For double-glazed office partitions with integrated blinds, Egood offers two operating options: a manual magnetic knob and a motorized system controlled by remote.
The right choice depends on how often the blinds will be adjusted, who will operate them, and what needs to be coordinated before installation.
If you are still deciding on the glazing configuration, read our Single vs Double Glazed Office Partitions guide first.
How Do Magnetic and Motorized Blinds Compare?
Both systems allow users to adjust the blinds within the double-glazed partition cavity. The main differences are how they are operated and what the project team needs to prepare.
| Consideration | Magnetic Knob Blinds | Motorized Blinds |
|---|---|---|
| Control method | Manual magnetic knob | Remote control |
| Typical application | Private offices and rooms with occasional adjustments | Meeting rooms or spaces requiring convenient adjustments |
| Electrical coordination | No motor power supply required | Power supply and wiring arrangements must be confirmed |
| Design coordination | Knob position and accessibility | Power routing and control arrangement |
| Maintenance considerations | Magnetic control mechanism | Motor and electrical components |
A motorized system is not necessarily the better option for every office. Where blinds are adjusted only occasionally, manual magnetic control may be the more straightforward solution.
When Is a Magnetic Knob the Better Choice?
Magnetic control is worth considering for private offices, individual workspaces, and meeting rooms where privacy settings rarely change.
Users operate the blinds using a magnetic knob positioned on the partition.
Before confirming the design, check whether the knob will be easy to reach after furniture is installed. Its location should not interfere with doors, cabinets, or other fittings.
For projects with many individual offices, manual operation can also reduce the need to coordinate electrical connections for each blind section.
When Should You Consider Remote-Controlled Blinds?
Motorized blinds may be more convenient where users frequently change privacy settings.
For example, a meeting room may need open blinds during normal working hours and closed blinds during confidential discussions.
Remote operation allows users to make these adjustments without going to each control knob.
However, the operating arrangement should be confirmed before ordering. If several blind sections are involved, ask whether they will be controlled individually or together. Do not assume that all sections can operate as one group without checking the selected control system.
Egood’s EGG-90 Framed Glass Partition is one of the relevant systems to review when planning an integrated-blind configuration.
What Needs to Be Prepared for Motorized Blinds?
Motorized blinds require electrical coordination during the design stage.
The partition supplier, designer, and electrical contractor should confirm:
Where the power supply will be located
How cables will enter or pass through the partition
Which blind sections require motorized operation
How the remote-control arrangement will work
How electrical components can be accessed if servicing is required
These details should be resolved before production drawings are approved.
For manual blinds, the main coordination points are the control-knob location and the compatibility of the blind mechanism with the proposed glass partition configuration.
How Are Integrated Blinds Accessed for Maintenance?
Egood’s integrated blinds are positioned between two separate glass panels, rather than being permanently sealed inside an insulating glass unit.
This distinction matters when considering future maintenance.
A removable glass construction can provide access to the cavity, but the actual servicing procedure depends on the selected partition system and blind components.
Before ordering, confirm how the blinds can be accessed and whether individual components can be replaced.
For motorized systems, the location of electrical connections and access to the motor should also be reviewed.
What Should Be Confirmed Before Ordering?
Before finalizing your partition quotation, provide the supplier with the room layout, partition dimensions, number of blind sections, and preferred operating method.
For motorized blinds, electrical provisions and control requirements should be identified early. For manual blinds, confirm that the magnetic knobs will remain accessible in the finished room.
It is also important to confirm which partition configuration supports the proposed blind system. Our Framed Glass Partition Systems page provides an overview of relevant system options.
Discuss Your Integrated Blind Requirements with Egood
If your office project requires double-glazed partitions with integrated blinds, send Egood your layout drawings, dimensions, and preferred control method.
We can review the proposed configuration and help you identify the details that need to be confirmed before production.