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Somfy unveiled its comprehensive new smart shading solution to a customers, including Somfy Expert Partners, at a series of exclusive product launch events held in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. At these invitation-only events, guests were treated to demonstrations of Somfy’s new professional tools, the TaHoma pro app and Serv-e-Go, and experienced the bi-directional feedback of the new Zigbee 3.0 motors. Another highlight of the evening were the special presentations from the Somfy Oceania team, including Managing Director Stephen Eggleton and Product Marketing Executive Nicki Beggs, along with guest speaker Paul Detering from SUPA, who shared insights on home automation trends for integration and Zigbee.
“We’re thrilled to have showcased the new Zigbee 3.0 technology-enabled bi-directional motor range, controls, accessories and dedicated services tailored to support professionals from manufacturing to installation and after-sales support. This offering is designed to provide a seamless and hassle-free experience for right through to the end user” states Somfy Oceania Product Marketing Executive, Nicki Beggs.
“The event highlights Somfy’s continued strength in the category, no longer just a product innovator and supplier; Somfy is dedicated to working alongside its customers and users every step of the way.”
Kim Henretty, Marketing Manager for Somfy Oceania, states, “With Somfy Smart Shading, we’re inviting customers to take a massive leap forward comfortably. The upcoming launch considers comfort and ease for everyone, from manufacturers, installers, and end users in their home, now and in the future, with comfort and convenience key.”
As Product Marketing Executive Nicki Beggs explained on the evening, “Comfort is ease on the production floor, building automated window treatments. Comfort is the confidence that every installation will be right the first time. Comfort is peace of mind that your smart shades will work seamlessly. With Somfy Smart Shading now on Zigbee 3.0, comfort is the name of the game – from manufacturing to installation to users.”
The importance of the new Zigbee 3.0 technology protocol was echoed by guest speaker Paul Detering, General Manager of Smart Buildings from Smart Urban Properties Australia (SUPA).
“With Zigbee, two devices, even if they’re from different manufacturers, speak a common language, so there’s no barrier to communication,” Detering said. The Somfy offering will work seamlessly with major brands in the smart home space, including Apple HomeKit, which guests received with excitement.”
