FIRGELLI® offers a variety of options to help you automate your home. From TV lift mechanisms that hide Television sets, or kitchen appliances in cabinets out from under counters and islands - we've got the perfect solution for any need!
The future of home automation is now possible with the help of FIRGELLI® Actuators. You can motorize anything in your house, from TV lift mechanisms that hide electronics out-of sight to kitchen appliances being lifted off countertops and islands so they're easier for you cook under dimming lights or other circumstances where it might be necessary! These just some examples on how these amazing devices could make life better at any time - even when we're not around.
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Discover how linear actuators are transforming smart homes in 2025 with 5 DIY ideas: hidden TV lifts, automated windows, adjustable furniture, robotic assistants, and solar trackers. FIRGELLI’s linear actuators power these game-changing projects—build your future home today with cutting-edge automation tech
This program will home and calibrate your actuators, finding the ends of motion for the unit. It then moves the actuator to the middle point of stroke to wait for further commands. You input a number into your Serial Monitor and the actuator will move to that position. This...
Skylights are typically opened and closed using a manual or motorized mechanism. Manual skylights can be opened using a hand crank or rod, while motorized skylights are operated using a remote control or wall switch
Introduction to Trap Doors and how to Automate them. Trap doors have been used for centuries as a way to access hidden spaces. However, traditional trap doors can be heavy and difficult to open, especially in tight spaces.
Discover the limitless applications, high precision, and unparalleled performance of rotary actuators. Find out how to select the perfect actuator and wire it like a pro. Click now and revolutionize your automation projects.
What does the future of Home Automation Look like. Home automation, also known as smart home technology, refers to the use of technology to control and automate various aspects of a home, such as lighting, heating, security, and appliances.
A Firgelli TV-Lift system is one of the most convenient and versatile automation units for your home. In this article, we will walk through the setup and installation of your TVL-180 System.
This latest Kitchen design feature, that happens to have many great advantages is the latest in Home kitchen designs must-haves. Thanks to motion control technology, an automated electronic kitchen appliance lift system is now available to make your life easier around the home, whilst hiding away those appliances with ugly cords,...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently unveiled the companys Tesla Bot. The robot code-named Optimus shuffled across a stage, waved its hand, and pumped its arms in a slow-speed dance move. Musk predicts the robot could cost $20,000 within three to five years if all goes according to plan.
One of our most consistent requests is for in-between stroke lengths on small projects; The 24 inch Premium unit is too short, but the next option is way too long for my project. I only need a few, so I don’t need to place a whole custom order! We heard...
Ever fancied turning your home into a smart home? Well, more people than ever are making the change. The US is expected to have 63 million smart homes by 2022.
In Simple terms a Micro Linear Actuator is basically a Small Actuator with a small body size and therefore a small stroke range. A typical micro Actuator will have strokes ranging from just a few millimeters to around 50mm
Its 2021 and now perhaps is the time to start thinking about how to modernize your home. Adding a TV lift cabinet around the house not only makes you part of the future of Home automation and IOT (Internet of things)
Have you ever wondered how many different ways are there to hide youre TV in the home?. based on the animation image above you can count 7 different methods right away
This classic Cadillac sports car turn custom couch centre piece has a surprise hidden inside its trunk. With a push of a single button, the trunk magically pops open and a bar arises from within. This show stopping effect is made possible through the use of FIRGELLI Automations wide range...
Discover the ultimate guide on building a budget-friendly TV lift cabinet for under $300. Transform your entertainment setup with step-by-step instructions, cost-effective materials, and clever design tips. Elevate your viewing experience without breaking the bank. Start crafting your dream TV cabinet today!
Drawer slides can be as easy or as hard as you allow them, and it all depends on what type of slide you choose. In this guide we are going to cover the many different types of Drawer slides on the market, the many different ways a slide can be...
Simulators have a lot of moving components to make everything move and give the user the feeling that they are actually driving that car or actually flying that plane on the large screen in front of them. Aircraft simulators have the most amount of actuator requirements because they need to...
Firgelli pop-up lifts are rear mounted, with vibration absorbing legs which sit on the ground to remove reverberation, however a floor mounted bracket is also offered and can be used for convenience.
Understand drawer slide extension, weight capacity and different mounting types to help you choose the right drawer slide for your project.
When shopping for a linear actuator, youll see various styles of actuators, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Two styles that seem to have similar specifications in terms of stroke length and load capacity are track linear actuators and rod linear actuators.
A term often used when discussing the specifications of different linear actuators is their stroke or stroke length. If this is your first time looking for a linear actuator or you don’t have much of a mechanical background, you may be wondering what stroke refers to...
Whether at home or at the workplace, televisions are commonly used as displays for entertainment and productivity. Although in many spaces, big TV cabinets or wall mounted TVs are not practical which leaves you with a ceiling TV mounted as the best option.
When you start any project where you plan to use drawer slides, one of the first questions you’ll ask yourself is What size of drawer slides do I need? Well, this blog post will help you answer those questions and help you find the right drawer slides you need for your...
Entertaining and relaxing on a patio has always been one of summers greatest pleasures, but outdoor TVs are quite expensive so we created a solution. Use a regular indoor TV using an Outdoor TV cabinet with a built in TV Lift mechanism.
There are two main types of drawer slides; roller slides and ball-bearing slides. But which type of drawer slide should you choose? Which one is the best? This blog is aimed to help you choose which drawer slide is best for you and show you why.
Explore the world of drawer slides with our comprehensive guide on the different types available. From ball-bearing to undermount, discover the pros and cons of each option. Upgrade your furniture with smooth gliding functionality. Learn about the best drawer slide options for your next project. Dive into the fascinating...
Arduino is an open source electronics prototyping platform based on flexible, easy-to-use hardware and software. Its intended for DIY projects, artists, designers, hobbyists, and anyone interested in creating interactive projects. Arduinos are microcontroller boards that contain everything you need to easily interface with the microcontroller.
There are a few things in the world that can WOW a room quite like a big screen TV dropping from the ceiling. You can transform a room from an elegant living space to the ultimate movie theater or sports den by simply having a TV rising out of a...
There are lots of types of electrical switches out there, so how do you know which one is best for controlling a linear actuator. As you are most likely wanting to extend and retract your linear actuator, you will want to use a Double Pole Double Throw (DPDT) ON-OFF-ON switch.
How do you know when to choose one over the other? Which one do you need? This blog post will aim to answer those questions and show off the key differences between these two products.
One of the most common uses of linear actuators is to automate the opening or closing of a hatch or lid. These situations could include applications like raising a tonneau cover on a pickup truck or opening a trapdoor to a wine cellar.
Installation of drawer slides will vary slightly depending on the style and options of your selected draw slides. Some drawer slides that you purchase may come with a installation guide, like this one, but if not, there are some simple steps you can follow to install any drawer slides.
This blog will help you understand what drawer slides are as well as some of the terminology and considerations you should be conscious of when selecting a drawer slide to incorporate into your next project.
We show you how to attach the PVR or DVD player or whatever electronic device you wish to install, using 1" wide Velcro strips which are amazingly strong. In addition you can add multiple devices, because both sides of the TV Lift mechanism can be utilized.
If you are wondering how to attach a PVR or other device that connects to the TV when using an Outdoor TV lift cabinet we show you how to attach them.
The Duty Cycle of an intermittent machine is defined as the ratio of running vs resting time, expressed as a percentage. Put simply, The Duty cycle is the ratio of Time On to Time Off.
We show you how to use 2 Linear Actuators to make a TV Face plate cover flip up, so that you can watch TV Outside. This is great for the Outdoor Kitchen Patio and Pool area for when you want to watch the Game outside.
To ensure you are able to get the most out of your linear actuator(s) it is vital you choose an appropriate power supply. We offer several different power supplies; this tutorial is aimed at assisting you in selecting the one that best fits your needs.
If a regular TV is used outside and it rains then the TV will not last long, however if the TV is covered and covered properly then you can get away with many years of viewing outside as we have seen.
This customer took it to a whole new level with an LED back lit Drop Down TV lift mechanism. They used a FA-UTVL-200-40 (Upside Down TV Lift, link below) that is mounted in the Ceiling. In this example and the LED lighting really makes it stand out. Excellent work we...
Lets say its the summer and you want to spend more time outside, or perhaps the kids are playing in the Pool so you need to be outside with them. But at the same time you want to watch the game on TV. What options do you have and which...
Gone are the days of mounting a flat screen TV on the wall. Home TV lifts are all the rage, as they modernized your home bringing in that “WOW” factor you’re after, enhance aesthetics and decrease the risks of potential damage or injuries caused by TVs toppling over. And that’s...
If you have a TV in your workplace, you should be using a TV lift by Firgelli TV Lift Kit for many reasons that are vital to the success and security of your business. Technology has evolved and as a result, so have the requirements for businesses.
There are clearly far too many rich people with bad taste for this car not to exist, because its not exactly a looker now is it. But what it does have are some very cool features, and it uses a lot of Linear Actuators to up its game and make...
If you like to watch the game, or any TV show outside whilst your entertaining friends on the Patio, then you need an outdoor TV Cabinet with built in TV Lift mechanism designed specifically to be outdoors that will protect your TV.
We have created this blog post to help you understand how electric linear actuators work and the terminology used to describe them. With an understanding of the basics, it will be much easier to spec out your own actuator!
We talk with a lot of professionals who are designing homes for clients that are fortunate enough to have an attic. But what if you dont?, Firgelli has a product that will work in both applications, with or without space in the ceiling above to hide your TV
We like to share customer projects that are novel and unique. In this project the customer wanted to slide out at Door before it swings open. This is needed because they wanted the door to appear as a hidden door when its closed and still look like part of the...
We like to share some projects we find are particularly different. this Customer used a Firgelli Heavy Duty Industrial Linear Actuator and then along with a proximity sensor purchased from our Robotics website this allows the artwork to open up automatically when someone approaches it.
In our kitchen we have these cupboards above the sink, we thought it would be a great idea to see if we could build a simple drop down TV lift that would drop down from the cabinet by remote control
It’s becoming increasingly popular to automate everything. The kitchen is a perfect room to create motion control as there are many cupboards, shelves and racks that can easily be automated.
This project shows you how to leverage a TiVo remote control and an Arduino board to operate a linear actuator to lift a painting that covers a TV. Watch the video at the end
Kitchen in Winnipeg home named best in the world, according to an international design contest.
Check out this sneak peak of Firgelli Automations brand new drop down TV lift that will be selling in the near future. This new drop down lift offers a smooth and quiet operation along with a simple installation process. It comes with universal TV mounting brackets and can be operated...
Looking for an original way to hide your TV? This project modifies an existing TV cabinet where the TV is meant to be mounted on the front and instead has it slide out from the side using a track linear actuator.
This Secret door is an amazing project that uses a Firgelli linear actuator and an Arduino to open and close a secret door either by pulling on a book or using a secret knock!
Looking for an innovative way to hide your TV? Why not create a hidden bar while you are it and have them both operated by remote control! House Crashers did just that in this custom renovation using Firgelli products. Check it out!
In this post we are going to show you how we built a flip down in ceiling TV lift using a linear actuator, some brackets, a remote control, and a power supply. Many of our customers have used actuators to create inexpensive TV lifts in homes, offices, cars, and boats.
This blog post is for those who are new to linear actuators and are looking for some guidance in choosing the right linear actuator for your project.
Check out these 4 videos. The customer here used a Track Actuator with 30" stroke to drop a TV from the ceiling
New home buyers at some point or another need to make a hard decision: make the TV the focal point of the room, or keep the fireplace or mantel piece the main attraction. For Mike, an avid handyman and IT professional, compromise was not an option either way.
Do you want to impress your guests with Drop-down TV lifts? Then you are in the right place. You will not only save space but you can also maintain a beautiful view without covering it with a TV. Firgelli TV Lift Kit provide you with every solution.
One of our customers wanted to replace their air ram actuators with our Electric Linear Actuators to lift the roof up on their truck. In this application the Actuators are used slightly differently to how most other people use them
Two universities from Florida built an automated vessel which outperformed in a marine competition, where their autonomous dual hull boat was able to dock, navigate, and position itself with an intelligent actuator control system. Read more for how they did it and links to their team page.
Every so often, we get these great pictures from our customers, revealing the simplicity and elegance that our products can bring if combines with the right creativity and ideas. In this case, the idea came from necessity, as a mans dear wife couldnt stand to have the TV sitting on...
Home Automation for kids. Watch this 7yr old make her chores easier by adding a remote control linear actuator to lift a blanket box lid
Last fall, after holding off for a long time, my wife and I agreed we should get a TV for our bedroom. Neither of us were too keen on the aesthetics of a TV and cable box sitting on the dresser or mounted to the wall, so I started thinking...
What this very simple project to lift a Spice rack out of a granite kitchen counter top. the Linear Actuator simply sits in the cabinet underneath and pushes the rack up and down. Simple to build project cost only a few hundred dollars. Instead of a Spice rack lift...