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Fancy Fence Designs
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Fancy FenceInclined Driveway Installation
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Fancy Fence
An innovative, hi-tech solution for non-standard conditions, such as a narrow plot, inclined driveway, garage close to the fence line. Any gate widths are possible.
The FANCY FENCE system is based on gates that disappear into the ground when opened.
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Features & Highlights
Fancy fence posts can be assembled together to form a retractable fence of any length. The use of standard components that are commonly associated with sliding gates allows this unique solution to be extremely simple and reliable.
The gate leaf and drive mechanism are located in a sealed reinforced concrete vault in the ground. It is connected to large counterweights through a system of cables and pulleys, where the weight of the counterweights is equal to the weight of the leaf.
This design enables the use of conventional and easily available low power electric drives, which guarantee reliability, ease of operation and maintenance of the entire drive system.
Installation
InstalledQuick Opening / Closing
A fancy fence gate features a very short full opening/closing time, which is several times shorter than in the case of other type of gates available in the market. The secret is that the distance to be travelled by the leaf to open/close the gate is more than twice as short as in other gates and that a neutral weight of the leaf thanks to the counterweights used allows for faster speeds to be used in the drive unit.Inclined Driveway Installation
As the leaf travels vertically, the FANCY FENCE gate is the only gate available in the market that may be installed in an inclined driveway, without having to level the ground around them. For installations where the gate leaf is perpendicular to the inclined ground it is necessary to install a channel drainage system along the top line of the concrete vault to prevent flooding of the vault.
For installations where the gate leaf is parallel to the incline, the top of the gate leaf may be horizontal or parallel to the inclined ground (in the latter case the height of the gate leaf arrangement will differ on both ends).Precise Installation
To achieve the desired effect, the fancy fence system is installed by dedicated, specialized and fully trained installation teams. Before the commencement of every installation, the site conditions are carefully analysed, and installation takes place with a precision that guarantees the highest quality. At the same time, unique customised methods and tooling specifically prepared for the fancy system enable the installation work to be conducted in the most suitable manner for this type of work.Enhanced Safety
Fancy fence gates are fitted with identical sensor systems as those used for sliding gates. They are aesthetically mounted on the outer components of the fence on both sides of the gate. At the instance that the light beam is broken by any object, the safety system immediately stops the movement of the gate. Overload protection that is installed as a standard in our gate drives is additional protection.
It is worth noting that unlike other types of gates available in the market, FANCY FENCE gates are safe for people, pets and property, even if other safety systems fail. This is due to the unique design of our gates which do not incorporate another fixed object that the gate would induce a crushing force against when closing.Unrestricted Arrangement Possibilities
The fancy fence system allows you to configure the arrangement of your fence, gate and pedestrian access gate. The basic arrangement is made of steel pickets that depending on your preferences can be cladded with any material offered by your local distributor. Depending on the region these are:
To see the complete range, please contact your local distributor.Manual Mode
Emergency manual opening or closing of the gate is activated with the use of a handle, through the service opening located in the centre cover. The fact that the leaf-counterweight system has a neutral weight differential, allows for it to be lifted or lowered effortlessly even by children.
Invisible Pedestrian Gates
The fancy fence pedestrian access gate does not have standard hinges. The gate swings open around one of the pickets at the end of the gate. This is possible because a horizontal beam is used to connect the gate pickets together. This beam is placed slightly below pavement level to obtain the effect of an “invisible” gate that is merged into the rest of the fence. Naturally, if you want to make your pedestrian access gate stand out from the rest of the fence there is a wide range of materials and colours available for you.
Fancy Fence Gate System
The gate that disappears into the ground
A counterweighted leaf that drops into a sealed vault beneath the driveway, the one gate that works on a slope without regrading it.
Most gates need level ground and room to swing or slide. Fancy Fence needs neither. The leaf travels straight down into a reinforced concrete vault, balanced by counterweights on cables and pulleys, so it opens in seconds, takes no space beside the driveway, and sits flush with the fence line when closed. We fabricate, install and service it across Southern California.
Gate raised
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- Opens in secondsThe travel distance is a fraction of a sliding gate's, so full opening and closing is several times quicker than the gates it competes with. You are through it before a sliding gate has cleared its track.
- Nothing above ground when openNo swing arc to keep clear, no track running along the fence line, no gap where the leaf parks. A narrow plot or a garage sitting close to the boundary stops being a problem.
- Safe even if the electronics failThe counterweights carry the weight of the leaf, so the system is balanced rather than driven by force. It uses the same sensor set as our sliding gates, mounted discreetly either side of the opening, and a handle in the centre cover opens it by hand if power is lost.
- Any width, and a matching fenceThe posts assemble into a retractable fence of any length, so the gate and the run read as one line rather than as two systems meeting. Widths are made to your opening.
- Installed by a trained crew, from our own factoryThe vault is groundwork, so every site is surveyed before installation and the drainage is planned with it. Fabrication is ours, in Canoga Park, and so is the crew that puts it in.
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What you can do with it
- Inclined drivewayInstalled on the slope as it stands. Where the leaf sits across the incline we add channel drainage along the top line so water never runs into the vault.
- Narrow or awkward plotNo swing arc and no parked leaf, so the gate takes only the width of the opening itself, the case that usually defeats a swing or a slider.
- Matching retractable fenceThe same posts carry on as fencing for any length of run, so the entrance and the property line are one continuous design.
- Invisible pedestrian gateThe walk gate pivots on one of the pickets instead of hinges, using a horizontal beam, so it disappears into the fence line until it is opened.
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Why choose Mulholland Brand
- Craftsmanship & experienceOver 30 years designing, fabricating and installing custom gates across Southern California, including sites others have turned down.
- Engineered, then installedA vaulted gate is groundwork as much as metalwork. The site is surveyed and the drainage designed before anything is cut.
- Serviced by the people who built itConventional low-power drives and commonly available components, chosen so the system stays easy to maintain for decades rather than tied to one supplier.
- Community & respectTransparency and no unexpected change orders, respect for your property and your time.
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Aluminum Systems
Features & Benefits
There are many benefits to using aluminum as your base material for your rail system. Below are just a few reasons aluminum has skyrocketed in popularity with property owners:
Low Maintenance
Aluminium is a light, durable metal with an excellent strength to weight ratio and corrosion resistance – making it an ideal material for gates, fencing, and pergolas. Each of our products is coated with an electro-statically applied, powder-coat finish, making it bump and scratch resistant, water-tight, highly resistant to corrosion and easy to maintain.
Rust & Decay Resistance
Wood and iron either decay or corrode over time. Powder-coated aluminum doesn’t. This makes it the premier outdoor use material; you’ll see it in park benches and fencing, and in outdoor furniture. It’s the choice for any situation where there isn’t the time or manpower required for constant maintenance.
Design Versatility
Aluminum fencing can be designed to fit any style need. The powder coating added during production allows it to easily replicate wood, iron, or stainless steel. It’s malleable properties allow for beautiful design or glass in-lays. When using a traditional picket style of aluminum fencing it can easily be adjusted to fit any hillside or slope without any unwanted gaps.
Classic or Contemporary Beauty
We can either match the classic “estate” look of wrought iron, or complement any modern style with a variety of different colors and styles. Mulholland’s aluminum gates, fencing, and railing increase the beauty of any yard.
Safety First
Aluminum’s light weight is safer and easier to install. Once installed, our gates and fencing are more stable, requiring less adjustments. Heavier iron gates pull against their pillars, bringing about sagging, and difficulty in opening and closing. A gate can sag to the point where it denies entrance or exit. Not such a problem with aluminum!
Environmentally Friendly
Aluminum is the most environmentally friendly metal. It can be recycled endlessly without detriment to the material. Nearly 75 percent of all aluminum ever produced is still in use today. We use recycled aluminum whenever it is available, the powder-coating is better for the environment than painting as well.
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Just wanted to give a shout out to Yossi, Lester and the rest of the team that assisted with the design and installation of our double sliding commercial gates in Santa Monica. The color choices were excellent and the powder coating is a very nice feature.. No more painting necessary of wrought iron that was so maintenace intensive on the last. I saw their signs on many aluminum gates in our beach area that seem to hold up well to the corrosive conditions that this marine environment presents.
Mulholland did our gate and small fence sections. Only took about 6 weeks to custom make the pieces and install took just a couple of hours. The installation crew was excellent. They removed the old fence/gate including a fence post that was buried about 18" in our walkway. Once removed it was replaced by their aluminum post and cemented in place. Looks great and the design matches our T-111 siding.
I know there are times where price is king. I've done that, and sometimes it's worked out. But our old fence was one of those choices and had finally become too much embarrassment. Mullholland to the rescue! Their sales, project management and construction teams were top professionals. We have a black frame with wood finished panels, that are straight and true, and we consistently get compliments from the neighbors. Best money we've spent in a long time!
The guys at MUholland Brand were always very responsive. The gate was installed quick in less than two hours. The gate looks beautiful, it add a touch of modern feel to our house. We just ordered a second gate.
Just had our gate from Mulholland installed. Very happy with how it turned out. Gustavo and his crew were professional and did a great job with the installation.
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