Swing gate or sliding gate?
First: are you choosing a swing or sliding gate? Depends a bit on the situation and space. A swing gate requires less earthworks. If the driveway is too steep, the opening is too wide or the distance between the gate and the garage behind it is too short, sliding gates are ideal. A sliding gate can be self-supporting (up to 4 m opening) or hung on a rail. And don't worry about the earthworks, De Sutter Naturally takes care of all that.
Manual or automatic gate?
As for opening and closing, you can consider a manual or automatic gate. You should take into account the number of opening and closing cycles per day and the quantity and types of vehicles that need to pass through the gate.
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Types of gates
- Manual gate: manual operation and a key-operated lock
- Motorizable gate: gate prepared for later installation of an external motor
- Fully automatic gate: a gate with external motorization
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If you need to be able to get in and out by car or bike several times a day, we recommend automating the gate. And here's why:
- The convenience of not having to get out of your car - off your bike
- No time wasted when in a hurry
- Not bothered by the rain
- Assurance that your gate is secure during strong winds
- Certainty that your gate will not close when an obstacle is passing through
Automation all the way
Under the motto 'everything for your comfort', we go one step further at De Sutter Naturally. We fully equip your motorised sliding or swing gate with sensors, keypad, intercom, videophony and a motor that therefore opens and closes automatically. With a fully automatic gate, there are different types of automation: linear, articulated arm, underground or slide opener. Integration into existing home automation is also worth looking into. You don't have to decide it all now though. Visit our showroom and ask for specific advice. On to the best gate for your situation!
