Sliding driveway gates
A space-efficient choice where the gate can travel beside the front fence on a properly prepared track or engineered support system.
Custom driveway gates · Bundoora & Melbourne
Sliding and double gates for Melbourne homes
Custom fabricated driveway and pedestrian gates designed around the opening, runback, slope, wind, security and daily vehicle movement.
Choose the movement first
The site decides whether the gate should slide or swing.
A driveway gate must fit the available opening and move safely without fighting the slope, wind or vehicle path. RJL measures the travel, clearances and support structure before finalising the gate style.
- Track sliding gates for driveways with suitable side runback
- Double swing gates for openings with adequate arc and level clearance
- Manual or automated operation planned from the outset
- Custom steel frames, vertical infill, slats and privacy options
- Matching pedestrian gates, front fencing and access hardware
- New posts, footings, track and end stops included where required
Driveway gate options
One opening. Several practical solutions.
Double swing gates
Two coordinated leaves reduce the swing arc of each panel and suit homes with the clearance and levels for inward or approved outward movement.
Automatic gates
Motors, controls, safety beams, manual release and access devices selected around gate weight, travel and household use.
Manual driveway gates
A well-balanced manual gate with reliable latching can suit lower-use entries where automation is not required.
Pedestrian and side gates
Purpose-built entries with suitable locks, latches, closers and infill coordinated with the fence and driveway gate.
Complete front boundaries
Gate posts, front fencing, letterbox integration and access hardware can be planned as one consistent frontage.
Gate automation
Design the motor and safety system with the gate.
Automation performs best when the gate structure, travel, support and motor are properly matched. RJL can coordinate new automatic gates or assess whether an existing gate is suitable to motorise.
Driveway gate FAQ
Questions to resolve before fabrication.
Is a sliding or double swing gate better for my driveway?
A sliding gate needs suitable side runback and track or cantilever geometry. Double swing gates need clear arc space and careful allowance for driveway slope and wind. RJL checks the opening and use before recommending either system.
Can a new driveway gate be automated?
Yes. The gate, posts, hinges or track, motor size, power, safety devices and controls should be designed together for reliable movement.
Does RJL make pedestrian gates to match?
Yes. A matching pedestrian or side-access gate can be fabricated with the same infill, spacing, finish and hardware as the driveway gate and front fence.
Can RJL replace an existing driveway gate?
Yes. The site assessment checks the existing posts, footings, opening, ground levels, power and access before the replacement scope is confirmed.
Start with the site
Measure the opening before choosing the gate.
Send driveway photos, the approximate opening and your preferred style. RJL will confirm the next step.