Full customization ceiling electric drive garage doors includes

• adjustment of the extreme positions of the upper and lower
• regulation of the travel force of the web along the guides
• programming remote controls

Instructions for setting the end positions of the sectional-750 (SE-1200; Fast-750) electric drive blade

1_ Setting the upper end position of the garage door

Press and hold the “P” key until “1” lights up. Next, release and press “P” again, “1” will start flashing.

2_ Setting the lower position of the garage door leaf

Press and hold the “P” key until “1” lights up.

The final preservation of the upper and lower position of the garage door leaf:

By pressing the "+" key we set the number "1" on the display. Next, press the “P” key for 5 seconds. "0" appears on the display.

The programming is completely saved and completed.

SETTING UP THE REMOTE

Instructions for setting up the DorHan remote control for the Sectional-750 (SE-1200; Fast-750) ceiling drive

On the display of the electric drive, press and hold the R button. Another zero should appear for a second and go out.

After that, select the desired button on the remote control and press it twice. The remote is programmed!

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

Programming the remote control SE-750 (SE-1200); Adjustment of the upper, lower position and force of the gate.

WE CONFIGURE SLIDING AUTOMATIC GATES

Instructions for setting up the DorHan remote control for the drive sliding gates Sliding 800 (SL-300; SL-1300; SL-2100)

1.Hold down the programming key for the electric drive board.

The indicator should flash.

Release the key and press the button on the DorHan remote control (2 times) that you chose to open the device.

The remote control recording is finished.

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

Programming the remote control Sl-300 (Sl-800; Sl-1300; Sl-2100) new drive board; Drive board without protective casing.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC DRIVE DOORHAN SECTIONAL-750 PDF file format

Adjustment sectional doors Doing it yourself is becoming a frequent item that arouses the curiosity of garage owners, since compared to other designs, this type of gate is characterized by greater complexity of the mechanism and is more difficult to configure independently. Before choosing such a structure, the owner of the garage or other premises for which it is purchased must carefully study how to install such structures and adjust their progress, as well as in what ways the adjustment is carried out.

Spring mechanism, which will need to be adjusted

How to adjust garage doors with your own hands

The answer to the question of how to adjust an automatic garage door often lies in working with the cable included in the structure. It is very important to monitor the tension of this element. When a cable becomes tangled or changes configuration, it can lead to incorrect operation or deactivation of the entire system. You can make this adjustment yourself, without hiring professional workers from outside.

Here the position of the parts is adjusted with a wrench

What you need to pay attention to

Adjustments may be required due to different cases- be it self installation of this mechanism or significant errors made by the craftsmen. Pay attention to the following aspects:

• Characteristics of the inertial mechanism on springs. Here you need to take into account that the load on its parts increases when the cable is distorted in various ways - for example, breaking or sliding off the drum;
• Evenness of rising panels. Here, too, it is important that there are no distortions. They cause incorrect closing and greatly increase the risk of early wear or breakage of structural elements, as a result of which you will have to purchase a replacement;
• Quality characteristics of spare parts. You should only buy certified components manufactured by the same manufacturer.

Adjusting automatic gates

Checking the cables

Checking and adjusting the cables is a top priority when working with a sectional structure, because even a small degree of sagging triggers the process of deformation of the guides and the gate itself. It is necessary to check regularly and, if deviations are detected, begin adjustment work.

Sectional Tension Spring

What should you pay attention to when assessing the condition of the cables? These elements must be evenly fixed and must not fly off, break off or change position. If any deviations are found, you can usually correct them yourself. They do this in the following way:

• Place the dowels on the brackets located at the bottom. Firmly fix the drum and screw regulator;
• Then you need to change the position of the adjusting shaft until sufficient cable tension is achieved. Usually for this purpose it is necessary to make two full revolutions of the shaft. At the end of this action, the bolts located on the tension elements-tips are fastened to achieve sufficient fixation of the spring element. As a rule, the described actions are sufficient to eliminate sagging.

If these measures are not enough, it is permissible to simultaneously change the position of the shafts located on both sides. In this case, the shafts open and then the one that shows the weaker result begins to rotate. During the torsion of the first shaft, it is necessary to ensure that the second one is at rest. Then the shafts are rotated simultaneously and secured in the desired position.

Mechanism involving a cable. When setting it up yourself, it is important to tension it correctly to ensure safety

Adjusting garage doors with a split shaft

To adjust this design, the following sequence of operations is performed:

• You need to take the brackets located below and secure them to the wall as securely as possible;
• The key components are installed as carefully as possible. They must be placed on each section;
• The set screw is tensioned to ensure that the cable and drum are supported in a stable position;
• Now we need to eliminate the insufficient tension. The shaft rotates until the sagging fragments completely disappear. But this must be done slowly, monitoring the condition of the cable, since you need to stop in time so as not to provoke its rupture;
• Now you need to tighten the spring elements two or three turns (the number is approximate and is determined by the condition) to ensure that there is no return to sagging;
• Tighten the bolts securing the spring.

There is an option when the cables located on both sides are not tightened equally. What to do in this case? There is an option to rotate both rollers:

• Both coupling bolts must be loosened;
• The shaft that sags more must be turned, while making sure that the adjacent shaft does not change its position. If both shafts are sagging, the second one will also need work;
• Then you need to tighten the bolts that provide the coupling connection.

Automatic gates from the inside

Features of regulation of gates with a continuous shaft

If the garage door has this design, the adjustment procedure will take on a different look. The sequence of work will look like this:

• First you need to lift the work panel and support it (with the help of an assistant, for example) to loosen the support cable;
• After this, the screw responsible for the position of the cable will become visible. It needs to be unscrewed enough so that you can work with tension;
• Now you need to figure out the length of the cable. It must be set to such a minimum value that the sagging is completely removed, but there is no threat of tearing off this element. After this, it must continue to be fixed in the optimal position by tightening the fixing screw back;
• Then you need to lower the working panel again.

Upon completion of the procedure, it is necessary to check the elimination of sagging and the smooth movement of the door leaf. If a single application of the procedure was not enough, it must be repeated again. This design it is not simple, and the cable easily takes a non-working position, so the desired result may not be achieved immediately.

Sectional example of Dorhan for a garage

Rules for adjusting overhead sectional doors

When working with overhead gates, you must adhere to the following procedure:

• The design canvas must be placed in the lowest possible position;
• The brackets located below must be attached to the wall. In this case, you need to monitor the strength of the fixation, since these elements bear a large load;
• The keys are placed on the sections, while ensuring that there is no damage to certain elements of the gate;
• Tighten the screw to secure the drum;
• Turn the roller until the cable slack disappears. It usually takes one or two turns of the spring to completely retract it. It is important not to overdo it in order to avoid excessive tightening;
• Then the bolts are tightened to fully secure the structure.

If this method did not give adequate results desired result, you can work with this method:

• Unscrew the bolts for fastening;
• Turn the roller only in the direction where the sagging occurs;
• Screw the fasteners back.

Now you need to check the gate - it should function as expected. Regular carrying out of such work increases the service life of the structure.

Adjusting the Dorhan gate drive

This manufacturing company of enclosing structures is the oldest manufacturer in Russia of the described category of gates, so buyers of its products are often interested in how to tension the cable on doorkhan gates - in particular, those models that are equipped with an electric drive. Carrying out such an adjustment is a fairly standard procedure and is performed according to a scenario similar to similar procedures for gates of other brands. It should be taken into account that in some Dorkhan models chains are used instead of cables, but otherwise the mechanism of action of the structures is identical and is not burdened with specific problems. To adjust, follow the following algorithm:

• Look for the brackets located below. They need to be well secured to the wall. This needs to be done as reliably as possible, since this determines the degree of load they can handle;
• Now we need to fasten the sectional keys;
• Place the drum in the desired position and secure it using a special screw;
• Now the rollers are rotated until the hanging parts are finally removed. Carry out the procedure slowly, monitoring the condition of the cable and the degree of tension in order to avoid excessiveness, which threatens to break the cable;
• Twist the spring two or three turns to secure the cable;
• Special bolted ends are tightened for maximum fixation.

If you have purchased a gate design from the manufacturer Dorhan, you should not forget that this company is the largest manufacturer in the country of a large range of components and spare parts for the production of gates, and the parts that you will use in repair work, if possible, should also be manufactured by this company. There have been many recorded cases where the use of unsuitable components caused major problems during the operation of the gate and contributed to its premature wear.

Like other gate models, the works of this company come with a solid shaft and a split shaft. To tighten the cable, you must follow the recommendations described in the general case for these types of rollers. For split structures, the previously described mutual rotation of the rollers located on both sides is also suitable.

Adjusting the spring of sectional doors

The issue of adjusting this element of this design is extremely important for the reason that the functioning of the gate equipped with this mechanism greatly depends on this element. A properly adjusted spring will help resist sagging cables and premature wear of the structure protecting a garage or other building for utility or other purposes.

Adjusting the closing and opening of the structure is quite simple and can be easily done with your own hands without the involvement of a specialist. The whole point here is in the special bolts that come with the gate and can be screwed in and out. If necessary, you can buy such bolts at a specialized store.

To work with the spring, you need to reduce the tension of the bolts, and then start turning the roller that is located on the side where the hanging elements were formed in the position of the cable. Then the bolts need to be tightened back.

To the gate of this type served you as long as possible, you must remember to carry out preventive examination and tightening up sagging areas. In addition, it is advisable to carry out maintenance measures - clean the products from dirt with a soft cloth and clean elements that have been corroded. Then the structure will serve reliably and for a long time.

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A car as a means of transportation has become an indispensable attribute for many residents of megacities. Its service life and appearance are greatly influenced by operating and storage conditions. A garage equipped with a new generation of doors is a reliable haven for a vehicle.

Peculiarities

The products presented by Doorhan are in increasing demand. This company produces and manufactures a wide range of gates. It is noteworthy that the panels for such structures are produced directly in Russia, and are not imported from abroad.

Gates are installed by many car owners in their garages. Automatic adjustment, as well as configuration and programming of the key fob allows you to freely enter its storage location without leaving the car.

Distinctive feature The products of this company are reliable and have a long service life. The degree of its protection against unauthorized entry into the garage is very high. The purchase price is quite affordable.

Having the skills of installation and welding, you can install the gate yourself, without the help of specialists. It is necessary to follow the instructions step by step (it is necessarily included in the package of purchased products) and prepare for scrupulous preparatory work.

Species

The Doorhan company produces and sells almost all types of garage doors:

• sectional;
• roller (roller shutter);
• lift-and-swivel;
• mechanical swing and sliding (sliding).

Sectional doors Very practical for the garage. Their thermal insulation is quite high - no lower than that of brick wall 50 cm thick, they are strong and durable.

These products are available in various designs. The Doorhan company provides garage doors with a built-in wicket door.

Sectional doors are made from sandwich panels. The thickness of the canvas consists of several layers. The inner layer is filled with foam, which allows you to retain heat. Installation of such structures is possible in garages with small side walls.

Roller (roller shutter) the gate is a set aluminum profiles, which are automatically rolled up into a protective box. It is located at the very top. Due to the fact that the gates are placed vertically, their installation is possible in garages where the adjacent area (entry point) is small or there is a sidewalk nearby.

Your name lift-and-turn The gates were obtained due to the fact that their leaf (a shield with a system of rollers and locks) moves in space from a vertical to a horizontal position, forming an angle of 90 degrees. An electromechanical drive controls the movement process.

Sliding gates made of sandwich panels with a smooth or structured surface. The supporting beams of sliding gates are made of hot-rolled steel. All steel elements are coated with a thick layer of zinc. This provides protection against corrosion.

The most common gates are swing They open outwards or inwards. They have two doors that are mounted on hinges with bearings on the sides of the opening. In order for the gate to open outwards, it is necessary to have an area in front of the house of 4-5 meters.

The Doorhan company has developed and introduced high-speed rolling gates into production. A convenient point when using them intensively is the speed of the work process. Warmth inside the room is retained thanks to the ability of the gate to quickly open and close. Thermal losses are minimal. They are made from transparent polyester. This makes it possible to see the territory from the outside.

Preparation

Before purchasing gates manufactured by Doorhan, it is necessary to conduct a thorough analysis and preparatory work at the installation site.

Often, the adjacent garage area is not enough to install your favorite type of gate. It is necessary to correctly assess the situation (make calculations and measurements of all parameters, clarify what the structure will look like when assembled).

At the beginning of work, you should measure the height of the ceiling (the frame is attached to it) in the garage, as well as the depth of the building. Then they measure how wide the walls are. Then you need to find out what is the distance between the top point of the garage opening and the roof (maybe no more than 20 cm).

The opening is checked for defects. Cracks and unevenness should be eliminated by covering them with mortar, and then all unevenness should be leveled with plaster. This should be done on both sides of the opening - external and internal. The entire further range of work will depend on the quality of the prepared foundation.

Before you begin installing the gate, you need to carefully check its contents.

The kit includes the following mechanisms: sets of parts for fastening and guide profiles; torsion engine; sandwich panels.

You can independently install the purchased gates, tighten the cables, and program the automation if you have the following tools:

• tape measure and a set of screwdrivers;
• building level;
• drills with a set of drills and attachments;
• riveting tool;
• hammer;
• wrenches;

• jigsaw;
• knife and pliers;
• grinding machine.
• marker;
• devices for fastening profiles;
• screwdriver and bit for it;
• set of wrenches;
• tool for winding the spring coils.

You must be dressed in overalls, protective gloves and goggles.

All installation welding work, and also electrical connections carried out only with serviceable power tools.

Installation

The gate installation algorithm is clearly stated in the instructions of the company that produces them.

Installation of each type is carried out taking into account individual characteristics designs.

Sectional garage doors are installed according to the following scheme:

• the verticals of the opening are mounted;
• The load-bearing panels are fastened;
• install balancing springs;
• connect automation;
• handles and bolts are attached (to the gate leaf);
• regulate the tension of lifting cables.

After connecting the electric drive, the quality of the web movement is checked.

Let's take a closer look at the installation. At the very beginning, you will need to prepare and install the frame. When the gate is purchased, it must be removed from its packaging and unfolded to check for availability. Then they put it against the opening vertical racks and make a mark (bait) of the place where they will be located.

The sides of the lower part of the canvas must extend beyond the edge of the garage opening. If the floor in the room is uneven, metal plates are placed under the structure. The panels are installed only horizontally. Vertical profiles are installed along the lower section and the mounting points for the racks are fixed. A distance of 2.5-3 cm must be maintained from the end edge to the guide assembly.

Then racks are attached to both sides of the opening. The horizontal guides are fixed with bolts and corner connecting plates. They are twisted, pressing tightly to the surface. This is how the frame is assembled. Upon completion of this operation, they begin to assemble the sections themselves.

Gate manufacturers have made the assembly process easier. There is no need to mark or drill holes for the mounting panels, since they are already there. Install side supports, hinges and corner brackets (in the bottom panel). The structure is placed on the bottom panel, which needs to be adjusted horizontally, and secured with self-tapping screws.

Take the next section. The side holders need to be attached to it and connected to the internal loops. The side supports are placed in the previously made holes. After this, the roller supports, holders and corner brackets are fixed on the top panel. All elements are fastened very tightly to avoid breakage of structures and their loosening. The holes in the section should match the holes at the bottom of the hinges.

The panels are inserted into the opening one after another. Installation begins with the lower section; it is fixed into the guides with its sides. The panel itself should extend beyond the sides of the gate opening equally with its side edges. Rollers are placed on the corner brackets in the roller holders.

Separately, the fixing profiles are assembled in the room and installed in place in a vertical position. The racks are attached to the side parts of the opening. Afterwards, all horizontal and vertical guides are fastened with a special plate. A frame is formed. Periodically check the panel with a level to ensure it is positioned strictly horizontally.

After attaching the lower section, the middle one is attached, then the upper one. All of them are connected to each other by screwing the loops. At the same time regulated correct work upper rollers, the canvas at the top should fit as tightly as possible to the lintel.

The next step is to attach the support riser to the assembled gate with self-tapping screws.

On both sides of the section there are places for attaching a cable, which is fixed in them. In the future, it is used to operate the torsion mechanism. During operation, you need to install the rollers in the places intended for them. Afterwards the shaft and drum are assembled. The drum is installed on the shaft, and a torsion mechanism (springs) is also placed there.

Next, the upper section is installed. The shaft is fixed into a pre-prepared bearing. The free ends of the cables are secured in the drum. The cable is pulled into a special channel, which is provided by the gate design. The drum is secured with a special bushing.

The next stage of work involves adjusting the rear torsion springs. Buffers are installed in the middle of the opening, the crossbar is fixed to ceiling beam using mounting brackets. Further on outside Mark the place where the handle and valve will be attached. Fix them with a screwdriver.

A sleeve is put on the shaft, and a drive is placed on top of the guide and the entire structure is connected together. The bracket and rod are attached to the profile and everything is fastened with self-tapping screws.

The final installation operation is the installation of a guide profile, which should be located above all ceiling profiles. Next to the drive there is a beam with fasteners, on which the second end of the cable is ultimately fixed.

Tensioning the cables is the final stage of the entire work process. After this stage, the gate system, assembled and installed by yourself, is checked for functionality.

Automation of any structure is carried out using a drive and a control unit. The selection of the drive depends on the frequency of their use and the weight of the sashes. The connected automation is controlled using a key fob, programmed remote control, button or switch. The structures can also be equipped with an electric drive with a manual (knob) lifting system.

Sectional doors are automated using chain and shaft drives.

To lift heavy sashes, rollers are used. When the gate opening is low, chain gates are used. They regulate stopping and lifting of the blade. A coded signal device, a built-in receiver, and a radio button make these devices comfortable and very easy to use.

For sliding gates, hydraulic drives are installed. To ensure that the sections move smoothly, special rollers are used. In this case, the foundation must be prepared in advance for roller carriages.

In swing gates, electric drives are used for automation (connected to each leaf). The automation is located inside the gate, since it opens inward or outward. Each owner will decide for himself which automation to install on his gate.

In the operating instructions, Doorhan gate developers give advice on correct use their products:

Car owners overhead gates It is not recommended to park their cars close to the garage. A gate opening forward can damage the vehicle.

When choosing a design, you should pay attention to the appearance of the canvas. It will be the central component of the entire garage complex.

Pay attention to the garage walls. If they are made of ordinary brick, then there is no need to strengthen them. Walls made of foam blocks and other materials (hollow inside) must be strengthened. Their strength does not allow the gate to be inserted and the force of the torsion bar to be used. In this case, the frame is welded, which is inserted into the garage opening and fixed.

Very often, after installation, sectional doors require additional adjustment. And more precisely, in adjusting the cables. Why is this necessary? The fact is that unregulated gates deteriorate much faster and become unusable. Which in turn leads to unnecessary waste of money. So, first: What does adjusting a sectional door even mean?

The main idea is to eliminate possible slack and ensure that the cables are tensioned sufficiently, but, which is also very important, not overtightened.

I would like to immediately note that sectional doors come in two types:

• with continuous;
• with split shaft.

First, let's look at the installation algorithm according to the scheme: “adjusting sectional garage doors,” if you have a gate with a split shaft installed.

Algorithm of actions when adjusting cables

1. First of all, take the bottom brackets and securely fasten them to the wall. It is very important to secure them firmly, as they hold quite a lot of weight.
2. We install the key of the gate section. This must be done very carefully so as not to damage other parts of the sectional door.
3. After the key is installed, we fix the drum. This is done by tightening the set screw.
4. The next step is to turn the shaft until the sag disappears. This must be done slowly in order to stop in time. Since there is a possibility that you will overtighten the cables. Of course, this will require effort, but the possibility still exists.
5. To achieve complete absence of sagging, you need to wind the springs. Usually, for the cables to take their normal position, it is enough to make only two or three turns.
6. After the springs are adjusted, the bolt tips are tightened; this must be done in order to further secure the springs.

Adjusting the spring of sectional doors allows you to eliminate sagging cables, and, accordingly, premature wear of the mechanism. But, unfortunately, it does not always work. If this is your case, then you need to adjust the cables in a different way.

Loosen the bolts, then rotate the shaft on the side where there is sagging, and the opposite side must be held in its original position. Then you need to tighten the bolts again. This method is good because it always works, no matter whether you are adjusting Dorhan sectional doors or adjusting Alutech sectional doors.

How to adjust sectional doors with a continuous shaft?

This is a fairly simple process, so there is no need to describe a clear step-by-step solution to this problem. The gist is this:

1. You must remove the operating panel, after which you will see the screw that holds the slack cable.
2. Next, you need to loosen it and adjust the length of the cable; since you have some slack, it needs to be reduced.
3. After completing all these steps, you must screw the vit back, while holding the cable in the position you selected, and install the working panel back.
4. After the sectional doors are assembled into a standard form, you need to carefully evaluate each of the cables. After all, it may be that while you were tightening the screw, the cable weakened a little. In this case, you will have to repeat the entire procedure from the very beginning.

Using the above methods for adjusting sectional doors, you can always keep them in excellent condition, and only in this case will they serve you for many years without upsetting you frequent breakdowns. But it is still worth checking the tension of the cables from time to time, because over time it may weaken and then you will need to tighten them again.

An automatic drive is an invention that allows you to open a gate by pressing a button on the garage wall or remotely from a remote control. True to equip entrance structure automation, you need to have a clear understanding of the gate structure. Another condition for trouble-free operation of the drive is correct installation and equipment setup.

Design and principle of operation of automatic gates

The design and operation of automatic gates is determined by their type. And the doors located on the territory of the house are:

• lifting (sectional, lift-and-turn and roll);
• retractable;
• swing.

Sectional doors

Automatic sectional doors look like a structure with a leaf that, when opened, goes up, that is, along special guides it is retracted under the ceiling of the room.

Sectional doors are absolutely safe to use, because when opened, the door leaf is retracted upward

The main advantages of sectional doors include:

• compactness, because when open, the doors do not reduce the area of ​​the garage or other building;
• safety of operation, since the lifting canvas cannot damage the hood of the car, which sometimes happens when using a swing structure;
• security against hacking is at the proper level;
• reliable thermal insulation.

But automatic lifting sectional doors also have a rather significant disadvantage - they can be installed only in rooms with a small area.

Up and over gates

Automatic up-and-over gates differ from sectional gates in the design of the leaf. It is a single piece that covers the entire opening space. Such a sash moves up along the guides and changes its position from vertical to horizontal. Gates with a solid leaf are characterized by the same advantages as a sectional design, but are considered the best option, since they do not release any heat and effectively protect the room from intruders.

Up and over doors allow less heat to pass through and are more vandal resistant than sectional doors

Rolling gates (roller shutters)

At automatic roller gates main element- this is a soft fabric made from aluminum plates, a drum onto which the material is wound, and a box to protect the entire structure. Among the advantages of such gates it should be noted:

• wide size range(the permissible width of the canvas is 12 meters, and the height is 10 meters);
• compactness (compressed);
• Possibility of installation in any premises, not excluding garages and shopping malls.

True, rolling gates cannot be called reliable, since their strength is very questionable.

Rolling gates can cover large openings, but they are not strong enough

Sliding gates

Automatic sliding gates of the cantilever type consist of a leaf that provides access to the room, going to the right or left side of the opening to the building wall or fence. This design is equipped with roller supports, partially hidden in the foundation and responsible for moving the sash. The rollers are protected by a beam that protects them from moisture.

When the sliding gate is closed, the door leaf is located above the opening - at a distance of a centimeter from the ground. Special guides attached to the fence supports or to the wall of the room are responsible for opening the gate.

The sliding gate leaf moves along a special rail fixed to the foundation

Owners of buildings with sliding gates usually point to the following undeniable advantages of the design:

• installation in an opening up to 12 meters wide;
• the ability to easily open the gate both automatically and manually;
• impeccable thermal insulation;
• ideal strength.

Swing gates

Swing gates with an automatic drive are a design with two reliable leaves that are supported on hinges and attached to both sides of the opening. To open such gates by pressing a button, you need to install two electric drives. A hinged structure can provide access to a room by retracting the doors both inside and outside the building.

Swing gate leaves can open both inward and outward

The main advantages of automatic swing gates include:

• ease of construction;
• ease of installation work;
• Possibility of use in any conditions.

The only thing that is not in favor of swing gates is their relatively inconvenient operation.

Preparation for construction: drawings and diagrams

When planning to build a gate, be sure to make a drawing that reflects the dimensions and location of the main parts of the structure. If you plan to build swing gates- the most popular option is that before drawing up the diagrams they think about what the length of the valves will be. In this case, the width of the roadway and the type of car are taken into account (in the case of constructing a garage door).

The length of the swing gate leaves should be selected taking into account the width of the entrance area

Typically, swing gates have doors that are 1.5–2 meters long. A standard height the canvas, regardless of the type of structure, is considered to be about two meters.

The frame and leaves of swing gates are usually made of metal profile or square pipe

Material selection

When thinking about a project to create automatic gates, you should pay attention to the choice of material for the door leaf. The doors of a structure that opens automatically must be lightweight, which means that it makes more sense to construct them from corrugated sheets, polycarbonate or sandwich panels.

Sandwich panels provide good thermal insulation interior space and weigh little

Often, when constructing automatic gates, profiled sheets are used, which has earned popularity due to its many advantages:

• light weight;
• big and interesting choice painting (for example, coating with imitation natural stone or wood);
• reasonable cost;
• long service life;
• easy installation.

In addition, when preparing to build automatic gates, you need to take a serious approach to choosing an electric drive mechanism. You will have to decide which automation is more suitable for the doors or the door leaf - lever or linear.

Linear actuators are more compact and are installed on metal poles

If we evaluate drives by appearance, then a linear mechanism that is compact will seem best. True, it is not customary to install it on wide pillars and for automatic opening doors that are retracted indoors.

Lever drives are used on gates with wide stone pillars and leaves that open inward

To decide on the choice of electric drive, you need to measure the distance between inside post and loop. When this value is no more than 1.5 cm, a linear drive is used. If the indicator is different, then the gate is equipped with a mechanism lever type, the cost of which is slightly higher.

Material calculation and tool preparation

Swing gates, which are installed much more often than sliding or lifting structures, are assembled from the following components:

• bolt;
• support pillars on which the doors will be supported;
• frame made of metal elements;
• doors;
• garage hinges;
• door handles;
• two electric drive.

In addition, you will need various materials and fastening elements:

• reinforcement rods with a diameter of 1.4 cm;
• two iron pipes with different sections (60x40 mm and 40x20 mm);
• sheets of material for lining the doors;
• 2 pipes, the cross-section of which is 10x10 cm;
• mortar of cement and sand;
• solvent, primer and alkyd enamel;
• electrode;
• three-wire cable;
• self-tapping screws for fastening metal parts;
• mounting plates (for drives);
• brackets and dowels;
• polyvinyl chloride tubes with insulating material inside.

To make the frame and leaves of swing gates you need metal pipes different sections

To mount the gate and install automation, you need certain tools:

• angle grinder;
• shovel;
• welding machine;
• drill;
• screwdriver;
• measuring tape, building level and ruler;
• brush for metal processing;
• paint brush;
• indicator screwdriver;
• insulating tape;
• hammer and pliers;
• residual current device.

Step-by-step instructions for making automatic gates

Making a gate involves performing a number of actions:

Choosing automation for swing gates

Both linear and lever automation are suitable for swing gates. The first option consists of two electric drives with a worm gearbox or hydraulic mechanism inside. In some cases, installation of linear automation is impossible, and therefore a lever drive is installed on the gate - massive and robust construction, requiring deep seating of the valves. Lever-type automation is an excellent solution for swing gates made up of leaves up to 5 meters wide.

The drives intended for sliding gates are the same: they consist of a mechanism with a drive gear and a rack fixed to the leaf. The motor of such automation sets the rack in motion and thereby changes the position of the gate. It is launched by pressing the necessary buttons on the control panel, which is located on the side of the door structure.

Drive installation

Swing gates will open automatically if you do the following:

Wiring diagram for connecting automation

Setting up automation

For the automation to work, you need to connect it according to the diagram supplied with the drives. Typically, setting up the gate opening mechanism comes down to the following:

1. A special plastic cover is placed on the engine, screwing protective coating with a regular screwdriver.
2. A board is mounted into the red connector, with switch “1” set to the “off” position, and switch “2” to the “on” position.
3. The wires are connected to the red connectors, fixing wire jumpers between the desired contacts.
4. A key fob code reader is connected to the automation.
5. Check the operation of the drives.

Video: installing automation on swing gates

There will be no problems with the operation of automatic gates if you use them following certain rules:

• ensure that nothing interferes with the operation of the gates, that is, clear the gate movement area;
• if necessary, carry out structural repairs, that is, replace worn parts, lubricate moving parts and adjust the mechanism;
• In case of any malfunction of the drive, contact specialists, because any equipment can unexpectedly fail.

Video: DIY swing gates

Placed in a garage or other room automatic gates, you can operate them without any hassle. For example, to put a car in a garage, you just need to press the desired button while sitting behind the wheel and wait for the doors to automatically open. It is very convenient and practical.

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