Commercial Gate Safety Upgrade Completed in Stroud – New BFT Icaro Electric Gate Motor Installed

We recently completed a commercial gate safety upgrade in Stroud, replacing a failing sliding gate operator with a new BFT Icaro electric gate motor. The upgrade restored reliable access control and brought the system in line with current commercial gate safety standards.

This project supports our ongoing work across Stroud, Gloucester, and Cheltenham, helping businesses keep their automated gates safe, compliant, and dependable.

The Problem: Failing Commercial Sliding Gate Motor

The client contacted us after experiencing intermittent failures with their commercial sliding gate. The existing motor was:

• Struggling to open under load

• Stopping mid-travel

• Lacking modern safety protection

• Becoming unreliable for daily commercial use

• At risk of non-compliance with safety regulations

For a busy commercial premises, this created both security risks and operational delays.

The Solution: BFT Icaro Commercial Gate Motor Replacement

We recommended installing a BFT Icaro sliding gate motor, designed specifically for heavy-duty commercial gate automation. This model is ideal for high-usage environments and provides smoother, safer operation.

Work Completed

• Removal of existing gate motor

• Installation of new BFT Icaro electric gate motor

• Safety system upgrades

• Reconfiguration of control panel

• Force testing and safety checks

• Full commissioning and setup

The result was a fully operational, compliant commercial sliding gate system.

Why Choose the BFT Icaro for Commercial Gates?

The BFT Icaro is a popular choice for commercial sites across Stroud, Gloucester and Cheltenham because it offers:

• Heavy-duty commercial performance

• Smooth and quiet operation

• Adjustable safety force control

• Reliable operation in high-traffic environments

• Compatible with modern safety devices

• Long service life with proper maintenance

This makes it ideal for industrial units, offices, car parks, depots, and commercial premises.

Commercial Gate Safety Compliance

When upgrading commercial gates, safety compliance is critical. During this installation we ensured:

• Correct force limitation

• Proper obstacle detection

• Safe stopping distances

• Reliable control system operation

• Professional commissioning

This helps protect staff, visitors, and vehicles while reducing liability risks.

Commercial Gate Upgrades in Stroud, Gloucester & Cheltenham

We regularly carry out:

• Commercial gate motor replacements

• Sliding gate automation upgrades

• Gate safety upgrades

• Control panel replacements

• Emergency gate repairs

• Preventative maintenance

If your gate is slow, unreliable, or non-compliant, a motor upgrade like this can dramatically improve performance.

BFT Icaro commercial sliding gate motor replacement installed in Stroud Gloucestershire

Need a Commercial Gate Upgrade?

We provide commercial gate repairs, upgrades, and installations across:

• Stroud

• Gloucester

• Cheltenham

• Gloucestershire

• Surrounding areas

Our engineers specialise in BFT gate automation, sliding gates, and safety compliance upgrades.

Contact us today:

📧 info@gatemen.co.uk

📞 01452 447002

🌐 www.gatemen.co.uk