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Why is it worth investing in automation for entrance gates?

Drives to the entrance gates have long ceased to be a luxury and have very affordable prices.They provide not only comfort, because we do not have to get off the vehicle to open or close the gate, but also increase safety.More than one car was stolen when the owner stopped before entering and went to open the gate.Because rarely anyone extinguishes the engine and takes the keys with them.Automation also hinders the opening of the gate by outsiders and invading them on the property.This reduces the risk of burglary and theft.

Automatic opening of the gate is very useful on plots with an entrance located next to a busy street.We can open it then, approaching the property and without blocking the movement.

It is best to think about the drive for the gate at a fairly early stage of building the house.Certainly before laying the surface.The electrical installation, arranged in the ground under the gate, must be brought to automation.

The selection of automation should be entrusted with a specialist and it's best to buy it immediately with the gate.Of course, you can also retrofit the property later in the control drive later.It is always worth using the experience of sellers, because the offer of gate drive producers is rich, and not every type will work in the case of its specific model.

Napęd do bramy wymaga podłączenia do sieci elektrycznej. Warto o tym pamiętać przed ułożeniem nawierzchni. (fot. Beninca)
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Selection of drive for entrance gates - the most important parameters

Most manufacturers offer devices designed for wing gates (restrained) and sliding.In each of these cases, slightly different parameters are important.

When buying a new gate with drive, the matter is simple.

The set will be selected by the seller, taking into account the following parameters:

If you want to buy a drive to an existing gate, in addition to the factors listed, you should first of all check its technical condition.First, check that the wing moves slightly without friction, which may hinder the operation of automation.

Their cause may be, among others:

W przypadku automatyki do każdego rodzaju bram - ważny, z punktu widzenia wygody użytkowania, jest czas otwarcia. (fot. Wiśniowski)

Automation for swing gates (wing)

When choosing a drive to the gate, the following parameters are key:

Dobierając napęd do bram rozwieralnych przede wszystkim trzeba wziąć pod uwagę szerokość oraz ciężar skrzydeł. (fot. Wiśniowski)

Automation for sliding gates

When choosing a drive for a sliding gate, the following parameters are key:

Siłownik do bram przesuwnych do 800 kg wagi. Przekładnia mechaniczna z brązu i stali po kąpieli olejowej gwarantuje długą żywotność. Wyposażony standardowo w enkoder (funkcję zabezpieczającą przed zgnieceniem), centralę z wyświetlaczem LCD umożliwiającą łatwe i precyzyjnie ustawienie parametrów. Siłownik ma funkcje furtki, czyli częściowego otwarcia bramy, zamknięcia po przecięciu linii fotokomórek, zwolnienia w fazie otwarcia i zamknięcia. (fot. Beninca)Bramy przesuwne wykonane z pełnych elementów są ciężkie i bardziej niż modele ażurowe podatne na podmuchy wiatru. Wymagają więc mocniejszego napędu. (fot. Wiśniowski)

Entrance gates and safety

Jednym z najbardziej popularnych zabezpieczeń jest linia fotokomórek, umieszczona w świetle przejazdu, stanowiąca niewidoczną linię świetlną, której przecięcie powoduje zatrzymanie ruchu bramy.

Inny rodzaj ochrony to system amperometrycznego przeciążenia, zabezpieczający przed zgnieceniem - stosowany w silnikach na 24 V. W wersjach na 230 V montowane są zaś enkodery, które sumują liczbę obrotów silnika w przedziale jednego cyklu.The gate supported the obstacle to the protection and withdrawal of the gate.

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Wszystkie siłowniki powinny być wyposażony też w elektroniczny hamulec, który zwalnia przesuwanie się bramy w końcowej fazie ruchu, aby, niezależnie od swojej wagi, płynnie wyhamowywała i się zatrzymywała.

Functions and equipment

Conservation of drives for entrance gates

The drives intended for entrance gates are equipped with actuators with an IP44 protection factor, so they are resistant to atmospheric factors, in particular to rain and snow.However, for them to work trouble -free from many years, they should be properly maintained.

Especially in winter, pay attention to the condition of the gear, where snow can accumulate, causing the gate to stop in the wrong place.The actuator and gates equipped with magnetic marginal switches are not susceptible to such interference.

Sometimes the snow also accumulates in the light of the gate at its end - where her tail hides.This may result in the stopping of the wing in the wrong place.The closed gates make it easier for the property to enter the property.

Similar consequences, i.e. gate failure, can cause snow and mud, accumulating on the housing of photocells during the period of heavy rainfall.

Installation of automation to entrance gates

Automation for the entrance gate should be installed by a specialist authorized by the manufacturer.This can also be done by an electrician with experience in this type of installation that has undergone the training.

Some investors decide to assemble independently.We do not recommend it because without reliable, specialized knowledge it is easy to make mistakes, which will then be difficult to fix.A professional will not only guarantee us a solid assembly, but also optimally program the drive and adjust it.

In addition, contact with a professional will be useful for the future.We will be able to use his services during reviews and repair of any failures.

Entrance gates - Recipes

According to the regulations, the entrance gate cannot be narrower than 2.4 m, but it is better to plan a wider entry - at least 4 m.This will allow convenient maneuvering of a passenger car and possible entry of vans (with furniture transport, household appliances).

There are two types of gates to choose from:

They are used where there is not much space behind the fence (no obstacles, e.g..plants, it cannot be on the road of opening gates).Manufacturers offer self -supporting models or roller skates moving on the rail.

The first ones are equipped with a counterweight that balances the weight of the wing hung on the boom.Thanks to this, the gate moves without touching the substrate, which is comfortable in colder seasons - the wing will not freeze to the surface, or will not block it, e.g..fallen leaves, as is the case with rollerblading gates.

Editor: Joanna DąbrowskaFot.Opening: Hörmann