Honest, practical advice on cantilever sliding gates, swing gates, automation, materials and installation — written by people who actually build gates.
Engineering
A reliable sliding gate is more than design. Structure, balance, steel, foundations and automation all matter in a properly engineered gate.
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Guides
A practical comparison of cantilever and tracked sliding gates — key differences, advantages, disadvantages, and how to choose the right system for your driveway.
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Materials
Aluminium gates expand more than steel and lack stiffness in cantilever systems. Why MS Gates recommends strong custom steel gates instead.
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Engineering
Frame size, carrier profile and wall thickness decide how a gate works over time. How we match 70×70 to 100×100 mm sections to the opening width.
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