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HOW TO MEASURE FOR METAL DRIVEWAY GATES:

 

Calculating gate width with existing pillars or posts in place.

Take THREE measurements between the pillars/ posts. Across the top, middle and bottom. Make a note of the SMALLEST measurement.

How to measure metal driveway gate diagram

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FIGURE 1:

Gates to open towards driveway. Hinge plates mounted to rear face of post/ pillar. Back edge of gate sits flush with the back edge of post/ pillar.

REDUCE 50mm (2″) from your lowest measurement.

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Figure 2:

Hinge plates mounted to inner face of post/ pillar. Gate to be mounted central between the posts.

REDUCE 150mm (approx. 6″) from your lowest measurement.

IF ADDING UNDERGROUND AUTOMATION REDUCE THE LOWEST MEASUREMENT BY 110mm (not 150mm).