HELIO Launches HybridMotion™, the World's First Dual-Drive Shade System

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., September 15, 2026, HELIO by Worldwide Window Fashions today announced the launch of HybridMotion™, the world's first dual-drive shade system, now available on its Renaissance roller shade collection. HybridMotion™ allows a single shade to be raised and lowered by remote or by hand, with no switch to flip and no clutch to release, and manual operation continues to work when the power is completely off.

Motorized shades have long asked homeowners to choose between convenience and control. A remote-operated shade only works by motor, and a manual shade offers no automation at all. HybridMotion™ is designed to remove that trade-off entirely: the same shade responds to a remote when automation is wanted and to a hand when it isn't.

"Every motorized shade on the market makes you choose. HybridMotion™ is the first one that doesn't. We built it because we want everyone to have a choice to interact with natural light, with or without power," said Han Zhang, CEO of HELIO.

Engineered for everyday use

HybridMotion™ is built around a whisper-quiet motor suited to bedrooms, offices, and open living spaces, and a high-RPM drive that moves the shade noticeably faster than standard motors. A five-channel remote controls shades individually or as a group within a room. The system runs on a built-in rechargeable battery, requires no external wiring, and is engineered for low power consumption to extend runtime between charges.

Available on Renaissance

HybridMotion™ launches on Renaissance, HELIO's premium roller shade collection, which offers more than 370 fabric and color options with minimal light gaps and smooth, consistent operation. Renaissance shades equipped with HybridMotion™ are available now through HELIO's network of authorized dealers.

About HELIO

HELIO by Worldwide Window Fashions is a Philadelphia-based manufacturer of custom window treatments, including roller shades, banded sheer shades, woven wood shades, vertical blinds, hardwood and faux wood blinds, and shutters. HELIO products are sold through authorized dealers across the United States. HELIO builds technology to inspire millions of people through the beauty and power of natural light. Learn more at www.worldwidewf.com.