Speed Gates.

Speed gates are automated access control solutions that regulate entry using barriers and sensor technology. They are typically installed in building entrances where authorised access needs to be managed without slowing down users.

People present a credential, such as a swipe card, mobile access pass, or biometric ID, and the system determines whether access is granted.

Speed gates are often part of a wider entrance control solution, working alongside access control systems to ensure only authorised individuals can enter.

In busy facilities, open access points can lead to security risks such as unauthorised entry or tailgating. At the same time, entry points must remain efficient to avoid delays.

Speed gates help address both challenges by:

• Controlling who can enter your facility
• Supporting high volumes of users during peak times
• Reducing the risk of tailgating and misuse
• Creating a professional and secure arrival experience
• Integrating with existing access control systems

Speed gates combine access control with monitored passage through a defined lane.

1. A user presents a valid credential
2. The system checks authorisation
3. The gate opens or allows entry
4. Sensors monitor movement through the lane

Advanced detection systems can identify:

• Tailgating (multiple people entering on one credential)
• Unauthorised entry attempts
• Incorrect direction of travel

Solutions such as the Lifeline Speedlane Swing use multiple sensors to provide accurate detection while maintaining a smooth user experience.

• Serves as a visual barrier against possible infiltration
• Assists guard force in managing the flow of employees and visitors into a building
• Sensor system sounds an alarm when tailgating occurs, alerting guard staff to respond appropriately
• Ability to control the number and direction of people passing through the entrance
• Works in tandem with visitor management software for a digital record of all guests inside the building
• Integration is possible with virtually any access or biometric solution
• Supports anti-passback, preventing card holders from passing their card back for a second person to gain entry
• Aesthetic options allow for seamless integration with building interior or surround

• A feeling of safety and security in the workplace
• A reduced pressure of having to enforce security rules when it comes to tailgating
• Intuitive and user-friendly

Selecting the right speed gate solution involves more than just choosing a product. It requires understanding how your entrance is used, what level of security is needed, and how the system will integrate into your wider building environment.

Below are the key factors to consider:

• Security Requirements
  The level of security required will influence the type of speed gate and the detection capabilities needed.
   
• User Volume
  Understanding how many people use the entrance, and when, helps determine the right number of lanes.
   
• Integration
  Speed gates should integrate with your existing systems, including access control and visitor management.
   
• Layout and Space
  Entrance size and layout will influence the configuration and type of speed gate used.