Rating of the best gate automation manufacturers for 2022

Gates that can open or close automatically save the driver from having to get out of the car, which is especially important in bad weather conditions, as well as under various domestic circumstances. Automated gates create a comfortable and easy entry and exit from the house or garage, significantly save time, especially when it comes to large enterprises and large traffic flows entering or leaving the territory. In addition, automation provides security by protecting the house, garage or any other premises from someone else's entry. Automation is controlled using a remote control key fob, its range is usually at least fifty meters, but if necessary, it can be increased using a special antenna. Automation is selected in accordance with the type of gate available, therefore, before proceeding directly to the review of manufacturing companies, it is worth dwelling in more detail on what types of gates exist on the market.

Types of automatic gates

Sectional doors

This is a universal type, suitable for installation in the enterprise, and for private use, for home or installation in garages, They are highly reliable, protected from the effects of adverse weather conditions. They can be controlled both automatically and manually, and the mechanism is designed for several openings per day and is highly resistant to heavy loads, which makes it possible to use the gate in industrial premises. The functionality of the gate can be expanded by installing additional door and window openings in them. Installation of automation on sectional doors requires compliance with the type of door lift - low, high or standard, inclined or vertical.

Chain and shaft drives are suitable for this type of gate. Shaft drives are more powerful, they are necessary when the blade is heavy, and also in case of high intensity loads. Chain drives are more used in everyday life, suitable for gates with a low and standard lift type.

Overhead gate

They are equipped with a lift-and-turn mechanism and can be installed in any type of room, as they are distinguished by simple operation and an optimal ratio of price and quality.Their canvas is a one-piece structure that occupies the entire space of the opening. The principle of opening is simple - moving along special guides, the gate changes its position from vertical to horizontal. Therefore, this type of gate implies the absence of any obstacles in the path of movement of the canvas.

Compared to other types, up-and-over doors do not retain heat as well, and the installation is only suitable for rectangular openings. If there is a partial breakdown, a complete replacement of the gate will be required. In addition, there are gates of the lifting-guillotine type - in this case, the canvas moves according to the guillotine principle from bottom to top along the outer wall of the room.

Sliding or sliding gates

This type of construction is highly reliable, weather resistant, and is best suited for installation in confined spaces. The gates are equipped with a durable mechanism that can withstand heavy loads.

Sliding gate automation is usually installed on a special drive platform or foundation. When choosing a drive, it is worth considering the weight of the gate.

swing gate

The design is silent and easy to open and close, but requires free space. Thermal insulation is supported by a plastic profile covering the gaps in the structure. Two types of drives are produced for swing gates - linear and lever (electromechanical, hydraulic).

Lever ones are not afraid of frost, equipped with a lever, they can open both outward and inward. Linear require less installation space. When selecting automation, it is necessary to take into account the area of ​​the door leaf.In addition, swing gate automation must be kept clean, especially in winter, cleared of snow.

Automatic rolling or rolling gates

Represent a flexible fabric, rolled into a roll. The design is characterized by increased thermal insulation, elasticity and strength, large dimensions (there are up to 11 meters wide and up to 9 meters high). At the same time, the gate is quite compact, due to the ability to roll up. Suitable for private use, on plots, in houses, garages and for large premises, enterprises.

They can be mounted outside and inside the premises, as well as in window openings - this way they will not only replace the shutters, but also provide security by protecting against penetration (relevant for residents of private houses and cottages, or living on the ground floor of the building).

The best gate automation companies

"CAME"

This Italian manufacturer of goods for the arrangement of territories, plots and garages, also automates the management of premises and is very popular in Russia. The company is known all over the world, Same products are distinguished by ease of operation, high quality structures, for the installation of which there are almost no restrictions. So, the company produces automation for any type of gate - sectional, up-and-over, swing and sliding gates. The power of the mechanism is enough for both private use and on an industrial scale. Particularly popular with buyers is the products of the Axi Brown series, a distinctive feature of which is compactness and the absence of protruding parts.The Krono product line is intended for wrought iron gates - the installed mechanism does not disturb the aesthetic appearance, and is in harmony with the wrought iron details. To install automation "Same" you need a stable power supply, so it is advisable to additionally install a voltage stabilizer.

The average cost is - 47,975 rubles. (from 16,000 rubles to 79,950 rubles)

• long range of the key fob-remote control;
• silent operation;
• high resistance to moisture, wind, frost;
• neat design with a pleasant design;
• in the presence of drives for 220V and 24V;
• opening time can be adjusted;
• automation is suitable for all types of gate configurations.

• high cost of products;
• opening angle is 90 degrees.

"FAAC"

A well-known Italian company for more than fifty years, engaged in the development and production of hydraulic and other types of drives suitable for any door configuration. The Faac company has opened 32 branches in different countries, has its own research center, where the creation, testing and improvement of automatic drives and parts for them takes place. Popular underground drives installed under the gate, such an installation hides the mechanisms from the eyes, does not spoil the appearance, saves space. In the event of a power outage, Faac's automation can be powered by a battery, and also allows you to open the gate manually.

In general, Faac products are of high quality and reliability, and meet the requirements of safety standards (national and international). Drives for private use, industrial, as well as barriers and barriers are produced.

The average cost is - 63,130 rubles. (from 16,480 rubles to 109,780 rubles)

• it is easy to purchase original products, thanks to a large number of company branches;
• long service life - from ten years and longer;
• in the presence of hydraulic and electromechanical mechanisms;
• drives are designed for gate leaves up to 7 meters wide;
• automation for 24 V and 220 V.

• high prices;
• the inscriptions on the remote control buttons are quickly erased;
• The remote control buttons are made of rubber and are damaged.

NICE

An Italian company that has been operating for 30 years and has been on the Russian market for more than ten years, and is one of the most popular brands of automation for gates and access controls. The company is engaged in the production of automation for gates of any configuration, barriers, security systems, constantly expanding the range of products. Nice equips its products with modern electronics, expanding the functionality of drives - automation has such functions as soft start and stop, it is possible to connect an uninterruptible power supply, as well as adjust the opening angle.

The automatic drive is easy to program as required by the user, but it requires mandatory grounding of the gate to ensure safety - in case of malfunctions, voltage can be transmitted to the gate leaves. A powerful drive is provided for sliding gates, capable of easily managing a door leaf weighing up to 1,200 kg, while the opening and closing speed is 37 cm / s, which is perfect for use on the territory of enterprises where overall transport is used.

The average cost is - 41,250 rubles. (from 8,350 rubles to 74,150 rubles)

• in the presence of drives of various types for any type of gate;
• linear mechanisms have a particularly narrow shape;
• the set includes two remote controls;
• automatic drives are equipped with a self-diagnostic system;
• in the event of a power failure, the actuators are equipped with an unlocking mechanism for manual opening.

• high cost of products;
• some mechanisms are not designed for active use;
• products are not suitable for use in the northern regions, since the minimum operating temperature is -20 degrees.

Marantec

German company engaged in the production of automation for domestic and industrial applications. Products are saturated with electronics, and connectors are suitable only for original control devices. The company has been known on the Russian market for more than 15 years, the most popular are drives for lifting gates. Marantec products are produced under the name Comfort and are divided into groups depending on power. In addition, the products are economical due to the fact that most of the products are equipped with a special Blueline technology designed to reduce energy consumption. Drives from this manufacturer allow you to save not only energy consumption, but also space - there are unusual vertical column drives (height is 1.3 m and 1.6 m).

Also, in the presence of automatic drives that do not depend on the mains and operate only from their own battery.The control panel of the device displays the battery level, if necessary, a solar panel can be connected to it so that the device is independently powered by solar energy. This unusual power supply is very convenient when using the device in large or remote areas.

The average cost is - 64,028 rubles. (from 14,060 rubles to 46,968 rubles)

• the company's products have been tested and fully certified;
• drives are suitable for private use and for industrial scale;
• drive motors are quiet;
• the start is quite smooth, soft, before closing the gate there is a slowdown;
• economy, energy saving.

• high prices;
• powerful automatic operators of the 800 and 880 series (for sliding gates) are too large.

Roger

Roger Technology is an Italian company that has been on the market since 1981 and manufactures premium products: high-end high-tech electronics, drives and accessories. The company owns the development of the "Brushless" digital motor, which can operate at a voltage of only 24 V.

All products are fully adapted to Russian operating conditions and are intended exclusively for private use. Automation radio channels from Roger Technology are distinguished by a high level of security and reliably protect the premises from unauthorized entry - only their owner can open the gate. As for the range of the remote control, it can be extended up to 150 meters by installing an optional antenna

There are also powerful drives for sliding gates, whose weight is at least 2 tons.In addition, the company manufactures drives for roller doors installed in openings up to 16 square meters. The drive housings are attractively designed in black or gray to suit any decor.

The average cost is 47,598 rubles. (from 15,872 rubles to 79,325 rubles)

• high quality products;
• long service life;
• motors operate as quietly as possible;
• automation has protection against magnetic interference;
• housings in black and gray for various designs.

• the buttons of the key fob-control panel are very sensitive, accidental pressing is possible;
• fragility of the plastic case of the control unit;
• high cost of production.

Hormann

The German company "Hormann" is one of the largest manufacturers of both automation and gates of various types, which can be ordered in accordance with the required dimensions. The company's products (sets of automatic drives) appeared on the Russian market not so long ago. The devices are equipped with BiSecur radio technology, which recognizes the state of the gate leaves, in addition, the automation is able to recognize any obstacle in the way of opening or closing, and if there is an obstacle in the way of the leaves, it automatically stops the movement of the leaf. Some actuators are commercially available with a ten-year warranty, which indicates the reliability of the device. Another feature of the products manufactured by Hormann is the design of accessories - for example, remote controls have a varnished surface, which helps to preserve the aesthetic appearance of the remote control for a longer time.

The average cost is 38,800 rubles. (from 16,400 rubles to 61,200 rubles)

• automation is completed with two control panels;
• long warranty period for products;
• silent opening and opening;
• lever drives are compact;
• fast paced work.

• high cost of products;
• in some cases, the program settings are reset.

doorhan

Russian manufacturer operating since 1994. Initially, the company was engaged in the manufacture of gates of various types, this was the main specialization, but then the company "Doorhan" expanded its product range by starting the production of automatic gate systems. The company's products include drives for sliding, swing, rolling gates, as well as automated equipment for hangar doors with a span of 10 to 20 meters.

Remote controls display the current status of the gate - the indicator tells you whether they are closed or closed, which allows you to control the state of the gate without going outside. This function is especially useful in case of adverse weather conditions. In addition, the remotes have a nice sleek design thanks to their slim design and top-mounted control buttons.

It is also worth noting that the automatic drives from Doorhan are adapted for operation in harsh weather conditions - in severe frosts (up to -40 degrees), the drives continue to function without problems and breakdowns.

The average cost is - 23,947 rubles. (from 7,107 rubles to 40,788 rubles)

• quiet operation of automation;
• the ability to remotely control the state of the gate;
• convenient form of the remote control;
• wide temperature range, where the minimum is -40 degrees, and the maximum is +50 degrees.

• the appearance of rust on galvanized structural parts;
• products for external fastening are made exclusively in black.

"BFT"

This company is part of a large company SOMFY, which has a leading position in the production and sale of automatic systems. Drives from BFT are suitable for private, domestic use, as well as industrial scale and placement in large enterprises and facilities.

On the Russian market, the brand is represented by a wide range of automatic systems suitable for all types of gates, as well as systems for integrated automation, control and security of control objects. Automation makes it possible to adjust the speed of opening and closing, has such functions as acceleration, deceleration, power supply from a single-phase network and a backup power source. The photocells are highly sensitive, allowing the leaves to stop in front of an obstacle, rather than directly colliding with it.

The "EELink" function (in-house developed by the company) allows you to program the system, and save the settings on your smartphone, so that in the event of a program failure, the user can easily return the data and restore the settings completely.

The average cost is - 71,450 rubles. (from 13,500 rubles to 129,400 rubles)

• the kit includes detailed and accurate instructions for mounting the drive;
• the presence of Fast-net technology for quick installation of the device on the gate;
• automation works with 220V and 24V;
• operation from a backup power source.

• remote controls are too bulky;
• there is no automation for roller doors.

Selection of automation systems

When buying automatic systems, you should be guided by the following main criteria:

Gate characteristics. This is the mass, type of gate, as well as the degree of their load. The motor power of the purchased automation, the speed of the opening and closing process, and the method of controlling the drive depend on these data. In a private area (house, plot, garage), the gates open several times a day, so you should choose the appropriate power of the automatic system intended for domestic use. If the gate is located at an enterprise or industrial facility (industrial building, warehouse, hangar, etc.), it is necessary to install a more powerful system designed for intensive use.

Complete set of the drive with additional devices. For example, such as control panels. Well, when several remote controls are included in the kit, the ability to control different gates from one remote control is equally important. Automatic systems for sliding and swing gates come complete with special beacons and sensors designed to warn with a signal about the presence of an obstacle in the direction of movement of the leaves, as well as to warn about the beginning of opening or closing the gate.

Price. If you order gates in one set with automation for them, the final price will be lower than if they were purchased separately. This is done by reducing the cost of delivery and installation of the structure.

Manufacturing firm. The most popular are European manufacturers, in particular German, Italian firms. They are characterized by an abundance of electronics, unique connectors for control devices, and high quality designs.German products have a high cost, Italian products have more reasonable prices, while not inferior either in quality or in reliability to their German competitors.

Automated gate systems allow you to ensure the safety of the territory, make control over it more comfortable, improve the operation of the gate, as well as save energy and time, which is important not only for industrial use, but also for domestic, private use.