Sliding Gates for Residential, Commercial & Industrial Access
Smart, space-saving access control starts with a professionally installed sliding gate. We supply, install, and service a full range of sliding gate systems – from residential driveways to high-volume industrial entrances – across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and regional NSW.
What Type of Sliding Gate Do You Need?
Choosing the right sliding gate comes down to usage, site layout, and operational demands. Below are the most popular types of sliding gates we offer:
1. Residential Sliding Gates
Perfect for driveways, strata properties, and high-end residential homes, our residential sliding gate solutions combine style, security, and ease of use.
Key features include:
- Smooth and reliable electric or solar-powered operation
- Custom sliding gate designs to suit your fencing and façade
- Quiet, energy-efficient sliding gate motors
- Seamless integration with remote controls, intercoms, and access control systems
Sliding gates are especially popular in suburban areas where driveway space is limited. They offer a practical way to improve property security and everyday convenience — without compromising on street appeal.
2. Commercial Sliding Gates
Our commercial sliding gate systems are purpose-built for high-traffic environments such as office buildings, car parks, and industrial sites—delivering secure, efficient access control around the clock.
Why Choose our Commercial Sliding Gates?
- Heavy-duty gate motor options for high-frequency use
- Secure entry for authorised vehicles and personnel
- Seamless integration with electronic access control systems (keypads, RFID, intercoms)
- Compatibility with automatic doors and boom gates for coordinated entry management
Whether managing vehicle access to a staff car park, loading dock, or delivery entrance, automatic commercial gates provide peace of mind, operational efficiency, and improved traffic flow.
Commercial sites prioritise public access, vehicle management, and aesthetics, often requiring automatic sliding gates, bollards, boom gates, and access control systems.
We’ve delivered commercial gate solutions for a wide range of industries, including:
- Retail & hospitality: shopping centres, hotels, commercial car parks
- Corporate & professional: office buildings and business parks, dealerships, and showrooms
- Education & healthcare: schools, universities, childcare centres, medical centres
- Government & community: civic buildings, churches, libraries
- Residential developments: sports centres, recreational facilities
- Recreational venues: sports facilities, gyms, leisure centres
Popular in high-use environments, commercial sliding gates are often paired with boom gates, bollards, and access control systems to enhance safety and site coordination.
3. Industrial Sliding Gates
Built for strength, reliability, and 24/7 performance, our industrial sliding gates are engineered to meet the demands of high-traffic environments such as warehouses, freight depots, and manufacturing plants.
Why choose our industrial sliding gate systems?
- Heavy-duty motors with safety sensors for secure, automated access
- Durable steel construction to withstand impact, weather, and daily wear
- Custom-built for wide openings and high-speed operation
- Corrosion-resistant coatings tailored to harsh industrial conditions
Whether you’re managing frequent vehicle movement, protecting high-value assets, or securing restricted zones, our automated sliding gates offer long-term durability and reliable site control.
We supply and install industrial-grade gates for facilities such as:
- Logistics and distribution: warehouses, distribution centres, and freight depots
- Industrial and manufacturing: factories, workshops, and construction supply yards
- Recycling and waste management: recycling plants, transfer stations, and waste facilities
- Transport and heavy vehicle operations: quarries, haulage companies, and transport hubs
- Food production: food processing plants, and temperature-controlled facilities
- Utilities and infrastructure: substations, water treatment plants, and other critical service sites
Integrated access control systems, traffic lights, vehicle sensors, and cantilever gate options are available to suit even the most demanding operational requirements.
What Types of Sliding Gates Do We Install?
Choosing the right sliding gate depends on your available space, security requirements, and frequency of use. We install the following types across residential, commercial, and industrial settings:
1. Telescopic Sliding Gates
Telescopic sliding gates are designed with two or more interlocking panels that slide in sequence, enabling a wide clear opening while requiring significantly less side room than a standard sliding gate.
Ideal for properties with wide driveways but restricted space along the fence line, telescopic gates provide a compact, space-efficient solution without compromising access width or security. Each panel neatly stacks behind the next, allowing for quicker opening and closing times, perfect for commercial, industrial, or high-traffic residential sites.
If you’re looking to maximise your driveway opening without the need for extended back-run space, a telescopic gate system is a smart, space-saving option that can be fully automated for ease of use and controlled access.
Best for:
- Sites with limited side room
- Urban driveways or tight boundary lines
- Large entry spans
Features:
- Multi-panel design for shorter back-run
- Synchronised motor operation for smooth sliding
- Available in both residential and commercial grades
- Ideal for sloped or irregular terrain
2. Track Sliding Gates
Track sliding gates are a popular and practical choice for residential driveways and standard commercial access points. Designed to move along a ground-mounted track, they offer reliable, smooth operation while requiring minimal side clearance, making them ideal where space behind the gate is limited.
To install a track sliding gate, you’ll need sufficient space on one side of the driveway, equal to the gate’s width, to allow full retraction when open. The gate glides on wheels fitted to the track, ensuring efficient movement and secure closure. With proper maintenance, track sliding systems provide long-lasting, low-maintenance performance, and can be paired with automatic gate openers for enhanced convenience and access control.
Best for:
- Driveways
- Commercial car parks
- Level ground
Features:
- Heavy-duty sliding gate track systems
- Compatible with electric or solar gate motors
- Affordable and easy to maintain
3. Cantilever Sliding Gates
Cantilever sliding gates operate without the need for a ground track. Instead, they’re suspended on rollers attached to a counterbalance system, allowing smooth movement across uneven terrain or in areas prone to gravel, snow, or other debris.
If your site conditions make traditional track-based gates impractical, such as frequent debris build-up or irregular ground, a cantilever system offers a reliable alternative. The gate glides through stationary rollers, ensuring it remains elevated and unaffected by ground obstructions. These systems can be automated for convenience, with access managed via remote controls, keypads, RFID, or even monitored from a staffed security point, depending on your access requirements.
Best for:
- Industrial driveways
- Warehouses and logistics depots
- Areas with uneven or obstructed ground
Features:
- No ground track – smooth operation over driveways
- Strong, secure, and highly durable
- Minimal maintenance required
Why Choose Rapid Automatic Access to Install Your Sliding Gate?
Rapid can install sliding security gates to work within the visual plan of your landscape and the image you want to project.
Our sliding gates are built of durable materials that will function for decades, providing secure access control. Parts and materials are guaranteed for two years. Our quality, detailed workmanship is guaranteed for a lifetime.
Your new sliding gate system must work well in its environment. Rapid Automatic Access wants you to have the gate that works best in accordance with your access needs.
We offer a free quote and assessment to make sure your property’s vehicle and pedestrian access control plans meet your expectations for security and control. Our expert technician will discuss these points with you and assess your property before providing you with a free quote and recommendations.
| Gate Type | Best For | Space Required | Installation Complexity | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Telescopic Multi-panel design | Limited side room, wide openings | Minimal side space needed | Moderate | Low |
Track Ground-mounted track | Driveways, level ground | Equal to gate width on one side | Simple | Moderate |
Cantilever Trackless operation | Industrial, uneven surfaces | Equal to gate width on one side | Complex | Very Low |
Design your custom sliding gate today
From secure driveway gates to high-speed loading dock solutions, we’ll design and recommend the best automatic sliding gate for your site and traffic needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which type of sliding gate is best for my property?
It depends on your space, usage frequency, and security needs. Residential homes may benefit from quiet, aesthetic electric sliding gates, while commercial and industrial sites need stronger, high-duty motors and secure access systems.
Can sliding gates work on sloped driveways?
Yes – slide gate designs and telescopic sliding gates can be tailored for uneven or sloped ground.
Do you repair existing sliding gates and motors?
Absolutely. We provide full repair and replacement services for sliding gate motors, tracks, and automation components.
