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By Luke Finch | May 06, 2025

Explore the New Gatemaster 2025–26 Catalogue and Product Brochures

At Gatemaster, we’re always here to help you choose the right gate hardware solution—backed by 30 years of experience, in-house UK manufacturing, and a commitment to innovation that puts your needs first. Our brand-new 2025–26 catalogue makes it easier than ever to explore our full product range, and we’ve also created focused product booklets for […]

The original superlock bld next to the new superlock bld 2.0 gate lock
By Luke Finch | Feb 12, 2025

Introducing the Superlock BLD 2.0 – Seamless Design, Superior Strength

The upgraded Superlock BLD 2.0 is designed to be stronger, sleeker, and more durable, this upgrade enhances both security and performance, ensuring enhanced protection for years to come. At Gatemaster, continuous innovation drives everything we do. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the Superlock BLD 2.0—the next evolution of our trusted latch deadlock. As a […]

Black gate lock with keys on metal gate
By Luke Finch | Feb 04, 2025

Keyed Gate Locks for Reliable Security: A Guide to Choosing the Best Key Lock for Metal and Wooden Gates

Why Keyed Gate Locks are a Popular Choice When it comes to securing gates, reliability and durability are non-negotiable—whether you’re a property owner protecting your home or business, or a fencing installer delivering a secure and professional finish. A keyed gate lock provides dependable protection while offering ease of use, making it a trusted choice […]

By Ian Hetherington | Feb 01, 2023

Giving your gates a lead with a gate tether

Gate tethers work as a safety cable to help prevent gates falling. They are recommended to use in order to fulfil the requirements of the DIN EN 12604 regulation to keep your gates from falling over if the top hinge was to fail. Unfortunately, every major storm leaves at least a few sites like this one where […]

By Luke Finch | Apr 21, 2021

The Superlock – Now a Stainless Steel Lock!

You might have had the pleasure of meeting our superhero, the Superlock – a lock that’s been busy keeping gates safe and helping gate professionals from all across the globe. But as the reach expanded to new territories and the challenges grew with it, it was time to upgrade the armour. So, without further ado […]

Front of digital keypad lock with 14 digit keypad. Lock is fixed to white wooden garden gate
By Ian Hetherington | Apr 02, 2021

Keyless combination lock for wooden gates

What are the benefits for a keyless combination lock for wooden gates? Keyless entry for wooden gates is increasingly popular for gate owners. Door locks with a combination code are frequently used internally in buildings, for convenience and also security. There are a number of advantages of this method of securing an outdoor point of entry, […]

By Luke Finch | Jul 01, 2020

What’s better? Mechanical code lock or electronic system?

The Gatemaster mechanical code lock has been out there for a while now and has received some great feedback from happy customers. However, we regularly get the question: what is so good about it, why not use an electronic lock with a code panel? As we offer both an electric strike and a fully mechanical […]

By Ian Hetherington | Jun 22, 2020

Simple, yet effective: Security collar for hook and eye hinge

We love to share our knowledge and experience with our customers, but we also learn a great deal from all of them. So was this blog post actually inspired by them. Following the recent thefts of farm gates around Bognor Regis, our local partners pointed out that our SCP push-fit security collar offers a great […]

By Ian Hetherington | Mar 24, 2020

The Superhero lock for metal gates

Although you might think that this is just a lock for metal gates, we believe our Superlock to be a real superhero!  Firstly, you’ve got its multitude of “costumes” that provide plenty of different solutions. Moreover, it is loved by all gate owners who have one of the locks installed for its reliability and clean aesthetics. But […]

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