Cresskill, NJ — March 31, 2026 — Leading smart technology company Bond announced today that fabric manufacturer Twitchell’s new Tri-Power tubular shade motors work with Bond. Tri-Power is Twitchell’s first motor offering, designed for interior and exterior shade customers and with Bond compatibility as an essential element. Both companies will exhibit at the 2026 International Window Coverings Expo (Bond booth #809, Twitchell booth #317).
The Bond platform has become the preferred way to control motorized shades, drapery, screens, awnings, ceiling fans, and more. It has earned this leadership position for its extreme flexibility (collaborating with many brands and integration with home automation systems), simple setup, exceptional range, and reasonable pricing.
The Bond Bridge RF-to-WiFi device gateways, Sidekick for Shades (Gen 4) on-wall keypad, and Mate Pro outdoor remote all bring specialized smart control to the Tri-Power motors. These motors can be found in the Bond Home App, making for easy setup, pairing, and if needed, direct tech support from Bond.
The Bond Bridge ($129 MSRP) brings app-based smartphone control and integration with popular virtual assistance platforms like Google Home and Amazon Alexa. The Bridge can connect to thirty window shade and ceiling fan motors and has a range of 2,500 sq. ft.
The Bond Bridge Pro ($379 MSRP) is optimized for home automation systems like Apple, Crestron, Control4, URC, etc. It can connect to fifty motors and has a range of 3,500 sq. ft. For larger jobs multiple Bond Bridge Pros can be used.
The Sidekick for Shades ($99 MSRP) battery-powered, on-wall keypad delivers direct 1- or 5- channel control to an unlimited number of motors.
The remote can also be removed from its flush-mount Decora™ wall plate, used as hand-held.
Bond’s Mate Pro ($289 MSRP) 15-channel hand-held universal remote control brings smart manual and automated control to an unlimited number of motors. Wet-rated, the remote control can be left outdoors without worry.
At present, operating the Sidekick for Shades and Mate Pro direct RF (radio frequency) remote controls with the Tri-Power motors require the use of the Bond Bridge Pro. According to Bond CEO Zohar Shinar, as the products mature this will no longer be the case.
In these integrations with the Bond Bridge Pro, both the Sidekick and Mate Pro introduce enhanced functionality. This includes the Bond Home App’s ability to show the status of each shade motor’s operation (i.e., opening, closing) and the ability to trigger multiple shades at once – ideal for setting scenes based on mood, event, day or night, and more.
Twitchell is an innovative domestic textile manufacturer specialized in weaving interior and exterior fabrics for residential, commercial, marine, and hurricane markets. Complementing their versatile fabric portfolio, Twitchell is expanding their vision with their introduction of the Tri-Power motors to the industry.
“The Tri-Power motors were designed with streamlined power management and control in mind,” says Twitchell Marketing Specialist Emilia Smith adding, “With this partnership Twitchell and Bond are advancing shade control setup and use experiences.”
For interior applications, the Tri-Power motors make use of Smart Power™ technology. This allows for the motors to be used as rechargeable battery motors, or in a hardwired installation where they can power up to forty motors on up to 1,000 feet of daisy-chained wiring, all from a single 65W power supply.
“We are pleased to welcome Twitchell into the Bond family. Together, our technologies bring smart new integration opportunities to shade specialists in the residential, commercial, marine, and performance sectors, elevating their client’s use experiences,” says Shinar.
“Twitchell is committed to pushing the boundaries of motorized shade technology as part of our broader strategy to deliver integrated, value-added solutions to our customers. Our innovative Smart Power technology, combined with our partnership with Bond, brings a new level of convenience and efficiency to shade motors while reducing cost and simplifying the overall process,” says Twitchell CEO Abhi Agrawal.
The Bond products are available for purchase at www.bondhome.io.
About Bond
Bond is from Olibra LLC, a privately-owned NJ tech company established in 2016 with a focus of making motorized window coverings, ceiling fans, and gas fireplaces simpler and more delightful to use. The Bond Bridge RF-to-WiFi platform was launched in 2018 with the Bond Bridge. This brought intuitive smartphone control to these appliances. In 2021 came the Bond Bridge Pro for CEDIA installers, bringing expanded capabilities and integration with leading home automation and virtual assistance platforms, with 2023 bringing the Sidekick for Shades battery-powered wireless wall-mount keypad.
In 2024 Bond began bringing the simplicity and lifestyle that it brought to indoor living now to outdoor living. Innovative solutions included the industry-first Breeze Pro infrasonic wind/rain/sunlight sensor, Firefly One Outdoor LED Lighting Dimmer Controller, and partnerships with pergola and awning brands.
In 2025, Bond brought to market its Mate Pro hand-held universal smart remote-control for pergolas, awnings, shutters, shades, and screens. Now in 2026, Bond further expands its outdoor lighting control capabilities with the launch of Firefly Aura and Pixel RGBWC LED strip smart controllers. Complete list of compatible motor, automation, and virtual assistance brands here: https://bondhome.io/supported-motorization-brands/ www.bondhome.io
For all Bond Media inquiries contact Muto Communications:
Paul Muto: [email protected], 516.662.5374
Richard Frank: [email protected], 949.637.0700
About Twitchell Technical Products
Founded in 1922, Twitchell Technical Products has built a reputation as a pioneer in textile innovation, delivering high-quality solutions across multiple industries, including marine, outdoor, performance fabrics. With a century of experience, the company remains dedicated to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. For more information about Twitchell fabrics and Tri-Power motors, visit our website here: https://twitchellcorp.com
