Facial Recognition Access Control
UK Turnstiles has established itself as one of the leading providers of facial recognition access control and other biometric access control systems across the UK.
Facial Recognition Access Control Across UK Industries
We supply trusted facial recognition access control solutions to organisations nationwide, from single-site businesses to national operations.
Our systems are designed to meet the needs of fast-paced environments, offering seamless and secure access control tailored to different sectors.
What is Facial Recognition Access Control?
Access made simple, security assured
Facial recognition access control is a security system that uses biometric access control technology to identify and grant or deny access to individuals based on their facial features. It captures and analyses a person’s facial image, compares it to stored records, and allows entry to authorised individuals or restricts access to others.
Biometric credentials are gaining massive popularity as the most secure option for access control solutions. Facial recognition access control is considered the highest level of security as it is extremely difficult to replicate.
Facial recognition access control systems can be found in a range of applications and industries where a high level of security is paramount. Common locations include airports, office buildings, government facilities, financial institutions, law enforcement institutions, and more.
Benefits of Facial Recognition Access Control
The implementation of facial recognition access control offers numerous advantages, including:
Improved Security: Facial features provide a non-transferable method of identification, helping to prevent unauthorised access and reduce the risk of security breaches.
Contactless Entry: Users can gain access without physical contact. This promotes hygiene and convenience. It also reduces the cost of replacing lost or damaged access cards/fobs, etc.
Quick Authentication: Quick processing speeds streamline entry points, reduce bottlenecks, and create a safer, more efficient experience for staff and visitors.
Audit Trails: Facial recognition access control systems allow detailed logs of entries and exits to assist in monitoring and compliance.
Integration Capabilities: Systems can be linked to existing access control, alarms, or building management systems for a cohesive and efficient security setup.
Applications Across Various Industries
At UK Turnstiles, we provide both facial recognition access control and wider biometric access control solutions to a range of industries. Their versatility, speed, and security make them suitable for high-traffic or restricted areas across sectors, including:
- Corporate Offices
- Healthcare facilities
- Educational Institutions
- Retail, Leisure and Sport Environments
- Transportation Hubs
- Automotive Industries
- Government and Public Sector
- Pharmaceutical and Laboratories
- Construction and Infrastructure
- Data Centres
- Military and Defence
Integration with Existing Security Systems
Our facial recognition access control systems are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing security infrastructure, including time and attendance systems, access control software to centralise entry permissions, alarm systems and building management platforms such as HVAC, lighting, and energy controls. This ensures a streamlined and efficient approach to site-wide security and operations.
Most sites already have a door controller, an intercom, CCTV and some form of visitor management, so integration usually matters more than the reader itself. Readers typically offer a Wiegand or OSDP output, or connect over TCP/IP to the controller, which means existing lane hardware, maglocks and barriers can often stay exactly where they are. Enrolment can frequently be linked to an HR or visitor system so a new starter is added once rather than twice.
Environment is the other practical consideration. Readers need consistent lighting and a sensible mounting height, and strong backlighting from a glazed entrance can affect read rates, so position is always worth checking at survey. Where a lane is used by wheelchair users, a second reader mounted lower down, or a wider gate alongside the turnstile, keeps the entrance usable for everyone.
Compliance and Data Security
At UK Turnstiles, we prioritise data protection and compliance with regulations such as GDPR in all of our facial recognition access control and biometric access control systems.
Our state-of-the-art technologies are built to process sensitive data responsibly and securely, with safeguards including data encryption, user consent, regular audits, and anonymisation options.
In the UK a facial image used for identification is biometric data, and that makes it special category data under the UK GDPR. A lawful basis and a Data Protection Impact Assessment are therefore needed before a system goes live, and staff or visitors must be told clearly what is being captured and why. The Information Commissioner’s Office publishes detailed guidance on biometric data and on carrying out a DPIA, and it is worth reading before a rollout is agreed.
Practical steps that help include storing mathematical templates rather than raw photographs where the manufacturer supports it, setting a retention period and removing records when a person leaves, restricting who can view enrolment data, and offering an alternative credential such as a card or fob for anyone who would rather not enrol. Documenting those decisions at the outset makes any later audit far more straightforward.
If you would like help scoping a compliant rollout, our team can talk through enrolment, retention and fallback credentials with you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I find a facial recognition access control price?
Pricing for facial recognition access control systems can vary depending on the level of integration required, features and site requirements. To receive an accurate quote tailored to your needs, contact our team for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Is facial recognition GDPR compliant?
Yes! Facial recognition access control is GDPR compliant when implemented with the proper safeguards including data encryption, user consent, and clear usage policies. At UK Turnstiles, we ensure all systems meet UK data protection standards.
What is biometric access control?
Biometric access control uses physical characteristics such as facial features or fingerprints to verify identity and control access. This type of access control system is highly secure and contactless.