Security Gate Design – Minneapolis St. Paul, MN

Planning for a new or replacement driveway gate or gate operator is more complex than it might seem at the outset. In a consultation with our experts, we’ll help you with all factors that go into a successful installation and years of trouble-free operation. Before ordering any new product, you’ll have a number of choices to consider. Once all of the parameters have been finalized, installation will go smoothly and you can be assured of a smoothly operating access control system that protects your property while allowing easy access to all authorized people. Some of the choices you’ll make include:

• What Type of Driveway Gate is Best for Your Needs?

  For any vehicle access and traffic control system, choosing the right type is the first decision. Which type you select will depend on where it will be installed and the surrounding area. For each driveway entrance, conditions at the installation site will usually dictate the best design, simplifying your choice. We offer a wide range of products and design options for you to choose from. We help you decide what best fits your property and requirements:

  • Swinging Driveway Gates – Often the simplest choice, this is a popular, economical type. They require adequate driveway space in front of or behind the gate area for clearance.
  • Sliding Cantilever Gates – Another popular choice, they require minimal driveway space in front of or behind the gate, making them ideal for shorter entry areas. They are available in almost any length.
  • Vertical Pivot Gates – These are ideal when buildings or other structures are near the driveway. They are popular for public storage areas and other situations where space alongside the entrance is limited.
  • Vertical Lift Gates – Where vehicle traffic must pass between buildings or other structures and space is very limited, these systems can provide full-width access for traffic with almost zero side clearance.
  • Vehicle Barrier Gates – These affordable systems are designed to control traffic, and are used in parking lots or ramps when traffic control is the primary function, rather than security.

• Materials and Grades Depend on Your Specific Requirements

  We can supply systems to match any perimeter fence type or to meet any security requirements. Most property owners select products that blend well into their fence designs and the type of property where they are installed. Standard width gates are very cost-effective, but require specific opening dimensions. Height should match your design requirements. Our access control consultants will show you a wide range of design possibilities suitable for your needs, including:

  • Ornamental Steel – Ameristar steel gates, either swinging or sliding are available to match any Ameristar or other brand fence design and grade. They are available in commercial, industrial, and high security grades.
  • Ornamental Aluminum – Drive gates, both sliding and swinging are available from Jerith to match their fence designs and grades. These include flat and arched top designs for both single and double gate installations.
  • Chain Link – For economy and security, these are ideal for installations where durability and low cost are primary factors. They can be fabricated in custom sizes for swinging and sliding gate installations.
  • Custom-Fabricated Products – Where artistic design considerations are important or special requirements exist, we work with trusted metal fabricators to create customized products to suit any architectural design needs.

  For a new project, our consultants will help you select and plan for specific widths. If we make the installation as part of a fencing project, we will design your system to match standard widths whenever possible. For custom widths, we can special order any width required for either single or double gate systems. Advance planning is always needed for proper fit and function.

• Automatic Operator Control Systems

  The digital APeX control systems included with Linear swinging and sliding gate operators are programmable and compatible with a full range of security, control and safety features. Similar control systems are included with specialized gate systems. For swinging and sliding drive gates, choosing the right electric operator depends on the weight and length of your system. As part of your design, you can incorporate a wide range of opening and closing controls, along with safety and convenience features to match your exact needs:

  • Entry Control Systems – Control vehicle entry and exit using a wide range of methods are available, including keypads, telephone entry systems, intercom systems, radio controls, card readers, photoelectric detectors, vehicle detection loops, and push button stations, among others. Emergency access controls and override features are additional features.
  • Safety Control Features – Safety is paramount for automatic opening and closing systems. Depending on your installation, vehicle and pedestrian detection, obstruction detection, timing controls and overload reversing features are just some of the safety features that may be needed. We’ll assist you in selecting the best combination for your needs.

  Linear, the operator brand we recommend for most automatic opener and closer systems, offers a complete range of models to cover any type, length, and weight of gate. Single gates require just one operator system, while double gates require two operators synched together. Our experts will recommend a system that is ideal for your particular installation, with exactly the capacity needed for proper operation and reliability over a lifetime.

Top-Quality Security Products at Affordable Prices – Twin Cities, MN

Every entrance and access control system is more complex than most people realize. As a full-service fencing and access control company, we assist our customers with every aspect of design. Our goal is always to create a secure system that meets our customers’ exacting criteria, whether we install it or supply the materials for installation by a customer’s own staff. In consultation with you, we take every design and specification factor into consideration. The result is a cost-effective, efficient installation process that provides ideal operation and security for any property. We encourage you to contact us early in the planning process to ensure a trouble-free system that is designed for a lifetime of excellent service. Your complete satisfaction is our highest priority.

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