Why Commercial Gates Need Preventative Maintenance

A commercial automatic gate can complete hundreds or even thousands of operating cycles while appearing to work normally.

That is exactly why preventative maintenance matters.

Commercial gates are rarely just a motor attached to a gate. They are complete access systems that can include:

• Gate mechanics

• Motors and gearboxes

• Control boards

• Safety devices

• Vehicle detection

• Intercoms and keypads

• Access-control relays

• Remotes and receivers

• Loops

• Battery backup

• Locks and other accessories

When one part begins to deteriorate, the gate may continue operating for some time before the problem becomes obvious.

For a commercial property, waiting until the gate stops completely can turn a relatively small issue into an operational problem involving vehicle access, deliveries, staff movement or site security.

Preventative maintenance is about identifying those developing conditions before they become breakdowns.