Windows Magazine June 2010

A CLEARER VIEW JUNE 2010 AWA Conference 2010 The who’s who for this year’s conference The Ferrari Experience Reynaers Aluminium Technical Solutions for Ferrari World

Case Study Demonstrating Design Flexibility

Legal Companies vs Businesses

PLUS HR / The Market Housing / Bushfire Feature / AWA News First choice in Australian Glass

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AGG026_FP-AWA-v2.indd 1 5/5/10 11:14:01 AM CONTENTS 6 10 22 First choice in Australian Glass FEATURES REGULARS YOUR BUSINESS AWA Conference 2010 6 From The ED 4 Legal 12 Excellent product range, performance and Demonstrating Design The Market - Housing 16 HR 13 service, Australian Glass Group companies Flexibility 10 Our Members 19 are your ﬁ rst choice in: Bushfire Feature 15 Products 26 Double glazing for energy efﬁ ciency Reynaers: Ferrari Park 20 News 28 Custom laminates including Sky GlassTM AWA Directory 36 Toughened and heat soaked glass Architectural and specialist glass products [WINDOWS] magazine is a quarterly publication from the Australian Window Association Ground Floor, Cover photograph courtesy of Reynaers. Magazine designed by Vern Nicolas. 71 Ridge Street It is impossible for the publisher to ensure that the advertisements and other GordonNSW 2074 material herein comply with the Trade Practices Act 1974. Readers should make Explore the difference,ff Phone: 02 9498 2768 their own inquiries in making decisions and where necessary seek professional advice. Australian Window Association© 2010 All rights reserved. Reproduction Fax: 02 9498 3816 be delighted byy the options! in whole or part without permission is strictly prohibited Email: [email protected]

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AGG026_FP-AWA-v2.indd 1 5/5/10 11:14:01 AM FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

elcome to the second could not be better timing as we [WINDOWS] magazine transition nationally to six stars hous- Tracey Wfor 2010. ing by 1st May 2011 and already see increased stringencies in apartment Duncan Fraser, re-elected Chair- and commercial buildings from 1st Gramlick, man of the AWA Board in February May this year. The AWA has also this year, has decided to make a been busy training the ABSA energy career change and leave the win- raters in the physical properties of AWA dow industry and so it is with regret windows in order to ensure the raters that I have to advise you of his know how to select and use our recent resignation from the role. I WERS products. These training ses- Executive am sure you will join me in wishing sions were delivered in all the state him all the very best in his new ad- capitals to an audiences of over ventures. On behalf of the Board 1,000 ABSA members. Director of Directors and the secretariat I would like to thank him for his un- Remember that the Annual Confer- failing contribution and support. ence is only three months away. Garry Thomson (Seaview Joinery, We have secured special keynote SA) has stepped up to take the speakers that are sure to provide you role of Chairman and Nigel Chalk with great information. I urge you to (Bradnams, Qld) has filled the va- consider attending, as not only is it a cancy on the Board. tremendous Gold Coast venue this year, but the opportunities to con- The SWA (Sustainable Windows tribute to industry discussions and Alliance) work is concluded and network with friends and rivals alike the AWA and its alliance partner are second to none. AGGA are preparing a strategic plan to take to our memberships that will see the development of educational tools around the use of energy efficient windows. This

Editor’s Note elcome to the June edition er. Dr Jollands is traveling from Paris to Glass Industries. If you are interested in Wof [WINDOWS] packed full of join us at this years conference. Tracey supplying an article in this new section industry information, check out the Gramlick and I were lucky enough to for future editions please contact the amazing front cover of the new Fer- see Dr Jollands speak at the Energy AWA. rari Theme Park in Abu Dhabi sup- Efficiency Council conference in 2009 plied by Reynaers and the feature and we can assure you we are in for I would like to thank all of the con- article about the project. Read a treat. tributors and advertisers to the maga- about the flexibility of AWS and Tay- zine and remind all members that this lors windows to design, extrude, test, Of course we have our regular sections is your magazine, so if you have any manufacture and supply a brand covering, Legal, HR, Housing market, news about your business, case stud- new window system for a special News and AWA Directory. Review the ies or anything relevant to include in project at Brindabella Business Park new Kommerling bush fire tested uPVC the magazine please forward it to the in the ACT in just 12 weeks. window systems to a level of BAL 40 AWA. and enjoy the article on Fibre Compos- Included in this edition is the con- ite Pultrusion from Exel Composites. Please sit back relax and enjoy this ference 2010 information, we look edition of [WINDOWS]. forward to having you join us at the We have introduced a new section Sheraton Mirage on the Gold Coast for this edition called “Our Members” Gary Smith in September, this year we have Dr this section profiles different members AWA Marketing & Technical Manager Nigel Jollands from the International of the Association, this edition features Energy Agency as a keynote speak- articles on Reynaers, Miglas and Flat

4 Australian Window Association June 2010 June 2010 www.awa.org.au 5 AWA CONFERENCE AWA National Conference & Exhibition 2010 The AWA would like to invite you to attend the National Conference & Exhibition at the Sheraton Mirage Resort on the 13th-15th September 2010.

Business and breakout sessions will feature presentations on a diverse range of issues and focus on helping you improve the fitness of your business.The Conference Exhibition of window-specific displays will showcase up to the minute innovations within the industry. At the end of the day, the Welcome Reception on Monday, Dinner by the pool on Tuesday and the AWA Annual Dinner on Wednesday will provide opportunities to catch up with friends and meet new colleagues over a glass of wine and a relaxing meal. Conference Program MONDAY 13th SEPTEMBER Welcome Reception Evening at Leisure

TUESDAY 14th SEPTEMBER

Conference Opening Keynote speaker - Nigel Jollands Breakouts • 7 Steps to Guarantee Marketing Success • Keeping on top of Bad Debts Working Groups • Developing & Implementing a Strategic Plan in a Window Company • Website Development Breakouts • Top 10 Legal Pitfalls in the Window Industry • How to Implement OH&S in a Window Factory

Dinner by the Pool

WEDNESDAY 15th SEPTEMBER

HIA Economics Group Presentation AWA Report - AWA Strategy - Marketing Review - Technical Committees - Training Report – Proprietary Training Energy Conference wrap-up Close of Conference

AWA Design Awards and Annual Dinner Sponsors *Program subject to change

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Conference Speakers

Nigel Jollands Head, Energy Efficiency Unit - International Energy Agency

Dr. Nigel Jollands’ career spans 17 years in energy, resource management and economic analysis fields. In November 2006, he took up a post with the International Energy Agency (IEA) as Principal Administrator in the Energy Efficiency and Environment Division. In February 2009 he was appointed Head, Energy Efficiency Unit at the IEA. This role includes leading the IEA’s energy efficiency policy analysis, coordinating the IEA’s energy efficiency advice to the G8 under the Gleneagles Plan of Action, co-ordinating the Agency’s Energy Efficiency Working Party and participating in In-depth Reviews of member country energy policies. Nigel is currently also leading the IEA’s work on energy in cities and a project on energy efficiency and governance.

Nigel was previously Principal Ecological Economist in the New Zealand Centre for Ecological Economics (NZCEE) at Landcare Research. He has also held posts in New Zealand as Senior Lecturer at Massey University, as a senior policy analyst in New Zealand’s captial at various Ministries (Ministry of Commerce; Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority and Ministry for the Environment). He is a regular presenter at international conferences, has published numerous journal articles and contributed to several books in the area of energy efficiency and ecological economics.

John Greenhalgh Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors

As Solicitor Director of Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors, an experienced, dynamic and progressive firm, John provides clients with a fully integrated suite of professional services tailored specifically to their individual business or personal needs. Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors is a division of Greenhalgh Corporate Group that includes Greenhalgh Carey Accounting Solutions, Quickdebt and Litigation Funding Partners.

John Greenhalgh has over 19 years experience as a litigator; his direct and strategic approachdelivers clients a cost effective and positive outcome to resolving disputes. John has extensive experience in the building and construction industry; advising on issues ranging from BCIPA, BSA, contracts and variations, payment claims, company structuring, bankruptcy and insolvency, commercial and civil litigation, family law, debt and taxation.

John, in his speech to the AWA will be discussing the Top 10 Legal Pitfalls in the window industry. John can be contacted via [email protected]

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Conference Speakers

Nathan Hill Digital Revolution Nathan Hill and his company Digital Revolution is totally dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses to achieve their business goals through customised web design & development solutions to maximize return on investment.

Nathan studied Website Production & Management, Design and Multimedia. He has more than 10 years experience in the web industry and a proven track record for helping Small Medium Enterprise’s to start, to promote, and to sell from their websites.

Within Nathan’s extended folio, he has developed websites for the Australian Fenestration Industry Council (AFRC), Window Film Assocation of Australia and New Zealand (WFAANZ), Building Products Innovation Council (BPIC) and Kaizen Excecutive (AWA Member).

Chris Jones Chris Jones Risk Management

Chris Jones CPMSIA, is principal of Chris Jones Risk Management, and has over thirty years Occupational Health and Safety consulting and training experience. Chris has a degree in psychology; is an accredited OHS consultation trainer; and is an accredited AS 4801 OHSMS auditor.

The proposed harmonised OHS legislation will significantly increase the potential penalties for breaches of OHS legislation, and further define the obligations imposed on directors and officers for the safety of their workplace. Chris Jones will draw upon his OH&S consulting and training experience in the Windows industry to outline how to implement an effective OHS programme to meet the specific needs of a windows factory.

Stuart Ayling Marketing Nous Stuart Ayling is Chief Sales Strategist at Marketing Nous, a boutique sales improvement consultancy serving clients nationally. Stuart founded Marketing Nous in 1999 and specialises in helping service-based organisations and companies that sell complex or customised products.

‘7 Steps to Guarantee Marketing Success’ is the theme of Stuart Ayling’s session. Stuart will provide a presentatoin that is engaging the delegates in a practical learning experience. Importantly, Stuart’s aim is for delegates to learn practical strategies they can readily implement after the conference.

8 Australian Window Association June 2010 WE BRING ALUMINIUM TO LIFE

CW 65-EF Unitised façade system with maximum transparency

The Reynaers Aluminium CW 65-EF façade system is very well suited for high-rise constructions. Proﬁ les can easily be adapted to ﬁ t project depending requirements. CW 65-EF provides increased insulation with an Uf-value of up to 2.6 W/m²K. Opening elements such as a top hung and parallel opening window can also be integrated into the system. The high insulation variant, CW 65-EF-HI, provides an increased insulation with Uf-value of up to 1,5 W/m²K and allows installation of triple glazing up to 63mm glass thickness.

Interior and exterior visible width: 65 mm Thermal insulation: Uf value of up to 2.6 W/m²K Air permeability: Class A4 Thermal insulation: Uf ≥ 1,51 W/m²K Water tightness: Class RE 1200 Wind load resistance: 1800 Pa

CW 50 Stick façade system for creativeness and style

The Reynaers Aluminium CW 50 façade system is a curtain wall façade and roof system that offers unlimited creative freedom and allows maximum entrance of light into the building. The system offers 11 individual styles with various outside appearances. Any combination of vertical and inclined planes are possible together with the integration of different types of vents. The extensive range offers technical solutions for the different performance requirements of a façade such as ﬁ reproof and high insulating solutions.

Interior and exterior visible width: 50 mm Air permeability: Class A4 Thermal insulation: Speciﬁ c test per proﬁ le combination – please contact your Reynaers Aluminium Fabricator Water tightness: 900 Pa (class RE) Wind load resistance: 2000 Pa

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: REYNAERS ALUMINIUM NV/SA AUSTRALIA Oude Liersebaan 266 - B-2570 Duffel 133 Wiltshire Drive Kew - 3101 VIC t +32 15 30 85 00 - f + 32 15 30 86 00 t +61 (3)98 52 90 30 - f +61 (3)98 52 90 32 www.reynaers.com - [email protected] www.reynaers.com.au - [email protected] June 2010 www.awa.org.au 9 CASE STUDY Demonstrating Design Flexibility Taylor’s Window Systems ituated in Canberra’s recently work with AWS to develop developed airport precinct a custom structural glazing Sthe Mongolo Drive offices are solution for the stylish an excellent example of AWS’s airport precint offices that unique approach to design and demonstrate the design development. flexibility of both window manufacturers AWS Fabricator Taylors Windows have been involved in a number of the Canberra Airport precinct projects, commencing works within the Brindabella Business Park in 2007. When approached by architects, Daryl Jackson Alastair Swayn Pty Ltd to offer a structurally glazed solution for the Mongolo Drive project in a relatively short lead time Taylors were confident in their ability to deliver, despite no system existing within the AWS Commercial range.

Taylors Windows were quick to good looks, performance and approach AWS for support on the manufacturability. This dedication to project and so began a 12 week making the best aluminium windows exercise to design, extrude, test and and doors has won AWS a loyal and deliver a custom designed structural growing following among architects, glazing solution for the project. builders, homeowners and specifiers.

AWS maintains a constant drive The project specification called to refine, improve and modernise for structurally glazed mullions in its aluminium profiles to enhance FrontGLAZE™ framing 102mm and

The AWS Commercial Framing - Innovative framing solutions for commercial & residential applications.

The AWS Commercial Framing range includes CentreGLAZE™, FrontGLAZE™ and FaceLINE™ framing systems designed to meet the ever-growing needs of the commercial building sector. AWS Commercial framing systems can be fully integrated with a variety of Architectural and Vantage Designer Series products offering versatile solutions for your building project.

Available in 80mm, 102mm and 150mm platforms and designed to accept single and double glazing. AWS Commercial framing incorporates strong, bold profiles enabling large expanses of glazing to be achieved.

10 Australian Window Association June 2010 CASE STUDY

150mm frame widths. High on the was documented on video and developer’s priority list was the need presented to the clients prior to large to see certified test data to ensure the scale production of the system. water performance and structural integrity of the system. Once approved, the system was extruded by AWS and manufactured The AWS window and door testing by Taylors Windows for delivery within laboratory is fully accredited and has the 12 week time frame specified by one of the largest pressure booths in the client. This dynamic approach Taylor’s has been manufacturing the industry. Weather conditions can to product development underpins windows and doors for Southern be simulated through manipulation AWS’s business philosophy. NSW and the ACT for more of air and water spray flow, and than 40 years. Their extensive remote monitoring of air leakage and The structurally glazed system was knowledge and experience in deflection of windows and doors is desired by architects for this project all aspects of aluminium joinery also possible. This laboratory ensures for a number of reasons, first it gave enables them to provide their that AWS Commercial window and greater flexibility in the façade customers with a product that is door systems can be tested and design for the building. Second, the second to none. In every project researched to ensure compliance structure element in the mullion acts that Taylor’s undertake – large with building codes and relevant as an insulator and reduces the risk of or small – their goal is customer industry standards. internal condensation where double satisfaction, with focus on both glazing is used. Double Glazing quality and service. Being a family Having developed a custom was used throughout the project owned and managed business, solution for the Mongolo Drive to achieve the desired energy and Taylor’s offer personalised service project AWS undertook a rigorous acoustic outcomes for the project. and products that are customised testing procedure to ensure the to their customers’ requirements. system would meet and exceed For more information please contact both Australian Standards and the Architectural Window Systems clients expectations, guaranteeing p: (02) 8783 7611 | f : (02) 8783 7633 excellent performance outcomes www.awsaustralia.com.au for the project. The testing process [email protected]

June 2010 www.awa.org.au 11 YOUR BUSINESS LEGAL Companies vs Businesses: The liabilities for directors and owners. John Greenhalgh, Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors

very person who trades in the market place is conducting a “Every business has a Ebusiness, whether they consider business structure falling themselves in that light or not. Every into one of three forms; business has a business structure falling into one of three forms; sole trad- sole trader, partnership or er, partnership or an incorporated an incorporated entity ...” entity, usually referred to as a company. Partnerships which are unincor- porated but trading under a business company, the rules against insolvent name often wrongly refer to them- trading being an obvious example. selves as a company when they are Directors are separate to the share more correctly described by the old holders and have duties to the pub- English title of “a firm” or “the firm”. lic, the company and share holders, Every business has a some of which may well conflict at structure, and determining Sole traders and partnerships, wheth- times. what type of business you er trading under registered business own is a bit tricky. John names or not, are subject to absolute Shareholders who are also the direc- Greenhalgh sheds some liability for any debts, loss or damag- tors of private companies have re- light on what exactly a es they may incur or cause to others. sponsibilities and potential liabilities ‘sole trader’, “partnership’ Partners in a firm are as responsible too complex to begin to cover in a and ‘company’ entails for all the acts of the other partners short article. There are times when in that firm as if they themselves had even non director shareholders could done those acts. In any case of part- be held liable for the company’s nership it is best to assume that you acts. Mostly this would involve some are absolutely at risk unless you have form of deliberate conspiracy by the qualified legal advice to the contra- shareholders to subvert the law. ry. If you have any doubts about your Incorporated entities, companies in business structure or do not under- the true sense, are “persons” in their stand the liabilities you may be ex- own right. The company stands and posed to, obtain detailed advice survives separately to the existence from your legal and financial advis- or otherwise of its shareholders and ers. Always ask before making any directors, although it can only act changes or engaging in any activity through agents and make decisions with which you feel uncomfortable. through its members and directors. In business an ounce of prevention The company can be held liable in really is worth more than a pound of circumstances where the sharehold- cure. ers are protected. The original reason for forming companies was to limit If you have any business or legal the liability of the shareholders to the questions, please contact John value of their shareholding. This is true Greenhalgh: p: (07) 5444 1022 whether the company is a private e: [email protected] or listed company. Protection from liability is not absolute however. Di- rectors have a very complex set of regulations governing when they are personally liable for the actions of the

12 Australian Window Association June 2010 YOUR BUSINESS HR Profile Assessments: Imagine Great People! David Esler, Kaizen Executive Good employee productivity is essential to the success of a company. David Esler explains how profile assessments can improve your overall company productivity with added benefits

ou have probably heard the profitability. Innovative JobFit™ tech- joke where a manager is asked nology measures essential data an Yhow many people work in his employer needs to make better hir- company and he replies “ah – only ing, training, managing and promot- about half of them”. It may seem ing decisions. Our profile assessments funny at the time, but it’s no laughing employ advanced online technology matter when you look at a statistic that predicts job suitability and accu- that says 61% of employees are not rately matches people with the work fully engaged employees, putting in they do. quantify the critical success attributes the time but not the energy or pas- of your proven high performers and sion into their work. We all must ques- The practice of benchmarking has use this information to establish each tion why? been used in business for decades, candidate’s degree of JobFit. Assess- but not when it comes to JobFit™ and ments will also provide comprehen- Well, think about this for a moment! the work that we expect our employ- sive information about the candidate How many of you have purchased ees to do. Profile assessments give that cannot be gained by interview- a piece of capital equipment for a you customised Job Match patterns, ing and will deliver customised be- large sum of money; say $40,000 and suggest relevant interview questions havioural interview questions for each when the equipment arrives you do when recruiting, will yield a percent- candidate when recruiting. not even get an operator manual or age match when comparing candi- any key instructions on how to get dates or current aspiring employees •Retaining high performers - Profile the best result out of this piece of to your top performers and provides assessments help develop the future equipment. I would doubt you would a detailed positive analysis of the in- succession and career plans for your let that happen! Now let me take dividuals you assess. business. Knowing who fits the posi- that example and change it to hu- tion and what coaching is required man capital; our most valued asset. Why use profile assessments? can be critical to the future career I bet that very few of you have even Profile assessments are used for a prospects of your employees. It is ac- thought about getting guidance on thorough analysis of people, job re- cepted that “people leave people how to manage that new, or up and sponsibilities and job match. It is an (managers), they do not leave com- coming, employee. They just arrive extremely valuable management panies”, therefore by improving the or get on with their job, without us as tool that will help you build a stronger, people management skills of all man- managers actually taking the time to more productive organisation and to agers and/or supervisors, there will be understand their key drivers and what reach your important goals, because an increased retention rate of high will help them deliver the best results you are putting the best people on performing staff. for both parties. the bus and in the right roles. More specifically, profile assessments will Profile assessments and JobFit™ In my last article I touched on profile assist with: benchmarking are now best practice; assessments and our benchmarking whether it is for recruiting, sales force tools and with the number of ques- •An Improved Return On Investment effectiveness, individual coaching or tions that I received after that article, (ROI) - When you consider that a high building company succession plans. I thought I had better provide more performer is nearly twice as produc- Kaizen Executive provides organisa- information to our readers. tive as a poor performer, by increas- tions with the management tools and ing the success rate of employing guidance to achieve the results out- What are profile assessments and high performers and dramatically lined above. why benchmark? increasing the performance of poor Profile assessments are an instrument performers, your ROI will increase. David Esler is the Principle of Kaizen used to put people in the right jobs. Executive. If you are looking for more They help managers lead, coach •Recruiting high performers - You information, contact David on 0420 and motivate staff effectively and will increase the success rate of em- 905 580 or visit his website at www. help all employees direct their efforts ploying high performers significantly kaizenexec.com.au to achieve greater productivity and and be in a position to identify and

June 2010 www.awa.org.au 13 The DR1000/2000 commercial roller series is manufactured from an engineered polymer, offering superior corrosion resistance strength and durability. Designed to suit standard commercial applications and compatible with standard commercial suite bottom rails, and residential suites. • Fully adjustable carriage gives 10mm height adjustment

• Precision ground “ZZ” bearing for extra smooth action.

• A full dust seal to protect the bearings from contamination and corrosion.

• New Ryvelin 50 moulded polymer tyre for better grip for less wear and track damage.

• Passivated cast metal inner carriage for superior weight holding performance.

• Various carriages available to suit different extrusion proﬁles.

• Stainless steel adjusting screw and nut.

• Addressing the need for consistent performance under heavier sliding doors - DR1000 up to 100kg, DR2000 up to 200kg load capacity.

• Cycle Rating of 30,000 cycles.

• 7 year warranty.

Sydney (02) 9609 2555 Brisbane (07) 3865 7637 Melbourne (03) 9587 3195 Perth (08) 9248 4133 Adelaide (08) 8443 3370 Newcastle (02) 4956 8508 Townsville (07) 4779 5122 Darwin (08) 8947 4668 Auckland +64 9415 5535 [email protected] www.doric.com.au 14 Australian Window Association June 2010 Partners in Fenestration since 1972

DR2000 -1000_ad-1.indd 1 12/02/2010 4:18:02 PM BUSHFIRE FEATURE

A New Standard in Bushfire Safety & Insulating Peformance German Window Manufacturer, Kömmerling provide insights to their new range of bushfire resistant windows profiles - Gold 70 and PremiDoor - that now complies with the revised Australian Bushfire Standard, AS3959:2009 and AS1530.8.1:2007 ushfires are natural phenomena help home owners balance the need and as such are unpredictable for bushfire safety with aesthetic Bin their intensity, duration and freedom. There is no need for specific progress. The ability of a house to metal screens or bushfire resistant survive a passing bushfire becomes shutters, and home occupants can very important. Until now there continue to reap the benefits of has been no readily acceptable windows and doors, such as natural window and door solution which light, ventilation and unobstructed combines energy efficient and views to the outdoors. sustainable performance solutions, but also proven additional bushfire PVC-U profile - The best performance resistance. for insulating capacity Standards AS 4420 and AS 2047. They The PVC-U window and door profile are tested according to NFRC Rating Gold 70 and PremiDoor, the bushfire systems make the house also more and are WERS tested. KÖMMERLING resistant profiles from KÖMMERLING comfortable and energy efficient by fully support the Government have been designed specially for improving the thermal insulation of approach to reduce the greenhouse use in Australia’s bushfire areas to the home. The occupants can benefit gases to windows. help protect both human life and from savings on air conditioning in property. summer, heating in winter and on Advantages of PVC-U window energy bills all year round. and door profiles systems from The PVC-U window and door profile KÖMMERLING: systems from KÖMMERLING were The material of the structural frame • Tested and certified bushfire successfully tested to requirements influences the thermal insulation of resistance according to AS of AS 3959: 2009 and AS 1530.8.1: the window and directly the energy 3959: 2009 and AS 1530.8.1: 2007 The DR1000/2000 commercial roller series is 2007 – construction of buildings in consumption or the CO2 emissions. including BAL 40 manufactured from an engineered polymer, offering bushfire-prone areas. Gold 70 and Laboratory Department in Spain has • Protection against radiant heat PremiDoor also passed the standard tested the materials PVC, aluminium and embers attack superior corrosion resistance strength and durability. Designed including Bushfire Attack Level 40. The and wood and the most efficient is • Energy efficiency and sound to suit standard commercial applications and compatible with standard tests were realised in association with PVC! insulating performance greenline: commercial suite bottom rails, and residential suites. Viridian PyroGuard 40 TM Glass. Lead free stabilised material Of course The KÖMMERLING PVC-U • Steel reinforcements for maximum • Fully adjustable carriage gives 10mm height adjustment The PVC-U window and door systems window and door systems fulfil structural performance, security from KÖMMERLING are designed to the requirements of the Australian and durability. • Precision ground “ZZ” bearing for extra smooth action.

• A full dust seal to protect the bearings from contamination and corrosion. Electrical CO2 emissions Total Material % of total Window consumption Glass PVC Steel Aluminium (kg) recycled material • New Ryvelin 50 moulded polymer tyre for better grip for less wear and track damage. (kWh) • Passivated cast metal inner carriage for superior weight holding performance. Recycled PVC (30% with double glazing 1.74 730 21.4 21 6.7 49.2 93.40% • Various carriages available to suit different extrusion proﬁles. Recycled PVC (0%) with double glazing 1780 742 21.4 21 6.7 49.2 93.40% • Stainless steel adjusting screw and nut. Timber with double glazing 2045 886 21.4 21.4 61.00% • Addressing the need for consistent performance under heavier sliding doors - DR1000 Timber up to 100kg, DR2000 up to 200kg load capacity. with single glazing 2633 1155 10.7 10.7 45.00% • Cycle Rating of 30,000 cycles. Recycled Alum.(30%) with break & double glazing 3244 1418 21.4 40.8 62.2 94.10% • 7 year warranty. Recycled Alum. (0%) with break & double glazing 3819 1672 21.4 40.8 62.2 94.10% Recycled Alum. (30%) Sydney (02) 9609 2555 Brisbane (07) 3865 7637 without break & double glazing 3838 1681 21.4 40.8 62.2 94.10% Melbourne (03) 9587 3195 Perth (08) 9248 4133 Recycled Alum. (0%) Adelaide (08) 8443 3370 Newcastle (02) 4956 8508 without break & double glazing 4413 1935 21.4 40.8 62.2 94.10% Townsville (07) 4779 5122 Darwin (08) 8947 4668 Source : Environmental Modelling Laboratory Department of the Universtitat Politecnica de Catalunya in Spain Auckland +64 9415 5535 [email protected] www.doric.com.au June 2010 www.awa.org.au 15 Partners in Fenestration since 1972

DR2000 -1000_ad-1.indd 1 12/02/2010 4:18:02 PM THE MARKET HOUSING Renovations – Have They Turned The Corner? Harley Dale, Chief Economist HIA

he second half of 2009 may have around mid last year. As households marked the beginning of a sus- saw evidence develop that there Ttained rebound in renovations in- was actually some capital gain com- vestment. In the final quarter of 2009 ing back into the largest asset many even New South Wales was showing of them own – their own home – then signs of recovery and renovations in spending on renovations began to Australia’s premier state had been in recover. trend decline since 2004! Having fallen by 6 per cent at the end Renovations investment in Australia of 2008, remained flat in the March fell in 2008/09 following two consecu- 2009 quarter, and then dropped by tive years of relatively healthy growth. 10 per cent in mid 2009, total invest- With the recovery underway, The 4 per cent decline in 2008/09 (to ment in renovations increased by 13 Harley Dale,discusses a more a worth of $31.2 billion) occurred per cent in the September 2009 quar- promising outlook for the amidst misguided but often quoted ter and by a further 7 per cent in the renovations sector, driven predictions of a looming house price December 2009 quarter. Standing at by a recovering economy, crash and of unemployment rates over $34 billion in annualised worth as improving labour market topping 8 per cent before heading at the end of last year, renovations conditions, and rising home higher still. activity was at a record level. values. This poor combination for house The recovery is also no small thing prices and unemployment rates did from the perspective that renova- not eventuate, a fact that was be- tions activity accounts for nearly half coming increasingly apparent from the total housing industry pie and a large chunk of that is higher value, major renovations projects.

Evidence of a recovery being underway in major alterations and addi- tions, which are those projects worth over $10,000 per job, is still patchy. There was at least a modest recovery in aggregate for these projects from around the middle of last year. This is an important segment of the market. The most popular major renovation jobs are ground floor extensions and upper floor extensions (followed by kitchen and bathroom renovations). Should higher end property prices continue to out-perform the lower and middle segments of the market, as has occurred over 2010 to date, then a decent recovery in major renovation projects is highly likely.

As I noted above, one of the key driv-

16 Australian Window Association June 2010 THE MARKET HOUSING

ers of the turnaround in renovations occurred in capital cities. much lower in Europe and are set to activity was relatively strong house climb rather than fall. price growth. As households observe There are still a number of supply side significant appreciation in the value constraints pervading the new home There was an upswing in the unem- of the family home, they will be more building market, particularly in New ployment rate in April of this year, inclined to leverage off that capital South Wales and Queensland. These reflecting job losses that were occur- gain and invest in alterations and ad- constraints relate to land supply, tax- ring in the part-time segment of the ditions. According to Rismark Interna- ation, infrastructure charges, plan- labour market. The number of persons tional, the most reputable source for ning systems, skilled labour shortages, employed in full-time jobs was still home price information in Australia, and a lack of available credit. These advancing. Furthermore the driving house prices increased by 11.1 per constraints limit the rate of growth factor behind a moderate increase cent across Australia’s capital cities in new construction but, perversely, in the unemployment rate was more in 2009, including a rise of 11.4 per boost the demand for renovations people re-entering the workforce to cent in Sydney. and maintain upward pressure on actively look for employment. existing home values. The momentum continued in the first In short, there is now a more prom- quarter of 2010 with a 4.5 per cent The outlook for renovations invest- ising outlook for the renovations rise in capital city house prices and ment is also buoyed by better than sector than has been the case for a 3.4 per cent increase in capital expected labour market conditions. some time, driven by a recovering city unit prices. Growth in higher end The unemployment rate peaked in economy, improving labour market properties out-paced that evident Australia at less than 6 per cent and conditions, and rising home values. for middle and lower markets. Re- is currently sitting at 5.4 per cent. Un- HIA is forecasting that investment in gional markets also experienced rel- employment rates are less than 6 per renovations will grow by 7 per cent in atively healthy growth in home val- cent in every state and territory. In 2009/10, 4 per cent in 2010/11, and ues through much of 2009 and into the United Kingdom and the United by a further 4 per cent in 2011/12. The 2010, although the rate of growth has States unemployment rates are at renovations market is forecast to be tended to be lower than what has or close to 10 per cent. They are not worth nearly $36 billion by 2011/12.

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eynaers Aluminium develops Reynaers satisfies the interna- and sells innovative and sustain- tional ISO 9001:2000 quality Rable aluminium profiles for the standard. building sector. Reynaers profiles are processed by fabricators and con- Facilities and Distribution struction companies into windows, Our facilities include ware- doors, sliding modules, conserva- houses totaling 90,000m² over tories, façades, skylights and sun- 8 distribution centers in Europe screening systems. We develop in- which allows us to deliver and novative and sustainable aluminium install approx 2.0 million m² of solutions that increase the architec- façade every year. tural value and enhance the living and working environment of buildings On average, we process 13500 for both the residential (new build orders every month and work and renovation) and project market with over 4000 partners world- (apartments, office buildings, hotels, wide. shopping centers, public buildings, schools, hospitals, etc.). Reynaers Aluminium organizes the distribution of the profiles : A reliable partner • daily transport with 5 Rey- Established in 1965 by Jan Reynaers naers trucks + 2 external and headquartered in Duffel (Bel- trucks for Belux customers. gium), Reynaers Aluminium has of- • There is a daily transport fices in over 30 countries in Europe, to the Netherlands, France and Insulation and surface treatment Middle-East, Asia and Australia. The Germany. The insulation of aluminium profiles company exports to over 60 coun- • There is a 2-weekly transport to requires a lot of know-how and ex- tries worldwide and our international Poland, UK and Switzerland. perience. In order to ensure the high- approach allows us to regularly ex- • There is a weekly transport to Ire- est quality, Reynaers created its own tend our product range by offering land. insulation company, ERAP. Reynaers solutions that are suitable for local • Export markets are delivered on Aluminium systems are insulated with markets. request. glass fibre-reinforced polyamide strips in order to obtain optimal thermal The Reynaers Group has experienced Research and Development properties. ERAP is located in the main massive growth in the last 20 years. Reynaers Aluminium puts enormous warehouse of Duffel and the profiles In 2008 we achieved a turnover of investment into research and devel- are directly insulated on site (capac- 26,707 tons of aluminium products opment to maintain its position at ity : approx 40-70 profiles / hour). with 1144 employees. the forefront of the industry. We work closely with architects and building For the surface treatment of the pro- Reynaers Aluminium owes its leading contractors all over the world, devel- files we collaborate with carefully position to its constant investments oping systems and solutions for total selected painting companies that in the research and development of façade construction– from the de- strictly adhere to our standards and market-oriented products. Thanks to sign concept through to manufac- regulations. an advanced logistical approach ture and installation. we succeed in supplying our custom- Corporate Social Responsibility ers very efficiently from our various Reynaers Aluminium’s high-perform- Reynaers Aluminium ensures its fi- distribution centers. ance window, door and curtain- nancial success by integrating social walling systems are developed with and environmental considerations the aim of enhancing the energy-ef- into all its activities. We consider so- ficiency, design, comfort and safety cially responsible entrepreneurship of buildings. They are all tested to the to be inherent to doing business and relevant standards for thermal per- have been practicing values such as formance, as well as air, wind and sustainable development, integrity, water tightness. The product range dialogue, honesty and social com- also includes specific fire-resistant, mitment from the creation of the burglar resistant and bulletproof solu- company. tions.

June 2010 www.awa.org.au 19 THE FERRARI EXPERIENCE

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL CHALLENGES FOR THE FUNNEL : • The curtain wall was installed on a 3D space frame that allows certain move- PROJECT TIMELINE Location: YAS Island, Abu Dhabi ment, so the curtain wall had to allow enough dilatation to take up movements. Architect: Benoy architects • With the predetermined shape we also needed to solve movement, connections February 2008: Reynaers offi ce: Reynaers Middle East with transoms which come under different angles, anchoring and of course AWW First design meeting with façade Fabricator: JAP performance. designer (JAP) Reynaers systems: CW86 based OSdesign (Shield façade, 18.000m2) • At the bottom we start with 30 panels to make a full circle, at 1/3 of the construc- August 2008: New OSdesign (Funnel façade 11.000m2) tion we need 60 panels and at 2/3 we need 120 panels. First die drawings of the Funnel façade • Most of the panels are trapezoidal and three dimensional in shape. September 2008: ABOUT THE PROJECT • Organize AWW tests according to the highest European Standards. This resulted in the design of a new insulated system which is exceptional for a system company. First die drawings of the Shield façade Ferrari Experience is part of the Yas Island development in Abu Dhabi. Yas Island occupies a total land area of October 2008: 2,5000 hectares, of which 1,700 hectares will be claimed for the development. TECHNICAL CHALLENGES FOR THE SHIELD: First offi cial order The Ferrari Theme Park is a branded themed entertainment destination offering a range of 24 themed attractions • Allow the facade for 3 dimensional regulation. November 2008: for the entire family. The 70-meter-high G Force tower is one of the most exciting rides you can enjoy. For the First • Fix the curtain wall to the main outside steel structure. First deliveries to test center by air cargo time, a twin roller coaster ride allows you and a companion to race against each other. You can go-kart, enjoy rally • Organize AWW tests according to the highest European Standards. driving and dune buggies in the theme park. It also offers an 18 screen theatre complex and a multitude of food and • Design the profi les based on the existing Reynaers insulated unitized system CW86. November 2008: beverage outlets. Testing of Funnel façade element TECHNICAL CHALLENGES FOR THE WALK WAY: The Island will feature attractions such as: a world-class motor sports racetrack, signature hotels, the Ferrari World, December 2008: • Combine steel clad with aluminium. water park, development of 300,000 sqm retail area, parkland, golf courses, lagoon hotels, marinas, polo clubs, Testing of Shield façade element • Integrate lights in the front bull nose. apartments, villas and numerous food & beverage outlets that will create a unique international tourist destination. • Provide an architectural cleaning solution. April 2009: • Design the front bull nose in several profi les fi tting together. Final delivery of complete materials

ABOUT THE CURTAIN WALL June 2009: Installation of last Shield element The curtain wall façades of the Ferrari Experience project are made of two major parts: the FUNNEL and the SHIELD (which includes an additional steel WALKWAY with a large aluminium bull nose that accepts light ﬁ xtures). July 2009: For aesthetical reasons, curtain wall façades have different inner and outer colors. The buildings roof design Installation of last Funnel element resembles the shape of the Yas Island logo and reminds of the innovation and style characteristics associated to the famous sports car brand. In order to realize this bespoke landmark project, Reynaers Aluminium successfully developed more than 30 new proﬁ les, 12 new gaskets and accessories. Because of the particular shape of the funnel, the curtain wall façade was installed on a 3D space frame. The shield was also special since the curtain wall was anchored to the outside steel structure.

Starting from down upwards, the funnel grows wider. It will need 30 panels to complete its lowest circle multiplying into 60 and 120 to complete its middle and upper circles. This challenge is solved by insertion of triangular shapes.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Building or Renovating? Get inspired by Reynaers! REYNAERS ALUMINIUM NV/SA AUSTRALIA WWW-ALU-INSPIRATION.COM Oude Liersebaan 266 - B-2570 Duffel 133 Wiltshire Drive Kew - 3101 VIC t +32 15 30 85 00 - f + 32 15 30 86 00 t +61 (3)98 52 90 30 - f +61 (3)98 52 90 32 For additional information on others bespoke solutions provided by Reynaers, please visit: www.reynaers.com - [email protected] www.reynaers.com.au - [email protected] WWW.REYNAERS-SOLUTIONS.COM June 2010 www.awa.org.au 21 OUR MEMBERS Double (Glazed) Vision

Miglas High Performance natol Miglas is passionate dominated the scene at the time. As Windows have been at the about high performance win- a small family business, I knew we top of their game since 1968. Adows. weren’t going to be able to hold Proud owner, Anatol Miglas, onto our market by simply providing shows how Miglas High “In my opinion, single glazing should the same products as everyone else,” Performance Windows went be banned in Australia as it is in most says Anatol. from the humble beginnings countries! Environmentally it is crazy of a timber joinery to a niche and in terms of comfort we might as As a result, in 1985 Miglas expanded company specialising in well live in tents.” its operation. In addition to its origi- double glazed windows & nal Bayswater site, it established a doors Since taking over the business es- separate enterprise in Montrose spe- tablished by his father in 1968, the cifically to develop energy efficient director of Miglas High Performance high performance windows. Travel- Windows has transformed what was ling overseas, Anatol was inspired by originally a traditional timber joinery European and American energy ef- operation into a niche company that ficient window designs. In particular, focuses solely on double glazed win- he was impressed with the perform- dows and doors. ance of composite windows in the US and returned home intent on design- It was as an apprentice that Anatol ing a similar product for the Australian first saw the opportunity to develop a market. better performing window. “Individually, aluminium and timber “When I was out doing service calls I both have their pros and cons. Com- began to notice that a lot of people bining the best features of both – the weren’t maintaining or painting their durability and low maintenance qual- timber windows. That’s what first alert- ities of aluminium and the thermal ef- ed me to the need for, if not a better ficiency of timber – stood out as the performing window, at least a more perfect solution for improved window durable window product.” performance,” says Anatol.

“Another motivating factor was that I In 1992, Miglas installed a double wanted to distinguish Miglas from the glazing line and later the same year larger, volume driven companies that released its Ali-Clad range of double

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glazed windows and doors to the ing energy regulations have had a Australian market. Not only were they significant impact on the IGU market. the first local company to capture the advantages of combining timber “The market has definitely gathered and aluminium framing, they were momentum. While a large part of also one of the first to manufacture this can be attributed to regulation, double glazed windows and doors. we now have clients wanting to build homes that allow them to minimise “At the time there was only a hand- their carbon footprint, who have al- ful of other IGU manufacturers in the ready done their research and are country and Ali-Clad was the first resi- well versed in the benefits of double dential, double glazed window de- glazing. Gone are the days of having sign to be developed and released to explain what it even means.” in Australia,” shares Anatol. Last year Miglas expanded their of- “In the early days people thought I fer with the development of Miglas was a bit eccentric and I received FireGuard 40™, the first window and quite a lot of criticism as many thought door system available in Australia to there was no market. There was a provide a complete bushfire resist- widespread lack of understanding ance solution for up to and including, and people asking ‘why do we possi- BAL-40. Based on Ali-Clad, the prod- bly need double glazing in Australia?’ uct features a composite frame and Sustainable Windows Alliance (SWA), Double glazing was wrongly associat- Viridian PyroGuard 40™ IGU. following its in-depth study into the ed with extreme temperatures only.” impact of windows on residential en- “We were first alerted to the poten- ergy efficiency. The findings prove Anatol approached these miscon- tial of Ali-Clad to be developed into beyond a doubt that high perform- ceptions by showing clients the single a bushfire resistant product soon after ance windows are critical to a build- glazed and double glazed products the Black Saturday tragedy. Bill Gale, ing’s energy efficiency. The SWA’s side by side and explaining the ben- now head of Kinglake Ranges Com- results illustrate that a home can efits of double glazing in an effort to munity Recovery Committee, had Ali- achieve an increase of 2 – 2.5 stars by change their mindset. Clad windows in his home and they simply going from the worst-perform- withstood the fire. In the windows that ing windows to the best-performing “Over time, I found those who em- did break, the inner pane stayed in- windows, which in many instances braced double glazing would come tact; Bill strongly felt it was the dou- means double glazed. back years later, say when they were ble glazing that saved his house. It building a new house, and having became evident to us that the use Chairman of the Insulating Glass experienced the benefits first hand of double glazing not only provided Manufacturers Association (IGMA), were adamant they would never go high thermal efficiency but also a Sandro Ianni, agrees that double back to single glazed windows,” says double barrier against bushfire and glazing is on the rise. Anatol. ember attacks,” explains Anatol. “The new 6-star energy regulations Not long after, Miglas stopped manu- Having devoted his life to high per- present enormous opportunities for facturing single glazed products all formance windows, with the growing our industry. Consequently, it is vital together in order to focus solely on prevalence of double glazing, is Ana- that we ensure the quality of prod- double glazing. tol concerned about competition? uct manufactured in Australia meets world standard. A double glazed unit “The decision to focus exclusively on “Competition, and certainly direct can have a lifespan of more than 30 double glazing was based on design competition, is not a major concern years with a quality unit and the cor- flexibility. There is such a different re- of ours. At the end of the day we’re a rect installation,” says Sandro. “We bate required for the two that it made high quality and flexible window man- will be working closely with the AWA sense to focus our resources on dou- ufacturer. We have picked a specific and window fabricators nationally to ble glazing. The market had matured market to target and I’m confident assist them in indentifying quality sys- enough that we were able to make that we’ve proved ourselves to be tems and best installation practices. that decision,” says Anatol. “Holden leaders in that niche.” We strongly recommend when pur- doesn’t make FJs anymore and we chasing IGU’s that they are sourced don’t do single glazing!” Anatol’s belief in high performance from your local IGMA member, to windows has been backed up by ensure they are manufactured to the Anatol says recent changes in build- findings recently released from the Australian Standard “.

June 2010 www.awa.org.au 23 OUR MEMBERS Flat Glass Industries: The Group, The Company

FGI’s competent lat Glass Industries Limited was ucts compliant to the Australian management team and established in 1984 in Sydney’s Standards. industry experienced staff of FSouth East and is a reputable and • Multi site locations and large many years of experience well respected business in the glass modern truck fleet for National in the industry, have made sector. “FGI” acquired other estab- distribution. them a reputable and well lished businesses on the Eastern Sea • Full cycle project leadership sup- respected business in the Board with long standing achieve- port and supply coordination. Sydney’s South East. Flat Glass ments in their respective fields. These • Personalised and dedicated ac- Industries provide an indepth include Burnbridge Glass Pty Ltd in count management and cus- look at what the company Newcastle established 1953, Alterna- tomer support. offers to customers. tive Glass Supplies in Melbourne established in 1991, RTK Industries in Mel- New Product Range bourne established in 1984, Star-Plug Pty Ltd in Sydney established in 1987, and Trident Hardware since 2001.

Klymet™ Control Klymet Control, insulated glass units provide excellent insulation without sacrificing transparency, whilst minimising unwanted noise and improv- “FGI” the “Group”, knows people are ing inside privacy. Klymet Control pro- usually the critical factor driving the vides the ultimate in climate insulation success of a company. FGI is fortu- and solar control, substantially reduc- nate to have a competent manage- ing heating and cooling cost and en- ment team and staff with many years hancing overall occupancy comfort. of experience in the industry. Klymet Control units can incorporate combinations of processed clear, “FGI” is fully Australian owned and in- tinted, reflective, coloured and Low E tends to increase its business through glasses, and can be filled with argon organic growth and strategically- gas for superior performance. aligned acquisition opportunities.

“FGI Group”, covers the complete Klymetshield® Low E spectrum of glass requirements for Klymetshield Low E coated glass is the commercial and residential in- designed to improve thermal insu- dustries; from float to laminated and lation in both summer and winter. safety toughened glass, custom lami- Klymetshield Low E has a thin metallic nated, to energy efficient glass and coating (pyrolitic hard coat) on the insulated glass units. Glass in clear, glass that reflects thermal radiation tinted, reflective, painted, screen or inhibits its emissions reducing heat printed and low emissivity (Low E) transfer through the glass. Our Klymet- combinations. shield product range is designed to reflect the radiation rather than ab- FGI services include; sorbing it, therefore improving per- • In-house state of the art manu- formance resulting in a lower U-value. facturing technologies. “The lower the U-value the better the • Full scale glass processing capa- performance.” Klymetshield Low E is bilities. available in tinted, clear, reflective • Quality, accredited glass prod- and laminated glass.

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June 2010 www.awa.org.au 25 PRODUCTS Offering Sustainable Solutions: Fibre Composite Pultrusion Exel Composites has served the industry of fibre composites for over 20 Years. Frank Rosselli provides an insight on fibre composites and the Pultrusion process, providing us with a better understanding of this process and the economical benefits for the industry.

INTRODUCTION Composites Basics forming die using a continuous pull- ultrusion is an automated In its most basic form, a composite ing device. The reinforcement mate- manufacturing process for pro- material is one which is composed rials are in continuous forms such as Pducing continuous lengths of of at least two elements working to- rolls of fibreglass mat or doffs of fibre- Fibre-Reinforced Plastic (FRP) struc- gether to produce material proper- glass roving. As the reinforcements tural shapes that have a constant ties that are different to the proper- are saturated with the resin mixture cross-section. Since the process is ties of those elements on their own. (“wet-out”) in the resin impregnator automated and allows the ability In practice, most composites consist and pulled through the die, the gela- to control the amount of resin and of a bulk resin material (the ‘mation (or hardening) of the resin is initi- reinforcement to manufacture the trix’), and a reinforcement of some ated by the heat from the die and a profile, pultruded products result in kind, added primarily to increase rigid, cured profile is formed that cor- consistent quality with well defined the strength and stiffness of the resin responds to the shape of the die. mechanical properties. The Build- matrix. This reinforcement is usually ing, Construction and Infrastructure in fibre form. In the context of using While pultrusion machine design var- (BC&I) industry have used fibre com- a pultruded fibre composite for win- ies with part geometry, the basic pul- posites for the past 30 years in small dow or door frame lineals, glass-fibres trusion process concept is shown in doses. As fibre composites and its are commonly used. Figure 1.0. manufacturing processes have be- come more acceptable, the build- Resin Pulling Cut-Off 3 Impregnator 4 Unit Unit 5 ing industry is learning more about Roving Doffs the benefits of fibre composites over metals and is looking for more applications where they offer its unique properties. Exel Composites (previously known as Pacific Composites) has served this industry for 20 years with products such as cable ladders, stairways and treads; cooling towers for sites where water quality prohibits the use of conventional concrete or timber towers and structural profiles Reinforcement used to build entire elevated plat- 1 (Fibres) forms to resist harsh chemicals. The water industry, particularly waste Die/ Tool 2 and desalination plants have ben- efited from replacing stainless steel Figure 1.0: Schematic of a pultrusion machine. with fibre composites. Fibre Compos- FUNDAMENTALS OF PULTRUSION The creels position the reinforcements ite pultrusions have provided cost- Pultrusion is a fibre composite man- for subsequent feeding into the effective solutions over stainless steel ufacturing process for producing guides. The reinforcement must be when considering life-cycle costs continuous lengths of FRP structural located properly within the compos- and OHS issues. See Figure 2.0 for shapes. Raw materials include a liq- ite and controlled by the reinforce- typical structural profiles used in the uid resin mixture (containing resin, fill- ment guides. The resin impregnator BC&I industries. This article provides a ers and specialised additives) and re- saturates (wets out) the reinforce- brief summary on the pultrusion proc- inforcing fibres. The process involves ment with a solution containing the ess to better understand why it is an pulling these raw materials (rather resin, fillers, pigment, and catalyst economical process for the building than pushing as is the case in extru- plus any other additives required. industry. sion of metals) through a heated steel The interior of the resin impregnator

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is carefully designed to optimize the composite profiles E23 and E17, given “wet-out” (complete saturation) of in Table 1.0. “Fibre composites the reinforcements. pultrusions have provided While referring to the elastic modu- cost-effective solutions On exiting the resin impregnator, the lus of a full section, the classification over stainless steel when reinforcements are organised and implies a set of minimal mechanical considering life-cycle positioned for the eventual place- requirements for the composing lami- costs and OHS issues ...” ment within the cross-section shape nate, vital for structural design. Most by the preformer. The preformer is an structural profiles (channels, angles, I- array of tooling which squeezes away beams, tubes) are of E23 quality. The excess of 1,000 MPa are achievable. excess resin as the product is moving ‘Eurocomp Design Guide’, is an inte- Considerable design freedom can forward and gently shapes the ma- grated industry effort, providing the be achieved by tailoring the mate- terials prior to entering the die. In the design rules and calculation formulas rial properties to suit the application. die the thermosetting reaction is heat to conceive safe structures made out Some properties are determined pri- activated (energy is primarily sup- of fibre composites. marily by the resin and others by the plied electrically) and the composite reinforcement. is cured (hardened). Synthetic surfacing veil and ultraviolet inhibitors are standard for these prod- On exiting the die, the cured profile is ucts since in most cases, these profiles pulled to the saw for cutting to length. are exposed to prolonged UV light It is necessary to cool the hot part and harsh chemicals. It is crucial that before it is gripped by the pull block the designer apply the appropriate (made of durable urethane foam) to factors of safety to these minimum prevent cracking and/or deforma- values to ensure environmental and tion by the pull blocks. Two distinct life-cycle conditions are accounted pulling systems are used: a caterpillar for. For window and door profiles, it is counter-rotating type and a hand- recommended that they are painted over-hand reciprocating type. with a two-pack polyurethane sys- Figure 2.0: Pultruded structural tem. In addition, Exel Composites is profiles used in the BC&I industries. PULTRUDED FIBRE-COMPOSITE happy to offer design services to help PROPERTIES design your window or door profiles. CONCLUSIONS Structural Profiles Pultruded fibre composites are made To design and build safe structures, en- Features of Pultruded Products to a standard and its material proper- gineers need profiles with reliable and The combination of reinforcement ies are well known. This offers con- standardized mechanical properties. and resin needs to be selected to pro- fidence to the building, construc- In co-operation with leading Europe- vide a range of properties to suit the tion and infrastructure industries that an manufacturers of composite pro- design requirements. On a weight for it can design a structure with little files, a standard was developed, EN weight basis, pultrusions are stronger knowledge of composites. Exel Com- 13 706 standard. This standard speci- than steel, by varying the type and posites has also prepared a design fies minimal quality performances orientation of the reinforcements, manual that allows a non-composites and rules of good workmanship and various mechanical properties can engineer to design with pultrusions as identifies two categories of structural be obtained and tensile strengths in he / she would with conventional materials. Property Unit E23 E17 Full Section test GPa 23 17 Tension Modulus – Axial GPa 23 17 Tension Modulus – Transverse GPa 7 5 Tension Strength – Axial MPa 240 170

Tension Strength – Transverse MPa 50 30 For more information on Exel Com- Pin-Bearing Strength – Axial MPa 150 90 posites products please, contact Pin-Bearing Strength - Transverse MPa 70 50 Frank Rosselli on p: (03) 8727 9620 Flexural Strength – Axial MPa 240 170 a: 991 Mountain Highway, Boronia, Flexural Strength – Transverse MPa 100 70 VIC 3155, Australia. www.exelcomposites.com Interlaminar Shear Strength – Axial MPa 25 15

Table 1.0 EN 13 706 minimum mechanical properties for pultruded structural composite profiles.

June 2010 www.awa.org.au 27 NEWS Off to a Great Start Doric Motor Racing supports oric Products have beena a year in the V8 Supercar series. a number of Young Australian long time supporter of mot- Drivers in V8 Supercar, Dorsport in Australia primarily JB is driving a 1969 Boss Mustang in Moto Cross and Formula through Doric’s sponsorship in the V8 the Touring Car Masters series, a sup- Supercars series. porting category to the V8 Supercars Ford racing. With the recent which recreates an iconic era in Aus- sponsorship of Ducati Team in 2010 has seen Doric expand its motor- tralian motorsport with touring cars of the Australia Superbike Series, sport portfolio with sponsorship of the the pre 1977 era allowed to enter. Doric’s Motosport porfolio factory Ducati team in the Australian is commited to supporting Superbike Series and Motorsport leg- Round 1 of the series was held in Ad- Australian racing. end John Bowe in the ever popular elaide in March with JB finishing 17th, Touring Car Masters series.

With Motorsport being a passion for many of us in the building industry each edition of ‘Windows’ will keep you up to date with all the results of the Doric sponsored teams.

V8 Supercars - #47 Tim Slade Doric have been supporters of V8 Su- percars since 2004 and this year sees

2nd & 3rd in the opening 3 races of the championship to lie 6th in points heading to Winton (May 14-16) & Darwin (June 18-20)

Australian Superbike Championships - #27 Jamie Stauffer & #33 Jordan Burgess Doric has joined forces with the pres- tigious Ducati factory team in the Aus- them join forces with young gun Tim tralian Championship in 2010. Ducati, Slade in the #47 Wilson Security FG the world’s most iconic brand of Mo- Falcon. torcycle returns to racing in Australia after a 10 year absence. Slade is in his 2nd full season of V8 Supercars and started the season im- #27 Jamie Stauffer sits 4th in points af- pressively with a 14th & 13th place fin- ter 2 rounds with finishes of 4th & 2nd ish at the opening round of the sea- at the opening round in Phillip Island son in Abu Dhabi in February. being the highlight. Stauffer is joined by rookie Jordan Burgess, who is 10th Mechanical issues and lack of quali- in the championship. fying speed has hampered #47 Doric Racing Falcon with finishes of 16th in Upcoming for the Doric Ducati’s is New Zealand and 15th in Queens- Queensland Raceway on June 3-6. land being the highlight of the opening 5 rounds of the championship. Keep up to date with Doric Racing at Slade currently sits 20th in the drivers www.doricracing.com or get the lat- championship with upcoming rounds est news delivered to your inbox via at Winton (May 14-16), Darwin (June our mailing list, contact your Doric 18-20) & Townsville (July 9-11). representative for details.

Touring Car Masters - #18 John Bowe 2010 sees Australian motor sport leg- end John Bowe rejoin the Doric family. JB a 2 time Bathurst 1000 winner represented Doric in 2007 in his final

28 Australian Window Association June 2010 NEWS

Form & Function and DesignEX WA recently attended the DesignEx and Form & AFuction Exhibitions, held at the Sydney Convention Centre, Darling Harbour. These exhibtions enabled visitors to see, feel and experience the best in design that Australia and the world has to offer. AWA were proud to see many members exhibits, included were- AWS, Aneeta, Assa Abbloy, Centor Architectural, CSR, Decowood, Hafele, Lincoln Group, Magnetite, Market Makers, Safetyline Jalousie, Technoform ANZ, Trend Windows & Doors , Rylock, Vergola. and Wintec

Look who we found? (above) Along with many members we spotted, former WERS Supervisor, Mike Palin, along with the Trend boys roaming the exhibition. (L-R): Mike, Michael, Rey, Andy Trend Windows & Doors

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BDAV Windows & Glass Seminar

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Moen Glass Hosts Industry Night

n Thursday May 6th, Moen Glass having a standard toughened PVB OACT hosted its annual Industry laminate, the other being Sky Glass. Night. It is the key information forum 98kgs was lowered onto the PVB in the ACT and Southern NSW region laminate first, and the toughened for the glass and glazing industry. lites were broken one at a time. On breaking the second lite, the panel The event started with a welcoming fell straight from the frame under introduction from Vic Moen, before the weight. When the same actions handing over to the new General are performed with the Sky Glass Manager of Canberra, Rob Aird. the panel remains intact, even Guests were taken on a factory when staff were standing on it, and tour of their Mitchell manufacturing jumping up and down! facility, which was in was in full production during the tour and Guests then moved to The Marque our dedicated staff interacted Hotel where key industry information with guests to discuss key elements was presented by renowned of the production process. We guest speakers. Ben Phillips, Senior have pioneered many process Economist of Housing Industry management systems that were on Association (HIA) presented the For further information please display. Housing Industry Outlook for ACT. contact: www.moenglass.com.au Ben noted that the ACT economy Guests saw first hand the benefits is being driven by strong population New Release Job of Sky Glass compared to standard growth, an excellent construction PVB laminates. The first test, a economy and a government boost. Management destructive rig test similar to the Regional NSW markets continue to Solution for Window Australian Standards test shows improve, and the Wagga area how far a panel can deflect when again remains strong. Job markets Manufacturing and broken. With one lite of the Sky Glass are looking good and the approval Glazing Businesses panel broken, the glass deflects to for loans and dwellings is continuing 40mm and with the second lite to increase, with forecasts for a obsPlus has recently released its broken, it can deflect to 90mm. terrific rest of 2010 and beyond. Jlatest version of its job costing The second display simulated Sky Jamie Rice, Vice President and software for Window Manufacturing and Glazing businesses. Glass being used in an overhead Technical Committee chairman glazing application, with one side of the Australian Glass & Glazing The latest release includes interfaces Association (AGGA) gave an to V6, CRE8, supplier’s catalogues update on changes to Australian such as Alspec, Capral and others Standards, in particular AS1288, as well as linking to MYOB and AS/NZS 2208 and AS/NZS 4666; and QuickBooks. Gary Smith, Technical & Marketing Manager for Australian Window JobsPlus is a complete job Association (AWA) gave an costing & management solution specifically designed to suit Window overview on AWA activities, training Manufacturing and the Glass courses and presentations taking industry. JobsPlus features include; place in the ACT in 2010. quotes, jobs, scheduling, invoicing, purchase orders and stock control. A dinner function was then hosted JobsPlus caters for all jobs ranging by Moen Glass to provide a relaxed from small jobs through to large forum for guests to mingle and multi stage projects. network with their colleagues from this vibrant local industry. This is Further information is available at an annual event that is eagerly www.jobsplus.net.au or by calling anticipated by the industry. Graham Moore on 1800 777 000

June 2010 www.awa.org.au 31 NEWS

Austview: A Paarhammer moves to New Player in new Premises for 20th the NSW

Anniversary ustview Sashless windows com- Amenced operations in January ust in time for the 20th business 2007 saw the company becoming 2010, in the Sydney Suburb of Mort- Janniversary, Paarhammer is mov- the first FSC Chain of Custody ac- dale, to offer an alternative in the ing into their brand new manufac- credited window and door manu- Sydney and NSW regional sashless turing facilities. facturer in Victoria. Paarhammer’s window market. FSC products comply with the The company is offering the full With unprecedented growth in the highest social and environmental range of sashless windows in sin- demand for energy efficient win- standards on the market. 2007 was gle glazed 6mm, 8mm and 10mm dow and door products the com- also the year when Paarhammer de- and double glazed systems utilising pany outgrew the existing premises. signed and made their last kitchen. 18mm insulated glass units.

The new purpose designed facil- In early 2010 the window and door As a member of the Australian Win- ity, with many sustainable features, product range was tested and ap- dow Association, they offer win- was built over the past few months. proved for use in bushfire areas up dows that are NATA tested and comply with the Australian Stand- The new factory includes dramatic to and including Bushfire Attack ards. waste reduction, water harvesting Level 40 (BAL-40). In another first for and reduced energy needs through Australia, Paarhammer developed a All Windows have a double seal, insulation, energy and light manage- shutter system for BAL-FZ, Flame Zone making them the most airtight sash- ment. All windows and the façade which received approval to AS 3959- less windows on the market. are of course, double glazed. You 2009 after rigorous testing. are most welcome to visit. Austview Sashless, situated in Unit A new agent in WA has recently 4/83-85 Boundary Road, Mortdale, Milestones since Paarhammer’s joined our teams in SA and Tasma- is offering window companies prompt service; competitive pric- foundation: nia. And more space in the new fa- ing; and genuine back-up, on a Started in 1990 as ‘Design & Handi- cility will allow for further growth and supply and install service, in both craft Furniture’, the owners realized shorten delivery times. timber and aluminium sashless win- early on a need for energy efficient dows. European style windows and doors. For more information on Paarham- Handcrafted furniture was super- mer products please contact us on Architects, builders and window seded very successfully by kitchens. 1300 655 920 companies will be able to explore These were often featured in Home Austview’s new options such as: and Lifestyle Magazines. They soon water rated horizontal sashless, and the double hung automated changed the company name to window called ActionSashless (an ‘Paarhammer’ to allow for a diver- People Matters alternative to automated high sity of products. level windows). Austview Sashless Windows is at the cutting edge of In 1996 Paarhammer windows and ant to know more about sashless windows and its strength is doors contributed to a house at Wyour employees and how its service to clients Fairhaven which won the RAIA en- you can get them more engaged ergy award, scoring an amazing 51 in your business and its future The Austview Sashless team bring points on the HERS rating (21 more success, but were afraid to ask! twenty-seven years of experience, in the Glass and Sashless window than needed to achieve a 5 star rat- Read our article on page 12 and industry, to the new venture in Syd- ing). if you think we can help, we will ney. The Sydney team is driven by offer you 20% off your first profile the same desire to provide their In 2004 Paarhammer became a assessment. That is how sure we customers, in Sydney and Regional member of the Australian Window are that profile assessments and NSW, with innovative products and Association and has consistently benchmarking will work for you! quality customer service, which had the energy rated window (low- lead to the success of their Mel- est U-value of 1.4) on WERS. David Esler – Kaizen Executive bourne and Victorian operations. (0420) 905 580

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AWA Member: Sowing Seed of Spirit

f ever there was a project that Street) and I thought it Iembodies the title of the 1993 hit would be great if you “From Little Things Big Things Grow”, could get people sharing both literally and figuratively, it is a that feeling in a whole community garden. suburb.

From seedlings grow fresh food, “I would like to see gar- from garden maintenance grows den beds in there for in- a more active lifestyle, from regular dividuals to grow veggies gatherings with like-minded individ- or flowers, maybe a pizza uals grows a stronger sense of com- oven and a barbecue so munity, from children’s involvement everyone can come to- grows an understanding of the world gether, whether they are they live in and from getting your fin- kids or the elderly.” gers dirty grows a greater connec- tion with the earth. Mr Greenhalgh has won preliminary a place to get back to nature, men- support from council and is awaiting tor children and take time out from Peregian’s Veggie Village is already final approval before applying for work. working well and now Buddina grants and starting onground works. could be next if local lawyer and “I think it could be great for kids to Kawana Chamber of Commerce He said ‘the business potential for a work out the cost of seeds and to President John Greenhalgh, who is venture like this was almost endless.’ learn to budget. And it could even an AWA member, has his way. eventually turn into a profitable ven- “Businesses can get involved in spon- ture if we could sell the produce.” “The kids and I started a veggie sorship or use it for marketing by patch at our house and it’s been re- putting their name on it,” he said. Mr Greenhalgh said an incorporat- ally great,” he said. “Everyone gets ed, not for profit, association would out there working on it, the kids get “I would like to keep half of the al- need to be formed and a new band to eat some of what they grow and lotments for pensioners, and put the of volunteers was required to take they learn about the seasons and other half out to tender. If there is de- the project further. the environment. mand, maybe those who can afford to pay should subsidise those who If you are interested, send an email “Then I noticed a vacant block of can’t. to this address: buddinacoop@ land (between the Kawana library y7mail.com and the tennis courts on Nanyima “Business people could also use it as Two-Up: Working with Australia and New Zealand fully operational line was the “URBAN machinery is relied upon the world. Now our clients through- Adrawcard at Urban Machinery by manufacturers worldwide but it out Australia and New Zealand can Company’s grand opening in West- wasn’t possible to view the machines be assured the reliability of their ern Sydney earlier this year. The event locally, so that’s why we became in- production lines can be locally sup- was held over two days at the end of terested in setting-up the factory at ported by our back-up service and February with more than 40 window Emu Plains for the Australian and New spare parts division.” industry representatives attending Zealand window markets” explained Urban Machinery Company’s new Craig Newbold. Urban can supply the full range of factory in Emu Plains. equipment required by uPVC dou- URBAN is recognised for their strong ble glazed window manufacturers Urban Machinery Company’s direc- commitment to quality and service from individual cutting and screwing tor Craig Newbold said the event and has always worked towards of- units, welding machines and corner was a great success with people at- fering new solutions to their custom- cleaning units to full production lines tending from most areas of the win- ers worldwide. The directors of Urban incorporating assembly and han- dow industry including aluminium, Machinery Company in Australia dling equipment. timber, pvc suppliers, architectural stand firmly by this commitment. and building industries. People trav- To visit the factory or for more infor- elled from Queensland, Melbourne As Craig pointed out “The reliability mation regarding URBAN Machin- and as far as New Zealand to see of URBAN machinery is already well ery contact Craig on 0417 224607 the full production line of renowned known for increasing profitability for or Stefan on 0422 467 525 or email URBAN German-made machinery. uPVC window manufacturers around [email protected]

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Sandro Ianni, Chairman of the Insulating Glass Man- ufacturers’ Association (IGMA), says that IGU manufacturers and window fabricators need to work together to ensure a high and consistent standard as expected by consumers.

“As the use of IGUs continues to grow, it is vital that the window and glass industries are geared to meet market demands and expectations,” says Sandro. “An IGU is only one component of a double or triple glazed window. For an effective, energy efficient solution, window fabricators need to ensure compatibility between all of the different components.”

Whether it’s the wrong sealant, the lack of drainage holes or ill-supporting setting blocks, the result is an inferior product, which will not perform as desired. AS4666 Insulating Glass Units (currently being updated) provides guidelines on these areas, including compatibility.

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AS 4666 Sales/Support IGU’s in sashes have been delivered to Ian Bennie and are currently being Position articipants in these courses have tested, the results will be discussed at a oft Tech Australia is a leading Pbeen treated to some exceptional future meeting and information will be Ssupplier of computer estimating training. These courses have involved loaded onto the AWA website for review and manufacturing software to the training by Dr Peter Lyons and David by members. fenestration market internationally. Our Howard from Partners Energy a core software product (known as V6) member of ABSA. It is rare for any Nickel Sulphide Inclusions provides quoting, costing, optimising, course to have such highly qualified The BCA 2010 has included a clause on cad and manufacturing information industry experts covering many areas Nickel Sulphide Inclusions, a key mes- to many of the leading aluminium sage has been created and distributed fabricating companies in Australia and that are important for the window to members and is also available in the New Zealand (as well as overseas). industry to understand. Go to the members section please downlaod a AWA or AFTI websites for information copy and review. We are currently seeking a person for on future courses. a role with another of our software Building Codes Committee Information products – PALs (Production and Labour Request Scheduling System). The person will The BCC has recieved two proposals for be responsible for demonstrating, AWA Welcomes ... change documents from industry, these implementing, and on-site training of the New Manufacturer Members are proposals for changes to the Building product to our customers in Australia. Code of Australia. The AWA has been Boka Aluminium asked to comment on them through the Do you have solid experience in the Prestons NSW Building Products Innovation Council. fabrication industry and are looking Central Coast Shopfronts The committe has discussed and made for a role which uses this in a new and Lisarow NSW comment on the two proposals. exciting way? Kantanning Glazing Kantanning WA Proposal 1. All Class 3 boarding houses As well as - Leda Aluminium Commercial databases available upon approval from the supplier are: Coming soon are: should have a single locking device in Chullora NSW respect of each boarding house unit, • Scheduling experience Master Windows with each device to be operated by a • Excellent verbal communication Milperra NSW key from the outside and a lever that skills Page Window Systems cannot be locked from the inside. • Solid written communication Smithfield NSW abilities Pappas Glass Proposal 2. There are three principal pro- • Experience in training others Malaga WA posals (changes) to the DTS provisions: • Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Sette Windows PowerPoint) Bayswater VIC (a) allow ‘slab-on-ground’ floors to be • Strong eye for detail level with external paved ground surfac- • Able to travel within Australia when New Supplier Members es where adjoining doorways of Class 1a needed buildings and other building classes such • Open and enthusiastic personality Allytec as Class 2 sole-occupancy units; Tuggerah NSW Solid remuneration offered to the right Aesthetic Glass (b) include clear DTS provisions in Vol- candidate. Kirwan QLD umes 1 and 2 to address the design of FHS (Fenestra Hardware Specialist) door openings and thresholds to prevent To apply for this job please send your CV Girraween NSW water penetration; and to [email protected] >Telephone 1300 139 980 >Facsimile 02 4628 6955 >Email: [email protected]

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