Gate Automation Designer School(GADS) On The Road- New York

September 28 to September 30, 2022 · 6:00pm to 5:00pm

Event Details

Classes will take place at the Saratoga Casino Hotel. There will be a reception and dinner on Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM. Class will begin at 8:00 AM on Thursday morning and run through noon on Friday.

Gate Automation Design School

The American Fence Association advocates for the recognition of professionalism in the automated vehicular gate industry and established this school in 2013 to elevate knowledge and standards thru training and education. Most people engaged in the automated gate industry on a full-time basis would agree that they should be viewed as professionals. However, it is just as important that end-users and the public share in that view.

Professionals bring additional qualities to the industry; quality customer relations, safe work practices, leadership among colleagues, communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of the industry and the organizations that support it. This school draws students from all parts of the country who seek education and skills from some of the most experiences gate operator system designers in the country.

Our motto, “Professionalism through Education”.

Why is this certification worth your time and energy?

Knowledge of design concepts and understanding of safety and code issues to protect both users and installers is vital for professional Gate Automation Designers. The finest Certified Gate Automation Technician cannot install a system that is safe, code compliant and meets the owner’s needs, if that system is not properly designed and specified. It is the purpose of this school to advance the understanding of those designing systems beyond the pure technical knowledge of the industry and help to develop a comprehensive view of the abilities of equipment and configurations possible to meet a user’s needs.

Anyone who designs automated vehicular gates is encouraged to attend this two-day school. This program is a combination of lecture, presentations and hands on gate system layout activities covering the following concepts and topics:

UL 325 for automated gate systems
ASTM F2200 and an Introduction to M.U.T.C.D. – Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Types of Gates
Types of Gate Operators
Introduction to Electrical Wiring
Access Control Devices
Vehicular Detection Systems
Power Failure Options
High Security Applications
Site Considerations

This two-day course can also serve as an introduction to the gate automation industry. Individuals and companies considering expanding their business into gate automation can get a thorough overview of both system design and standards from this class. There is a certification exam offered after the classroom instruction. Successful certification will show that you and your company are professionals in our industry, however, participation in the certification exam is not required.

Thank you to our sponsors: D&D, Master Halco, Doorking and Wood Defender

Certification testing will take place on Friday afternoon. All certification testing is optional and requires a separate application and fee.

Hotel Information

Saratoga Casino Hotel
342 Jefferson Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(800) 727-2990

Hotel rooms are avalable at the rate of $139 for Wed and Thursday nights (single/double occupancy) plus room tax. The hotel reservation cut off date is August 29th to be guaranteed the group rate. Click on this link to make your hotel reservation. Rooms are limited. This is peak time in Saratoga Springs, NY so be sure to book your room early.