Installing sensors for either rolling or swing gates, is a great way to make your property safer and updated, it makes the access much easier and secure.
In this simple guide we’ll explain the great benefits of gate sensors and also how to troubleshoot common issues:
Gate Sensors
There are several different types of gate sensors available in the market, getting them working together can lead to their optimal integration and deliver higher safety performance.
Radar movement sensors
These sensors can’t detect still objects, but they can sense movement, for example when a person or a vehicle enters the detection area the sensors will automatically open the gate.
Motion detectors sensors
The most common type of gate sensors is the motion sensor, it uses an antenna on the gate that send out a unique beam that picks up movement, the main downside is that it may not notice someone standing still in front of the gate, since it only reacts to motion.
Pressure sensors
These sensors are activated by detecting weight on the ground, which making it easy for someone to pass through, as long as the sensor is pressurized the gate stays open and there’s no risk of it closing on you.
If you decide to turn back, there’s no problem, the sensor will keep the gate open until the detected weight returns to zero.
Passive and active infrared sensors
Passive infrared sensors detect the heat from a person or a moving vehicle, which called an infrared image or signature and when they sense it the gate opens.
Active infrared sensors work a bit differently, they use a receiver to pick up infrared light from a person or object to trigger the gate to open.
Different types of sensors are often combined together and installed on the same gate to create a full tolerated, reliable and effective environment, this way you can get the full benefits of each sensor type and get the most safe and control system.
Additional Benefits
Automatic gates greatly boost your home’s security and many insurance providers take that into account when determining your premium, because these sensors make your property safer and reduces the risk of accidents or safety incidents, which means you can definitely get a lower insurance rate.
The biggest advantages of all is convenience, the gate opens automatically as it detects your vehicle, which is very useful when it’s freezing cold outside or raining, you don’t need to get out of your car and get all wet or muddy.
Gate sensors are also very helpful if you have kids, especially if you combing several types of sensors, yo can really have your mind set nothing bad will happen if they play or hang nearby it, also if you’re in a hurry or don’t feel safe to get out of your car in the middle of the night, these sensors make life easier opening the gate automatically by itself.
