When replacing an automated gate, the new gate must conform to which standard?

• A. UL 325
• B. ASTM F2200
• C. IEC 62061
• D. ISO 13849

Answer: (B)

When a gate is replaced, the gate itself should be built to a standard that governs the construction of electric gates. ASTM F2200 is the standard that specifies the requirements for the fabrication and performance of electric gates, including how the frame, hinges, hardware, and safety features should be designed and installed. This ensures the new gate is structurally sound, compatible with typical operator systems, and safe to operate.

UL 325 focuses on the safety of the gate operator and sensing devices rather than the gate’s construction, so it’s important for overall safety but not the primary guide for replacing the gate itself. ISO 13849 and IEC 62061 are international machinery safety standards for control systems and risk assessment, not the specific gate fabrication standard used for replacement gates in many markets. Therefore, the best standard to ensure the new gate meets recognized construction and safety criteria is ASTM F2200.