If you work in the supply or installation business, what you are about to read has probably already happened to you.
“I hadn’t planned on space for roller shutters… can I still install something that provides good darkening without having to break down walls?”
What often happens is that the customer is convinced that, since he has not planned space for the rolling shutters , he must give up on the blackout blinds.
In reality, this is not the case.
At SIPAR we have thought of roller blinds with an external aluminum box , which can be installed even where the space has not been prepared — without masonry work, without invasive interventions, and with a clean and functional result.
In this article we give you a practical overview for:
- understand what customers are looking for when they ask for shutters, but have not prepared anything
- learn about SIPAR solutions with external box
- distinguish between the different maneuvering modes , to propose the most suitable one
- and offer a valid alternative, installable anywhere, without technical complications
So if the customer wants effective blackout, you can offer it. Even where it seemed impossible.
Rolling shutters with external box: how the system works
When the customer arrives without the provision for roller shutters, the temptation is to close the door and tell him that “it’s too late now”.
But that’s where you can make a difference — by offering a solution that fits the existing context , without turning your home into a construction site.
Installation without masonry works
The system is designed not to enter inside the wall , but to rest externally on the frame .
The aluminium box is mounted above the window compartment, on the outside , together with the guides.
Result: no cracks, no traces, no invasive work. You work on the outside, you protect the inside, you deliver a finished solution quickly.
Two control modes (both without complications)
Depending on the needs — and budget — the customer can choose between two solutions:
- Handle control
The simplest, cleanest and most immediate. No need to run any cables. No predisposition. The rod connects directly to the roller shutter and allows manual operation.
Ideal for those who want an effective solution, but do not want to touch anything of the existing structure .
- Motorization with radio control
More comfort, zero complications. Here too, no masonry work is needed : just run a single electrical cable, on one side of the window .
Once the motor is connected, the entire system is controlled with a radio remote control.
The advantages of rolling shutters for windows with external box
When it comes to roller shutters with external box , the real strengths are not just technical: they are experiential .
The customer wants to understand what changes in his daily life .
- Clean installation, without masonry work
As already mentioned, the main advantage is that the external box system does not require any structural intervention.
It is installed directly on the external wall , above the window compartment, with lateral guides applied to the facade. It is a perfect solution in contexts where there is no space for the internal roller shutter , or where it is not possible to intervene with invasive modifications.
The result is stable and suitable for different architectural situations.
- Maximum flexibility in maneuvering modes
The system is compatible with both manual handle controls (which do not require passages or wall cuts) and with radio-controlled motors , which only require a power point on one of the two sides of the window.
This allows for quick, clean installation, also suitable for situations where electrical arrangements are minimal.
- Good thermal and acoustic insulation performance
Depending on the model installed and the type of profile used, the roller shutters contributes to the energy efficiency of the building envelope, improving internal comfort and reducing heat loss.
Furthermore, the presence of the shutter significantly reduces the impact of external noise , an advantage appreciated especially in urban or traffic-intensive contexts.
- Sun protection and longer life of interiors
The use of rolling shutters allows you to effectively manage direct solar radiation , protecting furnishings, floors and glass from UV radiation.
In south-facing environments or with large windows, this translates into longer-lasting interior finishes and better temperature control during the summer months.
- Neat aesthetic appearance, also suitable for existing buildings
The external aluminum boxes are available in different sizes and finishes, and can be coordinated with the color of the window frames or the building , obtaining a consistent visual impact.
This makes the system also suitable for existing buildings or those subject to architectural constraints, where it is not possible to modify the internal wall system.
SIPAR Solutions: rolling shutters
When the request is “I want to darken, but I don’t want to break anything” you need a solution that works, that installs well, and that gives satisfaction to those who use it.
With our rolling shutters with external aluminum boxes, you have exactly this:
a solid, flexible, customizable product that you can propose even in the most complex cases without raising your hands.
It is a proposal that solves a concrete problem, without requiring further complications.
If you often find yourself faced with cases where there is no space for a roller shutter but the need for darkening is real, this solution can make your job easier .
Let’s talk about it: we can help you evaluate the most suitable models, the possible configurations and how to integrate rolling shutters with external box into your offer , in a simple and immediately operational way.
Contact us for a technical comparison, without obligation.
