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Gate Controllers for Installers

Control gates, barriers, bollards and vehicle flow with a single, structured panel.

Control 101 Gate Controllers are pre‑built access control panels designed to operate gates, barriers, and bollard. Control gates, barriers and bollards across logistics yards, car parks, concierge desks, and commercial sites. The MK1 range comes in 1-way to 4-way versions, with combinations to suit just about any scenario. The 1-way and 2-way can be bought online. However if you require a bespoke solution or a larger multi-way controller, we can do a special build: simply pop us over an email outlining what it is you want.

MK1 2-way gate controller with Entry and Exit E-stops, open buttons and hold-open selector switches

The gate controller system is broken down into 4 sections

The gate controller

Each gate controller comes with 10 meters of pre terminated 1mm YY multi-core cable (9.5meters usable length).

Junction boxes

Junction boxes are straight forward. Available in small, large, and extra large each one has din rail terminals with blank identification, identification spares, cable glands and a blank wiring schedule.

Cable

Cable available is 1mm YY multi-core and can be purchased by 5 meter, 10 meter, 15 meter and 20 meter lengths and core capacity ranging from 2-core to 50-core.

External controllers

External controllers are units that can control gates, barriers, bollards locally, ideal for free to exit, hold open and Deadman's operation.

Each External controller comes with cable glands

Each controller is built around a clean, labelled layout with:

  • Dedicated E‑Stop buttons
  • Printed zone labels
  • Installer‑friendly wiring
  • Options for selector or key switches available

These panels are ideal for sites requiring manual override, emergency stop access, and multi‑zone control from a single location.

The MK1 Gate Controller

MK1 – Versatile Multi‑Zone Controller

  • Supports up to 3 variants
  • Includes E‑STOP buttons per zone
  • Printed zone labelling
  • Optional for selector or key switches
  • Ideal for concierge desks, logistics yards, and mixed‑access sites

Each controller comes with 9.5 meters of 1mm YY cable

MK1 – Plastic Enclosure with Aluminium Plates. The MK1 Gate Controller is built inside a durable plastic enclosure fitted with precision‑cut aluminium plates for mounting E‑Stops, key switches, and printed zone labels. This design provides:

  • A clean, professional finish
  • Excellent durability for indoor and concierge environments
  • Plenty of internal space for optional accessories
  • A versatile platform for Hold Open key switches and custom layouts
Two MK1 gate controllers in use on a security desk

Customisation Options

Gate Controllers can be tailored to your site

  • Add or remove zones
  • Change printed labels
  • Integrate with access control systems
  • Add Hold Open key switches (MK1 only)
  • Choose enclosure type (plastic MK1 or custom)

Typical examples include

  • HGV Gate IN
  • HGV Barrier IN
  • HGV Bollard IN
  • HGV Gate OUT
  • HGV Barrier OUT
  • HGV Bollard OUT
  • Car Park Lower Gate IN
  • Car Park Lower Barrier OUT
  • Car Park Middle Gate IN
  • Car Park Middle Barrier OUT
  • Car Park Upper Gate IN
  • Car Park Upper Barrier OUT

Typical Applications

  • Logistics yards
  • Commercial car parks
  • Concierge desks
  • Multi‑gate sites
  • Emergency access panels
  • Multi‑zone vehicle control
  • Under ground parking control
  • Security station control
  • Shutter control

MK1 models and combinations

Every MK1 controller is built to order. Pick the number of ways (gates, barriers or bollards), then the combination: each card lists the controls fitted in panel order. Prices are ex VAT. The 1-way and 2-way can be ordered online; the 3-way and 4-way prices are to come, so request a quote for those.

MK1 · 12 combinations · Buy online

MK1 1-Way Gate Controller

1-Way gate/barrier/bollard control unit comprising of 1 × open button, 1 × hold open selector or key switch, 1 × E-Stop. Each controller comes with 9.5 meters of 1mm YY cable, complete with wiring schedule. Built to order.

From£230.00ex VAT
MK1 1-way gate controller, combination A1
1-Way A1M-GC-MK1 - 1 WAY-A1
  1. Open button
  2. E-Stop
  3. Hold-open selector switch

£230.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller, combination A2
1-Way A2M-GC-MK1 - 1 WAY-A2
  1. Open button
  2. E-Stop
  3. Hold-open key switch

£230.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller, combination B1
1-Way B1M-GC-MK1 - 1 WAY-B1
  1. Open button
  2. Hold-open selector switch
  3. Free-to-exit override selector switch
  4. E-Stop

£230.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller, combination B2
1-Way B2M-GC-MK1 - 1 WAY-B2
  1. Open button
  2. Hold-open key switch
  3. Free-to-exit override key switch
  4. E-Stop

£230.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way C1M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-C1
  1. Open button
  2. Hold-open selector switch
  3. Selector switch
  4. E-Stop

£230.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way C2M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-C2
  1. Open button
  2. Hold-open key switch
  3. Key switch
  4. E-Stop

£240.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way D1M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-D1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Hold-open selector switch

£230.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way D2M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-D2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Key switch

£240.00 ex VAT

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way E1M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-E1
  1. Open button
  2. Hold-open selector switch
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. E-Stop

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way E2M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-E2
  1. Open button
  2. Hold-open key switch
  3. Key switch
  4. E-Stop

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way F1M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-F1
  1. Open button
  2. E-Stop
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Hold-open selector switch

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MK1 1-way gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
1-Way F2M-GC-1 WAY-MK1-F2
  1. Open button
  2. E-Stop
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Key switch

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MK1 · 8 combinations · Buy online

MK1 2-Way Gate Controller

2-Way gate/barrier/bollard control unit comprising of 2 × open button, 2 × hold open selector or key switch, 2 × E-Stop, Optional free to exit selector or key switch. Each controller comes with 9.5 meters of 1mm YY cable, complete with wiring schedule. Built to order.

From£250.00ex VAT
MK1 2-way gate controller, combination A1
2-Way A1M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-A1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch

£250.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination A2
2-Way A2M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-A2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch

£270.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination B1
2-Way B1M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-B1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit selector switch

£270.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination B2
2-Way B2M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-B2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch

£280.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination B3
2-Way B3M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-B3
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch

£300.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination C1
2-Way C1M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-C1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit selector switch
  5. Free-to-exit selector switch

£270.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination C2
2-Way C2M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-C2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch
  5. Free-to-exit key switch

£290.00 ex VAT

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MK1 2-way gate controller, combination C3
2-Way C3M-GC-MK1 - 2 WAY-C3
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch
  5. Free-to-exit key switch

£310.00 ex VAT

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MK1 · 8 combinations · Price to come

MK1 3-Way Gate Controller

3-Way gate/barrier/bollard control unit comprising of 3 × open button, 3 × hold open selector or key switch, 3 × E-Stop, Optional free to exit selector or key switch. Each controller comes with 9.5 meters of 1mm YY cable, complete with wiring schedule. Built to order.

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way A1M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-A1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way A2M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-A2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way B1M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-B1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit selector switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way B2M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-B2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way B3M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-B3
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way C1M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-C1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit selector switch
  5. Free-to-exit selector switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way C2M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-C2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch
  5. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
3-Way C3M-GC-MK1 - 3 WAY-C3
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch
  5. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 · 8 combinations · Price to come

MK1 4-Way Gate Controller

4-Way gate/barrier/bollard control unit comprising of 4 × open button, 4 × hold open selector or key switch, 4 × E-Stop, Optional free to exit selector or key switch. Each controller comes with 9.5 meters of 1mm YY cable, complete with wiring schedule. Built to order.

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way A1M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-A1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way A2M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-A2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way B1M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-B1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit selector switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way B2M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-B2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way B3M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-B3
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way C1M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-C1
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit selector switch
  5. Free-to-exit selector switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way C2M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-C2
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open selector switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch
  5. Free-to-exit key switch

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MK1 gate controller (standard picture; panel layout varies by combination)Standard picture · layout varies
4-Way C3M-GC-MK1 - 4 WAY-C3
  1. E-Stop
  2. Open button
  3. Hold-open key switch
  4. Free-to-exit key switch
  5. Free-to-exit key switch

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Special Build

Need more than 4 ways, open and close control, or a layout of your own? We build bespoke and larger multi-way controllers to order, with dedicated E-Stops and printed zone labels to suit your site.

Pictured: a 6-way open and close controller, comprising of

  • 6 x open button
  • 6 x close button
  • 6 x E-Stop

Tell us how many gates, barriers or bollards you need to control and which controls you want, and we'll quote for it.

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MK1 6-way open and close gate controller with printed HGV and car park zone labels
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Downloadable files for the Gate Controllers range are coming soon.

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