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The key difference is that a cantilever gate is a trackless gate system. Instead of sliding along a track, a cantilever gate is supported by rollers that are tucked behind the fencing and remains suspended when opening and closing.
Cantilevered gates work on wheeled tracks that pull the gate in rather than roll it on the ground where debris could impede the system. Reinforced cantilever gates engineered to resist high wind conditions are also available. Rapid can work with you to find custom solutions as well.
Cantilever gate is much safe because it is harder to force open from the outside, as they do not have a clear opening point that can be pressured.
As it is suspended above the ground, the cantilever gate can be used across a range of surfaces on which both sliding and swing gates may struggle. This includes elevated surfaces, which can pose particular problems for swing gates. It allow for use in more challenging circumstances, such as on a slant where traditional sliding gates could struggle. This extra strength also makes them ideal for wider entrances, such as those used by heavy-duty vehicles.