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Aluminium Electric Gates Co Wicklow, Ireland Rust-Proof, Low-Maintenance & Irish-Made
Aluminium electric gates from Malone Automation are Irish-manufactured, rust-proof, and available in swing or sliding styles in any RAL colour. Fitted with CAME, FAAC or NICE motors and compatible with intercom and smartphone control, they suit homes and commercial properties nationwide. PSA-registered installation with full aftercare from Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow.
Aluminium gates are the contemporary homeowner’s preferred choice, combining strong structural performance with a lightweight build and complete resistance to rust. They can be finished in realistic timber-effect textures or powder-coated in any RAL colour to seamlessly complement your property.
Co Wicklow, Ireland’s climate is hard on gates. Timber warps, untreated steel rusts, and maintenance bills add up year after year. Aluminium electric gates sidestep every one of those problems. Manufactured in Co Wicklow, Ireland, naturally rust-resistant and requiring nothing more than an occasional wipe-down, they are the practical choice for driveways from Rathdrum to Rathfarnham and every coastal farm in between.
- Durability: Fully resistant to rust and corrosion, making them especially suited to coastal and exposed environments.
- Design: Sleek, modern profiles with clean lines, available in a wide range of contemporary styles and natural wood-effect finishes.
- Maintenance: Virtually maintenance-free—occasional cleaning with warm soapy water is all that’s required.
Why Aluminium? The Material That Suits Irish Conditions
Property | Aluminium | Steel | Timber |
|---|---|---|---|
Rust / corrosion | None naturally oxide-resistant | Galvanising required | N/A rots if untreated |
Weight | Lightweight less motor wear | Heavy higher motor load | Medium |
Maintenance | Wipe clean with soapy water | Repaint every few years | Stain / treat annually |
Finish options | Any RAL colour; wood-effect finish | Powder-coated RAL | Paint or stain |
Automation suitability | Excellent light load on motors | Good heavier motors needed | Good |
Lifespan | Decades with zero corrosion | Long if maintained | 10–20 yrs depending on spec |
Swing vs. Sliding Which Aluminium Gate Style Suits Your Property?
The two main opening styles suit different driveway layouts. The table below helps you decide at a glance:
Feature | Swing Gates | Sliding Gates |
|---|---|---|
How it works | Two leaves open inward or outward on pivot hinges | Single leaf slides laterally along the driveway |
Best for | Flat ground with clearance space behind or in front | Sloped ground, tight driveways, or windy exposed sites |
Space needed | Clearance arc of the gate leaf (inward or outward) | Run-back space along the boundary wall or fence |
Motor type | Arm motor or underground ram | Sliding gate motor with rack-and-pinion drive |
Common setting | Residential driveways & rural entrances | Commercial yards, restricted driveways |
Not sure which suits your entrance? Malone Automation carries out a free site survey and will recommend the right configuration based on your ground conditions, gradient, and opening width.
How Our Aluminium Electric Gate Installation Works
- Site Survey our engineer visits, measures the opening, assesses ground conditions and gradient
- Design & Quote we specify gate style, colour (any RAL), motor and automation options and send a written quote
- Manufacturing gates are Irish-manufactured to your exact dimensions
- Installation posts set in concrete, gates hung, motor wired, safety sensors fitted to current PSA80 standard
- Commissioning all automation tested, remote controls and/or app set up, you are shown how the system works
- Aftercare optional service agreement for annual tune-ups and priority emergency callout
Do Aluminium Gates Need Planning Permission in Co Wicklow, Ireland?
In most cases, residential driveway gates under 2 metres in height are exempt from planning permission as permitted development but this depends on whether your property is in a protected structure area or an area with specific planning conditions. Malone Automation can advise based on your specific location, and we always recommend checking with your local authority before ordering where there is any doubt.
Why Choose Malone Automation for Aluminium Gates in Co Wicklow, Ireland?
- PSA-registered (Reg. 13104) and CAME Certified Technicians your installation meets Irish security and safety standards
- Irish-manufactured aluminium gates shorter lead times and direct communication with the manufacturer
- Nationwide service residential and commercial projects from Wicklow and Wexford to Dublin, Cork and beyond
- Every installation warranted and compliant with PSA80 gate safety standard
- Emergency repair and preventative gate maintenance available we don’t disappear after installation
Get a free site survey and no-obligation quote for aluminium electric gates residential or commercial.
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