Dept of Environment Affairs – 2014
Turnstar’s Speedgate Express complements the Department of Environmental Affairs’ new green facilities Very aptly, the new Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) head office in Pretoria is the first government building to receive a 6 Star Green Star SA rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA). The 30 654 m2 building was constructed over […]
takealot.com – 2014
Turnstiles for takealot.com takealot.com’s mission is to be the most customer-centric online shopping destination in Africa. The company is built around the simple concept that the customer comes first. This means that its success hinges on its ability to ensure that customers receive superior customer service. Employees are trained to promptly and positively react to […]
Now that’s Charisma!
The recently launched Turnstar Charisma half height glass turnstile has created quite a stir amongst architects & designers and looks set to be the access control product of choice for a number of head offices around South Africa. On a technical level, the Charisma is manufactured from a 304 grade brushed stainless steel tube (170mm […]
Swakopmund Uranium Mine chooses Turnstar
Swakopmund Uranium mine in Namibia recently purchased 15 TRIUMPH single turnstiles in order to control access into the plant. The mine, which is still under construction, required a portable access control solution which could handle up to 10 000 workers per day. Turnstar was chosen due to our long track record in providing turnstiles which […]
Turnstar speedgates installed at leading SA Bank
The Turnstar Speedgate Express was recently chosen and installed at the new regional head office of a leading SA retail and investment bank in Constantia Kloof, Johannesburg. Seven lanes in total, including a 900mm wide wheelchair access lane, were installed at the main entrance and are being used to control employee and visitor access into […]
Turnstar selected for Virgin Active Red
Turnstar recently received the go-ahead and order for the supply of physical access control for the multimillion Rand, Virgin Active Red in Brackenfell, Cape Town. Turnstar has a long history with Virgin Active and has supplied hundreds of turnstiles and gates to health clubs situated throughout Southern Africa. Two TRIDENT single turnstiles (one for entry, […]
Speedgate Kinetic a cut above the rest
The Turnstar Speedgate KINETIC has created quite a stir in the past few months and garnered a lot of attention at this years recent IFSEC exhibition. Is it the unique lines of the design or the expert craftsmanship of the stainless steel cabinet? Whatever your taste, this speedgate is packed with excellent features which make […]
Hydraulic bollards for BTV in Gabarone
Turnstar recently received the order for the supply of 8 high security bollards for the broadcasting and office premises of BTV. BTV is Botswana’s main and premier broadcaster providing a mix of news, entertainment and sport to the Botswana people. Each of the four entrances and exits to the premises are to be fitted with […]
Revolving door for Vaal University
Offering qualifications in Computer Science, Management Science, Human Sciences, Engineering and Technology, the Vaal University of Technology is one of Africa’s leading academy of learning. VUT has two state of the art campuses, one in Vanderbijlpark, the other in Secunda. Both of which have recently undergone multimillion rand upgrades. The Vanderbijlpark campus which is situated […]
Turnstar exhibiting at IFSEC
Turnstar will be exhibiting at IFSEC Johannesburg from 13-15 May. The exhibition which is the largest security exhibition of its kind in Africa is a great forum to meet with customers and to launch new products. A number of new products will be introduced at this years exhibition, including the SPEEDGATE SECURE, SHIELD road blocker […]
First turnstile ever in Guernsey!
The island of Guernsey’s famous ‘Jan’s fitness studio and private gym‘ recently purchased an industrial turnstile from Turnstar to secure and control access to the facility. The gym is based in Guernsey, an island between Britain and France, which is a possession of the British crown. The turnstile is to be used to control access […]
Streamline Turnstiles for Sepon Gold in Laos
Lane Xang Minerals Limited (LXML) recently added two STREAMLINE waist height turnstiles to their existing six units at the Sepon Gold Mine in Laos. The existing turnstiles were supplied approximately 4 years ago and have provided great service. The gold mine processes approximately 1.2 million ounces per annum and is one of the largest gold […]
Speedgates for Allan Gray
A big thanks goes out to our customer in Cape Town, Frost International, who recently installed four speedgate express lanes. Allan Gray is one of Africa’s largest privately owned investment management companies and was established in 1974. The new office building, situated in Silo Square at the prestigious V&A Waterfront in Cape Town represents an […]
Devonport Military Base – New Zealand
Turnstar recently received an order for a 5.5m long TRAFFIC MASTER vehicle barrier for the securing of the main entrance gate of the Devonport Military Base in New Zealand. The Military Base in home to the Royal New Zealand Navy. We are delighted to provide an additional level of security to such a prestigious client. […]
Turnstile for Maungatautari Forestry Reserve
Turnstar recently supplied a turnstile and special needs gate to the Maugatautari Ecological Island and Forestry Reserve. Mangataurtari is located in the Waikato region in the central North Island of New Zealand. It is the largest ecological island on the mainland New Zealand and covers over 3 400 hectares of land protected by 47kms of […]
Why choose a stainless steel turnstile?
Stainless steel offers a great finish for your industrial turnstile, however, what are the benefits that justify the additional cost? Stainless steel offers high levels of corrosion resistance especially in chloride bearing environments such as coastal regions. This property provides a great functional benefit especially in regions/areas where galvanised mild steel has failed. Turnstar offers […]
Speedgates for Ghana Ports Authority
The speedgates express was recently chosen by the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority for the securing of an existing operations building and new central administration building. The GPHA is a public organisation which is tasked with building, operating and maintaining seaports in Ghana. The Tema and Tokoradi ports have undergone extensive modernisation and currently handle […]
Bollards for Pretoria Embassy – 2014
Turnstar Guardian automatic hydraulic bollards heighten security at Embassy facility The safety of embassy employees and visitors is critical. High profile ministers and VIPs are frequent visitors to embassies and their safety and security are considered to be of primary concern. In an effort to increase security levels in its access control system, an embassy […]
GUARDIAN bollard offers true peace of mind
Turnstar offers a full range of bollards for the African and Middle Eastern markets. The bollards are available in either FE steel with a powder coated finish or alternatively in brushed stainless steel. Urban use bollards (127mm diameter) up to anti-terror high security bollards (275mm diameter) are available. The K12 rated bollard is truly a […]
Speedgate Kinetic at Libridge
Libridge is a prestigious building located in Braamfontein, Johannesburg and belongs to Liberty, an icon of the South African insurance (and nowadays property) business. The multistory building recently underwent a massive modernisation upgrade and all of the fourteen floors and 10 elevators were refurbished. Turnstar was chosen to provide a 2.4m manual revolving door at […]