Schneider Electric unveils AvatarOn switches
KUALA LUMPUR: Schneider Electric, the global specialist in Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation in Homes, Buildings, Data Centers, Infrastructure and Industries, announced the launch of the revolutionary AvatarOn, a suite of switches with customisable designs.
The AvatarOn is the world’s first range of customisable and printable switch that can be personalised to fit seamlessly into the homes of Malaysians.
This extensive range of customisable switches can be easily integrated into any interior styles thanks to its great variety of covers including plastic, wood, metal, marble, leather as well as the DIY customisable and printable covers. Unique, quick, easy, with tool-less cover change that are applicable to all switches and sockets.
Speaking at the launch, Schneider Electric Malaysia Business vice president Retail Francis Heng said: “A home is a true reflection of ourselves as individuals, and as Malaysians we are driven by our unique sense of style.
“At Schneider Electric, we understand the needs for Malaysians to have an innovative product that can be seamlessly integrated into any lifestyle.
“Truly a masterpiece at home, combined with outstanding performance, reliability, good lifespan, and energy saving features, the revolutionary AvatarOn series is the perfect blend of aesthetics, functionality and practicality, making it the absolute choice for all home and office designs.”
AvatarOn comes with ‘Slim Rocker, Sure Click’ technology, giving it greater thinness overall and near-zero contact jitter, reducing spark and ensuring a safe and reliable use.
The design of AvatarOn switch covers are finished in white, soft wood, and gold hairline materials for a modern look and universal elegance.
In addition, its soft LED locator merges seamlessly with its sleek giant dolly and the fluorescent LED locators low with a soft luminescent in the dark. The AvatarOn series are mirror-smooth and paired with Type 86 standard base boxes for a close fit to the wall.
“We know that design trends and home décor are constantly evolving, along with the demand of modern day busy lifestyles.
“As such, we’ve designed AvatarOn to be flexible with innovative and easy to use tool-less cover change for the ease of our customers. The switches also include multifunctional accessories such as key holders and USB charging sockets for everyday conveniences, catering towards the needs of homes and businesses today,” Heng added.
Schneider Electric Malaysia also announced its key strategic partnership with Photobook Malaysia to personalise all AvatarOn printing so consumers can print and personalise their desired design on the switch via Photobook Malaysia.
In conjunction with the launch of AvatarOn, Schneider Electric Malaysia is running a design competition from March 1 to April 30, 2018. The contest will require participants to come up with their own creative designs on an 85mm X 85mm canvas.
It will be opened to professionals and non-professionals, the two categories will have no fixed themes. The Top Ten (10) best designs will be displayed during Archidex 2018, and will be featured on Schneider Electric Malaysia Facebook Page.
The winning entry will be inducted into AvatarOn’s limited edition collection.
Schneider Electric is also collaborating with three major education institutions to incorporate the design contest as part of their course project – encouraging more students to submit their creative ideas. The three institutions are Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, First City University College, and Universiti Teknologi MARA. Additionally, INTI Center of Art and Design and The One Academy are also promoting the contest amongst its students.
Consumers can get their AvatarOn switches from selected official Schneider Electric distributors, starting from RM21. In the coming months, the series will be made available at all their distributors.
A home is a true reflection of ourselves as individuals, and as Malaysians we are driven by our unique sense of style. Francis Heng, Schneider Electric Malaysia Business vice president Retail