For more than 20 years, Art Metal Workshop has been Toronto’s top expert in sliding cantilever gates — the ideal solution for properties that need smooth operation, optimal space efficiency, and powerful security. Unlike traditional sliding gates that rely on ground tracks, cantilever gates use an elevated system that glides effortlessly without touching the driveway surface. This makes them perfect for uneven terrain, snow-prone areas, and high-traffic commercial or residential entrances.
Each cantilever gate is custom-designed, engineered, and fabricated in our Etobicoke workshop, using premium steel, aluminum, or wrought iron for long-lasting performance.
Cantilever gates “float” above the ground using rollers mounted on a support post system — ideal for gravel, slopes, snow, or surfaces that shift seasonally.
High-performance rollers and precision balancing enable the gate to glide effortlessly, even for oversized or heavy-duty applications.
Cantilever gates offer unmatched reliability and are commonly used for:
Reinforced steel frames, thick-walled posts, and anti-corrosion finishes ensure your gate withstands daily use, weather, and wear.
Art Metal Workshop fabricates a wide selection of custom cantilever gate designs, including:
Enhance convenience and security with:
Automation is available for residential, commercial, and industrial gate sizes.
LiftMaster SL1000ULC (Sliding Gate Operator)
General:
A sliding cantilever gate moves sideways without riding on a ground track. Instead, it is supported by rollers mounted on one side of the opening, allowing the gate to glide smoothly while staying above the driveway surface.
Cantilever gates are often the better choice when snow, ice, gravel, or uneven pavement could interfere with a ground track. Since there is no track across the driveway, they typically require less maintenance and continue operating reliably year-round.
No. Sliding cantilever gates are suspended above the driveway and supported by a counterbalance system, eliminating the need for a track across the ground.
Yes. Sliding cantilever gates can be fitted with an automatic gate operator, allowing access through remotes, keypads, intercom systems, card readers, or smartphone controls.
For a cantilever gate to slide fully open, there needs to be enough room beside the opening of the gate. In most cases, this means allowing additional space equal to approximately half the width of the gate opening.
Yes. Gate hardware can be selected around the intended use and may include latches, locks, self-closing hinges, access controls, or automation where appropriate.
Cost depends on the size, material, design complexity, site conditions, finishing requirements, and installation scope. Art Metal Workshop provides a project-specific estimate after reviewing the space and requirements.
Yes. Art Metal Workshop designs and fabricates custom sliding cantilever gates to suit the layout, intended use, and overall style of the property.
The process begins with a consultation and site assessment. After measurements and design details are confirmed, the project moves to fabrication, professional installation, and final inspection.
Yes. Art Metal Workshop serves Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, including Ajax, Barrie, Burlington, Etobicoke, Hamilton, Mississauga, Oakville, Oshawa, Richmond Hill, Scarborough, Thornhill, and Vaughan.
