Somfy Introduces Wireless Drapery Motor for Heavy Fabrics
Somfy has released the Glydea ULTRA 50 WireFree Zigbee Drapery Motor, a wireless motorized solution designed to support fabric loads up to 110 pounds.
The motor is powered by a removable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery and is compatible with Somfy’s Pinch Pleat, Ripple Fold and Accordia drapery systems. It can operate on tracks up to 36 feet in length.
Integrators can configure setpoints through the Somfy TaHoma pro app, and the system can be enabled through touch motion or integrated with third-party control platforms.
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