Sliding Gates Construction And Design
Typically used in commercial applications, sliding gates are also an excellent choice for residential gate automation systems where driveway grade or size limitation is a factor. Because sliding gates are much more difficult to force open, they offer added security and can be made from a number of popular materials, including steel, aluminium and timber.
A sliding gate for large openings is also a good choice if you are looking for a cost-effective gate automation system, since there is only a single motor needed for sliding gate operation. With a sliding gate, you also have a choice of installing a tracked or cantilever automation system. A Brisbane Automatic Gate Systems technician can assist you in choosing the best sliding gate solution for your home or business.
Sliding gates usually have a single door, which runs on a track with a ratchet.
They require a long and narrow space for the gate to slide along during the opening and closing phases. This type of gate is the ideal protection for wide entrances, entrances placed uphill or wherever the space inside the property is not sufficient to enable the opening of swing gates.
Whenever you have to choose the ideal motorization you need to consider the weight and, when necessary, the length of the door.
They are equipped with sensitive edges for maximum safety during the closing phase: the anti-crushing/obstacle detection function stops and reverses the movement of the gate in case its movement is blocked, thus avoiding damage to people and objects.
