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Terrazza Awning
Description

The Terrazza Patio Awning is a motorised external sun and wind control system designed to mount on top of pergolas, glass or open roofs in residential and commercial applications. Terrazza is available with a range of fabrics offering solar screening, light blocking, and UV protection. Sensors for wind, rain, and sun provide options for automatic operation

Terrazza uses aluminium sliding rails, a cassette box and front rails with hard-wearing PVC components, and is manufactured in New Zealand by Window Treatments. The awning can be installed at any pitch from 0° to 180°, and is available up to 4.0m width and 4.0m projection within a maximum coverage of 12m². Under-mounting is possible with additional custom brackets.

Key Features
  • Motorised operation using Somfy tubular motors with remote-control or hard-wired switch options
  • Control options include individual, multiple, group, master, and automatic control using sensors
  • Weather sensors available: sun, wind and rain; wind and rain sensors can retract the awning automatically, including when wind speeds exceed 35 km/h 
  • Installation angle/pitch adjustable 0°–180°
  • Sizes up to 4.0m width with projection up to 4.0m; with combined width by projection up to 12m²
  • Primary mounting on top of pergolas, glass or open roofs; under-mounting possible with custom-made brackets
  • Construction uses aluminium sliding rails, cassette box and front rails with hard-wearing PVC components
  • Manufactured in New Zealand exclusively by Window Treatments NZ Ltd
  • 3 year manufacturer warranty
  • Fabrics available for commercial and domestic applications with excellent UV and light fastness
  • Recommended Solar Screen fabric: Techno X (PVC-coated polyester), flame and fade resistant, blocks 87–93% of sun’s rays; provides daytime privacy while maintaining view
  • Available in a range of standard colours with special colours available by request
Scope of Use
  • Sun protection and light control
  • Residential and commercial applications

Size & Installation:

  • Primarily installed on top of pergolas, glass, or open roofs
  • Under-pergola or under-glass-roof installation is possible using additional custom-made brackets
  • Install at any angle/pitch from 0° to 180°, provided the cassette and front bar are positioned horizontally level
  • Maximum size per unit: 4.0m width with projection up to 4.0m; combined width by projection must not exceed 12m²

Operation:

  • Motorised operation using Somfy tubular motors with remote-control or hard-wired switch options
  • Control options include individual, multiple, group, master, and automatic control using sensors
  • Weather sensors available: sun, wind and rain; wind and rain sensors can retract the awning automatically, including when wind speeds exceed 35 km/h 

 

Limitations on Use
  • Not designed as a rain shelter; retract when rain is imminent. 
  • If wind automation is used, wind sensors are set to retract the awning when wind speeds exceed 35km/h.
  • Under-pergola or under-glass-roof installation requires additional custom-made brackets.
  • Cassette and front bar must be installed horizontally level to achieve the stated 0°–180° pitch range.
  • Pitch can only be adjusted manually. 
  • Motorised operation only; manual operation is not available for Terrazza.
  • Maximum coverage must not exceed 12m²; maximum width 4.0m; projection up to 4.0m.
  • A degree of fabric sagging will occur on larger awnings; interior spring tension can reduce but not eliminate sagging.
  • Techno X Solar Screen (PVC-coated polyester) recommended for solar control.
  • For exterior installations near coastal areas it is recommended to wash the components and rails 3 to 4 times a year.
  • Motors must be installed by a registered electrician.
In-Service History

Window Treatments has nationwide service coverage and has been operating since 1984.

Other Performance Attributes
  • Manufactured in New Zealand exclusively by Window Treatments NZ Ltd
  • Fabrics have excellent UV and light fastness; Techno X Solar Screen (PVC-coated polyester) recommended for solar control; flame and fade resistant; blocks 87–93% of sun's rays; provides daytime privacy while maintaining view.
  • Somfy motor options all with IP 44 rating. See Specification Sheet for full performance information.

Warranty & Maintenance:

  • 3 year warranty
  • Coastal maintenance recommendation: wash components and rails with fresh water 3–4 times per year
Documents
Specifications Sheet: All Awnings
Specifications Sheet: Terrazza Awning
Awnings PDFs & DWGs
Masterspec Work Sections: Window Treatments — Awnings
Window Treatments on Masterspec
Awning Fabric Visualiser

Window Treatments are manufacturers of blinds, curtains, shutters, recess flush boxes, healthcare/clinical curtains & tracks, exterior louvre roofs, awnings, & automation/motorisation specialists.

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