What happens in a fire when the fire service needs entry
I am writing this today because we are in a fire situation where there is an out of control bush fire where we live. It has been burning for two days, and because the wind keeps changing, so does t...
How do warranties work when I buy an electric gate
Good question. From a manufacturer and retailer point of view, warranties have some set rules depending on which part of the gate kit and who installed it. Basically, the main warranty is on the mo...
Can I use my existing farm mesh swing gate for solar system
This is a common question. The answer is yes, but the condition of the gate is important. What I mean by that is, Does it swing well, does it drag on the ground. Is the post stable, etc. So lets go...
Can I install a gate kit myself? or do I need an electrician?
I get asked this question on the phone all the time. Yes most gate kits are DIY, that means suitable for the general public that can use tools can do it. Some kits are easy, some are hard, some ar...
Ahouse Gate motor kits. Good or bad, they are Chinese
I have seen a lot of mainly bad wraps on Ahouse electric gate kits and installs. We at Gatehouse security in Perth are an independant agent for Ahouse. I have been selling parts and kits for over 1...
Which Gate motors are better, Italian, Chinese, South African, Australian
I get asked this all the time, or people come to me and say they would never buy Chinese rubbish. Sorry misinformation. I agree Italian are good but they use plastic in their motor housings and the...