The patented SST-II Electrically Actuated Bi-Fold System (Patent No. 8,714,229) utilizes electric actuators in place of hydraulic cylinders, offering a more affordable option for smaller openings (up to 8′ x 6′ high), without the excess power of the hydraulic system. Folding open, vertically, like its larger sibling, the Bi-Fold Electric System allows for the same smooth access between environments with just the press of a button.
Perfect for residential or architectural applications and smaller commercial openings, the SST-II Electrically Actuated Bi-Fold System dissolves the barrier between interior and exterior allowing for simple passage between spaces, or to allow the ambience of the outdoors to flow in.
The use of electric actuators eliminates cables, straps, locking mechanisms, pulley’s, springs, etc., offering the cleanest and least obstructive panel face in the market.
The electrically actuated system eliminates all pinch points and moving parts typically associated with a cable or strap system.
The electric actuators are self-contained, meaning no auxiliary motor or power unit is needed and you are left with a cleaner finished system.
The Bi-Fold Electric System may be delivered fully-assembled, meaning you are simply placing the system within the rough opening, and attaching to your surrounding structure.
Narrower steel profiles allow for more glass volume and greater visibility.
Controls
Standard system operation is via brushed aluminum, wall-mounted control switch, available as 2-button or key operation, in clear or black anodized finish. All controls are constant contact.
Safety
Safe operation of your Crown System is of paramount importance. Infrared photoelectric or a lead-edge pressure sensors are available for purchase. Either option is designed to halt and reverse the downward motion of the Crown System when tripped.
Where audio/visual warning is required, an optional strobe/sounder indicates system operation.
Remote Operation
Remote Transmitters offer ease of entry upon approach. Transmitters are constant contact. For safety reasons, we require either photo eyes or a lead-edge sensor with remote transmitters.
Cladding
For turn-key products, we offer our glass retainer system (glass stops) and a variety of dual or single pane glazing options. All factory-supplied glass is laminated for safety. Customers may also elect to provide a virtually unlimited number of inserts such as polycarbonate, steel or wood, to name just a few.
Finish
Crown Doors finishes each of our projects right here, in factory, using our state-of-the-art powder-coat facility, and our custom-design mantra follows through to our finish options as well – A full array of standard, non-standard, and custom colors are available, with few exceptions. We maintain a small list of customer-favorite colors as “standards,” though virtually any “non-standard” or entirely custom finish options are available (may affect cost and lead time).
Additionally, projects may be manufactured from stainless steel, available for corrosive environments (seaside or pool house installations). Stainless systems may be powder-coated as well.
Our standard color chart may be viewed here.
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