How is each brand different?

All five of the manufacturers that we carry offer high-quality products and incredible values. There are a few key differences, highlighted in these charts:

Retractable Belt Systems by Manufacturer

Product Line	Tensabarrier by Lawrence	Beltrac by Lavi	Retracta-Belt by Visiontron	Retractable Belt Barriers by QueueWay	QueueMaster by Queue Solutions
Base	Heavy cast iron base with a pressed steel cover available in all metals and finishes	Weighted steel base with a decorative plastic or steel cover plate Built-in rubber floor protector	Heavy 18 lbs. cast iron baseweight with built-in rubber floor protector Heavy 30 lbs. cast iron baseweight available Scuff proof ABS black base coverSteel, Stainless Steel or Brass cover available in over 200 colors and finishes options	Full weight base for maximum stability Built-in, full circumference rubber floor protector	Weighted base with high impact resistant, non scuff ABS base cover Built-in, full circumference rubber floor protector
Post	A large variety of heavy-duty post designs are available Most are made of stainless steel, brass or aluminum (metal varies by post) All posts are available in a full range of colors & finishes	Made of solid steel, stainless steel, brass and aluminum Available in a variety of designs, colors & finishes Stainless steel posts are 304 alloy that are superior in resisting rust than competitors stainless steel with 201 alloy	Heavy gauge construction utilizing, aluminum, steel, stainless steel or solid brass materials Available in over 200 colors and finish options Built-in adapter for sign frames and other accessories Stainless Steel hardware used throughout to eliminate rust potential High Impact Polycarbonate Material is used to greatly increase durability	Made of heavy gauge steel that won't scratch or dent Available with a powdered coat or stainless steel finish Suitable for indoor or outdoor use	Heavy duty stainless steel construction for maximum dent & scratch resistance Available in over 30 colors and finish options to match any decor
Belt	Durable polyester belt with a fine weave Available in a variety of colors Anti-tamper belt clip Patented centrifugal braking system with twin brake shoes	Available in several colors Extend from 0 to 7' or 13' (depending on your post) Slow retract mechanism Built-in 4-way adapter Beltloc automatic locking	Durable polyester belt that prevents the belt from flopping on longer lengths Only company to provide full length 10' belt as standard 30' belt provides the longest post belt length in the industry 26 belt colors as standard plus custom printing E-Z Back mechanism for slow retraction Built-in 3-way receptacle Built-in manual locking clip	Made of heavy duty woven polyester Extends from 0 to 7'6" Braking mechanism for slow, safe retraction Locking belt end to prevent accidental release	Heavy duty, close weave nylon belt will last the life of the post Full length 7‘6" belt as standard Belt lock to prevent accidental belt release caused by customers
Integration	Lawrence products should be used with other Lawrence products and are not compatible with other crowd control brands	Universal belt clip allows integration with all other domestic manufacturer units, however stanchion heights may vary	Universal belt clip allows integration with all other domestic manufacturer units	QueueWay products should be used with other QueueWay products and are not compatible with other crowd control brands	Queue Solutions Universal belt clip allows integration with all other domestic manufacturer units
Assembly	Shipped in two pieces; post and base Easily assembled by screwing the post into the base	Shipped in two pieces; post and base Easily assembled with a simple twist of a key (included) Once assembled, post becomes permanently affixed to base and should not be unassembled	Shipped in two pieces Post screws into baseweight by hand, no tools required	Flat packed, 2 stanchions per box Easily assembled by screwing the post into the base, no tools required	Flat packed, 2 stanchions per box Simple assembly, no tools required
Signage	Signs and sign frames are available from Lawrence and attach easily with an adapter (sold separately)	Sign frames are available in a variety of designs and snap right into the top of you post - no adapter necessary	Built-in adapter to accept sign frames	Signs and sign frames are available and attach easily with an included adapter	Sign frames are supplied with a post top adapter which simply slips over the top of the post and gives a firm fit
Warranty	Standard 5 year post warranty	Standard 5 year post warranty 3 year mechanism warranty	Standard 10 year manufacturers warranty	Standard 2 year manufacturer's warranty on all parts	Standard 3 year manufacturer's warranty

Post and Rope Systems by Manufacturer

Product Line	Post & Rope by Lawrence	Post & Rope by Lavi	Post & Rope by Visiontron	Post & Rope by Queue Solutions
Base	Heavy cast iron base with a pressed steel cover available in all metals and finishes	Cast steel base Built-in rubber floor protector Available in a variety of styles	Heavy 18 lbs. cast iron baseweight with built-in floor protector Heavy 18 lbs. cast iron baseweight with built-in floor protector Base designs vary by post	Full circumference rubber floor protector, protects floors from scuffing Traditional dome base gives an elegant look.
Post	Most are made of stainless steel, brass or aluminum (metal varies by post) All posts are available in a full range of finishes	Made of stainless steel or brass, depending on the post Available in a variety of styles and finishes Classic architectural styles Steel inner sleeve for superior durability	Heavy gauge construction utilizing, aluminum, steel, stainless steel, brass plated steel or solid brass materials Durable tie-rod construction Available in over 200 colors and finish options	Heavy duty stainless steel construction for maximum dent & scratch resistance Available in over 30 colors and finish options to match any decor.
Rope	Sold separately Available in several colors and lengths Choose from naugahyde, velour, poly hemp, twisted, braided or tweed ropes Choose rope hook ends or snap ends in the finish of your choice	Sold separately Available in several colors and lengths Choose from foam core, velvet velour, braided, tweed or vinyl ropes Rope hook ends and snap ends sold separately	"Queue-In-A-Box" kits are available, others are sold separately Made with heavy cotton core and covered with velour or durable naugahyde. Also available in braided polypropylene for outdoor use Snap ends available in over 200 colors and finish options Available in a variety of lengths	Sold separately Heavy duty cotton core construction of this rope provides smooth elegant drape between posts Snap ends available in Polished & Satin Chrome, Polished & Satin Brass, Satin Black Available in a variety of lengths
Integration	Lawrence ropes are universal and can be used with any Post and Rope stanchion	Stanchions are equipped with a universal ring to accept most any rope from any direction Lavi ropes are universal and can be used with any Post and Rope stanchion	Stanchions are equipped with a universal ring to accept most any rope from any direction Visiontron ropes are universal and can be used with any Post and Rope stanchion	Queue Solutions' ropes are universal and can be used with any Post and Rope stanchion
Assembly	Shipped knocked down in two pieces; post and base Easy assembly required	Shipped in one piece assembled (post permanently attached to base)	Some models shipped knocked down in two pieces; post and base, others shipped in one piece assembled Post screws into baseweight by hand, not tools required	Shipped knocked down in two pieces; post and base Easy assembly required
Signage	Signs and sign frames are available from Lawrence and attach easily with an adapter (sold separately)	Removable finial allows certain posts to accept Lavi Radius Corner Sign Frames	Frames for the Urn and Flat Top conventional posts screw directly into the top of the post (specify when ordering)	Frames for the Crown and Flat Top rope barriers screw directly into the top of the post (note: frames cannot be fitted to the Ball Top post).
Warranty	Standard 5 year post warranty	Standard 1 year post warranty (Beltrac Tempest only) 1 year mechanism warranty (Beltrac Tempest only)	Standard 10 year manufacturers warranty	Standard 3 year manufacturer's warranty