FenceTrac standard gates ship as a complete gate kit, not a pre-assembled unit. Each kit includes the aluminum gate frame components, stainless steel hinges, and a lockable latch. Assembly requires no welding. The kit produces a heavy-duty gate that will not sag over time, and it accepts the same infill boards used in the adjacent fence panels.
The Short Answer
All standard FenceTrac gates are kits. The frame components, hardware, and fasteners arrive together. The installer assembles the gate frame, slides in the infill boards, and hangs the gate on the posts. No welding, no special fabrication equipment.
What Comes in a FenceTrac Gate Kit
Every standard gate kit includes the components needed to build and hang the gate.
| Component | Material | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Gate frame (top, bottom, sides) | Aluminum | Yes |
| Hinges | Stainless steel | Yes |
| Lockable latch | Stainless steel | Yes |
| Fasteners | Stainless steel | Yes |
| Infill boards | Varies by order | Ordered separately with fence panels |
| Drop rod (double gates only) | Galvanized steel | Yes, for double gate kits |
Infill boards are not packaged inside the gate kit because they are part of the overall fence panel order. The same boards used in the fence panels slide into the gate frame during assembly.
Watch: FenceTrac Gate Kit Assembly
This video walks through the full assembly process for a FenceTrac gate kit, from frame layout to infill installation.
Assembly Process Overview
Gate kit assembly follows a straightforward sequence that any fence installer or experienced property owner can complete with standard tools.
Frame Assembly
The aluminum frame pieces connect with the included fasteners. The top rail, bottom rail, and side channels bolt together to form the rectangular gate frame. No welding is involved at any step.
Infill Installation
Once the frame is assembled, the infill boards slide into the frame channels, the same way they slide into the FenceTrac fence frame channels. The gate accepts any infill compatible with the fence system: LuxeCore aluminum-core composite, UltraBlend PVC, aluminum boards, or cedar.
Hanging the Gate
The assembled gate mounts to the fence post using the included stainless steel hinges. The lockable latch installs on the opposite side. For pool-compliant installations, self-closing hinges replace the standard hinges.
Why a Kit Instead of a Pre-Assembled Gate
Shipping a gate as a kit rather than a pre-assembled unit has practical advantages for the installer and the property owner.
A flat-packed kit ships more efficiently and arrives with less risk of transit damage than a fully assembled gate. The installer can also verify the fit against the actual post spacing on site before final assembly, which accounts for any minor field variations.
The kit design also makes width adjustments possible. If the opening is narrower than the standard kit width, the installer can cut the top and bottom rails to fit before assembling.
Gate Design Options by Kit Size
FenceTrac offers four standard gate kit sizes. Each one uses the same assembly process.
Single gate kits are available in 4-foot and 6-foot widths. Double gate kits are available in 8-foot and 12-foot widths. Double gate kits include a commercial drop rod for securing the stationary leaf.
All kits are available in 4-foot, 6-foot, and 8-foot heights to match the fence line. Powder-coat color options are Black, Bronze, White, and Silver.
Custom Gates: The Exception
The kit format applies to standard gate sizes. For applications that require non-standard dimensions, heavy-duty construction, or cantilever and sliding mechanisms, FenceTrac builds custom steel welded gates.
Custom gates ship fully welded and ready to hang. They are built to order for commercial driveways, industrial entries, and any project where the standard aluminum gate kits do not meet the structural or dimensional requirements.
Related Questions
Does FenceTrac offer adjustable width gates? Yes. The top and bottom rails of any standard gate kit can be cut to fit a narrower opening. No welding required.
Can I add an automated opener to a FenceTrac gate? Yes. Aftermarket openers can be field-installed on standard gate kits or integrated into custom gate builds.
Does FenceTrac offer code-compliant hardware for pool gates? Yes. Self-closing, pool-compliant hardware is available as an upgrade for any standard gate kit.
See Also
What is a modular fence system and how does it work for an overview of the FenceTrac frame, post, and infill system. Infill options for the FenceTrac frame for compatible gate infill materials.
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FenceTrac ships fence systems and gate kits nationally and has been manufacturing engineered fencing in the USA since 2012.
Every system carries a 20-year warranty and is engineered for long-term performance with minimal maintenance.