Gatemaster Hydraulic Gate Closer Screw Fixed with Stop Hinge
This hydraulically controlled gate closer and top hinge kit has been developed using a proven mechanism to provide safe and reliable gate closing. This makes it perfect for use on playground and school gates where closing speed adjustment is required.
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Apply For A Trade AccountThe Gatemaster APSW Hydraulic Gate Closer with Bolt-On Stop Hinge is a strong, vandal-resistant, and easy-to-install solution for safe and reliable gate closing. Designed for gates up to 150 kg, this bolt-on hydraulic closer is ideal for schools, playgrounds, and high-traffic public areas where controlled closing is essential.
Installed beneath the gate, the APSW unit is unobtrusive and tamper-resistant, while also acting as a load-bearing lower hinge. The top hinge includes a built-in 90° stop, preventing the gate from being over-opened and protecting the closer from damage.
Key Features & Benefits:
Closes gates up to 150 kg (330 lb) smoothly and securely
Bolt-on screw fix installation – no welding required
Adjustable closing and latching speeds
Installed under the gate – discreet and vandal resistant
Acts as a load-bearing lower hinge
Supplied with top hinge including integral 90° stop
No power required – fully hydraulic system
Perfect for schools, playgrounds, and public access gates
The APSW combines all the proven reliability of the APS series with the added convenience of bolt-on installation and an integrated stop hinge.
Product Code: APSW – Hydraulic gate closer with bolt-on stop hinge
Maximum Gate Weight: 150 kg (330 lb)
Maximum Gate Width: 1.5 m
Closing Speed: Fully adjustable (main closing and final latching speeds)
Opening Angle: Up to 90° (integral stop hinge)
Installation Method: Bolt-on screw fix (no welding required)
Position: Fits beneath the gate for unobtrusive, vandal-resistant installation
Lower Hinge Function: Acts as load-bearing lower hinge
Top Hinge: Adjustable with built-in 90° stop
Power: Hydraulic – no electricity required
Follow these simple steps to install your Gatemaster APSW Hydraulic Gate Closer with Bolt-On Stop Hinge:
Fix the lower clamp bracket to the gate post.
Fix the mounting bar to the underside of the gate.
Fit the closer unit onto the lower clamp bracket and tighten the clamp.
Lower the gate onto the closer unit and locate the mounting bar into the closer unit. Remove the cover and install the 2 × M10 fixing bolts to secure the closer unit to the mounting bar.
Hold the gate temporarily in the required final position by clamping it to the gate post.
Check the top hinge rotation direction. If necessary, turn over the stop plate inside the hinge to change the swing direction.
Assemble the top hinge brackets and fix them to the gate post and top of the gate.
Test that the gate swings correctly:
Vertical adjustment: via the slots in the top hinge
Rotational adjustment: via the 2 × M10 bolts in the closer unit slots
Adjust the two speed controls using the special key:
Valve nearest the hinge = closing speed
Valve furthest from hinge = latching speed
Refit the closer unit cover using the special key.
Maintenance: Lubricate the top hinge regularly with a suitable grease. The closer and bottom hinge require no further maintenance.
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