TekRabbits Gate Automation

Sliding Gate Operators

Rack-driven automation for residential, commercial and heavy industrial sliding gates.

Every day of the year support for selection, commissioning, operation and service

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Illustrative motorised sliding gate at an industrial entrance

What this system does

A configuration for the real operating conditions.

A sliding gate operator moves a gate along its track through a motor and rack. We select capacity from the actual leaf weight, rolling resistance and duty cycle, then verify limit positions, photocell coverage and manual release. Controls can connect to remotes, switches and site access systems.

TekRabbits reviews the site and recommends a system with the necessary controls, protection and manual procedures. Final capacities, options and interfaces are confirmed in the quotation for your installation.

Available configurations

Choose the form that fits the job.

Around 500 kg gate class

Compact sliding gate operator

For a lighter gate around the 500 kg class, with remote or switch control and manual release.

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Around 1,000 kg gate class

Medium sliding gate operator

For a commercial entrance around the 1,000 kg class; magnetic limits and obstruction sensing can be specified.

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Mid-size gate · metal gearbox

Metal-geared sliding gate operator

For a mid-size gate in roughly the 400–600 kg range where a robust geared drive is preferred.

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Roughly 1.5–1.8 tonne gate class

Heavy sliding gate operator

For gate leaves roughly in the 1.5–1.8 tonne class with controlled opening and manual override.

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Around 3 tonne gate class

Industrial sliding gate operator

For heavier leaves around the 3 tonne class, with site-specific drive and safety configuration.

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3–4 tonne gate class

Industrial high-capacity sliding operator

For gates in the 3–4 tonne range, subject to gate condition and engineering review.

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Heavy-duty · variable speed option

Variable-speed heavy gate operator

For large commercial gates where controlled travel speed and heavy-duty drive are priorities.

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Inside the sliding gate system

The drive and safety details matter.

The gate leaf, track and motor must work as one assembly. These views show the drive interface and a protected passage; final hardware placement follows the surveyed entrance.

Illustrative geared sliding gate drive and toothed rack — Drive selection follows gate weight, rolling resistance, duty cycle and rack alignment.

Illustrative safety photocells beside a sliding gate track — Photocell coverage, limits and the manual release are checked at commissioning.

Specification guide

What we check before recommending a system.

The questions below shape capacity, installation effort, controls and safety. A short site survey or clear photographs and dimensions can resolve many of them before the quotation.

Measure gate weight, travel length, track level and roller condition.
Check run-back space, wind load and daily cycles.
Choose safety photocells, emergency release and access triggers.

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From gate survey to reliable access

What gets checked at each decision.

Illustrative diagram of sliding gate drive, sensors and manual release — Component arrangement is illustrative; the final layout follows the actual gate and safety assessment.

Measure the moving gate

Record leaf weight, travel, run-back space, track level, rollers and wind exposure before choosing capacity.

Match drive and controls

Choose motor, rack, limits, access trigger and manual release against the site’s operating pattern.

Test the complete entrance

Verify opening and closing travel, obstruction response, sensor coverage and power-fail operation on site.

Keep it in working order

Review track cleanliness, gear engagement, safety devices and operator procedure through year-round support.

TekRabbits support

Every day of the year. The whole system.

Our support covers product selection, installation coordination, commissioning, user guidance, maintenance planning, spare parts and fault diagnosis. We agree any project-specific response and service terms before deployment.

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Frequently asked

Sliding Gate Operators: common questions

Specific answers about configurations, site preparation, safety and support for sliding gate operators.

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What configurations of sliding gate operators are available?

The TekRabbits range covers Compact sliding gate operator, Medium sliding gate operator, Metal-geared sliding gate operator, Heavy sliding gate operator, Industrial sliding gate operator, Industrial high-capacity sliding operator, Variable-speed heavy gate operator. We narrow the choice using the site conditions and confirm the exact capacity and options in the proposal.

How do Compact sliding gate operator and Medium sliding gate operator differ?

For a lighter gate around the 500 kg class, with remote or switch control and manual release. For a commercial entrance around the 1,000 kg class; magnetic limits and obstruction sensing can be specified. We compare the actual operating duty, installation geometry and controls before recommending one.

What measurements are needed before choosing sliding gate operators?

Measure gate weight, travel length, track level and roller condition. Measurements let us check capacity and fit instead of guessing from a product name.

Which operating conditions affect the recommendation?

Check run-back space, wind load and daily cycles. Tell us about peak use and any unusual environment so the equipment and controls fit daily operation.

What should be planned for safety and abnormal operation?

Choose safety photocells, emergency release and access triggers. We agree the protective devices and manual procedure for the installed configuration before commissioning.

Can this system connect to other controls?

Remote controls, switches, RFID or other access systems can trigger compatible gate controllers. We confirm the interface and safety interlocks before quotation.

Can this be added to an existing site?

Often, but gate movement must be smooth first. We check hinges or track, rollers, posts, foundations and clearances before adding an operator.

What maintenance should the system receive?

Check gate travel, rollers or hinges, drive and rack, limit devices, safety photocells and manual release at an interval matched to daily cycles.

Does support every day of the year end after the first year?

No. “Every day of the year” describes when the TekRabbits support route is available, rather than a one-year after-sales term. On-site attendance, parts and response targets are set in the project agreement.

How do I request a recommendation for sliding gate operators?

Use the Automation Services enquiry page. Share site location, dimensions, expected use, existing equipment and your preferred timeline. The selected product family is carried into the form.

Ready to specify sliding gate operators?

Tell us the site type, dimensions, expected use and any existing equipment. We’ll help choose a configuration that fits.

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