Lutron has unveiled a new feature for its shading systems aimed at making so shades are able to move automatically throughout the day in accordance with the natural progression of the sun called Natural Light Optimization (NLO).
According to Lutron, NLO uses information based on a property’s latitude, longitude, and window orientation to adjust shade positions automatically. These positions cycle through Direct Sun, No Direct Sun, and Night Positions for easy setup of lighting automations.
It’s not yet been confirmed, but from the looks of things, it seems as though, rather than using sensors, the feature is using actual data pulled from sunlight readings based on a household’s physical location.
This new NLO feature is compatible with HomeWorks QSX and RadioRA 3 systems and can be integrated with Palladiom, Sivoia, and Triathlon roller shades. It also features four pre-programmed templates that add a few different options to setup.
According to Lutron, the feature is meant to make it simpler for professionals to customize rooms and windows, adjust offsets, and fine-tune settings to fit client needs whether it’s do reduce glare, minimize sun damage, control heat gain, or work in tandem with a circadian lighting system.
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“As shades continue to healthily contribute to the integrator’s bottom line, Lutron will continue to develop the tools, hardware, and software necessary to maintain and grow a robust motorized window treatment business, said Ben Bard, Vice-President of Lutron’s luxury residential business.
Additionally, Lutron is unveiling a recessed drapery system that now allows the traditionally exposed systems to seemingly float midair as they disappear into the ceiling, as well as a new aged brass finish for Palladiom shade brackets. The recessed drapery system components, according to Lutron, are best leveraged in new construction to ensure a seamless finish.
Lutron’s Natural Light Optimization for Roller shades, Recessed System for Drapery Track, and the Palladiom Bracket Finish in Aged Bronze will be available in late 2024.
Lutron Gets Colorful with RGB+ Lumaris Tape LightingThe news comes out along side another recent announcement made by the company, stating it will be expanding its Lumaris line of tape lighting with RGB+ options.
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