Somfy North America Launches SDN Connect for Commercial Spaces

Somfy, the manufacturer of motors for interior window coverings and exterior solar protections, has launched SDN Connect, its new solution for motorized shading in commercial spaces. With a focus on user-friendly design, SDN Connect, which runs on the Somfy Digital Network (SDN), combines cutting-edge hardware and software to create a solution that’s as intuitive as it is innovative.

The new system consists of a range of products including a Sonesse 40 RS485 motor, data hubs, and power panels. Engineered for quiet operation, the SDN motors are available in various torque levels and are compatible with both AC and DC power, making them versatile for every indoor setting. Meanwhile, the data hubs serve as the backbone of the system, facilitating communication.

For low-voltage solutions, SDN PowerConnect Panels combine power and communication for centralized control. With these new components, designing, deploying and troubleshooting commercial motorized shading solutions becomes much easier.

“We are passionate about creating solutions that ensure optimal living and working conditions by bringing simplicity to design, deployment, and maintenance of commercial shading solutions,” said Russell Horowitz, national specifications manager at Somfy North America. “We continue to design dynamic control solutions based on customer demand. We are seeing unique requirements from all building types, including the commercial market, that would benefit from a solution such as the SDN network.”

Included in the launch of SDN Connect is new software called Set pro by Somfy. This tool simplifies the commercial commissioning process, allowing dealers to create and plan the project remotely before setting foot on the project site.

Horowitz noted that the new SDN suite has been designed in direct response to customer feedback, “with a user-friendly design that offers increased flexibility to tailor building controls according to the unique requirements of each building,” he said. “SDN is designed to scale seamlessly, able to accommodate expansions and upgrades while harnessing the power of smart controls. Whether dealers are seeking to integrate with AV systems, lighting controls or BMS systems, Somfy’s dedicated devices enable streamlined integration.”