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Auto Gate Motor Selections
Creating a beautiful,
functional auto gate for your home or business can be extremely rewarding.
Whether designed as an ornamental addition, or an important security feature
of your property, a vital component of every effective design are the access
points and the gates that will service them. For entrances that will require
remote access, auto gate motors will need to be installed. Specifically
engineered to carry out automated opening and closing tasks, these machines
are the unsung heroes of great enclosure design and can make or break your
fencing project.
While each application will come complete with its own unique variables,
there are four key features of every project that should be taken into
consideration when selecting the right auto gate motors to carry out your
desired opening and closing operations.
Method Of Opening
The most obvious quality that you'll first need to establish about your gate
design is the way it will function. Most modern motorized residential and
commercial fences use sliding openings to allow the egress to open from one
side to the other, or from the middle to either side. There are, however,
most of properties where a swinging operation is preferred due to space
constraint. It's important to understand how either design will affect the
overall property layout, functionality of the gate and the requirements of
the motor. Be sure to select a motor that's specifically designed and
engineered to operate your particular gate.
Overall Weight
Perhaps the next most important factor in choosing how your fence will be
opened and closed is the total weight of your gate. The materials, design,
functionality and even property grade can all affect the load placed on the
fence gate motors you choose, and it's essential to be aware of the weight
ratings and operational parameters of each mechanical element to achieve
optimal performance. Overloaded motors can cause slow operation, additional
wear and tear on fixtures and mechanics and an increased chance of failures.
Utilizing an opener strong enough to handle the job can save a lot of time
and frustration throughout the life of your enclosure.
Speed Requirements Of Your Auto Gate Motors
Depending on your particular application you may require gates that can open
and close at a given speed. In security situations it may be important that
any opening is quickly closed once someone has entered the property.
Conversely, homeowners may not want to worry about hurrying through before
the egress is closed. Many high quality motors have speed setting that will
allow users to adjust the speed of the open/close operation but, once again,
it's important to recognize and understand the limitations of each model you
are considering to ensure that it will be capable of delivering the required
performance.
Additional Feature Requirements
The final variables to consider are any special requirements of your
particular project. It can be incredibly frustrating to spend all the time
and effort to install a powered auto gate system only to find out that it
can't accommodate some of your needs. Do you have specific safety
requirements based on location or application? Are there particular sensor
options that will need to be addressed? Are there installation requirements
or particulars such as power supply backup will affect your choice? Be sure
to consider every aspect of your project before making your final decision
to ensure your time, effort and money aren't wasted.
There's no doubt that proper enclosure construction can be a tricky
business, so it's often wise to consult with professionals who understand
how each of the above variables can affect your project, and who can help
recommend the proper auto gate motors to suit your needs.
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