
What are automatic sliding gates?
As the name suggests, this kind of gate is one that slides back and forth automatically, to allow or prevent individuals, vehicles or objects from entering or exiting a certain property. These gates are usually powered by an electric motor, and with our new solar powered motors we are now green. They can be controlled with a simple push or switch of a button attached to the gate’s guard house or to use from your car upon entrance. These gates complete the look of any large estate, and provide a considerable amount of protection to any property if properly installed.
This type of gate can also be installed inside the estate itself on the garage door, entrance or side gates. There are large and small sliding gates that can be customized to suit all kinds of purposes. By and large however, this type of gate is used in industrial facilities and power plants. Nowadays, you can purchase automatic sliding gate kits, but without the experience to install them can lead to problems down the track.
Depending on the preference of the home owner or the builder, automatic sliding gates can be made with wood, aluminium, steel or other sheets of galvanized metal. There are even some automatic sliding gates that have been ingeniously cast in wrought iron.
These are the perfect solution for your driveway, being commercial or residential. Custom designing your gate is not a problem with our in house team of designers we can design the driveway entrance to suit any architecturally designed house, creating the perfect combination of style and elegance
What are the advantages of automatic sliding gates?
The first advantage of automatic sliding gates is that they provide safety and protection. They are strong enough to keep unwanted personnel and vehicles out of any property, in as much as they are sturdy enough to withstand certain natural disasters. Indeed, having this kind of gate on any property, be it industrial or residential, will certainly add a measure of peace to the owners.
Another advantage of automatic sliding gates is convenience. Other gates are especially difficult to install. They need engineers or specific craftsmen to get the job done. On the other hand, this kind of gate requires very little technical expertise to operate and maintain. They are easily customisable for most gate and protection needs. They also come in different designs and can be made with a variety of quality materials.
Also, considering that this type of gate relies on electricity to work, individuals thinking about installing this kind of gate on their property will have to take note of how much energy the gate consumes when it opens and closes. We now have the solar powered gates systems that will reduce the cost of electricity to your gate system, helping to sustain the environment.
Overall, automatic sliding gates are best suited for large properties or industrial or commercial areas. We also offer custom made gates to suit any type of design feature.
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