• For use on residential, commercial, and high-rise buildings
• Located in any wind zone up to and including 'Extra High' (as classified in NZS3604) or where the building is specifically designed to AS/NZS1170 'Structural Design Actions' up to a maximum design wind pressure differential of 2.5kPa (ULS)
• For exposure zones B, C, and D as described in NZS3604
• Seismic - lateral racking testing confirm seismic SLS in-plane deflection is within 20 mm

• All fixings must comply with E2/AS1 (Table 20 and 21) for the appropriate exposure zone as defined in NZS 3604:2011, section 4. › Where microclimatic conditions apply as defined in section 4.2.4 of NZS 3604.
• Where fire resistance rating (FRR) is required, its use is subject to specific fire design.
• The substrate is subject to specific design in respect of Clause E2 (External moisture).
• In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work.

• B1 STRUCTURE B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3 (a, f, h, j, q), B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) ETA 15/0262 and ETA 15/0916 confirm that the Frontek Ceramic Tiles, when installed, meet the ETAG specification for ventilated wall claddings. These requirements also meet the Building Code requirements in respect of B1 (structure). Lateral racking testing confirm seismic SLS in-plane deflection is within 20 mm. [FacadeLab, 12/2020].
• B2 DURABILITY B2.3.1 (b) Stainless steel and aluminium are suitable for use in all corrosion zones. ETA 15/0262 and ETA 15/0916 establishes that the ceramic tiles are not affected by freeze-thaw cycles. Ceramic tiles have a history of use in NZ and are resistant to UV radiation, chemical and biological attack.
• C3 FIRE AFFECTING AREAS BEYOND THE FIRE SOURCE C3.5,C3.7 (a) Tested for combustibility in accordance with ISO 1530 by NATA accredited laboratory. Material not deemed combustible [CSIRO Infrastructure Technologies, 29/04/2020]. › Tested in accordance with ISO 5660, by NATA accredited laboratory. Material classified as Group 1 [AWTA Product Testing, 15/11/2017].
• E2 EXTERNAL MOISTURE Contributes to E2.3.2 ETA 15/0262 and ETA 15/0916 confirms that Frontek® Ceramic Tiles, when installed, contribute to the management of external moisture. › Tested to AS/NZS 4284 by an IANZ accredited laboratory [FacadeLab, 18/12/2020].
• F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS F2.3.1 Meets EN ISO 14.021, which confirms that the tiles do not contain or emit harmful materials.

Frontek has performed and gained experience over decades in the manufacturing of high tech ceramic products, has positioned their companies nationally and internationally as a benchmark of quality in the manufacturing of clinker, brick and paver, extruded porcelain tiles and ventilated facade systems composed of unique extruded pieces.

• Refer to Project Gallery

Thermal Insulation advantages: The insulating material applied on the exterior face of the wall and floors eliminates thermal bridges. This prevents heat loss to the outside of the building in the coldest months of the year and avoids heat transfer from outside in summer. The covering acts as a shield reflecting large amount of solar radiation therefore preventing the building from heating up. Estimated energy saving is between 15% and 35% in both heating and cooling.

Acoustic advantages: The air chamber together with the extruded ceramic pieces that form the outer covering increases acoustic comfort by reducing the outside noise between 10% and 20%.