Access Systems for Custom Gates
Find the access system that best suits your needs…
Gate access systems can vary from simple to sophisticated, depending on budget and access requirements. In addition to the gate itself, there is the opener/operator, which physically opens the gate, and an access control system, which controls the opener. Photo beams, edge and magnetic sensing devices can be added to make a system safer and more secure. When it comes to the access control system, there are dozens on the market so what will work best for you depends on your budget, security and convenience requirements.
With the simplest access control system, known as a “sensor probe”, a sensor located alongside the roadway recognizes the metal mass of an approaching vehicle and signals the gate to open. Upon entering the property, it is called “free entry”. This same type of sensor can be used to exit the property known as “free exit”. Although this is the simplest system, it is also the least secure. In order to increase security with a sensor probe, you can use a timer to program the system to open automatically only during certain hours. Another method, such as a keypad or radio transmitter, can then be used to open the gate during off hours to limit access.
Another simple system is a radio transmitter (radio remote control), which operates just like a garage door opener and signals the operator to open the gate any time you push the button on the radio transmitter. The gate opener is typically set up to automatically close after the vehicle goes through, or can be programmed to close by pushing the transmitter button again.
The next step up is a key pad system, which allows access by entering a code number(s), which the system is programmed to accept. The key pad box is located on a pole or stand near the gate conveniently situated for approaching vehicles.
A step up from the key pad is a telephone intercept system, which is connected to the office and/or home phone. When someone approaches the gate, they use the key pad to dial a code or phone number as instructed. The system then dials the office/home phone and the person answering can open the gate by pushing a number on their phone.
Various access systems are available that operate by electric power or solar power, with battery back-up included in most installations. These systems include,
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