Gate Limit Switch, Encoder and Position Errors Explained
Gate operators need to know where the gate is. Depending on the design, they may use mechanical limit switches, magnetic limits, encoders, potentiometers.
Why Is My Automatic Gate Hard to Move Manually?
An automatic gate that is hard to move manually has a mechanical problem until proven otherwise. Common causes include sagging hinges, worn rollers.
Dented Garage Door Panel: Repair, Replace the Section, or Replace the Door?
A dented garage door panel can be cosmetic, repairable as a single section, or evidence that the whole door has been structurally affected. The decision.
One Garage Door Spring Broke: Should You Replace Both?
If a two-spring garage door is designed to use a matched pair and one spring breaks, replacing both is often a reasonable recommendation because the.
What Should Be Tested Before an Automatic Gate Goes Back Into Service?
An automatic gate should not return to normal service simply because the repaired part now moves. The technician should verify the complete movement path.
How Can a Gated Community Reduce Tailgating Without Creating Traffic Problems?
Tailgating can be reduced by shortening the opportunity for a second vehicle to follow, improving credential enforcement and redesigning traffic flow. But.
Cellular vs. Wi-Fi vs. PoE Gate Intercoms: Reliability and Site Tradeoffs
Cellular, Wi-Fi and PoE/hardwired gate intercoms can all work well, but they depend on different infrastructure. Cellular is useful at remote entrances.
How Gate Frames, Posts and Hinges Prevent Sagging on Wide Driveways
A wide driveway gate sags when the frame, hinge system, post or foundation cannot keep the leaf geometry stable over time. The farther the gate extends.
Gate Battery, Charger, or Motor? How to Diagnose Weak Operation
Weak gate movement can come from the battery, charger, power supply, motor, gearbox or the gate itself. A battery that looks normal at rest can collapse.
Why Does My Automatic Gate Work Intermittently?
An automatic gate that works sometimes and fails other times usually has an intermittent power, wiring, access-control, safety-device, position-sensing or.