Alpha awnings · Common componentry Four awnings, one hardware system.
Alpha awning series
From common componentry to quick installs, the Alpha series is a contemporary hardware system for the Australian market: open roller, open headbox or fully enclosed headbox, spans up to 5 m, and operation from basic crank to fully motorised, including the Alpha Light Lift option with SRS.
Straight Drop & Convertible Straight Drop. Spring-operated: pulls down and ties off to hold-downs (straps and luggage D's, spring clips and saddles, or double-ended dog clips and saddles).
Specification — Straight Drop & Convertible Straight Drop
Source: supplier documentation- Bottom rail end caps
- Neat, clean finish for a premium look
- Hold-down straps
- Hold the awning at various points across the bottom rail
- Locking bolts
- Secure the ends of the bottom rail into a reveal or under a breeching staple
Cable Guide. A contemporary straight drop for sun and UV protection and airflow where channels aren't suitable. High-tensile 2.5 mm 316 marine stainless cables, ideal for coastal sites.
Specification — Cable Guide
Source: supplier documentation- Bottom rail end caps
- Float in and out of the rail so the awning runs smoothly without pressure on the cable
- Locking bolts
- Insert into the universal floor and wall bracket to keep fabric taut
- Extension plate / front roll
- Eases ceiling and reveal-fit installs
Side Retention System (SRS). Premium straight drop for sun, insects, wind, balcony enclosure, privacy and heat control. A floating channel inside a two-piece side channel tensions the fabric, eliminating blow-outs and light gaps.
Specification — Side Retention System (SRS)
Source: supplier documentation- Side channel
- Locks together with no visible screws or rivets; front channel removable for access
- Floating insert
- Tolerates measurement variance or shrinkage, and moves with the wind to protect welds
- Tube reducers
- Minimise fabric build-up for symmetrical rolling
- Locking bolts
- Channel end cap lifts the floating channel 15 mm for the bolt
Alpha Pivot Arm. Projects fabric from the window in an arc so air flows behind and windows can still open.
Specification — Alpha Pivot Arm
Source: supplier documentation- Open headbox
- Required for the fabric angle; same curve as the closed headbox
- Front rail
- Matches the straight drop bottom rail curve
- Sliding arm set
- Optional: move the pivot point up or down the sliding rails
Find each Alpha awning in its category. Straight Drop · Cable Guide (Wire Guide) · Side Retention · Pivot Arm
Across the Alpha series
- Operation
- Crank to motor; Light Lift; spring (Automatic Straight Drop)
- Hoods
- Alpha hood, open or closed
- Bottom rails
- Alpha (silver pearl)
- Hold-downs
- Dog clips; chain adapters & saddles; bungee loops & hooks; straps & breeching staples
- Fabrics
- Mesh; acrylic; canvas; PVC
- Component colours
- Silver pearl standard. See KC Shade component colour chart. Powder coating on request.
- Hardware & construction
- Alpha Straight Drop, Cable Guide, SRS and Pivot Arm; 2.5 mm 316 stainless cable
- Sizes
- Max width 5 m
Frequently asked questions
What awnings are in the Alpha series?
Straight Drop and Convertible Straight Drop, Cable Guide, Side Retention System (SRS) and Pivot Arm, all on common componentry.
How wide can Alpha awnings be made?
Up to 5 m wide.
What does the Side Retention System do?
A floating channel inside a two-piece side channel tensions the fabric, eliminating blow-outs and light gaps. It suits insects, wind, balcony enclosure, privacy and heat control.
How are Alpha awnings operated?
From basic crank to fully motorised, plus spring operation and the Alpha Light Lift option with SRS.
What fabrics are available?
Mesh, acrylic, canvas and PVC. Silver pearl components are standard, with powder coating on request.
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