What is the sliding gate for? Surely to make your life easier. Follow this guide to better understand the advantages and operating mechanism of an automatic gate to make your choice.
Sliding gate what you need: everything you need to know
The automatic gate is absolutely convenient, with a single click you start the motor and your gate leaf will open to allow you to enter or exit your property.
Forget the inconvenience of getting out of the car in rain, wind and snow because you can operate it comfortably inside your car or your home.
The motor for automatic gates is positioned both underground and outside, close to the gate leaf or leaves depending on the type, and thanks to its power it allows the gate to be opened and closed.
In addition to the electric motor, the automatic gate system includes photocells which are essential to detect the presence of people, animals or objects for safety, and a flashing light to signal that the gate is in motion.
Automatic gates: types and characteristics
If you have decided to install an automatic gate, the next choice concerns the type of gate that best suits your needs.
Automatic gates are divided into two types:
- The automatic sliding gate that has a track on which a single large leaf moves;
- The automatic swing gate that has one or two leaves that open towards the inside or outside of the residence.
Now first you have to evaluate the space available to you, a sliding gate takes up less space for opening and closing the single leaf but requires some lateral space, unlike the swing gate which can have one or two leaves and open. to the outside or inside of your property.
Secondly, it is important to evaluate the transit space you need, in a business context where there is the passage of large vehicles, certainly the best solution is a sliding gate compared to the swing gate which is more suitable for private houses or residential complexes.
The third point is the frequency of use, i.e. how many times the gate is operated during the day. If the gate is opened and closed very frequently, it will need a motor with greater power and resistance to support the load.
The hydraulic automatic gate is the most suitable for condominiums and industrial and commercial buildings because it is the most resistant to wear over time and has greater power.
So, how much does an automatic gate cost?
After having made all the necessary considerations and understanding what the sliding gate is for, it is possible to stipulate a range of costs for each automatic gate.
Automating a gate requires a cost ranging from € 300 to € 500 for gates up to 500 kg and from € 800 to € 1200 for larger and heavier gates.
All the basic accessories such as remote control, photocells, electrical control panels and the cost of installing the gate and the procedures required by law must be added to the price of the gate motor to ensure compliance.
Gate automation: choose the quality of VDS Automation
To choose the automation for the gate and to get all the details you need on automatic gates, contact our VDS Automation service center, call 085 4971946 or send an e-mail to info@vdsautomation.com.
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