As their name says, sliding gates are those types of gates whose opening is achieved by sliding. This system requires that the gates be provided with a series of bearings at the base and placed on a rail mounted at ground level.

When is it advisable to opt for sliding gates?

In principle, choosing a sliding gate is preferable in two situations. First of all, these gates are indicated if the estimated traffic through them is medium to intense (a scenario that applies mostly to commercial properties). The reason behind this suggestion is that sliding gates are usually easier to operate and, moreover, they work great with automation systems.

The second situation in which experts recommend sliding gates is to increase security. As mentioned before, they are compatible with security systems that increase the level of security. Also, unlike swing gates, whose union in the central point can be rather easily forced, sliding gates are made of a single uninterrupted piece. Considering these characteristics, it is safe to say that sliding gates are much harder to penetrate by burglars.

Long-term advantages are obtained especially when you opt for slide gate automation, and they refer to increasing security, increasing comfort and reducing the costs necessary to contract the services of a security company.