Different types of opening mechanism are available. The FAAC and Aprimatic range includes openers for swinging gates which can be fitted underground or on the gate pillar, suitable for all styles of gate. For sliding gates the FAAC and Aprimatic Slider range will cope with residential and commercial installations.

The BFT range includes hydraulic underground and surface mounted swing openers as well as sliding mechanisms. These are also suitable for both residential commercial and industrial use. BFT sliding gate mechanisms can move heavy industrial gates up to 4 Tonnes in weight, while swinging gates up to 1 Tonne in with and 7m wide can be operated.

Rising arm traffic control barriers from 3m to 6m are also available.

Gates can be fully automated and controlled in a variety of ways:

• Hand held remote control.
• Keypad entry
• Simple push button or key switch operation
• Cordless intercom's
• Video entry systems
• Timer control allowing opening and closing at pre-set times (To allow free movement of staff at the beginning or end of shifts).
  Underground vehicle induction loops can prevent closing when obstructed. Or to facilitate automatic opening or closing.
• Photocells can also provide protection against closing when obstructed

Locking mechanisms can of course be fitted to suit your security requirements.