At ULTIMation, technology is at the heart of everything we do.

Our commitment to continuous improvement and engineering excellence ensures that we remain at the forefront of the automation and access control industry.

By embracing the latest advancements in technology and applying them through smart, user-focused design, we deliver robust, intelligent systems that are built for performance, safety, and reliability.

Our standard control systems for barriers, gates, and road blockers are the result of years of dedicated research and development.

Every aspect of our technology — from hardware to software — is developed in-house at our custom-designed facilities in Newark-on-Trent, where our team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists work collaboratively to refine and enhance our solutions.

This end-to-end control over the design and manufacturing process ensures that every component and system we produce meets the highest standards of quality, adaptability, and innovation.

The core of our offering is our advanced PLC software, engineered specifically to simplify installation and ongoing maintenance.

Developed by ULTIMation’s own technology team, the PLC interface uses a graphical display with intuitive iPod-style controls, giving users the ability to adjust time clocks, timers, and drive speeds with ease.

Unlike many complex systems that require specialist knowledge to operate or reconfigure, our user interface puts control directly into the hands of installers and end users — saving time, reducing training needs, and improving overall site efficiency.

Our technology doesn’t just make systems easier to use — it makes them smarter. When a fault is detected within the system, the graphical display glows red, providing an immediate and unambiguous alert to the engineer.

The control unit also logs a detailed fault history, allowing for instant fault diagnosis.

This built-in diagnostic technology can detect and report a range of issues, from a latched safety loop or triggered safety edge, to power fluctuations or sensor malfunctions. By presenting accurate, real-time fault data to the attending engineer, our systems reduce downtime, streamline repairs, and cut costs on-site.

Behind the interface is a Schneider Electric PLC, programmed by our in-house team to provide maximum functionality while remaining user-friendly.

Parameters are logically arranged and easily accessible, meaning users can scroll through settings, toggle features on or off, and set custom values without navigating complicated menus or needing external software.

This level of usability is the result of meticulous design and a deep understanding of what installers and site managers really need from their control technology.

Another powerful feature of our system is its networked drive technology, which communicates directly with the control unit to provide enhanced speed control, emergency braking, and soft-start functionality.

From the graphical interface, users can adjust acceleration and deceleration settings to suit the exact needs of their site. This advanced drive integration has allowed us to achieve some of the fastest emergency stop and back-off times in the industry, all while ensuring that gates and barriers continue to pass force tests with ease and without compromising on final speeds.

Our systems also include built-in time-clock technology, enabling automated opening and closing schedules.

This is ideal for sites with set shift patterns, holiday shutdowns, or varying access requirements.

Rather than relying on external devices or manual intervention, our control system gives operators the flexibility to schedule behaviour directly from the display, helping to improve security and operational efficiency.

At ULTIMation, we believe that great technology should be powerful but simple, intelligent but intuitive.

Every product we develop is guided by this principle — blending advanced control logic, safety features, and user-centric design into a unified system that’s reliable, adaptable, and future-ready.

Whether you’re installing a single gate or managing a complex multi-barrier site, you can trust in the technology behind ULTIMation to deliver precision, performance, and peace of mind.