How to Install a Safety Edge on an Automatic Gate
Learn how to install a safety edge on a slide or swing gate, from choosing the right mounting style to testing the finished setup. We explain where opening and closing...
Guides & Resources
Expert guidance for gate automation, access control, perimeter security, and replacement parts. Explore buying guides, installation resources, brand spotlights, safety explainers, and technical articles for homeowners, HOAs, installers, and commercial property teams.
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How to Install a Gate Photo Eye and Reflector
Elite Gates explains how to mount, wire, align, and test a reflective gate photo eye, including four-wire connections, monitored inputs, and LiftMaster models.
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3 Gate & Access Control Questions This Week | 09/22/26
This week: how long automatic gate openers last, swing vs. sliding gates, and which safety devices an automatic gate may need.
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3 Gate & Access Control Questions This Week | 09/08/26
This week: how emergency vehicles get through automatic gates, how gates detect vehicles, and how license plate recognition can automatically grant access.
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Vehicle Detection Systems Explained
Vehicle detection is one of the most overlooked parts of a gate system, but get it wrong and gates close on cars, miss exits, or fail entirely. This guide covers...
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A Guide to Fire Safety in Access Control Systems
This guide covers fire safety access solutions for automated gates, including Knox lock boxes, siren-activated openers, strobe sensors, and radio-controlled emergency access. When first responders need in, the right setup...
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The Importance of Photoelectric Sensors in Gate Safety
Photoelectric sensors prevent gate accidents by detecting obstacles and stopping movement. Required by UL 325, they enhance safety for swing, slide, and overhead gates.
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A Guide to Automatic Gate Safety Features for Families With Children
Discover essential tips and features to childproof your automatic gate system. Ensure family safety with sensors, safety edges, alerts, and expert advice.
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How To Open Your Automatic Gate During a Power Outage
Automatic gates offer convenience, but a power outage can stop them. Learn how to manually operate your gate and maintain smooth operation
