06/03/2026
🌪️ Hurricane Season Is Here. Is Your Facility Ready?
When severe weather approaches, most facilities focus on windows, generators, and emergency supplies—but automatic gates are often overlooked.
High winds can place tremendous stress on gate systems. In hurricane conditions, gates can act like sails, putting excessive strain on operators, hinges, rollers, tracks, and supporting structures. If not properly secured, gates can become damaged or even create additional safety hazards during a storm.
Before a storm arrives, facilities should inspect gate systems, test backup power, verify access control functionality, and secure gates that may be exposed to high winds. Properly tying down and securing gates can help reduce damage and improve the chances of returning to normal operations more quickly after the storm passes.
FDC can assist with hurricane preparedness, including gate inspections, securing gate systems, tying gates down before major storms, and post-storm repairs if needed.
Don't wait until a hurricane warning is issued.
FDC provides commercial gate service, access control maintenance, parking systems support, and perimeter security solutions throughout Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, Miami, Melbourne, and across Florida.
Stay prepared. Stay operational.
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