In November, Gate Safe hosted a Safety Surgery in partnership with FEIG ELECTRONIC, focusing on the use of radar-based sensing solutions within barrier and access control systems. The session brought together technical expertise and real-world insight to explore how modern sensing technology can play a vital role in improving safety and compliance for automated barriers.… Continue reading Watch on demand: Gate Safe Surgery with FEIG Electronic?
Author: Lauren Soutan
Questions Every School Should Be Asking In Relation to Gate Safety
Have our gates been risk assessed? Has a formal risk assessment been carried out on the gates that takes into consideration pupils, staff, parents, and visitors? ➡️ Why it matters: Schools must identify and manage risks, especially as the school environment represents a safeguarding responsibility towards pupils When were our gates last serviced by a… Continue reading Questions Every School Should Be Asking In Relation to Gate Safety
Gate Safe Surgery: Smart Radar Scanners
Book your spot now for a free place on the next online Gate Safety Surgery with FEIG ELECTRONIC, on Friday 21st November 2025, 2pm – 2.45pm. Andrew Molloy, Electronic Account Manager at FEIG will present the company’s latest radar-based sensing solution designed specifically for barrier access systems. The Smart Radar Scanner can replace ground loops… Continue reading Gate Safe Surgery: Smart Radar Scanners
Gate Safe Christmas Closure: 18th December – 5th January
As we head into the festive season, Gate Safe will be taking a short winter break. Our office and technical helpline will be closed from Thursday 18th December and will reopen on Monday 5th January. While our team takes this time to recharge, our website remains fully accessible 24/7. You can still: Book your Gate… Continue reading Gate Safe Christmas Closure: 18th December – 5th January
Safety Edges Explained: How They Protect People and Property
When an automated gate moves, it should do so safely, ensuring it doesn’t cause harm to anyone who comes into contact with the installation. However, if the right protective measures are not in place, a gate can pose a serious risk. One safety device commonly found on automated gates is the safety edge — a… Continue reading Safety Edges Explained: How They Protect People and Property
Gate Safe Launches Safe School Gates Working Party
Gate Safe has joined forces with other key stakeholder organisations to establish a working party designed to improve the safety of automated and manual gates in schools. As part of the charity’s Safe School Gates initiative, Gate Safe recently held a meeting hosted by Ashford MP Sojan Joseph attended by representatives from the police security… Continue reading Gate Safe Launches Safe School Gates Working Party
Understanding Deadman Operation in Gate Automation (also known as hold-to-run)
When considering any automated gate, safety should always be the overriding priority. While automated gates are designed to make access control more convenient, they can also pose serious risks if not installed or maintained correctly. One type of operation you may come across is something called deadman operation or hold to run but what does… Continue reading Understanding Deadman Operation in Gate Automation (also known as hold-to-run)
Sliding Gate Safety: What Every Installer Needs to Know
By Rob Williams – Technical and Training Manager, Gate Safe Sliding gates can present serious safety risks if not installed or maintained correctly. Whether you’re working on a tracked system or a cantilever design, understanding the potential hazards—and how to mitigate them – is crucial. At Gate Safe, we train installers to spot these risks… Continue reading Sliding Gate Safety: What Every Installer Needs to Know
Gate Tethers: A Simple Fix To a Serious Risk
The Hidden Danger on Swing Gates – and the Simple Way to Protect Against an Accident A gate tether is a simple but effective addition to a gate, designed to prevent it from falling in the event of a hinge breaking and potentially causing serious injury, or worse. In a perfect world, all gates should… Continue reading Gate Tethers: A Simple Fix To a Serious Risk
How Do You Become a Gate Safe Installer?
If you work with automated gates, becoming a Gate Safe Installer is one of the most important steps you can take to demonstrate your commitment to safety. Gate Safe is a charity dedicated to improving the safety of automated gates and barriers, helping to prevent accidents caused by unsafe installations. So, how do you become… Continue reading How Do You Become a Gate Safe Installer?
