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Italy

VDS supplier, installation & repair in Dubai

Supplied, installed, serviced and repaired by Mount Everest Automatic Doors.

VDS is an Italian maker of motors for gates, barriers, garage doors and automatic doors. The units we handle most are sliding and swing gate operators on private entrances.

Where VDS gates are found in Dubai

Villa driveways in Al Barsha, Jumeirah and Arabian Ranches are the usual setting, along with compound gates and small yards in Al Quoz. Many were installed years ago and have been running daily without a service.

What Mount Everest Automatic Doors does for VDS

We are an independent company, not the manufacturer or an authorised dealer. We can:

  • Trace gates that open part way, stop on a false obstruction or run the motor without moving the leaf.
  • Test and clean photocells, then check the control board supply and fuses.
  • Replace remote batteries, check receivers and store extra handsets.
  • Survey a gate for a new operator, measuring weight, track and posts.
  • Service lubrication, rack and pinion, wheels or hinges, release and limit settings.

Check before you call

  • Is there mains power at the unit?
  • Is the manual release back in its locked position?
  • Is the photocell beam clear and are both lenses clean?
  • Does the gate move smoothly by hand?

Tell the technician which of these you tried. It saves time on site and points us to the likely cause.

Spare parts and older units

Parts depend on the model and age. We check sourcing after seeing the label and the unit, and we recommend a compatible replacement when the original is not available.

We also look at the basics that cause repeat faults: a loose post, a bent hinge, a track that has settled or a gate leaf that rubs. Fixing the mechanical side first protects the new motor or board from the same stress. After the visit we explain what was found, in simple terms, so you can decide on next steps.

Dubai conditions

A control box in direct summer sun gets very hot, which shortens board life. Humidity brings damp into the box, and dust and insects get inside if seals are loose. Sand also wears the rack and pinion on gates near open ground in areas such as Dubai South. A shaded, sealed box and a clean rack go a long way. If your community sets rules for gate changes, confirm with the building owner or community management before work starts.

To plan the work, request a site visit and quote.

We install and repair vds systems

Parts: Gate Motor / Operator, Control Board (PCB), Remote & Receiver, Photocell Safety Sensors, Limit Switches, Hinges & Rollers, Rack & Pinion, Manual Release Key, Backup Battery, Warning Lamp

Safety firstDo not force a moving gate or a door held by a spring, and switch off the power before you look at an opener. Springs and motors can injure.

01Equipment

Products with this brand

  • Motorised sliding gate closed across a villa driveway entrance

    Automatic Sliding Gates

    Made-to-measure automatic sliding gates for villas, compounds and industrial yards, with a quiet motor, photo…

  • Double leaf automatic swing gate half open at a villa entrance

    Automatic Swing Gates

    Automatic swing gates for villas, farms and compounds, using arm, ram or underground operators with safety de…

  • Pair of swing gate barrier cabinets with glass wings in an office lobby

    Swing Gate Barriers

    Pedestrian swing gate barriers for lobbies and secure zones, with wide accessible lanes, lane sensors and int…

  • Stainless steel tripod turnstile at a staff entrance

    Turnstile Gates

    Tripod, full-height and speed-gate turnstiles that admit one person per credential, count entries and link to…

  • gate barrier leaf closed across a vehicle entrance lane

    Gate Barrier

    A low sliding barrier for vehicle entrances where a boom arm will not fit, working with loop detectors, photo…

  • Gate Motors

    Sliding, swing, underground and ram gate motors sized to your gate, supplied, fitted, replaced and repaired a…

02Questions

Questions about this brand

All questions and answers

Why does my VDS gate stop before fully opening?
Either the operator believes the leaf is at its limit, or something stops it earlier. A power cut can reset travel settings. Friction from a gritty track, stiff wheel, dropped hinge or an obstacle may also make the board cut the motor. We push the gate manually, then review the settings and sensors. A quick track clean is a sensible first step.
Gate will not budge though the VDS motor is turning, why?
A turning motor with a still gate means power is not reaching the leaf. Possible culprits are a manual release left open, a pinion whose teeth have worn away, a broken gearbox, or on a swing gate a loose arm connection. Confirm the release is locked and the way is clear. Otherwise our technician examines the drive train and reports which part needs replacing.
Heat in Dubai and the electronics of a VDS gate: is there a risk?
There is. A control enclosure baking in direct sun gets hot enough for electronics to glitch, reset or fail, and dust, damp and insects add to the strain. Warning signs include a gate that behaves in the morning but sulks by afternoon, or stops at random. We inspect the board, supply and airflow, suggest shade or better sealing, and replace the board last.
Can parking bay locks be added to a building that has a VDS gate?
Yes. Parking locks operate independently from any gate motor, so the make of your VDS gate is irrelevant. In a Dubai residential block they can be installed in individual bays, keeping spaces for residents. We survey bays, flooring plus the power supply or battery plan, and check each lock once installed.
What does a VDS gate maintenance visit check?
Our first look is at the gate leaf: wheels or hinges, the rail, toothed rack, pinion and bolts. Next comes the motor, covering gearbox, release, motor, limit setup and electrical feed. Last come the protective devices, meaning photocells, edges and the reverse reaction. We oil moving parts, clear the track and cycle the gate repeatedly to prove the whole system cooperates. You receive a brief written summary.
Do I need permission to put an automatic sliding gate on my Dubai villa?

Usually yes, in some form. Villa communities and master developers often set rules on gate size, material, colour and position, and a sliding gate needs space beside the opening to travel. Approvals may be needed; ask your community management or the authority before ordering.

Once you know the rules, we can help with a layout. A free site visit lets the technician measure the width, check the run-back space and the ground, and plan the motor, photocells and power point. Take a look at our automatic sliding gates page, or send a photo of the entrance to speed up the quote.

Should I choose a sliding gate or a swing gate for my Dubai villa?

A sliding gate suits a villa with a narrow driveway or a slope, because it moves along the boundary wall and needs no swing arc. A swing gate suits a villa with a flat, open forecourt and gives a classic look, but needs clear space for the leaves to open.

Think also about the wall beside the gate: a sliding gate needs a clear run, usually about the width of the opening. Wind, security and the style of your community matter too. We install both and can compare them during a free site visit. See automatic swing gates for the swing option.

Which gate motor works best in Dubai heat?

A motor with a sealed control board, strong ventilation and a suitable duty rating copes best. Heat above 45 C can make cheap motors overheat and stop mid-cycle, especially when a gate is in direct afternoon sun or opens many times a day.

Choose a motor sized for the gate weight and usage, mount the control box in shade where possible, and keep the gate running freely so the motor never strains. Our team installs and services Somfy, Nice, CAME, BFT, FAAC and other motor brands. Browse gate motors or ask for a site visit to match the motor to your gate.

03Services

Every door, gate and barrier we look after

Supply, installation, repair and maintenance, from one team. Pick the family that matches what you have.

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