Local traffic barrier repaired in Swindon for property management company.
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BFT Barrier Repair & Safety Upgrade Completed for Commercial Property in Swindon
Gatemen has recently completed a commercial traffic barrier repair and safety upgrade project in Swindon for a busy commercial property operating two separate car parks. The site relied on two BFT automatic traffic barriers to control vehicle access for staff, visitors, and authorised vehicles throughout the day.
Following reports of unreliable operation and intermittent access issues, our engineers attended site to carry out a full inspection of both automatic barrier systems. After diagnosing the faults, we completed essential repairs and upgraded key safety components to restore reliable and safe operation across both entrances.
BFT Traffic Barrier Repairs in Swindon
The existing BFT barriers had been experiencing issues linked to damaged safety equipment and a failed ground loop detection system. These components are critical for the safe and efficient operation of automatic traffic barriers, particularly within busy commercial environments where vehicle flow needs to remain consistent and secure.
As part of the repair works, our engineers:
- Installed a brand-new set of safety photocells
- Replaced a faulty ground loop detection system
- Tested all safety features and barrier functions
- Carried out operational checks on both BFT barrier units
- Ensured reliable opening and closing cycles
- Improved vehicle detection and site safety compliance
The upgraded photocells now provide improved obstacle detection, helping prevent accidental barrier closure on vehicles or pedestrians. Replacing the damaged ground loop has also restored reliable vehicle detection for smoother entry and exit into both car parks.
Importance of Traffic Barrier Maintenance & Repairs
Automatic traffic barriers are a vital part of commercial site security and vehicle access management. Faulty barriers can quickly lead to operational disruption, unauthorised access, vehicle congestion, and potential health and safety concerns.
Regular traffic barrier servicing and preventative maintenance help reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns while extending the lifespan of entrance automation equipment. Common issues we regularly attend include:
- Barrier arm impact damage
- Failed induction loops
- Photocell faults
- Access control communication problems
- Barrier motor failures
- Control board issues
- Weather-related electrical faults
- Intercom and ANPR integration issues
At Gatemen, we provide professional traffic barrier repairs, servicing, and upgrades for commercial properties, industrial estates, office complexes, residential developments, schools, hospitals, logistics centres, and private car parks throughout the UK.
## Commercial Barrier Repairs Across the UK
Although this latest project was completed in Swindon, our engineers support clients nationwide with rapid-response barrier repairs and planned maintenance services.
We regularly provide automatic barrier installation and repair services in:
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, Liverpool, Sheffield, Nottingham, Leicester, Coventry, Newcastle, Southampton, Portsmouth, Oxford, Reading, Milton Keynes, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Exeter, Plymouth, Swindon, Bath, Cambridge, Norwich, Peterborough, Derby, Stoke-on-Trent, Hull, York, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Belfast, and surrounding areas.
Our team works with leading traffic barrier manufacturers including BFT, CAME, FAAC, NICE, Automatic Systems, and more.
Upgrading Existing Barrier Systems
Many older barrier systems can benefit from modern safety and access control upgrades. Replacing outdated photocells, loop detectors, control panels, or barrier arms can significantly improve reliability, safety, and long-term performance without requiring a complete replacement system.
For commercial properties managing high vehicle volumes, proactive upgrades can also reduce downtime and improve security management across multiple access points.
Need Traffic Barrier Repairs or Upgrades?
If your automatic traffic barriers are unreliable, damaged, or in need of a safety upgrade, Gatemen provides professional commercial barrier repair and maintenance services throughout the UK.
Whether you operate a single barrier or a multi-lane commercial access system, our engineers can diagnose faults quickly and provide effective long-term solutions to keep your entrances operating safely and efficiently.
Email: info@gatemen.co.uk
Tel: 01452 447002
Website: www.gatemen.co.uk
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