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When deciding where to put your gate remember that it should be far enough off the street to minimize traffic disruption.

Do You Need An Entry System?
An entry system is a telephone, intercom, or touch pad system that allows your guests, deliveries, and the mailman to either notify you they are at the gate or punch in a code that allows them access.

These systems can be attached several different ways to allow easy access to your guests. Your gate comes with two transmitters (remotes) allowing you to open the gate from your car.

Do You Need A Free Exit System?
Free exit systems are very convenient when your guests are leaving. They work in two different ways.

The exit loop, cut into your driveway, detects a large mass of metal and opens the gate when a car drives over it. If you haven't already poured your driveway, the loop can be set and concrete or asphalt poured over.

The exit probe, laid in conduit along side of your driveway, detects motion and opens the gate when a car drives by it.

Dimensions
In order to properly determine the dimensions for your gate order you must measure the following:

1. Driveway width.
2. Driveway slope - remember, we can contour the bottom of the pickets to match the slope in your road.
3. Curb height - if you have curbs measure them on both sides of the driveway at the gate site.
4. Operator setback.

A Few Location Notes
When possible, locate far enough off the street to minimize traffic disruption while you or guests wait for gate opening. Check local codes as there may be a setback requirement in your area.

1. Set operator and catch post back from the curb 18" (if possible) to minimize effect of slight overhang of gate in open position. Though this is not necessary and may not be possible in many situations, large trucks with extensive overhangs may not always be careful and could catch the barrier if not paying attention. Though this seldom occurs, it is a consideration when laying out your system.
2. Be sure no overhead obstruction will interfere with the opening of the gate. The barrier height can be determined by adding the length plus the height. For example, an 18' barrier 6' high will be 24' tall, above and slightly in front of the operator, when fully open.

A Correct Fit
The easiest way to assure a correct fit is to provide VertiGate with a dimensioned elevation drawing as well as a plot (overhead) drawing. We will gladly help you with final dimensions.