Serving new installations as well as retrofits, Ai-based technology greatly simplifies installation and reduces hardware and energy costs

“When window fashion professionals see Modern Atomics, it’s like a lightbulb goes off—they instantly realize how limited their options have been until now,” says Hector Molleda of Phoenix Marketing, the national independent manufacturer sales rep firm for Modern Atomics

Austin, TX – April 8, 2025 – At IWCE 2025 (booth #EC-9), Texas-based tech company Modern Atomics will introduce its disruptive ecosystem of motorized window treatments power distribution units (PDU’s).

Designed solely for motorized window treatments, and spanning small to large projects, Reaktor™, and Neutron™, and Tokamak™ all dramatically save window fashions specialists installation time, and their clientele both hardware and energy costs.

Texas-based tech company Modern Atomics will feature its line of power distribution units (PDU’s) to window fashions specialists at IWCE 2025 (booth #EC-9).

Spanning small to large projects the Modern Atomics’ Reaktor, Neutron, and Tokamak are designed to save dealers installation time, and their clientele both hardware and energy costs.

Reaktor and Neutron can each power up to 22 treatments where other PDU’s max out at eight. This ability to power nearly triple the number of motors from one standalone unit, according to the company, provides substantial savings. Add to this their small 1.75-inch x 8.5-inch footprint, and these PDUs are said to save space.

Modern Atomics products also feature the company’s advanced AI technology which that company suggests, eliminates 99.75% of idle electrical current. This savings Modern Atomics claims, saves end-users more than $78 per motor per year (412 Kilowatt-hours). Plus, Modern Atomics simple plug-and-play setup process reduces overall deployment time by more than 50%.

Barcelona, Spain – March 5th, 2025 –  

Reaktor is an advanced power distribution technology for motorized shades. This product saves users 50% or more on shade power supply costs, cuts installation deployment time in half, takes up to 80% less space and saves end-user energy costs by eliminating AC power and costly electricians. It also eliminates up to 99.75% of wasted quiescent current from every shade and will extend the life of all of shade motors. 

“We are overjoyed that our new Reaktor has been recognized as one of the 2025 TNT winners!” says Judy Salazar, chief operating officer of Modern Atomics. “This award underscores the significance of products that contribute to project cost reduction, energy savings, and sustainability within the integrator channel.” 

Salazar continues, “Our engineering team has surpassed industry standards in energy efficiency, reducing 99.75% of all quiescent current from shade motors and eliminating the need for high voltage AC lines, conduit and electricians. This truly revolutionizes the field.” She adds, “Our product not only cuts power infrastructure costs by over 50%, but its ultra-high density and compact footprint also reduces the required installation space by 80%. Additionally, its user-friendly interface and control programming streamline deployment time and costs without any need for software or downloads. In essence, this product is a triple win for commercial integrators!” 

  Austin, TX – February 21, 2025 – Startup tech company Modern Atomics launched last year with their Reaktor™ Ai-enhanced power distribution unit for motorized window shades. This disruptive solution is far more advanced than the generic power supplies commonly used for shades today, delivering installers and end-users substantial benefits. This includes a space-saving footprint, easy setup, powering of more shades, and yearly energy savings. And the reports of how Reaktor is benefiting shades projects are coming in. 

  Austin, TX – February 18, 2025 – Startup tech company Modern Atomics launched last year with their Reaktor™ Ai-enhanced power distribution unit for motorized window shades. This disruptive solution is far more advanced than the generic power supplies commonly used for shades today, delivering installers and end-users substantial benefits. This includes a space-saving footprint, easy setup, powering of more shades, and yearly energy savings. And the reports of how Reaktor is benefiting shades projects are coming in. 

  Austin, TX – February 18, 2025 – Startup tech company Modern Atomics launched last year with their Reaktor™ Ai-enhanced power distribution unit for motorized window shades. This disruptive solution is far more advanced than the generic power supplies commonly used for shades today, delivering installers and end-users substantial benefits. This includes a space-saving footprint, easy setup, powering of more shades, and yearly energy savings. And the reports of how Reaktor is benefiting shades projects are coming in. 

 HIDDEN GEMS OF ISE

ISE 2025 is packed. Seriously. There’s so much happening, so many booths to visit, and a ton of tech to explore. But if you’re looking for the next big thing in ProAV, Innovation Park is where you need to be.

New for ISE 2025, Innovation Park is the show’s startup and entrepreneur hub, tucked right into Congress Square. It’s a space designed to highlight companies that are changing the game with fresh ideas and ground-breaking technology. Think AI-powered network management, smart building connectivity, and even energy-saving AV solutions. This is where you’ll find the industry’s next wave of innovators before they hit the mainstream.

Modern Atomics
Reaktor DC-22

Reaktor is an advanced power distribution technology for motorized shades. This product saves users 50% or more on shade power supply costs, cuts installation deployment time in half, takes up to 80% less space and saves end-user energy costs by eliminating AC power and costly electricians. It also eliminates up to 99.75% of wasted quiescent current from every shade and will extend the life of all of shade motors.

 Last night the winners were announced at the Inavation Awards 2025, a prestigious ceremony uniting industry professionals at the Museu Nacional d'art de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain. The event set the tone for a dynamic week in AV as ISE 2025 infuses the Spanish capital with technological spirit and ingenuity. Booths at the show this year are showcasing incredible concepts, such as a transparent LED waterfall installation and interactive simulations. Alongside these talking points is Trinnov's home cinema demo, delivered with depth and precision in a custom room by Officina Acustica - reassembled no less than 17 times. 

One Reaktor can power up to 22-shades, compared to others that peak at eight, connecting to motors via CAT 5 cable and RJ45.

The unit’s modest 44.5 x 216 x 254mm footprint saves on rack and wall space, while easy-to-configure UI programming reduces overall deployment time.

Bryson added: “Invented, designed, and built from the ground-up by Modern Atomics, Reaktor gives integrators a significant competitive advantage in winning more job bids.”

 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. 

 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).

 The Smart Stage at CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo 2024 served as a hub for discussions on pivotal industry topics, breakthrough technologies and trending vertical markets within residential and commercial technology. Designed to foster learning and idea exchange, the Smart Stage featured an array of panel discussions and presentations, bringing together some of the industry’s most influential voices. 

 The winners of the 2024 CEDIA Smart Home Awards EMEA programme were announced at the Brewery venue last month in London, where over three hundred professionals joined the CEDIA association to recognise industry achievements.

Aloud AB, MACBEE and M.E.G.A. AV Installations Ltd were among the winners, walking away with three accolades each while Rako Controls Ltd received two wins and Peter Alloway took the coveted Special Recognition award.

CEDIA Expo along with its co-location with Commercial Integrator Expo offered a glimpse into the future of custom smart home and commercial systems installation technologies. T

CEDIA Expo 2024 showcased a breadth of diversity in both brands and technologies, highlighting the wide-ranging solutions reflecting the latest trends in the custom installation industry. From well-established names like Crestron and FX Luminaire to exciting newcomers like Modern Atomics and Juke Audio, the event brought together a mix of industry leaders and emerging brands.  

 New York, NY (October 30, 2024) – CEDIA Expo, the platform where residential technology integrators, designers and construction professionals connect, learn and engage, along with its co-location with Commercial Integrator Expo offered a glimpse into the future of custom smart home and commercial systems installation technologies. This year’s event with its dynamic exhibits and comprehensive educational program highlighted several groundbreaking products from emerging and established industry leaders that will shape the future of home automation, energy management and more. 

 Modern Atomics made its debut with the innovative Reaktor DC22, a power distribution unit that dramatically reduced installation time and costs by powering up to 22 shades without requiring AC power or conduit. Its AI technology optimizes energy consumption, cutting project deployment time in half and offering significant energy savings. 

There are some huge changes brewing in the world of AV! Acuity has purchased QSC and Q-SYS for $1.2 billion, with a B. A second Sphere is set to be built in Abu Dhabi, and the potential for other significant AV projects across the globe. Crestron opens a new experience center in New York, offering clients a chance to see these solutions in action.

Every week, we break down the biggest news and stories relating to the world of AV. Tim Albright sits down with industry experts to talk about the significant impact of these trends and what integrators need to know. Joining us this week is Steve Greenblatt host of a State of Control and Michael Braithwaite of Modern Atomics.

There are some huge changes brewing in the world of AV! Acuity has purchased QSC and Q-SYS for $1.2 billion, with a B. A second Sphere is set to be built in Abu Dhabi, and the potential for other significant AV projects across the globe. Crestron opens a new experience center in New York, offering clients a chance to see these solutions in action.

Every week, we break down the biggest news and stories relating to the world of AV. Tim Albright sits down with industry experts to talk about the significant impact of these trends and what integrators need to know. Joining us this week is Steve Greenblatt host of a State of Control and Michael Braithwaite of Modern Atomics.

  After a warm welcome and rundown of the day’s agenda from Steph Beckett and Megan A. Dutta, we dove into the first talk of the day with Modern Atomics’ Chief Biological Officer Michael Braithwaite and Chief Power Officer Tim Marshall. They introduced us to Modern Atomics’ new Reaktor, a power distribution unit (PDU) that’s changing the HomeAV space. With features like shade-focused PDUs, 22 motor ports, six device ports and a compact design that saves up to 80% on rack or wall space, the Reaktor is practical for both CIs and homeowners. Its extra-large capacity supports up to 72 new meters simultaneously, versus the standard 8-10 in other models. “A little package with a lot of output,” as Michael Braithwaite put it. 

On this week’s podcast, Modern Atomics co-founder Michael Braithwaite joins us from Austin, TX, to discuss his 30-plus-year career as an innovator and inventor of smart home and commercial AV technology. Mike and Jeremy recently re-connected, prior to his new company’s launch at CEDIA Expo last month in Denver, and that chat was so insightful, that Jeremy wished afterwards that he’d recorded it for this podcast. In this episode they re-capture some of that magic as they discuss Modern Atomics’

 La nuova arrivata Modern Atomics fa un Grande Slam al CEDIA Expo 2024

 Modern Atomics, un'azienda con sede a Singapore[ ed-Modern Atomics is an Austin Texas, USA LLC, and yes we do have an office in Singapore ], mira a fornire una tecnologia innovativa per i canali CEDIA e ProAV, riducendo i costi, l'impronta di carbonio e esperienza del cliente. Con brevetti su prodotti audiovisivi distribuiti, di potenza e di controllo basati sull'intelligenza artificiale.  

  Austin, TX  – Led by co-founders Paul Bryson (CTO), Tim Marshall (CFO), and
Michael Braithwaite (Chairperson), Modern Atomics lived up to the hype of the company’s grand launch,
earning multiple awards and praise from industry leaders at CEDIA Expo 2024. Over the years these three
gentlemen developed innovative technologies for NetStreams, and held key posts at AMX, ClearOne,
Crestron and Screen Innovations. Earlier this year Braithwaite was recognized by Commercial Integrator
Magazine as a Living Legend (#45). And this all came together at CEDIA Expo 2024. 

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  Last week at CEDIA Expo, CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, proudly announced the winners of the 2024 CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas. Sponsored by Lutron, AWOL Vision, and Kaleidescape, the event honored integrators, manufacturers, and influential individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry over the past year, delivering stunning projects, launching market-leading products, and providing invaluable volunteer efforts.  

   Powerful things are happening in Austin, Texas! Modern Atomics is a new company from industry pioneers Michael Braithwaite, Paul Bryson, and Timothy Marshall. They have crafted an AI-driven ecosystem of products aimed at catapulting productivity and energy efficiency to unprecedented heights, benefiting both the installer and client. The company launches at CEDIA Expo 2024 and has announced Muto Communications as their PR agency-of-record.