ESD turnstile

ESD turnstile is a kind of antistatic device that integrates ESD tester with turnstile gate, allowing individuals to conduct ESD testing and access verification before entering ESD protected area.^[1][2]

An ESD turnstile can be configured to enforce ESD testing for wrist strap only, shoes only or both wrist strap and shoes. By integrating ESD testing functionality with access control mechanisms such as RFID card, facial recognition system, fingerprint scanner, QR code scanner and others, the ESD turnstile prevents unauthorized entry of individuals who have not undergone the necessary ESD testing procedures.^[3]

ESD turnstiles find application in environments where electrostatic discharge control is critical to prevent damage to sensitive electronic equipment or components. Some common applications of ESD turnstiles include: manufacturing facilities, research and development Labs, data centers, warehouses and distribution centers, and semiconductor cleanroom.^[3]

From a compliance and quality assurance perspective, companies operating in industries sensitive to electrostatic discharge are often required to adhere to stringent ESD control standards and regulations, such as the ANSI/ESD S20.20 standard.^[4] ESD turnstiles provide a reliable means of ensuring compliance with these standards by enforcing ESD testing before access, thus contributing to quality assurance in the production process.

From a security perspective, they enhance overall security by ensuring that only properly tested and authorized personnel can access ESD-protected areas, reducing the potential for sabotage, theft, or tampering with sensitive equipment.

Additionally, the real-time human body electrostatic test records generated by ESD turnstiles contribute to process control and traceability by providing valuable data on the electrostatic discharge levels of personnel. This information can be utilized for continuous improvement initiatives, ESD risk assessment, and root cause analysis in the event of ESD-related issues.^[5]

• Electrostatic discharge
• Turnstile