How to Choose the Right Fence Gate Wheels for Your Property

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New ParagrWe all know about the struggle of opening a steel gate and the annoying noise it sometimes makes while being dragged on the ground. Most of us have either experienced it first-hand or seen someone getting frustrated when dealing with stubborn gates that refuse to open smoothly. Where there is the everyday task of dealing with such gates, it becomes a real challenge which leads to wear and tear of the gate, property, and your back. Why haven’t anyone thought of a solution? Well fortunately we have a simple solution that can make your life easier: the gate wheel.

The Problem with Traditional Gates

Imagine a typical day on your farm, working with livestock, moving things from one section of the yard to another and going in and out of your property multiple times. This means you have to get out of your vehicle every time you have to enter someplace and then close it on your way out. Each time you wrestle, lift and drag that heavy steel gate on the uneven ground. Imagining the struggle is enough to get frustrated. This is not only physically exhausting but can also damage the gate and its hinges, digging its way into the ground and even the post might come loose. Not just on the farm, such problems can occur in your garden gate at your home. 

Here is the Solution for Stubborn Gates

Enter the farm gate wheel. This ingenious device, designed and launched by QuikFence, is specifically engineered to make light work of heavy gates. Simply attaching the gate wheel to the bottom of your gate will considerably reduce the effort put in to open the gate. The wheel is strong enough to support the weight of the heaviest steel fence gate, preventing it from sagging and significantly increasing the life of the fence gate and posts.

Why Choose Fence Gate Wheels?

The fence wheels are not just a convenient addition to your gate, but they are also very practical in different types of settings and accessible to the young and the old operators. Here are some reasons for considering a gate wheel from QuikFence:

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  Ease of Use: The gate wheel makes opening and closing gates effortless, saving you time and physical effort.
• Durability: Made from quality heavy-duty steel, the gate wheel is built to withstand the demands of heavy gates.
• Versatility: It suits most steel gates and can be installed quickly with minimal tools.
• Safety: Reduces potential OH&S issues by eliminating the need to lift or drag heavy gates.

Features of the Farm Gate Wheel

The gate wheel from QuikFence is a robust and reliable product designed to handle the toughest conditions. Here's what makes it stand out:

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  Heavy-Duty Construction: It is a gate wheel made from steel that is of superior quality and is strong enough to endure heavy-burdened gates.
• Low Maintenance: The gate wheel requires less maintenance once it is put up on the gate of your yard or garden, hence no more worries for you.
• Easy Installation: All you need are six simple steps, as explained in the detailed instructions for assembly which will enable you to fit the gate wheel onto your current steel gate.

How to Install the Gate Wheel

Installing the gate wheel is straightforward and can be done with basic tools. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

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  Check the Gate: Ensure there’s a space of 200mm x 165mm for the wheel to rotate on the axle. Depending on your gate's design, you might need to cut a space for it.
• Attach the Axle Brackets: Place the axle brackets over the bottom rail and bolt them onto the gate.
• Assemble the Wheel: Place both halves of the wheel over the axle bracket.
• Secure the Wheel Halves: Insert bolts through the four outer holes and tightly secure the two halves together.
• Fix the Wheel in Place: Insert the remaining bolts through the axle bracket and wheel halves, then tighten them.
• Finalise the Installation: Fix the brackets on either side of the wheel to the gate using the supplied tek screws.

For a visual guide, you can visit the QuikFence YouTube channel to watch a video demonstration of the gate wheel being assembled.

The Gate Wheel: Put an End to Gate Struggle

When the right fence wheels are added to your property, it can transform your daily routine, reducing physical strain and improving the performance of your gates. Whether it is needed to manage a busy farm or make it easier to handle your garden gate, the fence gate wheel at QuikFence is deemed the perfect solution. It is durable, easy to install, and needs low maintenance, making it an investment of convenience and longevity.