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DROP ARM AWNINGS MELBOURNE

DROP ARM

AWNINGS

WHAT ARE DROP ARM AWNINGS?

Drop Arm Awnings also known as pivot arm awnings are a simple yet stylish type of awning. They are made up of a headbox which houses the awnings fabric and 2 spring tensioned arms which are attached to the wall or architraves of a building.  These tensioned arms pull the awning fabric out of the head box and also give the awnings fabric its tension. Drop arm awnings travel in an arc range of motion from approximately 10 degree to 135 degrees which makes them unique in their design and exceptionally versatile.  Popular in Europe its simple design means fewer moving parts which makes them exceptionally durable and relatively maintenance free.  Drop Arm Awnings are the perfect  solution for proving shade and protection from the harsh Australian sun.

Drop arm awnings can give a building a touch of  European charm as they can be projected outwards away from the window or doorway to create a canopy type appearance.  Available in a huge array or fabric designs and colours  these awnings are highly adaptable and will suit most facades. Drop arm awnings can be manually operated with a crank mechanism or can be motorised to operate with the simple touch op a button.

WHY CHOOSE A DROP ARM AWNING?

Drop Arm Awnings or Pivot Arm Awnings  as they are also known provide excellent protection agains the sun.  Their unique arc range of motions offers protection from the sun with multiple awning canopy positions  depending on the solar altitude.  

Drop Arm Awnings distinctly European design can break up large monotonous facades improving their visual and curb side appeal.

Drop Arm Awnings arc range of motion allows for more air to circulate between the awning cloth and the window.  This eliminate heat build up which sometimes occurs when the awning fabric is too close to the window.

Available in a huge range of fabric colours and designs to suit all types of facades.

Our Drop Arm and Pivot Arm Awnings are highly durable and extremely user friendly.   They are easily opened and closed manually with a crank handle or can be motorised and operated with a remote control.

Drop arm awnings unique arc range of motion makes them also suitable ove doorways and on balconies.

Reduces the power consumption needed to cool down a room within a building saving you dollars in energy bills.

Drop Arm Awnings can be motorised and automated with smart technology.  Using climatic sensors , smart home hubs such as Somfy Connexoon and third part voice assistants your Ziptraks can be operated autonomously or controlled  via a  smartphone or remote control.

Drop Arm Illios Awning in black fabric installed on weather board house over window

ILIOS PIVOT ARM AWNING

SYSTEM 2000

DROP ARM AWNING

System 2000 pivot arm awning with cream acrylic awning fabric installed over window in Mornington

SYSTEM 2000DROP ARM AWNINGS

SYSTEM 2000 HEADBOX DESIGN

System 2000 pivot arm awning in beige acrylic fabric in Mornington

SYSTEM 2000 ARM DESIGN

SYSTEM 2000 HEADBOX COLOURS

System 2000 drop arm awning white headbox installed on wall
System 2000 Drop Arm Awning headbox colour chart

ILIOS PIVOT

ARM AWNING

Illios pivot arm awning in charcoal fabric installed on brick wall

ILIOS PIVOT ARM AWNING

ILIOS CRANK OPTION

Illios drop arm awning arm and bottom bar in monument colour closeup

ILIOS RED DESIGN AWARD WINNER

ILIOS HARDWARE COLOURS

Illios drop arm awning headbox installed over window onto brown brick wall
Illios Drop Arm Awning headbox colour chart
  • Are Somfys RTS Remote controls compatible with the Zigbee Motors?
    No. Somfys RTS remote controls are not compatible with Zigbee Motors. Zigbee operates on 2.4Ghz spectrum frequency which is a different frequency to RTS which is 433.42 Mhz. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to call us on 1300 952 510 or email us your details at Contact Us.
  • Do the Somfy Zigbee motors have a further range of control then the Somfy RTS Motors?
    YES & NO. It all depends on how the blinds motors have been set up. Somfy's RTS remote controls have a omni directional range of over 20 metres, this includes thru walls & floors. Zigbee motors have an open field range of only 7mtres. If comparing the two protocols with 2 stand alone blinds the RTS would win. However Zigbees range can be greatly extended beyond that of RTS if you created a network of otherZigbee devices that communicate to each other in a mesh network. Contact our qualified team at Motorised Blinds Australia for more advice. Contact Us
  • Do all Somfy zibee blind motors & products have the same role with in a mesh network and ecosystem?
    No. Different Somfy product have different roles in the mesh network and eco system and this is important when planning and setting up your blinds in a mesh network. EQUIPMENT ROLES End Point Devices - All of Somfys zigbee battery powered devices can only be an endpoint device. This means they will only communicate with one parent device. Example of Somfy battery powered devices include Sonesse 28 and Sonesse 40. Also the Ysia remote control can only take on a endpoint role. Repeater - Somfy Powered 240V AC Zigbee motors act as repeaters and relay commands between repeaters and end devices. Repeaters extend and strengthen the rnge within the ecosystem. Controller - Somfys Tahoma Switch Hub acts as the controller and forms and manages the network and ecosystem. The controller must me mains powered (240v)
  • Are Somfy Zigbee blind motors more expensive than there RTS motors?
    Yes. Zigbee motors are more expensive than Somfys RTS motors. Some of the Zigbee motors and accessories are not that much more expensive than their RTS counterparts. Indicatively the equivalent Somfy Zigbee motor to RTS motor is approx 20% more expensive.
  • How long does it take to fully charge a Somfy Sonesse Zigbee Li-Ion blind motor?
    With new optimised charging, the charge times on a Somfy Zigbee Li-Ion motors take 1.5hrs to fully charge using the USB-C charger. This is a vast advantage over the Sonesse 30 RTS which has a 4hr Charge time.
  • What control options are available for a Somfy Zigbee powered blinds?
    We have a number of control options available for our Somfy Zigbee blinds. REMOTE CONTROL. - Our most basic option to control all of our Zigbee powered blinds is with a Somfy Ysia Remote. With the simple touch of a button you can have the blinds open and close. SMART PHONE - All of our Zigbee motorised blinds can be controlled thru a smart phone using the Tahoma Switch Hub. VOICE COMMAND - Using a third party voice assistant compatible with IFTTT and the optional Tahoma Switch you will be able to control your smart blinds with a simple voice command.
  • How Long does a Somfy Sonesse Li-Ion motor's battery charge last for before it needs to be re-charged again?
    Somfy Sonesse Zigbee Li-Ion motors have a battery charge life of approx 6 to 12 month. This will vary depending on how big the blind is, how often you use the blind, and what speed setting the blind is set too.
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