Introduction

A slide gate unit has a gate which slides sideways to block a narrow lane. This unit is mainly used in races and narrow lanes for the purpose of blocking, baulking, indexing and anti-backing. It is typically used in places where there is limited room and a traditional swing gate would pose an obstruction in its open position. There are three main types of slide gates, manual solid slide, pneumatic solid slide and pneumatic split slide. Each one offers its own unique advantages.

Pneumatic Solid Slide

The pneumatic solid slide offers the user the ability to close it from a remote location. This allows the handler to reduce their walking distance and not distract or stress livestock. The pneumatic unit is also built heavier than a manual unit. A pneumatic solid slide gate is the best option for a race with catwalk as the gate can slide to the opposite side leaving the catwalk unobstructed.

Pneumatic Slide Gate Features:

• Heavy duty frame construction

• Hot dipped galvanized feet good for highly corrosive environments

• Adjustable feet can take minor variations in slab height

• Feet bolted to concrete allowing for locating during installation (after concrete slab is poured) also removal

• Lower gate track minimises damage from impacts on the gate as well as cattle brushing past the end of gate

• Sheeted gates prevent tails & heads getting caught in gate when being opened as well as acting as a good baulk

• Large roller bearing wheels have undergone rigorous testing to ensure a long life

• Pneumatically operated gates have protective guarding.

Summary:

• Sideways sliding gate

• Used in narrow lanes or races

• Allows blocking, baulking, indexing and anti-backing

• Suits indexing crush, lane draft or circular draft

• Pneumatic slide gate offers remote control; reduce walking distance and heavier construction

• Pneumatic solid slide suits races with catwalk