Automated Vehicular Gate Safety
Automated vehicular gates help control access and enhance security at commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential properties. But without proper safety measures, these systemscan pose serious risks. Miller Edge safety sensors—such as sensing edges and photo optics—help reduce the risk of injury or property damage and support smoother, more reliable operation.
Whether your site uses sliding, swinging, vertical, or barrier-style gates, safety sensors are an essential part of any compliant system. Miller Edge products are designed to meet UL 325 standards to help you protect people, property, and peace of mind.
Safety Tips for Property Managers
- Work with a Pro: Hire a qualified gate installer who understands UL 325 safety standards and can design and maintain your system correctly.
- Stay on Schedule: Hire a qualified gate installer who understands UL 325 safety standards and can design and maintain your system correctly.
- Use the Right Sensors: Devices like sensing edges and photo eyes can detect vehicles, pedestrians, or other obstructions in the gate’s path—helping to prevent accidents.
- Keep Gate Areas Clear: Keep the gate’s path unobstructed and never allow children to play near automated systems.
- Visual Inspections: Check components like hinges, arms, and rollers for damage or misalignment, and address any concerns promptly.
- Know the Basics: Understand how your system should work—and don’t ignore issues like slamming, stalling, or failing to reverse.•Build Awareness:Educate staff, residents, and visitors on the potential dangers of automated gates and safe usage practices.
Choosing the Right Protection
Every property is different. Factors like layout, traffic flow, and gate type affect the type of safeguarding required. Use these tools to help make informed decisions:
Risk Assessment >
Evaluate safety risks in your environment and identify the right safeguarding strategies for your needs.
Standards & Codes >
Review nationally and internationally recognized safety standards that apply to motorized doors, gates, and other automated systems.
Maintenance & Support >
Learn how to perform basic inspections and know when to contact a professional for service or repairs.
AutomatedGateSafety Devices
Sensing Edges
Touch-sensitive safety devices that signal the gate operator to stop and/or reverse when contact is made.
Ideal for: Leading edges,trailing edges, and draw-in zones.
Photo Optics
Infrared sensors that detect people or objects before contact is made, triggering the gate to stop and/or reverse.
Ideal for: Areas with pedestrian or vehicle traffic, where early obstruction detection is key.
VisiLight LED™
Bright, integrated LED lights that illuminate when agate is in motion—alerting pedestrians and vehicles to stay clear.
Ideal for: Residential communities, commercial sites, and low-visibility areas.
Explore Solutions by GateType
Slide Gate Safety
Reliable safeguarding solutions that safeguardslide gate paths of motion and help meet compliance requirements.
Swing Gate Safety
Universal safeguarding solutions that protect entrapment zones along the swing path and pinch points.
Barrier Arm Gate Safety
Targeted safeguarding solutions that help prevent impact and supportsafe, consistent gate operation.
Pivot Gate Safety
Safeguarding solutions built for the unique motion and clearance requirements of vertical pivot gates.
Vertical Lift Gate Safety
Safeguarding solutions for vertical lift gates where upward motion and limited space require tailored solutions.
Bifold Gate Safety
Safeguarding solutions designed for the unique motion and entrapment zones of bi-fold gates, supporting safe operation and compliance.
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