Opening Gearing Types

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Overview

Our opening vents have been designed to be operated by a wide variety of manual, remote controlled and electrical gearing. They can be used for day to day ventilation and in conjunction with a BMS (Building Management System). Our range includes electric window openers, electric vent openers, manual gearing options and remote control Teleflex gearing for all project types.

Our systems integrate with modern ventilation setups, enabling natural ventilation and smart climate control. Whether you’re looking for electric actuators, manual window openers or remote control gear, our solutions suit both domestic and commercial environments.

These systems use electric actuators and vent openers for efficient airflow control. Ideal for spaces requiring low-maintenance and automated responses – such as schools, offices and residential buildings.

Electric Gearing

Electrically controlled systems for operating our opening vents have become the most popular choice in recent times. Their reliability and cost-effectiveness make them the top selection for the majority of our projects. Many systems use linear actuators or chain actuators, providing smooth open and close control for a wide range of electric window installations.

Click below to learn more about our electric opening systems. These electric vent openers and electric window actuators allow users to open and close vents automatically or via a BMS.

Single push point actuator
electric window openers

Manual Gearing

For the most economical solution, consider controlling our opening vents with a manual gear. Ideal for situations where the operator can physically open the vents by hand, using a detachable mechanical pole or an endless cord.

Our manual systems operate simply and reliably, similar to a basic mechanical transmission – simple, reliable and effective. Using elements like screw jacks and winding poles, the system disengages effortlessly – just like when taking your foot off the clutch. This manual gearing remains popular for heritage buildings and smaller projects where electric window openers are not required. It’s ideal for simple ventilation strategies.

Click below to learn more about our manual opening systems.

winding pole manual gearing for opening vents
screw jack
manual gear arrangement

Remote Control Teleflex Gearing

Controlling high-level ventilation in buildings is crucial, especially where out-of-reach ventilators are used. Our Teleflex opening systems offer a simple, economical, and unobtrusive solution. These systems are extensively used in schools, hospitals, disabled housing, factories and various commercial buildings.

Teleflex gear systems offer simple, discreet and ergonomic natural ventilation control. With a clutch pedal-style engagement, they offer both precision and ease of use, even in high-level installations. These Teleflex window systems allow operators to open and close vents efficiently, especially in large halls, atriums or greenhouse-style structures.

Click below to learn more about our Teleflex opening systems.

Fire & Smoke Control Systems

Based on our experience with specialist smoke and ventilation sub-contractors, we have outlined below important points regarding fire and smoke controlled systems.

Fire and smoke control systems require a far greater input from the specifier or client compared with the normal ventilation products that we offer.

These are not standard vent openers – they are part of specialist ventilation systems designed for code compliance and safety. For fire-rated performance, integration with smoke control panels and electric actuators is essential. Click below to learn more

Smoke control panel fire safety
Shenley Brook School, Milton Keynes - electric window openers
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