Based on their extensive experience in the fence and gate business, Cheryl and Dan Cone founded C-Gate Entry Systems in 1995. The purpose of the new firm was to support fence installation firms and security companies requiring automatic gate operators and access control equipment. These dealers were being asked by their customers to supply and install access control equipment, but many were not in a position to add personnel, equipment, and the ongoing training of sales and support staff required in this ever-changing segment of the industry. C-Gate became what can best be described as an "installing distributor."
