Planning Your Barrier Automation
If you already have gates, you need to choose motors that work with your current specification. Below are a list of questions and options to consider before starting your install.
Types of Automation
- 1 or 2 barriers?
- If two inline, do they need to be synchronised?
Environment
- Is the area often windy?
- No. of times a day gate opens and closes?
- How many users?
Extras?
- Safety accessories
- Barrier skirt
- Intercom
- Keypad/exit button
- Ground loop detector
- Exit buttons
Barrier Specifications
Length of Bar?
Options available from 3m-8.5m single barrier length
LARGE OPENINGS OVER 8M?
You may require two barriers inline which may need to be synchronised enabling them to be opened simultaneously
Safety First
The installation of powered gate automation is regulated by the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations which recognises a powered gate as machinery. The law requires that the resulting machine complies with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements of the regulations. Guidance for the required level of safety can be found in EN 12453
If you are not fully aware of the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations, the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act or the contents of EN 12453 you are advised to seek specialist training or the assistance of a properly qualified and equipped powered gate specialist before undertaking to proceed with the installation, repair or maintenance