Motorised Brise Soleil

Motorised Brise Soleil – when should motorised BS be considered?

For many applications, a fixed blade system provides all of the functionality required by the client. For example, if the system is being used primarily as privacy screening, or as an architectural feature, then a fixed blade system is almost always the preferred solution. Even when solar shading is the primary objective, this can still very often be achieved by the use of a fixed blade system. With lower costs, simplified installation and no moving parts, a fixed blade system offers most customers the best balance of functionality against price and ease of use.

There are however circumstances when an adjustable blade system provides more consistent solar shading across the whole of the day, and throughout the year. If such a system is required, then the blades are mounted on pivot points at each end, joined together with a connecting rod, and moved by means of an electric actuator (a motor that moves the connecting rod backwards and forwards). The amount of movement and the direction of rotation are usually controlled by a hand held wireless controller, rather like a TV remote control. However, if required a third party automated system, such as a BMS (building management system) can be linked in to control the motor automatically.