Guides

The Centurion Systems D5 Evo Smart is South Africa's best-selling sliding gate motor. We review its real-world performance, battery backup, app control, and value for money in 2026.

Planning a home security upgrade? Here's an honest breakdown of what gate motors, CCTV, electric fencing, and intercoms cost to buy and install in South Africa in 2026.

Want to open your gate from your intercom handset? Here's how to wire an intercom to a Centurion Systems, ET Nice, or other gate motor, including which terminals to use.

The Centurion Systems D10 Smart and D5 Evo Smart are South Africa's most popular sliding gate motors. Here's how they compare on gate weight capacity, features, battery backup, and price.

Deciding between a video intercom and an audio intercom for your gate? We compare cost, security value, installation, and which option makes more sense for South African properties.

Gate motor battery flat? Here's how to identify which battery you need, safely replace it, and get your gate working again, including tips for Centurion Systems, ET Nice, and Gemini motors.

Discover the most effective home security upgrades for Pretoria properties. From electric fencing to CCTV and gate motors, learn how to protect your Highveld home.

Discover the top gate motor solutions that keep your property secure even during load-shedding. Compare battery backup options, solar compatibility, and reliable brands for South African homes.

Learn how gate motors operate during load-shedding and power outages in South Africa. Battery backup options, solar solutions, and manual override explained.

Discover how to control your electric gate from your smartphone in South Africa. Learn about WiFi gate controllers, Bluetooth options, and smart home integration for Centurion Systems, ET, and Gemini gate motors.

Complete gate motor installation guide for South African properties. Step-by-step instructions, tools needed, safety requirements, and professional tips for sliding and swing gates.

Step-by-step guide to manually operating your Centurion Systems gate motor during power outages. Learn the manual release procedure for D5, D10, and other models.