ABOUT GATES

Gates for residential properties are usually made of timber, but may also be made of steel for greater security. Gates may be of a simple swing design, either single or double, or may be of sliding design. In both cases it is possible to fit electrically operated automatic gate opening systems.

Industrial gates are usually made of steel, which may be galvanized or powder coated in a choice of colours.

The leading UK gate suppliers, listed below the panel of sponsored links, have informative websites with illustrated online catalogues, and detailed product specifications for gates.

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LEADING UK GATE SUPPLIERS

Alpha Rail: Gates. Alpha Rail, based in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, is a leading UK manufacturer of architectural ironwork, including gates. Its product range also includes railings, Juliette balconies, fencing, and finials. Gates can be supplied to match all Alpha Rail railings, which are supplied galvanized or in a wide variety of powder coated finishes. Bespoke steel gates are also available. These may be of the cantilever, sliding or automated type.

Alpha Rail was established in 1985, and is a founder member of the European Fencing Industry Association. In addition to manufacturing steel fencing and gates, it supplies design assistance, site survey, CAD drawing preparation, factory applied polyester powder coated finishes, installation, and site applied paint finishes.

Cotswold Decorative Ironworkers supplies a wide range of hand crafted traditional iron gates. These are available in a range of standard designs for a 12 foot opening, and also to custom design. The gates are made from galvanized wrought iron, with high quality painting. They are exported worldwide. FAAC is a leading supplier of gates and automated gate operating systems for private homes. Its standard swing gate design is available in metal or timber, from ornate wrought iron to plain close board. FAAC also supplies sliding gates with automated opening and closing. If existing gates are in good condition, automating them may be a possibility. However, there are several points to consider before deciding on this. Are your present gate piers strong enough? Is it possible to lay electrical supply to the gates? What type of access control system would best suit your needs and your property?

Elkosta supplies a wide range of gates and turnstiles for commercial and institutional applications. The gates are manufactured in Germany; they may be manual or electically powerd, and may hinge or slide. Special models are available for high security applications where it is necessary to prevent ramming.

HS Jackson supplies timber, metal and automated gates for residential and commercial use. Its timber gates are intended for domestic use, and blend with both panel and traditional fences. Jackson metal gates include swing gates and cantilever sliding gates. Swing gates have hinges that are fully adjustable and allow the gate to swing through an angle of 180º; these tamperproof gates are available for both the Barbican and Sentry range of gates.

Click here for an easy-to-use listing of leading UK suppliers of gates, provided by Archbone.

Other useful links relevant to gates and gate suppliers:
Fencing Contractors Association
Fencing Directory

DETAILED INFORMATION RESOURCES ON GATES

We recommend the following professional construction directories, which include manufacturers' specifications and CAD details: Barbour Compendium at www.barbourcompendium.co.uk, RIBA Product Selector Plus at ww.productselector.co.uk, ASC Bricsnet at www.ascinfo.co.uk, Building Products Index at www.bpindex.co.uk, British Board of Agrément at www.bbacerts.co.uk, British Standards Online at www.bsonline.bsi-global.com.

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Other recommended portals: Archbone, Building Design, Homeone Australia, Lighting Directory, Sapling, Stone Network.

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