Somfy, a world leader in the design and manufacture of control systems for window blinds has just launched ˜Sonesse', a revolutionary new range of silent motors that takes automated blind motorisation to a completely new level.

The Sonesse cutting-edge motors are quieter to operate than standard blinds motors and make even less noise than some manual controls. The compact Sonesse ˜30', designed for smaller window coverings, and the larger Sonesse ˜50', due to launch this spring, can be easily integrated and discreetly concealed within cassette systems.

Using Sonesse, blinds designers, manufacturers and assemblers can create superior, near-silent motorised roller shades that provide householders with all the comfort of modern, state of-the-art motorisation without noise disturbance. The Sonesse ˜30' also boasts a new slim line round head, finished in white, that will co-ordinate perfectly with most window frame finishes available in today's market and blend with the most sophisticated interior design scheme

For retailers, Sonesse creates crucial new business opportunities to differentiate on the automated window blind market and to further enhance product offerings.

Sonesse takes automated window blinds to a whole new level for manufacturers, retailers and end-users, explained Julie Wood, Somfy's market manager for interior products.

Until now, silent motors have been very much a specialist area with only relatively high cost solutions available. Somfy's creation of competitively-priced silent motors unlocks these sales opportunities. As a result, more UK designers, manufacturers and retailers can now access this dynamic market and provide unique, stylish and highly distinctive silent automated blinds at competitive prices.

Sonesse meets the exact high standards of Somfy's other market-leading ranges and retains the same easy to use and install flexible features, including:

• Multiple control options “ from standard wall switches and Infrared (IR) to Radio Technology Somfy (RTS). Control options are also available to allow simple integration with home automation systems
• Easy to install “ simple to wire and RTS technology enables blinds to be set remotely
• Full range of functions “ end users will experience the real benefit of motorisation at the touch of a button including regulated speed and preferred intermediate position.

Additional features including: automatic movement of shades using sensors or timers to preserve interior furnishings and simulate presence.

• Somfy Ltd
• Tel: 0113 391 3030