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Modern Atomics Expands Internationally With Its Inaugural AI-Based Window Shades Power Distribution Unit (Reaktor) By Way of ISE 2025

Reaktor is a recipient of several ISE 2025 Best New Technology / Product awards to be announced at the show.

The first-ever PDU designed solely for motorized shades, one Reaktor powers 3x the number of others, simplifying the installation process and reducing energy costs, thereby granting systems integrators a competitive edge in winning more window shade jobs.

Austin, TX – January 28, 2025 – Modern Atomics’ Reaktor™ is a revolutionary power distribution unit that forever changes how motorized shades are powered. Launched at CEDIA Expo 2024 with multiple awards and praise (www.modernatomics.com/press) — and making Residential Systems Magazine’s “Companies to Watch 2025” list — the company launches Reaktor internationally at ISE 2025 (Innovation Park, #CS844).

Reaktor is the first power distribution unit (PDU) designed solely for motorized window shades. Leveraging Modern Atomics’ patented artificial intelligence (AI) technology, Reaktor eliminates up to 99.75% of quiescent current* (wasted energy consumption), saving as much as 412 Kilowatt-hours yearly. A built-in Ammeter depicts the amount of current being saved for all shades in real-time.

 

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Reaktor simplifies installation for the systems integrator. It operates on 24-48 DC Volt power (vs AC) thereby eliminating the need for a licensed electrician or conduit. Powering takes place via a passive POE injector or a Somfy 24V inline BUS power supply. Reaktor connects to shade motors via CAT 5 cable and RJ45 and one Reaktor can power up to 22-shades where other’s max at 8. Further befitting green, Reaktor can be powered by a Modern Atomics Solar Panel kit or compatible Tesla Solar Roof & panels.

Reaktor’s modest 44.5 h x 216 w x 254 d (mm) footprint saves as much as 60% of rack space or 80% of wall space. Add to these many conveniences Modern Atomics’ easy-to-configure automated user-interface programming, and Reaktor reduces overall deployment time by more than 50%!

Reaktor is compatible with Somfy motors, the most-used brand in indoor and outdoor shades. This includes Screen Innovations, Draper, BTX, Corradi, Sol-Lux, Spring Blinds, Clara, Alta, Universal Window Coverings, Peachtree, Graber, and SunSetter.

Reaktor works with all major control systems including Control4, Crestron Home, Crestron SIMPL, Elan, URC, RTI, Bond Bridge Pro, and more. Complete specs here: https://modernatomics.com/reaktor

Reaktor is the brainchild of Modern Atomics co-founders Paul Bryson (CTO), Timothy Marshall (CFO), and Michael Braithwaite (Chairperson). All three are well-known for their previous roles in launching NetStreams, and holding key posts at AMX, ClearOne, Crestron and Screen Innovations.

Today’s PDU’s sold for shades are generic power supplies that fall short in so many ways. Our high-tech CEDIA and Commercial channel pros and their clientele deserve so much better. Invented, designed, and built from the ground-up by Modern Atomics, Reaktor gives integrators a significant competitive advantage in winning more job bids,” says Bryson.

Included with Reaktor are rack/shelf mounting provisions, a passive POE injector and a transferable 10-year warranty. Shipping now, MSRP is set at $1,499 (US). According to Braithwaite, this translates to just $68 (US) per motor port, one-half the cost of today’s PDUs.

Experience Modern Atomics at ISE 2025
ISE 2025 represents both Modern Atomics’ first ISE exhibit and expansion into the EMEA regions and beyond. CFO Timothy Marshall and COO Judy Salazar will be representing the company at stand #CS844 (Innovation Park). Recently promoted from VP, Ms. Salazar will also be participating in the SAVe AV certification program taking place at ISE 2025. (SAVe AV is the official sustainability partner for ISE.)

The reason Modern Atomics has joined forces and volunteered with SAVe AV is that we know the importance of sustainability and we believe in the efforts being made. All the Modern Atomics products have been developed from the ground-up with sustainability in mind. Our missions align,” says Salazar.

Interested EMEA and Asian Pacific distribution partners may apply at: www.modernatomics.com/EMEA

*Quiescent current is current that flows in a system in standby mode with a light or no load.

Media Inquiries, Muto Communications
Paul Muto, paul@mutocomm.com, +1.516.662.5374
Richard Frank, Richard@mutocomm.com, +1.949.637.0700

About Modern Atomics
Founded in 2024 and headquartered in Austin, TX and with offices in Singapore, Modern Atomics’ mission is to bring innovative technology to the CEDIA and ProAV channels that provide higher value, lower deployment costs, reduce the carbon footprint of every project, and delight customers with experiences not possible from any other product or company at any price. Modern Atomics holds several patents in Ai-based power, control, and distributed a/v products. The company’s first product, Reaktor, utilizes patented technology developed by Modern Atomics. For more information visit www.modernatomics.com

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