AG Future gearmotor for sliding gates is the ideal solution for those looking for a powerful and reliable automation.
Thanks to this practical tool, you can equip yourself with an automatic sliding gate in a few minutes, so as to save time during the day and not risk getting cold when you get off the machine to open it manually.
In this guide, you will discover how the automation works, its advantages, how to choose the most suitable motor for your needs and what the AG Future gearmotor can do for you.
How does an automatic sliding gate work?
A sliding gate becomes automatic as soon as an electric motor is installed which regulates its opening and closing via the remote control. Depending on the type of gate and its use, a single, double, external or underground motor can be installed in each of these elements.
The gate opens in a matter of seconds. Once the button on the remote control is pressed, the control unit receives the signal and starts the automation. These are intelligent, reactive motors that, together with supplements such as photocells, make entering and exiting the area easy and safe.
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Sliding gate: advantages of the automatic
The main reasons for choosing a sliding gate equipped with automation are speed, safety and ease of use.
In order for these wishes to be fulfilled, it is essential to choose a well-respected brand that produces reliable, responsive and long-lasting automations. The task of these tools is to facilitate people’s lives and, often, by choosing economic and anonymous solutions you risk finding yourself with a scarce product that complicates people’s lives.
Benefits for people
On a practical level, the gate equipped with a motorized device allows you to save time and not get cold during the winter. In fact, thanks to the remote control, the control unit receives the signal even while in the car.
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Automatic sliding gate: the importance of the motor
The sliding gate is one of the most popular solutions because it combines elegance with practicality. Being a tool with a single door, this is located on a track that facilitates opening and closing.
However, there are various solutions on the market that can perfectly blend with the needs of each buyer. In fact, there are various types of automation, each of them gives its best when used on the right gate.
There are three types of automatisms:
- Residential: the automation is designed for those who use the gate sporadically during the day;
- Condominium: the gate is stressed several times a day and must offer excellent performance;
- Intensive: this is the automatic system par excellence installed in industrial contexts where an important flow of cars passes during the day.
Each automatism is supported, by law, by a convenient and practical photocell that prevents knocks or damage to any products left unattended near the gate.
How to choose the most suitable automation for your sliding gate
The automation can be easily installed even on older gates. In fact, thanks to the high development of the automation sector, almost all sliding gates can benefit from this convenience.
In order to choose the best motor model for sliding gates, it is necessary to analyze some parameters including:
- The weight of the gate: some motors are designed for lighter gates, while others are able to regulate the opening and closing of heavier instruments;
- Type of use: residential (sporadic), condominium (frequent), industrial (intensive).
Here are the main gate models:
- Small gates, designed for family contexts: the gate has a weight ranging from 500 to 800 kg;
- Gates designed for condominium residences: the ideal choice falls on windows that do not exceed 1200 kg.
- Large windows for industrial and corporate contexts: in the case of structures that host an interesting flow of people, every day, it is not at all rare to find gates that exceed 25 quintals. Generally, the measures vary from 12 quintals up to almost 40. The higher the incoming and outgoing traffic, the greater the weight of the sliding gate.
Periodic inspection of the gate
Since these are elements positioned outside and which do not have direct protection from shocks and bad weather, automatic gates require an annual or six-monthly check in order to assess the health of the system.
In this case, a sliding gate designed for residential use will need fewer checks during the months considering the slightly excessive use made of it. While industrial gates may require more periodic checks in order to offer a quality experience at all times.
Here are the main reasons:
- Reliability: it can often happen that the engine electrical system can throw a tantrum or break down in bad weather. In this case, calling an expert is essential to avoid creating further damage to the automation. During the interventions, the professionals also take care of lubricating and checking the integrity of the moving parts – such as the rotors, the motor arms, the hinges and the cables.
- Safety: the goal is to check the health of the photocells in order to avoid accidents or collisions with people and things.
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AG Future gearmotor for sliding gates
For residential and condominium contexts, one of the best motors on the market is undoubtedly AG Future gearmotor for sliding gates. It is a tool that can work on sliding gates weighing up to 1800 kg.
Here are the reasons why this gearmotor is perfect for these needs:
- Offers targeted protection against moisture and insects. In this case, the accidental entry of water or insects into the engine does not affect its performance;
- Guarantees a high level of soundproofness and absence of noise while it is in operation;
- It is integrated with the anti-crushing and speed slowdown device;
This tool makes life easier for those who need a reactive and safe gate. Thanks to the highest quality materials used, by choosing AG Future gearmotor for sliding gates you will be sure of having a state-of-the-art device that protects the surrounding areas and the tenants. Find out more here.
AG Future gearmotor for sliding gates – in brief
There are various solutions on the market to motorize sliding gates. Among the most recommended we find the AG Future gearmotor, practical, silent and safe. This tool is designed for residential and condominium environments, where there is little intensive use.
We at VDS Automation offer targeted solutions to facilitate those who want to take advantage of a convenient tool that can be activated by a remote control, without getting out of the car, so as to save time and not get caught in the rain on cold and winter days.
If you are looking for a definitive solution for your automatic gate, you can consult the gearmotor data sheet here. For any need, you can send us an email to info@vdsautomation.com.
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