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Last week, Gateway Automation proudly took home the coveted Gates and Barriers Fencing Contractor of the Year award at the association of Fencing Industries (AFI) Awards Evening. A night dedicated to celebrating excellence, innovation and professionalism across the fencing and perimeter security sector. The award, sponsored by the DHF (Door & Hardware Federation), marks a fantastic achievement for our team and reflects our ongoing commitment to quality, safety and industry-leading service.
Representing Gateway Automation on the night were Ollie and Tommy, who soaked up the atmosphere, enjoyed a fantastic evening, and spent time networking with industry peers, suppliers and leaders from across the country. From the moment they arrived, the energy was bussing, a room full of organisation who all share one thing in common: raising the standard of perimeter security and installation across the UK.
The AFI is a highly respected trade association dedicated to supporting fencing professionals through guidance, training, accreditation and industry standards. Their mission is to champion quality workmanship and promote safe, compliant installation across all fencing disciplines. From domestic projects to high-security perimeter systems.
The annual AFI Awards Evening brings together the very best in the industry to acknowledge outstanding achievements, celebrate innovation and recognise companies who go above and beyond in their field. Winning an AFI award is more than a trophy, it is a stamp of excellence from the industry’s leading body.
This year’s category sponsor, the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF), is a powerhouse within the building hardware, access control, industrial door and automated gate sectors. Renowned for promoting compliance, safety and technical excellence, DHF plays a vital role in ensuring that the gates and barriers industry continues to uphold the highest standards.
Their involvement in sponsoring the award highlights their commitment to recognising companies that not only deliver great products but also operate responsibly, safely and in line with best practice. To be recognised in a DHF-sponsored category feels especially meaningful given our own dedication to safe and compliant automation.
For Ollie and Tommy, the evening was the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, learn from other in the sector and strengthen relationships with key suppliers and partners. They shared insights about current trends, listened o success stories, and celebrated the achievements of the wider industry.
But naturally, the highlight of the night was hearing Gateway Automation’s name announced as the winner. It was a moment of real pride, reflecting the hard work of every engineer, coordinator, project manager and member of our growing team.
At Gateway Automation, we take tremendous pride in providing robust, reliable and safe gate and barrier installations across the UK. Being recognised by the AFI and DHF reinforces that our commitment to quality is both seen and valued.
From complex commercial systems to bespoke automated solutions, we strive t deliver installations that stand the test of time, and more importantly, keep people and property safe. This award is a celebration of that dedication.
Winning Gates and Barriers Fencing Contract or the Year is an incredible achievement, but it’s also a motivator. We are more inspired than ever to continue improving, innovating and setting new standards within the industry. 2025 is already sharing up to be an exciting year, and we can’t wait to keep building on this success.
A huge thank you to the AFI, the DHF, and all our hardworking team members whose efforts helped make this win possible. And of course, special credit to Ollie and Tommy for representing Gateway Automation with professionalism and pride.
Here’s to another year of excellence in gates, barriers and perimeter security.
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