Thinking About An Electric Gate? Answers To 5 Common Questions Before Installing An Automatic Gate. Get Your Free Quote!

 

Before installing  electricgate system Chicago, you probbably have been asking this:

1) How does an automatic gate works?

The automatic gate moves thanks to a specially designed motor operated by a remote control that sends an impulse to the control unit that activate the motor.

The control unit also detects other signals such as those of the photocells.

The photocell is a component that constantly communicates with the control unit. Through a light beam, it detects if there are objects or people within the range of action of the gate.

The photocell is essential to avoid crushing people or things

2) How often should do maintenance?

Maintenance is an essential part of safeguarding our gate. It is essential to keep the inner mechanisms of the gate clean and oiled at all times.

This will depend on the dimensions and material used in the manufacture of the gate.

and there are three types of maintenance namely:

a.- predictive maintenance: this type of maintenance is performed before any eventuality occurs. 

b.- preventive: it is performed from time to time to extend the life of the component. it can be greasing the mechanism, lubricating it, keeping it dry.

c.- corrective: replacement of components.

3) Type of gate: 

You should define what kind of gate you want to install. Basically there are two types: sliding gates, and swing gates

4) What happens in case of power failure?

No problem, each gate is equipped with a special key for manual opening in case of breakage or sudden blackout. Opening is quick and easy and, for some types of gates, there is a motor also with an autonomy of several hours that continues to operate even in case of power failure.

5) How many Types of motors are there?

Linear motors: they are equipped with the best technology with ball screws, which guarantee high speed with medium-high power thrust performance.

Articulated motors: ​they are ideal to automate swing gates even with large pillars. The application behind the column makes the motor almost invisible from the outside of the gate

Hydraulic motors:​ they are generally the cheapest in their category but equally robust. They provide excellent performance with a minimum opening time

Underground motors:​ they differ in their sturdiness and discreet appearance that makes them almost invisible. This type of motor maintains the design of the entrance unchanged and is suitable for all types of gates.

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