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GB Masonry Breeze Blocks
Description

The Austral Masonry range of Breeze Blocks are available in a range of sizes and configurations, for use in exterior and interior feature wall systems, fences, and screens.

Suitable for residential and commercial building applications, Austral Masonry Blocks are manufactured to AS/NZS 4455.1.

Key Features
  • Designed to last —with minimal maintenance required
  • Environmentally friendly — low in embodied energy, recyclable, and results in minimal waste
  • Rust and rot resistant — Concrete masonry products won't rust, rot, or corrode, and are pest resistant
  • Strong and weather resistance — strong and dense concrete masonry is designed to withstand strong impact
  • Design flexibility — Breeze blocks can be used individually or together, and in various layouts to create a unique finish
Recyclable Content (Post-Consumer)
Post-Consumer Recyclable Content
Scope of Use

Intended to be used in feature walls for residential and commercial of the following scope:

  • Within the scope of B1/AS1 (Amendment 18) which for concrete masonry buildings is set out in section 1.1.3 of NZS 4229:2013
Limitations on Use
  • The Masonry must be designed in accordance with the requirements of NZS 4229:2013 (as modified by B1/AS1 (Amendment 18)
  • Mortar, materials (cement, sand and mixtures) shall comply with NZS 4210
Statement of Building Code Compliance

Austral Breeze Blocks will, if installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following clauses of the New Zealand Building Code:

  • Structure B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B 1.3.3 (a,b,d f,h,j)
  • Durability B2.3.1 (a)
  • Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1
Other Performance Attributes
  • All Austral Masonry Blocks are manufactured to AS/NZS 4455.1

Maintenance:

  • Inspect and wash exterior surfaces to remove dirt and mould at least once a year
  • For full information see the CMAA guide: CMO3 Concrete Masonry — Cleaning and Maintenance
Documents
Drawing Library
Breeze Block Design Guide
Data Sheets
Product Technical Statement: Austral Breeze Blocks
Mortex Mortar Application Guide
CMAA: Concrete Masonry — Cleaning and Maintenance
Brochure: Breeze Blocks
Brochure: GB Masonry Block Collection

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Additional Information

The Brickery is the next chapter in the Austral Bricks and Monier Bricks joint venture, and is proud to present a design driven collection of clay bricks sourced from around the world.

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