Think Louvres for Sun Control, Security and Style

Juralco’s existing balustrade and screen product range has been extended to include louvres as an option in various formats, which include both vertical and horizontal systems. Louvre systems are usually chosen for their pleasing aesthetic appeal, but they are also a multi-functional solution for shading and privacy. Included in the Juralco range are pivoting louvre roofs, known as the Bask, which open and shut at the push of button. This provides the ultimate in function, flexibility and ease of operation.

Fitted horizontally in fixed panel systems, louvres are now very popular as privacy screens and windbreaks on house exteriors. The biggest increase in the use of louvres has been incorporating them in both house and commercial building designs where detailing them on building facades provides a stylish finish. Fixed louvres for sun control and privacy functions on windows are now frequently specified by architects.

Louvrelite by Juralco is the original louvre sun control system. Fixed louvres can be installed to let winter sun in and keep out the harsh NZ sun in summer. This is done by installing the louvres at a fixed angle which allows owners at the planning stage to choose how much sun they allow into their home during summer or winter. This can reduce heating and air conditioning operating costs and make a home more comfortable to live in. By using louvres for strategic shading, designers can incorporate a greater glass area in designs, while still meeting Homestar requirements.

Louvres can also be used for style, either as feature panels to break up long runs of cladding, or as a functional screen to hide air conditioning units. If screens are required to be on the edge of a deck, louvre panels can be incorporated into the balustrade design, thus acting as an approved balustrade system. Louvres can also be used as sliding privacy screens, or as infill panels for fences or gates.

The choice of louvre colours, either with or without contrasting colours for the brackets or frame, provides a stylish and functional system which complements the design of a house or building. Louvres can be supplied in different sizes, spacings, or powder coat finishes to suit any application.

Edge Balustrade — Including STECCA & LAMERRA Ranges

Juralco Aluminium

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Edge® is an aluminium post balustrade system which is a more comprehensive and modern version of the ever popular Viking® balustrade system.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Edge® Balustrade is suitable for deck and balcony barriers, stairways, handrails, pool fencing and matching pool or stairway gates
Suitable for fixing to timber, concrete, steel
Edge® Balustrades can also accommodate waterproof and floating decks with a specially designed aluminium gutter bracket

A choice of four handrails are available: round, rectangular, and a single or twin pocket Aerofoil style which can be incorporated as a top rail or as a standalone handrail. An interlinking rail, for 10mm semi frameless glass balustrades can be top mounted (on the post caps) or front mounted 100mm below the top edge, using a handrail bracket fixed to the face of the balustrade post. A semi frameless glass finish, without a handrail can be achieved using 13.2mm thick toughened laminated glass, although the use of the Edge slimline top protection cap is highly recommended to help prevent any discolouring of the interlayer.

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, Edge Balustrade has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170, NZS4223.3.2016 and NZBC Clause F9, and 162C of the Building Act
Edge® Balustrade is suitable for Occupancy A, A other and C3 Residential
An interlinking top rail and/or handrail has been incorporated into the Edge semi frameless range to comply with new 2016 balustrade regulations — NZS4223.3.2016

Louvrelite Solar Control System

Juralco Aluminium

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Louvrelite® Solar Control System is an adjustable louvre system for areas that need shading from the harshest sun, usually mid-morning to late afternoon summer sun.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Louvrelite® is typically used as a passive design feature on large north or west facing windows in living areas
Designed to provide the best solution to unwanted direct sunlight, with adjustable angles on all louvres, enabling the louvres to be set to minimise summer sun but not block winter sun
Custom made in a range of configurations and is powder coated to suit conditions

Design parameters for ideal louvre setting outlined for all New Zealand regions

Architectural Series — Fence and Gate System

Juralco Aluminium

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The Architectural Series — Fence and Gate System combines unique aluminium frames, with non corrosive stainless steel or bronze components, to produce an elegant and secure residential or light commercial fence and/or gate.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Sanctuary® Architectural Gates are designed for residential or light commercial applications
Gates are suitable for a range of applications including pedestrian and driveway installations
Sliding or hinged configurations are available to suit individual requirements
Matching fencing

Architectural Series Fences and Gates are backed up by a 5 year warranty and a 10 year surface finish warranty.

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