Metro-Detroit
(313) 273-2900
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Metro-Detroit
(313) 273-2900
Toll Free
(800) 479-9040
New Installations, Repairs, & Preventative Maintenance
Great Lakes Fence Company is your one stop shop for gate automation! We install, repair, and provide preventative maintenance services for residential and commercial gate automation, as well as access control systems. Gate automation and access controls will enhance security and prevent unauthorized access to your property. Our products include a range of gate operators for automating commercial and residential swing, slide, and barrier gates, as well as access control systems such as keypads, card readers, PC based access control, radio transmitters, and telephone entry systems to enhance security and prevent unauthorized access to your property.
Why trust us with your gate automation and access controls?
At Great Lakes Fence Company, our focus is customization and flexibility. We understand that each property and customer has unique needs and requirements. We will work with you to design and install customized gate automation and access control solutions, all while providing you with the most cost effective solutions available and latest technologies to consider. Finally, we will ensure your gate has the safety equipment required to be UL325 compliant.
Gate Types
We offer customized solutions to fit your home or business needs. Here is what we can help you with:
Residential Swing Gate Operator
Swing gate operators are the most common type for residential driveways. One operator is needed for a single gate and two operators are needed for a double swing gate. We offer options to pair it with an access system for convenient control and efficiency.
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Commercial Swing Gate Operator
Commercial gate operators keep your business moving quick and efficiently while making sure it remains safe and secure. Commercial swing gates are designed for heavier traffic and larger gate. Our systems are ideal for large gated communities or commercial facilities. We offer options to pair it with an access system for convenient control and efficiency.
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Slide Gate Operator
Slide gates are another popular type of gate, particularly for commercial and industrial applications. They slide on steel or nylon rollers and are suspended above the ground. The commercial and residential slide gate operators sit flush to the fence line to offer precise, powerful gate control.
Brochures:
– LiftMaster INSL24UL Industrial Slide Gate Operator
– LiftMaster IHSL24UL Industrial Heavy duty Operator
– HySecurity HD25 – Commercial Operator
Barrier Gates
Barrier gates are commonly used in parking lots and other areas where access needs to be controlled. They typically consist of a long arm that is raised and lowered to allow or restrict access; however, we also manufacture custom galvanized pipe barrier gates described here in the attached drawing.
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Vertical Pivot Lift (VPL) Gates
The vertical pivot gate lifts the entire panel 90-degrees like a barrier gate. It’s great for smaller or confided spaces where a traditional slide gate won’t fit. It also doesn’t require the kind of ground preparation that a rolling gate needs and can be used on sloped or uneven ground.
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Access Control Brochures
Get a completely integrated solution that keeps your home or business safe, secure and running at maximum efficiency with a variety of advanced safety and convenience features. Please call us for access control options that meet your needs and requirements. Here are a select few sample brochures.
On-site Gate Access Controls:
– Liftmaster Wireless Keypad – KPW250-spec-Sheet
– Doorbird cut sheet for integrated video and intercom along with keypad access control
– Doorbird cut sheet video and intercom (no keypad)
– LiftMaster MSC1000_Product_Guide – Vehicle Tag Reader
Remote Off-site Gate Access Control:
– myQ Community app Flyer_2022
Safety Standards
UL325 compliance refers to a set of safety standards established to ensure that gate operator systems are installed with safety devices that meet minimum safety requirements to prevent injuries and accidents. Great Lakes Fence Company will ensure your automatic gate compiles with regulations for safe operation.
To be UL325 compliant, gate operators must meet specific safety standards related to several aspects of their design and operation, including:
1. Force Sensing: Gate operators must be equipped with sensors that detect when an object or person is in the way of the gate, and automatically stop or reverse the gate’s direction to prevent injury or damage.
2. Emergency Stop: Gate operators must be equipped with an emergency stop button that immediately stops the gate’s motion in case of an emergency.
3. Control Wiring: Gate operators must have appropriate wiring to prevent electric shock or fire hazards.
4. Entrapment Protection: Gate operators must have safety devices that prevent people or objects from becoming trapped between the gate and other objects.
Brochure:
– UL 325 Safety Requirements (Slide And Swing Gate 2023)