Swing Gate

Automated gates that swing open provide an ornamental appearance and can be designed as a single or double drive-through gate. Swing gates are best used on driveways with a flat open space to accommodate the gate motion.

Frequently asked questions

What is a swing gate operator?
A swing gate operator is a motorized system that opens a hinged gate inward or outward like a door. Drive types include electromechanical linear actuators and hydraulic operators.
Hydraulic or electromechanical: which swing operator is better?
Hydraulic operators such as HydraSwing are quieter and excel at heavy gates and high-cycle commercial sites. Electromechanical linear actuators suit lighter gates and straightforward installations.
Are underground swing gate operators available?
Underground operators conceal the drive below grade for a clean appearance, but they demand excellent drainage. Above-ground hydraulic or linear actuators are easier to service and suit most commercial sites.
Can a swing gate run on solar power?
Yes. DC swing operators such as SwingSmart DC operate from batteries charged by AC or solar, which suits rural and off-grid installations.
What safety devices does a swing gate need?
UL325 requires monitored photo eyes and edge sensors on swing gates, plus a gate that swings inward away from public roads wherever the site allows it.