Hoover Fence Chain Link Fence Steel Cantilever Slide Gates

Cantilever Slide Gate Theory:

The term, cantilever slide gate, may refer to any number of gates, from ornamental picket styles to functional chain link styles, from those that require cantilever rollers to those requiring gate tracks and trolleys. All cantilever slide gates will share certain characteristics which differentiate themselves from other types of slide gates. Steel Cantilever slide gates are unique from other types of slide gates in their construction, hardware choices, and design.

Cantilever slide gates are built larger than the gate opening they are designed to close, often as much as 50% larger than their respective openings. The idea here is to hang the gate on two or more mounting posts and have the gate suspend off these mounting posts into the gate opening to close. In general, no part of the gate comes in contact with the ground directly, or indirectly with any type of wheel. Instead, these slide gates 'cantilever' to close the opening. Cantilever construction allows for overhanging structures without external bracing. It is key that cantilever gate frame be constructed properly to help withstand the forces of gravity and wind. Intricate diagonal bracing and trusses are usually strategically welded in place to help prevent gate sag.

Advantages to cantilever slide gates over other styles are numerous. Since no part of the gate comes in contact directly or indirectly with the ground, cantilever slide gates are easy to automate with gate operators. Gates can often very easily be installed perfectly level. Proper design, fabrication, and installation of a cantilever slide gate will reduce friction during operation and prolong the life of a gate operator. Gate hardware systems from a quality fence supply source will provide smooth operation and low maintenance. A cantilever slide gate features the ability to slide along the fence line without requiring any lateral space as swing type gates demand.

Advantages of the Cantilever Gate System:

• Cantilever gates may use less space than a swing gate system. Single cantilever gates move in one direction, often directly parallel to an existing fence line. This efficient use of space makes a cantilever gate an ideal choice when designing a property's perimeter fence and security system.
• Cantilever gates may be easier to safeguard than swing gates when automating. Safety devices are strongly recommended, if not required, when automating a gate. Such safety devices may include safety photobeams, safety edges, and loops and loop detectors. Safety devices are designed and installed to protect against the gate closing on a vehicle. Due to the linear movement of a sliding cantilever gate, the path of the gate is limited in comparison to a swing gate which swings in an arc approximately 90 degrees.
• Cantilever gates may be less expensive to automate than swing gates. In some instances, when a double swing gate and a single cantilever gate is to be considered, a single cantilever gate will be less expensive to automate since it requires only one gate operator instead of two.
• Cantilever gates may require less maintenance than swing gates. Cantilever gates may be installed with nylon cantilever rollers with sealed bearings and nylon roller covers. These rollers do not require greasing and the nylon roller itself and cover will not rust. Further, cantilever rollers will install to posts with bolts which are easy to adjust at a later date if necessary. The brackets which typically connect a gate operator to the gate also are usually installed with bolts that will be easy to adjust later. Conversely, swing gates often have hinges which require repeated greasing. These hinges will also often be welded to the gate post and gate making them difficult to adjust if necessary. Lastly, consider snow removal in northern locations. The single path a cantilever gate travels will often be easier to keep clean of obstructions compared with a swing gate and it's wide swing.
• Cantilever gates are aesthically appealing. The smart appearance, efficient design, and craftsmanship in a cantilever gate is sure to impress owners, visitors, and customers visiting the property.

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