Thermakraft Aluband Window Flashing Tape has been appraised as a flexible flashing system for use around window and door joinery openings for buildings within the following scope:

• constructed with timber framing in accordance with the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solutions E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1; or
• constructed with steel framing subject to specific engineering design with building height and floor plan area scope limitations in accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solutions E2/AS1; and,
• with a risk score of 0-20, calculated in accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solutions E2/AS1, Table 2; and,
• with wall cladding systems complying with NZBC Acceptable Solutions E2/AS1 or a valid BRANZ Appraisal that specifies a flexible flashing system; and,
• with flexible wall underlays compatible with the flashing tape and complying with the NZBC; and,
• situated in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to, and including, Extra High.

Adhesives and Solvents:

After the installation of Aluband, ensure that the edges do not come into contact with solvent based sealants or adhesives. Solvents in these products can adversely affect the adhesion or dissolve the bituminous adhesive and cause it to run. If the application of solvent based adhesives or sealants are necessary, cover the edges with Thermakraft F150 pure foil tape or equivalent foil tape to form a barrier.

Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1 (b), 15 years and B2.3.2. Thermakraft Aluband Window Flashing Tape meets these requirements.

Clause E2 External Moisture: Performance E2.3.2. Thermakraft Aluband Window Flashing Tape contributes to meeting this requirement.

Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: Performance F2.3.1. Thermakraft Aluband Window Flashing Tape meets this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people.