Intelligent Motorized Solar Shades
Intelligent Motorized Solar Shades provide a control system that enables users to adjust shade positions with the touch of a button. These smart motorized shades can be programmed to adjust to climate and light conditions by integrating into home or office automation systems. SWFcontract's motorized solar window shades provide solutions for small, large or custom commercial building projects. When you want the smartest way to deliver true value to your customers, specify Intelligent Motorized Solar Shades from SWFcontract.
The smart shade benefits of Intelligent Motorized Solar Shades
- Configurable and flexible
- Bi-directional feedback enabled
- Automation tie-in
- Programmable for energy use
- Able to measure depth
- Sensor control available
Saving money and being more energy-efficient is great. Using motorization to make your commercial building clients happy? That’s smart.
SMART, EFFICIENT, MODERN
Your clients are demanding a modern solution to glare and to temperature control. Intelligent motorized shades are designed for today’s consumer and today’s construction. A few touches of a button lets users set it and forget it- but not forget their contractors.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
There’s no need to air conditioning to turn on just because the sun is coming in. Smart window shades help control temperature, letting users keep the AC down. This can help meet environmental regulatory requirements in your client’s commercial building projects.
DESIGNED FOR YOUR SUCCESS
We’re a team of engineers. We’re experts in window coverings, and experts in commercial construction. We know how to recommend the solar shades you need to make your project a success. The extra mile is just our first step.
Features & Components
Controls
- The industry-proven Somfy® Digital Network (SDN) is capable of controlling thousands of motors over a single standard RS485 network.
- Intelligent motors feature state-of-the-art controls.
- The Intelligent 110V-120V AC Motor (ILT) is the most extensive motor technology capable of building control, automation, and user interfaces used in new and retrofit construction when system flexibility is desired.
- Individual and group controls available that accomodate the need for multiple preset poisitions.
Motors
- The motor is a tubular, asynchronous motor with built-in reversible capacitor, and is completely enclosed, temperature Class A, thermally protected, and maintenance-free with line voltage power supply.
- The motor size doesn’t exceed 80% of the motor and tube assembly rated lift capacity. (To ensure proper operation, the manufacturer determines motor size based on window dimensions and fabric selection.)
- Quick disconnect plugs are standard.
Fabrics
- Fabric options range from 100% opaque to 14% open.
- Seam heights may be specified.
- Shades with railroaded fabric may have heat-sealed seams.
- Fabric-wrapped hem bar is extruded aluminum and completely enclosed in a hem pocket with heat-sealed seams and ends.
- Solar and blackout shade fabric collections are antistatic, fade and stain resistant, and pass NFPA 701-1999 FR, and ASTM-G21 and G22.
- Solar and blackout fabrics feature options that are GREENGUARD Gold certified.
- Fabric options also include ShadeDefense Antimicrobial Protection, our antibacterial and antifungal technology that meets ASTM G21 and ASTM E2180 test methods.
Options
- External fabric-wrapped hem bar
- Pockets
- Closure plates
- Blackout channels include side, sill, and center channels
- Dual and coupled shades
- Full building automation
- Integration with third-party systems
Tubes
- Tube sizes include 2.55", 3.15", 3.95", and 5.13".
- The roller tubes are extruded aluminum engineered with channel to accept fabric spline.
- The diameter and wall thickness are determined by manufacturer based on fabric selection and shade size to provide minimal deflection and optimal performance.
- Unique Z-shaped, rigid PVC spline is heat-sealed to the shade fabric, providing a secure attachment to the tube while allowing easy removal of the fabric band.
Fascia
- 4.25" or 7.625" fascia
Brackets
- Adjustable idle end brackets allow shades to be leveled in place.
- Standard, coupled, dual, and both dual and coupled shades are available.
- Brackets are powder-coated and available in white or black.
- Bracket covers are optional.
Dimensions
| Width | Height | |
|---|---|---|
| Min. | Single & Dual: 33.5" | 6" |
| Coupled & Dual Coupled: 34.5" | 6" | |
| Max. | Single & Dual: 240" | 240" *varies on dual |
| Coupled & Dual Coupled: 500" or 10 Shade bands | *varies on perameters |
* Dimensions are dependent on fabric choice
Installation Considerations
Inside Mount Minimum Space Requirements
| Standard Bracket System | Extended Bracket System | |
|---|---|---|
| Top Mount No Fascia | 3.6875" | 6.25" |
| Top Mount Fascia | 4.5" | 7.1875" |
| Wall Mount No Fascia | 4" | 6.25" |
| Wall Mount Fascia | 4.5" | 7.1875" |
Complete Product Information
For complete product information and option details, please see the product's Data Sheet.
Warranty
Limited WarrantyEnvironmental Sustainability
- Several opaque and blackout fabrics are available in solar shades, providing the best possible energy efficiency and insulation.
- Boasting a shading coefficient range of .21 to .74, SWFcontract Solar Shades prevent heat gain, which conserves energy and lowers cooling costs.
- With an openness factor of 1–10%, solar shades block harmful UV rays, protecting furniture, fabrics, and interior finishes. This extends the life of furnishings and prevents them from ending up in landfills prematurely.
- To help create more healthful indoor environments, several SWFcontract solar shade fabrics are GREENGUARD certified—they have successfully met the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute’s rigorous chemical emissions standards.
- SWFcontract Solar Shades are designed, engineered, and tested to ensure a long product life. This ultimately reduces landfill waste and conserves resources.
Fabrics & Colors
See our shade cloth collection pages for complete and up-to-date information. Shade Cloth Collections
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