Mechoshade Systems - Electronic Control Systems

The AAC SolarTrac ™ WindowManagement™ Daylighting Manager System is designed to automatically adjust the position of the shades incrementally throughout the building to maximize view and daylighting while protecting people and work surfaces from direct sun when and where needed, using a PC-based program. SolarTrac's intelligent multi-level command accounts for “Clear”, “Cloudy” or “Bright-Overcast” sky conditions in accordance with established criteria for vertical, horizontal or sloping windows. In addition, it factors in the sun's angle of incidence, solar heat-gain (in BTUs or W/M 2 ), allowable solar penetration, plus brightness and glare control.

On a daily schedule, automatically positions the shade to meet varying sun angles.
Using 3 radiometers, it determines the momentary microclimatic conditions such as sunny, cloudy or bright overcast sky conditions.
Maximizes the amount of natural light and view thru the window by keeping the shade as high up as possible while not allowing the sun to penetrate beyond a user defined point within the space.
Incorporates user defined internal time delays, for intermittent clouds and sun/no sun sky conditions and cycles the shades on a programmed basis.
During nighttime winter conditions it lowers the shades to provide additional insulation if desired.
During nighttime summer conditions it raises the shades to assist in nighttime cooling.
Includes manual override capability by zone for executive offices, conference rooms and training facilities.
MechoShade Systems, Inc. can monitor, perform system diagnostics and make adjustments via modem anywhere in the world.

Integrates with building management systems. (Optional)

Optimizes use of natural light and views to the outside.