Austech Virtual Re-Modeler

With the evolution of technology comes the introduction of new and innovate programs, in the building industry the ability to visualize the outcome of your project is a sought after skill. Austech has combined with Royal Building Products and produced a Virtual Re-Modeler. The Virtual Re-Modeler gives the customers the ability to select their own colours and design a house with their choice of cladding.

The Program offers 9 different houses in which to renovate with our Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding. For a more personal experience, the option to upload a photo of your own home is the perfect solution for those fussy home owners.

This is a free program provided on all of our Austech associated websites. For more information feel free to contact the office on (02) 9831 1623 or simply visit www.austech.com.au

Vinyl Cladding Used for Granny Flats

Austech and  tradesman Australia wide are working  with each other  through the use of  Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding, by building The traditional Australian ‘ Granny Flat ‘.

Austech have been distributing Vinyl Cladding to complete these jobs and inspire an aesthetically pleasing look without blowing the budget. The low maintenance of the cladding makes it the perfect solution for these small investment properties.

For numerous years the Granny Flat has been a predominant feature in many Australian backyards, but has faded out over the years, until now. 

Recently the government bought in the new ‘Affordable Housing Policy’ which enables for a second dwelling to be easily added to your backyard. To house parents, grandparents, kids or even to create a small office space in the comfort of your own land.

Duratuff Selects Vinyl Cladding provides voluptuous, vibrant colours with an authentic wood grain finish which removes the necessity for painting or touching up over the years. Austech are so confident in the durability of our Vinyl Weatherboards that we offer a 50 year warranty so you can sleep easy knowing you are in safe hands.

As well as being virtually maintenance free, it’s designed to be easy to install and Austech can provide you with a DIY manual, pushing your savings even further.

For more information about Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding click here, or simply visit the Austech Website and the friendly professional team will answer all your questions.

Foamular Used in the Jane Foss Russell Building at University of Sydney.

The Jane Foss Russell Building at the University of Sydney has opened its doors to staff and students. The building is designed to raise the bar in green building. It has many green features, including Foamular Extruded Polystyrene Insulation and has achieved a 5-Star Green Star Rating. 

Foamular Extruded Polystyrene was used for a roof membrane system and under the Main Plaza. 4500 meters square of Foamular was used throughout the project. 60 mm Foamular was chosen which gives an R-value of two.

The building uses chilled beams throughout to cool the building as an alternative to air-conditioning. This is an Australian first and is expected to reduce overall electrical consumption by 30 %.

The Jane Foss Russell building is a pioneering example of contemporary 21^st century architecture that has been designed to be the university hub for student activity and link two separate campuses together.

Roof membrane, provides superior resistance from solar generated heat. This inhibits heat radiating from the roof terrace into the building. The efficiency of roof insulation is key to maintaining the chilled beam cooling system. When heat entering the building is limited by Foamular, the chilled beam system is more efficient and reduces energy costs.

The main plaza area is over 3000 square meters of public space, but there are partially underground floors below. Foamular inhibits heat transfer between the plaza and the lower levels, improving energy efficiency. Foamular's high compressive strength also means it is safe to walk on and pavers can be laid over it, avoiding excessive concrete and environmentally damaging materials.

Foamular is just one of the many features that work in unison to achieve the 5-Star Green Star Rating. The building includes the innovative chilled beams system, solar panels on the roof, energy efficient lighting, and water tanks that are expected to save 60 % of potable water consumption.

For more information on Austech's range of Foamular Extruded Polystyrene, click here

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Granny Flat Builders use Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding

Austech External Building Products now supply Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding to Granny Flat Builders. Granny Flat Builders are a Sydney based company that provide their customers with well-designed Granny Flats, Modular Kit homes, extensions, studios and home offices, all at very affordable prices. They build outstanding quality homes using the best licensed tradesmen. This ensures they deliver your granny flat on time and inside your budget.

Duratuff Select’s new generation of vinyl cladding, vinyl weatherboards, wall cladding and exterior weatherboard’s offer rich, vibrant colours with an authentic wood grain texture for a more beautiful home. A broad palette of lustrous colours and innovative design means you can enjoy the look of real painted timber without any of the hassle, perfect for any investment property!

Whether you’re looking to gain extra income, build a teenage retreat, a home business or even a place for ageing parents to live in, look no further. Granny Flats are being used more and more every day for investment purposes. The New South Wales Government 10 day approval process makes it that much easier to start earning money today.

They have an extensive range of kit homes and will ensure they have the right solution for you. All of the homes are designed to take full advantage of the available space with an emphasis on large, open living areas that are filed with natural light.

Earn extra income from your backyard and:

  Create more living space

  Help pay off your home quicker

  Generate a passive income

   Keep your family close by

  Save money with a home office

Visit their website today or give the friendly staff a call on (02) 8064 2420

www.grannyflatbuilders.com.au

                           

Austech Provide Polyboard Enviro Insulation to Wollongong's Living Building Project.

Austech has worked closely and proudly with Danrae Water Proofing on Australia’s First Living Building Project. The University of Wollongong’s Sustainable Building Research Centre is currently under construction, and is due to being completed by mid-2013. The Living Building Challenge comprises seven performance areas; water, energy, health, materials, equity and beauty. Austech provided more than 500sqm2 of Polyboard Enviro 300, in both the 50mm and 75mm thickness, for rooftop and plaza deck insulation.

The 2,600 sqm2 building is set to produce more energy per year than it consumes, via a rooftop photovoltaic (solar) panels along with a wind turbine. Austech’s Polyboard Enviro 300 is a zero Ozone Depletion Potential, (meaning it releases no chemicals when manufactured) Green Star compliant extruded Polystyrene making it the perfect match for the Living Building Project.

The benefits of our Polyboard Enviro 300 Insulation include:

o   High R – Value = Increased Energy Efficiency = Lower Energy Demands

o   High Strength = 300 KPA Compressive Strength

o   Green Product = 0 ODP = Low Global Warming Potential

o   Low Water Absorption = Increased Thermal Performance

o   Guaranteed Long Term Thermal Performance = 50 year plus product lifecyclew

Austech External Building Products is an Australian distributor of quality building products, including a range of extruded polystyrene insulation. Austech has been providing the Australian construction industry with quality products for over 30 years and has offices Australia wide.

Visit our website www.foamular.com.au or call the friendly team on (02) 9831 1623.

     

Duratuff Vinyl Cladding Used in Cabin Park Upgrade

Duratuff Select Vinyl House cladding was selected to be installed as a maintenance free exterior to an extra 58 cabins at the Barney Beach Caravan Park in Gladstone to relieve pressure on the districts’ accommodation shortage.

Barney Beach Caravan Park is a waterfront property situated at Gladstone’s historic Barney Point Beach. The park was Gladstone’s first, and is today one of Queensland’s oldest parks still owned and operated by the original owners, the Corones Family.

The “boutique-style” park is steeped in charm and history offering guests superior service and immaculate facilities in a parkland setting. Located 80 metres from a swimming and fishing beach and five minutes to the city centre, Barney Beach Caravan Park offers caravan and camping sites and has the largest range of award winning value accommodation in the Gladstone Region.

With Austech’s Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding already standing the test of time in the park from previous projects the decision was an easy one for the cladding option when an expansion of the park was undertaken resulting in 58 cabins being added.

Prestige Exteriors Pty Ltd supplied and installed the vinyl cladding using their distribution network to start installation of wall cladding within 1 week from getting the Colour Specification (Cypress) at a rate of 4 cabins per week over a 15 week period.

Around 3,400m2 of Duratuff Cypress was used in Total. Our vinyl cladding is nationally distributed and is widely used in the Caravan Park industry for premium accommodation.

Available in 9 standard & 5 premium colours and without the need for future painting or sealing Duratuff is perfect for all environments.

Contact Austech today for a free quote and measure or simply visit www.duratuff.com.au