Danish skylight manufacturer Velux has expanded production of accessories for remote window control in Ukraine at its partner plant Jabil in Uzhhorod, the company’s press service reports.
From now on, three innovative products from the company’s international portfolio are being produced in Ukraine, designed for the integrated management of electric roof windows, curtains and shutters in a residential building. As reported, in 2023, Jabil’s production facilities launched exclusive production of the Velux Touch remote control. This year, mass production of the KMG 100 K electric motor and the KUX 110 power management system was launched, both of which are designed to automate Velux roof windows with manual control.
“Remotely controlled roof windows are becoming increasingly popular in Ukraine. As a result, the demand for accessories for upgrading manually operated windows to electrically operated ones has increased significantly. Such devices provide comprehensive control over all skylights, curtains and shutters in the house, and greatly simplify their operation,” commented Yuriy Tkachenko, CEO of VELUX Ukraine.
In particular, such equipment allows, for example, to set up ventilation programs on a schedule or activate automatic window closing thanks to a rain sensor.
By 2023, Velux products were manufactured in 11 countries. Last year, Ukraine became the 12th country where the Danish company established mass production of products for its international portfolio.
“The Velux Touch product manufactured in Ukraine meets the highest standards of quality and reliability, is sold in more than 60 countries and is very popular in the markets of Europe and Asia. Therefore, Velux Group management decided to launch the production of two more innovative devices for automated control of skylights in Ukraine, so that even more customers who use our products could see the Made in Ukraine mark on them as evidence of guaranteed quality and further development of our country’s economy,” said Tkachenko.
He said that this year, the line of GLL/GLU windows with remote opening capability, which are equipped with electrical equipment made in Ukraine, is very popular in the world. “Needless to say, such an enterprise is important for the country right now, in terms of employment, tax revenues and economic development,” Tkachenko added.
In the face of the full-scale invasion, Velux Group not only remains on the Ukrainian market, but also actively participates in Ukraine’s recovery programs. One of the priorities of Velux Group is to develop environmental solutions that can transform the construction industry and help create modern living spaces – affordable and healthy homes with a low carbon footprint.
Velux also supports the Children’s Living Places eco-housing project for children from foster families, initiated by SOS Children’s Villages Denmark, which involves the construction of three clusters of buildings in three communities.
“The Velux team is ready to join other projects to restore Ukraine’s housing stock and offer turnkey solutions that meet new concepts for creating modern housing,” said Tkachenko.
According to Opendatabot, Velux Ukraine LLC was established in 2001. Its founder is Velux A/S (Denmark).
Velux Group is a manufacturer of roof windows and sun protection accessories with offices in 40 countries and production facilities in 12 countries. Velux representative office in Ukraine was opened in 2001 and production started in 2023. The company’s products are sold in 70 countries.
