As always, our commercial louvres and screen products, are designed, manufactured, and installed in accordance with the superior quality and standards you’ve come to expect. All our product solutions are tested and certified to international and Australian Standards. Our quality is assured by stringent International Standardization Organization (ISO) on certifications, including for Quality, Environment, and Health and Safety.
Louvreclad solutions are designed and engineered to suit project specific requirements, and comply with relevant Australian Standards as referenced in the National Construction Code. Below are a few commonly referenced standards.
Typically, Louvreclad solutions are bespoke custom products installed to the exterior building envelope. As such, Louvreclad will undertake project specific structural design review to ensure manufactured and installed solutions meet the requirements of AS/NZS 1170.1 – Permanent, imposed and other actions, AS/NZS 1170.2 – Wind actions, and AS 1170.4 – Earthquake actions in Australia.
At Louvreclad, we work extensively with aluminium products ranging from extrusion, sheets, and plates. As per requirement by NCC, Louvreclad aluminium products are generally designed adopting the principles outlined in AS 1664.
This Australian Standard outlines performance testing for weather louvres. All Louvreclad louvres are designed and certified to this standard, offering comparative data on rain defence and airflow pressure drop. Testing louvres can be done experimentally or via CFD. Rain resistance is classified from Class A (99-100% effective) to Class D (80% effective). Aerodynamic tests determine discharge coefficients (Cd) and classify louvres by Cd values. AS 4740 provides assurance and clear guidance to specifiers and contractors, ensuring that project-specific performance requirements are met.
At Louvreclad we manufacture our products in our Queensland-based factory. By sourcing all the required components locally and supporting local suppliers, Louvreclad encourages local enterprise development, growth and job creation equally within our factory, procurement procedures, supply chain and installation processes.
Louvreclad has achieved Prequalification for Best Practice Principles (BPP). We are committed to maximizing the benefits for all Australians by utilizing BPP to support local jobs and businesses and provide economic environmental and social outcomes within our processes. This includes providing a safe workplace and producing quality products utilizing local content.
Our ISO certifications guarantee top-notch quality management, ensuring we consistently meet client expectations. We proactively minimise our environmental footprint, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable practices. By prioritising occupational health and safety, we create a secure and efficient environment for our team and clients.
ISO 9001 ensures our processes meet the highest standards, guaranteeing flawless products and services. This certification showcases our commitment to quality and continuous improvement, consistently exceeding customer expectations.
ISO 14001 certification highlights our dedication to sustainable practices. We proactively minimize our environmental impact, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and achieving our environmental objectives.
ISO 45001 underscores our commitment to a safe and efficient workplace. By adhering to this standard, we systematically manage health and safety risks, creating a secure environment for our team and clients.
Louvreclad holds two in-house powder coating accreditations: Dulux Accredited Powder Coater and Interpon Approved Applicators. These accreditations certify that Louvreclad meets the high standards for the application of Dulux and Interpon powder coatings. These accreditations affirm Louvreclad's capability to deliver superior quality finishes in line with our industry-leading quality standards.
The Dulux Accredited Powder Coater status ensures adherence to stringent quality controls for durable and aesthetic finishes.
As Interpon Approved Applicators, Louvreclad demonstrates compliance with Interpon's rigorous specifications for quality and consistency in powder coating applications.