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Smart Home, Smart Gate: How to Integrate Your Driveway with Voice and App Control Picture coming home from a long day at work and instead of juggling your remotes, you say, “Hey Google, open the gate.” No fumbling, no waiting, just smooth, smart automation.Across Cape Town, everyday devices such as gates, garage doors, and lights…
When Your Gate Motor Fails: 5 Signs to Watch Before It’s Too Late You know that feeling when your gate just stops halfway. Or worse. It refuses to open when you’re running late? With most hardworking machines, gate motors don’t just quit out of nowhere; they whisper before they scream. Ignoring those subtle signs could…
Why Your ET BlueMix Remote Suddenly Stops Working Are You Unknowingly Unprogramming Your NICE BlueMix Remote? Cape Town’s Most Underestimated Gate & Garage Issue You press your NICE BlueMix remote. Nothing happens. You press it again. Still, nothing. Panic sets in. Has your gate motor become stuck? Has the remote broken? In most cases, the…
CCTV System Maintenance in Cape Town How Often Should You Clean Your NVRs, DVRs & Cameras? Cape Town’s coastal air, seasonal winds and load-shedding cycles can quietly wear down your CCTV system. Whether you’re a hands-on homeowner or a professional service provider, regular maintenance is key to keeping your footage crisp and your system reliable.…
Cape Town’s Garage Door Experts: Planet Automation’s DIY Service Checklist Why Your Garage Door Requires a Spot of TLC: Cape Town’s Clever Maintenance Guide Monthly DIY Advice and Why Annual Servicing is Important Your Cape Town garage door must withstand more than day-to-day use. It battles the salty atmosphere, wind, rain and occasional power failure.…
How to Program Garage & Gate Remotes in Cape Town From Doorman to Centurion. We Make Smart Access Simple Whether you’re in Constantia, Claremont, or Camps Bay, one thing is for sure. When your garage or gate remote stops working, it’s more than an inconvenience. It’s a disruption. At Planet Automation, we specialize in fast,…
The Legal Requirements of Access Control In South Africa, security legislation, building standards and occupational safety requirements also control the access controlled doors. This is specifically those in commercial, industrial and public buildings. The key legal requirements and factors are as follows: 1. National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act (Act 103 of 1977) It…
What to Expect During a Garage Door Installation in Cape Town Whether you’re doing it for safety, aesthetics or even just functionality, replacing or installing a garage door is one of the best home upgrades you’ll do. But how exactly does the process go down. And how do you ensure it runs smoothly? Planet Automation…
Why Your Intercom System Needs a Rainshield: Before the Next Storm Hits In South Africa’s unpredictable weather, where sun can instantly become rain in just a few minutes, protecting your home technology is not only a thought, it’s necessary. And when it comes to your intercom system, one tiny device can be the difference-maker. A…
Unlock Smarter Living with the MyNICE SmartGo Switch Imagine driving into your homes entrance and your gate and garage door greeting you Rather than a cumbersome remote or misplaced keys, with easy, intelligent automation. That is the innovation of the MyNICE SmartGo Switch, the latest introduction transforming access control. If you’re prepared to elevate your…