GATE OPERATOR SAFETY

Are your gatesUL325 Compliant?

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3 out of 4gates & operatorslack or need replacementsof necessary safety features.

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Why is this important?

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... to prevent futureaccidents or fatalities.

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independent safetydevices installed ateach entrapment zone ?

Do you have 2*Photo-Eyes or Safety Edge

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Potential Zones for Entrapment Protection

SECURE(inside)

PUBLIC (outside)

Draw-in ZonesEdge sensors protect areas of entrapment along posts or walls

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Trailing End3

Leading End

PUBLIC (outside)

SECURE(inside) 2

1) Leading Edge2) Bottom Edge3) Entry/Exit4) Posts5) Post Pivot/Pinch Points6) Arm Movement

1) Draw-In Zones2) Leading End3) Trailing End

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UL325 Standards(Underwriters Laboratory)

Gate Operator approved to current standards

Proper gate warning signs attached to both sides of gate area

Each entrapment zone protected by 2 safety devices/obstruction tested

Installation StandardsOnly install operator on gates used for vehicular traffic.

A separate pedestrian entry/exit must be clearly visible to promotepedestrian usage. It must also be located away from vehicle gate sopedestrians do not come in contact with it.

Install both primary & secondary devices to protect each entrapment zone.

Pickets of a slide gate must be designed/screened to prevent personsfrom reaching/passing through a gate.

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Make Safety your Priority.Schedule your free consultation to ensure yourgates and operators are UL325 Safety Compliant.