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Gating is a common sight in many industrial areas across Victoria, and for good reason. Warehouses, factories, and workshops are not always safe for the public to access, and many contain valuable stock, machines, and important documents that you won’t want falling into the wrong hands.
Gating is your first, most obvious defence against unwanted access to your industrial facility, but how do you choose the right type when so many are on the market? Here at Gate Opening Systems, we are the market leader in manufacturing, supplying and installing high-quality gates, and we know a thing or two about the industrial types.
This blog will explain what an industrial gate is, the types of gates available to you, and how you can approach choosing one.
Let’s get started!
An industrial gate isn’t your standard picket fence, but neither is it a wire monstrosity topped with barbed-wire coils. Industrial gates need to be strong and durable enough to resist climbing or ramming, but professional-looking for when you have investors, clients or any other type of guest visiting.
Industrial gates also need to be able to open quickly and smoothly, as many businesses will have trucks and staff vehicles entering and exiting the premises often. They especially need to be reliable–a gate that is stuck shut can grind your business to a halt if you’re selling directly to customers or shipping orders off for delivery.
This is a good general overview of industrial gates, but let’s explore what types of industrial gates in Melbourne are the most common.
At Gate Opening Systems, we have four types of industrial gates that we design, create and install for our clients.
Our cantilever gates are fast, work smoothly, and are perfect for high-traffic areas. What separates cantilever gates in Melbourne from industrial sliding gates is the fact that they don’t have wheels or tracks that they run on–instead, they use counterbalance to open and shut smoothly without touching the ground. This makes them ideal for sites with uneven or rocky ground that could make gates on tracks or wheels an issue.
Here at Gate Opening Systems, our cantilever gates can be ordered in three finishes: powder-coated, galvanised, or painted. Consider if you want a matte, gloss, or coloured look for your gate to help you decide.
We also offer additional extras for all cantilever gates in Melbourne that we create, including:
If you work at an industrial site that has a lot of in-and-out traffic, but still want a gate for security, then we highly recommend one of our cantilever sliding gates!
Sliding gates in Melbourne are one of the most popular you’ll see, and for good reason. They are an affordable, highly customisable gate option that either runs on tracks or uses wheels to open and close. This makes them very reliable, as long as they are installed on the right surface (one without gravel or uneven patches is ideal).
Like with our cantilever sliding gates, our commercial track sliding gates come in galvanised, painted or powder-coated finishes. You can also choose to add:
The sliding gates in Melbourne crafted by Gate Opening Systems can accommodate a clear opening of up to 20 metres, making them a great choice for most warehouses and industrial properties.
Contact us today if you’d like to enquire about sliding gates in Bayswater, Brooklyn, Thomastown or any other area in Melbourne!
If your property can’t accommodate industrial sliding gates, then you still have swing gates as an option–but this doesn’t make them any less in terms of quality and effectiveness. In fact, they are an excellent choice for just about any property!
Our swing gates in Melbourne are crafted using the highest-quality bearing hinges, which allow them to open and shut quickly and smoothly, no matter if you’ve ordered a single or double swing gate.
Single swing gates provide an opening 9 metres wide, while our doubles accommodate spaces up to 18 metres. You’ll also have painted, powder-coated or galvanised finish options available to you.
Other features you can opt for your swing gate in Melbourne include:
If you know your property is going to be visited fairly often, then you may want to look into having a pedestrian gate installed. This means, rather than having to open your main gate every time someone comes by, you can opt for a smaller (but no less secure) entrance for them instead.
Our pedestrian gates are installed within your fence line and will either be bolted to an existing concrete footing or concreted into the ground. They can be fully-framed with a double handle, door closers and electric strikes for improved security, with access control added, or simply have no frame for basic locking instead, with a pad bolt and key lock.
Our pedestrian gates come in–you guessed it–powder-coated, painted, and galvanised finishes. Additional options you can choose include:
Whether you’re expecting investors, workers, or just curious customers to come by, a pedestrian gate can help keep them safe and off your driveway.
Now that you have an idea of the types of industrial gates you can choose from, it’s time to decide on which one is best for your property. We recommend considering factors like:
If you still aren’t certain what the best type of gate is for you to install, please reach out to the Gate Opening Systems team, and we can help you make a decision. Whether you need industrial gates in Dandenong, Rowville, or Sunshine, we can assist.
No matter what type of industrial gates you want, Gate Opening Systems is the best place for a custom design, build, and installation all in one. Since 1985, we have been creating premium-quality gates that our customers can rely on to protect their premises, whether it’s a large industrial site or even a small home.
Every gate we craft is 100% Australian-made and manufactured at our factory in Campbellfield. We can design and build any industrial, commercial and residential gate you need to your exact requirements. Our in-house team of fully qualified welders, installers, and electricians will design, build, deliver, and install your gate at your chosen location.
Go online for a free quote regarding your gate, or get in touch using our online request form or by calling 03 9305 3034. If you are having urgent issues with your gate, we also have an emergency hotline you can call after hours.
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