Long Life Gates design luxury gates that complement your property while providing the security and convenience you desire. Gates deter unwanted visitors and protect children and pets from dangerous areas such as busy roads. However, opening and closing gates can be a chore so we will discuss a gate opening system for you in Melbourne. We provide a full service for all your needs including gate installation, repairs, and automation of existing gates.

Types of Gate Systems

We design gate systems and will discuss your needs and assess your property to advise you. Sliding gates run on tracks while swing gates open on hinges. Sliding gates tend to require more maintenance than swing types, but they open quieter and quicker. If you have uneven ground such as a driveway on a slope, a slider may be your best option.

Swing gates can have one or two panels and choosing dual panels can offer a suitable solution where a sliding gate isn’t an option. The maintenance is lower, but they are more affected by the wind and may be susceptible to ramming by a vehicle. As each type comes with advantages and disadvantages, we will help you navigate your specific situation.

A gate opening system can be integrated into each type, and they are typically hydraulic or electromechanical. Hydraulic tends to be quieter and less affected by wind. If wind and noise don’t concern you, electromechanical can be a good choice because recent improvements have made them comparably reliable.

The security of a gate opening system can be customised for your needs. For example, we can integrate voice and video communication, fingerprint recognition, and a keypad or remote access into your gate systems for convenience and security tailoring each solution to your budget and needs.

One aspect of your gate opening system that should not be considered optional is the safety features that prevent accidents. Precautions should be put in place to keep the gate from opening or closing if someone is obstructing its path. We also recommend regular testing to be sure the safety systems won’t fail when they are needed the most.