Key-operated gate locks<\/h4>\n
Key-operated locks provide conventional access control using a key and locking cylinder.<\/p>\n
They are available in both surface-mounted and insert configurations and can be suitable for domestic, commercial and pedestrian gates.<\/p>\n
F.H.Brundle supplies Locinox gate locks complete with cylinders and handles, as well as individual lock mechanisms where the cylinder and handles can be specified separately.<\/p>\n
Ideal for:<\/strong>\u00a0garden gates, pedestrian gates, driveway gates and applications requiring conventional keyed access.<\/p>\nInsert gate locks<\/h4>\n
Insert locks sit within the gate frame rather than being mounted entirely on its surface.<\/p>\n
They can provide a clean, integrated appearance and are available for different profile sizes.<\/p>\n
The Locinox Forty Lock, for example, has a stainless steel mechanism, adjustable self-latching bolt and hook, and is compatible with Euro profile cylinders. Its day bolt can be continuously adjusted by up to 10mm without removing the lock box.<\/p>\n
Ideal for:<\/strong>\u00a0fabricated metal and aluminium gates where the gate profile is suitable for an insert lock.<\/p>\nSurface-mounted gate locks<\/h4>\n
Surface-mounted locks attach directly to the gate structure and can be useful where an insert lock isn\u2019t appropriate.<\/p>\n
They can provide a practical solution for both new installations and some retrofit applications.<\/p>\n
F.H.Brundle stocks surface-mounted Locinox locking solutions for different gate profiles and applications.<\/p>\n
Ideal for:<\/strong>\u00a0metal gates, sliding gates and installations where an external lock body is preferred.<\/p>\nCombination gate locks<\/h4>\n
Combination locks provide keyless access using a mechanical keypad or code.<\/p>\n
They can be particularly useful for shared entrances where multiple people need authorised access without each person having a key.<\/p>\n
F.H.Brundle\u2019s combination gate lock features automatic latching, an adjustable latch bolt and mechanical keypad operation, meaning it doesn\u2019t require a power supply.<\/p>\n
Ideal for:<\/strong>\u00a0residential developments, shared entrances, commercial premises, schools, recreational facilities and controlled-access areas.<\/p>\nSliding gate locks<\/h4>\n
Sliding gates require locking hardware designed around their movement and construction.<\/p>\n
A sliding gate lock needs to secure the gate while allowing the sliding mechanism and surrounding hardware to operate correctly.<\/p>\n
F.H.Brundle supplies dedicated sliding gate locks, including Locinox surface-mounted solutions with adjustable keeps and stainless steel mechanisms.<\/p>\n
Ideal for:<\/strong>\u00a0sliding driveway gates, commercial gates and industrial entrances.<\/p>\nSelf-latching gate locks<\/h4>\n
A self-latching lock automatically engages when the gate closes.<\/p>\n
This can be particularly useful when a gate is fitted with a gate closer, because the closer can bring the gate into the closed position while the lock automatically engages.<\/p>\n
The Locinox Forty and Fifty Locks use adjustable self-latching bolts and hooks.<\/p>\n
Ideal for:<\/strong>\u00a0pedestrian gates and installations where automatic locking after closure is required.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Gate Locks for Home Owners<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>For homeowners, the right gate lock should provide the required level of security without making everyday use unnecessarily complicated.<\/p>\n
Before choosing a lock, consider:<\/p>\n
1.<\/strong>\u00a0 What type of gate do you have?
\n2.<\/strong>\u00a0 What is the gate made from?
\n3.<\/strong>\u00a0 Is it a pedestrian, garden or driveway gate?
\n4.<\/strong>\u00a0 Do you want key or keyless access?
\n5.<\/strong>\u00a0 Does the gate need to self-latch?
\n6.<\/strong>\u00a0 How much security do you require?
\n7.<\/strong>\u00a0 Will the lock be exposed to rain and other weather conditions?
\n8.<\/strong>\u00a0 Does the gate already have a closer or latch?<\/p>\nFor a typical domestic pedestrian gate, a key-operated or combination lock may be appropriate. For shared access, a mechanical combination lock can remove the need to distribute keys.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Gate Locks for Installers<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>For installers, the main challenge is ensuring the selected lock is compatible with the physical construction of the gate.<\/p>\n
Check:<\/p>\n
Gate profile<\/h4>\n
Insert locks are designed for specific gate-profile dimensions. For example, the Locinox Forty Lock is designed for suitable 40mm profiles, while the Fifty Lock is intended for profiles of 50mm depth or more.<\/p>\n
Backset and dimensions<\/h4>\n
Check the lock\u2019s backset, lock-body dimensions, cylinder position and handle configuration before fabrication.<\/p>\n
The Locinox Eighty Lock, for example, has a 60mm backset and is designed for profiles of 80mm depth or more.<\/p>\n
Keep alignment<\/h4>\n
The lock and keep need to align correctly so that the bolt or hook can engage reliably when the gate closes.<\/p>\n
Where adjustment is available, this can help accommodate installation tolerances and maintain reliable operation.<\/p>\n
Gate closer compatibility<\/h4>\n
If the gate is fitted with a closer, check that the lock can reliably latch when the closer brings the gate into the closed position.<\/p>\n
A self-latching lock can be particularly useful in this type of installation.<\/p>\n
Finish and environment<\/h4>\n
For external gates, consider the lock\u2019s material and finish in relation to exposure, corrosion and the appearance of the overall gate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Gate Locks for Balustrade and Balcony Installers<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Gate locks can form an important part of access-controlled openings within\u00a0balustrade, balcony, terrace and pedestrian-access installations<\/strong>.<\/p>\nFor these projects, lock selection should consider both function and architectural appearance.<\/p>\n
Key considerations include:<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0 Gate frame dimensions
\n\u2022\u00a0 Locking mechanism
\n\u2022\u00a0 Available fixing space
\n\u2022\u00a0 Material and finish
\n\u2022\u00a0 Environmental exposure
\n\u2022\u00a0 Required security level
\n\u2022\u00a0 Access requirements
\n\u2022\u00a0 Compatibility with hinges and closers
\n\u2022\u00a0 Compatibility with access-control equipment
\n\u2022\u00a0 Ease of use
\n\u2022\u00a0 Maintenance requirements<\/p>\n
Where a gate forms part of a balcony, terrace or balustrade installation, the lock should be considered alongside the complete system rather than selected independently.<\/p>\n
F.H.Brundle<\/strong> supplies gate hardware alongside dedicated\u00a0handrailing and balustrade<\/strong>\u00a0product ranges, including Pro-Railing, frameless glass balustrade, Juliet balconies and other architectural systems.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Gate Locks for Architects and Specifiers<\/h3>\n<\/div>For architects and specifiers, gate lock selection should balance\u00a0security, access control, durability, appearance and installation requirements<\/strong>.<\/p>\nA specification should identify the key performance requirements rather than simply stating \u201cgate lock\u201d.<\/p>\n
Consider specifying:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n
\n
\n\n\n| Requirement<\/th>\n | What to Consider<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n |
\n\nGate Type<\/strong><\/td>\n| Swing or sliding<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nGate Material<\/strong><\/td>\n| Steel, aluminium, timber, PVC or other<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nLock Type<\/strong><\/td>\n| Insert, surface-mounted, combination, specialist or other<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nAccess method<\/strong><\/td>\n| Key, keypad, controlled access or other<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSecurity level<\/strong><\/td>\n| Required level of resistance and access control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSelf-latching<\/strong><\/td>\n| Whether the lock needs to latch automatically<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nGate Profile<\/strong><\/td>\n| Profile dimensions and available lock space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nBackset<\/strong><\/td>\n| Required lock backset<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nCylinder<\/strong><\/td>\n| Cylinder type and compatibility<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nHandle<\/strong><\/td>\n| Required handle arrangement and finish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nEnvironment<\/strong><\/td>\n| External, exposed, coastal or corrosive conditions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nFinish<\/strong><\/td>\n| Colour, coating and architectural appearance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nEmergency access<\/strong><\/td>\n| Whether specialist emergency\/fire access is required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nIntegration<\/strong><\/td>\nCompatibility with hinges, closers and access-control systems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\nThis approach gives installers enough information to select a compatible product and reduces the risk of specifying a lock that cannot be accommodated by the gate frame.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Gate Lock Comparison<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n \n \n\n\n| Gate Lock Type<\/th>\n | Best Suited To<\/th>\n | Main Advantage<\/th>\n | Key Considerations<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | \n\nKey-operated lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Domestic and commercial gates<\/td>\n | Familiar, straightforward access<\/td>\n | Requires keys and compatible cylinder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nInsert lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Fabricated metal and aluminium gates<\/td>\n | Integrated appearance<\/td>\n | Gate profile must accommodate the lock body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSurface-mounted lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Metal, timber and sliding gates<\/td>\n | Straightforward installation<\/td>\n | Consider available mounting space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nCombination lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Shared or controlled-access gates<\/td>\n | Keyless access<\/td>\n | Code management and user access<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSelf-latching lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Pedestrian gates<\/td>\n | Automatically latches when closed<\/td>\n | Must align correctly with the keep<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSliding gate lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Sliding gates<\/td>\n | Designed for sliding-gate applications<\/td>\n | Check gate profile and keep arrangement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSpecialist access lock<\/strong><\/td>\n| Fire, child-safety or restricted-access applications<\/td>\n | Designed for specific access requirements<\/td>\n | Check project-specific requirements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
![\"Locinox](\"https:\/\/fhbwordpress.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/11153157\/Main-Header-Banner-12.png\" "\\"Main")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Gatemaster](\"https:\/\/fhbwordpress.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/11153309\/Intro-Image-12.png\" "\\"Intro")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>