Gate Automation

The ARES BT B1500 KIT is a high-tech Italian automated system by BFT designed for sliding gates with a leaf weight of up to 1,500 kg, featuring a 24V operator power supply and magnetic limit switches.

Engineered for intensive industrial (multi-user/collective) applications, it offers an extended operating lifespan compared to residential series.

The PRO control board is built for true professionals, allowing you to configure custom safety and automation management scenarios. With additional I/O terminals, you can control the system via third-party smartphone devices (GSM modules, Wi-Fi relays, etc.), turn on yard lighting using the remote control, integrate with complex fire safety systems, and implement many other scenarios. If you opt for the extra comfort of the SL BAT2 emergency power supply module compatible with this model, you won't need to manually unlock the gate during a power outage to enter or exit. For collective entrances, you can program automatic opening and closure during power outages using the special BATT CONFIG logic function, available out of the box on the MERAK BT A control board!

Moreover, U-Security technology delivers 100% secure two-way encryption for user remote controls, making them impossible to clone or copy! Parking lot owners can rest assured that unauthorized persons ("piggybackers") cannot breach the premises using remote-cloning scams common with cheaper alternatives from other brands.

What new technologies and features have been introduced in the new model?

Let's take a look:

1. 30% increased speed from 9 to 12 m/min.

2. New low-power supply unit featuring VERDE® technology in BT models (stabilized DC 24V on output terminals 50–51–52 for powering accessories).

3. Updated MERAK BT A control board.

4. Dedicated slot for the EBT I/O expansion card on ULTRA models (sold separately).

5. Expanded receiver memory from 63 to 128 remote controls.

6. Removable receiver memory in ULTRA models for easy transfer of recorded users to a new board, relocation to another site, or expanding memory capacity up to 2,000 remotes via the REM 2048 card.

7. U-Security® technology in updated automation receivers, providing encryption that makes copying a BFT remote impossible.

8. U-Link 2.0® technology with dedicated ports on the control board for B-EBA Wi-Fi, GSM, and Bluetooth expansion cards, enabling smartphone control (via the EasyAXS app for installers and Tahoma by Somfy for end users).

9. D-Track® technology, an intelligent torque management and obstacle detection system.

10. Internal housing compartment for the SL BAT2 emergency power module.

11. DIN rail for accessories.

12. New rear ventilation grille.

13. Optional heating kit support for extremely low operating temperatures (new accessory).

14. 100% mounting dimension compatibility with previous ARES BT A models.

Package

• Operator with magnetic limit switches and drive gear Z18 — 1 pc.

• Control board with LCD display ("MERAK ARES BT B1500" 24V) — 1 pc.

• 4-channel receiver with removable memory (up to 128 remote controls) — 1 pc.

• MITTO COOL C4 4-channel remote control (U-Security, 3V, 433.92 MHz) — 2 pcs.

The BFT ICARO SMART AC A2000 is an electromechanical operator for sliding gates weighing up to 2,000 kg, featuring a built-in control unit. It is a powerful, professional solution designed for automating large gates at industrial and commercial sites.

The ICARO SMART AC A2000 model ensures stable and controlled movement of heavy gates thanks to its advanced configuration options. The operator supports automatic closing, remote programming of transmitters via the radio channel, and two-button control for separate open and close commands. Flexible adjustment of force during opening, closing, and slowdown phases is available, along with adjustable slowdown speed. Built-in 3-step and 4-step control logics allow the system's operation to be adapted to various scenarios. The system automatically tests photocells before each cycle, supports disabling them during the opening phase, and issues a pre-movement warning signal before the gate starts moving, thereby enhancing operational safety.

Advantages

• Handles gates up to 2,000 kg

• Flexible force and speed adjustments

• Automatic safety system testing

• Remote control programming via radio channel

• Two-button control capability

• Pre-movement warning signal

• Multiple control logic modes

• Reliable performance under heavy workloads

Who Is It For?

• Industrial and warehouse facilities

• Commercial areas with large gates

• Users with gates up to 2,000 kg

• Those seeking powerful, professional-grade automation

Kit Contents

• ICARO SMART AC A2000 electromechanical operator — 1 pc.

• Built-in control unit with a mechanical limit switch — 1 pc.

• Built-in 2-channel receiver (up to 63 remotes) — 1 pc.

• 4-channel remote controls — 2 pcs.