Traffic Control
Automated traffic control gates are used to manage vehicular access to parking facilities, office complexes and multi-tenant communities.
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Barrier arm for traffic control.Commercial -
Reliable, low maintenance multi-lane traffic control.Industrial -
Barrier arm gate operator for parking facilities and traffic control.Commercial
Frequently asked questions
- What is a barrier gate arm?
- A barrier gate arm is a pivoting boom, typically 10 to 36 feet of aluminum or fiberglass, that regulates vehicle entry at parking lots, garages, and guarded perimeters.
- What is the difference between a parking barrier and a crash-rated barrier?
- Parking barriers such as StrongArm manage traffic flow and access. Crash-rated barriers such as StrongArm M30/M50 are tested to stop hostile vehicles and protect critical infrastructure.
- How fast do barrier gate arms open?
- High-traffic operators open in as little as 2 seconds depending on arm length. Shorter arms cycle faster, which matters for busy parking entries.
- How do barrier gates detect vehicles?
- Inductive loop detectors buried in the pavement sense vehicles waiting or passing, holding the arm open until the lane clears. Photo eyes add a second layer of protection.
- Are DC or solar barrier operators available?
- Yes. DC operators such as StrongArmPark DC run on batteries charged by AC or solar, keeping high-cycle parking lanes running through power outages.