Kingspan roof and wall panels withstand exposure to the elements at the base building at the Remarkables Ski Field in Queenstown.

BRANZ appraisals applicable to Nu-Wall Cladding include NZS3604 Extra High Wind Zone.

Palliside weatherboards have been structurally tested to withstand wind zones up to and including Extra High as defined by NZS3604.

Viking CertainTeed asphalt shingles have been requested for many cliff-top homes and Pacific Island resorts due to their Very High and Extra High wind rating.

New Zealand’s most sophisticated test booth for commercial facades and curtain walls has been installed at APL Window Solutions.

The Integra system has passed high performance wind, water and structural load testing to ensure specification of this system is accurate and achievable in the built environment.

Juralco’s balustrade and louvre roof systems are suitable for a range of wind conditions, including Extra High.

The NBK Terracotta Facade system withstands windloads up to 4.2 kpa, making it the perfect choice for this Wellington project. 

The ClearVue Roofing System from PSP is suitable for Extra High wind zones, and makes the most of natural light, without the weight of glass.

If wind loading analysis is not done correctly the resulting effects could include collapsed windows and doors, ripped off roofing, and more.

RAB board can be used to achieve a fire resistance rating of up to 60 minutes, plus it’s approved for use in extra high wind zones.

Tyvek HomeWrap has been confirmed under CodeMark as meeting the requirements of the NZBC to wind speeds of Very High and Extra High overlay on Rigid Underlay.