Fingerprint Access Control & Full-Height Turnstile Installation in Mayfair, London
About the Project
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.
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.