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Cavity Closers (uPVC)
Description

The New Zealand Building Code section E2/AS1 (9.1.8.2) requires using a Cavity Closer as part of properly constructing a drained cavity wall. The function of the cavity closer is to prevent vermin intrusion and to promote weather tightness by allowing drainage and air ventilation to dry the cavity should moisture breach the external cladding. 

The Masons/Redway range of uPVC Cavity Closers has been designed to provide the ideal solution for architects, builders and installers to meet these requirements. Redway Cavity Closers are available at all leading building merchants nationwide.

Key Features
  • Straight lip to provide a tight and consistent seal with vertical panels which prevent water from wicking up from the ground, rainfall off of the roof or sprinkler head directing water upward. The tight seal also prevents vermin intrusion into the cavity. *Designers/builders must use the correct size cavity closer to achieve this seal and comply with the NZ Building Code.

  • Ventilation holes allow moisture to drain from the cavity. Bottom ventilation permits a minimum of 1000mm2 per metre length of air into the cavity as specified by E2/AS1. For enhanced drying capacity, use the Top Vent Closer.

  • Strong product thickness to provide panel support.

  • Available in a variety of sizes.

Scope of Use

FLAT CLADDING CAVITY CLOSERS

A top and bottom Cavity Closer is designed from extruded uPVC for either a Drained Cavity wall or Ventilated Cavity wall situation. 

  • drained cavity wall is vented at the bottom only. Water can drain, and limited (but often sufficient) air can enter the cavity to dry any remaining moisture between wetting cycles.

Products required: Redway Cavity Closer. 

  • ventilated cavity wall is vented at the top and bottom. As per the drained cavity, the bottom vent allows drainage and air entry. The addition of the top vent creates a moving air path. This method should be considered when drying is inhibited due to rapid wetting cycles or where walls are permanently shaded, as they pose a higher risk of moisture build up and mould formation.

Products required: Redway Cavity Closer and Redway Top Vent Cavity Closer.

Documents
BPIR Product Statement

V2.0 February 2024

BRANZ Appraisal 980
Warranty

V2.0 February 2024

Flexible Cavity Closer Flyer
CAD/PDF Details
19 AND 20MM VENTED CAVITY CLOSER
40mm Vented Closer
Masons E2 Redway Cavity Closers Diagram
Masons E2 Redway Flat Cladding Cavity Closers
Masons E2 Redway Top Vent Cavity Closers

Since being established in 1999, Masons has become a key supplier in the New Zealand building industry, offering a variety of quality systems and products for a whole range of building requirements.

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