Access for reduced mobility: swing gates/fast gate – requirements and solutions
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Access for reduced mobility: swing gates and rapid gates – requirements and solutions
Ensuring access for people with reduced mobility is essential in public buildings, commercial spaces and areas of intense human trafficking. Access control systems should allow easy passage of users into a wheelchair, persons with disabilities or those carrying bulky luggage. Automatic and fast gates are effective solutions for managing the flow of people, respecting accessibility rules.
What access means for reduced mobility
Access for reduced mobility involves the design of the entrances so that all persons can move safely and without physical barriers. This implies:
- Suitable passing widths
- Automatic opening
- Lack of thresholds
- Easy-to-use access control systems
Legal and technical requirements
- Minimum passing width for wheelchairs
- Automatic or assisted opening
- Opening time sufficient for crossing
- Absence of obstacles to the flooring
- Accessible control systems (button, card, application)
Compliance with these requirements is mandatory in public buildings and recommended in private spaces with human trafficking.
Swing gates automatic – classic and efficient solution
Automatic gates are frequently used for access to people with reduced mobility due to their simplicity and reliability.
Advantage
- Open wide, without restrictions
- Easy to integrate with access control systems
- Reduced implementation costs
- Adaptable to existing spaces
They are ideal for secondary entrances, dedicated access or areas with moderate traffic.
Rapid gates – control and organised flow
Fast gates are modern systems designed for efficient control of the flow of people, including for PMR access (people with reduced mobility), when they are properly configured.
Advantage
- Modern and elegant design
- Integration with turnstiles and RFID systems
- Precise access control
- Flow organized by people
Fast gates are used as dedicated access points for PMR, complementing standard turnstiles.
Integration with access towers
In areas with high traffic, turnstiles are used for the main flow control. In order to comply with accessibility rules, they must be accompanied by:
- Automatic swing gates
- Quick gates with extended opening
This ensures a complete and inclusive system for all categories of users.
How to choose the right solution
The choice between sharp and fast necks depends on:
- Volume of pedestrian traffic
- Building type
- Required access control level
- Available space
- Budget allocated
For administrative or medical buildings, the gates are often sufficient, while in office buildings or shopping centres fast gates are recommended.
Common errors
- Lack of a dedicated solution for reduced mobility
- Insufficient passing width
- Improper integration with access control systems
- Opening time too short
Conclusion
Access for persons with reduced mobility is not only a legal requirement, but also a social responsibility. Auto-battery gates and fast gates, properly integrated with turntables and access control systems, offer efficient solutions for managing the flow of people in a safe, modern and inclusive way.
