How to Stop Gate from Slamming

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 an overhead closer and hinge into one attractive component with optional hold-open and door-stop features. The hinges are ideal for commercial openings, gates, and glass doors. These hinges are easily installed and adjusted to comply with ADA & ICC A117.1 requirements for opening force and to assure quiet, secure closing. Made with stainless steel, Waterson gate hinges meet NFPA 80 and are UL 3-hour fire-rated, as well as being suitable for both interior and all-weather exterior openings. See all our features.

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