Repair Legate Autogate In Seri Kembangan
Last week we received a call from a customer in Equine Park, Seri Kembangan. She requested assistance with replacing the gate wheels for her autogate. But she didn’t specify that it was a Legate autogate system which typically includes both the gate and the autogate mechanism as an integrated package. During the call she was a bit rude, but we continued to assist her as best we could.
After our call, she sent over three photos of the gate rollers. The moment I saw them, I thought, “Ah, those are Legate’s rollers for sure!” So, I asked her to confirm if it was a Legate autogate. Well, that didn’t go as planned. She got a bit annoyed and shot back, “Nevermind, I already found someone to fix it tomorrow.” Honestly I knew right then that even if she managed to get an autogate repairer, there is no way they could replace those rollers. Legate’s rollers are unique and not something you can just buy from the market. Chances are the repairer either doesn’t know this or just promised he could fix it to get the job.
Why We Can’t Guarantee the Gate Won’t Jump Off the Track Again
Actually, we can modify the gate wheels for her, but it would take a lot of time and isn’t worth it. Plus, no one can guarantee it won’t jump off again, especially since folding gates have many hinges, bearings, and other mechanisms. Sometimes, if the folding gate track has sunk, it can also cause problems. And we all know… 9 out of 10 contractors cut corners. The folding gate track is often not welded or concreted properly. Some folding gates have very thin hollow sections because homeowners often prioritize cheap prices. As a result the gate factories use the thinnest materials to make the gates. This kind of gate is difficult to weld. After we replace the folding gate wheels, we would need to do some welding to make sure the new autogate rollers stick properly to the thin hollow frame.
After a week, which is today, she called me back asking for our help to replace the rollers and the autogate system. I was upfront with her and explained that these rollers are no longer available. I told her the best option is to convert her folding gate into a swing gate, as folding gates are known to have a lot of issues. Since the gate wasn’t sold or made by us, I made it clear that we wouldn’t take responsibility for its problems. After all why should we take the blame for something that isn’t ours?
Convert Your CURRENT Folding To Swing Gate
We told her that we can convert the “current/ existing” gate to a swing gate by removing the bottom wheels and welding all the gate leaves together. Since her pillar is big and strong enough, this should work. But we can’t guarantee that the gate won’t fall as the pillar is made of bricks. That’s why we always advise customers to use full concrete for the pillars—it provides better stability and durability. You can replace your hinges or even install a new gate every year without any issue. You install whatever you want on your pillars. Concrete pillars are very strong and robust; they won’t fall easily. The material is extremely hard, and you can only insert wall plugs a limited number of times before it becomes loose. We don’t just help convert your folding gate to a swing gate—we also assist with various autogate issues, such as replacing autogate bearings, autogate rollers, fixing the autogate arm, and replacing autogate control panel, autogate remote control and autogate battery.
KRON 929 Built for Heavy Duty and Luxury
The best alternative to the Legate system is our KRON 929 autogate system, which is specifically designed to replace pillar-mounted autogate systems, such as the DCMoto 925, Weigand, Casa Asia and DNOR Turbo 880. DCMoto 925, Weigand, Casa Asia, and DNOR Turbo 880 are excellent autogate brands, typically used for large gates. To replace these systems, we need a high-quality solution that can support the weight and ensure reliable performance. The KRON 929 features high-quality steel for its screw shaft, commercial-grade stainless steel telescopic rods, die-cast aluminum housing with powder coating, as well as premium couplings and ball spindles. Its elegant gold mixed with grey color makes it a perfect fit for modern homes, giving it a luxurious and sophisticated appearance. So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today at 012-405 8791 and get started!
