How will new standards effect the dealers?
• Gate operator manufacturers will state the class of each operator. • Sales personnel must match the site application with the class of operator. • Primary and secondary safety devices must be provided and matched to both the operator and site conditions. • Warning signs must be permanently affixed to the gate panel (a photograph of the installation is recommended for proof of proper installation). • It is recommended that an installation checklist and a customer sign-off form be utilized. • Service and preventative maintenance contracts will be requested by the customers to insure safe and proper operation of the system. • UL325 does not address gate operators installed before relevant provisions have taken/will take effect. Can you summarize the gate installation requirements for UL? The recommendations for installing a gate operator are not listed in each operator manual and include; • On vehicular gate installations, the opening and closing areas must be protected by non-contact s
