We must determine whether the existing post/piers are sturdy enough to withstand the proposed operators' constant forces and any "potential wind loading" that could damage the gates, piers, and posts. We recommend either rebuilding stone or brick piers with appropriate steel reinforcement or installing new steel or timber posts between or behind an existing pier if they are not strong enough.

NB: Timber posts are subject to twisting, splitting, and warping - our best advice is to specify steel posts – if aesthetics is critical, we can over clad the steel posts with matching timber board.

Typical delivery/installation lead-times from order placement are:

Automation/Access Control - 'supply only '– 24 to 48 hours

Existing Gates/Suitable Power already in place – 1 to 5 working days

Gate Express - 21 days approximately

New Steel/Timber Gate Systems - 4 to 6 working weeks

Aluminium Gate Systems - 6 to 8 working weeks

What power supply is required?

For domestic and residential use:

Single Phase, 240 volts, 13 amps, RCD protected circuit

For industrial and commercial use:

Single or Three Phase.

Note: Your electrician must be Part P certified and will specify the correct cable rating. All power supplies will need to conform to the latest IEE regulations.

Certainly, we are completely flexible and will scope/price the work according to who does what. Customers often undertake preparation work etc. within their skill capacity.

We can discuss the project requirement in detail during the site survey and come to an agreement.

More often now aluminium gate systems are able to be bolted to concrete pads and therefore a quicker installation can take place.

The simple answer is yes, this is perfectly possible, but the gate design, operating method and size will be a major factor for deciding if there might be an issue or additional measure might be required to deal with the wind exposure. This would be the same for any other material of course like timber or steel.

Solid entrance gate designs and wider sets of swing gates will have far more intense wind loading on the gate panels when closed than any open slatted designs. A solid design, but a sliding gate mechanism will not have the same potential issues as a pair of swing gates and the forces needed to keep them closed in high winds. Sliding electric gates will take a lot more wind load and are also better for preventing forced entry too. They slide closed and the front profile of the gate usually sits in a vertical C section which holds the gate leaf absolutely solid, providing more security as well.
Another issue with swinging entrance gates in exposed and windy areas is the gate motors have to be adjusted to ensure they can fight against the wind loads and this will mean the safety methods have to be robust too, simply to prevent crushing when closing or in some cases when opening against a wall or fence. Wind is a big enemy of larger gates and the sliding gate teds to resolve most of the issues faced

So, yes is the answer, but it depends on the design and operating method.

From the day of order between 2-3 week to complete the project. 

If you are just automating existing gates then you do not need planning permission.

If the gates open onto a private road or unadopted driveway, a maximum height of 2 metres isgenerally acceptable without planning permission..

You will usually need planning permission if the proposed driveway gates open onto a public highway or pathway or the gates exceed 2 metres high.

If you property is listed or your proposed gate is within the curtilage of a listed building then planning permission may be required, or the gates might well need to be in a specific style, colour or material. The same applies if your property is in a conservation area, or in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Local authorities may differ in their views and recommendations..

AGD systems can assist in drawings or CGI images to present for approval of new entrance gates

Ground works like post hole foundations, lifting/relaying blockwork, and ducting between piers can be included in our installation.

However, if new construction is required, such as the construction of piers, the laying of driveways, extensive groundwork, or a new power supply, we can recommend several builders with whom we have previously collaborated on installations.

If we are talking about hinged wooden swing gates, then one very important factor is the specification of the supporting posts for the gates. That assumes the gate leaves themselves are of a high quality and specification and in a hardwood timber species, which would also means they are heavy.
In many cases we always recommend using galvanised steel box section steel gate posts for optimum stability and the posts can be clad in the same timber species as the gates. This ensures the strength and stability is maintained throughout the lifespan of the gates and there is no movement or splitting either in the posts.

Wooden gates for large entrances do need to be built with a high specification and sometimes need specific reinforced fixing points for the relevant electric motor drive units.

For most electric wooden gates, whether swing or sliding there are not any real special issues when installing compared to steel or aluminium gates..

Whilst it is possible, if you have sufficient skills, it is highly recommended you engage the services of a professional gate company and engineers who will not only have the relevant skills from many years of training, but they will also have special equipment required too.

Electric gates installed incorrectly can be very dangerous indeed and every electric gate ideally should be specified with the correct safety device features based on the site, the users and the gate style and size and mechanism. This is best sorted by a professional who has years of experience and also can perform the final testing required to certify the gate as safe and compliant with UK regulations..