5 reasons to use Gatesafe

26 Mar 5 reasons to use Gatesafe

We don’t just manufacture, supply and fit finger door guards to keep people of all ages and from all walks of life safe and free from serious injury. Powered gates may be convenient, secure and efficient but they present a number of safety challenges without the right precautions. That’s where our Gatesafe product comes in handy!

As the name suggests, Gatesafe is a finger hinge protection solution for gates. Read on to discover just five reasons why it makes perfect sense to fit Gatesafe on your domestic, commercial or industrial gate…

1. It prevents trapping injuries

Finger trapping injuries are a huge problem in the UK and the rest of the world. While most of us have been there and got the t-shirt, the severity of door-related finger injuries can have a lasting impact for those affected.

An injury to the fingers or hand could make completing everyday tasks a struggle, with the most severely injured unable to tie their shoe laces, type, hold a phone or grasp eating utensils. If the injury is so severe that the affected digit needs to be amputated, there are more lifelong side effects to face. Finger amputations have been linked to chronic elbow pain, migraines and mental health issues.

Due to the heavy duty nature of a powered gate mechanism, the long-term symptoms of finger entrapment are yet more troubling. Prevent these lifelong restrictions by fitting Gatesafe on your powered gate system.

2. It keeps you compliant

The installation of Gatesafe will not only prevent injury but keep your automated gate fully compliant as Innovate Security reveals:

“Doors should have finger trap protection. This also applies to gates. Young children are involved in a disproportionate number of finger trap accidents. The same can be said for gates. Protection should extend to within 15mm of the bottom of the door. Again, this should be the same for gates. There should be three hinges on every door, as this will prevent catastrophe if one part fails.”

By complying with this new British Standard for automated gates, you’ll be doing your bit to prevent the thousands of serious yet preventable finger trapping injuries that happen in the UK every single year.

3. It’s easy to fit

Whether fitting as part of a new automated gate installation or retrofitting to an existing system, you can rest assured that Gatesafe is simple to install. The product comes in two-metre lengths, making it easy to cut and customise to accommodate almost any gate.

Gatesafe can be fitted to the push and pull side of the hinge gap of the gate as well as to gate pillars and posts to safeguard the fingers, arms, head and body from entrapment.

4. It’s suitable for most gates

Our Gatesafe protectors are compatible with a wide range of gate types, this includes automated and manual gate systems as well as those used for consumer or commercial purposes. Gatesafe can also be fitted with ease to gates hung on hinges or eyebolts.

5. It’s made to last

Our Gatesafe hinge protectors provide a long-term solution to your gate safety needs. They deliver heavy-grade, robust protection, and an aesthetically pleasing aluminium trim finish. They’re also UV and high impact resistant.

Want to find out more about the perks of installing Gatesafe on your premises? Check out our brochure for further details or contact our team for support.