Drop arm awnings are external Window awnings that lower the fabric vertically and project it forwards using lateral arms. This can reduce direct sunlight and glare while retaining a view outside, depending on the projection angle, fabric and installation. WAREMA systems are available in open, cassette and shaft-integrated designs for selected configurations.
With drop arm awnings, the end rail moves outwards as the fabric lowers. This creates a sloping textile surface in front of the window. The balance between shading, daylight and outward view depends on the arm angle, fabric and installation.
- Projecting fabric position instead of purely vertical guidance
- Manual or motorised operation, depending on the model
- Open, cassette and shaft-integrated designs for selected applications
WAREMA made-to-measure drop arm awnings project the fabric forwards as it lowers. Selected designs are available with a folded cover panel, an extruded cassette or without a box for installation in a suitable shaft. Drive options, dimensions, projection angles and accessories depend on the product and country. Availability varies by country.
- maximum order width 4000 mm
- maximum order height 1600 mm
- Drop arm
- Folded cover panel
- Cover panel fixing via bracket
- maximum order width 4000 mm
- maximum order height 1600 mm
- Maximum order area 6.4 m²
- Drop arm
- Extruded box
- Box fastening via bracket
- maximum order width 4000 mm
- maximum order height 1600 mm
- Maximum order area 6.4 m²
- Drop arm
- Without box
- Optional clamping supports
WAREMA drop arm awnings use lateral arms to project the end rail and tension the fabric as it lowers. Available construction types depend on the product. A cassette drop arm awning encloses the retracted fabric and shaft in a box. An open drop arm awning has no surrounding cassette and may be installed in a protected reveal or a suitable existing lintel box. Dimensions, projection angle, drive, fabric and fixing are selected for the window and site conditions. Product-specific operating and wind limits apply.
This renovation in Neuss uses eight matt black WAREMA drop arm awnings with a motorised control system. The projected fabric shades the south-west-facing windows while retaining a view outside. The reference illustrates how the awnings can be coordinated with an existing brick façade; performance and configuration are project-specific.
View product examples at a Sunlight Experience Centres or contact a WAREMA specialist retailer. The retailer can assess the window dimensions, façade construction, fixing points, fabric, guide system, controls and installation requirements before preparing a quotation.