How to manage the entry of VIP and regular audience through turnstiles?

1. Hierarchical permission control: creating a system for different levels of access
The main benefit of rotary turnstiles is that they can easily give out permissions. The following hierarchical control can be performed through tight interaction with ticketing systems and member databases:
Design of a VIP-only channel
You can configure the full-height turnstile to "facial recognition+dynamic QR code" mode, which requires two forms of authentication. For instance, the Beijing Winter Olympics venue's VIP channel uses 3D liveness detection technology. This means that only VIPs who have already entered their facial information may go through, with a recognition accuracy rate of 99.9%. The gate can turn at a pace of 0.5 seconds per revolution, and a voice guidance system helps it achieve "seamless passage."
Regular checking of the audience's dynamic
The half-height turnstile can read QR codes and use NFC near-field communication. For example, in the Guangzhou Evergrande Football Stadium, the gate checks the audience's tickets and opens in 0.3 seconds after they scan the QR code with their phones. The technology keeps an eye on how many individuals are in each channel at all times. When there are more than five persons waiting in a specific channel, it automatically tells the audience to switch to an idle channel using LED screens.
Dynamic permission adjustment system
The Shanghai Oriental Sports Center has a "time period + region" permit control system. VIP gates will open an hour before ticket checking during the event, while ordinary gates will open 30 minutes before that. Only regular gates will be open on training days. The technology can lock some gates from a distance, and in an emergency, it can take control of the entire venue channel in three seconds.
2. Adapting technology to different situations: satisfying different needs
diverse types of venues have very diverse needs for turnstiles, so specific technical solutions are needed to make sure they work perfectly.

Designing Riot Control for Outdoor Spaces
The full-height rotary gate is made of 304 stainless steel and has an IP65 protection grade, which means it can withstand rainstorms and sandstorms. It is designed for outdoor use, as on a football field. For instance, Wembley Stadium in London has put anti-impact springs at the turnstile rotation axis. When they detect an impact force of more than 500 kg, they instantly set off an alarm and lock the channel.
Access to interior places without barriers
Comprehensive sporting arenas must accommodate individuals with impairments and fans utilizing strollers. The Shenzhen Universiade Center has a broad channel design (up to 1.2 meters wide) and a gate that can be turned 60° to make it easier for people to get through. It also has low position controls and voice prompts. The system uses pressure sensors to find distinct groups of people and automatically opens the gate for 5 seconds longer.
Quickly setting up temporary activities
Modular turnstiles can be set up in as little as four hours for short-term events like concerts. During the Hangzhou Asian Games, the organizers used foldable full-height turnstiles. This cut down on the amount of transportation needed by 60% and made it easy to set up and use with quick-loading interfaces. The solution allows for cloud management and changes the amount of open channels according on how many passengers are coming and going.
3. Management based on data: making operations more efficient
Rotary turnstiles are not just for controlling traffic; they are also used to collect data on how a venue is running. The following managerial improvements can be made with IoT technology:

Monitoring the flow of passengers in real time
The smart gate system at Hefei Shaoquan Sports Center sends traffic data to the IOC screen every five seconds. In real time, managers can see how many people are coming in and remaining in each location. The technology automatically starts the flow restriction plan when the population density in a given location goes over a specified level.
Looking at how people act as consumers
The gate is connected to the venue consumption system, which can keep track of things like when people enter, where they remain, and how much they eat. For instance, a basketball court discovered through analysis that the consumption of VIP guests in the eating area is three times that of regular guests. Based on this information, they improved the dining service setup in VIP rooms.
Improving the emergency plan
When the power goes off, the full-height turnstile automatically goes into the typically open position, which is what is needed for fire evacuation. The Shanghai Mercedes Benz Culture Center has tested its gate system with simulations and found that it can unlock all channels in 3 seconds, which is 80% faster than opening doors by hand. The device also has a reverse traffic mode that helps individuals get to a safe place in case of an emergency.