Materials such as stanchions, crowd control barriers, fences and decals painted on the ground can be used to direct a crowd. Keeping the crowd comfortable and relaxed is also essential.These crowd control products are used in several industries and many places, such as: Bars, clubs, banks, railway stations, bus stations, airports, government offices, theaters, theme parks, retail stores, tourist attractions, stadiums and sports venues, festivals, concerts, casinos, parking garages, cruise ships and museums or galleries.

Common types of crowd control products include retractable belt systems (which incorporate a stanchion post and the retractable tape) and wall mount systems (also incorporating a retractable belt but are surface mounted). Post and rope systems are also popular, especially in banks and theaters where they want the more distinguished look that a velour or colored hanging rope gives.