How to Stop Gate from Slamming

Project Description

My garden gate slams shut in the wind causing damage over time. What’s a cheerful way to add damping / slow it down?

Many reasons can cause a gate to slam: a sudden strong wind, a friend closing it with too much force, or an exhausted family member expressing frustration. We can’t stop these events, but there could be an external way to prevent them.

Common Ways to Stop Gate from Slamming

• Slam Plates: Use rubber to reduce noise.
• Gate Stops: Limit gate swing to prevent damage.
• Linear Dampers: Use shock absorbers to slow closure.
• Gate Silencer Kits: Soften closure noise.
• Controlled Gate Closers: Dampen closure for a softer shut.

However, why do we have to implement so many different solutions if there’s a simpler, more effective option available?

All-in-One Gate Slamming Solution

Waterson heavy-duty self closing gate hinges represent a breakthrough in gate hardware, offering incomparable versatility and reliability for outdoor gate applications. These gate hinges are designed to cater to the diverse needs of modern gates.

• Self Closing Mechanism: Automatically shuts the gate, enhancing safety and convenience by ensuring gates close behind users without manual intervention.
• Smooth Operation: Provides fluid motion soft close gate latch.
• 316 Stainless Steel: Provide durability and corrosion resistance, ideal for harsh environments.
• Adjustable Tension: Allows users to customize the gate’s opening and closing speed to suit specific needs and preferences.
• Weatherproof: Performs well in diverse weather conditions, including coastal areas with high salt concentrations.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Available in various elegant finishes to match or contrast with the gate’s design, enhancing the gate’s visual appeal.
• Compliance with Safety Standards: Designed to meet or exceed safety standards like ADA compliance and ICC A117.1 for opening force, ensuring quiet and secure closing.
• Multiple Hinge Types: Different range of selections to fit with your gate applications, function, and design.

A Garden Gate Case in Residential Area

Recently we received a call from a local apartment manager asking for help. The dwellers have all complained about the gnawing noise from the ever-slamming entrance gate. They were looking for a door closer with speed buffer, weather, and corrosion resistance.

Typical door closers and floor springs rarely stand a chance in the harsh outdoor environment. They finally found Waterson self-closing hinges and asked our team for installation services.

Waterson engineering team found two major problems on site:

1. The dilapidated door closers had been dysfunctional and lost the speed buffer from the hydraulic device.
2. The weather beaten door frames were helplessly tilted and unstable; gate slamming and the shaking frame contributed to the annoying noise.

Waterson team stabilized the frame and unmounted the dead door closer. Within 10 minutes, a brand new and stable self-closing gate begins to work perfectly. Better still, the hinges require no maintenance. Noise free and trouble free.

Waterson Exterior Self Closing Gate Hinges

Waterson Exterior Gate Spring Hinges combine the function of an overhead closer and a hinge into a single, sleek component—complete with optional hold-open and door-stop features. Designed for commercial openings, gates, and glass doors, these hinges are easy to install and adjust to meet ADA and ICC A117.1 standards for opening force, while ensuring quiet and secure closure. Crafted from durable stainless steel, they are NFPA 80 compliant, UL 3-hour fire-rated, and built to perform reliably in both interior and all-weather exterior environments. See all our features.

In addition to these performance advantages, Waterson offers flexible customization services. As a direct manufacturer, we can tailor hinge sizes, finishes, and especially hinge leaf designs to meet the specific structural needs of your doors. This makes our hinges an ideal solution for door manufacturers seeking custom options that integrate seamlessly with their existing frames.

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