Shade Innovations unveiled, showcasing advanced motor and control technologies, while also expanding automation capabilities at its Austin-based U.S. facility, a venture initiated by Screen Innovations.
In a significant move, Shade Innovations, a division dedicated to window covering solutions, has announced the launch of its latest advancements in motor and control technologies. The focus is on creating smart, energy-efficient, and quiet motorized solutions designed for automated window treatments.
The new motor lineup features RF, Zigbee/RF, and RF/PoE options, marking a leap forward in IoT connectivity. Notably, Shade Innovations' new motors are the industry's first bilingual motors with RF integrated into the motor head.
The latest advancements also include smart home integration, allowing control via voice commands and mobile apps, compatible with platforms like Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit. Energy-efficient motors, including solar-powered options, promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact. Quiet operation motors provide smooth, noise-free functionality suitable for residential and commercial environments.
Moreover, AI-driven automation enhances user experience by adapting to environmental conditions and user behaviours for optimised shading and energy savings. The focus is on modular designs that are easy to install and interoperable with various smart home devices, reflecting trends towards IoT connectivity and sustainability in motorized window treatments.
Shade Innovations has also rebranded its U.S. Shade Manufacturing operations in Austin, Texas as Shade Innovations. This rebrand includes the introduction of The SI Way, a comprehensive initiative to make Shade Innovations the easiest, most reliable, and most trusted partner for dealers and customers.
In-house Design Services have expanded to meet growing dealer demand, with Shade Innovations onboarding 30-40 new dealers each month. These design services help new dealers quickly learn the shade business and avoid costly pitfalls common when working with other shade companies. Dealers can benefit from live online training sessions to stay up to date and maximise success through The SI Way program.
Shade Innovations has also expanded its shade manufacturing by automating and retooling its production line in Austin, Texas. The new production line includes a state-of-the-art cut table with 30' seamless glass that automatically cauterises all fabrics for better edge quality.
The NiñoTM 2 line, priced at half the cost of the competition, is set to revolutionise the market. The line includes SI Roller, Duo Roller, Romans, Woven Woods, Cellular, and Zebra window coverings, all powered by Shade Innovations' motors. Shade Innovations' expansion of its shade production in the U.S. has been timed to reduce concerns around tariffs.
The latest advancements from Shade Innovations are poised to redefine the motorized window treatment industry, offering dealers and customers smart, energy-efficient, and quiet solutions that cater to the growing demand for IoT connectivity and sustainability.
For a closer look at Shade Innovations' operations, watch the introduction video at this link.
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- Shade Innovations has unveiled new motor and control technologies, enhancing their division dedicated to window covering solutions, with the focus on smart, energy-efficient, and quiet motorized solutions.
- The new motor lineup includes RF, Zigbee/RF, and RF/PoE options, marking a significant leap in IoT connectivity, and the industry's first bilingual motors with RF integrated into the motor head.
- The latest advancements also include integration with smart home platforms like Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, as well as energy-efficient and solar-powered options, and quiet operation motors for residential and commercial environments.
- Shade Innovations' expansion in the U.S., including rebranding operations in Austin, Texas, and automating and retooling production lines, aims to reduce concerns around tariffs and provide smart, affordable solutions with the NinõTM 2 line, priced at half the cost of the competition.
- Dealers can benefit from in-house Design Services, live online training sessions, and The SI Way program, which aims to make Shade Innovations the easiest, most reliable, and most trusted partner for dealers and customers in the financially rewarding business of motorized window treatments.
