Queue Barriers Buyer’s Guide

Queue barrier systems are useful in a variety of different environments in order to manage queues and ensure effective crowd control.

However, if you’ve never had to buy a queue barrier system before, it can be a little daunting. That’s why we’ve put together this handy queue barrier system buyer’s guide to help you make the right choice!

Contents

• What is a queue barrier?

• Why use a queue barrier?

• Types of queue barrier

• What to look for in a queue barrier system?

• Ideal Uses of Queue Systems

• Which supplier should I choose for my queue barriers?

What is a Queue Barrier System?

Queue barriers can help you direct visitors into an orderly queue or enclosed when needed.

They are often used in shops, restaurants, cafés and at various events – with indoor and outdoor versions available.

What other names are there for queue barriers?

• Queue Management Systems
• Retractable Queue Barriers
• Display Barriers
• Crowd Control Barriers
• Queue Rails
• Post & Rope Barriers

Why use queue barriers?

Queue barriers are seen in a huge variety of locations – from red carpet award ceremonies to building sites. But why are they so popular and what are their primary uses?

Control Visitor Flow & Keep Them Safe

Knowing where to queue is not always as straightforward for customers as you might think, so a queue barrier can help them navigate the store more easily.

If you want to alert visitors to a hazard on your premises – such as wet floors or an area undergoing maintenance work – a highly-visible safety queue barrier is a great way to cordon off dangerous areas.

Create Privacy

Whether to create a VIP area in a nightclub or an outdoor dining area in a café, a queue barrier can also be used to create privacy for customers in your establishment.

Café barriers are always popular for creating privacy in pubs, restaurants and cafes. These display systems combine printed banners with queue barrier rails for added branding and privacy for customers.

Add Cross-Sell Opportunities

The queueing area within a retail space is a great opportunity to cross-sell to the customer – usually with lower-cost ‘impulse’ buys like snacks or accessories.

With many queue systems there are opportunities to add racking or display bowls to promote certain products to passers-by and increase the order value for your store.

Types of Queue Barrier

What to look for in a queue barrier system?

There are many different features you need to know about when searching for a queue barrier system, with a wide variety of quality and functionality which can make or break your purchase. Here are three of the most important things to look out for:

Belt Length

When buying a queue barrier, belt length is one of the most important factors. Some queue barriers come with extra-long belts, which lessens the number of posts you require. Look out for queue barrier systems with belt lengths over 3m for added value. The industry standard is 2.3m.

Base Weight

Queue systems can be knocked easily by customers so it’s important they have a heavy base in order to remain in place.This is especially important for outdoor barriers, which can be blown around by the wind if they’re lightweight.

Connections & Release Mechanism

Ideally you need a 4-way connection on the post to create a range of different configurations as needed.It is also beneficial if the systems feature a slow-retract braking system, meaning the belts retract slowly rather than snap shut, potentially causing damage to the belt end.

Ideal Uses of Queue Systems

Queue barrier systems are seen in a wide variety of locations, here are some of the most popular uses:

• Queue system in retail stores
• Christmas markets
• Cinema queues
• Nightclub queues
• Museum management
• Christmas fairs
• Building Site Management
• Airport queues
• Smoking area outside pub, nightclub, restaurant or cafe
• Many, many more…

To find out more about queue barriers or to discuss any other display equipment, please view our website or contact us today!