SAFE HOMESSliding Gate Motors
A sliding gate motor should be matched to the gate it will move. Weight, length, track condition and daily traffic decide which motor will last.
Get the scope right before work starts.
Most motor problems on sliding gates start with the gate itself: worn wheels, a bent or dirty track, or an out-of-balance gate. We check the mechanics first so the motor is not fighting a problem it cannot solve.
We recommend a motor and rack arrangement suited to your gate, set up safety features such as obstruction detection and beams, and test everything before handover.
- Gate weight, length and travel distance
- Track, wheels, guides and post condition
- Rack mounting and motor base position
- Safety beams, obstruction detection and stopping points
- Battery backup for power outages
Include these details
- Approximate gate length and material
- Whether the gate currently slides smoothly by hand
- Existing motor or track, if any
- How many vehicles use it per day
- Suburb and a few photos of the gate and track
Can any sliding gate be automated?
Many can, but the gate must move freely and be structurally sound. Repairs may be needed first.
How heavy a gate can a motor move?
Motors are rated for a maximum weight and duty. The correct model depends on your specific gate.
Do I need battery backup?
It keeps the gate operating during power cuts for a period that depends on the battery and usage.
Need this assessed?
Send Safe Homes your suburb, property type and what you need. We confirm the scope before quoting.