What exactly is a gate indicator used for?

When you have a gate, the indicator is an essential element to consider. But what exactly is its purpose? In this article, we’ll explain the purpose of a flasher for your automatic gate or automated opening and why it’s important to have one. Find out how this accessory can contribute to its smooth operation and everyone’s safety.

 

The functions of a gate indicator

A gate indicator is an essential part of an automatic gate. It provides a visual signal to ensure the safety of users and passers-by. In addition to signalling gate movements, the flashing light can also indicate the status of the system itself. For example, it can flash rapidly in the event of a fault or malfunction in the gate’s operating mechanism.

 

The importance of using a direction indicator with an automatic gate

Using a gate indicator: essential for safety and convenience

As we’ve seen, the flashing gate indicator ensures safety and facilitates the use of automatic gates. This luminous device plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of these installations, signalling to users the various stages in the opening and closing process.

Improving safety

L’un des principaux avantages de l’utilisation du clignotant portail est d’améliorer considérablement la sécurité des personnes et des biens. En effet, lorsque le portail s’apprête à se mettre en mouvement, le clignotement lumineux attire l’attention des usagers, les alertant ainsi sur l’imminence du mouvement. Cela permet d’éviter les accidents potentiels tels que les collisions avec les véhicules ou les piétons qui se trouvent à proximité.

De plus, lorsqu’un obstacle est détecté par le système de sécurité intégré au portail automatique, le clignotant peut également être programmé pour émettre une alerte visuelle spécifique afin d’avertir immédiatement toute personne présente dans son champ d’action.

Ease of use

In addition to its undeniable safety role, the gate flashing light also offers great convenience to users. By visually signalling each stage of the opening/closing process (e.g. starting the motor, beginning or ending the movement), it enables users to quickly understand what is happening when their control is activated.

This feature is particularly useful in situations where visibility may be reduced, such as at night or in bad weather. By providing clear, visible indications, the gate indicator makes it easier to interact with the automatic gate and helps users to feel confident when using it.

 

Choose a Prastel automatic gate indicator

The manufacturer Prastal offers its customers specific indicators, such as FeboLight . This flashing light is designed to improve the safety and visibility of automatic gates. It has a modern, durable design and is easy to install. FeboLight is equipped with 24 bright LEDs that flash when the gate opens or closes, attracting the attention of passers-by and drivers. It helps prevent accidents by clearly signalling gate movement. It also has the advantage of being multi-voltage (12-24-110-230V), so it can be adapted to any type of installation. With this product, local authorities and manufacturers can increase the safety of their automatic gates in an effective and attractive way.

In short, the use of a gate indicator is of vital importance in guaranteeing optimum safety for automated openings. It is therefore highly recommended to install a reliable and highly visible flashing light.

To find out more, don’t hesitate to contact our team.

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