it is crucial to appropriately design the routes for pedestrians moving in opposite directions – as is often the case in cultural centres).
2. Ensure proper management of the system, including ongoing training and assistance for persons which are not familiar with the use of the access control system.
3. Making appropriate information available in the form of manuals, pictograms, descriptions of how to use the access control system and revolving gates, tilting gates and turnstiles.

The standard service for installation (assembly) of devices offered by GASTOP one of our Authorized Partners includes delivering the devices to the installation site, unloading, connecting the device to the power source, fixing to the ground by means of glued anchors, testing the devices, drafting an installation protocol, handing over the installed devices to the customer.

The service does not include installing power supplies/transformers in power boxes or connecting external access control systems (for controlling the devices).

Actions to be taken prior to having the devices installed by GASTOP or an Authorized Partner:

• preparing an installation plan (including drawings and descriptions).
• verifying the existing foundation for installation or constructing a new one. The foundation for installing the devices must not contain: polystyrene, mineral wool, hollow bricks, other thermal insulation materials, layer of waterproofing materials, floor heating system, paving stones, paving slab, asphalt,
• if the devices will be located in the emergency communication routes, please consult or receive an opinion of the appropriate services,
• establish temporary alternative pedestrian traffic routes in the facility for the time of installation and implementation (devices are usually installed in existing routes),
• in the case of larger installations or assemblies, the Client should appoint a technical coordinator responsible for establishing and coordinating activities with other contractors, responsible for the installation of readers, fences, power boxes and other systems,
• make sure to lead power lines in the foundation (ensuring a proper length margin) at the place of installation of each device in accordance with the device’s technical documentation.
• prior to installation, secure the site by directing pedestrian traffic in a manner which will not interfere with the works (e.g. temporary barriers, separate the installation site using tape),
• protect the installation site against dust and construction contaminants that may affect or react chemically with the materials used in the devices (turnstiles, tilting gates),

The start-up period involves testing the connected devices and the external systems (e.g. access control systems, time-recording systems, ticket control), training the operators and supervisors and implementing appropriate security and access control procedures.

Persons using the equipment as well as the operators must be acquainted with training materials (regulations, operating instructions), undergo appropriate training, and receive assistance when using the devices (particularly important during commissioning).

Statistically, the start-up period takes approximately 1 to 4 weeks or, in the case of larger cultural venues, it required approximately 2-3 mass events.
The customer should make sure to prepare the infrastructure and personnel in order to properly and safely control pedestrian traffic. In particular, to ensure training and providing access to the instruction manuals for the equipment, clearly mark the passageways and sections of the passage, develop an alternative way to clear the passage and perform access control activities in emergency cases, such as power failure or failure of the access control system.

Turnstiles, tilt gates and other gates can also be controlled by means of a control panel/panels (in addition to readers, controllers and other systems). The different models of control panels can be found on our website. In addition to the standard installation, we can also provide an additional service of installing and connecting the control panel to the devices, including connecting the control wiring to the ground and the connection to the ground.

installation of equipment with regards to ensuring compliance with the technical and operating documentation of equipment (turnstiles, tilt gates) in the scope of: proper installation of components, fixing the devices to the ground, connecting the equipment to the power and control wiring, testing the operation of equipment, drawing up supervision report.

The devices (turnstiles, tilt gates) are controlled by means of a short circuit signal (0 Volt) sent to the corresponding inputs in the gate controller (recommended duration of the signal is 0.5 seconds).
After receiving a signal, the device mechanism, unlocks the arms or tilts the wings.
The device, depending on the model, sends a feedback signal (oVolt) which informs about the execution of a full work cycle (a person has passed through the gate).

The vast majority of readers or access control systems on the market can be used to control turnstiles, tilt gates and revolving gates.

Turnstiles, tilt gates and revolving gates can send a feedback signal, which informs about completing the work cycle.
The feedback signal enables the external access control system to verify whether the device has completed a full work cycle (a person has passed the gate) on the basis of a single authorization signal sent from the access control system to the gate or turnstile.
Return signal is a very important function especially in systems requiring strict control of pedestrian traffic, e.g. ticketing systems, time registration systems.

A gate and turnstile control signal that lasts longer than 1 second may reduce the flow rate of the passage (gate – system) or, if the return signal is not analysed by an external system, the gate may “lose the authorization signals”. Therefore, it is recommended that this signal does not last longer than 1 second.

Typically, the devices can be connected to an independent external control system (e.g. ticket system, work time registration system, access control system, fire protection system, building management system) and a control panel operated by a person, e.g. a porter, facility security personnel, can be independently connected as well.

The devices need to be covered during transportation. Additionally, the devices should be well secured during transport and positioned in accordance with the warning signs (or vertically, if warning signs are not present). The devices have to be secured and fastened during transport. Dimensions of devices – turnstiles, tilt gates, revolving gates, speed gates are provided in the technical documentation.

During transportation, devices should be secured, e.g. belts, ropes, etc. in order to protect them from falling. The devices have to be attached to the vehicle. In order to safely transport the devices, makes sure that the vehicle is fitted with appropriate anchorage points for securing the load. We recommend using textile fastening belts.

The devices (turnstiles, tilt gates, revolving gates) are well protected for transport by means of appropriate foil packaging. A single package includes only one unit.

The devices are usually assembled and attached to a transport pallet. Dimensions and weights of devices on pallets are provided in the technical and operating documentation.

Each device or its components have to be unpacked in an upright position. All points of the packaging which get into contact with a forklift or other lifting equipment need to be protected from damage. Inspect each package to make sure that all components are present.

Removing packaging – make sure that all transport safety devices are removed.  Check the unit for any damages which may have occurred during transport.
Use suitable tools (e.g. scissors, knives) to remove the packaging. Dispose of the packaging in accordance with environmental regulations.

The standard equipment for each gate or turnstile includes the key to the cover or element protecting access to the device mechanism, technical and operational documentation or the QR code with the login and password to the technical and operational documentation of the device in PDF format.

A turnstile, also called a revolving gate, is a device used to support the control of pedestrian traffic (access) to a protected/supervised zone by means of a built-in locking mechanism, which allows to perform a cycle of operation of the device (passage of a single person) based on the signal received from an external device (e.g. card reader, ticket reader, controller).  All turnstiles produced by GASTOP enable controlling both directions of passage (exit/entry).

Low turnstiles are devices whose height does not exceed 110 cm. They are used primarily:

• Indoors, in facilities which require gates which do not obstruct the view (entrance/exit),
• in places which do not require securing the passage at its full height (where supervisors have the ability to immediately respond to events such as jumping over the gates),
• in locations where it is advisable for technical reasons, e.g. ski lifts, workplaces where people carry hand luggage.
• in supervised locations which require strict control of pedestrian traffic (a single person may pass through the premises based on a single authorization signal from an external access control system).

Tall turnstiles are devices with a height exceeding 110 cm and usually have a passage height exceeding 200 cm.

They are used primarily:

• outdoors, in cases where it is necessary to protect the entrance and make sure that pedestrians will not jump over the gate,
• in places where it is required to secure the passage at its full height (supervising personnel is not able to immediately react to events, e.g. jumping over low turnstiles),
• in locations where it is advisable for technical reasons, e.g. construction sites, places which require strict control over pedestrian traffic, where the supervision of the device can be performed by means of a monitoring system,
• in supervised locations which require strict control of pedestrian traffic (a single person may pass through the premises based on a single authorization signal from an external access control system).

High-speed gates (speed gates) – are tilt gates usually equipped with two moving wings, which tilt either horizontally or vertically, equipped with a system of sensors verifying pedestrian movement in the passage section of the gate, enabling pedestrian traffic which does not require contact with the device (as opposed to e.g. turnstiles).

Technically, tilting gates allow for passing of more than one person on the basis of a single authorization signal received from an external device (e.g. card reader or ticket reader).

Tilting gates equipped with a system of passage sensors have the possibility of emitting a sound signal in case of detecting the passage of two people on the basis of a single authorization signal.

Turnstiles are designed to make it impossible for more than one person to pass on the basis of a single authorization signal received from an external device (e.g. card reader or ticket reader) by narrowing the passage to a section created between the arms / wings of the device.

Swing gate is a type of gate equipped with a tilting arm or a set of arms, which – depending on its version (automatic/mechanical gate) – tilts the arm electromechanically by means of an in-built mechanism (an electric motor is responsible for tilting the arm as well as returning it to its initial position). Alternatively, the arm is tilted mechanically by a person passing and the arm returns to its initial position by means of a spring or pneumatic mechanism.

A turnstile is a type of gate equipped with a revolving mechanism with a rotor, typically having 2-4 wings or arms. The gate supports the rotation of the rotor by means of an in-built mechanism, which creates an opening between the arms or wings in order to enable the passage of a single person in a chosen direction.

BA3/GA3/MA3 series gates are tall gates, also known as tall turnstiles. The main difference between these series lies in the type of control mechanism and altered design.

BA3 series gates are equipped with an electronic circuit and a mechanism for supporting the rotor for controlling pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

GA series gates are equipped with a mechanism, an electronic system and a mechanical rotor movement support (spring mechanism). These gates have minor design changes in relation to BA3 series gates and are used primarily to support the management of pedestrian traffic in conjunction with external access control systems.

MA3 series gates are equipped with a mechanism (without electronic circuit) providing mechanical assistance of the rotor movement and their function is to direct the movement of pedestrian traffic in one selected direction.

BR2/GA2 series gates are low gates, also known as low turnstiles or turnstiles. The main difference between these series lies in the type of control mechanism and altered design.

BR2 series gates are equipped with BR2 mechanism, electronic circuit and electromechanical rotor movement support, they contain an electric motor and are used to support the management of pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

GA2 series gates are equipped with GA2 mechanism, electronic system and mechanical rotor movement support (spring mechanism). These gates have minor design changes in relation to BR2 series gates and are used to support the management of pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

SG and GT series gates are equipped with swinging wings and a system for detecting pedestrian movement in the passage. They are used to support the management of pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

SG series gates are equipped with rotating wings (the wings rotate by approximately 90 degrees), the devices are equipped with electromechanical systems supporting the smooth movement of the sashes. These gates have a narrower housing in comparison to GT series gates.

GT series gates the devices are equipped with electromechanical systems supporting the smooth movement of the wings. In relation to SG gates, the GT series devices allow for maintaining a higher degree of precise control over the movement of pedestrians.

Labels – Example of a tall gate (turnstile):

– BA3-1-3 NNN – BA3 series, number of passage sections – 1, number of rotor wings (arm sections) – 3, type of finish: stainless steel rotor,
stainless steel construction, stainless steel roof.

Types of available finishes:

• N – stainless steel
• M – powder coated
• O – galvanized
• D (duplex) – galvanized and powder coated

Models and types of finishes are listed in the product data sheet.
PLEASE NOTE: The standard finish is AISI 304 stainless steel (INOX).

The gateways are equipped with a mechanism controlled by an electronic processor. After receiving a signal from an external device (e.g. card reader, switch/button sending a 0V signal, a so-called short circuit (recommended max. 1 sec.)) and verifying the position of the arms, it takes control over blocking and unlocking the arms movement. The rotor position measuring system enables smooth and efficient operation of the device. An electronic processor sends a feedback signal indicating that the gate rotor has been rotated allowing for a single pass. The mechanism of the device is equipped with pedestrian traffic control system for both directions, i.e. separate drivers for each direction of passage can be connected to the device. The device is also equipped with a mechanism of blocking the rotor movement in the opposite direction to the one chosen by the controller and supporting the rotor movement (BA3 – electric motor, GA3 – assisting mechanical system (shock-absorber)). LED pictograms display the rotor mechanism status – locked or unlocked (green arrow-mechanism unlocked and red cross-mechanism locked.

The BA3-2-R, BA3-1-I and BA3-2-I gateways are equipped with arms that return to their original position and lock after a certain period of time.
MA3 mechanisms are not electronically controlled and have a mechanical system that allows the rotor to rotate in only one direction. MA3 mechanisms are mainly used to control exits from controlled objects or zones.

The gateways are equipped with a mechanism controlled by an electronic processor. After receiving a signal from an external device (e.g. card reader, switch/button sending a 0V signal, a so-called short circuit (recommended max. 1 sec.)) and verifying the position of the arms, it takes control over blocking and unlocking the arms movement. The rotor position measuring system enables smooth and efficient operation of the device. An electronic processor sends a feedback signal indicating that the gate rotor has been rotated allowing for a single pass. The mechanism of the device is equipped with pedestrian traffic control system for both directions, i.e. separate drivers for each direction of passage can be connected to the device. The device is also equipped with a mechanism of blocking the rotor movement in the opposite direction to the one chosen by the controller and supporting the rotor movement (BR2 – electric motor, GA2 – assisting mechanical system (shock-absorber)). LED pictograms display the rotor mechanism status – locked or unlocked (green arrow-mechanism unlocked and red cross-mechanism locked.

Swing gate is a type of gate equipped with a tilting arm or a set of arms, which – depending on its version (automatic/mechanical gate) – tilts the arm electromechanically by means of an in-built mechanism (an electric motor is responsible for tilting the arm as well as returning it to its initial position). Alternatively, the arm is tilted mechanically by a person passing and the arm returns to its initial position by means of a spring or pneumatic mechanism.

A turnstile is a type of gate equipped with a revolving mechanism with a rotor, typically having 2-4 wings or arms. The gate supports the rotation of the rotor by means of an in-built mechanism, which creates an opening between the arms or wings in order to enable the passage of a single person in a chosen direction.

BA3/GA3/MA3 series gates are tall gates, also known as tall turnstiles. The main difference between these series lies in the type of control mechanism and altered design.

BA3 series gates are equipped with a mechanism and an electronic system for supporting of rotor movement for controlling pedestrian traffic in combination with external access control systems.

GA series gates are equipped with a mechanism, an electronic system and a mechanical rotor movement support (spring mechanism). These gates have minor design changes in relation to BA3 series gates and are used primarily to support the management of pedestrian traffic in conjunction with external access control systems.

MA3 series gates are equipped with a mechanism (without electronic system) for mechanical support of rotor movement for controlling pedestrian traffic in a single direction.

BR2/GA2 series gates are low gates, also known as low turnstiles or turnstiles. The main difference between these series lies in the type of control mechanism and altered design.

BR2 series gates are equipped with BR2 mechanism, electronic circuit and electromechanical rotor movement support, they contain an electric motor and are used to support the management of pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

GA2 series gates are equipped with GA2 mechanism, electronic system and mechanical rotor movement support (spring mechanism). These gates have minor design changes in relation to BR2 series gates and are used to support the management of pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

SG and GT series gates are equipped with swinging wings and a system for detecting pedestrian movement in the passage. They are used to support the management of pedestrian traffic in connection with external access control systems.

SG series gates are equipped with rotating wings (the wings rotate by approximately 90 degrees), the devices are equipped with electromechanical systems supporting the smooth movement of the sashes. These gates have a narrower housing in comparison to GT series gates.

GT series gates the devices are equipped with electromechanical systems supporting the smooth movement of the wings. In relation to SG gates, the GT series devices allow for maintaining a higher degree of precise control over the movement of pedestrians.