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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 […]

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By Luke Finch | Nov 29, 2024

Gatemaster Joins Made in Britain: A Commitment to Quality and Craftsmanship

Gatemaster has recently joined Made in Britain, an organisation that celebrates and promotes British manufacturers who uphold the highest standards of quality. This recognition marks an exciting milestone for our company as we approach our 30th anniversary next year. Jacob Napthine, Gatemaster’s Managing Director said: “Joining Made in Britain underscores our commitment to manufacturing excellence. […]

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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 […]

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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 Locks 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, […]

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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 […]

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metal gate with rush
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 […]

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gate closer on wooden gate
By Ian Hetherington | Mar 20, 2020

Case Study – Self-closing gates, Manor Place Depot, London

CASE STUDY – BELLSURE, Gas Strut Closer Manor Place Depot, London Self-closing gate solutions for external gates in residential areas can be a challenge, due to outdoor environment and potential vandalism. Bellsure chose the Gatemaster gas strut closer for their cycle shelters in a prestigious development in the heart of London. The Project Our client Bellsure was asked […]

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dropbolt on gate
By Luke Finch | Mar 06, 2020

Locking Drop bolt to complete the range

Good news from our drop bolt family! Our Locking Drop bolt has been added to our range of modern gate hardware. Our customers have known and loved our two existing drop bolts ranges for many years. The Auto-Locking Drop bolts have proven to be a great addition to any traditional style double gate, while our Concealed Drop bolts is a great […]

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By Ian Hetherington | Dec 13, 2019

The Innovative Bolt-on Hydraulic Gate Closer

Are you in search of an adjustable, adaptable gate closing solution for metal or wooden gates? Then our new hydraulic gate closer might be just what you’re looking for! Our new gate closer The all-new APSW bolt-on hydraulic gate closer is a new and improved version of the well-known APS closer, one of the most reliable and […]

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