Request a Quote for a Child-Safe Sliding Gate Installation

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A child safe gate installation combines a gate that stops or reverses when it meets resistance, a closing design with no finger-trap gaps, and clear, well-placed controls kept out of children's reach. Request a quote from Techno Kol Uzi with photos and measurements, and we will review your site and recommend the right safety features.

Why Child Safety Matters at Your Gate

Driveway gates move heavy steel with real force, and children are often unaware of the danger. A gate that closes quietly can trap a small hand, a foot, or a head between the leaf and a post. Many families only think about gate safety after a near miss, so it is worth planning it from the start.

The good news is that most risks can be designed out. Careful choice of gate type, spacing of bars and controls, and the right sensors protect children without making the gate harder for adults to use every day.

Choosing Between a Sliding and a Swing Gate

Electric sliding gates travel along a track, so there is no swing arc that a child could walk into. They are often a good choice where space is limited. Swing gates need a clear sweep area and extra care around the hinge side and the gap where the two leaves meet.

Sliding: no swing zone, but watch the track and the closing edge.
Swing: needs open space, and sensors on both leaves are important.

Tell us about your entrance when you request a quote so we can suggest the best option for your site.

Safety Features to Ask About

A well-built electric gate should include obstacle detection that stops or reverses movement when the leaf meets resistance. Photocell beams at the closing path add another layer, so the gate will not close while someone is passing through. Ask for an emergency release so the gate can be operated by hand during a power cut.

Key features

Obstacle detection with automatic reversal
Photocells across the full closing path
Controls mounted out of child reach
Safe, tight spacing in bars and panels

Design Details That Prevent Injuries

Gaps and openings are where most child injuries happen. Panel and bar spacing should be planned so small fingers and heads cannot become trapped, and closing edges should be shaped to avoid pinch points. Pay attention to the gap between the gate and the post, and to any space where a child could climb.

Our team measures your site on location and drawing a written specification before production, so these details are settled before any steel is cut. Exact dimensional values are checked with your engineer against the applicable standard.

Installation and Finishing Considerations

Even the best gate depends on a correct installation. The track or hinges must be level and firmly fixed, the motor must be mounted securely, and all sensors must be aligned and tested before handover. Ask the installer to walk you through the controls and to show you how the safety features respond.

Our gates are made in our Tel Aviv factory, where we use hot-dip galvanizing and powder coating for long-lasting protection against weather and corrosion. We coordinate production and installation so your gate arrives ready to operate safely.

How to Request Your Quote

Getting a useful quote starts with good information. Send us photos of the entrance, the width of the opening, the ground slope, and any existing posts or walls. Tell us if you have young children or a frequently used pedestrian gate nearby, as this affects the recommended features.

Photos of the entrance from two angles
Opening width and height
Power supply location
Preferred gate type and finish

We will arrange an on-site measurement and send a written specification for your approval.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most important feature in a child safe gate installation?

Obstacle detection that stops or reverses the gate when it meets resistance is one of the most important features. Combined with photocells across the closing path, it greatly reduces the risk of trapping.

Is a sliding gate safer than a swing gate for children?

A sliding gate has no swing arc, so it avoids one common hazard. It still needs proper sensors and careful design at the closing edge, so the right choice depends on your site.

Where should the gate controls be placed?

Keypads, remotes receivers and switches should be mounted out of a child's reach and away from the gate path. Placement is agreed during the on-site measurement.

How do I start a quote request?

Send us photos of the entrance and the opening dimensions, and mention any young children at home. We will arrange a site measurement and send a written specification for your approval.

Common mistakes to avoid

Families often choose a gate based only on looks and forget the closing edge, sensors, and control placement. Skipping a site measurement and testing of safety features after installation are also common and avoidable errors.

Our recommendation

Ask for obstacle detection, full-path photocells, and an emergency manual release, and insist that the installer demonstrates each one before handover. Have the control placement and bar spacing checked against your children's height and habits.

Summary

A child safe gate installation depends on the right gate type, safe spacing, obstacle detection, and correctly placed controls. Request a quote with photos and measurements so we can plan these details for your entrance.

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