Barrier gates are incredibly effective at keeping properties of all types secure. While they work for practically any type of space, they are most commonly found & used in parking lots, industrial spaces, park entrances and toll booths. When push comes to shove, barrier gates provide property owners with a simple, quick way to let people come in and out of a certain area while providing an ample level of security.
This security feature isn’t foolproof, however— like any other security gate on the market, it can run into problems if not maintained regularly by barrier operators or left alone with its mechanical problems. If you are worried that there may be something wrong with the arm that swings on your barrier gate to let people in & out of the property, let Techno Gate GTA help. With the information we want to provide below, you can look out for certain signs that may require immediate attention and a barrier arm replacement.
What is a Barrier Arm?
The name may be a give away to many, but the barrier arm is essentially the large arm that swings up and down to let cars and people onto the property it is trying to secure. These arms are an integral part of this gate system, as without it there would be no proper security or traffic flow. They are usually made of reflective material and sport an orange/red/yellow colour pattern.
The Signs To Look Out For
There are many indicators to a malfunctioning/broken barrier arm, and each of them could signify a different issue. Regardless of the issue, however, you don’t want to leave this problem alone, as things can get worse and the gate can stop working altogether. In a lot of cases where the arm of your barrier ends up broken, it will likely need a replacement. Some of the signs to be aware of include:
- Physical wear & tear. While other gates are always at risk of sustaining damage, barrier gates are at quite the high risk of getting hit, especially by bigger, heavier vehicles such as trucks & eighteen wheelers. When these heavy pieces of machinery damage your barrier arm, it can have quite the effect on how this part operates.
- You’re finding yourself repairing it more often than you’d like. This is usually a tell tale sign for many issues that have to do with a variety of different mechanical parts, and a barrier gate is not excluded when it comes to this problem. If you begin to notice you’re having to constantly work on your barrier gate to get it to work properly, just to have to go in and fix it a few weeks later, chances are it needs to be replaced.
- It lacks safety features. While this type of gate is meant to keep everyone in a property safe, if outdated and old it can lack the proper safety features to keep the people coming in safe. Gates like this can become quite the safety hazard, swinging down too fast without motion sensors and damaging cars and people. If you have a barrier gate that lacks integral safety features, we always recommend getting it replaced as it can become a serious liability issue.
How Our Team Can Help
With Techno Gate GTA, all of your gate and garage door needs are covered professionally and with class. We offer a wide variety of different security installations, so we can work alongside your needs and find the perfect solution for your property. To find out more about how you can begin a barrier installation in King City with us, be sure to call our staff at (416) 848-9433 today!
