Automated

How would you like to control all your window coverings with the touch of a button?

Thanks to innovative motor technologies, you can. Colton Inc. features Somfy motors and controllers, allowing us to automate virtually all of your window coverings.

Imagine being able to open or close a single drapery or control an entire building of blinds, draperies and shades all from a single handheld remote or wall switch. Windows can be grouped together to operate simultaneously or singled out to be operated alone. Somfy motors can even be plugged into your existing home automation system so that you can control your lights, climate controls, and window coverings all from one system.

Motors

No matter the type of window covering, we have a motor to operate it. With three main motor types available, we can automate nearly any kind of window treatment.

AC Motors - For maintenance free operation, wired AC motors provide reliable performance and is ideal for inaccessible or hard to reach locations. 120 VAC electrical power must be brought to the window treatment by a licensed electrician and hard wired to the motor. Once properly installed, wired AC motors provide years of operation with virtually no maintenance.

Plug and Play Motors - For windows near existing outlets, plug and play motors provide good maintenance free operation without the need for a professional electrician. Simply plug the power adapter in the outlet and run the low voltage wire to the motor. The wire is thin enough that it is easy to hide behind the window treatment or behind furniture.

Battery Operated Motors - For areas where AC power is not an option, Somfy WireFree battery powered motors fit the bill. WireFree motors run off lithium battery packs included with the motor and only expends energy when the motor "wakes up" ready for use. Re loadable battery tubes allow you to purchase and replace batteries yourself. Replacement lithium batteries are available in local stores.

Somfy motors are "intelligent" motors, allowing them to distinguish between 12 different controllers, allowing you to control your window coverings with a wall switch, handheld remote, and an integrated home automation system all at the same time.

Controls

Somfy wireless controls operate window coverings with radio frequency remotes that allow the signal to penetrate walls and control motors within range throughout the building. Rotating frequencies eliminate interference from neighboring systems providing maximum security.

Multiple treatments can be operated in tandem or independent of each other.
 

Installation

We offer full service measuring and installation of all motorized products. Our experienced staff of installers make sure that the treatment operates properly and accurately. If needed, we will bring our own electrician to ensure that power is run to the motors and the treatments are powered properly.