Safety
Safety is a very important part of any automation system. SEA safety devices include:
Photocells.
The most common type of device used to provide ‘hold open’ safety. Photocells work by emitting an infrared beam across the driveway. The infrared beam is constantly monitored by the photocell receiver unit, if the beam is interrupted (broken) the receiver unit sends a signal to the electronic control unit. Normally, photocells are used to prevent the gates from closing but they are sometimes used to signal the gates to open. SEA produce both domestic and solid aluminium anti vandal units.
Vehicle Induction Loop Detector.
Induction loops can be used to provide ‘hold open safety’ or ‘start’ inputs to open the gate systems. It consists of a coil of cable (loop) set just below the drives’ surface. The tails of this loop are wired back to the ‘electronic detector unit’. When a vehicle passes over the loop, the metalwork of the passing vehicle causes the detector unit to change state and signal the automatic gate system to perform the programmed action.
Safety Edges.
2 metres long with integral trigger wire and switch. These items are commonly used to provide safety on sliding gate systems.
Safety Gate.
A patented safety device for swing gates that measures the speed of rotation, providing greater levels of safety where pedestrian access is required. Full compliance with European safety regulation please contact for additional information.