Automatic Hydraulic Barrier – Dundalk, Louth

We built and installed a heavy-duty automatic hydraulic barrier system in Dundalk, County Louth, to provide controlled vehicle access at the site. The installation centres on a traffic boom arm configured for frequent vehicle movement. Unlike conventional driveway gates, the barrier raises and lowers an arm to manage entry and exit through a dedicated access lane. It is one of the boom gates used where controlled vehicle access is required without a full gate spanning the entrance.

Our team automated the barrier using a SEA Sprint automatic hydraulic barrier motor. The hydraulic mechanism controls the movement of the barrier arm during each operating cycle. We also fitted a BEA EVO detection loop to identify vehicles within the designated area. This supports the barrier’s safe operation and provides automatic free-exit functionality, allowing detected vehicles to leave without separate manual activation.

Access control was managed through two keypads positioned for authorised user entry. We also integrated a GSM dial-to-open function, enabling approved users to operate the barrier remotely through a registered mobile phone. Together, the keypads and GSM control provide different methods for managing vehicle access through the automated barrier.

The completed installation combines the hydraulic barrier, SEA Sprint automation, BEA EVO vehicle detection, free-exit operation and access-control equipment within one vehicle entrance system.

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