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Frequently Asked Questions

Built in New Zealand, engineered for New Zealand. Our Motorised Louvred Roof is designed to perform in the country’s most demanding environments — from high-wind coastal sites to commercial rooftops — while meeting all relevant New Zealand Building Code requirements.
A louvred roof is ideal for uncovered outdoor areas, offering year-round usability. It’s an investment that can add lasting value to your property when done right.
Whether you need Building consent depends on a few factors, but the main factor to keep in mind is the area of the louvred roof. In most cases, if the louvred roof is under 30 square meters, we can do the job without building consent. There are variations to consider in some cases.
Our motorised louvred roofs are designed to withstand New Zealand’s unique conditions. Built with a NZ-made aluminium structure and finished with a powder coating backed by a 25-year warranty. Each roof is tailored for site-specific wind exposure, with 316-grade stainless steel fixings ensuring strength and corrosion resistance. For added protection, an optional rain sensor automatically closes the louvres when rain is detected, keeping your outdoor area safe and dry.
No, our motorised louvred roofs are designed to operate quietly and smoothly. We use LINAK® Linear Actuators from Denmark, the global leader in actuator technology. Specifically, the LA23 model, which is compact yet powerful, ensures reliable performance with minimal noise. It’s quiet enough to operate at night without disturbing your household or neighbours. Combined with precision engineering and quality installation, the movement of the louvres feels effortless and unobtrusive, letting you enjoy comfort and control at any time of day.
No, the orientation of our motorised louvres is customised to your site. This ensures the best balance of sunlight, shade, and airflow throughout the day, while still providing full rain protection when closed.
Every site is different and asks for a custom solution. We can help you design your own space and recommend the right sizes for your area, budget and needs.
No louvred roof on the market is 100% waterproof as they are designed for external use and application. Our louvred roofs retain a very high degree of weather tightness but are not designed to meet building enclosure requirements.
Yes. We work with Dulux Duratec, as this is a high grade powder coating colour, which suits the high quality materials and workmanship we offer. 40+ colours to choose from, available across four ranges: The Texture range, Solid Colour range, Pearlescent range and Intensity bright range.
Installation times depend on the size and job specific details, but most jobs are installed between 1-3 days.
In almost all cases, yes, we can fix to your building. Because all houses are not made equal, we will make a specific plan for your louvred roof and fixing detail to your house. The only building material that we will not fix to is brick, as that is too brittle for a structural fixing.
A wash in warm soapy water every six months goes a long way. In coastal environments, this is recommended every three months. We will give you maintenance procedure instructions once the louvre is installed, so you know what to do and when to do it.
Yes, our Motorised Louvred Roofs can be enhanced with additional features to suit your lifestyle. You can integrate LED lighting for evening use, outdoor heaters to keep the space warm during colder months, and a rain sensor that automatically closes the roof when it detects rain. These options are fully compatible with our system and can be tailored during installation, ensuring your outdoor area is functional and enjoyable all year round.
Yes, our electricians can connect the louvred roof to your already existing smart home system, or we can add upgrade your louvre system so that you can operate the louvre blades and LEDs from your phone using an app.
We offer a 25 year aluminium durability warranty with our Dulux Duratec powder coating, which is the first layer of defence. Below that, the aluminium has a 10 year warranty. Topping this off with a 2 year workmanship warranty and a 2 year warranty on our electrical components.
The very best way to get an accurate quote is to get us to visit your home or site. We can then see the area and measure up ourselves and discuss the details of the job with you. If this does not work, an email with accurate sizes and a few pictures from different angles will allow us to give you an accurate quote. The second option is always subject to a site visit.

Technical Specifications

Engineering & Compliance

  • Building Code: Complies with NZBC Clauses B1 (Structure) and B2 (Durability).
  • Design: Developed by a Chartered Structural Engineer in collaboration with McKechnie Aluminium Solutions Ltd.
  • Wind zones: Suitable for Extra High wind and coastal zones.
  • Standards: Aluminium and coatings meet relevant ISO standards for durability and safety.
  • Durability: Meets the 15-year requirement of NZBC Clause B2/VM1 for structure and fixings.

Materials & Construction

  • Aluminium: Grade 6060, T5 or T6 temper (or better), extruded by McKechnie Aluminium in New Plymouth.
  • Sustainability: Aluminium extrusions produced with a 90% lower carbon footprint than the global average.
  • Fixings: Stainless steel, grades 304 or 316, complying with NZS3604 and B2 (Durability).
  • Surface finish: Powder coating (Dulux or Interpon systems) or anodising. Wide colour range available.
  • Blade profile: Large 200mm wide louvre blade with a 74% opening ratio for optimal airflow and light control.
  • Bearings & bushes: UV-stabilised, weather-protected, easily replaced.

Performance & Features

  • Water management: Fully sealed when closed, with integrated guttering and dropper.
  • Automation: Premium Linak actuator (Denmark) with Teleco control (Italy). Optional rain sensor for auto-close.
  • Lighting: Dimmable LED strips inside the frame, remote controlled.
  • Customisation: Choice of colours, finishes, blade orientation, and integration with Ziptrak® blinds, heating, and more.

Size & Span Guidelines

  • Area without consent (Auckland): Up to 30sqm (e.g. 8m x 3.7m), subject to Chartered Engineer approval.
  • Widths: Standard blades span up to ~4m in HIGH wind zones; Mega blade option for greater spans.
  • Lengths: Virtually unlimited; roofs over 15m completed with engineered solutions.
  • Orientation: North-South or East-West, rotation customised for sun control.

Structural Support Options

  • Aluminium posts (standard or custom, powder-coated).
  • Existing or architect-designed posts.
  • Wall or soffit mounting (plan early for new builds).
  • Engineered frames by others.
  • Custom solutions for chimneys, gutters, and other protrusions.

Maintenance & Serviceability

  • Low maintenance: Occasional cleaning of blades, gutters, and motors.
  • Replaceable components: End caps, blades, and bushes can be economically replaced.
  • Fail-safe design: Drive end cap designed to be the replaceable “break point” in the event of jamming.
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