Commercial & Industrial Fencing & Guardrail | Serving Chicagoland & Illinois
Services - Gates & Access Control
Gates, Gate Operators & Access Control Systems
Swing Gate | Overhead Slide Gate | Cantilever Slide Gate | Vertical Pivot Gate | Barrier Gate | Turnstiles
Midwest Fence Corporation provides complete gate and access control solutions for commercial, industrial, and public-sector projects throughout Illinois. We fabricate and install secure, functional systems tailored to the operational needs and access requirements of each site. Whether you're securing a corporate yard, school entrance, water treatment facility, or parking lot, our team delivers integrated gate systems backed by decades of experience and union craftsmanship.
Gate Types We Install
We offer manual and motorized gates built from chain link, ornamental steel, or custom-fabricated materials. All gate systems are designed and installed to match your operational needs, access control requirements, and site layout.
Single Swing Gate
Ideal for pedestrian or narrow vehicle openings. Swing inward or outward; available with locking hardware, closers, panic bars, or automation.
Double Swing Gate
Used for wider access points like parking lots or drive lanes. Can be padlocked or motorized with dual operators.
Overhead Slide Gate
Slides on a beam across the top of the opening—great for snowy areas or limited side clearance. Manual or automated operation available.
Cantilever Slide Gate
No overhead beam required. Counterbalanced design glides smoothly over ground with no tracks—attractive and effective, but requires lateral clearance.
Vertical Pivot Gate
Raises vertically for sites with minimal side room. Always motorized and integrated with access control.
Barrier Gate
Simple, motorized arm system for parking facilities or low-security vehicle control points.
Turnstiles
For pedestrian control at stadiums, offices, parks, or transit sites.
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Manual or electric
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Galvanized, aluminum, or stainless steel
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ADA-accessible options
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Compatible with card readers and access control systems
See Also: Parks & Public Space Solutions
Gate Operator Systems
Hydraulic Arms | Linear Actuators | Screw Drive Operators | Chain Drives
We install gate operators matched to your gate type, size, and usage frequency. Systems are UL325-compliant and include safety features like:
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Photo eyes
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Sensing edges
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Vehicle detection loops
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Battery backup (available on most models)
Operator Types:
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Hydraulic Arms
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Linear Actuators
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Screw Drive Operators
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Chain Drive Systems
Access Control Systems
Remote Control | Digital Keypad | Card Key Reader | Proximity Reader | Barcode Reader
Secure your site and control who enters with our programmable and non-programmable access systems:Barcode readers allow hands-free scanning from up to 6 feet away, even at 25 mph—ideal for employee parking lots, gated campuses, or freight yards. All systems can be integrated with gates, turnstiles, or pedestrian doors.
Custom Gate Fabrication
As an AISC-certified steel fabricator, we build custom security and architectural gates in-house. Whether you need decorative entry gates, industrial security gates, or specialized designs for government projects, we’ve got the expertise and capacity.
Our in-house CAD team and round-the-clock welders ensure high-quality, deadline-driven results on:
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Ornamental and steel security gates
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Architectural entry features
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Custom pivot or cantilever designs
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Integrated pedestrian and vehicle access packages
See More: Custom Fabrication
Ready to Upgrade Your Gate System?
From chain link swing gates to complex automated access packages, Midwest Fence Corporation is a trusted partner for secure, code-compliant entry systems.