PAS 68 vs IWA-14 Explained
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- PAS 68, IWA 14, Impact Testing, Vehicle Security Barriers
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We look at PAS 68 vs IWA-14 Gate Safety Standards. This article explains the key differences in vehicle crash testing standards and how they optimise hostile vehicle mitigation. PAS 68 is the UK’s flagship crash-test specification for hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) products such as bollards, blockers and gates. Published by the British Standards Institution in 2005 and revised in 2013, it dictates how products must be installed, impacted...
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Choosing the Right Safety Edge For Automated Gates
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- Automated Gates, Safety Edge, European Standard
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Choosing the right safety edge for automated gates is crucial for safety, compliance, and peace of mind. Discover how the right choice can prevent accidents and ensure reliable operation. A safety edge is a touch-sensitive strip fixed to the moving parts of an automated gate. Inside the robust rubber profile sits a pressure or resistive sensor that continuously monitors its own circuit. When the edge meets an obstruction, the circuit changes...
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How Often Should You Service Your Gate
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- Gate Servicing, automated gates, Powered Gates, Servicing Schedule, What Happens During a Gate
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How often should you service your gate? Discover expert maintenance tips to keep your gates operating smoothly, ensuring safety and longevity for your property. Regular servicing keeps your gate operating safely, smoothly, and reliably. Whether it protects a home, funnels deliveries at a busy warehouse, or secures a multi-unit development, a gate is a working machine exposed to weather, vibration, and repeated movement. Lubricants dry out,...
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EN 12453 Checklist
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- EN 12453, Checklist, Safety Devices, powered gates, powered doors
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Ensure your powered gates meet safety standards with our EN 12453 Checklist. Protect users, reduce liability, and demonstrate compliance efficiently. EN 12453 defines the essential safety requirements for powered gates, doors and barriers across Europe. Complying is not optional: it is a legal prerequisite under the Machinery Directive and many national regulations. Beyond avoiding prosecution, a structured checklist protects end-users,...
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