Planet Passionate: Kingspan’s commitment to Net Zero Carbon

In 2011, Kingspan Group set itself what seemed to be an almost impossible challenge: that by 2020 they would match 100% of their operational energy with renewable energy. Their Net Zero Energy programme was all about achieving this through a mix of energy reduction, on-site renewable energy generation and procurement of certified renewable energy. In 2020 Kingspan reached the successful conclusion of that programme and launched a new 10 year ‘Planet Passionate’ programme. Planet Passionate aims to impact three big global issues: climate change, circularity and the protection of the natural world. By setting challenging targets in the areas of energy, carbon, circularity and water, Kingspan aim to make significant advances in the sustainability of both their business operations and their products.

Over the lifecycle of a building, the most significant impact on energy efficiency starts at the design stage with the selection of the building materials. With the adoption of an EnvelopeFirst strategy, buildings can deliver optimal insulation performance, superior airtightness and excellent moisture control, thereby becoming more energy efficient, cheaper to run and produce less carbon dioxide emissions.

“Building insulation is the most cost-effective solution to reduce energy and greenhouse gases.” (Source: McKinsey Global Institute)

In addition to the overall building design, Kingspan’s Australian-made insulated panels have GreenTag certification with a GreenRate Level A. Kingspan panels are the only insulated panels in New Zealand to receive this globally respected third-party certification to this level. This allows specifiers to easily achieve maximum points for Green Star projects.

Recently Kingspan products have been used on two flagship Green Star rated facilities, where the end clients have committed to higher performing and independently verified buildings. A big congratulations to both organisations for setting the benchmark for new builds.

Profile Group manufacturing facility in Hautapu — achieved a Green Star 5 industrial Design rating

Client: APL
Designed by: Jasmax Architects
Built by: Fosters Construction

Countdown Richmond — targeting a 4 Green Star design and as-built rating for this new flagship facility

Client: Woolworths New Zealand
Designed by: Woodhams Meikle Zhan Architects
Built by: Naylor Love Construction

KS1000RW Trapezoidal Roof and Wall Panel

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The Kingspan KS1000RW Trapezoidal Roof and Wall Panel system products consist of Zincalume sheets that contain a PIR core.

The KS1000RW Trapezoidal Roof Panel is a through-fixed, trapezoidal profiled roof system which can be used for building applications with roof pitches of 4° or more after deflection. For lower pitches, please contact Kingspan.

The standard specification for KS1000RW Trapezoidal Wall Panels is suitable for both vertical or horizontal walls — alternative specification available including high humidity and low temp.

All Kingspan panels, including the KS1000RW Trapezoidal Roof and Wall Panels, are typically tested up to 3.6kPa for normal conditions (ULS) and up to 15kPa for cyclonic conditions (ULS). These limits easily exceed the requirements of NZS3604, up to and beyond the Extra High wind zones.

When designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with Kingspan standard details, the KS1000RW Trapezoidal Roof & Wall Panel is compliant with the following clauses on the NZBC:

B1 Structure — B1.3.1; B1.3.2; B1.3.3(a, f, g, h, j); B1.3.4

B2 Durability — B2.3.1(b)

C3 Fire Affecting Areas Beyond the Fire Source — C3.4(a); C3.5; C3.7

E2 External Moisture — E2.3.1 (roof only); E2.3.2; E2.3.7

E3 Internal Moisture — E3.3.5

F2 Hazardous Building Materials — F2.3.1

H1 Energy Efficiency — H1.3.1

Codemark Certification demonstrates compliance to the NZBC equivalent of an Acceptable Solution. Some specialist buildings may fall partially or wholly outside of the scope of the Codemark Certificate, should this occur then please contact Kingspan Technical for assistance in demonstrating NZBC compliance via an Alternative Solution.

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Kingspan KS1100CS Coldstore Panel

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The KS1100CS Coldstore Panel has been designed specifically for use for use within temperature controlled and hygiene safe environments where performance is critical, such as food processing, freezers, cold/chill store and clean rooms for the bio-technology and pharmaceutical industries.

These high-performance, hygienic and fibre-free insulated panel systems are suitable for internal and external walls and ceilings, including internal 'box within a box' applications.

Panels can be laid vertically or horizontally
Ideal for temperature ranges between -40°C to + 80°C
Cover width of 1100mm

The KS110CS Coldstore Panel has been used around New Zealand, on many building types for in excess of 15 years.

When designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with Kingspan standard details, the KS1100CS Coldstore Panel is compliant with the applicable sections of the NZBC:

B1 Structure — B1.3.1; B1.3.2; B1.3.3(a, c, f, g, h, j); B1.3.4
B2 Durability — B2.3.1(b)
C3 Fire Affecting Areas Beyond the Fire Source — C3.4(a); C3.5; C3.7
E2 External Moisture — E2.3.2; E2.3.7
E3 Internal Moisture — E3.3.5
F2 Hazardous Building Materials — F2.3.1
H1 Energy Efficiency — H1.3.1

Kingspan Evolution Panelised Façade

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Evolution: a simple and effective single-component solution, perfect for a minimalist façade.

A panelised façade system for use on residential, communal residential, communal non-residential, commercial, industrial buildings and outbuildings
All Kingspan panels, including Evolution Panelised Façades, are typically tested up to 3.6kPa for normal conditions (ULS) and up to 15kPa for cyclonic conditions (ULS). These limits easily exceed the requirements of NZS3604, including Extra High wind zones
Horizontal or vertical installation
Wide selection of pre-formed corners are available; no need for bulky flashings
Finishes suitable for standard and high humidity environments
All Kingspan panels, including the Trapezoidal roof and wall panels, are typically tested up to 3.6kPa for normal conditions (ULS) and up to 15kPa for cyclonic conditions (ULS). These limits easily exceed the requirements of NZS3604, up to and beyond the Extra High wind zones

Kingspan panels have been used around New Zealand, on many building types for in excess of 15 years.

The Evolution Panelised Façade holds a CodeMark Certificate of Conformity stating the provisions of the Building Regulations 2008 (New Zealand) the product conforms to.

CodeMark Certificate of Conformity is certified under the name Kingspan Insulated Panels Architectural Wall Panels (AWP) and Evolution (EVO). Certificate number: CM20114 Rev V2.

For further details please contact the Kingspan Technical Service Department or alternatively refer to the MBiE - Product Certificate Register and search for 'Kingspan KS1000AWP'.

When designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with Kingspan standard details, the Evolution Panelised Façade is compliant with the following clauses on the NZBC:

B1 Structure — B1.3.1; B1.3.2; B1.3.3(a, f, g, h, j); B1.3.4
B2 Durability — B2.3.1(b)
C3 Fire Affecting Areas Beyond the Fire Source — C3.4(a); C3.5; C3.7
E2 External Moisture — (contributes to) E2.3.2; E2.3.7
E3 Internal Moisture — E3.3.5
F2 Hazardous Building Materials — F2.3.1
H1 Energy Efficiency — (contributes to) H1.3.1

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Kingspan Architectural Wall Panel System

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This secret-fix wall panel system offers unprecedented freedom of design and performance.

An insulated wall panel system for use on residential, communal residential, communal non-residential, commercial, industrial buildings and outbuildings

All Kingspan panels, including Architectural Wall Panels, are typically tested up to 3.6kPa for normal conditions (ULS) and up to 15kPa for cyclonic conditions (ULS). These limits easily exceed the requirements of NZS3604, including Extra High wind zones.

Architectural Wall Panels hold a CodeMark Certificate of Conformity stating the provisions of the Building Regulations 2008 (New Zealand) the product conforms to.

CodeMark Certificate of Conformity is certified under the name Kingspan Insulated Panels Architectural Wall Panels (AWP) and Evolution (EVO). Certificate number: CM20114 Rev V2.

For further details please contact the Kingspan Technical Service Department or alternatively refer to the MBiE — Product Certificate Register and search for 'Kingspan KS1000AWP'.

When designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with Kingspan standard details, the Architectural Wall Panel is compliant with the following clauses on the NZBC:

B1 Structure — B1.3.1; B1.3.2; B1.3.3(a, f, g, h, j); B1.3.4
B2 Durability — B2.3.1(b)
C3 Fire Affecting Areas Beyond the Fire Source — C3.4(a); C3.5; C3.7
E2 External Moisture — (contributes to) E2.3.2; E2.3.7
E3 Internal Moisture — E3.3.5
F2 Hazardous Building Materials — F2.3.1
H1 Energy Efficiency — (contributes to) H1.3.1

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