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Sliding Gate Kits

When choosing a sliding electric gate kit you need to know two important things:

(1) the weight and (2) width of the gate. 

Each kit has a motor which operates within certain parameters (weight/width) so knowing these metrics are fundemental. Click here for information on selecting the right motor/kit for your installation.

Our Recommended Sliding Gate Kits

Kit myStrike - Sliding Electric Gate Automation Kit

from £426.60ex VAT
£511.92inc VAT

The Kit myStrike gate kit is perfect for large and heavy sliding gates (800kg) within a residential site. The motor is quick and noiseless and provides a discreet operationality that not many other large-scale sliding gate motors can offer.

  • Max Weight: 800kg
  • Max Width: 13.0m
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Proteco Kit Mover - Electric Sliding Gate Automation

from £499.00ex VAT
£598.80inc VAT

The Proteco Kit Mover sliding gate automation kit is useful for many different types of sliding gates due to the many different models of the product we offer. It also provides a cheaper option than many of the other heavy gate kits we offer.

  • Max Weight: 800kg
  • Max Width: 13.0m
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Proteco Kit Meko - Rack Sliding Electric Gate Kit

from £441.16ex VAT
£529.39inc VAT

The Proteco Kit Meko rack sliding gate automation kits are suitable for most heavier and wider sliding gates, however they don’t include as many variations as some of the other slide motors we offer.

  • Max Weight: 800kg
  • Max Width: 13.0m
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Came BK - Sliding Gate Kit

from £578.98ex VAT
£694.78inc VAT

The Came BK Complete kit - for a sliding gate weighing up to 2200kg and a width of 20m (depending on model selected). 230v motor with control board incorporated.

  • Max Weight: 800kg
  • Max Width: 13m
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FAAC 844 - Sliding Gate Opener

from £999.99ex VAT
£1,199.99inc VAT

The FAAC 844 is for sliding gates with a max weight of 1800kg, ideal for demanding applications.

  • Max Weight: 1800kg
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BFT ICARO - Sliding Gate Kit

from £1,104.15ex VAT
£1,324.98inc VAT

The BFT ICARO is a sliding gate operator for very intensive use, being extremely sturdy with high-performance.

  • Max Weight: 2000kg
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Sliding Gate Buyers Guide

Gate Automation

Please select what type of automation you require for your gate/s. Double & Single Swing refer to motors which attach to the gate and pillar of a swing motion gate. Double & Single Underground refer to motors which lay beneath the ground which attach to the hinge end of swing motion gates. Choose Sliding if you require lateral moving gate automation and Wheeled if you require a motor which utilises a wheeled motor to drive your gate/s.

Motor Voltage

There are two types of power outputs to consider - 24v & 230v. If you need a higher number of operations (opened/closed more than 5-6 times in an hour) during peak periods such as the morning and evening, then you may wish to consider a 24v system.

24v systems are more suitable for higher operation levels as they tend to run cooler than 230v gate motors. However, they do cost more in relative terms, so if you only need to open or close the gate 1-5 times an hour then a 230v system might prove more cost-efficient.

24v motors tend to be used on commercial premises, whereas 230v tend to be used on standard domestic properties. The exception to this rule is sliding gate motors where the reverse is true - 24v sliding gate automation systems tend to be for domestic use, 230v for more intense use (commercial/communal).

24v systems can draw power from battery backup systems meaning they can still operate during any mains power cut (a 230v or 3 phase system would need to be opened with a manual release key).

24v systems can also utilise solar power units as a means of charging batteries, allowing you to site gate automation in rural and remote locations where mains power is unavailable.

Specifications can be found for each product from their datasheet. Each datasheet is downloadable from each product page on this website.

Weight of Gate

All electric gate motors operate up to a maximum weight. This is so the gate will operate in a reliable and safe manner. It is essential to know the weight of each gate leaf in order to choose the correct motor for you installation. If you do not know the weight of your gate/s, send us a photo along with the gate/s dimensions and we can advise.

Gate Width

As with weight, gate motors are designed for gates within certain dimensions. The most important dimension is the width of the gate. To ensure you select the right motor to operate your gate you must know the width of each gate that requires automation.

Opening Angle

Each motor has a maximum angle to which it can operate to. Therefore it is important to note how far the gate needs to open in order for a vehicle to enter/exit safely.

Daily Use

The amount of times your gate is used per day is a determining factor when deciding on the right motor for your usage. Motors are designed to operate within a certain capacity (operations per day) so choosing a motor compatible with your desired use is essential for its durability. Select from the options below the number of times (open & closure = 1 x operation) the gate/s will be operated on an average day.