The mastery of motorisation solutions

When best standards, technical expertise and pragmatic mindset meet for a robust industrial partnership

SIMU, a brand of the SOMFY Group, is a leader in motorisations since 1952. Renowned for our expertise in rolling shutter, screen, awning and commercial and industrial applications, we uphold the philosophy ‘No is not an answer’.


We are dedicated to serving the B2B industrial sector, combining advanced technology with a client-centric & solution-oriented approach and fostering long-term partnerships.


Our products are the embodiment of robustness, simplicity, and efficiency, designed as essential solutions that adhere to the best market standards.
Discover our technical expertise and collaborative, pragmatic spirit. Together, as one.

Open SIMU’s doors, and you’ll find someone to help you make your projects a reality. 

A brand of the SOMFY Group

SIMU joined the SOMFY Group in 1991. With operations in 58 countries, Somfy is the world leader in the automation of doors and windows in homes and professional buildings. Somfy is a key provider in the home sector with its innovative motors and control systems.

A few figures

Over 50%

of revenue generated

internationally

81M€

of revenue in 2022

58 countries

SIMU, present

worldwide

100%

of our customers

recommend us

Our timeline - the history of SIMU

The first tubular motor was imagined and crafted inside the walls of Simu’s workshop in 1959: a key technical step unlocking possibilities in the exterior applications industry.
Since then, SIMU has brought permanent improvement to its industrial clients - by manufacturing simple, efficient & good quality products that meet their exact expectations

  • 1952 Creation of SIMU
  • 1959 SIMU invents the tubular motor
  • 1970 1st T8 motor created for commercial and industrial doors
  • 1991 SIMU joins the Somfy Group
  • 1998 SIMU Hz radio technology
  • 2008 AUTOSUN, motorised solar autonomous solution
  • 2019 SIMU Bi-directional radio technology BHz
  • 2023 SIMU becomes compatible with the TaHoma® Switch connected solution

Our Values

Pragmatism

Powered by our expertise, we work together in action, hand-in-hand with our partners. Unafraid to get our hands in the dirt, we help you deploy your projects and business with our long-standing sturdiness and mastery.

Integrity

What you see is what you get. No frills no fuss. We do what we say we are going to do, showing up for you by acting with goodwill, commitment and humility to guarantee your satisfaction.

Reciprocity

From our DNA to our day-to-day actions, we wholeheartedly believe in the power of partnering. With a give and take mindset, we generate connections that lead to mutual value. Because for us, working together is success.

SIMU

Worldwide presence

SIMU is an international company, our products are distributed in over 58 countries worldwide and 50% of our turnover is generated beyond our borders.

When choosing SIMU, you benefit from a fully-fledged international network, run by our subsidiaries and distributors and managed by our export department.

A network of experts in SIMU products

A network of partners

The SIMU PARTNER network includes 29 manufacturers in France with over 50 more in 15 different countries.
Manufacturers of roller shutters, blinds and windows and doors for stores or industrial buildings that are members of the SIMU PARTNER network are true experts in SIMU products and solutions. When you choose a SIMU PARTNER manufacturer, you are choosing a reliable solution!