Levolux Sunscreening Brochure (American)
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SUNSCREENING SOLUTIONS

‘Designed to control’ captures the essence of our mission: to be world leaders in the development of sun-screening systems that address the diverse demands of modern buildings, using current capabilities and the emerging possibilities of building technology. A diversity of experience Levolux has more than 160 years’ experience in the design, project management, installation and maintenance of sunscreening systems. Our extensive project list reflects all types of building in both the UK and overseas, including commercial, medical, educational, arts, leisure and government. An understanding...

Designability Design is a key requirement in the development of sunscreening solutions that are both effective and meet the aesthetic requirements of the architect and the client. Levolux has a large team of trained CAD designers who use up to date technology to achieve this aim. Manufacture and installation Levolux has two factories in the UK providing the facilities to manufacture products as diverse as delicate fabric curtains and large aluminum louvers. Installation teams are also able to handle any size of project, both in the UK and overseas. On time and on budget Levolux has a...

Rack Arm Systems The Levolux Skyvane Systems have been specifically designed for installation to curved, horizontal, sloping and all types of unusually shaped windows and glazing. Levolux Skyvane can be installed internally or externally, providing protection against solar heat gain, glare and light control and can easily be adapted for installation on new or existing buildings. Slats are available in 3 widths in a wide range of solid or perforated colors and finishes, including wood slat. Skyvane can be operated manually, by electric motor and switch, or can be fully automated with solar...

Wide choice of options – the Skyvane system is available in three options incorporating 50, 75 and 80mm (2”, 3” extruded and 3” roll formed) slat widths. Aluminum components are available in mill, anodized, Duranar or polyester powder coated finishes. The 50 and 80mm slats are available in solid or perforated options with a wide choice of colors from our standard range. The extruded aluminum louvers used in the 75mm (3” extruded) system can be anodized Duranar, or polyester powder coated to any standard RAL color. System Construction The Skyvane system is comprised of several main...

The Range Levolux Skyvane 650 Internal - the popular 50mm (2”) slat allows coordination with all types of interior design and is available in a wide variety of colors. The system is also available with 50mm (2”) timber slats. External - similar to the internal system, but with the added benefit of increased control of solar gain. Levolux Skyvane 680 Internal - the rolled edge on the 80mm (3”) slat gives it excellent rigidity allowing an increased span between rackarms as compared with the 650 version. External - the ideal solution where solar protection from both heat and glare is required....

Motor Mounting Edge Rack Detail Standard support Edge pivots angled to suit Slat clip Drive shaft Standard rackarm Heavy Duty Rackarm y DESIGN PARAMETERS Model Type 650 Type 675/675X Type 680/680X A Standard Heavy Duty Standard Heavy Duty Standard Heavy Duty General Layout

Levolux fins can be integrated into complete curtain and window wall systems with walkways, handrails and fall arrest systems. Introduction The Levolux range of external shading systems is of British design and manufacture and has been created to provide a number of efficient external sunscreening systems that can also enhance the architectural appearance of a building. Multi-purpose - Levolux systems may even be used for wall cladding, ventilation grilles, sight screening, pergolas, pedestrian ways, sun terraces etc. The Matrix system is designed to project at the head of the glazing,...

control options can be offered to provide manual, motorized or fully automatic operation. Automatic controls can be stand alone, or integrated into the Building Management System. Fins are normally manufactured as one piece extruded aluminum sections up to a maximum width, at present, of 20” (500mm). Other options are also available including multi-part, fabricated, timber and glass louvers. Aluminum systems can be provided in a wide range of finishes including mill, anodized, Duranar coated or polyester powder coated. Steel components can be supplied in stainless steel or can be...

Type A Extruded aluminum nosing Typical mountings* 165mm (6 ⁄2”) fins in frames Hinged access panel 300mm (12”) Aluminum between plates 180mm (71⁄16”) fin fixed between plates 50mm (2”) Ø tube 165mm (61/2”) fin between arms 400mm (16”) Glass on stainless steel Fabricated nosing Bottom footstool *These are indicative only. Many other methods of attachment can be designed to meet specific building requirements

Through Cladding Mounting Ma xim um 16 00 mm (63 Stainless steel studs by others This design to be used in conjunction with a fall arrest system such as a latchway safety cable or handrail. Optional Fascia Louvers on top or below arms WALK-ON BRISE SOLEIL WITH ‘T’ TREAD AND LOUVERS Optional Fascia LOUVER CLAMP ASSEMBLY Alternative louver fixing using figure ‘8’ spacer through louvers. Structural steelwork Optional Front Tube ALTERNATIVE UNBRACED SYSTEM IN-FRAME SYSTEMS Bracket CLADDING BRACKET MOUNTINGS Optional Bull nose Typical ‘first mounting’ bracket Typical mullion attachment Expansion...

allow outward vision, even when the blinds are closed. Custom systems with larger slats (up to 425mm [17”]) can also be offered. Matching head rails and bottom rails provide a high quality product that is both functional and decorative. Introduction Levolux specialty venetian blinds are designed for a wide range of applications and can be installed both internally and externally. Levolux venetian blinds can provide protection against glare as well as fine light control as a result of the variable slat positions. If the blinds are mounted externally, they can significantly reduce the amount...