Fingerprint Access Control & Full-Height Turnstile Installation in Mayfair, London
About the Project
Fingerprint access control turnstiles were installed to solve a critical security issue. A prestigious construction site in Mayfair, Central London was facing serious security challenges. The high volume of daily foot traffic made it difficult to monitor who was entering and unauthorised engineers were arriving without proper authorisation or enrolment.
The site needed a fast, secure and user-friendly access control system that would prevent unauthorised entry and streamline management for site supervisors.
Fingerprint access control turnstiles offer several advantages over traditional key card systems, particularly on busy construction sites where credentials can easily be lost, shared, or cloned. Because a fingerprint is unique to each individual, there is no way for a worker to grant unauthorised access by lending their card to someone else, which significantly reduces the risk of unauthorised persons entering the site.
For sites like this Mayfair development, where the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance places a strong emphasis on controlling who is on site at any given time, fingerprint access control turnstiles provide a reliable audit trail of exactly who entered and when. This information can prove invaluable during incident investigations or when demonstrating compliance with site safety procedures.
The full-height turnstile design used on this project also adds a physical deterrent that half-height gates and card readers alone cannot match, making it far more difficult for anyone to climb over or squeeze past the barrier. Combined with biometric verification, this gives site managers complete confidence that only authorised personnel are able to enter.
Since installation, the Mayfair site has reported a significant reduction in unauthorised entry incidents, along with faster entry times for legitimate workers who no longer need to search for a card or fob. The system integrates with the site’s existing management software, giving supervisors real-time visibility of who is on site at all times.
If you are considering fingerprint access control turnstiles for your own site, our team can advise on the right configuration for your budget and footfall.
Security Challenges on a Central London Construction Site
Problem: Unauthorised Site Access
Before the project, there was no reliable way to control entry to the construction site. This created risks including:
- Unauthorised visitors entering restricted areas.
- Engineers attending without correct permissions.
- Manual checks slowing down productivity.
Objective: Install a Secure Access Control Solution
The project required:
- A robust, biometric fingerprint access control system.
- A full-height turnstile to physically restrict entry.
- A user-friendly management platform for quick enrolment.
- Rapid delivery and installation due to urgent security concerns.
Access Control Installation Details
Project Overview
Project Name: Central Construction Site, Mayfair, London
Installation Date: Wednesday 2nd July (completed in a single day)
Solution Provided
The security upgrade included:
- UKT-40 Single Full Height Turnstile – for physical entry control.
- Suprema BEW2-ODPB Fingerprint Reader – for biometric verification.
- BMS-2 Enrolment Reader – for fast and accurate user enrolment.
- Biostar 2 Time & Attendance Software – for remote user management and reporting.
Technical Advantages
- Biometric Security: Fingerprint authentication ensures only authorised staff can enter.
- Cloud-Based Management: Admins can control user access remotely.
- Rapid Installation: Leveraged stocked turnstiles and Suprema devices to meet urgent deadlines.
Results of the Fingerprint Access Control Installation
Key Benefits
- Improved Security: Only approved tradespeople and engineers can enter.
- Time Savings: Quick and seamless access for authorised users.
- Operational Efficiency: Reduced reliance on manual entry checks.
Client Feedback
The construction site management team reported excellent results and minimal disruption during installation. The system is now in daily use, providing a smooth and secure entry process for all authorised staff.
Future Construction Site Security Projects
Due to the success of this project, the security team is already designing a similar fingerprint access control system for another London site.
This case study demonstrates how biometric access control and full-height turnstiles can dramatically improve security on busy construction sites in London ensuring only authorised personnel are allowed on-site.