Access Control · Guide

Where to Put the Detector at Your Entrance

A good spot is the difference between smooth and stuck.

Who can open which door in your building today, and how would you know?

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In this guide you will see:
  • A clear metre on each side
  • Keep from large metal and wiring
  • A well-lit lane, so guests see it
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-19Updated 2026-10-192 min read
On this page01. The short version02. Four things to know03. Before and after04. In stock now05. Get a free survey06. FAQ
Where to Put the Detector at Your Entrance: illustration
Quick answer

A good spot is the difference between smooth and stuck. A walk-through metal detector checks each guest in about a second.

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Key takeaways

  • A clear metre on each side
  • Keep from large metal and wiring
  • A well-lit lane, so guests see it
  • Within view of a camera

01The short version

Walk the entrance ~ with the managerMark the lane ~ tape on the floorKeep metal away ~ doors, desks, shelvesAdd a wand table ~ beside the arch
Where to Put the Detector at Your Entrance

02Four things to know

SpaceA clear metre on each side
DistanceKeep from large metal and wiring
LightA well-lit lane, so guests see it
CameraWithin view of a camera

03Before and after

Before

Arch jammed beside the door
Metal shelves cause false alarms
Guests bunch up

After

Arch set back in a marked lane
Quiet, stable readings
Guests flow in a line
An entrance with controlled access

04In stock now

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05Get a free survey

When to call a professionalTell us about your site. We survey for free, quote in writing, then supply, install, configure and train. See the price guide. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.

06Frequently asked questions

How much space does it need?

A clear lane and a metre or so either side. We measure on the survey.

Can it go right at the door?

Not usually. Set it back so a line can form inside, not outside.

What happens in a power cut?

Many models have a built-in battery, and a small UPS covers the rest. We confirm backup on the survey.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

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