Turnstile Shelters & Canopies
Durable, modular protection for your access control systems—rain or shine.
Panel Built’s turnstile shelters and turnstile canopy systems provide year-round protection for access control equipment and personnel. Designed to enhance security while shielding against harsh weather, these structures safeguard turnstiles, biometric scanners, keypads, and entry points. With custom designs and code-compliant construction, our modular solutions deliver the perfect balance of performance, durability, and convenience.
Key Benefits:
🔺 Protects access control turnstiles and entry devices from weather damage
🔺 Enhances physical security at access control points
🔺 Available as open-air or fully enclosed structures
🔺 Built to withstand wind, snow, and high-traffic use
🔺 Delivered pre-assembled or in panelized format for fast installation
Features & Options
Panel Built’s turnstile shelters are available in a wide range of formats to match your security needs and site conditions.
Shelter Construction Options:
🔺 Welded steel frame shelters – Ideal for compact installations; delivered fully assembled.
🔺 Bolt-together panelized shelters – Designed for larger footprints; assembled on-site to reduce shipping costs.
Customizable Design Features:
🔺 Roof types: single-slope, gable, or hip
🔺 Wall options: open, partial, or fully enclosed with ballistic-rated glass and steel
🔺 Integrated lighting, electrical, and HVAC systems
🔺 ADA-compliant access and security integration
Whether you need a single-lane turnstile canopy or a multi-unit shelter system, our team can design to your exact specifications.
Benefits of a Turnstile Shelter
Protecting your facility’s entry points with a turnstile shelter extends the life of your equipment and helps maintain a secure perimeter. Here’s how:
🔺 Weather Resistance – Shields turnstiles and ID devices from rain, snow, and UV exposure
🔺 Operational Continuity – Ensures your access control hardware functions in all seasons
🔺 Physical Security – Deters unauthorized entry with optional full-height barriers
🔺 Customization Flexibility – Tailored to your site layout and security protocols
🔺 Fast Installation – Delivered fully assembled or panelized for minimal downtime
Applications of Turnstile Shelters
🔺 Industrial and manufacturing facility entrances
🔺 Secure government and military installations
🔺 Stadiums, arenas, and event venues
🔺 Data centers and high-security corporate campuses
🔺 Transportation hubs and infrastructure sites
🔺 Construction site access control points
🔺 Warehousing and distribution center employee checkpoints
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FAQs: Turnstile Shelters
Q: How is a turnstile shelter installed?
A: Smaller welded shelters arrive fully assembled and only need to be off-loaded and anchored. Larger panelized canopies are assembled on-site with detailed installation instructions.
Q: Can I integrate biometric or keycard access into the shelter?
A: Yes, our shelters can be outfitted with access control devices, wiring, lighting, and weatherproof housing for electronic components.
Q: Do you offer shelters with ballistic or blast resistance?
A: Absolutely. We can design shelters using ballistic-rated materials for high-security applications.
Q: Are these shelters compliant with building codes?
A: Yes. All Panel Built structures are engineered to meet local and state building codes, including ADA compliance if required.
Q: What sizes are available?
A: Turnstile shelters are fully custom and can accommodate any number of turnstile lanes or access points.