'Comfort from start to finish with solar powered ritzscreens®'

"With a wide assortment, the range of ritzscreens® of Verano® ensure that a suitable and reliable top quality solution can be offered for every situation and budget," says Head of Communications Evelien Janssen-Verweij. "In view of a changing world and sustainability as a hot topic, one of the biggest innovations of the last year is the solar-powered ritzscreens®."

Efficient assembly for mechanic, pleasant for end user

The sun is an inexhaustible source of energy. For this reason, in recent years it has been used more and more intensively for energy generation, including for the control of blinds. Solar-powered Ritzscreens®, also known as solar ritzscreens®, are equipped with a battery and solar panel. The simple charging of the battery eliminates the need for connection to the power grid. Therefore, cutting and breaking is no longer necessary during installation. In addition, it is not necessary to have technical knowledge regarding connecting motor wiring to the power network. In this way, assembly becomes not only more efficient and easier for mechanics, but also more pleasant for the end user.

Save on energy bills

Both during the construction of houses and the renovation of existing buildings, there has been increasing attention to energy consumption in recent years. For example, more and more homes are reducing net energy consumption to - almost - zero. Dynamic blinds such as ritzscreens® can play an important role in reducing annual energy consumption. 

"TNO research has shown that Verano®'s ritzscreens® contribute to energy savings," says Evelien Janssen-Verweij. "When ritzscreens® are applied in homes, this means savings of up to 14% in energy consumption for space heating. In summer, in addition, between 61% and 72% is saved on energy consumption for cooling, compared to a home without shading measures. When blinds are additionally controlled by solar-powered motors, the energy savings only increase." 

Comfort with ritzscreens®

With solar control, an additional benefit is added to the many pluses of regular ritzscreens®, they see at Verano®. The awning fabric is fixed along the entire length of the sides, so there are no gaps between the guides and the fabric. This ensures that light and heat in a home or commercial building can be optimally regulated, the hanging behavior of the fabric is better and optimal ventilation is achieved, without allowing insects to enter. The ritzscreens® combine high wind resistance - which has been tested by TÜV Netherlands - with stylish design. In addition, the view to the outside is maintained, while the view to the inside is obstructed and annoying light glare is prevented.