Drive technology
Drive systems for pool cover
Powerful drive systems for pool covers
Under the MecaTec brand, we construct drive systems for many different applications. For more than ten years, we have been placing an especially large focus on drives for pool and swimming pool covers. In the last few years, we have become the leading manufacturer of high-quality drive systems in this segment.
Our tubular and shaft drives are made only of high-quality stainless steel and comply with the DIN EN 60529 standard, which is important for the swimming pool sector, and meet protection class IP68. We supply our DC motors (tubular motors as well as shaft drives) to all well-known manufacturers of pool covers.
Our drive systems
Full power for your pool covers
Under the brand MecaTec, BINDER offers three different types of drive system for your pool cover.
All systems are of a durable metal construction.
Underwater drive systems
Compact, watertight and adaptable
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These systems are nitrogen-filled and thus absolutely watertight. Since they take up little space, they can be installed inconspicuously together with the winding shaft and slats in a roller shutter shaft below the waterline.
Underwater drives from BINDER are made of high-quality stainless steel and are available with a maximum torque of 150 to 1000 Nm. They also fulfil the criteria of the IP68 protection class, which is important for the swimming pool sector.
MTI drive system features:
- Highly efficient
- Variable flange diameter
- 24 V DC motor
- Magnetic encoder on motor shaft
- Very quiet operation
- Simple to stop at precisely the right point
- No unwanted movement once motor has stopped
- Underwater drive system can be installed at depths of up to 3 metres
- Two sealing rings on the drive shaft
- Simple operation with the MecaTec control system
- Stainless steel housing (1.4571 or 1.4404 in accordance with DIN EN10088-2 group 2)
- Stainless steel drive shaft (1.4571 or 1.4404 in accordance with DIN EN10088-2 group 2)
- Patented water stop
MTX drive system features:
- Highly efficient
- Variable flange diameter
- 24 V DC motor
- Magnetic encoder on motor shaft
- Slim construction
- Very quiet operation
- Precise control of stopping point
- No unwanted movement once motor has stopped
- Simple operation with the MecaTec control system
- Corrosion-free
- IP Code IP65
- Patented water stop
Above-waterline drive systems
Robust and powerful
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Our drive systems for mounting above the waterline are manufactured in two versions with maximum torques of 120 and 150 Nm respectively. They have a galvanised steel construction and meet the criteria of IP Code IP65.
Shaft motors
Completely watertight even when sumberged
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Normal block motors cannot be used in water-filled shafts. Our shaft motors can: As with our underwater drive systems, they are nitrogen-filled and are thus completely watertight. Hence, they stay operational during a temporary flooding. Our shaft motors run under water for 35 minutes at most (pressure of 0.5bar). The compact cast-iron gearbox is coated with a protective layer of waterproof paint. Our shaft motors meet the criteria of IP Code IP67.
MTSI drive system features:
- Highly efficient
- Precise control of stopping point
- No unwanted movement once motor has stopped
- Hollow shaft with a diameter of 30 mm
- For above-waterline and underwater covers
- 24 V DC motor with permanent magnet
- Industrial-grade gearbox housing (with 3 layers of protective coating)
- Very quiet operation
- Simple to operate with the MecaTec control system
- Suitable for all types of pool
- Stainess steel housing (1.4301 in accordance with DIN EN10088-2 group 2)
- Stainless steel drive shaft (1.4301 in accordance with DIN EN10088-2 group 2)
- IP Code IP67
- Patented water stop
Our convenient above-ground drive
Plug in, load app, done
Easy to install
easy to operate
The plug-and-play motor
This above-ground drive is really quick to assemble, because the motor is simply connected to the household power supply with a 24V plug. A few hand movements – and the job is done. So you can install significantly more covers in the same time than before.
Easy to install
easy to operate
The plug-and-play motor
This above-ground drive is really quick to assemble, because the motor is simply connected to the household power supply with a 24V plug. A few hand movements – and the job is done. So you can install significantly more covers in the same time than before.
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Control via WLAN
Our new overhead drive can be conveniently controlled with the BINDER24 app. To do this, the motor is connected to a Smart Home-compatible control unit (e.g. the MTC control unit from BINDER). The drive is registered in the home WLAN via the control unit and can then be started via the app.
Operation with PV electricity
The topic of sustainability is close to our hearts – that’s why our new above-ground motor can be combined with solar panels. This way, you can move your pool cover with solar power and not only protect the environment, but also your wallet.
Our customised range
You can choose from a wide range of torques between 120 and 1000 Nm.
Control system
The perfect addition to a smart home
To complement our DC drive systems, we also offer easy-to-operate control systems. The controller can even be configured individually if required and can be supplied with a remote control on request. Our control systems are compatible with smart home systems.
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Programming the control system made easy
In this video we will show you how to set up our MTC control in a few minutes to teach the end positions of the pool cover. Once the positions are set, the cover will automatically move to them when actuated. You don’t have to do anything else.
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Whether by remote control, key switch or app: our drives move your roller shutter system quickly, reliably and quietly.
In this brochure you will find all the information and technical details about our tubular motors and shaft drives.
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