Automatic Gate Motor Types in Egypt — Sliding, Swing and Rolling Compared

Automatic Gate Motor Types in Egypt — Sliding, Swing and Rolling Compared
Three motor families cover every automatic gate in Egypt: sliding motors driving a leaf sideways on a track (rack and pinion), swing motors with an arm per hinged leaf, and rolling motors lifting a curtain overhead. Your existing gate decides the family — this hub compares the three and routes you to the deep guide for yours.

The three families at a glance

FamilyGate movementSpace it needsWeight ceilingDeep guide
SlidingLeaf slides sideways on a floor trackSide run the length of the gateHighest — up to 4000 kgSelection guide
SwingHinged leaves swing openClearance in front or behindPer-leaf limitsSwing buyer guide
RollingCurtain rolls up overheadHeadroom box above the openingBy curtain weightShutter motor guide

Which family is yours? Three questions

1) Is the gate already built? Its mechanics decide — motorise what exists rather than rebuild. 2) Building new with side space? Sliding wins on weight capacity and self-locking security. 3) No side run and no headroom? Swing is the answer, sized per leaf. Border cases (narrow side run, very wide openings) deserve a photo review — send it on WhatsApp 01098470908 and the practical answer comes back the same day.

What every family shares

All three run from a control board with a rolling-code receiver, accept safety photocells and a flashing lamp, include manual release for power cuts, and ship as complete kits — supply only, cash on delivery, delivery within hours same-day in Cairo and Giza and 3-5 working days to all governorates.

FAQ

Can I convert my swing gate to sliding?

Technically yes, practically expensive — it means new track, wheels and structure. Motorising the existing system is nearly always the better spend.

Which family is most secure?

Sliding self-locks mechanically through its worm gear; the others secure well with locks and accessories. All three take rolling-code remotes.

Which is cheapest?

Depends on the gate: swing needs an arm per leaf (two leaves = two motors), sliding needs rack by the meter. The real comparison happens on your gate’s numbers.

Do all three work with the same remote?

Same remote families, yes — one remote can run gate and shutter when receivers match. Photos of both boards confirm it.

Do you install?

Supply only — kits ship with wiring guides, any electrician installs, and WhatsApp support stays with you until it runs.