How to choose a security barrier for your premises

First, assess your space

It’s essential to assess the area where you want to place the barrier carefully before you choose a model to see what size boom (the arm that rises and falls) you need. At Gate Auto, we offer barriers that can accommodate a variety of boom sizes, enabling you to select the appropriate length as per your space requirements. If the boom size you need is not available, we suggest opting for a slightly longer one, which can be easily trimmed down to your desired length. Our team of experts can also assist you with the installation process, making it as seamless as possible.

How often do you plan to use your barrier?

When selecting a barrier, you need a good idea of how frequently it will be used so you can choose a model that can withstand the amount of use you require. For instance, if you are looking for a barrier for a car park that you know is going to be consistently used throughout the day, the Beninca 7m EVA7 24v or Roger Barrier 36v BRUSHLESS Bionik 4m Kit (Bi/004HPGO) would be ideal choices because they’re both rated for intensive use, which means you won’t have to worry about them overheating or short-circuiting from overuse.

Consider your budget

Before you purchase your security barrier, consider the parameters of your budget. Each of our security barriers here at Gate Auto are reliable and robust, so you’ll always receive a fantastic product. Still, the price does vary between the models we have based on specific features, like the length of the boom, the type of closing mechanism, the motor type, the frequency in which it is designed to be used, and the control unit and ambient conditions, to name a few.

Each of our barriers is designed with specific features that make them unique and tailored to particular environments. Generally, the more challenging the environment, the higher the cost of the barrier. However, these barriers are long-term investments. Choosing a cheaper barrier that isn’t best suited for the environment may result in the need for frequent repairs or even replacements, which, in the end, will cost more money.

If you need help choosing the ideal barrier for your premises or you’re looking to couple it up with your electric gate kit for an extra security boost, our team will be more than happy to help you through the process; just give us a call at 01282 677 300!

At Gate Auto, our electric security barriers are versatile security solutions. They’re perfect whether you need them for your company car park, a bustling shopping centre, the entrance to your office building, or your private property. They offer effective traffic and access control, providing you with the peace of mind you need to ensure the safety of your business or residential property.