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Architectural Blinds
2012
& Dynamic Solar Facades
No single factor
has more environmental impact
on a building
than solar heat gain.

2. C/S Solarmotion : ®
The two best ways to reduce solar heat gain
C/S Solarmotion The Low-Profile Solution C/S Solarmotion The Monumental Solution
Architectural Solarmotion Architectural Blinds can create a dramatic effect on a building’s Dynamic Solar Being the leader in fixed and operating Sun Controls for over 50 years, C/S now
Blinds facade or virtually disappear. C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds can be Facades offers architects and owners a revolutionary new system. C/S Solarmotion Dynamic
used outside, inside or between two panes of glass, and they are a simple, Solar Facades combine our extensive selection of operating blades and sunshades
cost effective way of allowing the occupants to control the amount of natural with our intelligent control system to track the sun throughout the day, maximizing
daylight entering their offices. With energy reductions of up to 35% annually, energy efficiency. Whether your design calls for a horizontal or vertical orientation,
Solarmotion Architectural Blinds are perfect for new construction or renovation. dramatic C/S Solarmotion Dynamic Solar Facades offer infinite aesthetic freedom.
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3. Nothing is more effective at reducing solar heat gain Daylight Sensing
Controls are
than new C/S Solarmotion® Architectural Blinds. the key to
Solarmotion’s
effectiveness.
Today’s world demands that architects and owners build buildings that are energy
efficient, lower their carbon footprint and are comfortable for their occupants. There
are many options to optimize a facade’s energy performance, but none come close to
new C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds. Not only are they the most energy efficient
option for buildings (based on studies by Berkeley Laboratories and the European
Solar Shading Organization), they provide occupants glare-free views of
the outside throughout the day. And they make a stunning impression
that says “environmentally responsible.” The chart below
compares C/S Solarmotion to other systems.
This high-tech system of
intelligent Architectural Blinds
uses an intuitive control system
that reacts, moves and adapts
to the angle of the sun as
well as weather
conditions. This
system has been
widely used in
Europe for decades and is
available in North America
through an exclusive
agreement with Warema,
Shading Options Comparison Europe’s leading manufacturer.
High Performance C/S Solarmotion
Glazing Roller Shades Fixed Sunshades Architectural Blinds
USGBC LEED® Credits
C/S Solarmotion Architectural
Unobstructed Glare-free open views
Occupant View Unobstructed Totally Opaque at various angles Blinds can help architects gain
(Cantilevered Only)
a significant amount of points
Good when Moderate Excellent, while still providing
Glare Control Negligible based on elevation occupant views of the outside (up to 35) toward LEED®
totally closed
Solar Heat Gain Certification in the Energy
Coefficient
.45 .25 .32 .04 and Atmosphere section
Annual Energy by improving building
Reduction 6% 20% 15% 35%
performance
Annual Energy beyond baseline
Savings $ $$ $$ $$$$$
in ASHRAE/IESNA
Occupant Comfort • •• ••• ••••• Standard 90.1.
Note: Data collected from Berkeley Laboratory, ES-SO and UCSD studies on sunshade devices.
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4. C/S Solarmotion® Architectural Blinds
can be used in three different ways.
While any configuration of C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds performs better than competitor’s systems,
how they are applied to a building does affect their ability to reduce solar heat gain. The exterior and
double-facade systems are more effective because they stop the heat before it warms the in-board lite of
glass, thus reducing convection of the interior air.
1 Exterior 2 Double-Facade 3 Interior
Using C/S Solarmotion In a double-facade separated by Interior applications reduce
Architectural Blinds on as much as a three foot space, the heat gain (when closed) and
external applications system is almost as effective as increase light management
provides the greatest the external application. and occupant comfort.
energy reduction.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient Comparison
While double glazing provides a solar heat gain coefficient of .65, using Solarmotion
Architectural Blinds (at a 45° angle) reduces the SHGC to .04, or a reduction of 94%.
.38
.45
.30
.04 .05
.15
0
Blind Type External Double-Facade Interior
Blind Angle Architectural Blinds Architectural Blinds Architectural Blinds
45° 45° 45°
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5. C/S Solarmotion® Architectural Blinds
C/S Solarmotion makes
occupants happier, healthier
and more productive. Studies prove
students learn more in
a comfortable classroom.
Well planned daylight concepts in
schools provide enhanced student
C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds offer owners more performance and mood. An
than just energy savings. Numerous studies* show effective sunshading system that
provides the classroom with natural
that buildings with daylight management systems daylight not only reduces energy
that allow the harvesting of natural daylight increase and lighting costs, but they have
a proven positive effect on the
Daylight has worker productivity, lower absenteeism and improve students‘ ability to learn.
beneficial effects
on patients.
health and educational performance. Solarmotion
Studies on daylight’s Architectural Blinds connected to our intelligent sun
effect on patients tracking technology always provide the perfect amount
prove that hospitals
with daylight of daylight into the building’s interior while reducing
management systems heat and glare to make a comfortable environment for
improve the recovery
process of patients, the occupants throughout the day. They also provide the
reduces depression, occupants with views of the outside. To read more about
stress, and reduces
the amount of pain how daylight affects workers, students and patients, go
medication needed by to www.c-sgroup.com/solarmotion and click on studies.
patients. It also helps
minimize fatigue and
mistakes made by
healthcare workers.
The Perfect Solarmotion
Solution to Glare Architectural Blinds
reduce heat and glare
Heat and glare from and create a comfortable
unprotected windows can work environment.
make building occupants Comfortable occupants
uncomfortable and inefficient. are more productive.
*Berkeley Laboratories, ES-SO, UCSD and Canon Design
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6. C/S Solarmotion® Architectural Blinds Visit — www.c-sgroup.com/solarmotion
for comprehensive information about this product.
Cover panels are designed
to hide how the sunshades’
top rail is mounted to the
Intelligent controls track
Cutting-edge technology
building’s facade. They
can be integrated into
a building seamlessly the sun and adjust
drives our system. or stand alone as a
design feature.
Solarmotion Architectural
Blinds automatically.
Heavy-Duty Construction
All C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blind systems
feature rugged, high quality aluminum
components with environmentally friendly
powder coat finishes. Rigorously tested,
C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds offer years
C/S Solarmotion
of trouble-free operation and performance Architectural Blinds can be
in the harshest of climates. mounted on all curtain wall
and masonry structures
C/S Solarmotion Control Technology
High-Wind Resistant Option including retrofit buildings.
Architectural Blinds The sunshades’ lifting tape is Key to maximizing C/S
function normally Whether you are designing a high rise building made of a weatherproof and
under typical Solarmotion Architectural
or your project is subjected to high winds, C/S proven tear-resistant material
weather conditions. that is 1/4" wide. Blinds’ effectiveness at
Our wind stable offers a blind system capable of withstanding
system is designed reducing heat gain, glare and
winds up to 55 mph. When wind speeds
for buildings energy costs is its intelligent
experiencing high approach 55 mph, these blinds simply retract
control system that tracks the
winds (see at right into their protective cover panel.
or page 15). sun and operates the blinds in all weather
Automatic Controls conditions. This advanced technology was
C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds use pioneered by Warema. They
intelligent control systems that work flawlessly are the leading manufacturer in
to reduce a building’s heat and glare as well as Europe and have a track record
heating/air conditioning loads and light usage. of success for over 50 years. With
Building occupants are provided with the
their expertise in high-tech controls and our
perfect amount of natural daylight at all times
knowledge of the North American market, we
of the day.
can deliver maximum value to our customers.
Guidance Option 1 Guidance Option 2 Time Tested Motors
To integrate the shading system Guide rails ensure that the All C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds are
inconspicuously into the facade, blind will lift or lower operated by Warema’s maintenance-free,
a filigree cable with a 1/8" smoothly in all exterior
thickness runs from the head of conditions and allow them durable 120V motors. These motors provide
C/S Solarmotion offers the the shade through each blade to span up to 16' wide. exact blade positioning and have proven
industry’s widest selection of slat to a tension bracket that is
types for every building condition, themselves to be consistently
attached to the building facade.
including; rolled, flat, perforated, reliable in thousands of
blackout, and our new Genius
daylight guiding slat. See page 20 buildings throughout
for additional details. the world.
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7. C/S Solarmotion® On The Job
C/S Solarmotion Architectural
Blinds can create a dramatic
facade or virtually disappear.
Interior Daylight Blinds
Double Facade Architectural Blinds
Double Facade Architectural Blinds
Double Facade Architectural Blinds Exterior Architectural Blinds
Exterior Architectural Blinds
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8. C/S Solarmotion® Standard Exterior Blinds C/S Solarmotion® Wind Stable Blind System
The gold standard for The perfect choice for areas
reducing solar heat gain subject to high winds
• ignificantly reduces a building’s overall
S • olarmotion intelligent control system
S
energy costs up to 39% automatically retracts blades at 55 mph
• nstall on all types of buildings for improved
I • Excellent choice for high rise buildings
worker comfort and productivity with glare-
• nit features wide durable slat, additional cable
U
free views of the outside
tensioning and a heavy-duty end rail
• onnect Solarmotion’s intelligent control
C
• ompletely tested to withstand high winds.
C
systems to track the sun and weather
See video at www.c-sgroup.com/wind
throughout the year
Cover
Panel Cover
Panel
Guide
Rail Wall Wall
Bracket Bracket
Tilting
Tape Cable
Guidance
With Sound
C/S Solarmotion Architectural Attenuation Wind Stable Blinds are
Lifting
Tape Blinds reduce heat and glare, designed to retract when
yet allow occupants situated exposed to 55 mph sustained
Lifting Tape winds. Our Standard Exterior
near windows the benefit of
Guide glare-free outside views and Blind Systems are suitable
Rail Tilting Tape for winds up to 35 mph.
natural daylight.
Wind Stable
Rolled Slat Guide Rail
Shown
(Flat Slats
Available) .93mm Wind
Natural daylight Stable Slat Built to withstand
enhances the Mother Nature
workplace. Tension
Bottom Bracket Solarmotion’s high strength
Rail Studies prove that people that aluminum slats and components
work in a naturally lit, glare- will stand up to whatever heavy
free environment are happier, weather hits your building. Our
Sizes Available (single unit dimension): healthier and more productive. Sizes Available (single unit dimension): Wind Stable System, which
Several studies show a direct incorporates a weather sensor
Width: Height: Width: Height:
correlation between daylight and with real-time meteorological
Min. 2.0 (600mm) Max. 13.1 (4000mm) Min. 2.0 (600mm) Max. 9.8 (3000mm)
Max. 16.4 (5000mm) increased bottom line profitability. Max. 9.8 (3000mm) data, retracts and protect the
Slat Widths: Slat Widths: blinds when wind speeds hit
2 3/8 or 3 1/8 3 11/16 (93mm) 55 mph or if ice begins to form.
(60mm or 80mm)
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9. C/S Solarmotion® Exterior Daylight Guidance C/S Solarmotion® Interior Daylight Management Blinds
(including Double Motor Blinds) (including Light Control and Genius Slats)
Reduces interior glare at work Maximize daylight while
level, while directing light deep reducing glare where external
into the interior at the ceiling blinds cannot be used.
• nit features a blind with slats positioned
U • educes heat and glare better than fabric
R
at two different angles to allow light in shades and internal roller blinds
yet prevents glare on work surfaces
• rovides glare-free lighting of workplaces
P
• op portion of blind reflects natural daylight
T
• ighly reflective inverted blades direct daylight
H
onto ceiling and deep into the interior,
deep into the building’s interior
reducing the need for artificial light
• erforated slats optimize views of outside
P
Cover Cover
Panel Panel
Tilting
Tilting Tape
Tape
Guide Guide
Cable Cable
Daylight
Control The upper portion of this Used inside a building
Slats sunshade directs daylight or mid-pane, highly
onto the ceiling of the Mirrored reflective blades
Slat (shown)
building’s interior, while directed at the ceiling
the lower portion reduces Perforated drive daylight deep into
Lifting and Genius
Tape heat gain and glare. Slats Available the interior, yet reduce­­­­­
heat and glare.
Anti-Glare
Slats Lifting
Tape
Double Motor Blinds New Genius Blinds’ wide
provide total control slat design enhances
Tension of light entry. daylight harvesting.
Bracket Tension
C/S Solarmotion Daylight Guiding Bracket The Genius slat was designed to
Blinds that include our double maximize both sun control and
motor system allow occupants to daylight utilization. The wide slat
Sizes Available (single unit dimension): manage the specific amount of Sizes Available (single unit dimension): design with a highly reflective
light entering their workplace. The coating bounces diffused daylight
Width: Height: Width: Height:
double motor system positions onto the ceiling and deep into
Min. 3.0 (900mm) Max. 9.8 (3000mm) Min. 2.0 (600mm) Max. 9.8 (3000mm)
Max. 9.8 (3000mm) the slats independently in the top Max. 9.8 (3000mm) the interior while creating glare-
Slat Widths: and bottom sections of the unit. Slat Widths: free, energy efficient interiors.
2 3/8 or 3 1/8 2 3/8 or 3 1/8
(60mm or 80mm) (60mm or 80mm)
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10. C/S Solarmotion® Blackout Blinds C/S Solarmotion® Fit System
(Non-Retractable)
For applications requiring A non-retractable blind system
complete room darkening designed to provide shading
for any window shape
• pecial blade profile with sealing strip that
S
maximizes blade closure for room darkening
• riangular, round and trapezoid shaped windows
T
• chieves complete blackout for almost any
A can now incorporate Architectural Blinds
installation situation
• ses same intelligent control system as all
U
• educes heating and cooling costs
R other Solarmotion products to automatically
• ffers views of outside in open position
O adjust blade angle
• on-retractable blinds can be cut to
N
accommodate any shape or window condition
• rovides same performance as other Solarmotion
P
Cover Architectural Blinds
Panel
Guide
Rail Guide Rail
Wall Bracket
Bracket
Slat Holder
Lifting
Tape
Stainless Whatever the shape of your
Tilting Workspaces that require total Steel Clip window, C/S can supply a
Tape darkness at various times, but also Solarmotion Architectural
prefer to have a daylit interior at Blind that will fit perfectly.
Guide other times, can have both with The Fit System functions
Rail Stationary
Solarmotion Blackout Blinds. Rail similarly to all other
Solarmotion Architectural
Blackout
Slat Blinds, but they do not retract.
Slat
Sealing Slat
Strip
Blackout Blinds keep C/S Solarmotion is a leader
Bottom the light out when and pioneer in the field of
Rail it is unwanted. Tilting Shaft sunshading. In addition to
Solarmotion Architectural
Blackout slats are beaded on Blinds we also offer a
both sides to achieve perfect complete line of interior
Sizes Available (single unit dimension): slat closure. Improved room Sizes Available (single unit dimension): roller blinds to optimize
darkening can be achieved by daylight management. Call
Width: Height: finishing the slats in one of our Width: Height:
Min. 2.0 (600mm) Max. 14.1 (4300mm) Min. 2.0 (600mm) Max. Max. 16' – 4 7/8 ft 1-888-895-8955 for details.
Max. 14.8 (4500mm) dark finishes. Our new Metal 16' – 4 7/8 ft (5000mm) (5000mm)
Slat Widths: System also features room
2 7/8 or 3 11/16 darkening capabilities. Slat Widths:
(73mm or 93mm) Call 1-888-895-8955 for details. 2 3/8 or 3 1/8
(60mm or 80mm)
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11. C/S Solarmotion® Architectural Blinds Options Visit — www.c-sgroup.com/blinds — to see the entire line of Solarmotion Architectural Blinds.
Slats are key to the functioning of a specific Solarmotion Architectural Blind product. Available in a variety of sizes, call for details. C/S Solarmotion Intelligent Control Options
Whether you select a control style that’s part of a building management system or one that tracks both the weather and
the sun, or an individual control system, your building and occupants will benefit from enhanced interior conditions.
Building Management Solar Tracking
Control System Controller
Programmed by a PC, this This control system
system receives climatic tracks the sun and
Rolled Slat for Cable Guidance Rolled Slat for Guide Rail Flat Slat for Cable Guidance Flat Slat for Guide Rail and meteorlogical data positions the sunshade
from a weather station to to block direct glare
•B
eading increases slat stability •H
igh slat stability through •L
ow stack height •L
ow stack height
• Low wearing protective eyelets
beading and guide rail • Low wear and lower noise
• Protective eyelets optional
provide user comfort and while allowing natural
energy savings. daylight into the interior.
Climatronic Control System Occupant Operated
This system sets new standards Universal Remote
in energy conservation. It works Using radio technology,
with any of our sunshades, will one remote control
lower your energy consumption can control Solarmotion
Blackout/Wind Stable Slat Perforated Slat Genius Slat with Highly Reflective Mirror Slats shades individually
and will always assure that the
• High slat stability
•P
erforation possible on all slats Optimized Slat Geometry •M
irror finish offers high light interior of the building’s light or collectively.
• Sealing strip in the front bead • Outside views with closed slats
•F
or optimum room lighting guidance and reflection
offers blackout ability • Genius blinds open wide
distribution and temperature
will always be perfect.
Cover Panels work with any window architecture and are designed to protect the retracted the slat stack against wind and weather.
Finishes
All Solarmotion Architectural Blinds are finished in long-lasting quality architectural finishes.
Additional colors and custom colors available.
9010 Clear White 9016 Traffic White 9002 Grey White 1013 Oyster White
1015 Light Ivory 4800 Light Beige 7035 Light Grey 7038 Agate Grey
Cover Panel BL 06 Cover Panel BL 09 Cover Panel BL 07 Cover Panel BL 01
•U
-shaped cover panel, folded •R
ound-shaped cover panel •U
-shaped sloped cover panel •A
ngular cover panel, folded
7037 Dusty Grey 9006 White Aluminum 9007 Grey Aluminum 703 Anthracite Metallic
Guide Rails are mounted to the sides of Solarmotion. They keep the slats secure, and aligned for smooth operation.
8780 Light Bronze 7329 Bronze 8014 Sepia Brown 5018 Turquoise Blue
5009 Azure Blue 6005 Moss Green 1006 Maize Yellow 7016 Anthracite Grey
Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 7, Type 10, Wind Stable
Rectangular Rectangular Rectangular Round Rectangular Rectangular
•
Wall mount
• Mounts to
• Use between
• For self-supporting
• Use between
• Keeps slats
(standard) brackets two blinds units two blinds secure
3004 Purple Red 5014 Pigeon Blue 5002 Ultra Marine 8120 Terracotta
Due to limitations of the printing process, colors above may vary. When specifying, obtain color samples by calling factory.
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12. C/S Solarmotion® for Renovation
Adding Solarmotion to
your existing building is
5
AR
5
the easiest, most effective
YEAR YEAR
5
ACK PAY BACK to reduce energy costs.
way PAY BACK
C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds can be installed
easily on any building new or retrofit including curtain
wall construction. C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds
can be installed either recessed within the window
framing, surface mounted or between double window
Having analyzed
glazing systems. Shown below right are a few of the
the energy savings dozens of installation conditions that can be easily
in dozens of
buildings employing adapted to include C/S Solarmotion Architectural
C/S Solarmotion Blinds on your next project. For additional details
Architectural Blinds,
we have found that go to www.c-sgroup.com/solarmotion The energy required to cool the curtain This masonry building is a corporate
in most instances the wall building, shown at left, was headquarters. Solarmotion was added
ROI of a blind system much higher than expected, even with 10 years after the building opened.
is approximately Typical Annual Energy Savings fixed sunshades. The owner added The unobstructed afternoon sun
five years. Solarmotion Architectural Blinds caused unacceptable heat and glare.
and reduced the building’s energy Solarmotion greatly improved occupant
consumption by over 30% per year. comfort and provided energy savings.
200
100 Here’s How Optional
Round
It’s Done Top Rail
Top Rail
Shaped
Top Rail
Cover Panel
0 Cover
Cover
kWh/(m2a) Panel
Panel
Facades With Standard Facades Architectural Architectural
Exterior Blinds Without Blind Slats Blind Slats
Cover Panel Cover Panel
Exterior Blinds Mounting Clip
Bottom Cover Panel Mounting Clip
Rail Mounting Clip Bottom Rail Bottom Rail
Architectural Self Supporting
Blind Slats Self Supporting
C/S hired an engineering firm to model the energy and capital Guide Rail
Guide Rail
Bracket
cost savings that a building owner would achieve by using Bracket
Self Supporting Self Supporting
C/S Solarmotion Sun Shading Systems. The firm analyzed the Guide Cable Guide Rail Guide Rail
energy usage of a 10-story building (in five different cities) and Tension
Self Supporting Self Supporting
included standard double glazed low-E glass on all elevations. Bracket
Guide Rail Guide Rail
Bracket
The results showed savings with Solarmotion ranging from Cable Guide Self Support Bracket Self Supported
$80,000 to $173,000 per year. Mounted Curtain Wall Mounted
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13. C/S Solarmotion® Mounting Options Visit — www.c-sgroup.com/solarmotion or call (888) 895-8955 for comprehensive information about this product.
C/S Solarmotion Architectural Blinds can be mounted on all building types. Whether your building facade is masonry, C/S Solarmotion Dynamic Solar Facades
curtain wall or features metal panels, C/S can provide you with the perfect installation detail to meet your specific
The following six pages feature our monumental
design/glazing requirements. Shown below are several installation options that can be used to incorporate Solarmotion
operating sunshade system. C/S Solarmotion Dynamic
Architectural Blinds on your next project. For additional details, go to www.c-sgroup.com/solarmotion or call 1-888-895-8955.
Solar Facades become an integral design feature
Cover Panel Cover Panel Cover Panel
of any building, while offering owners substantial
Mounting Clip Mounting Clip
reductions in energy costs and SHGC values. Shown
Top Rail Top Rail Top Rail
below is a typical installation detail of the horizontally
Mounting Mounting Bracket
Bracket
mounted C/S Solarmotion Dynamic Solar Facade
Curtain Wall
Cover Curtain
Mullion system. The system can also be mounted in a vertical
Panel Wall
Mullion
orientation. For complete details call 1-888-895-8955
Architectural or go to www.c-sgroup.com/solarmotion.
Blind Slats
Cover Panel Architectural
Mounting Clip Architectural Cover Blind Slats
Blind Slats Panel Pages 26 - 31
Bottom Rail Bottom Bottom
Rail Rail
Glazing
Glazing
Glazing Curtain Wall Self Supporting
Mullion Guide Rail Curtain
Bracket Wall
Window Sill Window Sill Mullion
Glazing
Guide Rail Guide Cable
Guide Rail Self Supporting Self Supporting
Bracket Guide Rail Guide Rail
Tension Bracket Bracket
Rail Guided Curtain Wall Cable Guided Curtain Wall Self Supported Mounted
Mounting Clip
Top Rail Airfoil or
Top Rail Other Blade
Top Rail
Style (Vertical
Orientation
Available)
Cover
Panel
Architectural Solarmotion‘s
Blind Slats Building Architectural
Cover Panel Building Mullion
Facade Blind Slats
Mounting Clip Facade Conceals
Bottom Architectural Drive Arms
Rail Blind Slats Glazing and Motor
Bottom
Rail (Horizontal
Self Supporting Orientation
Guide Rail Bottom Guide Cable Available)
Bracket Rail
Wind Stable
Guide Rail
Window Sill Guide
Cable
Window Sill
Self Supporting
Guide Rail Self Supporting
Guide Rail Glazing
Bracket 3-Way Adjustable
Tension Stand-Off
Bracket Tension
Bracket
Self Support Curtain Wall Interior Unit Wind Stable Recessed Horizontal Mounting (shown)
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