Top 8 Automatic Chain Barriers (2023) - Review Guide

1. Parklio - Parklio™ Chain

Parklio™ Chain is an automatic driveway chain barrier suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. It consists of two galvanized steel columns and a metal chain that is available in nine sizes, ranging from 4 to 20 meters. One of the main advantages of Parklio™ Chain is the possibility of controlling the barrier with the free Parklio™ Connect application via Bluetooth connection. You can easily find it and download it from via Google Play or App Store. Aside from controlling the chain barrier, the app also allows you to share digital keys with whomever you choose.

 Some of the app's functions include:

• Time intervals - choose a specified time interval for keys activation 
• Key blocking - block digital keys to disable the key use
• Multiple products control - add unlimited parking products to the app to control them all in one place

In addition to digital keys, the chain barrier can also be controlled using a keyfob. Parklio™ Chain also includes integrated photocells for obstacle detection and additional vehicle safety. The chain barrier will continue to work in the event of a power outage, thanks to the backup battery pack. For individuals who are unable to supply power for some reason, there’s a possibility of installing a solar panel for continuous operation of Parklio™ Chain. As an added bonus, clients can personalize the parking lot chain barrier with their business or organization's logo.

FEATURES
Autoclose
Solar Panel
GSM/Call
Mobile App Control
Web Control
Digital Key Sharing
Time Interval Specified Keys
Backup Battery
Obstacle Detection
Material: Steel, Aluminium
Customizable
IP Rating	IP64
Max. Raising/Lowering Time (s)	10
Max. Chain Length (m)	20
Max. Chain Weight (kg)	46
Number Of Operations*	3200/day

2. Motorline - Chainlift

Motorline has been making automatic doors and systems for controlling traffic for more than 35 years. Their automatic chain barrier comes with two columns at 24 Vdc for intensive use, and they’re made of resistant aluminum. The main color of the columns is matte black, but it is possible to customize the chain barrier in other colors as well. Motorline’s Chainlift model comes in different chain lengths, with a maximum of 20 meters. One downside of this model is that the chain is made of plastic, which makes the barrier less resistant to potential car impacts. The Chainlift chain barrier is controlled only with a remote keyfob, which means you will have to order additional keyfobs if you want to enable access for more users.

Learn more about the Motorline chain alternative and park worry-free!

3. Optima - CHB Chain Barrier

Optima is one of the leading parking protection manufacturing companies in Turkey. Optima’s journey started in 2000, and since then they have been exporting more than 90% of the 20 main parking products, mostly to the Middle East Region. The product line includes road blockers, bollards, barriers, sliding and foldable doors, and gate actuators. Optima’s CHB Chain Barrier comes in two sizes, with a 10- or 20-meter chain. It is controlled by the Optima Control Board which can read cards, fingerprints, and hand shapes in order to raise or lower the barrier. The chain comes with red or green signal lights and an optional chain skirt that prevents pedestrians from entering the private parking lot. 

4. Came - CAT

For more than 40 years, Came has been one of the leading property security businesses in Italy. Came’s automatic chain barrier is made for passages up to 16 meters and is usually used instead of the traditional boom barrier. Came's CAT EX chain barrier is available in both 230 V AC and 24 V DC versions. 230 V AC is a bit simpler version, since it doesn’t include some features such as obstruction detection, automatic closing, or an emergency battery. This version is suitable for areas with low traffic volumes that don’t require intensive chain barrier use. Came offers an additional circuit board for emergency functioning and battery charging in the event of a power outage. Plus, the special security lock with a personalized key allows you to quickly release the chain if necessary.

Find out more about this CAME chain barrier alternative and park easily!

5. La Barriere Automatique - LBC 10

LBA Group, headquartered in the Lyon region, is one of France's leading manufacturers of parking security products. The manufacture is primarily focused gate and chain barriers, and the main chain barrier model is known as the LBC 10. This strong chain barrier has a 40/10 steel housing with cataphoresis anti-corrosion protection and anti-condensation heating. The chain is made of steel and ranges from 4 meters to 10 meters, making LBC 10 one of the shortest barriers on this list. It is controlled by a ONE-C card, which can be scanned upon entering the parking lot. Alternatively, the users can also remotely control the chain barrier via LBA’s web server. Some of the optional equipment available to the users includes LED signaling lights, infrared cells, and magnetic loop detectors.

6. BFT - TWIN

BFT’s automatic chain barrier covers access points up to 16 meters and is available in four different models: TWIN ON LIGHT, TWIN OFF LIGHT, TWIN ON, and TWIN OFF. The main difference between these models is in the motorized and unmotorized columns. This means that models with unmotorized columns (OFF models) need to be opened and closed manually. Motorized versions have their own control unit with a 10-second opening and closing time. In the event of a power failure, the TWIN chain barrier can work on backup batteries, which can be purchased separately. In addition to the traditional keyfob-controlled opening, TWIN can be controlled via the U-Control app that can be installed on smartphones and tablets.

Check out this  BFT chain barrier alternative and control your parking lot traffic!

7. Madoors - Automatic Chain Barrier

Madoors is yet another successful Turkish company that specializes in manufacturing security products, primarily road blockers, bollards, and gate barriers. The chain barrier has a width of up to 25 meters, making it suitable for securing wider passages. Madoors chain barriers are equipped with two remote controllers, two pairs of photocells, a control unit, and a flashing light. The chain opens and closes in about 8 seconds, and it can be set to close automatically. This model also includes a battery backup kit in the event of a power outage, so there’s no worry that you won’t be able to open or close the chain barrier in such circumstances.

8. Abexo - POLY

Abexo is an Italian company that produces automation accessories and access control products. Some of the products include the POLY (automatic chain barrier), the MOVEO (manual gate barrier), traffic lights, photocells, and universal radio products such as keypads and keyfobs. The remote controller can be used to control the POLY automatic chain barrier, which has a range of 2 to 16 meters in width. Even when it is dark outside, drivers will be able to see the barrier because the users can integrate additional LED lights. Other accessories include POLY-MOCK - a fixed column that does not have a motor and is used for delimiting areas, and SERVICE PLUS (a column intended for integrating intercoms and card readers). Also, it is possible to mount a solar panel on the chain barrier, which would make it possible for the barrier to function even in the absence of the standard power supply.