Fences and gates typically have some area where a person can gain access the other side. While it is common to have some form of locking mechanism on the gate, many of them are inoperable, in disrepair, or go unutilized. This allows unauthorized entry to your property or apartment complex. Magnetic locks are a great, low maintenance way to control access through gates.

If your fence or gate needs an access control solution, the Austin fencing experts of Viking Fence can make your gate all but impenetrable. We have over 25 years of experience building and repairing reliable fences and gates. Contact us at 800-252-8117 to learn more about how we can serve you.

Benefits of Magnetic Locks

Where traditional locks can be broken and easily fall into disrepair, a magnetic lock is a low-cost, low maintenance fix that performs just as well, if not better. These locks use an electrical current to hold strong magnets together when the door is locked. To unlock the door, the electrical current is stopped and the magnets separate. Electric magnets have many benefits including:

• Ease of installation
• Almost instantaneous locking and unlocking
• Difficult to break

Magnetic locks require a constant stream of power to stay operational, but the amount is very small. A magnetic lock can work on as little as three watts. The power that goes into a single 60 watt bulb could power 20 magnetic locks.

Contact Us

If you are interested in having magnetic locks installed on your moving gate, fence, or other fence-related access control point, the Austin fence experts at Viking Fence are capable of professionally installing it. Our expertise extends into all aspects of fencing and gates. Contact us by calling 800-252-8117 for a free, no-hassle estimate.