Any large gathering at festivals, special religious days, or protests can benefit from having the proper crowd control barriers. They are very effective at handling the crowds and significantly increase the level of safety. There are many different barriers with each having a different use and type of control purpose.
Here are a few of the most popular types of crowd control barriers:
Stanchion Barrier
A simple form of crowd control is the stanchion barrier. This consists of upright posts and thick ropes which are very easy to set up. This type of control method is practical for the red-carpet and business-type events. They are well made and efficient, and the posts and ropes can be color coded to perfectly match the hosted event.
Retractable
The retractable barriers are a short-term solution to crowd control and are easily installed in a hurry. This barrier has multiple poles that are connected together using a strong belt like material. It is a practical choice for the business or temporary event that doesn’t normally need a more permanent barrier in place. Plus, it is a useful option to help contain the quite large gathering of people.
Steel
The most robust type of barrier is those manufactured in steel. They are very heavy and multiple pieces interlock together to provide a solid crowd control option. A great benefit of this type of interlocking fence is the low risk of falling over and ability to hold back the larger gatherings. This barrier is a practical choice for the events that have hundreds or thousands of people attending.
Temporary fencing
The temporary fencing is a lightweight option and mostly made in a hard-wearing plastic material. This type of barrier is easily color-coded to match the venue or theme of the occasion. This barrier is really easy to set up and taken down and hauled away when not in use.
Rail systems
The rail systems are a practical choice to direct crowds or queues in lines for the retail outlet. Most of the rail systems rely on horizontal tubing to connect each of the rails. The rails come in many different materials with steel and plastic the most popular choices.
Collapsible
The collapsible barrier is a versatile option and comes in a wide range of sizes and gives complete ease in setting up and storing. They are mostly used to block areas like doorways that have been declared as off-limits. The barrier is designed to easily expand to match the desired width. This type of barrier is a popular choice for stores or small venues.