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January 2018 Edition Volume 19 An electromechanical drive system raises and lowers the gate in just 3 to 5 seconds. (Image courtesy of Ross Technology) The fence and gate systems are designed in a nearly identical visual fashion, providing aesthet- ic appeal without leaving any gaps between dis- similar systems. visually appealing elec- tromechanical gate to safely secure any facility’s control ac- cess point. About the Author Often times, there is a vast visual disconnect be- tween where the anti-ram fence and the anti-ram gate meet. Scott Espensen Ross M50 P1 Post & Beam Fence (Image courtesy of Ross Technology) As Perimeter Security Product Manager, Scott Espensen oversees new product development, product testing, sales, project management and fulfillment. With these two systems, the visual appeal is there and the installation to integrate the two is simple. Like installation with the XL-501 fence, the rebar sticks required to meet crash test standards are included in the purchase of the gate. The XT-4200 Post and Beam Gate is the only anti-ram gate system that does not require ad- ditional rebar. No extra expenses, and no extra labor to build elaborate cages. What you’re left with is an effective, reliable and With a strong background in controls technology for the United States Air Force, Scott has been very active in creating and sourcing advanced control systems for Ross Technology Perimeter Security products. He has worked at Ross Technology for over 20 years, and during that time Scott has overseen numerous security projects in the Middle East. He can be contacted at ScottE@rosstechnology. com. 14