Revolutionising Ventilation
Providing ultimate durability, flexibility and precision, our range of folding arm electric actuators deliver reliable and accurate operation of AOVs, doors and windows for natural ventilation, smoke ventilation or both.
This certified solution can be used in a wide range of applications for properties of varying type, sector and complexity from private residential properties, offices and care homes to warehouses, factories, schools, hotels and many more.
At Rocburn our team of dedicated experts are here to help source and supply the right folding electric actuators for your requirements to deliver straight forward, safe, and cost-effective ventilation automation. If you have any questions about our products or would like some advice on choosing the right folding arm window actuator, then please do not hesitate to get in touch and one of our experienced specialists will be happy to help.
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Folding arm motors are mainly used in smoke ventilation systems and can be attached to either windows or doors. If a wide opening is required for example ~90° in a smoke shaft or lobby door these actuators are a better choice than a chain driven opener.
When used on a door, a roller option can be used which allows the actuator to be separate from the door. Permitting the door to be used by building occupants as normal. Some of these folding arm actuators can also integrate with access control systems to release maglocks etc. before operating to open the door.
Venset Window Opener
Popular in domestic and home environments these are typically used on small skylights and other windows. These are powered by a plug in wall adapter and have wall mounted switches and remote control options.
Aumuller FTA600
This folding arm actuator has a programable opening angle of up to 93°. Opening at ~2° per second this can achieve a 45s stroke duration. The FTA600 can open the vent with a force of approximately 600N
WindowMaster WMD 820
This folding arm actually uses a chain to operate the arm. With a force up to 300N and locking force of 3000N. Like other actuators, the WMD 820 can also work synchronously or sequentially with another motor as part of a pair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Electric folding arm actuators deliver many great benefits such as;
- Ideal solution for roof lights and skylights
- They are easy to install
- Offer programmable parameters
- They are extremely versatile and can be used for natural ventilation as well as parts of a smoke and heat ventilation system
- Strong and highly resilient to wind and snow loads
- Aesthetically pleasing with their compact size and symmetrical design
- Two folding arm actuators can be synced together for projects that require synchronized units
A folding arm actuator can be fitted to side hung windows, doors and vents and can be designed to open either outwards or inwards. They work via a motorised arm attached to the opening that begins in a folded position and unfolds as it is powered by the motor.
They are popular for windows and skylights in hard-to-reach areas, as part of a natural ventilation system and for AOVs and windows for smoke ventilation.
For an open out vent/door, the mounting bracket will be attached at the top of the frame and hold the actuator below the frame edge. When used in an open in vent/door the actuator is mounted to the frame instead and a Z bracket is used between the vent/door and the actuator arm.
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