Electric Gates

If automating your wooden gates with an above ground automation system, then it s just a simple case of adding additional bracing (normally to form an X shape where possible) on the rear of the gates (as shown on our Caernarfon pair, right).
From the front the gates look exactly the same, but with the addition of the extra bracing on the rear of the gates.
This additional bracing adds extra rigidity required when using automation due to the additional forces and torque that are acting on the gates every time they are opened and closed.
Usually, when using an above ground ram type automation system, the automation will fit to the centre rail of the gates. Shown right is the same gate, but from the front.
If using a below ground automation kit to automate your gates then a solid, full thickness bottom rail is required (shown right on a pair of our St Asaph gates) as well as additional bracing. As with above ground automation, the additional bracing provides the rigidity required with the extra loads placed upon an automated gate.
Solid, full thickness bottom rail? This means the bottom rail can be seen from both the front and back of the gates.
If using a below ground automation kit, then when your gates are opening and closing, the full force of the automation equipment will be operating on the bottom of the gates.
With a solid bottom rail, the force of the automation is spread throughout this bottom rail, ensuring a longer life for your gates and peace of mind for yourself.