What are the types of security gates?

Luckily, security gates are available in a range of different types, with each available as either a domestic security gate or a commercial security gate and offer various unique advantages.

In this short article, we look into the three main types of security gates:

• Swing Security Gates

• Sliding Security Gates

• Cantilever Security Gates

We’ll also look at the range of materials commonly used to construct security gates and some of the benefits of each.

Swing Security Gates

Swing security gates are your classic gate design, with two or three robust metal hinges along the side, to allow the gate to smoothly swing open or closed, whether automated or manually controlled.

Versatile in style, swing security gates suit both modern and older properties, are easy to install and maintain, simple to automate, and offer a high level of security when installed by a professional security gate specialist.

Before buying your swing security gate

Before ordering your swing security gate, make sure there’s enough room at the gate entrance for the gate to make a full swing, and that the ground is level.

If you are unsure, take advantage of your gate provider's free site survey, where a security gate specialist can visit and assess the area, prior to you laying your money down.

Sliding Security Gates

A sliding security gate is another classic design, suitable for a wide range of different property styles. Sliding gates also have the benefit of being easy to operate and don’t require as much space as swing gates.

Another key benefit of sliding gates is the extra level of security provided, due to the unique design which makes the gate harder to force open, even when considerable force is used.

Before buying your sliding security gate

Before getting your credit card out to buy your sliding security gate, make sure you have enough room at the side of the gate entrance for the gate to slide back, and that the ground is suitable to attach tracks for the runners.

Most good security gate specialists will offer a free, no-obligation site survey, so if you have any worries whatsoever about the installation of your sliding security gate, you’ll have a professional who’ll be happy to help.

Cantilever Security Gates

A popular, modern choice for both domestic and commercial customers, a cantilever security gate offers exceptional security benefits, as well as being easy to operate and easy to automate.

Although a type of sliding gate, a cantilever security gate doesn’t require the tracks to be set into the ground. This means that this type of sliding gate is suitable for most gate entrances, even if the ground to the side is uneven.

Before buying your cantilever security gate

Before ordering your new cantilever security gate, just as you would for any sliding gate, it’s important you have the space to allow the gate to slide.

So, as we’ve mentioned for the other gate types, if you have any doubts, be sure to book your free site survey before you decide to buy.

Materials used to make security gates

Whether you’re thinking of swing gates, sliding gates or sliding cantilever gates, all three can be constructed from a variety of materials, including:

• Steel – As well as being robust, steel is also easy to form, allowing security gate manufacturers to be versatile with designs, especially with railing style gates.

• Aluminium – Aluminium is also an extremely robust and durable material, and whilst not as versatile as steel, it’s a much lighter material, making your security gate easier to operate and cheaper to automate.

• Wood – A wooden security gate not only offers versatility in design options, it also provides a high level of security, whether used for commercial or domestic purposes.

Contact Us

Whatever type of security gate you’re looking for whether it’s a commercial gate or domestic gate, Gate Control has the solution. Contact us either via the website contact form, by email, or by phone, to speak to one of our experts.