Our Services

Specialising in Electric Gates & Automated Systems
Security Gate Systems | Bollards | Barriers | Access Control | Video Entry

Bespoke Design & Manufacturing | Installations | Takeovers | Upgrades | Maintenance | Repairs | Domestic | Industrial | Commercial

We are a local family run company based in Ashton Keynes, The Cotswolds, specialising in electric gates and automated systems. With over 14 years experience within the industry, we offer a unique and bespoke, high quality service. We have a trusted team of engineers, including joiners, fabricators, ground workers, landscapers and support within our office.

Our services include supply, installation, takeover and upgrades of all electric gates and automated systems, including rising traffic barriers, rising bollards, access control and video entry. Our other services include a service & maintenance contract, including call-out and telephone support.

We have a large range of swing gates, cantilever gates, sliding gates and bi-folding gates, available in timber, aluminium, composite or steel. All of our gates are bespoke made, and tailored to suit your design and size.

In keeping with our company ethos, we source wherever possible locally produced products, our suppliers are people we have known personally and where we have built trust and a strong relationship to ensure we are delivering high quality products to our customers. We are approved gate automation installers and install & takeover a variety of other premium gate automation manufacturers such as, Beninca, CAME, BFT, Videx, AES, Telguard, Doorbird and Roger Technology.

Electric Gate Systems
Design & Installation
Swing | Cantilever | Sliding

We offer a large range of swing gates, cantilever gates, sliding gates and bi-folding gates. To complete your bespoke package we offer a range of high performing gate automation, access control, call out response and annual maintenance.

Entrance and driveway gates are a great added feature to any property, not only will they add an eye catching impression, they will also provide security, privacy and ease of entering or exiting your premises.

We are proud to supply and install carefully sourced products using the best handcrafted and fabricated gates available in your chosen design, style, material and size.

If you have a chosen design of gate in mind, our skilled designers will guide you through the process of choosing the right automated system for you, with a clear scope and vision, they will use their expertise in recommending the best bespoke gate for your space and required operation for your gate.

With various sizes and designs available, we can tailor make the right gate for you. Please see below some of the materials and treatments we use for our gates.

Timber Gates:
Our timber gates are bespoke and made to measure, using sustainable hardwood in iroko, oak and sapele, you may choose to have the gates hung on oak or steel posts depending on your finished design.
To ensure durability our timber gates can be oiled using osmo or teak oil. You may wish to have your gates left untreated for a natural finish over time.

Metal Gates & Frame Treatment:
Our metal gates are fabricated using highly skilled fabricators in creating a design of your choice. All of our metal gates are galvanised and treated in the method of powder-coating for anti-rust protection. We can powder-coat in any RAL colour of your choice, whether this be to match your existing doors or windows or simply a specific colour you have chosen.

Aluminium Gates:
With its durable anti-rust resistance, aluminium gates are becoming more popular. Aluminium is very versatile with unlimited designs, textures and colours to choose from, you can tailor make whether you wish for a contemporary or traditional look. With a light weight finish there is less strain on the mechanical parts and masonry.

Composite Gates:
With its eco friendly and durable material, composite gates offer a low maintenance with no need to treat or stain the gate. You can choose from a variety of designs and colours, including special effects from wood grain, smooth, to matt or gloss finish.

We offer a free of charge site survey to discuss your options further, after which you will receive your full quotation, including specification and drawings to review.

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We will provide our expert advice to assist you along the process of designing and choosing the right bespoke automated electric gate that best suits your requirements and budget. We know this process is important to tailoring the services and products for you and is key to getting it just right.

Whether it be metal, wood or aluminum, swing or sliding electric gates, our knowledge of all the automated systems will ensure your requirements are met.

Over the years we have built good relationships and reputations with suppliers, ensuring top quality products are used.

Once your gate is installed, we maintain and service your automated electric gate to ensure the efficiency, safety and longevity.

From complete design and installation through to servicing & repair, we’re always happy to help.

Existing Electric Gate Takeover / Upgrade

We carry out full takeovers of existing electric gate automation. Alongside this service, we provide safety recommendations in line with the current regulations to help improve/upgrade your existing equipment.

You may already have an existing gate in place that you wish to automate or indeed upgrade, we will assist you on your specified design to develop your requirements.

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We will discuss with you our findings and recommendations to improve your system if required and to ensure the systems are left safe and compliant.

Access Control & Video Entry

Gaining access to your property is an essential part to your gate automation system, not only will it enhance security, it will allow you to control who enters or exits your property.

Exit Loop:
Without needing a code, remote fob or app, exit loops act as a trigger to open your gate or automated system for when the presence of vehicles are entering or leaving your property.

GSM Intercom Systems:
This type of intercom can call and receive any number of your choice if someone wishes to gain access to your property, for example, this could a delivery, visitors, or family and friends. By using a sim card within the device, you are able to respond remotely, even if you are not at the property.

Keypad Entry Systems:
By using a dedicated pin code of your choice to access your property, you will be able to control who you will allow authorised access. Keypad entry is also beneficial if you wish to regulate access to restricted access within the spaces of the property.

Video Entry Systems:
With a clear vision and audio you are able to grant or deny access to your property.

Entry & Exit Button:
Installed and connected to the gate or automated system, when pushed your system will momentarily release from the locked position, allowing entry or exit to your property.

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The access control systems we supply to work alongside your automation system vary from a simple kepad entry, audio intercom, through to GSM and hard-wired IP video intercoms.

Whether you wish to have a flush finish into a wall, fixed to an oak or metal post, this additional feature is convenient, easy to use and will compliment your gate.

Electric Traffic Barriers

Vehicle barriers are becoming more widely used, particularly where restricted vehicle access and unauthorised parking is a problem.

Barriers and bollards are more commonly used in car parks and commercial spaces to assist in the control of access, entering or existing the premises.

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We provide a range of reliable and resilient barrier automation suitable for both high duty car parks and more economical systems for smaller sites.

We provide and install automatic barriers with beams from two to eight metres in length to ensure all access routes are protected.

Electric Rising Bollards

Bollards are used to inhibit access and parking, increase pedestrian safety and also therefore improve security.

The rising bollard is a retractable, hydraulically powered barricade which helps to deter and protect against such things as ram-raiding.

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We have vast experience with installing automatic, pneumatic or semi-automatic traffic bollards. Traffic Light Systems can help with your traffic management requirements from simple system design to integrated security and traffic control installations.

Maintenance, Service & Repairs

We strongly recommend all automated systems including, electric gates, bollards and barrier systems are regularly maintained by a professional certified gate technician.

All of our contracted customers who maintain their electric gate and automate system annually will receive reduced call out rates.

Annual gate maintenance is essential in order to ensure the automated system continues to operate efficiently and all safety features are functioning correctly to prevent in-service failures that could cause major disruption to day-to-day operations.

Frequency:
Depending on the usage pattern, mode(s) of operation and business criticality, electric powered gates should be serviced, maintained and repaired at least once every 6-12 months.

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Depending on the usage pattern, mode(s) of operation and business criticality, electric powered gates should be serviced, maintained and repaired at least once every 6-12 months. We will carry out a comprehensive check of the system, detailing any defaults and ensuring the system is compliant to the current standards set by DHF.

The annual maintenance charge stipulated in your proposal does not include materials (should they be required), you will be notified and given a proposal for any recommendations / rectifications.

There will be occasions where your gate may need to be repaired due to vandalism, accidental damage, weather or environmental factors, you can contact us 24 hours for assistance and we will aim to get the system back up and running as soon as possible to avoid further disruption

Call-Out & Telephone Support

We offer a call-out service and telephone support, which operates 7 days a week to cover unexpected repairs, breakdowns and general assistance with your automated system. We will aim to rectify any issues over the telephone with you, however should these issues not be able to be resolved, we will arrange for a call-out to attend site to investigate further and put your system back in service within a reasonable time frame.
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We have vast experience with installing automatic, pneumatic or semi-automatic traffic bollards. Traffic Light Systems can help with your traffic management requirements from simple system design to integrated security and traffic control installations.

How we do it

With over 10 Years experience within the industry, SF Automation offer a unique and bespoke, high quality service. Our range of products and services include installations, service & maintenance & repairs.
Quote/estimate

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Design & planning

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Install & build

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After sales service & maintenance

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  • Maintenance
  • Service & Repairs
  • 24 Hour Call Out & Telephone Support
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The estimate

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Your requirements

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Fine-tuning

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Manufacturers We Install & Takeover

We install and takeover a variety of premium gate automation manufacturers such as CAME UK, Beninca, BFT, Videx, AES, Telguard, DoorBird and Roger Technology.

We carefully select the best products out there to offer and deliver to our customers security, durability and above all, reliability.

We’ve got you covered

With safety and compliancy reports on all systems, service & maintenance packages and call outs, you’ll never have to worry about a thing.

Contact us today if you require a free of charge survey, have a breakdown, require telephone support or have a general enquiry.

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