BV Summer Issue 18 2023 by Australian Glass and Window Association

ISSUE 18 | SUMMER 2023

Celebrating excellence in the glass, window and associated industries

2023 DESIGN AND INDUSTRY AWARDS Showcasing our State and National Winners

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2023 Capstone Assessment and National Apprentice of the Year Winner

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2023 AGWA DESIGN AWARDS

WELCOME!

National People's Choice Award Winner: Solace Creations Double Glazing - Strathnairn Charity House

For many years, AGWA has held the Design and Industry Awards to celebrate the success, creativity, skills and professionalism of our industry. We are pleased to showcase the 2023 Award-winning projects and individuals in this bumper special edition of BuiltView magazine.

Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Design Awards.

DESIGN AWARDS

We would like to thank the independent panel of judges for their time and their efforts. All entries were considered on an individual basis and the panel then met and deliberated on their decisions.

Open to members of the Australian Glass & Window Association (AGWA), the Design Awards celebrate the creativity and innovation in the fenestration and glazing industries. The Design Awards aim to:

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Increase the level of interest in windows, glass, glazing, doors, skylights, fenestration products and security screens. Raise the awareness and profile of all Association members and differentiate them from others. Execute a consistent professional showcase for window systems, glass and glazing, skylights and security screens by celebrating and recognising excellence within our industry.

This year, we received over 180 entries across all categories, making it our biggest competition ever. AGWA would like to thank all the companies that submitted entries to the 2023 Design Awards. The Awards are held in high regard within the industry and it is only through the continued quality and innovation displayed, that this standard of excellence is maintained. We are proud to contribute to raising the profile of Association members and celebrate their outstanding achievements for 2023.

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The panel complimented and commended all applicants, both for the quality and innovation of their products, and the professional presentation of their entries. The 2023 Design Awards judges were: Craig Brennan | CMB Management Larissa McCollin | ABC of Design Robert Campion | Window & Glass Association of New Zealand Michael Spencer | Edge Labs Design Kerry Clare | Clare Design Architects

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Bent & Curved Glass Birchgrove Residence

National Design Awards Overall Winner National Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner NSW Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner Stephen Togher ARCHITECT: Carter Williamson Architects BUILDER: Artechne Pty Ltd PHOTOGRAPHY: Brett Boardman Photography FABRICATOR: GJ Aluminium

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G.James Glass & Aluminum Pty Ltd Jubliee Hotel - Brisbane

National Design Awards Highly Commended National Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner Lewis Saragossi ARCHITECT: Blight Rayner BUILDER: Rohrig Constructions PHOTOGRAPHY: Clayfield Studios - Mark Taylor FABRICATOR/GLAZING: G.James Glass & Aluminium

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Solace Creations Double Glazing Strathnairn Charity House

People's Choice Overall Winner

Karen Porter

BUILDER: Kane Constructions PHOTOGRAPHY: Millet Photography FABRICATOR: Thermotek Windows and Doors

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European Window Co Alvie House

People's Choice Runner Up National Residential Project Over $80K Highly Commended Carl Costabile DESIGN: Damian Orlando Design BUILDER: Cosatt Building Group PHOTOGRAPHY: Timothy Kaye FABRICATOR: European Window Co.

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LGA (WA) Pty Ltd Bunbury Office Development

People's Choice Runner Up WA Commercial Project Over $750K Winner Jamie Brooks ARCHITECT: COX Architecture BUILDER: Georgiou Group PHOTOGRAPHY: D-MAX Photography FABRICATOR: LGA (WA) Pty Ltd

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Dowell Windows + Doors Transformation House

National Residential Project Under $30K Winner VIC Residential Project Under $30K Winner Jeff Rotin

ARCHITECT: Mirvac FABRICATOR: Dowell Windows + Doors

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Creative Windows Peninsula House

National Residential Project Over $80K Winner VIC Residential Project Over $80K Winner Rod Allen ARCHITECT: Wood Marsh BUILDER: Spence Constructions PHOTOGRAPHY: Timothy Kaye FABRICATOR: Creative Windows

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Transforming Glass to enhance Architectural Environments

Birchgrove Residence. Architects: Carter Williamson Architects. Photographer: Brett Boardman Photography.

The Birchgrove Residence Project encompasses a contemporary addition to the rear of a heritage dwelling that reaches out to, flows down towards and embraces it’s dazzling harbourside location.

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The unique curvilinear forms of the architecture create a dynamic interplay of positive and negative space interpreted and defined by an almost liquid flow of the facade glazing system. The combination of applying a range of traditional glass craft skills with deployment of the latest glass manufacturing technologies has allowed Bent and Curved Glass to provide glazing solutions that meet the challenges presented by this unique architectural design vision. The project is testament to what can be achieved by local curved glass manufacturer Bent and Curved Glass working with a collaborative approach combining with Architect, Builder and Window fabricator in a collective commitment to achieve the highest level of finish. Bent and Curved Glass is dedicated to creating the most exciting and successful outcomes for all its’ customers.

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Smartech Door Systems Leyla Rooftop

National Commercial Project Under $100K Winner VIC Commercial Project Under $100K Winner Anthony Cassar

BUILDER: Kane Constructions PHOTOGRAPHY: Laura Burke FABRICATOR: Thermotek Windows and Doors

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KOR Glass and Aluminium Roker St

National Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner NSW Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner James Baxter ARCHITECT: PBD Architects BUILDER: Reform Projects PHOTOGRAPHY: Simon Whitbread FABRICATOR: KOR Glass and Aluminium

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GTS Glass Cartier Shop Brisbane

National Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Highly Commended QLD Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner James Riley BUILDER: Darren Cutting

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Bent & Curved Glass Colour Dial Tables

National Bespoke Project Under $10K Winner NSW Bespoke Project Under $10K Winner Stephen Togher and Michael Finn

DESIGNER: Rive Roshan PHOTOGRAPHER: Tom Ross and Sally Dan-Cuthbert

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JH Glass Innovation Pty Ltd Rooftop Glass Pool

National Bespoke Project Over $10K Winner QLD Bespoke Project Over $10K Winner John Hyde

BUILDER: Cavcorp SUPPLIER: Polytron Glass Australia

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Majestic Glass Art Gallery Modern Project

National Bespoke Project Over $10K Highly Commended NSW Bespoke Project Over $10K State Winner Surya Pingali

BUILDER: Declan Keenan PHOTOGRAPHY: Riss Photography

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Mt Barker Glass Beechwood Conservatory

National Bespoke Project Over $10K Highly Commended SA Bespoke Project Over $10K Winner Darian Byrne

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Clear Brilliance Dentsu Project

National Shower Screen and Barrier Project Winner

ARCHITECT: Hot Black Design FABRICATOR: Fabcon

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KOR Glass and Aluminium Mirror Image - Dover Heights

National Shower Screen and Barrier Project Highly Commended

James Baxter

INTERIOR DESIGNER: Smac Studio PHOTOGRAPHY: Anson Smart FABRICATOR: KOR Glass and Aluminium

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AGI Windows & Doors Pty Ltd AGI Showroom

National Small Showroom Winner

DESIGNER: Alan Todd BUILDER: AGI Windows & Doors PHOTOGRAPHY: Tim Collins Media

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Alspec Aluspace

National Large Showroom Winner

Lucy Kendall

ARCHITECT: MXM Design Studio

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Breezway Breezway Altair IGLU Double Glazed Louvre System

National Most Innovative Window System Winner

Steve Harrison

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Doric Umbra Flush Mortice Lock

National Most Innovative Component Winner

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G.James Windows & Doors Flush Drain Sill System

National Most Innovative Product/Service Winner

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AGWA Life Member - Gregory Ewen Hunt Greg Hunt was honoured as an individual whose dedication to the glass and window industry cannot be denied by receiving an Honorary Life Membership of the Australian Glass & Window Association. Greg’s school counsellor encouraged him to apply for a job at G.James Glass as an apprentice glazier. The actual job was not what he imagined as he believed he was applying for a job in an iceworks. He thought the job was for a glacier not glazier! Greg had his interview with Bob Gaddes at G.James West End and believes he got the job because he was playing the right code of football at the time. He began work with G.James in August 1979 and, after a few years working as a glazier, he was offered the opportunity to work in the office of the Glass Department. At only 23 years of age, Greg was offered a position as Manager of the new laminating plant at Narangba, and he was also made responsible for the G. James Malaysian factory for 20 years until the plant closed. In March 1996, Greg became a Director at G. James and moved back to the Head Office at Eagle Farm. Greg’s commitment to the industry has been evident in the amount of time and effort he has put in over the years through his involvement in AGGA and now AGWA. His contributions span more than 25 years and encompass the Queensland Glass Merchants Association, the GAAQ and AGGA Queensland. In 2014 he received the AGGA Qld state award for ‘Glass Person of the Year’. Greg was also on the AGGA National Board for more than 15 years as both a member, President and Treasurer chairing the Marketing and Communications Committee for more than a decade. He was passionately involved in the content of AGGA and later the AGWA magazine, the National Conferences and State Events contributing also to the training and safety committees. As someone who entered the industry as an apprentice, Greg views apprentices as a vital part of the industry and has been a key contributor to the Master Glazier Program from its inception. When the time came for the merge of AGGA and AWA to form the Australian Glass & Window Association, Greg was on the frontline as a member of the inaugural Board as the Deputy Chair. He remains a valued director to this day. He is passionate about whatever tasks he sets for himself and always gives 100% to his family, friends and work.

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AGWA Industry Person of the Year - Craig Brennan Leaving school at the end of Year 10, Craig began working for GEC where he completed his apprenticeship in as a sheet metal worker. After Going on to studying Production Engineering, at night, GEC promoted him to a Production Engineer, programming the 3rd CNC Turret Punch machine introduced into Australia. Craig accepted a job with Vincent Windows in 1988, starting a whole new career in the window industry, under the wing of Uwe Rehm, as a factory supervisor, transforming the batch manufacturing system, into a 'Just in Time' production system. After a number of business takeovers Craig worked with Ross Doonan at James Hardie. Craig travelled, interstate and around NSW, developing the highly advanced and disruptive window and door range known as Quantum, a significant innovation in product, process, and delivery concept. At the same time, he was studying and, after 6 years, gained his Bachelor of Business majoring in commerce. After another business takeover from Trend, James Hardie saw him become Production Operation Manager before moving into the Design Department, where he helped manage the James Hardie Testing Facility. In 2003, Craig started his own business CMB Management, working with the ALG to build the business known as Azuma Design, helping setting up the Testing Facility and began his new career path as a Technical Consultant to the industry, where he remains. Craig sits on various Technical Committees, including AGWA’s Window, and Standards, and is a technical advisor with to the AISF and is a NATA Assessor. He is very much in demand for his technical advice on failing installed products and has acted as an expert witness in various court cases. Craig’s technical expertise in the areas of energy, window and door standards and problem solving are unique and his dedication to the industry and the AGWA cannot be overstated.

AGWA Industry Person of the Year - Gary Aspden Gary Aspden started working at the West End Glass Division of G.James on 24 July 1980. He left for greener pastures on 18 March 1988 and subsequently worked in Melbourne for both Pilkington and George Fethers. Finally realising the grass really wasn’t that green in Melbourne, especially during winter, Gary returned to G.James at Eagle Farm in 1994, where he still works today. Gary has had experience across all aspects of the industry over the years. His knowledge of glass products, energy regulations, Building Codes, Australian Standards as well as the finished glass and aluminium system is highly regarded and recognised as being second to none in the Australian industry. During his time at G.James, Gary has been instrumental in guiding its Windows and Doors and Facades businesses on all things glass and, much to Greg Hunt’s angst, Gary is regularly called upon by external parties for his advice. He has been a valuable mentor to many current and past G.James’ glass employees. Gary was President of the GAAQ and a committee member of the FGMA, GAAQ and AGGA (QLD) for over 30 years and his contribution to these committees has been invaluable to our industry. He has also participated on behalf of both G.James and AGGA/ AGWA on many committees, including as a representative on Standards Committee BD07, the AGWA technical committees for glass and for balustrades and on IGMA, AGWA’s IGU sub-committee.

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AGWA National Apprentice Winner - Nathaniel Leatherby After winning their state competitions, six apprentice state finalists met at TAFE QLD on Tuesday 29 August 2023 to participate in a Capstone Assessment to determine the best apprentice in Australia. This Capstone Assessment consisted of seven tasks – including an IGU assembly, glass cutting to a template, edge work, a window hack out, a re-glaze and fan holes. The 7-hour assessment was an intense day for all. Four highly skilled judges assessed the apprentices on their skill and accuracy over the day and a national winner was awarded based on the apprentices’ performances on the day and scores from a theory exam and an interview. The winner of the National Apprentice of the Year for 2023 is Nathaniel Leatherby from New South Wales. Nathaniel was trained by TAFE NSW and is employed by Mudgee Glass and Security Door Services. Nathaniel, who started his apprenticeship with his glazier father after going to work with him on Saturdays, really enjoys the variety glazing offers. He says ‘It's rewarding work … no job is the same, and it can be as easy or as hard as you would like it to be. A negative is that it can be very dangerous if not careful but the lifelong friends you make in the industry and the incredible skills you learn are unrivalled by any other industry. It's such a specialised trade you don't meet to many glaziers we are in demand and worth a lot’. Nathaniel’s career goals are to move and find a job in a bigger place and one day to become a glazing teacher. Nathaniel states ‘my TAFE teachers are incredible role models for the industry and they helped show me the value in teaching glass and glazing … and I would love to pass his and my knowledge on to the next generation of glaziers’. Congratulations to Nathaniel, and all the finalists, on representing the future of the industry so well.

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7 Star Homes have started! After many delays, the NCC 2022’s Energy Efficiency amendments have finally started with NSW taking the lead with 1 Oct 2023 adoption, followed by ACT for 15 Jan 2024 and VIC for 1 May 2024.

The NCC 2022 changes reduce the total energy that a new built home can use, forcing new builds to be more Energy Efficient as well as promote the use of onsite renewable energy. One of the biggest consumption of a home’s total energy is for Heating and Cooling. Glazing plays a significant role here as regular single glazed windows/glass doors can let high levels of unwanted Heat Gain into a home during warmer periods of the year, and high levels of unwanted Heat Loss during colder periods of the year… unless you use Energy Efficient glazing. Insulglass® Insulated Glass Units (IGU) from Australian Glass Group have a full range of regular double and triple glazing as well as higher performance Softcoat LowE coated options to comply with your specific needs within our new minimum 7 Star homes, and beyond. Two key glazing performance factors stand out here; Total System U-Value and Total System SHGC, which are identified by the NCC and come with set minimum performances.

Benefits of Insulglass® Double Glazing*: • Compliance with NCC code improvements without compromising the look, clarity or high Visible Light Transmittance (VLT) • Allow Energy Efficient homes by requiring less energy to Heat and Cool… all year round • Allow larger windows and glass doors to bring the outside in and lighter, brighter homes for better wellbeing • Superior Insulation that keeps the cold out and the warmth in • A full range of Solar Control; either allow passive heat inside for colder climates, or block more for warmer climates • Healthier homes by virtually eliminating internal condensation forming on the inside glass surface • Reduce loud disturbing noises with better acoustics • Protect from fading factors from harmful UV • Save money on reduced Energy bills • Confirmed compliance with a large listing in WERS * Benefits based on comparisons of the full range of Insulglass® Double Glazing and regular 4mm single glazed clear float.

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Think of this as a measure of Insulation – how much internal heat escapes through the glazing, per m², when it is colder outside than inside, as heat wants to move from where it is hot to where it is not. The lower the U-Value, the better the Insulation.

SHGC: Solar Heat Gain Coefficient. This is a measure of Solar Control – how

SHGC

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COVER AND CONTENTS: Bent & Curved Glass National Design Awards Winner, National Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner and NSW Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner Project: Birchgrove Residence | Architect: Carter Williamson Builder: Artechne Pty Ltd | Photographer: Brett Boardman Photography | Fabricator: GJ Aluminium

CONTRIBUTORS

Ross Doonan

Angela Farrell

Russell Harris

Kellie Moore

FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR, DECO AUSTRALIA

COPYWRITER, TRADE ADVERTISING AGENCY, AUSTRALIAN OLYMPIAN

TECHNICAL MANAGER, AGWA

GROUP CORPORATE MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, CAPRAL

Ross Doonan is the founder and director of DECO Australia. Ross has experience working across a wide range of industries throughout his career including manufacturing, building, mining, food processing and technology transfer. Ross’s philosophy was simple; to deliver a unique, high value and aesthetically pleasing durable finish for aluminium building products, while also delivering exceptional standards of quality and service to customers. Ross believes it is these values (combined with a lot of dedication and hard work) that have been pivotal to the success of DECO Australia and is proud to see these values continue to flow through the business today.

Angela is an advertising copywriter and business content writer with over 15 years, advertising agency experience. She loves the challenge of working across industries and genres; writing radio ads for snack brands, websites for SaaS, articles for AGWA, and everything in between! Having represented Australia in the sport of sailing, Angela is passionate about the teamwork and hard work that goes into success — be it in sport or business.

With over 20 years’ industry experience Russell has a thorough understanding of fenestration, including compliance, product design, development, and testing. Russell’s background in R&D means he is familiar with many of the emerging technologies, innovations and market influences that are likely to impact the industry in the future. Since joining the Association in 2016, Russell has been a noteworthy leader in the technical space, and an active contributor to the ongoing development of the Regulatory framework affecting the window industry.

Ross has tertiary qualifications in Engineering and Science, and a Master’s degree in Management.

Vivienne Munter

Ingrid Pagura

Maurice Tapang

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION, AGWA

INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR, AGWA

ECONOMIST HIA

Vivienne began her employment with AGWA in mid-2017 assisting in the administrative duties in the Sydney office on a casual basis. Her role soon progressed to part time providing administrative assistance to the Training Manager including preparation of material for trainers and the annual AGWA Design Awards. Later she was offered a full-time position split between managing the administrative side of AGWA’s Accredited Companies Program (ACP) and Dispute Resolution Services.

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Ingrid began her role with AGWA in May 2021 looking after the training needs of members. Her role soon progressed to include working on BuiltView, the AGWA Design Awards, the website and other marketingrelated activities. Prior to AGWA, Ingrid worked for a legal publishing company as an editor, a publishing manager and then an editorial trainer. Her time at Butterworths saw her work on their building and local government and environment suite of products and with the CSIRO and ABCB on other BCA projects. She also previously worked for many years as a part time teacher at TAFE teaching law, business, communications and work health and safety across multiple faculties.

Maurice graduated with a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Sydney in 2021, majoring in Financial Economics and Econometrics. He led two collaborative projects, one analysing of the effects of COVID on the stock prices of commercial property companies and the second, collaborating with ANZ Banking involving recommendations to improve their data analytics for the approval of home loans in disadvantaged postcodes. He joined the HIA in 2023, and his responsibilities involve contributing to HIA’s suite of publications and articles. Maurice comes from a construction background, with his family involved in the quarrying, hauling, earthmoving, and waste business in the Philippines.

Kellie is the Group Corporate Marketing Communications Manager at Capral Aluminium and has over 20 years of experience in the Australian window industry. Kellie is a great supporter of independent window and door manufacturers and writes about sustainability, aluminum, energy efficiency, and industry trends.

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Clinton Skeoch Executive Director and CEO AGWA

In the modern construction sector, progress hinges on a delicate balance between innovation, regulation, collaboration and pragmatism. While not all outcomes land where we hope they will, I can assure members that the Australian Glass & Window Association (AGWA), is and remains, a steadfast advocate for advancing industry standards, sustainability and ultimately, profitability. While we had some adoption slippages, it is pleasing to see, despite a large-scale push from the building sector, that the introduction of the 7-Star BASIX requirements went live on 1 October. AGWA has diligently laboured to keep this policy on track through a multifaceted approach, employing articles, member visits, press releases, media advertisements, and engaging in ministerial visits. Our collective intention was, and is, clear: to maintain an unwavering focus across the country that our industry listened to, invested in and was ready for. To continue the momentum, in early October, a pivotal meeting took place where I had the privilege of engaging with state and federal building ministers in a round table discussion on opportunities for improvement in the building regulation space. Alongside other stakeholders, we emphasised the paramount need for clarity, transparency, and certainty within building policies. The key takeaway resonated deeply — the need for urgency, uniformity, and action. While to many AusFenEx23 is a distant memory, it is prudent to reflect on how the event was not only a great opportunity to learn, engage and collaborate, but also to celebrate the excellence in our industry. The AusFenEx23 Gala Dinner, as seen in this Magazine, showcased the outstanding design, installation and innovation achievements. It is our honour to draw attention, in the pages of this Magazine, to the remarkable talent and creativity displayed by our industry members. Equally the Awards were an opportunity to celebrate service and personal achievement. My hearty congratulations go to Greg Hunt, from G.James Glass and Aluminium, on becoming a life member of AGWA, recognising his many decades of service to our industry at large. The night also celebrated Gary Aspden and Craig Brennan with their National Industry Awards, recognising their many years of service to the window and glass industry. While it was amazing to honour commitment on the night, it was also great to celebrate excellence in the future generations of our industry, with our inaugural National Apprentice Competition being conducted during AusFenEx23. I invite you to peruse the pages of this Magazine and discover the great future and opportunity that was on show for final year glaziers in our industry. The commitment from these young entrants to our industry is a testament to the promising future of our industry and celebration that we seek to build on year after year. As the year comes to a close, I extend heartfelt gratitude to our members for their unwavering support throughout this year. Your dedication is the cornerstone of our industry’s progress, and we eagerly anticipate your continued commitment in the promising year that lies ahead. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us here at AGWA. BUILTVIEW ISSUE 18 Summer 2023

SAFETY

2023 NATIONAL AGWA SAFETY AWARD

Ingrid Pagura Industry Development Coordinator, AGWA

It gives me great pleasure to announce the 2023 AGWA National Safety Award winner is Festival Glass and Glazing (SA) with their Heavy Lifting Solution. Compliments and congratulations to all our finalists Australian Glass Group, Aussie Aluminium and Glass Co Metro for their entries as well. It is great to see such diverse and innovative ideas. AGWA is committed to improving the safety culture of our industry and promoting our members’ successful applications in the safety space. In this issue we are spotlighting these safety solutions and asked the winner Festival Glass and Glazing a series of questions to delve deeper into their safety solution so that they may inspire some of you to adopt these measures. We hope the following insights will help you see that making safety part of our everyday culture is not as dauting of a task as it may seem. If you have any stories on projects that you have implemented to improve safety in your workplace, please contact me on training@agwa.com.au so that we can highlight yours as well in the Safety page. Winner of 2023 National Safety Award: Festival Glass and Glazing (SA) Nicki Reeves, Human Resources Manager What was your entry for the 2023 AGWA Safety Awards? Our entry focused on eliminating soft tissue injuries caused by manual lifting of heavy glass, particularly on shopfronts. We commissioned four items of automated and manual 46

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lifting equipment that could be used both in-house and on-site. We then thoroughly trained our staff in the new procedures and implemented these changes into our standard procedures. How did you come up with your safety idea? Did something happen that prompted you to change your safety procedures? We’d become concerned by a spate of back strains that our team had been experiencing. In addition to the personal effect on injured staff and their families, these injuries led to loss of productivity due to absences and rehabilitation. Through our incident review processes we identified that the heavy, awkward and repetitive lifting of shopfront panels, often weighing as much as 300 kg each was the main cause. We identified that an investment in portable lifting equipment was required to eliminate manual lifting. Can you please talk us through the steps you undertook to implement the change and the timing? How do you now ensure that this new procedure/change is being followed? We reviewed and tested a range of equipment before deciding on models by the manufacturer ‘Quattro’. Once on-site, Quattro staff customised a training program for our staff that included factory based ‘test’ lifting and glazing into frames. We then selected from among our staff, a number of site ‘mentors’ who took ownership of implementing the new processes on-site with assistance from Quattro staff. While on-site, our staff recorded installations and these videos were reviewed at subsequent toolbox meetings to ensure correct use.

Finalist in 2023 AGWA Safety Award: Aussie Aluminium (SA) Tiffany Perin, Director Aussie Aluminium has a partnership with the University of SA to host final-year Physiotherapy students. Students complete a 5-week placement at our factory as part of their Work Health and Safety module. The report findings are presented to use in our strategic planning for continuous improvement and implemented in our workplace. We hold a morning tea on the first morning the students are on placement so the staff can get to know who they are and what the project topic is for their time at the work placement. This is a great way to get them involved.

After changing our Standard Operating Procedures for all machines and processes, our site ‘mentors’ ensure that these processes are being followed and that new staff are fully trained. Was your staff engaged from the outset? Please share some examples of how you got them on board. To overcome any resistance to change, several toolbox meetings were held in which we highlighted the need to reduce injuries by tabling the KPIs associated with our safety processes. Once all staff had understood the aim of the project and fully accepted the need to ‘think and work safer’, we set up a working committee of team members in different roles to review options and decide on the solution. The entire team’s involvement and input from the initial stages through to implementation was vital for ensuring success.

Successful projects have included ergonomic assessments of our administrative offices and our factory floor, job dictionaries for the main tasks performed in our factory, and workflow assessments for manual handling as well as industry-designed templates for pre-employment physical capability assessment, which we use when employing staff or reviewing staff fit for work. Students have also designed an industry-specific manual handling training package for our workshop that we will use as part of our staff training.

Finalist in 2023 AGWA Safety Award: Australian Glass Group (NSW)

Have you seen a change since implementing your safety idea? Productivity? Safety culture? Other? The positive benefits have been huge. We have experienced a complete elimination of soft tissue injuries since our safety solution was implemented. In addition, the effect on productivity has far outweighed our expectations. Installations that previously required a 10 person ‘lift’ can now be fully installed by 4 people in considerably less time. We have also seen a large reduction in expensive reworks from glass breakage during installation. Overall, the benefits have far outweighed the costs of implementation.

Vic Moen, General Manager NSW

What advice would you give your colleagues in the industry about making changes to the safety culture in their own workplaces? Involve your team in the process. Discuss your reasons and the desired outcomes and give staff a voice and a role in the process. You need your staff to ‘buy in’ to the solution to ensure its success. And don’t be afraid to invest capital into safety because you may find, like we did, that the benefits far outweigh the cost.

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Weekly toolbox meetings with all shifts and despatch

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The AGG entry was No Injury November 2022. It was an initiative to provide extra focus on safety during the busiest time of year. About 40% of staff had only been with us for less than 11 months and many being new to our industry. Bringing a safety into focus during our busiest time of the year would help highlight the everyday necessity of doing things in a safe way even if you are busy.

The activities we used to implement this included, among other things:

Find a Hazard picture (with over 40 hazards to find)

Exclusion zone training and assessment for all staff

‘Guess who’ activity page with 18 celebrities dressed in High Vis

Hazard identification activity with all staff submitting a hazard in their area

Safety word jumble

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Prizes, awards and certificates handed out each week to members of each shift

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Final event – Guest speaker, Australian Paralympian Nigel Smith addressing all staff. His world changed at 25 years old when he lost his leg in a workplace accident.

‘No Injury November’ will become part of our annual calendar of events as we achieved record production volumes and sales during the month.

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COST OF CONSTRUCTION REMAINS ELEVATED

ECONOMY

Maurice Tapang HIA Economist

Builders’ key pressure points remain materials and labour The Housing Industry Association (HIA) recently conducted a survey of its members on questions around business and building conditions and their outlook for where the industry is headed. The HIA Omnibus 2023 survey responses came from home and renovation builders, suppliers, manufacturers, developers, and trade contractors. More than half of respondents indicated that the key pressure points that they faced in the first half of 2023 were the availability of skilled labour and the price of materials. These two responses are also at the top of the ranks when asked about expectations of pressure points in the next 12 months. The difficulty in getting construction materials and severe labour shortages during the pandemic put upwards pressure on the cost of building a home. While the sources of these pressures — supply chain bottlenecks and an inability to access skilled workers — have somewhat eased, their spillover effects on work on the ground and builders’ expectations continue to linger. HIA’s most recent Trades Report found that the acute shortage of skilled tradespeople in Australia increased the price of trades by almost a quarter since the pandemic began, while ABS data shows that supply chain constraints blew out the cost of home building materials by a third. 0.5 0.4

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The outlook is expected to improve over the next 12 months, evidenced by a fall in the percentage of respondents who said these pain points would remain, however, because the price of materials rarely goes backwards. Although the magnitude of the differences may fall, the ongoing pressures will remain for at least the next few years. Build times remain elevated, but a tale of two markets emerged out of the pandemic Extended build times adversely impact a builders’ ability to properly price building a home and adds uncertainty to their operating environment. The longer it takes to build a home, the greater the risk that builders must cop cost blowouts associated with skyrocketing materials prices. This was particularly acute during the pandemic. On the plus side, the easing of these pressure points has trickled into improvements in building conditions. Builders across

Australia have indicated that it now takes just under a year, on average, to construct a typical detached home. This is certainly an improvement compared to 2022 but remains well above the 8 months it took to build pre-pandemic. The pandemic produced an interesting divergence in build times across markets. In 2019, build times across all jurisdictions were consistent with the national average of 8 months, and the difference between the quickest and slowest jurisdiction was just 3 months. Now, the discrepancy has blown out to over 6 months, revealing a clear tale of two markets. Over the past year, build times in New South Wales and Victoria have improved, while those in South Australia and Queensland have worsened. Western Australia has seen a marginal improvement in the last year, though it remains considerably higher than before the pandemic. The HIA Trades Report confirms this. While the availability of skilled trades has worsened across all jurisdictions, the difference between now and 2019 is far wider in South Australia and Western Australia than it is in the Eastern states. This comes as no surprise. The smaller states saw the most impressive increases in demand for housing during the pandemic, and it can be expected that the available labour would start to concentrate around the larger markets on the East coast. What have builders been doing to mitigate the risk of build time blowouts? Survey responses suggested that educating clients has never been more important than now. One builder indicated that their strategy had been to manage client expectations by informing them of the current state of the industry prior to signing a contract. Another said that there was a lack of information on increased regulatory costs from relevant government departments, which led clients to question why the cost of building a home was higher than one or two years ago. While these are very astute measures that protect builders and their clients, there remains a louder call for builder and consumer protections from government. There is light at the end of the tunnel. The results from the Omnibus survey indicate that responses are skewed towards optimistic future business conditions. With rapid population growth and pre-existing shortages of housing, there is no greater need for home building than now, and easing build times should help here. The market just needs to be propelled by the right amount of confidence and policy reform for the industry.

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CONTRIBUTORS

As a major sponsor at AusFenEx23, Oceania Glass would like to take a moment to extend our appreciation for an outstanding effort by the team at AGWA (Australian Glass & Window Association) and all the people in the industry who provide their time and energy to make it a success. As a long-term participant at these events, Oceania Glass recognises and congratulates the significant energy and passion that organisations invested in exhibiting, participating and presenting at AusFenex23. We loved the engaging exhibits, informative presentations, energetic networking, product demonstrations, insightful discussions and a lot more. The positive attitude was infectious and created a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere throughout the event. The time and effort invested in participation at this major event by all exhibitors and delegates has raised the expectations for the next AusFenEx event! Our thanks to AGWA for a wonderful event and congratulations to all of the Award winners.

Serena Joshua | Product & Marketing Communication Manager Oceania Glass

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As both a sponsor and exhibitor at the recent AGWA conference held at Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast, we must commend the organisers on a wonderfully successful event. A perfect venue with accommodation, golfing and conference facilities all on the same site. With excellent speakers for the breakout sessions and a wide range of exhibitors with connections to the Glass and Window industry, there was something for everyone who attended. We are very happy with the response to our company's exhibit and would like to thank all those involved in the organisation of the conference.

Carrick Bruce | General Manager GRC Tooling 50

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CONTRIBUTORS

The instant I arrived at this event had a feel-good energy. I could see the connections, thirst for knowledge, and the optimism our glass industry folk are well known for. Change has been an almost scary proposition for many in recent years, having the opportunity to learn and embrace change together really hit the mark. The flavour of the change has certainly evolved into a positive focus of exciting possibilities for the future. Those in attendance were treated to a diverse range of speakers providing valuable updates on the most topical subjects facing our industry. NCC 2022, sustainability, compliance, 7-star energy ratings, barriers and yes skills shortages still. As a glass and glazing girl, I certainly learnt a lot about the 7-star journey we are on. The record attendance numbers cemented the underlying feeling that this was an ‘it’s time they took our industry seriously moment’. It was a real collective buy-in to forge ahead and execute the long-term plan, for a new era for windows and glass, which will no doubt assist in attracting and retaining awesome talent to the industry. For those lucky enough to be in the room for the event close by Rob Carlton, what a surprising impactful treat that was. We are certainty a bunch that likes a good time and that we did, especially at the gala dinner. I’ve always found the collaborative nature of our industry remarkable, not just in the social interaction, but the openness of competitors sharing knowledge. This was on display here. We are such a unique industry that I’m proud to be part of and I can’t wait till see the impact of change and experience the great connections and learnings at the next event. Bring on AusFenEx 2025!

Deb Deeth |Managing Director Greater Glass

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‘Failure is not an option’ is Kiama Glass Director Kelly Seuren’s favourite quote, and one the team has modelled their work ethic around since he took over the business 8 years ago. In 2019, this tenacious leadership style helped to position the Kiama Glass name in the pages of Australian architectural history. For anyone with a finger on the pulse of Australian architecture, you’ll be familiar with 2019 HIA Australian House of the Year ‘Dovecote’, perched high on a breathtaking seaside hill on the NSW South Coast. The secluded 60-hectare block comprises two dwellings; a breathtaking four-bedroom house, and a smaller modern Scandinavian-style farmhouse. Both offer 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean, as well as sweeping views of the rural landscape to the west, and even featured in the 2020 blockbuster movie ‘The Invisible Man’. The Kiama Glass name has served the Illawarra’s South Coast and Southern Highlands for 25 years, and is well known to local builders and homeowners. But when this building project came to town, it still took Kelly weeks of pitching his glazing services to the builder until he successfully secured the work. Kelly knew it was important to win this piece of business for his team, and persistence paid off.

The ambitious Kiama Glass team again drew inspiration from their motto: ‘failure is not an option’ when handling the larger heavier panels, some upwards of 350 kg each. ‘The heavy double glazed units add warmth and comfort, while the large picture windows emphasise the views’, says Kelly, who worked closely with his experienced team of six glaziers, from measure to install, for over a total period of five weeks. ‘Dovecote’ Architect Andy Carson chose not to overwhelm the design with floor-to-ceiling glass. Instead, carefully considered framing provides breathtaking glimpses of the surroundings, with each room showcasing up a different view to the next. ‘The architect did a fantastic job positioning this building into the natural surroundings to capture amazing aspects of the Gerringong area’. says Kiama Glass Manager Lena Seuren, who still stops to admire the house whenever she drives by. Professional photos of the Dovecote project sit proudly on the Kiama Glass website, which helps to highlight the team’s high-end architectural glazing capabilities, and instil confidence in their customers and future customers. Kelly Seuren could not be more proud of his persistence to secure the work, and his team’s involvement in this now iconic piece of Australian architecture.

Kiama Glass installed all of the fixed glazing and frameless structural balustrades, while Vitrocsa Australia supplied and installed all of the sliding components. ‘Where possible, we used double glazed units for thermal and acoustic properties’. explains Kelly, who is familiar with the strong and cold winds of the NSW South Coast.

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TECHNICAL

ABOUT WIND LOADS Russell Harris Technical Manager, AGWA

All buildings are subject to the elements of extreme weather which include high wind speeds. Wind loads on buildings can be substantial and, in many cases, will act as one of the most significant forces that the building will be subjected to.

WIND DIRECTION

Wind load is a dynamic force as it varies greatly in intensity over time. As wind flows around a building, it exerts high pressure on the windward face (face of the building towards the wind) and low pressure (suction) on the leeward face (face of the building against the wind). Leading edges (corners) experience the greatest force due to wind acceleration.

POSITIVE PRESSURE

NEGATIVE PRESSURE (SUCTION)

Wind speed and wind pressure Wind speed and wind pressure are closely related but are not the same. Wind speed is an expression of the velocity of the air moving past a stationary object. It is most commonly measured in metres per second (m/s). Site wind speeds are derived from recorded regional wind speed data, the local effects of terrain (height, topography and shielding) and the relevant annual probability of exceedance. Site wind speeds are the predicted speed of wind over the building site and are determined without consideration of the effects of the building itself (ie, calculated as if the building does not exist). Wind pressure is the force per unit area exerted over a structure by moving air. The pressure varies with the velocity of the air (both wind speed and direction) and the aerodynamic shape and orientation of the structure. Different parts of the same building experience different wind pressures given the same site wind speed. Differential wind pressure is the difference in pressure between the inside and the outside of a building surface (eg, a window). Pressure is measured in pascals (Pa). Regulatory requirements The National Construction Code (NCC) prescribes that a building must perform adequately under all reasonably expected design actions and withstand extreme or frequently repeated design actions, including the effects of wind loads. The NCC references two Australian Standards for the determination of wind loads: •

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AS/NZS 1170.2 Structural Design Actions — Part 2 Wind Actions is the primary engineering Standard used in the design of buildings to resist wind actions and applies to all buildings constructed in Australia.

Wind loads for housing For the purposes of AS 4055, a house is defined as a Class 1 or 10 building (as per the NCC) with the following geometric limitations: •

A maximum width of 16 m, with a length not more than five times the width;

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THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR DETERMINING WIND LOADS AND COMPLIANCE ARE SET OUT IN AS 2047. Excerpt from Appendix C AS 2047: 2014 ‘Nomination of window ratings or design wind pressures for each window and door assembly should be as follows: (a) For housing, the purchaser should nominate (i) the window rating; (ii) the window exposure classification; and (iii) whether the window is a corner window when ordering the window assemblies. (b) For other residential buildings, the purchaser should nominate the design wind pressures when ordering the window assemblies. (c) For commercial buildings, the purchaser should nominate the design wind pressures for the window assemblies when ordering the windows. (d) The manufacturer of the window assemblies should verify the window assemblies meet the window rating or design wind pressures as provided by the purchaser.’ House sites are categorised into 6 non-cyclonic regions (N-ratings) and 4 cyclonic regions (C-ratings) based on geographic location, topography and the effects of shielding. Wind loads for residential and commercial buildings For all other buildings, wind pressures are determined in accordance with AS/NZS 1170.2.

The following wind actions, determined in accordance with this standard (using the procedures detailed in Section 2 and the values given in the remaining sections), shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of this Clause: (a) WU determined using a regional wind speed appropriate to the annual probability of exceedance (P) specified for ultimate limit states as given in AS/NZS 1170.0, or the Building Code of Australia. (b) WS determined using a regional wind speed appropriate to the annual probability of exceedance for the serviceability limit states.’ In accordance with AS 2047, for residential and commercial buildings, Water Penetration Resistance (WPR) for windows and doors must be specified as no less than 30% of the positive Serviceability Limit State. IMPORTANT NOTE: It is not appropriate to specify an N or C rating on any building other than a house within the geometric limitations prescribed by AS 4055.

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The calculation of the correct wind load for a building is both critical and complex. Precise calculation of the relevant forces is required to determine the strength and structural robustness of all building elements (including windows and doors) and must be carried out by a suitably qualified person (builder, engineer or architect) during the design stage.

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PCW COMMERCIAL WINDOWS OPENING THE DOOR TO A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Located on the NSW Central Coast, PCW Commercial Windows is a longstanding and respected market leader in manufacturing and installing commercial, industrial and upmarket residential windows and doors. Their exceptional portfolio of work spans the Central Coast, Sydney and Hunter Regions of NSW and includes many schools, civic buildings, institutions and architectural homes. ‘Our extensive industry experience and product knowledge means we can offer advice and design ideas for projects of virtually any size’ comments Owner and Managing Director Leigh Spinks. ‘We’ve forged strong relationships with many builders, big and small and are very proud to be 100% Australian owned and operated and manufacturing all our products to Australian Standards’. Keeping abreast of changes within the construction industry is a high priority for Leigh and his team. ‘It’s constantly changing; in particular, windows and glazing are undergoing great changes at the moment, energy provisions are tightening, and the performance of windows just needs to be better than in the past. More and more of our projects are double-glazed, and we are seeing increased demand for energy efficient products, particularly in commercial building applications. We prioritise ensuring our team is across the changing codes and provisions and technically capable of delivering exception-compliant products to our projects every time.’ Compliance is not the only place clients, architects and builders are expecting more from their window and door providers; in the past 24 months, Leigh and the PCW team have observed a noticeable shift in perceptions about windows and sustainability, noting that transparency regarding the sustainability of the products they provide is becoming a necessity. ‘Many of our clients want to know exactly where their products are coming from, how they have been manufactured, what materials are used, what the environmental impact of these products is’, adds Leigh. ‘Where sustainability was something people asked about occasionally, it has now become part of our daily conversations with clients and a critical component of all our commercial tenders’. This shifting focus is not surprising, given the growing recognition of the importance of embodied carbon in buildings. In 2022 Capral Aluminium, PCW’s leading supplier of Aluminium Window and Door Systems, introduced LocAl® a Lower Carbon Aluminium offer as standard across their full range of residential and commercial windows, doors and framing systems. Providing PCW access to a lower carbon aluminium option for their clients at no additional cost. At 8 kilograms of carbon emissions per kilogram of aluminium1, the LocAl® Green offer has 50% lower carbon emissions than the current global average for primary aluminium. It allows Australian window and door manufacturers like PCW to make more responsible procurement decisions when they source extruded aluminium. 1. (These figures are based on kilos emitted per kilo of aluminium produced - Aluminium Smelting and Casting)

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‘Our extensive industry experience and product knowledge means we can offer advice and design ideas for projects of virtually any size’ comments Owner and Managing Director Leigh Spinks. ‘We’ve forged strong relationships with many builders, big and small and are very proud to be 100% Australian owned and operated and manufacturing all our products to Australian Standards’.

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‘The ability to provide our clients and the architects they work with access to Lower Carbon Aluminum without any price premium has been essential for PCW, it answers the questions our clients are asking and gives them access to cleaner, green aluminium for their projects’, says Leigh. ‘It has enabled us to respond to the needs of the Architecture and Design community in their commitment to reducing embodied carbon within the built environment’. Access to window, door and framing systems extruded from lower carbon aluminium will ensure PCW is wellpositioned to support architects and builders seeking Green Star certification on their projects. Green Stars’ updated rating system has set a target for all project certifications to achieve a minimum of 40% reduction in upfront carbon by 2030. To achieve this target, it is imperative to address the use of aluminium. From this year onwards, new projects registering for Green Star certification will be required to achieve a minimum of 10% reduction, with a 20% reduction required for a 5-star scheme.

systems PCW sources from Capral are also ASI Performance and Chain of Custody Certified. Green Star’s Responsible Products Framework is linked to ASI Certification, which helps achieve credits under the Responsible Envelope initiative. This further connects the sustainability picture from embodied carbon to the broader social, economic, and environmental aspects of a material’s provenance. Capral is the only ASI Certified extruder within Australasia and, currently, the only window and door systems supplier offering ASI Certified aluminium systems within Australia. ‘We are very grateful that our supplier, Capral, is taking the lead in this space, making it possible for PCW to source lower-carbon aluminium products that have been ASI-certified throughout the value chain. It gives us a unique point of differentiation in the marketplace and the confidence to speak with full trust and transparency about the source of the aluminium used to produce the window and door systems we manufacture’ adds Leigh.

In addition to being extruded from Lower Carbon Aluminium the window and door

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2023 AGWA WA DESIGN AWARDS + INDUSTRY AWARDS

WA Custom Glass Dudley Park

Residential Project Under $30K Winner

PHOTOGRAPHY: Jaime Lim FABRICATOR: Jason Windows wacustomglass.com.au

Jason Windows Emmerson

Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner ARCHITECT: Mondo Exclusive Homes BUILDER: Mondo Exclusive Homes PHOTOGRAPHY: Crib Creative jasonwindows.com.au

Cooling Brothers Glass Company Spadaccini Homes

Residential Project Over $80K Winner ARCHITECT: Opulence Designers BUILDER: Spadaccini Homes PHOTOGRAPHY: Joel Barbitta coolingbros.com.au

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2023 AGWA WA DESIGN AWARDS + INDUSTRY AWARDS

Cooling Brothers Glass Company Mandurah TAFE

Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner ARCHITECT: Hunt Architects BUILDER: EMCO Building PHOTOGRAPHY: Rick Vermey coolingbros.com.au

Cooling Brothers Glass Company Forrestfield-Airport Link: Central Station

Bespoke Project Over $10K Winner ARCHITECT: GHD Woodhead BUILDER: Multiplex PHOTOGRAPHY: Matt Jelonek coolingbros.com.au

Glass Co Metro Glass Co Metro - Canning Vale

Small Showroom Winner ARCHITECT: Jodi Balhorn Interior Design BUILDER: Glass Co Metro PHOTOGRAPHY: Travis Hayto FABRICATOR: Glass Co Metro glasscometro.com.au

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2023 AGWA WA DESIGN AWARDS + INDUSTRY AWARDS

Com-Al Windows Pty Ltd Production Recording System (PRS)

Most Innovative Product / Service Winner com-al.com.au

WA Service To Industry Awards Brad Deere - Mandurah Glass Service Brad began his glazing career very early, helping his father Eric Deere doing callouts and other odd jobs during the school holidays for the family business, Mandurah Glass Services. After leaving high school, he joined Walshs Glass in 1994, learning the ropes in retail and commercial sales under the expert tutelage of John Bennett until 1997, when he left joining Mandurah Glass full time. Brad is a believer in innovation and investment in up-to-date machinery, which has become very relevant in the scarce labour market and difficult product sourcing times, we have been faced with over the past couple of years. He is also a believer in the industry as a whole and its opportunities to show more innovation and advancement.

Ian Pettersson - Westec Doors & Windows Ian Pettersson has spent three decades in the glass industry. After emigrating as a child from a small town in New Zealand, Ian spent 10 years working as a draftsperson and technician with Telstra in Darwin in the 1980s. Returning to Perth he started as an estimator at Shelley Glass, becoming a co-manager and leaving after a decade with the company, moving onto a two-year role with Viewmaster Aluminium products. Starting his own business was always a dream for Ian, and in 2004 it became a reality when Westec Doors & Windows was established alongside business partners David Dowd and John Van Lit. Known for his innovative spirit, Ian consistently seeks new ideas and products and has forged successful partnerships notably with AWS in Australia and within the European market with brands including Sky Frame, Renson and Reynaers. Ian is passionate about the growth of the glass door and window industry and would love to see the day when girls and boys leaving school will have an option to pursue a TAFE Diploma in the aluminium fabrication and installation industry.

Wayne Brooks - LGA (WA) Wayne has been in the glass and glazing industry for 48 years, starting as a young 16-year-old at West Coast Aluminium, where he eventually went on to become a partner in the business. In 1988 West Coast Aluminium was sold, and Wayne took this opportunity to go out on his own and in 1994 started Leschenault Glass & Aluminium. The business quickly outgrew the backyard shed and in 2008 Wayne built a purpose-built glazing facility comprising of large-scale office and factory in Wallis Road Bunbury employing 25-30 staff. The move from Leschenault to Bunbury also prompted the name change to LGA (WA) Pty Ltd. Starting from such small beginnings in his shed, one of Wayne’s greatest achievements in the industry is establishing a large commercial fabrication facility and installation team based in the southwest, that services the whole state. 64

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WA State Awards The WA State Awards Gala dinner was held on Friday 23 June at the Duxton Hotel Perth. A great night was had by all. Thanks to our sponsors Glass Co Metro, Glass Australia, NFK, Allegion, Elegant IG, Cooling Bros, Tough Glass, Oceania, and Lisec BUILTVIEW ISSUE 18 Summer 2023

2023 AGWA SA DESIGN AWARDS

Aluco Unley Residence

Residential Project Over $80K Winner BUILDER: Gilmore Construction ARCHITECT: Swanbury Penglase Architects PHOTOGRAPHY: David Russell aluco.com.au

Aluco Immanuel College

Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner ARCHITECT: Swanbury Penglase Architects BUILDER: Hindmarsh Construction PHOTOGRAPHY: Brendan Mann aluco.com.au

Packers Scotch College

Commercial Project Over $750K Winner ARCHITECT: Hames Sharley BUILDER: Badge Constructions Group PHOTOGRAPHY: Dan Trimboli packers.com.au

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2023 AGWA NSW DESIGN AWARDS

NSW

Australian Glass Group Mangerton Residential

Residential Project Over $80K Winner ARCHITECT: Michael Jenkins BUILDER: Icon Projects PHOTOGRAPHY: Shaw Photography FABRICATOR: Paarhammer Windows and Doors agg.com.au

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CVD Commercial Glass St Luke's Grammar School

Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Highly Commended ARCHITECT: Tonkin Zulaikha Greer BUILDER: Frank Tropea, Premier Building Group PHOTOGRAPHER: Aaron Greer FABRICATOR: CVD Commercial Glass cvdglass.com.au

Distinct Aluminium Solutions Cranbrook Vickars Building

Commercial Project Over $750K Winner ARCHITECT: Architectus BUILDER: Richard Crookes Constructions PHOTOGRAPHY: Scott Laidlaw FABRICATOR: Distinct Aluminium Solutions distinctas.com.au

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2023 AGWA VIC DESIGN AWARDS

VIC

AGI Windows and Doors Hampton Elegance

Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner ARCHITECT: Freeman Architecture; Designed by Jennifer McNish BUILDER: EcoBuilt (Vic) Pty Ltd PHOTOGRAPHY: Tim Collins Media FABRICATOR: AGI Windows and Doors agiwindowsanddoors.com.au

Australian Glass Group and Element Windows St Hubert's Winery

Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner ARCHITECT: Cera Stribley BUILDER: Long Contracting PHOTOGRAPHY: Dianna Snape FABRICATOR: Element Windows agg.com.au

elementwindows.com.au

Clear Edge Glass Systems Curved Glass Enclosure

Bespoke Project Over $10K Winner

FABRICATOR: Clear Edge Glass Pty Ltd clearedgeglass.com.au

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2023 AGWA QLD DESIGN AWARDS

QLD

Dowell Windows + Doors Bruce Rocksberg House

Residential Project Under $30K Winner

FABRICATOR: Dowelll Windows and Doors dowell.com.au

Bretts Architectural Window Solutions Samford Valley

Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner ARCHITECT: Myers Ellyett BUILDER: Barry Goad PHOTOGRAPHY: Nick Christie FABRICATOR: Bretts Architectural Window Solutions bretts.com.au

Tweed Coast Glass Cedarhill

Residential Project Over $80K Winner BUILDER: Michael Harris PHOTOGRAPHY: Simon Langford FABRICATOR: Tweed Coast Glass tweedcoastglass.com.au

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2023 AGWA TAS DESIGN AWARDS

TAS

Lomond Windows and Doors The Apex

Residential Project Between $30K - $80K Winner ARCHITECT: Engineering Plus BUILDER: Darkwood Construction PHOTOGRAPHY: Daimon Shelton FABRICATOR: Lomond Windows & Doors lomondwindows.com.au

City Glass Tasmania Murdolo Apartments

Residential Project Over $80K Winner

cityglasstasmania.com.au

Australian Glass Group UTAS Inveresk Library

Commercial Project Between $100K - $750K Winner ARCHITECT: John Wardle Architects BUILDER: Vos Construction PHOTOGRAPHY: Anjie Blair FABRICATOR: Vos Construction

agg.com.au

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2023 AGWA TAS DESIGN AWARDS

TAS

Hobart Glass and Aluminium Novotel Devonport Waterfront Hotel

Commercial Project Over $750K Winner ARCHITECT: Lyons Architects BUILDER: Fairbrother FABRICATOR: Hobart Glass and Aluminium hobartglass.com.au

Saward Glass Designs Hutchison Residence

Shower Screen and Barrier Project Winner

sawardglassdesigns.com.au

Hobart Glass and Aluminium Mersey River Barrier

Shower Screen and Barrier Project Winner

hobartglass.com.au

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Tasmanian State Awards The Tasmanian State Awards Gala dinner was held on Friday 30 June at the Country Club Tasmania in Launceston. A great night was had by all. Thanks to our Platinum Sponsor Viridian, Gold Sponsor AGG and Silver Sponsors OGA, Doric, Zipp, Capral, Access, and Alspec.

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Apprentice glaziers are the future of the glass and window industry. As well as making a direct contribution to the businesses employing them, today’s apprentices will one day reshape our entire industry, through their education, use of new technology, commitment to safety, and innovative approaches to glazing. Each year, AGWA recognises the very best apprentices in each state and nationwide, through the AGWA National Apprentice Competition. It’s our vision that these Awards help apprentices recognise their excellence, encourage their endeavours, and help them to forge a long and rewarding career in the glass and window industry. Apprentices are nominated by their RTOs and employers, and then must submit a portfolio of their work as well as answer a series of questions. They are interviewed by our Apprentice Interview Panel and one winner is awarded in each state. On 29 August 2023, the six finalists represented their state at the AGWA National Apprentice Competition, held at the TAFE QLD Eagle Farm campus. They were put through a 7-hour Capstone Assessment, consisting of seven tasks: IGU assembly, glass cutting to a template, edge 74

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work, window hack out and reglaze, fan holes and a commercial door reglaze. ‘The day was daunting to start with, but it definitely got easier as it went on. By the end of the day, I was just really thankful to have had the experience’, says Tasmania’s representative Bailey Jordan. It was a long, intense day that ended with a theory component. NSW finalist Nathaniel Leatherby recounted that ‘some of us had been up since 3 am to make our way to the event, so by the final practical assessment I was totally spent!’. Four highly skilled judges assessed the apprentices on their skill and accuracy over the day, and awarded a national winner based on their performance. Competition was fierce, but according to

Out of over 70 nominations, the top 6 Apprentices in Australia are: Alex Reid (QLD), Bailey Jordan (TAS), Dustin Kendall (WA), Lachlan Lemons (VIC), Nathaniel Letherby (NSW), and Zac Fulton (SA).

WA finalist Dustin Kendall ‘the other apprentices were all so nice and there was a really positive atmosphere on the day, which is refreshing to know the industry has such a great bunch of people coming through the ranks’. After the first round of competition South Australia was in the lead, then was overtaken by NSW in the second round. After three rounds, Tasmania had surged ahead, and by the final round there were only a few marks separating the top three! The 2023 National Apprentice of the Year was awarded to Nathaniel Leatherby from NSW, who grew up in the family business alongside his glazier Dad. ‘I went into the competition day treating it just like any other day at work.’ Nathaniel explains, ‘I didn’t care if I won or lost, because I knew that every person in the room was there because they’d earned it, and good enough to win it. I just did what I normally do at my job (with the exception of the Shop Front Door which was a style of frame I had never done before!) and fortunately for me the judges scored my work highly.’

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All six State Winners then attended the AusFenEx23 Conference The most surprising part of the conference for Victorian Winner at the Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast, where the National Winner Lachlan Lemons was the emerging technology that he will one was announced at the Gala Dinner. Each Apprentice was grateful day be installing. ‘On day two, I listened to the technologyfor the opportunity to attend the Conference, including SA themed speakers (which resonated with me more than the Representative Ryan Kirkpatrick, who managed to see most business-focussed topics) and I was blown away by these new keynote speakers and said it changed his perspective on the panels that look like normal wall panels but are actually solar, whole industry as he knew it: ‘I get a real sense of where the and new windows that change tint depending on the amount of industry, as a whole, is heading. My approach to work, and light that’s coming through.’ how I work with other people in the industry and within my For Lachlan, becoming a organisation has changed big Competition Finalist and time. One speaker was explaining attending the conference how to get people to work to actually resulted in a new job their strengths, which is exciting and renewed passion for the and aligns with how I think. I industry. ‘I scored a new job as learned that there are better site measurer, where I go to the and safer ways to do things now, job site myself and get to decide and I gained an understanding what windows and glass we of how to better utilise tools and put in and what’s going where. machinery. For example, what This role came about through used to take 10-12 people now word of mouth just after I was uses 3 people plus the help of a awarded the top Apprentice quite affordable machine. What Award for Victoria. The Awards Dustin Kendall WA I saw at the Conference in 2 days and the people I met at the would have taken me years to conference were a huge boost witness on the job.’ for me in that sense.’ For many of the apprentices, AusFenEx23 has made them rethink For these six glazing apprentices, work, career trajectory and their future in the glass and window industry. WA Winner Dustin how they are perceived by Kendall didn’t know much about the industry before being the industry has just changed forever. AGWA wishes to coaxed into it by some family friends, but now sees that ‘making commend National Winner Nathaniel, and state representatives connections with people and talking to everyone I could at the Alex, Dustin, Bailey, Lachlan and Ryan on their hard work Conference has given me the confidence to ask for help, keep in and enthusiasm. touch with that national network of friendly people, work my way up in the trade and maybe even run my own business one day’.

‘Windows and glass can really make a house pop. They bring people’s visions of their dream home into reality. That’s the best thing about glazing.’

Other apprentices were surprised by the sheer scale of the Conference. Queensland Winner Alex Reid commenting that ‘seeing how large and varied the industry is, was mind blowing, and the impact glazing has on energy saving and how fast the industry is evolving is really exciting. I had the opportunity to chat with a company from Germany who are pushing Australia to keep up with thermally efficient double glazing. It’s great to be in an industry that is working together to push each other’.

AGWA would like to thank the teachers at TAFE Qld, TAFENSW and G.James Australia for their assistance in running the assessment for the apprentices. AGWA would also like to thank Express Glass for their generous support in sponsoring the event and NFK for sponsoring the toolkits for the apprentices and Guru Labels for printing the manifestations.

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Rising Star

APPRENTICE WINNERS

VICTORIA

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Michael Sutherland

Phillip Sutton

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE

North Metropitan TAFE

Nino's Glass

Glass Co Metro

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

NEW SOUTH WALES

Wayne Thorold Lobb Jr

Thomas Crimmins

Progressive Training (WA)

TAFE NSW

Jason Windows

Sydney Shopfronts

QUEENSLAND

TASMANIA

Lochie Turner

Cooper Wilson

Gimbal Group Training Co

TasTAFE

CHGA Windows and Doors

Clearview Aluminium Windows and Doors

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STATE award

APPRENTICE WINNERS

Residential Apprentice of the Year WESTERN AUSTRALIA

VICTORIA

Liam Hudson-Douglas

Ehab Khanyari

North Metropitan TAFE Professional Glass

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE Merri Aluminum & Auto Doors

QUEENSLAND

TASMANIA

Matthew Jackson

Angus Fisher

G.James Glass and Aluminium G.James Hervey Bay

TasTAFE Alfab Australia

Commercial Apprentice of the Year WESTERN AUSTRALIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Joel Wooding

Josh Freeman

North Metropitan TAFE Avanti Glass and Aluminium

TAFE SA Festival Glass & Glazing Pty Ltd

VICTORIA

Darcy Lachner-Marion Federation TAFE Ballarat Paarhammer Pty Ltd

State Apprentice of the Year QUEENSLAND

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

VICTORIA

Alex Reid

Dustin Kendall

Lachlan Lemons

TAFE Queensland G.James Glass and Aluminium

North Metropolitan TAFE Alumatrix

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE Simply Frameless

TASMANIA

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

NEW SOUTH WALES

Bailey Jordan

Zac Fulton

Nathaniel Leatherby

TasTAFE GP Glass

TAFE SA Maxima Group, with Willos Carpentry as a host

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CASE STUDY

PROTECTING MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS Project credits: Project: Mosman House Architect: Peter Tout Fabricator: K&K Shopfitters

Sydney’s highly coveted harbour outlooks attract multi-million dollar investments in new homes and renovations. However, the flip side of harbour proximity is absolute exposure to the vagaries of the weather, with coastal lows apt to drive rain for days on end.

‘The Schüco window systems are exquisitely designed and made, and they push the boundaries with the narrowness of their frames.’

The challenges of optimising panoramic harbour views while defending against water penetration faced award-winning architect Peter Tout in the renovation of this Mosman house. The home’s north-facing Middle Harbour views, large level block and rear laneway had attracted an expatriate family returning to Sydney. While the 80s-built home possessed an exceptionally sound structure, it required a major renovation to update its amenities and styling. The family engaged award-winning architect Peter Tout and window fabricator K&K Shopfitters to undertake the project. Peter says the clients wanted a great family home for their four young children and to develop the home’s existing curves further. As well as a total internal and external makeover, the resulting design included

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the addition of a northern extension for additional parking with a rooftop terrace, separate nanny accommodation, a large rumpus room, a new pool and a basement golf driving range. The home’s north-facing aspect prompted the use of overhangs and awnings for solar control, preventing sun penetration through the large panoramic windows that celebrate the home’s harbour and garden views. Given the views and coastal exposure, the selection of window systems was critical to the home’s redesign and renovation. The project team and clients considered several high-end window systems and selected the Schüco systems distributed by Capral. ‘The Schüco window systems are exquisitely designed and made, and they push the boundaries with the narrowness of their frames,’ Peter notes. Schüco’s ASS39 sliding panoramic design window system is a highlight of the renovation. Designed to offer maximum transparency and light penetration, ASS39 offers a handle-free solution for a clean, minimalist design. It can be single or double-glazed and provides a recessed sill with a proprietary drain system.

The project also used Schüco’s fixed frame and AGS 400 Narrowline curved glass systems, plus Capral’s AGS 35 series awning window system with a double-sealed construction that assures weather sealing. Peter says a great advantage of the Schüco ASS39 sliding window is its sophisticated sill system that allows a level indoor/outdoor transition with integrated drainage to prevent water penetration. ‘I have refused to do that type of transition in the past because of Sydney’s rainfall – we get these east coast lows that sit on the coast and lash homes with horizontal rain for a week. ‘It’s essential to get it right, and Schüco’s design and detailing are perfect.’

He added that the homeowners loved the Schüco systems and were very happy with their functionality and design. Peter says window design is a significant challenge for east coast homes, and with building codes mandating level transitions for disability access, it has become a major issue. ‘People wonder why their homes leak, and it’s because they have not been designed or built to withstand these conditions. ‘If you have badly designed windows, that easterly rain will leak in under your carpets, leading to mould, or buckle your timber floors. It’s massively expensive to fix.’

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Silver, Gold and Platinum Tiers What do they really mean? Vivienne Munter Systems Administration, AGWA

Under AGWA’s Accredited Companies Program (ACP) the tier system recognises individual members’ audit history and achievements in the scope of compliance. Tier status reflects the number of consecutive years a member has been compliant in Pillar 1. It is not a reflection of the quality (or otherwise) of an individual audit itself at any one point in time. All new AGWA members enter the Accredited Companies Program (ACP) at the Bronze level and manufacturers must demonstrate compliance in either or both AS 1288 and AS 2047 at their initial audit. Glaziers must demonstrate compliance in AS 1288 only. If new members are compliant in Pillar 1 at least, they are automatically awarded Silver status and this will be reflected on their audit certificate.

After completing an audit and receiving their certificates, some members query their tier status and often ask ‘What can we do better?’. This article explains AGWA’s current tier system in further detail.

The Platinum level is the highest level of accreditation and is bestowed to members who have maintained an outstanding track record of compliance for a minimum of 10 consecutive years and achieved the relevant criteria. Platinum members are audited on site every third year and complete a self-declaration for the intervening two years. Failure to complete or return the declaration may result in an onsite audit the subsequent year. Of course, over time auditors also hope to see significant improvements in the other two Pillars of Skills and Training and Safety. Among members, large and small, it is encouraging to see evidence of refresher training being regularly undertaken and a commitment to an active safety program being clearly demonstrated in the workplace.

Silver Tier (1-5 years)

GOLD Tier (6-10 years)

Platinum Tier (11 years+)

5 x F2F audits

1x SD + 1 F2F for 5 years

2x SD + 1 F2F audit

NOTE: 1. F2F = FACE TO FACE AUDITS/ONSITE 2. SD = SELF-DECLARATION

Silver members are awarded the Gold status on the compliance pillar if they have demonstrated compliance and have satisfactorily maintained their Silver status for a minimum of five consecutive years and demonstrated the necessary requirements for Gold. In recognition of their solid track record, Gold tier members are audited on site every second year. In the interim year, they must complete and sign a self-declaration of ongoing conformity in place of a physical audit. This continues for a period of five years. 82

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Remember: To progress through the tier system all audits must be deemed compliant (or deemed resolved by AGWA if they were not) for Pillar 1 for consecutive years. Self-declarations must also be returned before the end of any given year to ensure tier status is not jeopardised. If you have any questions regarding your company’s tier status or accreditation in general, please feel free to email accred@agwa.com.au

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afternoon, so there was no room for anything to go wrong.

Jared Hodierne joined the AGWA Master Glazier Program in 2022 and he is the director of Advanced Frameless Glass in Oyster Bay, NSW. The project Jared has chosen to highlight is a unique one, the FIFA Women’s World Cup Pop Up Museum Trophy Plinth. He explains his project as follows: This unusual job was completed for Chopt Studio and Productions who produce staged events. The job was completed at 8.00 am on Wednesday 17 July 2023 and media started filming at 8.30 am that morning, so that was a very close finish. This job was quite a tricky one. We had a very tight timeline from ordering the glass to installation. The glass supplied by Bent & Curved Glass who were able to produce perfect panels in record time enabling us to achieve the deadlines. The trophy plinth was only installed at 11 am on the Monday when our handover was Tuesday

Congratulations to all our new and renewing Master and Certified Glaziers for 2023 New Master and Certified Glaziers Dwayne Collins Aidan Foley Gordon Haslberger Rob Lewis Anthony Patterson James Quinn James McNally Renewing Master and Certified Glaziers Michael Aitken

We had to install the three curved panels of 8.76 mm low iron annealed laminate first and clamp and tape them into position to do the silicone work. We used an invisible silicone to try to minimise the visibility of the joint, which is hard to work with. On the Tuesday we had to finish the silicone where our packers were and then silicone on the radius cut 6 mm toughened low iron lid on. This was extra tricky as we couldn’t access the inside of the plinth, so we had to accurately pump the correct amount of silicone through the top joint with a battery-operated gun. Lastly on the Wednesday, we had to go in early, before the media day, to remove our masking tape and do a final clean ready for the World Cup to begin.

chances with glass manufacturing and such a high-profile job to deliver.

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I am also very proud of the fact that FIFA officials were so happy with the final product that they are attempting to transport the trophy plinth back to Zurich in Switzerland to permanently n display at the FIFA Museum. This opportunity given to us to be a part of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, we couldn’t be any happier with how this job turned out. If you would like to find out about different aspects of this project, please contact Jared Hodierne at Advanced Frameless Glass.

The part I was most proud of with this project is the fact that the installation was as smooth as possible. There were countless hours of me laying in bed awake solving potential problems in my head before we got to site. We had zero spare days for installation, no second

Darren Andrew David Averlant Brenton Beahan Mark Benveniste Matt Burke David Burley Adrian Craft Michael Cheratzu Matt Chilcott Michael Dalton Wayne Davies Nick Dummett Mark Dodd Martin Fisk John Gofton

Todd Hart Chris Henwood Mike Hidderley Blake Hinschen Brent Hinschen Jared Hodierne Nick Hughes John Hyde Dwayne Kajanto John Leslie Dean McKenzie Mark Moscou David Muxlow Mark Nicholls Dempsey O’Callaghan

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BRADNAM’S AND THEIR GROWING LICENSEE FAMILY Real time information is available which means we can offer superior customer service’. says Woods. Bradnam’s metal and accessories are supplied and ready to be shipped anywhere in Australia on a four day lead-time, giving their network peace of mind knowing that they will receive material in a timely manner. The Licensee team has dedicated specialists who assist with factory setup and layout, fabrication training and system support with their own in-house software system. Bradnam’s dedicated Account Managers are highly regarded, with extensive building and window and door expertise.

From humble beginnings in a backyard in Hervey Bay, Queensland in 1977, Bradnam’s founders – Bill and Jan Bradnam – had a vision of a window and door business underpinned by excellence in product innovation, quality and customer service. More than four decades later, Bradnam’s Windows and Doors is recognised as a leading supplier for the Australian construction industry. We sat down with Bradnam’s Northern Region Licensee Manager Ashley Woods to find out why their Licensee business model started and how it’s shaped the thriving business it is today. In 1982 Bradnam’s introduced a Licensee model, with their first ‘Fabricator under License’ being Bill Dreger Glass and Aluminium in Bowen Queensland. Woods explains ‘we are proud to say that after 40 years this business is still a strong part of our Licensee family’. Through the Licensee model, Bradnam’s is committed to making each Licensee’s business a success by giving them access to reliable supply chains, innovative products, advanced production systems, quality tooling, customised business software and business experts.

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‘Today, we have a passionate team of over 1,400 people, and hundreds of valued clients (and growing each year) including some of Australia’s largest builders. We are still a wholly Australian-owned family business, and we continue to have an unwavering commitment to Bill and Jan’s original vision of excellence’ explains Woods.

by builders, designers, architects and homeowners … even for the most complex and architecturally-creative projects. To achieve this, each year Bradnam’s invests in research and development for new products and continuous improvement on the existing range. Its research and development testing laboratory is fully-accredited and ensures compliance with building codes and regulations. The company also benefits from the depth of knowledge of ‘Altus’, their New Zealand joint venture partners.

Woods explains ‘Our Mission is to provide an ever-growing, cutting-edge, and high-quality range of aluminium windows and doors, designed and manufactured in-house for Australian residential, architectural and commercial projects. The “Bradnam’s Difference” is centred around our vertical integration, innovative and premium products and excellent customer service’.

‘We are still a wholly Australian-owned family business, and we continue to have an unwavering commitment to Bill and Jan’s original vision of quality, innovation and customer service - just on a much larger scale than that Hervey Bay shed!’ ends Woods.

Bradnam’s is determined to maintain its position as a market leader in innovation and product quality, and to be sought after

If you wish to join the Bradnam’s network as a licensed fabricator please contact Ashley Woods on 0408 713 920

Their Licensee network currently consists of 46 licensed fabricators in Australia and overseas that manufacture the Essential, Signature and Commercial ranges, supplying first-home builds through to high-end residential buildings. ‘Being family owned, our Licensee support team sees each Licensee as an extension of the Bradnam’s family business, and our unique business structure allows us to support our Licensed fabricators’. explains Woods. The Licensed Fabricators are supported by two state of the art Distribution Centres (DCs) located in Brisbane and Melbourne. ‘Both centres are fully automated processes that are supported via our computer software system that tracks orders 24 hours a day.

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Bradnam’s is determined to maintain its position as a market leader in innovation and product quality, and to be sought after

If you wish to join the Bradnam’s network as a licensed fabricator please contact Ashley Woods on 0408 713 920

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Position Available:

BUILDING PRODUCTS TESTING OFFICER

Based at Wetherill Park Sydney

Alspec Announces

the Launch of GreenCore® Low-Carbon Aluminium In step with global trends toward sustainability and responsible resource management, Alspec is pleased to announce a major step in reducing carbon intensity in aluminium production through its newly branded GreenCore® Aluminium by Alspec. A Pathway to Sustainable Growth This initiative highlights Alspec’s commitment to reducing carbon intensity to less than 8kg CO2 per kg of Al, significantly outperforming the global average for primary aluminium production. GreenCore® comes from

an aluminium smelter that uses a lower carbon energy source. The GreenCore® Aluminium by Alspec initiative is a monumental leap in Alspec’s journey toward sustainability. It is fully aligned with Australia’s net-zero emissions target. By adopting advanced technology and aligning with global shifts toward more sustainable practices, Alspec reaffirms its commitment to climate change mitigation and a greener future.

high-performance solution for architectural needs. GreenCore® and Ultra GreenCore® Benchmarks Global average 16kg CO2/kg Aluminium Alspec GreenCore® 8kg CO2 / kg Aluminium Alspec Ultra GreenCore® 4kg CO2/kg Aluminium

The GreenCore® range extends across all Alspec commercial window and door systems, ensuring a sustainable yet

Introducing the new DC550SK Large capacity 550mm dia blades with Full CNC control Franz Dorninger HUB COS Leader

Meet Our New Australian Management Team @LiSEC www.lunamac.com.au • Phone: 1300 586 228

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LiSEC, a leading provider of innovative individual and complete solutions in the field of flat glass processing and finishing, is proud to announce the appointment of two new people in charge of its global operations. Twain Drewett and Franz Dorninger will join the LiSEC management team.

Twain Drewett Managing Director Oceania/SE Asia Twain Drewett is the new Managing Director Oceania/SE Asia. He has a technical education and many years of experience in leading positions at well-known companies in the field of automation technology and mechanical engineering, such as Schneider Electric, Rockwell Automation, SCOTT Automation and Robotics. His knowledge of technology and business will serve him well in his new position. Franz Dorninger has been leading the HUB COS (China, Southeast Asia, and Oceania) since mid-April 2023 at LiSEC. He studied Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Technology and has more than 20 years of experience at renowned companies such as Voestalpine and Banner Batteries before becoming self-employed in an advisory capacity. He brings great experience and great people skills to his new role. LiSEC is delighted to welcome Twain Drewett and Franz Dorninger to its leadership team and looks forward to working with them to achieve its mission of providing innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers.

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Position Available:

BUILDING PRODUCTS TESTING OFFICER

Based at Wetherill Park Sydney

Alspec Announces

The GreenCore® range extends across all Alspec commercial window and door systems, ensuring a sustainable yet

Introducing the new DC550SK Large capacity 550mm dia blades with Full CNC control Franz Dorninger HUB COS Leader

Meet Our New Australian Management Team @LiSEC www.lunamac.com.au • Phone: 1300 586 228

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THE END OF NATIVE TIMBER HARVESTING IN VICTORIA An announcement from Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH)

As many of you are aware, all Victorian native hardwood harvesting will no longer be available from 1 January 2024 due to changes in government policy, which brought forward the end date from 2030. However, the reality is that many sawmills have not received logs from Victoria since late 2022.

that have made Victorian species so highly desired. It is important to note that unlike most plantation hardwoods investigated, ‘Glacial Oak’ exceeds the 650 kg/m3 requirement for BAL-12.5 and BAL-19 compliance. ASH understands the importance of pricing stability for businesses. To help manufacturers continue to deliver outstanding products without compromising the bottom line, ASH is committed to supplying manufacturers with ‘Glacial Oak’ at a consistent rate, in line with Australian timbers.

Unless there is another change of policy in the future, 100% of the Victorian-grown Victorian Ash/Tasmanian Oak, Messmate, Silvertop Ash, Stringybark and Wormy Chestnut will no longer be available for harvesting. This will also impact those buying ‘Tasmanian Oak’ or ‘hardwood’ as a significant volume of the supply chain sells Victorian hardwoods under those trading names.

‘Glacial Oak’ offers an exceptional alternative that could meet timber needs seamlessly. Its similarity to Victorian hardwood in terms of supply, performance and colour is truly remarkable and surpasses Victorian Ash in aesthetics and workability. So, you can expect the same versatility, durability and timeless appeal that you’ve come to love, with added benefits.

This will require necessary changes for a large portion of the manufacturing supply chain, including ASH. Manufacturers will start to see a reduction from November 2023, which will then accelerate month on month.

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What is the solution? Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH) has researched and heavily invested in the best and most viable alternatives. As a result of a global study of 6 years, ASH is confident to launch what they believe to be the best solution for most in our supply chain — ‘Glacial Oak’.

Our commitment to providing a seamless transition extends to our delivery method too. Just like Victorian Ash, ‘Glacial Oak’ packs are dimensionally straight and gauged to thickness. We understand the importance of consistency and reliability in manufacturing, which is why we ensure that ‘Glacial Oak’ meets these expectations every time.

What is ‘Glacial Oak’? Glacial Oak is a stunning yet sustainable hardwood which is widely available. It is processed in Victoria and hand-picked by region and colour to meet manufacturer’s requirements and Australian Standards.

To ensure availability, ASH has invested heavily in stock, with thousands of packs ready for inspection. The team will be happy to provide you with all the information you need and even arrange a tour of our Heyfield (Victoria only) facility, where you can witness the quality and consistency of thousands of cubic metres of ‘Glacial Oak’ firsthand.

Why do we think ‘Glacial Oak’ is the best solution? Quality, reliability, affordability, set dimension, well graded, stability in price, compliance to Australian requirements and attractive – Glacial Oak has the lot. It has all the same features

Please contact sales at sales@ash.com.au or call (03) 5139 7001 to enquire about this transition to an arguably superior product.

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Please contact sales at sales@ash.com.au or call (03) 5139 7001 to enquire about this transition to an arguably superior product.

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Meeting 7 Star with Viridian ClimaTech™ double glazing. 7 Star is now here which means there is an increasing demand on the industry to balance strict building compliance with product performance and budgets. Where budget meets performance, Viridian ClimaTech™ double glazing is a great solution! Balancing natural light, thermal insulation, design, amenity and cost efficiencies, consider ClimaTech™ for your next project. Do you want to know more? Contact us to talk about the glass products we offer to help meet the challenges of 7 Star compliance.

Compliance and performance

Warranty – 10 year warranty from date of manufacture

Choice and options

Processed in Australia

AUDIT SHOWCASE THERMOTEK WINDOWS & DOORS Our Victorian auditor Michael Spencer recently completed his annual audit with Thermoktek Windows & Doors who manufacture uPVC product and was impressed by what he saw. They have recently relocated to new premises across the other side of town to Dandenong South, Melbourne. Emmanuel and his team were very welcoming and keen to show him around. They are using the Aluplas fabrication system and Michael reported that the guys had everything laid out and were extremely well prepared for their audit. Apart from demonstrating compliance, Michael also reported that Thermotek had good safety systems in place and took their commitment to workplace safety very seriously as demonstrated with one first aid officer per 4 employees.

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During the last few months of 2023, AGWA has been busy updating training courses. First to launch in August were the new AS 1288 Compliance Quiz and the AS 2047 Compliance Quiz. These ‘100% must pass’ quizzes are a way for Members to prove their currency in these Standards and gain their Certificate for training pillar Accreditation. They are designed for people who have previously completed AGWA training in these areas and have been updated to include the recent changes to AS 1288.

and requirements in relation to risk assessments, training and workplace safety overall.

In September we launched the updated Acoustics On Demand course which has been updated to include new statistics and changes to the Standard. Following soon after was the updated Restricted Opening On Demand Course. This has seen the two separate modules merge into one easier module.

For more information, please contact training@agwa.com.au.

Take some time to look at these updated courses. In the next issue we’ll talk about more courses that we are updating and some exciting changes to the Fenestration Diploma Program.

Finally, to cap off Safety Month, we launched our WHS for Workers On Demand course. This course is specifically written for workers so does not include details on PCBU and Director’s duties. It is quick and easy to complete and gives new employees an introduction to work health and safety. Why not incorporate it into your New Employee Induction? The WHS Foundation Course is still available for Managers, Supervisors, Self Employed and anyone who fits into the PCBU category. It covers your duties BUILTVIEW ISSUE 18 Summer 2023

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Warranty – 10 year warranty from date of manufacture

Choice and options

Processed in Australia

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and requirements in relation to risk assessments, training and workplace safety overall.

For more information, please contact training@agwa.com.au.

Take some time to look at these updated courses. In the next issue we’ll talk about more courses that we are updating and some exciting changes to the Fenestration Diploma Program.

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CASE STUDY

PROTECTING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY A SUCCESSFUL CASE STUDY Ross Doonan Founder and Director DECO Australia

DECO Australia is a rapidly growing supplier of innovative aluminium building products, including cladding, decking, battens and flooring. Most of these products are sold with the well-known and trusted DecoWood® woodgrain powder coating. All of DECO’s products are innovative, being designed and developed by DECO, and most are protected by patents. There is a lot of mythology in the aluminium extrusion industry regarding protecting designs of profiles. Comments are often made that you can’t protect the intellectual property of aluminium extrusions, because ‘it has all been done before’ and that ‘you only have to change a design slightly to get around and patents’. DECO has proven that this is not correct, and you can successfully protect the design of your aluminium extrusions when it comes to building products. This article discusses some of the issues involved with Intellectual Property (IP) protection and how DECO has successfully defended its IP. Five Imperatives of Protecting Intellectual Property Before embarking on seeking protection for IP, there are several factors to consider. The first is that a Patent, Trademark or Design Registration is only worth what you are prepared to defend it with. You can spend a lot of money with Patent and Trademark Attorneys, but this investment will be wasted, if you are not willing to defend the IP. If you are not willing to defend the IP, then don’t waste money protecting it.

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Second, defending IP is expensive, so you’ll need to have finances set aside to pursue an infringement. In addition, during a case the other side will ask the court for a security of their costs, in the event that you lose. This effectively doubles the financial outlay you will need to provide.

Case Study: Aluminium Cladding Patent Infringement Case - DECO Australia v Aliwood The case study cited in this article is DECO Australia v Aliwood Pty Ltd [2021] FCA 1159, which proceeded in the Federal Court of Australia. Aliwood is an importer of finished aluminium building products, and DECO alleged that Aliwood directly copied the design of DECO’s DecoClad® aluminium cladding board. There is a lot of legal complexity and cost involved with preparing for such a case, and this is where the issues of cost and management time come to the fore. The usual processes of mediation took place but was unsuccessful, so a trial date was set by the judge. Following several inadequate settlement offers by Aliwood, on the day before the trial, a settlement was reached where Aliwood agreed to take the alleged infringing cladding off the market, dispose of any stock and to pay DECO a considerable sum of money. Subsequently, DECO experienced an immediate surge in orders for projects where DecoClad® had been specified but had previously been lost to Aliwood who would say that ‘this is the same as DecoClad® but is 20% less’. This returns us to the issue of being able to quantify the return on investment.

Third, it is important to approach the defence of IP like you do with any other business investment decision. This means not reacting emotionally about someone ‘stealing your design’. You need to consider the market size, what it is worth to you, how much market share you are losing to an infringer and to quantify this in terms of lost revenue. This needs to be balanced against the investment cost of pursuing an infringer through legal means, what is the risk of winning or losing, and what the likely return on investment will be in the case that you win. The fourth key issue relates to human resources. You need a senior person to manage and run a defence, and this is very time consuming. It is a mistake to think that you can run a ‘business as usual’ and find the time to deal with the many issues arising from a legal case. The fifth issue is that intellectual property protection is complex and makes your head hurt trying to understand it. The key issue here is that you need to engage a Patent or Trademark Attorney and specialist IP Solicitor who you can trust as being competent, and who will act in your best interests.

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PROTECTING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY A SUCCESSFUL CASE STUDY Ross Doonan Founder and Director DECO Australia

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The proportion of safety glass in the architectural glass sector has grown permanently in recent years. A basic requirement for the thermal treatment of safety glass is the arrissing of the glass edges. Due to stricter safety Regulations and higher market expectations for glass quality, simple edge arrissing is no longer sufficient. In addition, these glasses must nowadays be planed on the glass front face and the corners must be dubbed. With the automatic glass arrissing machine MULTI’ARRISSER, Glaston is responding to this trend and has launched a fast and user-friendly solution for high-quality arrissing of glass edges. Glaston still excels in the proven cup wheel technology guaranteeing the best arrissing quality at low operating costs. The cup wheels adapt individually to different edge geometries of rectangular and shaped formats.

ARCHITECTURAL GLASS ARRISSING ON HIGHEST LEVEL In general, Glaston’s cup wheel technology has a 5 to 10 times higher lifetime than other systems which leads to a higher productivity. As a result, the number of necessary service interventions is reduced to a minimum and the machine downtimes during service visits are also significantly reduced. True to the motto ‘One for all’, one cup wheel is used for all three machine functions: arrissing of the edge, basic edge planing and corner dubbing. This means that no tool change is required for the different functions. Subsequently this cup wheel technology has the best price/ performance ratio for a tool, because only one wear part ever needs to be replaced. Additionally the cup wheels allow a maximum arrissing speed of 60 m/min and makes the MULTI’ARRISSER the fastest single-head machine worldwide.

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High Speed and High Quality New standards for the production of insulating glass units with thermoplastic spacers Most accurate TPA material application Permanent support of all center glasses 20% higher output due to vertical lift over

www.lisec.com

beauty of timber without compromising on sustainability, corrosion resistance, or durability. Plus, our products are proudly Australian-made and 100% recyclable, reflecting our commitment to environmentally friendly solutions. The installation of Smartech’s Folding Windows has flawlessly transformed Spice Market Thai, both aesthetically and functionally. Ideal for maximising apertures in bars and eateries, our Folding Window design can effortlessly turn any bench into a convenient servery.

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Crafted to match the venue’s timber features, the Folding Windows radiate elegance with their rich wood-grain appearance. Their ease of use is unparalleled, as the smooth counterweighted technology allows staff to effortlessly open and close the windows manually.

Due to its compact design the MULTI’ARRISSER requires a small footprint. It can be used as stand-alone solution or can be integrated into an I.G. production line while offering a wide range of applications in tempered, laminated or I.G. manufacturing.

Premium low-E glass can be processed without any contact of the coated surface.

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Transforming the ambiance of Spice Market Thai restaurant in Karrinyup, WA, Smartech’s striking Folding Windows (https://www.smartechdoorsystems.com.au/ folding-windows) have revolutionised the dining experience. With their impeccable design and durable powdercoated wood-grain finish, these windows seamlessly blend with the restaurant’s existing aesthetic.

TPA

Built to withstand a range of harsh climate conditions, Smartech’s Folding Windows are constructed using premium materials and meet Australian Standards for wind loads. The custom aluminium profiles ensure longevity, while the 6.38 mm laminate safety glass provides added security. Additionally, the windows offer options for single and double glazing, allowing for personalised choices.

Location: Karrinyup, WA Project Type: Commercial Fabricator: Smartech Door Systems (www.smartechdoorsystems.com.au) Products: Folding Window For further information about any Smartech products or services, please visit www.smartechdoorsystems.com.au, or contact their Sales Department on (03) 9747 9233. Or alternatively you can send an email to sales@smartechdoorsystems.com.au

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Premium low-E glass can be processed without any contact of the coated surface.

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using a tele-handler or off-road forklift, which can be used inside and outside a building envelope to allow for safe and efficient glazing of glass, windows, panels and stone weighing up to 800 kg. The OMNI 800 is accurately controlled by wireless remote controls, one remote is used by the forklift driver outside the building envelope and the second remote is used by the operator on the inside of the building.

The OMNI 800 has a genuine Dual Vacuum System including two vacuum pumps, vacuum sensors and alarms. Six spring-loaded adjustable vacuum cups (two x 400 mm and four x 300 mm) deliver greater safety while handling the panel. Talk to Martin Blackey on 0415 895 327 at Quattrolifts to find out more.

A major problem for glass, window and

panel installers is to install units above ground level. Whenever a glazing robot is designed to reach a greater height, there is always a cost. Invariably the mobile base must grow in weight and outriggers to support the extra forces making it a less nimble mobile machine for use in restricted spaces. The OMNI 800 has overcome this problem by becoming a specialised Glazing robot for working at heights. The OMNI 800 glazes multi storey buildings and houses

300 mm forward movement,

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300 mm side shift,

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300 mm vertical shift,

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95 degrees forward tilt to horizontal,

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360 degrees rotation and

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30 degrees side pivot

2. Quality — On Time In Full (OTIF) The only thing that frustrates customers more than damaged or substandard goods is late or incomplete deliveries. You can read more here (https://blog.jotika.com/glass-barcode-tracking) 3. Lost opportunity cost Every item which goes through your factory but isn’t fit for sale has used up capacity that could have been producing profitable product. That lost profit is the true measure, of the opportunity cost.

This allows for precision movement for installation.

4. Glass waste at cutting With the cost of raw materials going ever upwards, you may need to think again about what you consider to be an acceptable level of glass waste. Make sure that your optimiser (https://www. jotika.com/solutions/glass-optimisation/ ) is reporting gross waste, ie, everything left after saleable product has been cut out.

The OMNI 800 has a fully integrated and independent power supply to drive electric actuators and vacuum pumps. All components and batteries are housed under the OMNI’s distinctive blue hood.

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AUTOMATING OFFICE WITH A+W IQUOTE SOFTWARE

The role of software in the flat glass industry is growing in importance. The future of our industry depends on how industry embraces new software and machinery solutions. Software solutions continually enable increased automation and technology-based changes witnessed throughout our industry. Companies are looking to implement new or upgrade current software solutions, ERP systems or e-commerce solutions (such as A+W iQuote for glass fabricators). Available options can be overwhelming. The goal of software solutions is to streamline operations, handle challenges related to product quality and facilitate employee efficiency. Addressing these challenges, A+W iQuote was designed to improve efficiency, reduce errors and automate the office, while increasing your customer service and providing salespeople the opportunity to sell 24/7 in this increasingly digital world. These 98

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solutions are simple, allowing you to speed up order entry, reduce phone calls from customers checking on orders or initiating an order, and thus freeing up employees to do different tasks. When customers can check an order online, staffs feel more connected to the company. E-commerce is nothing new. Amazon, Etsy and eBay have helped make e-commerce a household affair. Instant access to options allows your customers to speed up the purchase process. E-commerce software enables you to add new features behind the scenes that give your customers more options and adding rendered images to entice people to buy your products. All these options are available in A+W’s iQuote software solution. It is impossible to deny the growing importance of software in manufacturing

Putting the challenges of the last 2 years behind us, the directors of many glass businesses are now renewing their focus on growth and profitability. There are seven key areas where we think it is critical to benchmark your performance, target resources and measure ongoing improvement: 1. Customer returns The ultimate measure of any organisation is your ability to satisfy customers. In the glass business, customers can face costly delays if they have to return product that’s below standard. Your goal here is clear: zero returns.

There are six degrees of precise speed adjustable movement controlled by the operator inside the building with the remote including: •

SEVEN METRICS FOR GROWTH AND PROFITABILITY

Glassworks is pleased to announce the introduction of the next best thing since low-E, LoĒ-452® + Neat®, Australia’s first quad-silver low-emissivity glass with an added easy-clean coating technology.

sector. Have you thought about adding an e-commerce solution to enable your customers to order 24/7 and track their orders quickly, while also freeing up your order entry people? Take time to research e-commerce solutions, talk to your peers, understand your competitors, and then contact a sales representative, such as Howard Lai at A+W Software (howard. lai@a-w.com). Start embracing change before your competitors take the upper hand.

Suitable for commercial and high-end residential environments, LoĒ-452® is the next level of solar control balanced with clarity, boasting an unprecedented UV protection of 99%, an SHGC of 0.22 and a VLT of 50% in a 6/12/6 makeup. LoĒ-452 joins other exclusive low-E products by Cardinal, LoĒ³-366 and LoĒ³-340. Both are triple silver low-E soft coats and high performers in their own right with the same easy-clean coating. Up until now, LoĒ³-366 has been the pinnacle of year-round comfort and energy savings. Achieving an SHGC of 0.27 and a VLT of 62% in a 6/12/6 IGU makeup, it has provided the perfect thermal solution for a myriad of Australian projects looking for solar control and insulation. Whereas LoĒ³-340 has been a favourite solar control glass for several commercial projects owing to its exceptionally low SHGC of 0.18 - combatted only with that of a dark tint only balanced with a higher VLT of 37% in the same make-up.

5. Furnace utilisation Efficiency improvements are likely to have a huge impact on your overall profitability. If you’d like to know more, you can read how optimisation works best within the real-world constraints of glass cutting. https://blog.jotika.com/this-glass-productionsoftware-uplifts-furnace-efficiency-by-25. 6. Working to capacity If parts of your operation are working significantly below capacity for much of the time, then you are leaving profit on the table and diminishing your return on investment in plant and equipment. 7. Sales conversions In a competitive market you wouldn’t expect to win every bit of work that you quote for, but there is much you can do to increase your share of the best jobs. If you are finding that your business systems are getting in the way of measuring and achieving more profitable growth, now would be the perfect time to look at Jotika. Jotika is recognised as one the world’s leading software solutions focused entirely on the glass industry and offer truly outstanding customer service. To learn more about Jotika glass software solutions visit www.elegantig.com.au.

Now with the introduction of LoĒ-452, projects can benefit from the added solar control and UV protection of a quadruple silver coating in an IGU that is almost clear in appearance and transmits 50% of visible light. LoE

Tinge

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Neutral grey

0.22

50%

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99%

366

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62%

1.34

2.3

96%

340

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37%

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2.1

98%

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In case that wasn’t enough, the most energy efficient low-E glass also comes standard with Neat® technology - a patented easy-clean titanium dioxide coating which reacts chemically with the sun’s UV rays and causes the organic materials on the glass to decompose and rinse away with the rain, and a silicon dioxide layer which makes it ultra smooth, allowing water to evaporate quickly to reduce water spotting. General manager of Glassworks, Michael Kruger, states that Glassworks introduced LoE-452 to the range of high-performing low-E’s to fill the gap in the market of an SHGC even lower than 0.27 but with a VLT of above 50%, as frequently requested by the architectural community striving for greener projects. ‘We suspect this fourth coating will improve performance in more framing systems, as we are about to find out as it is progressively added to WERS,’ he adds.

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A major problem for glass, window and

300 mm forward movement,

•

300 mm side shift,

•

300 mm vertical shift,

•

95 degrees forward tilt to horizontal,

•

360 degrees rotation and

•

30 degrees side pivot

This allows for precision movement for installation.

The OMNI 800 has a fully integrated and independent power supply to drive electric actuators and vacuum pumps. All components and batteries are housed under the OMNI’s distinctive blue hood.

QUAD SILVER LOW-E LANDS IN AUSTRALIA

AUTOMATING OFFICE WITH A+W IQUOTE SOFTWARE

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There are six degrees of precise speed adjustable movement controlled by the operator inside the building with the remote including: •

SEVEN METRICS FOR GROWTH AND PROFITABILITY

Tinge

SHGC

VLT

U-Value

LSG

452

Neutral grey

0.22

50%

1.34

2.3

99%

366

Neutral green

0.27

62%

1.34

2.3

96%

340

Blue

0.18

37%

1.36

2.1

98%

(IGU MAKEUPS 6MM CLEAR/12 MM ARGON/6 MM LOE)

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THE ESSENCE OF A GOOD PATIO HANDLE: WHERE STYLE

PRODUCTS

MEETS SECURITY

The DS3050 Essence sliding patio door handle is the newest addition to Doric’s Twiin™ product range. This stylish handle combines the contemporary design of the Advant range Boston handle with Doric’s versatile two-point locking Twiin™ chassis. It joins the ranks of the DS3010 Carey and DS3130 Timbarra, offering a wide range of design options for customers.

Elegance Push 2 Go Hinged Security Door Lock

The Essence handle boasts a sleek blend of sharp defining features and soft curves, seamlessly integrating into modern interiors, making it a perfect addition to any contemporary home.

Fast.

With the Twiin™ chassis at the heart of the Essence handle, security takes centre stage. Featuring two opposing action hook tongues, it provides a significantly higher level of security compared to conventional surface-mounted locks commonly used in residential and commercial settings.

Economical.

With the new Glaston MULTI'ARRISSER, you can get glass edge arrissing going in your glass production. The tried-and-tested cup wheel technology guarantees you a uniformly high edge quality for 45-degree arrissing, corner dubbing and basic edge planing. And in addition, the machine is currently the fastest single-head arrissing robot in the world.

For more information about the DS3050 Essence sliding patio door handle and other innovative door hardware solutions, visit Doric’s website.

The Doric Twiin™ chassis originally came to prominence as the first non-handed twin actuator system to hit the Australian market, providing a non-handed design for fast, easy installation. This unique and smooth Twiin™ push actuator mechanism offers a level of convenience that’s truly exceptional.

Interpon Orange X15

Multifunctional.

offering style and security in one elegant package. Explore this exciting addition and complete your door hardware collection with Doric’s Twiin™ range.

With the DS3050 Essence sliding patio door handle, Doric continues its tradition of innovative door hardware solutions,

Quickly engage privacy locking with a simple push of a button from the outside, the door can be unlocked from the inside with the turnsnib and unlocked from the outside with a key.

Out the door and push-2-go!!

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Elegance Push 2 Go Hinged Security Door Lock

The Essence handle boasts a sleek blend of sharp defining features and soft curves, seamlessly integrating into modern interiors, making it a perfect addition to any contemporary home.

Fast.

Economical.

For more information about the DS3050 Essence sliding patio door handle and other innovative door hardware solutions, visit Doric’s website.

Interpon Orange X15

Multifunctional.

offering style and security in one elegant package. Explore this exciting addition and complete your door hardware collection with Doric’s Twiin™ range.

With the DS3050 Essence sliding patio door handle, Doric continues its tradition of innovative door hardware solutions,

Quickly engage privacy locking with a simple push of a button from the outside, the door can be unlocked from the inside with the turnsnib and unlocked from the outside with a key.

Out the door and push-2-go!!

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