Metal Sliding Gates | Metal Gates | Sliding Driveway Gates | UKMS10
£735.64+ Price depends upon Sizes
A black vertical-bar metal sliding gate running along a floor-mounted track between stone pillars, paired with a matching pedestrian gate. Its cantilever-style rolling action allows smooth opening across a wide driveway entrance without swinging into the road.
Description
This metal sliding driveway gate is built from vertical black steel bars set within a solid box-section frame, running smoothly along a floor-mounted track guided by a roller wheel at the base. Photographed at a commercial entrance flanked by stone pillars, it demonstrates how a sliding gate can secure a wide vehicle access point without the swing clearance a hinged gate would need. A matching pedestrian gate sits alongside, giving separate access for people on foot while the main gate stays closed.
Design of This Metal Sliding Driveway Gate
The evenly spaced vertical bars give clear visibility through the gate while still forming a strong physical barrier across the driveway.
- Uniform vertical bar infill set within a heavy-duty box-section perimeter frame
- Solid black powder-coated finish visible across all frame and bar sections
- Reinforced bottom rail that carries the gate along the ground-mounted track
- Extended overlap section at the leading edge for a secure closed fit against the receiving post
Matching Pedestrian Access
A smaller gate built in the same vertical bar style stands to the left of the main sliding gate, mounted on its own hinge post so pedestrians don’t need to open the full driveway gate.
How the Sliding Mechanism Works
This gate operates on a cantilever/track sliding system rather than swinging, which is clearly visible in the low-profile guide rail set into the concrete base.
- Floor-mounted track with a roller wheel supporting the gate’s weight
- Vertical steel support posts anchored into concrete footings at the track’s end
- Full-width sliding action that keeps the driveway clear of a swing arc
Where This Sliding Driveway Gate Fits Best
The scale and construction shown make this metal sliding gate well suited to wide driveways, commercial yards, and entrances where space for a swinging gate is limited.
- Ideal for wide vehicle entrances bordered by stone or brick pillars
- Suits sites needing a separate pedestrian access point alongside the main gate
- Ground-level track design keeps the entrance area low profile and unobstructed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this metal sliding gate suitable for a wide driveway entrance?
Yes, the design shown uses a floor-mounted track and roller system that allows the gate to slide across a wide opening without needing swing clearance either side.
Does the sliding gate come with a matching pedestrian gate?
The photograph shows a separate matching pedestrian gate built in the same vertical bar style, positioned on its own hinge post next to the main sliding gate.
What finish is used on this metal sliding gate?
The gate is finished in a solid black coating applied across the frame, bars, and support posts, as seen throughout the photographed installation.
Specifications
We are the only manufacturing brand who not only provide bespoke design and sizes but also the specifications for gates.
Our material, size of rails, frames, infill bars and article designs are depending upon the requirements of each gate so you can get the best results. The standard size for side frame section starts at 40mm x 40mm but some basic side or garden gates can be made using 20mm x 10mm,20mm x20mm etc. frames as well. The specifications for all the premium gates will be decided by us according to the design and size of gates, we will give you the best option so that the quality of gate will not be compromised.
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Specifications GATES |
Frame Section |
Top/Arch Section | Infill Bars | Privacy Sheet | Operating System | Gate Arts |
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Driveway Gate |
40mm X 40mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box ) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| Side Gate | 20mm X 20mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| Garden Gate | 20mm X 20mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| Sliding Gate | 40mm X 40mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box ) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| Security Door | 20mm X 20mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| Alleyway Gate | 40mm X 40mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box ) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| ¾ Split Driveway Gate | 40mm X 40mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box ) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| BiFold Gate | 40mm X 40mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box ) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | Manual or Electric | Depend upon gate selection |
| Railing | 20mm X 20mm -100mm X 100 mm | 40mm X 8mm (Min Flat bar) or 40mm X 40mm(Box) | 12mm-20mm round bar, square bar(solid & hallow) | 1mm – 3mm thick | N/A | Depend upon railing selection |
How To Measure
- Take 3 measurements: Top, Middle and Bottom
- Use the smallest of widths as Total Gap Width
- This is all we need, leave the rest of fittings upon us.
Post & Hinges Guide
Any question please call Us on 02089116000 – we are happy to help.
