ADA Compliant Turnstiles
Depending on your turnstile needs, you may need an ADA-compliant unit to comply with the regulations required by a workplace or government building. Thankfully, there are many ADA-Compliant Turnstile options that will help you stay accessible to everyone. ADA regulations state that people with disabilities must be faced with the same access as other people, so you need to confirm that your turnstile will follow these laws.
When looking for an ADA-compliant turnstile there are both waist-high (also known as waist-height) and full-height turnstiles. Waist-high turnstiles offer less security than full-height turnstiles but can make sure the flow of high-pedestrian traffic runs more smoothly. Plus, waist-high turnstiles do not require an additional ADA-compliant manual passage gate. No matter which option works better for you, there are plenty of ADA-friendly turnstiles in various finishes and colors.
Basic Requirements For ADA-Compliant Turnstiles
ADA-Compliant Turnstiles Must Have:
- 32 Inches Of A Wide Clear Opening
- Some Cases May Require a 36-Inch Opening When An Opening Is Also 24 Inches Deep
- Waist High Turnstiles Need To Have Swing Gates That Are ADA-Compliant
- If A Current Turnstile Is Not ADA-Compliant, An Additional Swing Gate ADA-Compliant Turnstile Can Be Installed Alongside The Old Turnstile
According to the handbook provided by the ADA, turnstiles can be removed to "provide an accessible passageway." However, it is much easier to already have an ADA-compliant turnstile, so you can provide easy access to everyone that is attempting to enter your building.
Waist High ADA-Compliant Turnstiles
Executive Series EX200-Z-ADA
This unit has a trapezoid end with a prestigious design suited for an office building or an important public building. Made with a stainless steel cabinet, this turnstile is durable enough to go through lots of crowd traffic daily. With minimally exposed hardware, the Executive series is ADA-compliant and aesthetically designed.
Key Features:
- Minimal Exposed Hardware
- Triple Strand Chain Drive With Adjustable Chain Tensioners
- Arm Construction: 1-5/16" (33.4 mm) diameter (12 gauge) stainless steel
- Height: 39" (988.7 mm)
- Width: 47" (1200.1 mm)
- Depth: 37" (933.4 mm)
- Passage Way: 36" (914.4 mm)
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Stadium Accessible Turnstile FastPass Series ADA-Compliant
The Stadium FastPass ADA-compliant turnstile is the best turnstile for stadiums, concert venues, or any other large outdoor area. Made from heavy-duty stainless steel, this turnstile will stand up to all weather conditions. Manage large crowds with auto-indexing and shock suppression technology.
Key Features:
- Height: 38" (966.8 mm)
- Width: 47" (1193.8 mm)
- Depth: 27" (696.9 mm)
- Arm Length: 36" (914.4 mm)
- Minimal Exposed Hardware
- Triple Strand Chain Drive With Adjustable Chain Tensioners
- Arms Made With 1 5/16" (33.4 mm) Diameter, (12 Gauge) Stainless Steel
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Waist-High Turnstile Brute ADA Swing Gate
This turnstile is an affordable ADA-compliant model that still helps with traffic volume control for public venues. Heavy 7-gauge metal cabinets can be interfaced with LCD counters, computer attendance systems, card readers coin/token acceptors, push-buttons, and wireless remotes. This unit meets ASTM standards.
Key Features:
- Height: 37" (939.8mm)
- Width: 45" (1136.6 mm)
- Depth: 20" (511.2 mm)
- Arm Length: 34" (874.7 mm)
- Multiple Color Choices Available For Cabinet
- Minimally Exposed Hardware
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Full Height ADA-Compliant Passage Gate For Full Height Turnstiles
Full Height ADA Gates
To make your full-height turnstile ADA-compliant, you'll need to add a manual passage gate. These gates work by using a low-voltage strike lock that works both mechanically and electronically. The special hinge system means that you'll only need 5ft. pounds of opening force to open a gate.
Key Features:
- Galvanized, Powder-Coated, or Stainless Steel
- Exterior Height: 91"
- Interior Height: 88"
- Pedestrian Clearance: 36"
- Swing Gate: 2" x 2" 11 Gauge Box Tubing
- Frame: 2" x 3" 11 Gauge Box Tubing
- Meets ASTM standards
- Minimal Exposed Hardware
- Heavy-Duty Tubing