Laminex New Zealand: Environmentally Recognised Products and Practice

In a market where detailed product data is increasingly available online, it can be more and more challenging to sort through the mire of information to find meaningful measurements. In these situations, third party certifications provide unbiased verification of product performance and support the claims made by manufacturers, providing specifiers peace of mind and assuring that products specified are fit for purpose.

When it comes to environmental policy and sustainable practice, the New Zealand Green Building Council uses a range of third party eco-labels as a yardstick by which a material meets the qualification of 'environmentally preferable'. Certifications such as Greenguard and Declare assure the air quality and material consistency of a product, whereas ISO14001 and FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification ensure that manufacturing and distribution processes meet environmentally responsible standards.

Laminex New Zealand supports the belief that a company needs to be responsible for its actions — socially, ethically and environmentally. The GREENfirst programme has been established to encompass the company's numerous programmes for environmental management. This strategy reflects the belief that action must follow good intentions and ambitious goals. Laminex New Zealand strongly believes in the importance of supporting sustainable building practices. For this reason, Laminex NZ is putting 'green' first and employing a range of processes, as well as the latest technology, to ensure it reduces its carbon footprint and delivers environmentally preferable products wherever possible. From the manufacturing plants to installation, Laminex NZ is working closely with customers to foster a sustainable building industry.

This sustainable focus has been recognised by a number of industry body awards, most recently with Laminex New Zealand receiving two commended awards at the 2016 Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority Awards in May for the activities of its Taupo manufacturing plant.

Two of the company's products, Laminex Solid Surface and Strandboard have achieved the prestigious 'Red List Free' label from Declare, described by the International Living Institute as a 'nutrition label' for products. This means that these products are completely free of red list materials which cannot be used if construction is to meet the criteria of the Living Building Challenge. Based on this, Bubble Interiors chose Strandboard for the Excelso Coffee Roastery and Café renovation in Tauranga.

For more information on Laminex New Zealand's sustainable practices and the eco-certifications carried by our products please visit the sustainability section of the Laminex website or download the Laminex New Zealand Eco-Certification matrix.

Caesarstone

Laminex New Zealand

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Introducing Caesarstone Mineral™ The quality and designs that you know and love in a Crystalline Silica Free* and low silica formulation.

Caesarstone surfaces are non-porous, waterproof, mould and mildew resistant — suitable for kitchen benchtops and splashbacks as well as bathroom vanities and wall linings
Caesarstone is compliant with the International Health and Safety Foundation sanitary standard, ensuring that its working surfaces are safe for use in all food environments

When fabricated and installed by a certified Caesarstone fabricator, Caesarstone will meet the following provisions of the NZBC:

Clause B2 Durability: Will remain fit for purpose for 10 years
Clause C3 Fire effecting areas beyond fire source: Has material group number of 3 when tested to ISO 5660
Clause E3 Internal Moisture (E3.3.4 and E3.3.5): Surfaces are impervious to moisture and are easily cleaned
Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: No harmful materials are emitted from product
Clause G3 (G 3.3.2(a)) Food preparation and prevention of contamination: Surfaces are impervious and are easily cleaned

Laminex Panels for Partitions Compact Laminate

Laminex New Zealand

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Laminex Panels for Partitions Compact Laminate is strong, self supporting, moisture resistant and durable decorative panel made from thermosetting resins, homogeneously reinforced with cellulose fibres and manufactured under high pressure and temperature.

Laminex Compact and Laboratory Compact are suitable for use in applications such as shower and toilet cubicles, interior wall linings, tabletops, lockers, office furniture, laboratory workshops (lab grade only), kitchen cabinets and benchtops.

The Group Number Classification below was generated from tests carried out and data recorded in accordance with the test procedure described in ISO 5660 2002 – Reaction to Fire test – Part 1: Heat Release & Part 2: Smoke Production Rate, for the purposes of determination of the Group Classification in accordance with the New Zealand Building Code Verification Method C/VM2 Appendix A.

Laminex Compact: Group Number Classification 3

Melteca

Laminex New Zealand

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Melteca Low Pressure Laminate is a tough melamine surface laminated to Superfine particleboard or Lakepine MDF to provide a double faced, pre-finished decorative panel.

Eco Choice Aotearoa

FSC Certified

Homestar / Green Star

NZ Made

Melteca decorated board is intended for interior use in both residential and commercial applications such as kitchen cabinetry, cupboards, drawers, shelving, furniture, wall linings, shop fittings and other vertical surfaces in commercial environments.

Melteca Fire Retardant is suitable for all wall linings where maximum fire resistance is important.

When stored, handled, used and maintained in accordance with the Melteca Technical Data Sheet, Melteca will meet the durability requirements of NZBC B2.3.1(c) for 5 years. Melteca also complies with the requirements of AS/NZS 1859.3 2005.

The Group Number Classifications below were generated from tests carried out and data recorded in accordance with the test procedure described in ISO 5660 2002 — Reaction-to-Fire — Part 1: Heat Release & Part 2: Smoke Production Rate, for the purposes of determination of the Group Classification in accordance with the New Zealand Building Code Verification Method C/VM2 Appendix A.

Melteca bonded to Lakepine Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) substrate — Group Number Classification 3.*

Melteca Fire Retardant Panels — Group Number Classification 1-S.

*Please note: Indicative testing has indicated a change in substrate to Lakepine MRZero or Superfine particleboard (Standard or MR) that will not alter the Group Number Classification.

Strandboard

Laminex New Zealand

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Strong high density panels made from glued and pressed wood flakes, Strandboard is an ideal cost-effective and durable overlay flooring solution for residential and commercial settings.

Declare LBC Red List Free

FSC Certified

NZ Made

Strandboard can be used for wall panels, ceiling and stairs, and as an overly where a decorative look is needed. It is also suitable as a cost-effective and durable overlay flooring solution for residential and commercial settings.

NZ Building Code Verification Method C/VM2 Appendix A — Group Number Classification 3.

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