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As a homeowner, you can’t afford to live on the edge. You want to make sure that your home is safe for you and your family. A gate operator is a great way to add safety and security to your home, but it can also be dangerous if not properly maintained or serviced. Swinging and sliding gates can create many unique entrapments and pinch points that a simple photo eye can’t protect against. This is where a safety edge is most effective. The SENTIR Safety Edge by ASO will help keep your gate operators working safely and efficiently by adding extra protection around pinch points and entrapments where dangerous hazards lurk most!
Gate operators are designed to be as safe as possible, but they can be dangerous all the same. Many gate operators have pinch points located in areas that may not be easily visible, making them difficult to avoid. Humans and pets may get trapped between the gate and the wall or post. If these pinch points are not properly maintained, they can also pinch fingers, hands, and arms while operating the gate.
According to UL325, Gate operators require two entrapment protection devices at each entrapment point for residential and commercial applications. Typically, the inherent built-in entrapment feature counts as one. The other device must be a monitored photo eye or edge sensor. A placard must also be attached to each gate installation stating that the gate can operate by itself and that the entrance is for vehicles only.
However, UL325 is just a minimum requirement for the amount of safety devices. Fewer accidents occur when gates have ALL of the proper safety devices attached. No two gates are alike, so each project must be carefully examined to determine just how many safeties are needed to keep your family and friends safe from harm. There are many stories of gate operators being poorly maintained with too few safety devices that result in catastrophic outcomes. This is easily avoided, and the first step is awareness.
Like we stated earlier, gate operators are dangerous. They have to be. They need enough strength and force to open and close a heavy gate. So, when accidents happen with them, they can cause serious damage. To keep your gate operator safe and working properly, you need to inspect it regularly. This is especially important if you have children or pets who might get into trouble around it. The problem is that it’s hard for someone without proper training and equipment to see where there may be hazards present around their gate system. This is why it’s imperative to contract a licensed professional gate operator installer to ensure all pinch points and entrapments are properly addressed.
The ASO safety edge is a no-brainer for any gate operator. Why? Because it helps prevent accidents, injuries, and lawsuits. It’s also a great gift for your loved ones. The gift of safety! These edges are easy to install and durable, making them a great value for the price. Bottom line, ASO edges allow you to enjoy the comfort of knowing that your kids are safe from harm’s way when they’re playing around your gate.
If you are thinking about purchasing an automatic gate operator and want to ensure that people stay safe around your gate, then adding the ASO Safety Edge is an absolute must! But what exactly is a safety edge and how does the ASO Edge help keep people safe on your property? A safety edge is a rubber-sensing edge that is commonly installed on the end of the gate and in any other zone where entrapments and pinch points exist. When the sensing edge contacts an obstruction, it tells the operator to stop or reverse the gate. Your safety has been at the forefront of ASO’s goals since they opened their doors in 1984 in Germany and has been a staple in the US since 1996. ASO provides Assemble-it-yourself edges along with finished edges made to your specifications. Safety mats are stocked at their Rockaway, NJ facility and are custom-made to order as well. Rest assured, ASO has been in the safety game for many years, and they know what it takes to keep you safe!
The bottom line is that safety should always be at the forefront of your mind. It’s easy to get lazy and complacent about it, but if you want to live a long life full of happiness and adventure then it’s important to be extra cautious. Don’t live life on the edge by tempting your welfare, live life on the safeties edge by utilizing ASO’s Sentir Edge Sensors! You’ll never regret it.
Now until the end of January 2023, SAS is pleased to offer a free ASO Sentir Edge 25.30 TT with the purchase of 5 edges at regular price. This is limited to 4′, 5′, and 6′ edges. Multiple orders are accepted! Now is the time to contact your local SAS branch and take advantage of this amazing deal. Click Here to learn more!