Aluminum external roller blinds
Are external blinds necessary?
External roller blinds are an investment that brings tangible benefits on many levels. So let's ask ourselves a few basic questions that arise when making a decision to buy them:
Is it worth investing in external roller blinds for your home?
Do external blinds reduce the heating of rooms in summer?
Do roller blinds keep heat inside in winter, thus significantly reducing heating bills?
Can manually operated external blinds be converted into blinds controlled by remote control or application?
The answer to these questions can be found at the bottom of the page. Below we present our offer of external blinds.
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How can we control roller shutter drives?
The offer includes a full range of accessories that are necessary for the production of roller shutters and garage doors. Flexible solutions and ease of use are the watchwords that became the motto when developing the offer of drives for roller shutters and gates. That is why we give you the opportunity to choose the appropriate method of controlling sunshades and garage doors. Depending on the users' needs, the roller shutters can be controlled: manually, through an electric drive using a wall-mounted transmitter or a remote control, and also thanks to the use of intelligent control via a computer, tablet or smartphone.
Manual control
Manual control (hand drive) has been the most popular and seemingly economical solution to date. However, it requires significantly more effort to operate the blinds. This is especially true when you have a large number of blinds or they are large.
Our offer of manual drives includes:
- rope or belt retractors,
- cassettes with crank gear for a cable or belt, respectively,
- cranks,
- springs.
Manual retractors are most often used to operate typical roller shutters of relatively small sizes.
Electric control
Electric control (electric drive) is a much more convenient and increasingly affordable solution. The roller shutter curtain is raised and lowered using an electric actuator. Electric actuators provide maximum ease of operation. Control options include:
- central control- from one place for all roller shutters
- individual control- from one place for one roller shutter.
Thanks to the latest technology, you can use the control clock that will automatically raise and lower the shutter armor at a set time.
In addition, having a choice of radio or wire control, we give you full flexibility of solutions:
- radio control (wireless)- it does not require additional wiring, so our walls are intact and we can use this control anywhere in the house. The commands to lower, raise or stop the roller shutter are sent to the actuator by means of a remote control or a wall transmitter. This type of control allows us to unlimited configuration options.
- wired control- the possibility of operating the roller shutter with a key switch, key switch or rotary switch (the switches can be supported or not supported). Thanks to the use of control systems, it is possible to configure many individual solutions.
Electric actuators included in the automatic control ensure maximum convenience of roller shutter operation.
- intelligent control- via the switchboard Zenpro SmartControlcontrolling the roller shutter or gate is extremely simple and comfortable. This controller allows you to manage roller shutters using mobile products such as a tablet or smartphone from anywhere. Zenpro SmartControl allows you to group mobile devices such as roller shutters, gates, facade blinds or awnings, and allows you to create time events and scenes. The free application with a comfortable and modern interface is extremely user-friendly.
Thanks to the use of our powder coating shop, we are able to meet customer expectations for each selected color. The box, side guides of the roller shutter and the lower strip of the rolled-up part can be painted in any color from the RAL palette to perfectly match the color of the roller shutter to existing or planned windows and doors for your home.
Product leaflet - control elements Intelligent control system
In production, we use drives from suppliers:
RESEARCH REPORT ON THE BENEFITS OF INSULATION OF ROLLER SHUTTERS AND FABRICS FOR WINDOWS WITH Uw=1.6
What is the heat transfer coefficient of a window?
A window's heat transfer coefficient, denoted by the symbol Uw , is a measure of how much heat passes through a window per unit of time, per unit of area, when the temperature difference between the sides of the window is 1 degree Kelvin (or 1 degree Celsius). The Uw coefficient is expressed in units of W/m²K (watts per square meter per Kelvin).
In practice, the lower the Uw coefficient, the better the thermal insulation of the window, which means less heat loss through the window. Low Uw values are particularly desirable in energy-efficient and passive construction, as they allow heat to be retained inside the building and reduce heating costs.
The Uw value is the sum of the thermal transmittance of the various parts of the window, such as the glass (Ug), the frame (Uf) and the thermal bridges that may occur at the junction of these elements. To obtain an accurate Uw coefficient for the entire window, both the type and quality of the glass and the construction of the window frame are taken into account.
Roller blinds, energy savings and thermal comfort
Roller shutters can significantly reduce heat loss in winter and limit heat gain in summer. Research conducted by the Building Research Establishment has shown that closed roller shutters can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 30%. In summer, they can reduce heat gain by up to 75%, which translates into lower air conditioning energy consumption.
Roller blinds and increased safety
External roller shutters provide an effective barrier against burglary. According to data from the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), buildings equipped with external roller shutters are up to 40% less vulnerable to burglary. Reinforced roller shutters with anti-burglary systems provide additional protection that can deter potential intruders. However, anti-burglary roller shutter systems have significant size limitations.
Roller blinds, automation and comfort
Modern external roller blinds can be integrated with intelligent home management systems (smart home). Thanks to this, you can remotely control their location using your smartphone, which further increases the comfort of your life. The ability to automate roller blinds allows you to set a schedule for closing and opening them, which increases the safety and energy efficiency of your home. In the case of existing roller blinds, there is no major problem in converting such a roller blind into a roller blind controlled by a remote control or application. However, this requires specialist knowledge, correct assessment of the situation and appropriate advice.
Roller blinds and protection against insects
External roller blinds, especially in versions integrated with mosquito nets, effectively protect interiors against insects, which is especially important in summer.
Roller blinds and improving sound insulation and privacy
External roller shutters provide greater privacy, which is especially important in buildings located close to other structures. They also provide better sound insulation, as confirmed by research from the Institute for Building Environment and Energy Conservation (IBS), which indicates that external roller shutters can reduce outside noise by up to 50%.
Roller blinds and longer window life
External roller blinds protect windows against atmospheric factors such as rain, snow, hail and strong UV radiation. This means that the windows, as well as the entire façade of the building, retain their appearance and functionality for longer. This translates into less frequent need to replace windows and lower maintenance costs.
Roller blinds and increasing the value of real estate
Investing in external blinds can increase the value of your property. According to real estate market research, houses equipped with modern external roller shutter systems sell on average 5-10% more expensive than similar buildings without this type of facilities.
Roller blinds and noise protection
If you live in a noisy environment, external blinds may be the perfect solution. According to research from the Fraunhofer Institute , well-installed external blinds can reduce external noise by up to 10 decibels, which is equivalent to halving the noise perceived by the human ear. They're a great way to improve the quality of life in cities or near busy roads.