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Best Extras for Electric Gate Systems

admin 18/10/2019 1

A standard gate automation kit comes with gate motors - one for a sliding gate, two for swing gates (one if it is a single leaf kit) - a control panel and receiver, two remote transmitters and two saf...

Winter Gate Automation Maintenance

admin 15/10/2019 0

Gate motors work hard to open and close large, often heavy gates at the push of a button. But during winter months they often have to work a bit harder still. An understanding of the specific issues i...

Benefits of Ram Motors for Gate Automation

admin 01/10/2019 0

Ram motors are a type of motor used to automate swing gates. They can be chosen as an alternative to articulated arm motors, underground motors or in-post motors. There are several reasons why a ram m...

How to Maintain a Steel Gate

admin 25/09/2019 0

Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. It is used widely as a significant component in the modern world due to its high tensile strength and low cost. The low cost also relates to the making, forming a...

Are Magnetic Gate Locks Secure?

admin 23/09/2019 0

There are several reasons why someone might choose to install an automated gate system. Included in the benefits is that the gates can provide an increased security element. Electric gates can act as ...

What is an Automatic Gate?

admin 13/09/2019 0

Automated gates can also be known as electric gates or, and the terms can be applied to any gate that is opened and closed using an electronically controlled mechanism. Various types of mechanism are ...

Why it’s Important to Choose the Right Gate Installer

admin 30/08/2019 1

Automated gate technology is rising in popularity; one estimate is that up to 300,000 new gates are being installed yearly. Electric gates are used in a variety of locations including commercial prope...

5 Benefits of Bi-Parting Sliding Gates

admin 28/08/2019 0

When choosing the type of electric gates most suited to your unique needs, it’s important to consider the space you have and how you will use your gates. Bi-Parting gates are similar to a standard sli...

3 Benefits of Underground Gate Automation

admin 27/08/2019 0

Once you’ve made the decision to install an automated gate system, you may find yourself faced with an extensive range of options. Electric gates come in all shapes with a huge variety of different mo...

How Often Should Automatic Gates be Serviced?

admin 21/08/2019 0

An automated gate system can be a fantastic investment for your home or business and the lifespan of your electric gate can reach 20 years or more if well maintained. As with other machinery, regular ...

Things to Consider When Choosing an Automatic Gate

admin 01/08/2019 5

An automated gate system can be a worthy and reliable investment. Increased security and property value are among the many benefits these gates can bring. You may already be thinking about installing ...

Types of Access Control Systems for an Automated Gate

admin 26/07/2019 0

One of the benefits of an automated gate system is increased security. This benefit is partly due to an access control system. By having control over who can access your property through the gates, yo...

Why a Remote Control Gate is a Great Home Investment

admin 25/07/2019 0

If you are a homeowner, you may be interested in the importance of investing in your home for the future. There are many ways in which this can be achieved. For example, you may consider a loft conver...

How Strong are Aluminium Gates?

admin 09/07/2019 0

Aluminium is a popular choice when it comes to automated gates and there are several reasons why. In this article, we look at the strength of aluminium and the pros and cons of choosing it for your el...

Why Electric Gates Are Great For Your Business

ducardjoe 01/07/2019 0

If you are considering installing electric gates for your business, you may be wondering if the cost is worth it. With several benefits to adding an automated gate system, we are taking a closer look ...