- Are window actuators and window openers the same thing?
The terms ‘window openers’ and ‘window actuators’ are often used interchangeably but they are technically two different things. The term actuator means ‘component responsible for moving or controlling a mechanism or system’ and basically enables the window to be opened using motor driven automation. Electric window openers usually refer to the device that is controlled by the actuators to automatically open or close the windows using remotes, sensors, or switches. Using either terminology is fine as they are essentially the same thing just by a different name.
- What Is the purpose of electric window actuators?
Electric window actuators are widely used to provide ventilation, heat removal and smoke control for commercial, industrial, and domestic properties of various types, size, scale and complexity.
- What are electric window actuators?
They allow for windows to be opened or closed automatically by the operation of timers, manual switches, remotes, or sensors. These actuators work by moving or controlling a window opening system using electricity to drive the motor.
- Can you use Manual Winding Gear (Teleflex) on bottom hung, open in windows?
Yes, these window types are also known as hopper windows. We can supply the necessary brackets and fixings to make an opener work on these.
- What lengths do you supply the conduit in?
The conduit comes in 3m lengths which can be joined together to form longer lengths. When joining conduit you will need to use our conduit grooving tool to ensure the two ends are securely connected.
- What colours are the Manual Winding Gear components available in?
As well as the common White, Grey, and Black options, Rocburn are able to supply Anthrocite Grey from stock as well.
