Year: 2019

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When making the decision whether or not to use electric gate openers, there are some common fears and misconceptions that arise. This is totally understandable and we can help you to overturn the concerns and ease your mind about your potential purchase! Can I install an electric gate opener myself? You may be a very competent DIY person or have previously dabbled in some electrical work, but, electric gate opener installation needs to be entrusted to a professional pair of hands. Just as you wouldn't get a greengrocer to sort out your bathroom plumbing, you wouldn't use a normal electrician to install your

1. Avoid costly future repairs and breakdown call outs

All electric gate kits are comprised of moving parts which, just like your car, need attention from time to time to keep them running efficiently and reliably. Having your electric gate kit serviced will allow an engineer to assess any damage or wear and tear before it becomes an issue. Parts and emergency call outs can be expensive so it is best to catch problems before they occur. In addition to checking the moving parts, batteries need replacing in items such as safety edge transmitters and wireless photocells. If batteries die in either

We have talked in previous editions about the various different types of electric gate motors for swing gates such as ram arms, articulated arms and also the very popular underground motors. In this article we will focus on the pros and cons of installing underground electric gate kits to help you determine if this is the type of gate automation that is going to be the best for you.

Pros

Nearly invisible This is one of the main reasons that make underground gate automation so very popular. Because the motors are buried under the ground, enclosed in boxes; all that is visible is the

Prior to having your gates automated, you should commission a professional gate installer to conduct an on-site risk assessment for you to make sure that your electric gates are going to operate safely. There have been numerous deaths caused by incorrectly installed electric gate kits so it really is important to protect yourself and others by taking all necessary precautions.

What is an electric gate risk assessment?

A risk assessment for electric gate installation is the primary step in automating your gates. Before deciding what electric kit you will need to suit your gate, you will also need a thorough idea of

The British weather can leave something to be desired at times so it stands to reason that on occasion it may have an impact on your electric gate openers! Every season brings a new set of conditions and each of these has the possibility of causing an issue with your electric gate kit. These are all easily rectifiable issues that once you are aware of and know what to look out for, can be solved quickly & easily by even the most inexperienced DIY person.  

Snow & Ice

As pretty as a dusting of snow can be in winter, it can cause your

What is a Ground Loop used for on electric gate openers and how does it work its magic?

A ground loop is a fantastic addition to your standard electric gate kit and is the perfect way to achieve keyless entry or exit from your home, office or community gates. Using induction cable, laid in a figure of 8 formation beneath the driveway surface, the cable detects the presence of vehicles above it magnetically and sends a signal to the control panel, via a ground loop detector to open the electric gates. You will have noticed small tar lines in the road at traffic

Electric gate openers provide the perfect convenience for your home, communal car parks, gated communities, offices and commercial premises; but whilst you can use your zapper to command your electric gate motors to open, how do you deal with visitor access? Often when installing electric gate kits on to properties, the access control is overlooked at the planning stage so it’s sometimes only after the installation that decisions are made as to more convenient alternatives when certain scenarios crop up or become a source of irritation. However, it isn’t an issue to add devices at a later date as all access

here’s no shortage of DIY jobs you can easily complete at home. Screwing in a lightbulb, fixing the toilet or installing a shelf are all pretty easy as long as you’ve got some initiative, a can-do attitude and maybe a bit of help from the internet. Unfortunately, installing your gate automation kit is one of those jobs that definitely doesn’t fit into that category. Even if you’ve got significant DIY experience under your belt, it’s always best to consult an expert when it comes to electric gate kits. Here are some of the key reasons why!

The complex equipment and