Electric Gates for Schools Enhance Safety and Security
Secure your school with advanced Electric Gates
Electric gates are an essential investment for schools, providing a secure and controlled environment for students, staff, and visitors. At Charged Services, we specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining high-quality electric gates tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions. Our solutions not only enhance security but also ensure compliance with regulations like Ofsted guidelines and health and safety standards. With over 30 years combined in the industry, we have helped a number of schools across the UK achieve peace of mind with reliable, durable, and aesthetically pleasing electric gates.
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School Gates
Charged Services and our IT Company J&G systems have been working in schools in Essex and London for over 25 years.
Formerly consulting to IT departments and managing Network infrastructure projects we created Charged Services to be the installation contractor so we could match our unrivalled knowledge and ability in IT management and seamlessly integrate this without third party contractors that often did not understand the depth and requirement for IT integration.
Now Charged Services is trusted by a number of schools across the South East of England, London and beyond.
We specialise in fully integrated Gate systems that are remotely managed, monitored and linked to the access control systems and CCTV.
School Gate Safety
Our Gate systems were recently inspected at one of our schools by an independent safety auditor. “These are genuinely the best example we have ever seen.”
We take gate safety seriously and many issues we see at schools come down to the design and build. Safety devices are great but Most of the risk can be removed by a well engineered gate that is built for automation and not a manual gate that has had motors fitted.
Our School partners appreciate this and when the physics is explained they fully understand why we do what we do.
Design and Installation of School Gates
Charged Services will handle your entire project, so the process is simple and your property team need little involvement. We organise a site visit to discuss your requirements and inspect your existing access control/intercom systems. We then provide a detailed plan of action of how to best deliver your requirements.
School Access Control and Intercom integrations
You may have an existing access control and intercom system. Many schools have Paxton systems of which we are Gold Partners so this is no issue for us to take over and maintain your whole system. We also find many schools have third party intercoms that are not suitable or manageable within the system. We will advise you on your best options, but our team will show you what is possible and how you can improve your overall system experience by using the right equipmet and how this equipment can be managed and secured within your existing network infrastructure. Allowing your IT deparments the control it ideally needs. Contact us today.
School Electric Gate Maintenance
Proper maintenance of your school gates is important. Schools are notorious for people touching, climbing, forcing or attaching signs to gates and fences. This can leave you vulnerable to accidents or un-reliability with your gates. The Most accidents with Electric gates are when they are disabled and in Manual mode. Because they are now moving freely outside of their controlled movement that people are used to.
Remote Gate Management and Diagnostics
We integrate our school gate systems with your IT network and this enables us to remotely support you and your gate systems. We can train your site staff so they can diagnose an issue without having them to do anything technical or tamper with anything mechanical. This gives you lower call out costs, in some cases prevents them all together. Gives you less down time. Saves your budget to be used for upgrades elsewhere instead of wasted on call-outs.
Why Choose Electric Gates for Your School?
Electric gates offer numerous benefits for schools, including:
Enhanced Security: Restrict access to unauthorized visitors while allowing controlled entry for staff and authorized personnel.
Improved Safety: Features like photo-cells, safety edges, and emergency stop buttons prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Compliance with Regulations: Meet Ofsted safeguarding guidelines and health and safety standards, ensuring your school is protected legally and operationally.
Convenience: Automate entry and exit points to streamline traffic flow during peak hours, reducing congestion and improving efficiency.
Aesthetic Appeal: Customizable designs that complement your school’s architecture while maintaining a welcoming environment.
Safety and Compliance
Safety is our top priority. All our electric gates are equipped with:
Photo-Cells, Safety Edges or Non Contact Laser Detection: Detect obstacles and prevent accidents.
Emergency Stop Buttons: Allow for immediate shutdown in case of emergencies.
Anti-Climb Features: Spikes or other deterrents to prevent unauthorized access.
Regular Maintenance: We offer scheduled maintenance to ensure your gates remain compliant and functional.
Our installations comply with the latest health and safety regulations, including the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992. As members of ADIA (The Automatic Door Installation Association), we uphold the highest standards of safety and quality.
Types of Electric Gates for Schools
We offer a range of electric gates to suit different school requirements:
Sliding Gates: Ideal for larger openings, these gates save space and provide smooth operation.
Swing Gates: Perfect for smaller entrances, offering a traditional look with modern functionality.
Material Options: Choose from durable steel, timber, or aluminum to match your school’s fencing and aesthetic preferences.
Custom Designs: Our bespoke gates can be tailored to your exact specifications, including branding with your school’s logo or colors.
Each gate is engineered for durability and longevity, with options for automation that can be integrated with access control systems.
Access Control
Charged Services designs and installs cutting-edge access control systems trusted by schools across Essex and the South East. Known for exceeding expectations, we deliver bespoke, secure, user-friendly solutions tailored to your school, integrating seamlessly with our renowned electric gates. From design to installation and support, we provide a seamless, full-service experience with one point of contact. Whether it’s keypads, card readers, or biometric systems, our solutions boost security without sacrificing aesthetics.
Intercom Systems
intercom systems that enhance security and convenience for your property. Whether a domestic house or multiple occupancy apartment block With a tailored approach, we ensure your system fits your unique needs perfectly. Learn more about intercoms here.
Access Control keypads, Locks, Doors and Gates
With manufacturer recognition and certification we deliver innovative solutions for Access control. We prioritize security, convenience, and customization to meet your unique needs. Learn more about access control here.
Remote control fobs - Access Fob Systems
We work with all system types and Manufacturers in the UK. If you have an existing system or are looking for a new upgrade then our team can help you with the maintenance or the installation of a new Entry system. Learn more about Entry fob systems
Case Studies
Avanti Court Primary School required a complete rebuild of their vehicle and pedestrian gates and their access control system was out of date. With a record of high maintenance costs and unrealiability they needed something they could rely on.
Avanti House Secondary School - After the successful upgrades at Avanti Court primary school we were referred to the Secondary school and another in the group in Croydon.
Avanti house had an existing set of gates which were manual and then automated by another automation company. These were plagued with unreliability and had pulled themselves apart through poor design and installation.
The School followed our recommendations and we installed brand new purpose built automated gates. With full non contact safety system removing the safety edges which were regularly damaged.
This has massively reduced maintenance costs and increased reliability.