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Explore the latest automatic gate industry news, expert advice and installation tips from Powered Gates Australia. Our blogs cover sliding gate motors, swing gate automation, boom gate barriers, solar-powered systems, access control and gate safety, helping you choose the best gate automation solutions for residential, commercial and industrial applications.

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How to Automate a Manual Swing Gate: What to Know Before You Buy

A practical guide to automating your existing manual swing gate, covering motor types, measurements, power options, safety standards, and access control to help Australian homeowners and trade prof...

automatic gatesBFT launches updated Deimos range of sliding gate motors

BFT launches updated Deimos range of sliding gate motors

BFT has taken its popular Deimos sliding gate motor range to the next level with a series of significant upgrades designed to improve installation, performance and overall reliability.

automatic gatesAutomating Manual Swing Gates - A Complete Guide

Automating Manual Swing Gates - A Complete Guide

Upgrade Your Manual Swing Gates to Automatic — A Complete Guide Swing gates are a timeless and elegant way to secure your property. But if you're still manually opening and closing them every day, ...

automatic gatesThe Best Sliding & Swing Gate Motors in Australia for 2026

The Best Sliding & Swing Gate Motors in Australia for 2026

Automatic gate motors make coming and going a breeze, but choosing the right one matters.

automatic gatesNeed a real heavy duty industrial sliding gate opener?

Need a real heavy duty industrial sliding gate opener?

The Beninca monster! For sliding gates up to 16,000kg! Introducing our latest industrial sliding gate motor, purpose-built for the most demanding applications. There's big. There’s bigger. And then...

automatic gatesWhich Centsys Sliding Gate Motor is for you?

Which Centsys Sliding Gate Motor is for you?

Powered Gates Australia offers various CENTSYS models, such as the D3 SMART, D5 Evo, D5 SMART, D6 SMART, D10 SMART, and D20 SMART, catering to different gate weights and applications. They also pro...

automatic gatesSwing Gate Motors - Australia's top picks! - Powered Gates Australia

Swing Gate Motors - Australia's top picks!

When it comes to securing your property, choosing the right swing gate motor is crucial for convenience and safety. In this blog, we delve into four of the best models on the market: the Beninca To...

automatic gatesSwing Gate Motor Repair or Replacement - Automatic Gates Melbourne - Powered Gates Australia

Swing Gate Motor Repair or Replacement - Automatic Gates Melbourne

Are your Automatic Swing Gate Motors not working properly? MELBOURNE BASED GATE MOTOR REPLACEMENT There could be various reasons for this issue. Firstly, what brand of automation are you using? Som...

automatic gatesAustralia's best range of Sliding & Swing Gate Motors - Powered Gates Australia

Australia's best range of Sliding & Swing Gate Motors

Australia's best range of Automatic Sliding & Swing Gate Motors for Residential & Industrial applications backed by warranty and technical knowledge of the Powered Gates Australia team

automatic gatesAutomatic Gates & Fencing - How much does it cost? What to look for in a gate - Powered Gates Australia
automatic gatesNow in South East Melbourne - Designer Fence & Automatic Gate Packages - Powered Gates Australia

Now in South East Melbourne - Designer Fence & Automatic Gate Packages

Powered Gates Australia - Melbourne's premier automatic gate company now servicing and installing Automatic Gates and Fences in Melbourne's South Eastern suburb's

Automatic Gate Service in Melbourne

Melbourne Gate Service Every machine or automation system requires some form of maintenance. By servicing your automatic gate, you are extending the life of your gate system and ensuring the best p...