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Blogs
Automation blogs
Reasons for gate failure
Gate control has changed over 30 years. Gates are now required to be safe. So how does the gate know where or when to stop? We try to explain the techniques and advantages.
Motor types
Why are there so many motor types used in gate automation? Confused? We try to explain the differences and advantages of each gate motor type.
Gate run limits
Gate control has changed over 30 years. Gates are now required to be safe. So how does the gate know where or when to stop? We try to explain the techniques and advantages.
RCD's for electric gates
RCD protection on electric gates can cause problems. What measures can you take to help?
Cantilever gate calculator
Benefits of cantilever gates and the calculation of forces
Safety blogs
Categories of behavior
Gate automation safety relies on the design of safety components. We take a look at the categories of behavior of equipment.
Gate safety
A gate is a machine built on site. Every one is different. They all need to be declared 'safe' by the installer. They all need a manual.
Force testing
Limiting the force a gate can apply to within the safety limit is one way to ensure the gate complies. How do you test thae force, and what are the limites?
The law and the machine
An automated gate is a bespoke machine built on site.
The law requires all machines to be safe, including your gate.
Home & house blogs
Planning permission for driveways
First impressions are lasting impressions. Some considerations in the planning of a new vehicle entrance
Electric vehicle charging
What are the choices in vehicle chargers, and how they apply to private dwellings.
Product blogs
Photobeam types
Photobeams are the staple safety device for gate automation. Are they all the same? We take a look at some new developments
Safety edge types
All safety edges do the same thing, but the different technologies have characteristics that make them more or less suitable.
Exit sensor types
Gate control has changed over 30 years. Gates are now required to be safe. So how does the gate know where or when to stop? We try to explain the techniques and advantages.