Industrial gate motors play a crucial role in maintaining security and ensuring the smooth operation of businesses, warehouses, and industrial facilities. These robust and powerful devices are designed to automate the opening and closing of gates, providing convenience and enhanced security. With various options available in the market, choosing the right industrial gate motor can be a daunting task. We will explore the best industrial gate motors available at Lockfront Automation, highlighting their features, benefits, and applications.

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Centurion D5-Evo

The Centurion D5-Evo is a well-established sliding gate motor designed for gates weighing up to 500kg, suitable for both residential and light industrial applications. With an onboard multichannel NOVA receiver boasting button memory for up to 1,500 configurations, this motor provides flexibility in programming. It also features a 12v 7Ah integrated battery backup and a lockable manual override to ensure you’re never locked out during load shedding. The prices for this gate motor range from R6,309 for an operator kit to R7,141 for a full kit. For reliability and peace of mind, count on the Centurion D5-Evo.

Centurion D5 Smart

The Centurion D5 Smart represents innovation in sliding gate motors, suitable for gates weighing up to 500kg. Its intelligent reporting and mobile-based setup and operation via your smartphone set it apart. With a 7Ah battery backup featuring an intelligent charger with onboard diagnostics, you’ll have confidence in its performance. Additionally, its patented theft-resistant cage design ensures complete peace of mind. The prices for this gate motor range from R6,645 for an operator kit to R7,710 for a full kit. For a gate motor designed for modern smart homes, the Centurion D5 Smart is an excellent choice.

Centurion Vantage

The Centurion Vantage series of swing gate motors offers two distinct models: The Vantage 400 and the Vantage 500. Each model is designed to cater to specific gate sizes and weights, ensuring a tailored solution for various applications. The Vantage 500 boasts an extended stroke, making it an ideal choice for larger residential and light industrial swing gates. It can effectively manage gates weighing between 230kg and 750kg, again depending on the width of the gate leaf. Both models are versatile, accommodating both inward and outward opening gates while ensuring safety with anti-crushing protection features.

The price range for Vantage 400 is R9,266 – R13,856 and Vantage 500 is R9,401 – R14,126.

Centurion D10 Smart

The Centurion D10 Smart is one of Centurion’s tailored industrial gate motors, capable of handling gates weighing up to 1000kg with a high push force for reliable operation. Its code-hopping multichannel receiver supports selective addition and deletion of up to 500 paired remote buttons, offering comprehensive access control. Equipped with dual 7Ah battery backups, you can always access your property without interruption. The prices for this gate motor range from R10,910 for an operator kit to R12,348 for a full kit. With the capability of handling up to 750 daily open cycles, the Centurion D10 Smart is ideal for heavy-traffic commercial or industrial properties.

Centurion D20 Smart

The D20 Smart is Centurion’s latest industrial sliding gate motor, designed to handle gates weighing up to 2000kg for heavy-duty use. It’s built for reliability with Hall Effect technology ensuring pinpoint stopping and accurate gate positioning. With dual 7Ah battery backups, a range of smart features, and a rolling code multichannel receiver, this motor offers the highest level of security. The prices for this gate motor range from R11,297 for an operator kit to R12,734 for a full kit.

Centurion D10 Smart Turbo

The Centurion D10 Smart Turbo offers similar functionality to the Centurion D10 Smart but boasts remarkable gate speeds ranging from 40-50m/min, depending on gate mass and speed settings. It accommodates gates weighing between 240-1000kg, making it one of the suitable industrial gate motors. Its fast gate speed adds an extra layer of security. The prices for this gate motor range from R11,750 for an operator kit to R16,048 for a full kit. If you need a gate motor that doesn’t keep you waiting, the Centurion D10 Smart Turbo is an ideal choice.

Hansa Heavy Duty

Hansa Heavy Duty industrial gate motors are engineered to endure the challenging conditions of the African environment. Renowned for their exceptional reliability and robustness, these motors prove to be an excellent choice for both heavy residential and industrial gate applications.

The Hansa Heavy Duty motor is a surface-mounted swing gate solution, capable of effortlessly managing substantial domestic and industrial gates, with a maximum gate leaf length of 4 meters. Equipped with a seamlessly integrated 24V battery, it stands as a testament to unwavering dependability.

On the other hand, the Nice Hansa Speedo represents a heavy-duty sliding gate motor specifically designed to handle sliding gates weighing up to 1200 kg. Its formidable power, rapid operation, and rugged steel gears establish it as the ultimate selection for heavy residential or industrial gate installations.

Centurion A10

The Centurion A10 excels at handling sliding gates weighing up to two metric tonnes, making it the undisputed choice amongst industrial gate motors for demanding commercial scenarios.

This industrial sliding gate motor, the Centurion A10, employs a three-phase AC motor and electronic inverter to deliver exceptionally swift gate opening and closing. Its speed is customizable, ranging from 16 to 30 meters per minute, and can be adjusted for both opening and closing operations. The inverter’s key advantage is its precise speed control, ensuring the gate starts and stops with unmatched speed and smoothness, while also contributing to the long-term reliability of the system. The combination of the three-phase motor’s performance and the inverter’s efficiency ensures that the Centurion A10 remains cool, even under heavy-duty usage.

Despite its reliance on a three-phase motor, the Centurion A10 can still be seamlessly connected to a standard 220V AC single-phase power source, making it an ideal gate motor for a wide range of domestic and industrial applications. The smart design of its mechanical components ensures swift and straightforward installation.

The FAAC 884

The FAAC 884 MC 3PH sliding gate operator stands as a robust industrial-grade solution for sliding gates with a hefty load capacity of up to 3,500 kg. Operating on a 400V 3-phase power supply, this motor exhibits a maximum speed of 10 meters per minute. Engineered for intensive use, this motor features a 50% usage frequency for gates surpassing 2,000 kg and a 100% usage frequency for gates up to 2,000 kg. It mandates the use of CAT3 safety edges with the control board.

The gear motor is fortified with a twin-disk clutch immersed in an oil bath and a self-braking motor, ensuring minimal stopping distances and mechanical lockdown when the motor is not in operation. Should a power outage occur, a lever-operated release mechanism allows for manual gate operation. Encased within a steel housing safeguarded by cataphoresis treatment and polyester paint, this gearmotor is well-protected and built to endure the rigours of industrial applications.

When choosing an industrial gate motor, contact Lockfront Automation who will guide you on the best option to fit your needs. With the right industrial gate motor in place, you can enhance security, streamline operations, and enjoy peace of mind knowing that your property is well-protected.