FM Engineering

Gate Operators

There are several types of Gate Operator available to suit various applications. Below is a desciption of each Gate Operator plus its technical specifications.

At FM Engineering we only use Gate Operators from the leading manufacturers including a two year warranty.

Joint Motor

This is an electro-mechanical articulated arm suitable for residential applications. It is ideal for Gates hung from large pillars.

• 2.5m max gate width
• 250kg max gate weight
• Max 100 operations per day
• Operation time approx. 15 secs

Mechanical Ram

This is an electro-mechanical ram suitable for residential applications. It is ideal for Gates hung from small pillars or where there are space restrictions.

• 3m max gate width
• 250kg max gate weight
• Max 60 operations per day
• Operation time approx. 20 secs

Mechanical Underground

This is an electro-mechanical underground operator suitable for residential applications. It is aesthetically pleasing since there is no motor on show.

• 3.5m max gate width
• 300kg max gate weight
• Max 100 operations per day
• Operation time approx. 12/20 secs (model dependent)
• Capable of opening 180 degrees

Hydraulic Ram

This is an electro-hydraulic ram suitable for residential or commercial applications. It is ideal for Gates hung from small pillars or where there are space restrictions.

• 3.5m max gate width
• 300kg max gate weight
• Max 500 operations per day
• Operation time approx. 17/28 secs (model dependent)

Hydraulic Underground

This is an electro-hydraulic underground operator suitable for residential or commercial applications. It is aesthetically pleasing since there is no motor on show.

• 3.5m max gate width
• 800kg max gate weight
• Max 500 operations per day
• Operation time approx. 9 secs
• Capable of opening 180 degrees

Mechanical Slider

This is an electro-mechanical sliding gate operator suitable for residential or commercial applications. It is ideal for when gradients and space are a problem.

• Any gate width
• 2000kg max gate weight
• Up to 100% duty cycle (unlimited operations per day)