Re: Velux Window Openers - A Possible Solution

[Martin Howell <martin.howell@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I looked at motorising my Veluxes some time ago and abandoned the idea
because Mr Velux wanted an arm and a leg for each one and I have 6
windows.  Instead, I bought the manual opener  - a pole with a hook on
the end - and it works fine. Moreover, it shows that the operation
movement is essentially linear, and a DIY solution using an electric or
pneumatic actuator should be pretty easy to rig up (and not expensive).
One of the things on my 'to do' list once the house is finished...

Martin

Neil Fuller wrote:

>Chaps
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>I know the question of opening Velux windows automatically comes up
from time to time.
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>With an impending extension build coming up (Ho yin does do some nice
designs!), I've now researched the commercial actuator market and found the
following;
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>www.secontrols.com
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>They are the UK importers for the Italian made Mingardi range of
actuators
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>http://www.mingardimagnetic.com/inglese/default.htm
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>Mingardi also make a range of magnetic locks  etc.
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>The sales chap I spoke with said that the most expensive chain actuator
was approx £150 so they seem somewhat cheaper than the Velux option too.
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>A possible downside is that they fit on the frame rather than being
hidden inside it but some would say that is a positive aspect when the
things break down.
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>A real plus point is that they accept standard signals (230v, 3 wire or
24v reverse polarity) so no messing about with the Velux interface.
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>SE controls also produce a control box that sits on a LON bus for
anyone using that technology.
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>Usual caveats of no association/interest apply.
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>Regards
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>Neil
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