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I’m building a new entrance is there anything I need for automatic swing gates in the future ?

Yes there are a few things that should be done such as
1) It is recommended to fit a steel RSJ into the pillar to take the weight of a hanging gate.
2) Underground boxes and adequate drainage should be fitted before finished surfaces.
3) A clear duct from one side of your entrance to the other for power and communication cables.
4) Cables to be prewired into the pillars for photocells, intercom,and keypads.
5) Power supply and intercom cable to fitted from the house to the gate or a clear duct.

I’m building a new entrance is there anything I need fitted for a sliding gate in the future ?

Yes we would recommend that you do a few things such as
1) Fit a sliding gate track and any necessary steelwork before the finish surface is applied to your driveway.
2) Clear duct from one side of your driveway to the other for power and communication cables.
3) Cables to be prewired into the pillars for all safety devices, intercom and keypads.
4) Power supply and intercom cable to be fitted from the house to the gate or a clear duct.

Can Automation supplies provide the ground works ?

Yes we can provide the complete package when it comes to your entrance. We also work in conjunction with builders and stonemasons so if you want your entrance completed transformed contact Automation Supplies.

Can you provide hardwood timber gates ?

Yes we can provide hardwood gates we use a local joiner that specialises in making hardwood timber gates.

Can you repair other makes of gate automation?

Yes Automation supplies can provide repairs to all makes of gate systems such as faac, dea, came, nice, bft. We will also make an assessment on your system to see if its worth fixing or if it will turn into a money pit if so we can provide a price on upgrading to a more reliable and safer solution.

Can I automate my existing gates ?

Yes we can automate your existing gate once they are structurally sound and will not cause any safety concerns.

How much dose an automatic gate cost ?

The price of gate automation can range from €1800+vat upwards this depends on the size of the gate to what usage its getting, how its been controlled such as intercoms, keypads ,remotes, gsm dial to opens, apps and most important all the safety devices that are required.

Do you manufacture all types of steel gates ?

Yes we can fabricate all styles of steel gates we can also incorporate our aluminium/hardwood tongue and groove.

If you have any questions you would like to ask feel free to contact us.

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