Australian-Made Facades Compliant with Fire Regulations

Understanding Façade Fire Compliance

Fire safety in construction has never been more important. Following several tragic incidents involving highly flammable cladding, Australian builders and construction professionals must now navigate increasingly strict regulations to ensure their projects meet National Construction Code (NCC) compliance.

One of the key solutions to achieving fire safety is the careful specification of non-combustible cladding materials. Two standout Australian-made solutions are James Hardie Fibre Cement Cladding and Knotwood Aluminium Cladding, both offering Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) compliance under the NCC.

Fire-Resistant Cladding Solutions

James Hardie Fibre Cement Cladding

James Hardie’s façade systems are extensively tested and certified under CodeMark™, ensuring safety from day one to the life of the building. Key benefits include:

✅ Non-combustible – Meets NCC fire compliance requirements
✅ Durability – Designed for Australian conditions
✅ Thermal & moisture management – Prevents long-term structural issues
✅ Weatherproof – Protects against wind and harsh climates
✅ Certified full system with warranty

Knotwood Aluminium Cladding

Knotwood provides the warmth of timber with the fire safety and durability of aluminium. Proudly Australian-made, all aluminium is sourced and extruded locally at Knotwood’s Gold Coast facility.

✅ Non-combustible in accordance with Australian Standard AS1530.1
✅ Achieves a Group 1 fire rating and is BAL FZ compliant – Suitable for high-risk bushfire zones
✅ Non-ignition rating – None of the tested specimens ignited during fire testing
✅ Rust & corrosion resistance – Ideal for harsh Australian environments
✅ High strength-to-weight ratio – Lightweight yet structurally strong
✅ Eco-friendly – 100% recyclable aluminium
✅ Low maintenance – No warping, rotting, or termite damage

Choosing the Right Fire-Compliant Cladding

By specifying James Hardie Fibre Cement or Knotwood Aluminium Cladding, builders and architects can achieve NCC-compliant, non-combustible façades without compromising on aesthetics or durability.

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