AST September 2018 'ASTORS' Showcase Edition Sep 2018 Final (9.18.18)

So far we have discussed deterrence September 2018 Edition through the system’s presence, de- tection via the system’s electronic methods, and the role of physical glass barriers in delaying a breach And the traditional mechanical turn- or attack, but what about “denying” stiles (waist high tripod turnstiles, full the potential perpetrator? height turnstiles) depend solely on the mechanical rotors or arms. Most optical turnstiles today employ Volume 27 physical barriers such as swing or retracting (sliding) glass panels, or swinging arm barriers, as a key component of their system. In all cases the pedestrian entrance control device physically prevents access to those without proper credentials. Through these physical barriers, access by a per- petrator is delayed. Deny. Our final objective is to de- lay the potential adver- sary access to the asset or facility while law enforce- ment is summoned for intervention. Full height turnstiles, with either painted/stainless steel arms or with clear acrylic arms, are a physical deterrent to unauthorized entry.” (Courtesy of Automatic Systems America) 28

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