The Magnalock M62 FG is an alternative electronic closer to the standard automation options. Because it has a return bracket (see below) that engages the magnetic box, it is not advisable for pedestrian gates simply because the return extends approximately 4".

The Magnal Lock simply secures the gate closed. It is released by remotes or a release button wired to the column. But it does not automatically open the gate the way standard automation motors do. You must open and close the gate manually.

So why bother? Well, there is the security of being able to lock a non-automated driveway gate in the closed position and that is worth something, while being considerably more affordable.

The Magnal Lock allows for the normal expansion and contraction from season to season.  Gates with standard locksets (such as a residential front door) and an electronically released strike plate require a swing clearance of no more than 1/4". This may work for steel gates or interior doors, but it runs a high risk with exterior gates of the gate swelling to the point it will not close during the wetter months of wood expansion, and the electronic access becomes altogether ineffective.

The above plate is surface mounted to either the inside face of your posts, as illustrated below, or to the inside edge of a jamb.  The corresponding Z-bar is subsequently mounted to the gate face. 

The mounting box is equipped for conduit to carry your wiring to the grade.  It is also equipped to accommodate wiring bored through the post to an intercom  or bell system located on the face side of the post.The Magnalock M62 FG and its corresponding Z-bracket retail for $520.  Ordered either through CPW or Access Hardware, listed below.
If you are mounting your gate to columns or masonry walls, etc, we will provide the jambs
(This includes one 2x4 hinge jamb, and one 3-1/16"T x 4"W lock jamb to accommodate the M62 plate.  This plate is surface mounted on site.)