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Mill Finish

The raw finish of extruded aluminum. Mill aluminum will oxidize if not anodized or painted.

Mini Roll-Up

Compact rolling shutters and doors. Coil size will range about half the size of standard rolling grilles. Ideal for counter applications, cabinets, windows or small full height door areas.

Momentary Contact

Refers to the wiring of a key switch or button that activates the electric operator to the open or close cycle. Only a quick turn of the key switch or simple push of a button control is all that is needed. The electric motor will not stop if pressure is released. Almost all commercial and retail applications use constant contact wiring, not momentary contact.

Motor

Term often used to describe an electric operator that moves the grille/closure/shutter up and down.

Motor Mounting Bracket

Supports motor from bracket plate or wall on drive shaft side of barrel assembly.

Mullion

Term used to describe the aluminum extrusions that make up the storefront window frame.