Scope of use
The EZpanel Cavity System is suitable as an external cladding system:
- within the scope limitations of NZBC E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1; and
- with a risk score of 0-20, calculated in accordance with E2/AS1, Table 2; and
- in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to and
including "Extra High".
The
EZpanel Cavity System is also suitable for weathertightness and
structural wind loading when used for timber and steel framed buildings
subject to specific design up to a design differential ULS wind pressure of 2.5 kPa.
The EZpanel Cavity System must only be installed on vertical surfaces
(except for tops of parapets, sills and balustrades, which must have a
minimum 10º slope and be waterproofed in accordance with the Technical
Literature).
Joinery must meet the requirements of NZS 4211 for the relevant Building Wind
Zone or be specifically designed for use in specifically designed buildings.
New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)
The product will, if employed in accordance with the supplier's installation and maintenance requirements, assist with meeting the following provisions of the building code:
- Clause B1 Structure: Performance B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3, B1.3.4
- Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1(b), B2.3.1(c), B2.3.2
- Clause E2 External moisture: Performance E2.3.2
- Clause F2 Hazardous building materials: Performance F2.3.1
Notes
B1.3.3 The EZpanel Cavity System meets the requirements for loads arising from (a) self-weight, (f) earthquake, (h) wind, (j) impact loads likely to be encountered in normal residential use, and (q) time dependent effects including creep and shrinkage.
B2.3.1(b) 15 years for the cladding system and plaster finish and (c) 5 years for the exterior paint system
Installation requirements
Installation of components and accessories supplied by Specialized Construction Products Ltd, its certified distributors and certified plasterers must be carried out only by Specialized Construction Products Ltd certified plasterers.
See the EZpanel specification document for full installation requirements
Maintenance requirements
Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the performance requirements of the NZBC are continually met and to ensure the maximum serviceability of the system.
Regular cleaning (at least annually) of the paint coating is required to remove grime, dirt and organic growth and to maximise the life and appearance of the coating. Grime may be removed by brushing with a soft brush, warm water and detergent.
Paint systems must be recoated at approximately 5-8 yearly intervals in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s instructions.
Annual inspections must be made to ensure that all aspects of the cladding system, including the coating system, plasters, flashings and any sealed joints remain in a weatherproof condition. Any cracks, damaged areas or areas showing signs of deterioration which could allow water ingress must be repaired immediately. The EZpanel Cavity System must be repaired in accordance with the instructions of Specialized Construction Products Ltd.
Environmental
AAC’s high resource efficiency gives it low environmental impact in
all phases of its life cycle, from processing of raw materials to the
disposal of AAC waste on site during construction. In the
manufacturing process, no pollutants or toxic by-products are
produced.
