Does UpGate close automatically?
No. Press the same assigned button again to close it, then visually confirm it has fully closed before leaving.
Solar Gate Opener for Farms
Running mains power to a paddock gateway adds another job before the gate can do any work. UpGate® powers its lifting system from a post-mounted solar panel and opens from the cab.
Automated Farm Gate for Dairy and Cattle Farms, UpGate® by ControlAg
Problems UpGate solves at a working gateway
Use one remote-controlled opening for the vehicles, machinery and cattle moving through your electric fence.
- Repeated stops to open and close the same gateway
- Drivers climbing out of the ute or tractor each time
- No mains power available at an internal farm gateway
- Vehicles and cattle needing to use the same opening
- Limited clear ground for a gate to swing through
- Different gateway widths and vehicle clearances
Send the gateway width, vehicle height and cord count. ControlAg can help you compare the right UpGate setup.
Check your gateway with ControlAgAutomated farm gates
Compare Standard and Large in single or double configurations.
UpGate Standard Single
One unit for utes, motorbikes and everyday farm vehicles.
$2,900 AUD
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UpGate Standard Double
Two units for wider gateways used by everyday farm vehicles.
$5,800 AUD
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Automate the gateway without trenching power across the paddock
The panel, battery, motor and controls are mounted at the gateway. The installation manual recommends 4 to 6 hours of clear sun each day, with more sun needed where traffic is heavy.
Step 1
Power at the post
Face the solar panel north in the southern hemisphere. The gate width setting adjusts operating speed for the opening.
Step 2
Open it from the cab
Press the assigned remote button once to open or close. Press again while moving to stop and reverse direction.
Step 3
Keep your electric fence
The bungy cords connect to your existing compliant electric fence system and remain electrified while closed.
5–47
operations a day
30–285
labour hours saved a year
2–19
months estimated payback
Based on ControlAg’s trial programme, one minute saved per operation, and labour calculated at $60 per hour. Actual results depend on farm use.
Is this a good fit for your gateway?
- Suitable posts at least 150 mm in diameter and in good condition
- At least 4 to 6 hours of clear sun each day
- At least 15 m clearance from power lines
- A compliant electric fence system with an isolator near the gateway
- A closed position whenever winds above 80 km/h are expected
- Remote control
- Open or close with one press
- Solar powered
- 4 to 6 hours of sun recommended
- 24 month
- Parts-only warranty
Read the current UpGate manual before installation and operation. Site conditions, electric-fence compliance, vehicle clearance and weather all matter.
Download the manualQuestions before you choose
What happens if the remote is missing?
A manual operation button on the underside of the enclosure works the same way as the handheld remote.
How much does a solar UpGate cost?
UpGate Standard Single starts at $2,900 AUD. UpGate Large Single starts at $3,400 AUD. Bungy kits and any additional shuttles are selected for the gateway.
Which remote gateway would save you the most stops?
Send a photo, gateway width and tallest vehicle. ControlAg will help you check the fit before you choose a model.