BuiltView Magazine Issue #08 Winter 2021

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Detached Housing Growth

Jim Houghton

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Riding The Pipeline

Jim Houghton

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PEOPLE

Chasing Diamonds

David Esler

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The Dangers of Sham Contracting

Harry McDonald

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Second Company Convicted For Construction Accident

Gaby Grammeno

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elcome to the winter edition of BuiltView Magazine. In this issue in ‘Columns’, guest contributor, Jim Houghton, Forest and Wood Products Association, looks at the housing market with two ‘Economy’ articles (page 10); and our regular ‘People’, ‘Legal’ and ‘Safety’ contributors return with important and informative editorial.

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In ‘Glass & Windows’, Anthony Innovations celebrates 70 years of innovation in the ‘Member Profile’ (page 22); Pouya Abtahi, AGWA Glass Technical Manager, writes about the investigation into a non-compliant balustrade - the first article in a new ‘Compliance’ series (page 34); Nayan Das, AGWA Technical Program Engineer, provides an update on all the Australian Standards currently undergoing revision as well as the status of NCC 2022 in ‘Technical’ (page 32); and Melissa Baker launches the 2021 Apprentice Awards in ‘Training’ (page 38).

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GLASS & WINDOWS AGWA STATE CHAPTERS

Updates from your State Chapter Committees.

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MEMBER PROFILE

Anthony Innovations Celebrate 70 Years From a tin shed to an advanced manufacturing facility – innovating every step of the way.

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CASE STUDIES

Restoring the Octagon Tremco. An iconic Sydney landmark that was in need of a little attention.

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Tryalla Select Window Installations. Maximising breathtakingly perfect ocean views.

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AGWA’s Ongoing Work on Australian Standards & NCC 2022

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Engineering Assessment of a Possible Non-Compliant Glazing Installation

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Why Should I Join My Glaziers to the AGWA Master Glazier Program?

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AGWA Member Accreditation Congratulations to our members who have achieved the ACP Compliance Pillar.

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Nominations Open for the 2021 AGWA Apprentice of the Year Awards

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Fenestration Diploma™ Graduates

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AGWA Course Graduates

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Safety’s a Breeze Viking Security Screens. Security screens provide airflow for a Queensland early learning centre.

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Standards are Changing An update from the NSSA Technical Committee.

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Scorpio Screens & Blinds Q&A with Dyson Wood.

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LIZ NORTH Chairperson of the Board Australian Glass & Window Association

CLINTON SKEOCH CEO & Executive Director, Australian Glass & Window Association

MICHAEL HENRY Chairperson of the Board National Security Screen Association

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elcome to the winter edition of BuiltView.

The two-year term for the AGWA Foundation Board has now concluded and as Chair I would like to welcome the new Board of Directors – equally representing the glass and window segments of our industry with a voice from each state. The Board consists of ten Directors, excluding the CEO/ED, representing five equal newly elected/ appointed and continuing Directors.

It is encouraging to note that the building and construction industry continues to remain buoyant with members reporting strong enquiry and healthy levels of forward orders.

We are very aware of members’ ongoing concerns regarding compliance and enforcement. It is therefore pleasing to note that the AGWA’s ongoing advocacy and involvement in the Building Confidence Report key recommendations. To date, the AGWA has made over seven submissions on behalf of our industry, most recently on the ABCB’s ‘Building Manuals’ (how to track and prove compliance) as well as on the ‘Integrity of Private Certifiers and their role in Enforcement’, and the ‘Draft Building Product Assurance Framework’.

It is hoped that our feedback will eventually form part of this evolving legislation. In this rapidly moving landscape, it is comforting to know that the AGWA team have a handle on it as they navigate the national policy roadmap while seeking to engage with each of the states and territories in their responses to this important issue for our industry.

his year is moving by at what feels like an ever-quickening pace so it is easy to feel as if the year is getting away from us.

However, the work of the Association is never done. This year, as many of you may have already experienced, we are rolling out our face-to-face audits to all our glazing and window members.

This is a great opportunity to be given support to ensure your business is both compliant and safe. Many of our glazing members have touched base with us after an audit to recount how ‘surprisingly’ positive the Accredited Company Program (ACP) audit was and how it was good to see and experience the positive steps the Association is taking to improve our industry.

In this vein, you will note the inclusion in this magazine of a compliance article that will run you through the details of one of the more than 140 noncompliance assessments we did last year.

Against that backdrop, it is also disappointing to share that we have, at the last board meeting, had two members go before the board for disciplinary action, with one of those being removed from the Association.

While every effort was made to support the members with their non-compliance dispute, ultimately we need to ensure that the standards we expect from members represent our values and code of conduct.

elcome to the winter edition of BuiltView Magazine. And, just like that, the mornings have become dark and cold, and we have closed off another financial year.

The first half of 2021 has continued on in the same manner that 2020 finished.

COVID-19 continues to challenge our businesses, communities, lifestyle and health. Despite this, the building industry continues to power along, the Australian economy continues to grow and surpass all expectations, and, for most of the NSSA community, business conditions continue to be positive.

At the NSSA, I am pleased to report that we too are continuing to make positive progress. Since the last edition of BuiltView, the NSSA have recommenced our face-to-face member audits. This year, the NSSA has expanded the audit process beyond auditing AS 5039 to also include a licencing audit. Depending on where your business operates, you will need to ensure that your Security License and/or your Contractor’s License is up to date. If you have any questions about your licensing requirements, please feel free to discuss this with your auditor, or visit www.nssa.org.au to learn more. To date, the audits have been very positive and we have received some great feedback from our members. It is great to know that, as a community, NSSA members are leading our industry when it comes to compliance.

Another area of positive progress is the review of the Australian Standards AS 5039, AS 5040 and AS 5041.

Overseeing this important project is the Standards Australia Standards Development Committee: CS-023.

I am very pleased to announce that Shane Smith from the NSSA Technical Committee has been appointed to the role of CS-023 Chairperson.

Congratulations Shane, we know that you will do a fantastic job in representing the NSSA (read more on page 59).

Thank you for supporting the NSSA and enjoy this edition of BuiltView.

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DAVID ESLER Director, Kaizen Executive As Director of Kaizen Executive, David provides industry tailored recruitment and executive search services, industry focused sales training, Soft Tech V6 estimation services and general business consulting within the building and construction, fenestration, glass and glazing sectors.

Starting out as a glazier, and now with over 30 years’ experience working in and around our industry, David draws on his extensive industry experience and holds Masters degrees in Business Administration and Commercial Law from Deakin University.

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Melissa has worked in the training industry for more than 20 years, most recently in the VET sector at TAFE NSW. She has a wide range of training and management experience across a variety of sectors, including in a head teacher capacity. At AGWA, Melissa works with our industry subject matter experts to develop new workshops and online training resources.

JIM HOUGHTON Industry Consultant, Forest & Wood Products Australia Jim manages FWPA’s Statistics and Economics Program to provide improved coordination and better systems for data collection and analysis of industry production and trade activity. Jim has a background in economics and statistical analysis and 15 years’ experience as a senior manager in the industry. He holds a Bachelor of Economics and a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration and has worked in various roles within the forest and wood products industry, including as CEO of Alpine MDF and as a Director of VicForests.

NAYAN DAS MIE Aust Technical Program Engineer, Australian Glass & Window Association Nayan joined AGWA as Technical Officer in 2019 and was recently appointed to the post of Technical Program Engineer. He assists AGWA in advancing the industry through the provisions of member technical support, WERS simulations and management of the various AGWA Technical Committees, as well as facilitating the development of critical technical content in relevant Australian Standards and industry guidelines. He holds a Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering and is a Member of the Institute of Engineers Australia.

HARRY McDONALD Solicitor & Associate Director, Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors & Accountants Harry is a solicitor admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Queensland, practising in the Commercial and Property Law team at Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors. Within commercial law, Harry has a keen interest in employment law and enjoys assisting commercial clients in all areas of their employment and industrial relations, with experience in employment contracts, sub-contractor agreements, restraint clauses, unfair dismissals, general protections, workplace policies and guidelines, and general HR advice.

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Pouya started his professional career in the glazing industry in 2016 as a Façade Engineer. Since then, he has specialised in different aspects of the construction sector, especially glass. He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering and has held the post of AGWA Technical Glass Manager since March 2020. Pouya assists the AGWA team in advancing the industry through technical support to members as well as collaboration with different stakeholders in the development of relevant Australian Standards and industry guidelines.

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Detached Housing Growth Dwelling approvals continue to grow with housing approvals up by 24 per cent.

Riding The Pipeline Housing construction work certain for a long time to come.

Jim Houghton, Forest & Wood Products Australia

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Chasing Diamonds Improving the odds of finding an elusive diamond – an engaged, self-motivated, and soon to be loyal member of your staff.

David Esler, Kaizen Executive

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LEGAL

The Dangers of Sham Contracting Do you engage independent contractors in your business? If you’re not structuring their engagement correctly, you could be exposing your business to significant risk.

Harry McDonald, Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors & Accountants

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Second Company Convicted For Construction Accident Penalties for workplace incidents are increasing.

Ensure work health and safety is a top priority of your daily operations. Failure to have a simple safety management plan could put you in jail and/or close your business.

Gaby Grammeno, Business Australia

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DETACHED HOUSING GROWTH Dwelling approvals continue to grow with housing approvals up by 24 per cent.

Turning to the state-based results in Figure 2 and Table 2, the approvals for Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia have been particularly strong over the last three months. While those in New South Wales show softening into early 2021. Victorian approvals grew 3.8 per cent over the year-ended February

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Townhouses (1 Storey) Townhouses (2+ Storey)

Flats (4-8 Storey) Flats (9+ Storeys)

Dwelling Approvals by State SOURCE: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Cat 8731, Tables 22-29.

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SOURCE: FWPA Statistics Count Newsletter, April 2021.

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The data also strongly suggests that the growth has been all about houses and much less about the multi-residential sector. Notably, the Australian Bureau of Statistics now separates dwellings of four to eight storeys and those above nine storeys. Note that there is a very real difference between the performance of mid-rise and high-rise in this data series.

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It is as important to avoid ‘month trading’ your housing data, as it is to avoid ‘day trading’ your superannuation.

So, the important line in Figure 1 and Table 1 is the upwards trend line of the last year. It seems hard to recall it for some reason, but back a year ago, expectations were that housing had turned the corner. It had done so, and when we pumped it full of stimulus steroids, look how it grew!

Dwelling Approvals by Construction Type SOURCE: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Cat 8731, Table 20.

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welling approvals continued their growth in February 2021, with total approvals up 23.4 per cent on February 2020, totalling 18,931 separate approvals. Detached house approvals drove that increase, lifting 65 per cent on the year earlier to a record 13,689 approvals. On an annualised basis, total approvals are up 7.0 per cent to 188,590 dwellings, while houses are up 22.4 per cent to 126,535 dwellings.

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RIDING THE PIPELINE Housing construction work certain for a long time to come.

At AUD $56.915 billion year-ended December, the annualised value is rocketing up towards record levels.

It could be that the early demand for the HomeMaker program will not be reflected in the March quarter of 2021, but if it is, and we experience another quarter of growth at this level – up 13.4 per cent compared to the September quarter, the total value of work in the pipeline will be closing in on record levels.

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was compelling for the Federal Government to agree to an extension in the ‘must start’ date for the housing supported by the HomeMaker program. If nothing else, that development locks in a pipeline of work until at least 30 April 2023.

The good news for the housing sector and its participants is that this is long enough to support comprehensive business planning and development for a period when the housing sector is not being floated continually higher by massive government stimulus.

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Perhaps even more telling, if we look back a decade, is the value of new housing work in the pipeline (Figure 2).

The year-end value may have been higher in the December quarter of 2018, but, as we look at the second chart, it is hard to escape the pace of the current turn around or its consistent growth through the June, September and December quarters.

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Completions over the same period lifted just 4.8 per cent, meaning that houses under construction lifted a large 10.5 per cent to 65,105. It is anticipated that the March quarter (data will not be available until after publication) saw only marginally less commencement activity.

If that is the case, given the apparently drawn-out nature of the housing pipeline, houses under construction will probably approach record levels (Figure 1).

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In the December quarter of 2020, new houses commenced had rocketed 27 per cent higher than the prior quarter, to 34,313 commencements – not far off the all-time peak. If this was annualised – just as an example because the market doesn’t work quite like that – new house commencements would be approaching 150,000 units. That is large, by any measure in the Australian economy.

Housing Activity Measures, Seasonally Adjusted SOURCE: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Cat 8752, Tables 33, 37, 76.

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ven at the end of December, work in the housing pipeline had lifted massively – and has only increased since then. The pipeline of housing construction work is full to bursting right now, with expectations this will continue for at least two more years, on the current approvals alone.

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2021 and are only numerically larger in comparison with New South Wales (+1.1 per cent).

For genuine growth, we look no further than Queensland (+12.0 per cent) and Western Australia (+44.0 per cent) for the significant outperformers. The housing sector, in both states, must be flat-out right now.

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CHASING DIAMONDS DAVID ESLER Director, Kaizen Executive

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little personal insight here, my toes are so sore from spending days kicking rocks over looking for little diamonds. That’s how it feels some days in the current recruitment environment with limited talent and lots of people saying, ‘I want one of these,’ or, ‘Get me that...The candidate must have this.’ I shudder and think to myself, if there were plenty of those types of candidates out there, either I would be a millionaire (which clearly I am not) or the client would not be talking to me at all. So, I just smile and say, ‘No problem.

Leave it with me!’

I am sure that many of you also feel the same way when you start your own recruitment process – your toes aching at the end of a hard, rock kicking day.

So, I thought together we could explore how we might improve your odds of finding that elusive little diamond; an engaged, self-motivated, and soon to be a loyal member of your staff. For those of you who have been around for a while, you might remember me writing an article in the September 2016 magazine titled, ‘Talented Staff …

But From Where?’ Here we are, almost five years later, in a worse staffing environment than then. So, here are some tips and tricks we encourage our clients to use to get candidates motivated.

Let’s start by talking about employment prerequisites, more commonly known as ‘perks’, and defining the difference between benefits and perks. In an article

by Robert Half, benefits are generally described as a form of non-cash compensation that covers basic needs. If not offered by the employer, employees would likely have to fund them on their own. Examples include life insurance, health insurance, or additional paid time off, which are pretty attractive to some employees and in particular, new hires.

On the other hand, perks are nice-tohave additions to an employees salary and benefits package. In the article, Robert Half defines perks as aboveand-beyond offerings that may sway an employee to value one employer over another. Think of them as icing on

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the cake. They might include flexible working hours, working from remote locations, such as home, which has clearly been proven by COVID to be a success I might add, or it could be as simple as a special car park at the office or an employee discount on goods or services.

In an article by Seek, an independent researcher completed a study of 4,800 Australian employees with the following, quite interesting, results. The first thing they noted was, ‘...it is not just about salary anymore!’

• 70 per cent of respondents said they would be happier at work with more perks.

• 63 per cent said that more perks will make them feel prouder of where they work and more loyal.

• The top two perks were: • Flexibility of working hours (59 per cent).

• Working remotely, at home being first choice (56 per cent).

The other factor that is worth mentioning, but did not rate as high as the two perks above, was simply a worklife balance. Some further statistics that came from the study include: • 1 in 4 (25 per cent) of Australians would consider a lower salary if it meant more perks.

• 1 in 6 (17 per cent) candidates would sacrifice salary for a company car or flexible working arrangements.

• 1 in 4 (25 per cent) would turn down a job offer if the perks were unsatisfactory.

Any wonder that we have a battle getting candidates into the right roles when the company perks are not forthcoming. We encourage our clients to add and promote perks at every stage of the recruitment process and I recommend that you do too.

Now, I can hear you saying, ‘This is all great stuff David, but we cannot even get candidates to talk to us, let alone promote the perks we might want to offer.’ And I agree. It is a very difficult time at the moment, particularly with candidates continuing to be nervous and somewhat overwhelmed by the current environment. In fact, in another research report by Seek, 34 per cent of candidates claimed that they were planning to look for another

employment opportunity but have decided not to because of COVID and the continuing uncertainty that this is having on us all.

Many candidates feel more secure in their current role and are very hesitant to change. Some key things to remember as you go through the recruitment process are: • Make the candidate feel as comfortable as possible and spend time explaining your company and why current employees work there.

Encourage them to talk with other employees and also outline the career opportunities beyond just the role you are recruiting for.

• Be as transparent as you possibly can. Talk the candidate through the business plans, goals and your business growth aspirations and how they can become part of that journey.

Clearly there are no guarantees, but it is important to get them excited about your plans and how they can join in.

• Ensure you have a recruitment plan and process and share this with the candidate. Tell them how the recruitment process will move forward and make them aware of any delays. The process must be as smooth as possible and do not let candidates wait for answers. They won’t wait for you, as there are so many other opportunities that they can choose from.

• Treat them like you would a customer.

They are just as important, or even more important, than your customers, so please treat them with honesty, respect and a genuine approach. Take note that when they do become that little diamond, an engaged, selfmotivated employee, they will reward you in sparkles you never imagined.

And remember, diamonds don’t start out as diamonds. They need a little pressure, nurturing, cutting, and polishing, as do we all at times. Happy recruiting and as always, call if you need some support or just want a chat.

For more information, contact David on 0420 905 580 or visit www.kaizenexec.com.au

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THE DANGERS OF SHAM CONTRACTING Do you engage independent contractors in your business? If you’re not structuring their engagement correctly, you could be exposing your business to significant risk.

HARRY McDONALD Solicitor & Associate Director, Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors & Accountants

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usinesses have been subject to hefty penalties even when they make mistakes on classifying workers as independent contractors through clumsiness and inadvertence.

This is a clear message that enforcement bodies, like the Fair Work Ombudsman, have a zero tolerance for sham contracting.

WHAT IS SHAM CONTRACTING? Sham contracting is an employer misrepresenting to an individual who they employ, or propose to employ, that they are engaged as an independent contractor rather than as an employee.

EMPLOYEE OR GENUINE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR – HOW DO YOU TELL? To determine whether a worker is an employee or genuine independent contractor, the law doesn’t give much weight to the express intention of the parties. Even if the employer had the worker sign an independent contractor agreement, they will consider the nature of the relationship between the parties in totality. Elements of the engagement can either give weight to an argument the worker is an employee or an independent contractor, or can be a neutral consideration.

The courts would then consider the whole character of the employment relationship and use this to develop an overall impression.

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Some of the elements the courts would consider are: 1. CONTROL The greater the lawful right to command exercised by the employer over the worker, more weight is given to a finding the worker is an employee. This can be control over how, when and where the worker works, what they wear to work and the tools or equipment they have to supply to do their work, among other things.

2. INTEGRATION This test looks at whether the work performed is done as an integral part of another’s business. If a worker is engaging in work as a ‘person in business on his own account’ he will likely be an independent contractor.

However, if a person is doing lowskilled work for the benefit of another, and they’re not operating a business on their own account, they are more likely to be employees.

5. REMUNERATION A person who receives a periodic wage which isn’t dependent on their level of skill, the difficulty or time required to complete a tasks, or measured against their output, looks much more like an employee than an independent contractor.

The Australian Industrial Relations Commission has noted that, in the modern economy, distinctions between methods of pay are less relevant, so this is not likely to be a deciding factor.

HOW DO I AVOID SHAM CONTRACTING? Employers should always be mindful of the actual character of their employment relationships when engaging workers as independent contractors.

Greenhalgh Pickard have developed a simple questionnaire you can complete to assess the status of your workers.

3. DELEGATION The power for a worker to delegate or sub-contract work under the engagement is an important indication of an independent contracting relationship. If the written contract doesn’t provide an express right of delegation, the courts can examine whether any delegation did occur in practice.

4. SPECIALISATION The more highly specialised and technical the work being performed, the greater the chance the worker could be a genuine independent contractor.

If you’re uncertain about any of your employees or independent contractors, you should seek legal advice straight away. Call our office on 07 5444 1022 to arrange a meeting today.

DISCLAIMER: The material contained in this publication is of a general nature only and is based on the law as of the date of publication. It is not, nor is intended to be legal advice. If you wish to take any action based on the content of this publication, we recommend that you seek professional advice.

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SECOND COMPANY CONVICTED FOR CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT MELISSA BAKER National Industry Development Manager, Australian Glass & Window Association

Articles like this highlight the importance of an effective Safety Management System in your business. This employer spent over $400,000 in an attempt to improve their safety systems yet was still convicted and received a fine in excess of $170,000. Penalties for workplace incidents are increasing (not to mention the industrial manslaughter laws in many states of Australia) and we need to work together to ensure work health and safety is a top priority of your daily operations. Failure to have a simple safety management plan could put you in jail and/or close your business.

AGWA are here to help you manage your safety requirements and answer any questions you may have.

Templates for many safety documents are available on the Members Portal of the AGWA website. For more information, contact melissa.baker@agwa.com.au

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court has convicted and fined a wall panel installer for its part in an incident when a wall panel, being lifted by a mobile crane, fell and injured two workers. This is the second prosecution to follow the accident at a Kellyville building site – a specialist crane contractor was previously convicted after it failed to ensure a qualified dogman was used to attach loads to a pallet hook.

UNQUALIFIED LABOUR HIRE WORKER USED The contractor who supplied and installed wall panels was engaged to install panels at a building site where nine buildings, containing 58 townhouses, were under construction.

The panels were being lifted to various levels on the buildings using a mobile crane operated by another contractor.

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On 15 December 2017, a pack of panels was attached to a pallet hook and loaded onto the crane by a labour hire worker engaged by the panel installer.

The labourer was not a qualified dogman.

As the panels were lifted, the bottom panel broke through the plastic wrapping and fell. The 76 kg panel struck two workers who were standing at ground level near the formwork frames on the building. They were hit on the head and shoulders and knocked over.

Their injuries were relatively minor, but they could have been serious – or even fatal – had they been standing in a slightly different position. For this reason, the panel contractor was charged with exposing workers to a risk of death or serious injury.

COMPANY DIDN’T COMPLY WITH ITS OWN SWMS The case was heard in the District Court of New South Wales.

The Court heard that the risk of workers being struck by objects falling from a height during cranage work was known to the panel contractor. The risk had been identified in the company’s Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) for taking delivery of panels, and there was plenty of publicly available guidance material identifying that risk and setting out relevant control measures.

The company’s SWMS identified control measures including setting up an exclusion zone, using only qualified dogmen to attach and direct the load, and following the manufacturer’s instructions and the crane SWMS for use of the pallet lifter, among other measures.

The evidence revealed that the labourhire worker had inserted the tines of the pallet hook under the second panel from the bottom, instead of the bottom one, which subsequently broke through its plastic wrapping, fell and hit the scaffolders.

At the earlier prosecution resulting from this incident, evidence was presented that the contractor responsible for operating the crane, and providing qualified dogmen, chose to use the one dogman it provided to land the loads, rather than to attach them to the pallet

hook. In the circumstances, a qualified dogman should have been undertaking the latter task.

The crane contractor pleaded guilty and was fined $150,000, after a 25 per cent discount off the nominal fine of $200,000 for the guilty plea.

The judge took the view that the contractor installing the panels was a bit less culpable for incident. After the incident, the company took a range of steps to improve its safety systems, including: • Training its supervisors and managers (at a cost of $36,000).

• Employing a full-time safety and support co-ordinator ($75,000 pa).

• Implementing an electronic reporting system to manage safety-based documentation.

• Introducing a general company induction (over $70,000).

• Engaging external auditors to implement quality management systems and obtaining relevant certifications (over $200,000).

• Increasing the frequency of documented safety meetings.

• Enrolling 11 employees in a fiveday dogman qualification course ($41,000).

• Engaging a company to overhaul the safe work instructions concerning the handling and installation of the panels.

The company co-operated with SafeWork NSW in its investigation and its director expressed deep remorse for the incident and the injuries sustained.

Nevertheless, the panel contractor had pleaded not guilty, so it was not entitled to the 25 per cent discount for a guilty plea. The company was convicted and fined $170,000 plus costs.

The bottom line: Work that should properly be undertaken by dogmen (or others with appropriate skills and qualifications) should not be assigned to unqualified labourers. The use of mobile cranes to raise loads on construction sites carries risks, and available guidance material should inform practice.

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Updates from your State Chapter Committees.

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MEMBER PROFILE

Anthony Innovations Celebrate 70 Years From a tin shed to an advanced manufacturing facility – innovating every step of the way.

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Restoring the Octagon Tremco. An iconic Sydney landmark that was in need of a little attention.

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Tryalla Select Window Installations. Maximising breathtakingly perfect ocean views.

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AGWA’s Ongoing Work on Australian Standards & NCC 2022

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Engineering Assessment of a Possible Non-Compliant Glazing Installation

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Why Should I Join My Glaziers to the AGWA Master Glazier Program?

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AGWA Member Accreditation Congratulations to our members who have achieved the ACP Compliance Pillar.

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Nominations Open for the 2021 AGWA Apprentice of the Year Awards

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Fenestration Diploma™ Graduates

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AGWA Course Graduates

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AGWA STATE CHAPTERS Updates from your State Chapter Committees.

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

ADRIAN GROCOTT State Chapter Chair

WAYNE COOK State Chapter Chair

PHILLIP MAUVIEL State Chapter Chair

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e have had a change of baton with our inaugural New South Wales Chapter Chair, Deb Deeth from Greater Glass, stepping down after a couple of great years at the helm. I would like to thank her for her wonderful contribution over the years.

Looking closer to home, I’m pleased to announce the AGWA team have done a great job working with the government to get the Certificate III in Fenestration listed on the New South Wales Skills Shortage list. This means the Fenestration qualification joins Certificate III in Glass and Glazing as a government subsidised course. In addition to this, AGWA have been working with TAFE and Training Services New South Wales to get a skill set in fenestration on the cards in New South Wales for Semester 2, 2021.

This skill set will offer four core units from the Certificate III in Fenestration to member employees and, if it proves popular, will form the basis of a job seeker program for workers wanting to gain employment within the fenestration industry. This will provide members with the opportunity to engage these new workers in a work experience program to help fill job vacancies with trained staff.

he residential and home improvement market conditions in Queensland are very buoyant at the moment and we are seeing a return to the new normal. Change is certainly a business issue that we have all had to manage in the last 18 months. The member updates from Melissa Baker, AGWA National Industry Development Manager, provide a solid overview on what is happening in the industry, particularly around training, safety and COVID. I know we receive a lot of material via email, but I encourage members to read these.

The Queensland and Northern Territory Industry Information Webinar held in April was attended by over 43 members.

Topics included the new AGWA website, accreditation and CEO updates. In May, AGWA hosted two webinars on the NCC 2022 Public Comment Draft: the first providing a general overview of NCC 2022, and the second focusing on the changes to glass energy efficiency requirements. Recordings of all webinars are available from the Members Portal of the AGWA website.

I also encourage all members to login to the new website to explore the added functionality and update your details if required.

2021 AGWA INDUSTRY AWARDS NOW OPEN 2021 CATEGORIES: • Safety Award (State & National) • Service Award (State Only) • Industry Person of the Year (National Only) Download nomination forms at www.agwa.com.au/IndustryAwards

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he South Australian Chapter have been hard at work over the last couple of months. As many of you are aware, some of our local constabulary have increased their scrutiny on glass vehicles of late with many trucks required to undergo compliance inspections. This emerging issue requires a considerable response on behalf of our South Australian members.

The Chapter, in consultation with the AGWA team, has been working to stop the unnecessary sidelining of our trucks through engagement with the South Australian Police Commissioner, Grant Stevens, the Minster for Police and Emergency Services, the Hon. Vincent Tarzia, and senior vehicle engineers at the Department for Infrastructure and Transport. This engagement has enabled us to develop guidelines that align and define the regulations around what acceptable glass trucks should look like.

Together, we can minimise the perceived risk for pedestrian injury and keep our trucks on the road and our industry moving.

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TASMANIA

VICTORIA

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

JOHN GOFTON State Chapter Chair

GEOFF RANKIN State Chapter Chair

PETER DEN BOER State Chapter Chair

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s we progress through the year, it is pleasing to see that the work situation in Tasmania is looking very strong in both the commercial and residential markets. There are signs to suggest that this may continue for the next twelve to eighteen months, in spite of impacts caused by COVID-19 to many businesses and supply chains.

We look forward to this strength in work translating to a stronger state economy to keep our industry and related businesses buoyant.

I would like to take this opportunity to remind members of the Tasmanian Chapter to keep up-to-date with the requirements of the Accredited Company Program (ACP). Be proactive in this and use the benefits to promote your competence and expertise to your clients. If we build on best practices and best products, every member business will contribute integrity in what our industry provides to the consumer.

In the second half of 2021, AGWA will recommence on-site audits for compliance, safety, skills and training.

This is a good opportunity for members to improve and fine tune their businesses with AGWA staff offering great support and information.

I encourage all Tasmanian AGWA members to explore the new AGWA website, keep in touch with current issues in our industry, and utilise the excellent resources available.

s we continue to manage impacts of COVID-19, our member engagement for 2021 will be maintained via online webinars for the foreseeable future.

In April, we held a successful webinar with approximately 52 members attending as part of the member information series. It’s important for all members to participate in AGWA activities to stay up-to-date with industry changes, as well keeping in touch with the AGWA team, particularly if you need support in any areas such as compliance, accreditation, technical or sustainability (WERS).

May webinars focused on NCC changes, at a general level and performance of glazing and energy efficiency in buildings and, in particular, residential, by 2022.

I also encourage all members to take some time to review their account details in the members area of the new AGWA website so that the information is both current and correct.

The outlook for the building industry remains positive for the near term, with ongoing government support at both a federal and state level. Some of the changes at state level should support skills development in much needed trade applications.

Pressure on supply chains is being experienced for imported products as well as locally produced products. In addition to supply chain issues, there has also been some substantial cost increases in materials including glass and other consumables. It’s important to look ahead and set expectations so that customers understand there are delays in getting products and materials, and thus it is taking longer to complete projects.

We welcome member suggestions for webinar topics in 2021 that you see as important to the industry. We have a lot of expertise in our industry and we will deliver sessions on key topics of interest, so please let any of the AGWA team know what areas you would like to learn more about.

irstly, on behalf of Roy Loftus and myself, we thank the membership for submitting their votes for the AGWA Board nominations. Roy, representing the windows sector, will hold this position for a further four years, and myself, representing the glass sector, for the next two years.

On a social front, the annual Golf Day is still planned for October. However, at this stage, there has been no annual state awards night planned, although nominations for the 2021 AGWA Industry Awards are now open.

The Western Australia Chapter has had a great win for our industry. Working with the team at AGWA, we have engaged in targeted consultation with Janine Blake and Kay Gerard from the Western Australian Food, Fibre and Timber Industries Training Council (FFTITC) and North Metropolitan TAFE. The meeting saw us take a tour of the Western Australian TAFE glass and glazing training facilities while having a broad discussion around the training needs for our industry. From those discussions, I am pleased to advise that we have been able to secure funding for a ‘Fenestration Skill Set’ to be offered to the industry in Semester 2, 2021. The skill set will include four core units from the new Fenestration qualification and, if popular, will form the foundation group for the first accredited window framing Certificate III in Fenestration graduates.

In the Western Australia market, in particular the residential sector, we are seeing market conditions peak as a result of the stimulus package – material shortages and lead times are stretched.

These are challenging times for our industry. We encourage the opportunity to support each other in being able to provide the needs of the market, a stark contrast on where we were twelve months ago.

As a result of our state Auditor, Greg O’Brien, being of ill health, our Audit program has been delayed. However, once Greg has recovered, these will continue. Compliance remains a focal point for our industry. We appeal to members to forward any displays of non-compliance for investigation.

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ANTHONY INNOVATIONS CELEBRATE 70 YEARS From a tin shed to an advanced manufacturing facility – innovating every step of the way.

It is with great pleasure that Anthony Innovations celebrates their 70th Anniversary in 2021.

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s an Australian third-generation, family-owned manufacturing business, Anthony Innovations has a story that mirrors the tales of many great Australian manufacturing companies – overcoming adversity with a commitment and determination to innovate.

talents of European post-war migration in the 50s and 60s like many Australian manufacturers. The company grew rapidly thanks to an innovative process developed by Sil himself, producing custom short run bearings perfect for use in industrial conveyor rollers, as well as large sliding doors and windows.

Anthony Innovations was started in an engineering workshop (little more than a corrugated iron shed) on Bell Street, Preston, by Sil Anthony in 1951.

In many ways, the business walked in lock-step with the best of Australian manufacturing – surviving, evolving and prospering in challenging conditions because of a willingness to do more than just fall back on business-as-usual.

The 70s and 80s were a time of growth for the company as the country prospered. The demand for bearings grew and internal capabilities broadened to meet the needs of a loyal and widening customer base. As the 90s arrived with a mixture of recession, deregulation and globalisation, many of those loyal customers started closing their doors. The business was faced with the challenge that many Australian manufacturers struggled with at the time: evolve or die.

Initially known as Anthony Bearings, the company was powered by the skills and

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In the end, it was the innovative spirit of Sil’s son Phil – following in his father’s footsteps as Managing Director – that saw the company make the decision to refocus its operations to meet the needs of this changing environment.

As the new millennium began, Anthony Bearings evolved into Anthony Innovations, stepping back from making bearings for industrial applications and focusing more on the manufacture of rollers for sliding doors and windows.

This evolution saw the company broadening its knowledge base, investing more into local engineering and design skills, to develop more advanced products and innovative materials, while establishing relationships with overseas manufacturing to develop a more competitive supply chain.

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02 01 Hard at work in the engineering workshop in Bell Street, Preston, Victoria, 1955.

02 By 1965, Anthony Bearings had expanded to a site on Perry Street, Fairfield, Victoria.

03 Exterior view of the corrugated iron shed that housed the Preston workshop in 1955.

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03 At the same time, the Anthony Innovations team also looked to new markets for their products in North America and Europe while shoring up existing domestic markets with their new, superior product range for the doors and windows industry.

By 2009, the Anthony Innovations team were ready to innovate again – maintaining an overseas supply chain but bringing more of the control in-house. So they set up Anthony Innovations Changzhou, an Australian business located in China that runs as a highly-mechanised factory. This provided Anthony Innovations with more influence on quality control measures and in protecting their own and their customers’ intellectual property.

Despite the challenges that have presented themselves over the years, Anthony Innovations has become a multinational company, operating across Australia, North America and Asia, and have cemented themselves as a leading manufacturer of sliding door and window hardware. With the leadership mantle being passed onto the third generation, Ben and his brother Drew, this Australian success story is ready to face the future and continue to innovate for years to come.

Anthony Innovations 68 Keon Parade, Thomastown, Victoria 3074 03 9460 1166 www.anthonyinnovations.com.au

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RESTORING THE OCTAGON An iconic Sydney landmark that was in need of a little attention.

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Tremco supplied to SMB: • Spectrem Restoration Overlay – 1,250 lineal metres, supplied as 286 pre-cut lengths to ease installation.

• Spectrem Simple Seal – 39 rolls of 30.5 metres each, totalling 1,189 lineal metres.

• Spectrem 1 – 540 sausages of 600ml each, totalling 324 litres of sealant.

01 One of the two light filled atriums that make up The Octagon.

02 Application of Spectrem Restoration Overlay.

03 Interior view of the atrium restoration.

04 The completed atriums.

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ompleted in 1990 and refurbished in 2012, the Octagon in Parramatta is a six-level, 20,000 square metre, A-grade commercial building.

It comprises of two central cores connecting to modular office spaces across internal bridges within light filled atriums. The interconnecting modular offices vary in size with over 2,000 square metres of ground floor retail space enveloping the central communal courtyard.

With over 800 individual panels in each of each of the two atriums, this is a truly amazing structure. Over time, through regular wear and tear, the two major skylights over the atriums had started leaking.

Various attempts to repair the problem had been made but were unsuccessful.

Most solutions required the removal of the panels which was not only expensive, but also potentially required shutting down the atrium whilst the glass was removed – not ideal when up

to 500 people work in each atrium at any one time.

Novion Engineering contacted Tremco to discuss the best solution for the job.

Rather than pulling out each of the panels and adding new gaskets and sealant, Tremco came up with a double sealing solution by combining Spectrem Simple Seal with Spectrem Restoration Overlays.

This solution is cost-effective, nonintrusive, does not require any panels to be removed or replaced, does not require a scissor lift, and can be completed by accessing the externals of the building only. As there is no need for any of the equipment associated with glass removal and installation, the solution is a two person job saving on labour and time.

Tremco worked with SMB Solutions on installation and training to ensure the building was maintained at the highest standard as demanded by the owner.

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Two Atriums with 800 IGUs per Atrium

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CASE STUDY

TRYALLA Maximising breathtakingly perfect ocean views.

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ryalla is one of Sydney’s Northern Beaches finest ocean-front luxury properties, positioned on the tip of the headland with breathtakingly perfect beach views across Queenscliff, Freshwater, and the tranquil Pacific Ocean.

The Northern Beaches span 30 km of coastline, starting at Manly and making its way up to Palm Beach. This property is within walking distance to the Freshwater shopping village, which has a laid back vibe, thanks to its distance from the CBD. This property provided an excellent opportunity for Select Window Installations to showcase a residential project where they worked with the owner-builder to transform a dream into a reality.

The brief from the owner-builder was to meet the wind and water conditions and, of course, maximise the view! Select Windows Installations installed Anodic Natural Matt powder-coated hinged, sliding and stacking doors into this home.

Stacking doors opened up the home’s living spaces onto the deck overlooking the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

Breezway Louvres were utilised in the home to allow the windows to be easily accessible for cleaning from the inside of the property. These windows can be left open in the gentle rain, allow for airflow through the windows, and control breezes upwards to the ceiling – perfect for the bathroom spaces in this property.

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CASE STUDY: SELECT WINDOW INSTALLATIONS

PROJECT Tryalla TYPE Residential LOCATION

Queenscliff, New South Wales

FABRICATOR

Select Window Installations

WINDOW SYSTEMS

Aneeta Sashless Windows

Breezway Louvres Quantum Awning Viscount Exterior Sliding and Stacking Doors PHOTOGRAPHER Adrian Koch Rising Sun Photography

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The owner-builder wanted to use sashless windows, which deliver the look of fixed glass with the practicality of an openable window, perfect for a sunny, still day. Aneeta Sashless windows with 90-degree silicone jointed fixed windows with horizontal transom were used to combat this site’s positive and negative pressures.

With a property such as Tryalla and its stunning location, sashless windows were a perfect choice as they provide the best uninterrupted view in opening window design available today.

Evaluation of the conditions were paramount during installation due to high winds.

The Select Windows Installations team reviewed weather patterns the day before each day’s work structure to consider safety when installing. They also had to ensure that all windows and doors were watertight and designed to meet wind and water loads.

The Select Window Installation team are fully trained and highly skilled, with backgrounds in carpentry and building. This project was completed over six weeks and particular attention to detail was required to ensure water tightness due to the property’s location. Approximately one to two products were installed per day to ensure the highest standard of quality was maintained.

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AGWA’S ONGOING WORK ON AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS & NCC 2022 NAYAN DAS Technical Program Engineer, Australian Glass & Window Association

STANDARDS UPDATE The two Australian Glass and Window Association (AGWA) Technical Committees, supported by a number of working groups, sub-committees and State Chapters, actively identify, develop and deliver technical services of significant benefit to members. These include monitoring relevant industry trends and developments that affect our industry to inform members and respond to government, relevant regulatory bodies and building associations as required. One of the key roles the Association plays is to augment the industry’s engagement with Standards Australia in terms of developing new Standards, identifying shortcomings in the current Standards and subsequently, facilitating discussions for revision work of required Australian Standards. To this effect, the Technical Department of AGWA in recent months has contributed significantly to the development of many Australian Standards that are crucial to the glass and fenestration industry. The following section is divided into two parts – ongoing projects and upcoming projects – to provide specific information on the various Standards AGWA is working on behalf of the industry.

ONGOING STANDARDS PROJECTS Some of the milestone Australian Standard (AS) projects that AGWA is currently involved in with Standards Australia are: 1. AS 1288 – Glass in buildings – Selection and installation The lack of guidance in the recent 2006 version of AS 1288, especially for Section 6 (sloped overhead glazing) and Section 7 (balustrades), has created confusion amongst suppliers, builders, and certifiers. In order to facilitate a clear interpretation of the clauses within these sections, the AGWA has worked hard on behalf of members to amend existing Section 6 and Section 7 and develop new provisions in these sections. The AGWA is pleased to inform members that the public comment resolution and balloting stages of the Standard are completed and it is proceeding to the publication phase.

Note: The publication of the Standard is subject to approval from ABCB and Standards Australia. AGWA will communicate to members once the final document is released by Standards Australia.

2. AS 4055 – Wind loads for housing When it comes to wind load assessment for buildings, we generally refer to either AS/NZS 1170.2 or AS 4055.

AS 4055 is a simplified version of AS/NZS 1170.2 used specifically for determining wind ratings for housing as per specific geometric limitations set out in AS 4055.

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At the beginning of last year, a revised draft of AS/ NZS 1170.2:2020 was released for public comment. Since AS 4055 depends on AS/NZS 1170.2, AGWA worked closely with the Standards Committee to develop content for AS 4055 to align it with AS/NZS 1170.2. The motivation to revise these Standards was to improve the current understanding of severe wind events and the ongoing effects of climate change. As a result of the engagement and collaboration, AGWA is pleased to inform that the public comment stage of AS 4055 is completed and it is proceeding towards the publication phase.

Note: The publication of the Standard is subject to approval from ABCB and Standards Australia. AGWA will communicate to members once the final document is released by Standards Australia.

3. AS 3740 – Waterproofing of domestic wet areas This document sets out the minimum requirements for the materials, design and installation of waterproofing for domestic wet areas. The public comment draft of AS 3740 revision was released in December 2020 with the intention to supersede AS 3740:2010. The primary objective of this revision is to bring this document in line with the current waterproofing practices in the building industry. Some of the changes in the revised draft that could impact our industry include: a) Updated figures for water-stops around shower screens. b) Revised definition for shower area – unenclosed and enclosed. c) Added information on risk levels of different areas. d) Additional figures with examples of applications.

It is relevant to note that AGWA has worked on the development of this revision and contributed substantially to the drafting of provisions related to shower areas.

Currently, the public comment resolution process of the revised draft Standard is completed, and the draft is proceeding to ballot leading to publication.

Note: The publication of the Standard is subject to approval from ABCB and Standards Australia. AGWA will communicate to members once the final document is released by Standards Australia.

4. AS 1428.1 – Design for access and mobility – General requirements for access – New building work The purpose of this document is to provide building practitioners with the minimum design requirements for new building work to enable access for people with disabilities. In November 2020, Standards Australia released the draft revision of AS 1428.1 for public comment.

The main objective of the revision is to make editorial changes to the document and align the Standard with the NCC drafting protocols. It is important to note that this public consultation period provided us with an opportunity to highlight concerns related to the unclear interpretations of many clauses within the Standard. Some of these ambiguities are associated with the definition

of the continuous path of travel, sill requirements, grate requirements, as well as requirements for operation force of a door. We have made more than 10 submissions and indicated that the draft revision did not go far enough to resolve shortcomings and ambiguities in the existing Standard. Recently, AGWA formed an Accessibility Working Group to resolve the ongoing unclear interpretations of the Standard and communicate industry concerns to relevant bodies such as the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) and Standards Australia.

It is important to note that the documents listed above are primary reference documents to the National Construction Code (NCC) and are mandatory requirements when it comes to Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions of the NCC. Although these Standards are expected to be published in the coming months, the revised versions will not be referenced under the NCC until the next publication of the NCC, which is expected to be on 1 September, 2022. This means the revised versions will not become mandatory documents until they are called upon by the NCC. Furthermore, in response to these changes, AGWA’s technical team is working diligently in collaboration with the Technical Committees to prepare comprehensive Technical Fact Sheets to inform the members about the critical changes in AS 1288 and AS 4055 respectively. Please visit the new AGWA website for relevant updates.

UPCOMING STANDARDS PROJECTS AGWA is also involved in a few new projects with Standards Australia to review, revise and develop relevant content for the following Standards: 1.

AS 2208 – Safety glazing materials in buildings

2. AS 2080 – Safety Glazing for land vehicles 3. AS 1926.1 – Swimming pool safety – Safety barriers for swimming pools The AGWA will provide more updates on these Standards in the coming months. Members are requested to visit the new AGWA website for up-to-date information.

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• Updated provisions for glazing and window fixings.

• Quantification of Performance Requirements, including Part A8.

• Provisions related to bushfire protection for non-residential buildings.

• Stage 1 weatherproofing and waterproofing for commercial buildings.

For more information on the Public Comment Draft of NCC 2022, please scan the QR code to visit the ABCB website.

DID YOU KNOW? AGWA has a library containing more than 50 Technical Fact Sheets and Guides on topics related to a variety of sectors including Fall Prevention, Manifestation, NCC-Section J and much more.

The latest Technical Fact Sheets include: • Insulated Glass Unit Compliance Requirements • Insulated Glass Units with Unframed Support • Permissible Variation for Glazing in WERS Listed Products • Understanding Appendix F of AS 2047 These fact sheets can be used as a guide or solution to complex questions as well as providing a prepared response to commonly encountered issues. These resources are provided to make the job of AGWA members easier.

DELAYED ADOPTION The ABCB announced late last year that publication of the NCC is being delayed by four months and will not be published on 1 May 2022. This delay is mostly due to the disruption from COVID-19. The NCC 2022 is now expected to be adopted by states and territories from 1 September, 2022.

This means that the current NCC (2019 suite) will remain in use until NCC 2022 is released.

NCC 2022 – PUBLIC COMMENT DRAFT The Public Comment Draft of NCC 2022 was published by the ABCB for consultation on 10 May, 2021. The consultation process is divided into Stage 1 and Stage 2. Stage 1 of the consultation includes all proposed NCC amendments except energy efficiency and condensation proposals that arise from project work. The public comment period for this first stage closes at 11:59 pm AEST Friday, 2 July, 2021. The content of Stage 2 relates to energy efficiency and condensation project work and will open for comment on Monday, 19 July, 2021.

NCC 2022 features a new structure and format, implemented as part of the ABCB’s Improved NCC useability initiative, delivering a more user-friendly and digitally contemporary code. Some of the key changes in the draft NCC 2022 (Stage 1) includes the following: • Draft provisions relating to accessible housing (Livable Housing Design ABCB Standard).

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ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT OF A POSSIBLE NON-COMPLIANT GLAZING INSTALLATION desktop review which is often based on photographs and information supplied to us by a member or a complainant.

POUYA ABTAHI Glass Technical Manager, Australian Glass & Window Association

AGWA is often asked what we are doing about the ‘cowboys’ in the industry. While the number of disputes and noncompliant investigations is increasing every year, members do not get the opportunity to see the work that we do to raise the standards of our industry. In what will be a new section of this magazine, we will provide snapshots of some of the content, issues and outcomes emanating from our investigations.

BACKGROUND

In the case of the balustrade in the college building, our initial review highlighted concerns around the glass thickness of the balustrade, making it non-compliant with the requirements of AS 1288 and AS/NZS 1170.1 as required for this particular application.

THE DETAILS With the initial desktop investigation complete, we contacted the college and asked for the balustrade system’s compliance certification and engineering report to confirm our initial concerns.

AGWA was informed by one of our members of a potential non-compliant balustrade installation in the auditorium/ theatre of a college.

As the balustrade system is located internally, wind loads were not applicable. However, imposed action loads on the balustrade system were the key focus of the assessment given the occupancy use.

These issues are typically triaged by the AGWA technical engineering team under the AGWA dispute resolution service, and most commonly, as in this instance, it begins with a

The college auditorium is unusual because the lower five rows of seating can be retracted, leaving higher, usable seating that requires fall protection for the 1,655 mm drop created by the

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When not in use, the front rows of chairs are folded stored beneath this platform.

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removal of the lower seating. While protection of that drop is necessary, the usage of the auditorium requires a higher protection level.

In reviewing the information provided, we learned that 12 mm thick toughened glass was used in the balustrade, which was based on the applied live load (imposed load) of C3 (0.75 kN/m). However, it should have been C5 (3.0 kN/m) as required in Table 3.3 of AS 1170.1. C3, applies to areas such as stairs, landings, external balconies, and edges of roofs, while C5 applies to places such as theatres, cinemas, grandstands, auditoriums and shopping malls.

After informing the college about our concerns, they requested an on-site inspection and expert opinion. We arranged for one of our NATA Accredited assessors to carry out a comprehensive investigation. The details are: • The largest of the glass balustrade’s overall dimension was 1,555 mm in width and 1,200 mm high with a thickness of 12 mm.

• The handrail, which is located on top of the glass, was not part of the original design and poorly connected to the glass and adjacent wall. We considered this to be a top rail or non-load supporting handrail.

• The top rail is entirely removable in order to provide access down to the auditorium floor from the upper seating.

• The top rail was not properly connected back to the main structure.

Figure 1 illustrates some the core elements of the project under review.

Once the details of the site assessment were completed, with accurate dimensions of the balustrade system, AGWA undertook detailed engineering calculations and a desktop study to validate and confirm our initial assessment.

From our assessment, a compliant system would be required to have a glass thickness of approximately 25 mm, which is greater than the actual glass thickness used in this project.

As previously mentioned, the whole system was therefore considered non-compliant.

A written report was provided by AGWA to the client to highlight the non-compliant installation issues and possible rectification solutions.

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS The issues detected are summarised as follows: 1. The system does not meet the requirement of the National Construction Code because the balustrade system is rated and tested as C3 when it should be C5.

2. The entire balustrade assembly, including the top rail and removable glass panels, is highly unlikely to have been designed to be removed and replaced regularly and remain structurally adequate.

3. The top rail is more of a cap and adds little to the performance and strength of the whole system.

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Ultimately, the system as designed uses a thickness of 12 mm.

Our findings indicate that a compliant system requires a thickness of 25 mm.

At the time of publication, we are continuing to work with the college to provide them with a compliant outcome.

In conclusion, compliance and ensuring a level playing field is the core of our engagement in this regard and we will continue to progress this important agenda. Your ongoing assistance to raise concerns on installations like this is highly valued so we can work to protect our industry from the cowboys profiting from non-compliance and nonconformance.

E-Mail: info@orgadata.com.au Phone: 07 3301 1750

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WHY SHOULD I JOIN MY GLAZIERS TO THE AGWA MASTER GLAZIER PROGRAM?

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he situation is dire. The industry is booming and we don’t have enough workers in our industry to keep up with the workload at hand. Most glass and window companies are struggling to employ tradesman glaziers due to the skills shortage in our industry. And, to add to the struggle, once you get a worker and put the effort into training them, you cannot ensure they will stay with you instead of taking all your hard work to a higher paying (more desperate) employer. We are competing with each other for trained workers, putting even more strain on production rates, turn around times and customer satisfaction.

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The good news is that apprentice numbers are higher than ever across the country this year – and whilst they can fill some of the void, it will be three to four years before they are qualified and can take on a full workload.

AGWA advertised last year for apprentices nationwide and received over 160 applications for first year apprentice roles and will continue the push with careers advisors to promote our industry with school leavers. But how can we keep workers in our industry and in your organisation without playing the wage war game that most of us can’t afford?

Start thinking about non-monetary incentives to motivate and retain your staff. Research shows that tangible recognition of an employee’s value to a company is a key factor in long term retention and engagement. Keep your employees engaged in your business by showing them how valuable they are to you by recognising their skills and signing them up to an industry recognised program that celebrates excellence in the glazing profession.

The Master Glazier program credits high levels of expertise in the glazing profession and encourages a lifelong career path that develops and supports its members.

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The Master Glazier program is available to all active or in training glaziers, whether they are employed by a member or non-member company. This is to encourage a larger proportion of the industry to participate and encourage more companies to be involved with the glass industry's development and growth.

The program provides a defined career path that starts with an Apprentice, moves on to becoming a Foundation Glazier, with the aim

to eventually achieving either Certified or Master Glazier status. Master Glaziers mentor the Apprentice and Foundation members to encourage career growth and skill development within the industry.

WHAT DO YOU GET FOR BEING A MEMBER OF THE MASTER GLAZIER PROGRAM? • Recognition as one of the leading glaziers in the industry.

• A Master Glazier photo ID membership card and currency certificate.

• The Master Glazier logo for inclusion on your business cards, email signatures, etc.

• Master Glazier promotion on the AGWA website (services search).

• Access to member prices for AGWA training courses and events.

• Access to eNewsletters and BuiltView Magazine.

• Access to AGWA Technical Fact Sheets and Industry Code of Practice updates to keep abreast on emerging trends.

HOW DO YOU APPLY? Application forms are available on the AGWA website (www.agwa.com.au under Accreditation) or contact Melissa Baker for more information. Sign up your employees and make them feel valued.

ONCE MY GLAZIERS ARE A MEMBER OF THE PROGRAM – WHAT ELSE DO THEY NEED TO DO? To maintain status within the Master Glazier program, your glaziers need to complete 10 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points every year to ensure your industry knowledge is current. Points are accrued by attending industry webinars, training courses and industry events. One point is issued for every hour of event attended, or two points for every hour if there is an assessment at the end of the session.

Apprentice Glaziers do not need to complete CPD as they are currently training.

So, what are you waiting for? Or, why haven’t you joined your staff up already? Send your applications in now.

For all enquiries, please contact Melissa Baker at melissa.baker@agwa.com.au.

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AGWA MEMBER T ACCREDITATION Congratulations to our members who have achieved the ACP Compliance Pillar.

he AGWA Accredited Company Program (ACP) provides a comprehensive framework to develop and demonstrate the skills, experience safety and integrity of production systems. The program has three pillars to become accredited to: Compliance; Skills and Training; and Safety.

COMPLIANCE PILLAR The ACP Compliance Pillar provides Accredited Companies with the means

to independently demonstrate product performance and compliance with the National Construction Code, AS 2047 – Windows and external glazed doors in buildings, AS 1288 – Glass in buildings, and other relevant Australian Standards.

If you would like to learn more about the AGWA Accredited Companies Program, please email accred@agwa.com.au or call 02 9498 2768.

ACCREDITED COMPANY PROGRAM: COMPLIANCE PILLAR A&L Windows

Dandenong South, VIC

G.James Glass & Aluminium

National

AB Glazing Bundaberg

Bundaberg, QLD

Geoff's Glass & Aluminium

Bundaberg South, QLD

Accent Aluminium Windows and Doors

Bayswater North, VIC

Glass Solutions

Capalaba, QLD

Highcraft Windows

Ferntree Gully, VIC

Advance Aluminium Windows

Campbellfield, VIC

Image Windows

Grafton, NSW

Advance Metal Industries Australia

Coffs Harbour, NSW

K & J Glass

Warrell Creek, NSW

AJ Aluminium

Warriewood, NSW

Lotus Folding Walls & Doors

Dandenong South, VIC

Allview Windows and Doors

Coffs Harbour, NSW Coombabah, QLD

Manjimup Cabinet Makers & Glass Service

Manjimup, WA

Argus Vision Aspect Windows

Dandenong South, VIC

NGA Windows

Crestmead, QLD

Bayview Glass

Urangan, QLD

Noah Windows & Doors

Nunawading, VIC

BGS Windows

Bunbury, WA

Noye's Glass & Aluminium

Bundaberg, QLD

Big River Glass

South Grafton, NSW

PCW Commercial Windows

Erina, NSW

Bradnam's Windows & Doors

National

Plumb Glazing Pty Ltd

Underwood, QLD

Bretts Architectural Window & Door Solutions

Chermside, QLD

Polytron Glass Australia

Molendinar, QLD

PVC Windows Australia

Campbellfield, VIC

Brightway Windows & Doors

Shandong, China

R & R Glass & Aluminium

Geebung, QLD

Brisbane Glazing

Chermside, QLD

Regency Windows

Thomastown, VIC

Bunbury City Glass

Bunbury, WA

Rooney Glass

Coffs Harbour, NSW

Busselton Aluminium Windows

Busselton, WA

Rylock Windows Eastern

Nunawading, VIC

Castle Glazing ACT

Fyshwick, ACT Lisarow, NSW

SGA Architectural Window Solutions

Coffs Harbour, NSW

Central Coast Shopfronts Civic Shower Screens

Yalata, QLD

Coastal Living Aluminium Windows & Doors

North Boambee Valley, NSW

Southern Cross Glass Windows & Doors

Currumbin Waters, QLD

Southern Star Windows

Ormeau, QLD

Country Style Windows

Queanbeyan, NSW

Stegbar

National

Crystal Windows and Doors

Redbank, QLD

Taylors Window Supplies

Queanbeyan, NSW

Deluxe Windows

Epping, VIC

Trend Windows & Doors

Hume, ACT

Eagle Aluminium

Ferntree Gully, VIC

Tweed Coast Glass

Kingscliff, NSW

Emsco Windows

Warriewood, NSW

UPVC Window Solutions

Somersby, NSW

Euroglass Australia

Hemmant, QLD

Urunga Windows & Glass

Urunga, NSW

European Window Company

Rowville, VIC

Vue Windows Australia

Vermont, VIC

G & G Glass & Aluminium

Kingston, QLD

Windows Now

Reservoir, VIC

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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR THE 2021 AGWA APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR AWARDS MELISSA BAKER National Industry Development Manager, Australian Glass & Window Association

or fourth year apprentice who can demonstrate a high level of capability in commercial fabrication or installation work.

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pprentices are the future of the glass and window industry. They play an integral role and make an enormous contribution to the businesses that employ them. By recognising the best apprentices at both a state and national level we, as an industry, let apprentices know we are looking for professional tradespeople and will recognise their excellence through these awards.

The Apprentice of the Year Awards will be judged at a state level and state winners will be announced in August, 2021. The State Apprentice of the Year winners will then go on to be judged at a national level by competing in a practical CAPSTONE showcase where the national award winner will be determined.

Nominations opened on 1 June and will close on 30 July, 2021. Nominees must have been enrolled in formal apprenticeship training between 1 June, 2020, and 31 August, 2021, and nominees must be employed by a financial AGWA member or be an Apprentice Glazier member of the AGWA. Categories for nomination are as follows: • RISING STAR This award is presented to an outstanding apprentice, in the first or second year of their apprenticeship, who consistently demonstrates quality workmanship. To be eligible for this award, the apprentice must have been 21 or younger when they commenced their apprenticeship.

• COMMERCIAL FABRICATOR / INSTALLER This award is presented to a third

This award is presented to a third or fourth year apprentice who can demonstrate a high level of capability in residential fabrication or installation work.

• GLASS PROCESSOR This award is presented to a third or fourth year apprentice who can demonstrate a high level of capability in glass processing work.

NOMINATION PROCESS Nominees must complete a nomination form (available from the AGWA website or associated RTOs) which requires: • A general work history of the nominee (18 marks).

• A portfolio of a project of work that the nominee has completed (22 marks).

• RTO endorsement of nominee (30 marks).

• Employer endorsement of nominee (30 marks).

Nominees will then be invited for a Zoom interview with the AGWA Apprentice Awards Panel where they will be asked a further six questions (60 marks). The highest scoring apprentice in each category will be the winner.

and must not have completed their apprenticeship prior to 1 June, 2020.

NATIONAL APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR Each State Apprentice of the Year winner goes on to compete in the CAPSTONE assessment for National Apprentice of the Year. In 2021, the CAPSTONE assessment will be held in Sydney with State Apprentice of the Year winners being flown to Sydney by AGWA to compete in the prestigious event. The National Apprentice of the Year will be awarded to the highest scoring apprentice in the assessment of practical and theoretical skills.

Nominate your apprentices now. Show them that you recognise the value they add to your business.

OVERALL AWARD CATEGORIES STATE APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR This award is presented to the highest scoring third or fourth year apprentice from the above Commercial, Residential or Processor categories. To be eligible for this award, the apprentice must have been 21 or younger when they commenced their apprenticeship

IMAGE: 2020 AGWA National Apprentice of the Year, Jye Kimpton (left), with Peter Den Boer at the Western Australia Golf Day. Photo supplied.

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FENESTRATION DIPLOMA™ GRADUATES 01

AGWA COURSE GRADUATES 9 March, 2021 Intermediate Fenestration, Web-delivery

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Geoffrey Girak (All Things Glass); Khalil Eid, Raelene Hammond, Vicki Hughes, Edgar Policarpio, Ashleigh Sands (Bradnam’s Windows & Doors); Shane Prasad (JELDWEN); Neville Lyness (NGA Windows); Jayna Gordon (Service on Security); Ryan Cumming (Windoor Joinery).

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17 March, 2021 AS 1288 Basics, Web-delivery Jake Hodgetts (Climateframe); Ethan Milikins, Craig Ritchie (Premium Glass).

27 April, 2021 Intermediate Fenestration, Web-delivery

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Dowell Windows recipients presented by John Leslie, AGWA Auditor: 01 Andrew Greenstreet 02 Natasha Harrison Bradnam’s Windows & Doors recipients: 03 Patrick Pittorino 04 Justin Medwin

05 Yuga Raj Adhikari, Western Plains Windows & Glass 06 Alex (left) & Tory Robinson, Portland Aluminium & Glass

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ongratulations to the recent recipients of the AGWA Fenestration Diploma™, Andrew Greenstreet and Natasha Harrison, Dowell Windows; Yuga Raj Adhikari, Western Plains Windows and Glass; Patrick Pittorino and Justin Medwin, Bradnam’s Windows and Doors; and Alex and Tory Robinson, Portland Aluminium and Glass.

The Fenestration Diploma™ program has been developed to provide a pathway for recognition of both knowledge and industry involvement of members, and provides training in all aspects of the fenestration industry.

To be eligible for the award of the Fenestration Diploma™, the applicant must hold an industry-relevant Certificate III or university qualification, or have worked full time (or part-time equivalent) for two years in the industry.

The training itself is based on a point system and the exam includes content and concepts from Australian Standards as well as training module content.

The exam must be undertaken within three months of the completion of the required training.

If you are looking for that something ‘extra’ to help you stand out from your colleagues, why not enrol?

For more information, visit agwa.com.au/FenestrationDiploma To register your interest, please contact AGWA on 02 9498 2768 or email training@agwa.com.au

Ace Wortley (Action Glass and Aluminium); Kiera North, Liz North (Add-Vantage Systems); Natasha Renouf (Alspec); Mike Stewart (AGWA Auditor); Brad Doody (Capral Aluminium); Maria Do (NGA Windows); Jake Dymock (Perth Window Replacement); Jacqui Wake (Stegbar Lansvale); Etty (Elisha) Ting (Summit Ceiling); Rhys Robertson (Superior Windows); Main Elshayib (Tech Aluminium).

19 May, 2021 AS 1288 Basics, Web-delivery Darren Civil, Clinton Greene, Karl Petit, Scott Riley (Aluflam Australia); Jenifer Holding, Matthew Siliwan (Stegbar).

20 May, 2021 AS 1288 Basics, Web-delivery Tong Lu (Alcon Windows); Tim Arkey, Jennifer Clarke, Peter San Martin, Clinton Sullivan (Aspect Windows); Jiayun Lee (Northern Trade Solutions); Alison Barton (Safety Glass Solutions); Mikaela Cieslik, Gemma Harrison, Nils Wagner, Riley Zealand (Stegbar); Caitlyn Shephard (Vivid Glass Mount Gambier).

26 May, 2021 AS 1288 Advanced, Web-delivery Travis Jack (AGG); Tong Lu (Alcon Windows Pty Ltd); Rhett Williams (Aluglaze Enterprises); Sean Clough, Anthony Stilltano (B&N Glass and Aluminium); Jiayun Lee (Northern Trade Solutions); Alison Barton (Safety Glass Solutions); Lawrence Coulson, Ales Primc (Tweed Coast Glass).

To register for any AGWA training courses, visit www.afti.edu.au

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n 4 May, Soft Tech announced that they’re enhancing the entire V6 user experience, making it much easier for customers and users to navigate, create, update, and view key information in their V6 software.

The launch included first releasing the updated V6 3.8 user interface to system houses and manufacturers for review and feedback in March 2021. This staged release allowed this group of users the time to understand the benefits of the new user interface, before passing this information on to fabricator network customers on 4 May, 2021.

New features include an enhanced Quote Item navigation, easy tab navigation resulting in an improved user experience, pop out tabs to allow display outside of the V6 window, and the capacity to view multiple quotes at one time. In addition to this, Soft Tech’s UX/UI team designed a new File Menu that replaces the Ribbon Bar for a more modern look and feel, and created new standardised icons for consistency.

“Looks good, fresh new look and more in line with a modern program,” says Steve Parkes, Sales Manager at Envirotech Façade Solutions (EFS).

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ooking for a superior hardware solution on your next project that requires DuPont Sentry Glass Plus (SGP) laminated glass or similar? It can be difficult to find a product that ticks the boxes of quality, availability, price and completed engineering. However, with Modern Frameless Glass Systems (MFGS) you get that and more.

With a knowledgeable and helpful sales team ready to assist, MFGS have you covered for that next project.

Their new range of SGP hardware, including dry glaze channel, spigots and Juliet balcony clamps, offers solutions for any application.

MFGS CHANNEL OPTIONS Features of the MFGS channel options include: • Suitable for SGP laminated glass up to 25.52 mm thick.

• Suitable for 12/15/19 mm toughened glass.

• Available in 5,800 mm lengths of 6063 Grade T6 Aluminium.

• A patented rotating pressure plate system providing up to 30 mm tilt adjustment.

For further information, visit www.softtech.com/v6-3-8

• Backward and forward tilt adjustment from the inside of the balustrade.

To request assistance with your V6 3.8 update, contact Soft Tech’s support team at support@softtech.com. Existing customers can contact their Soft Tech Account Manager directly.

• Available in Brushed Anodised or Mill (for powder coating).

• Choice of base fix, side fix and recess fix applications.

MFGS SPIGOT OPTIONS Features of the MFGS spigot options include: • Suitable for SGP laminated glass up to 17.52 mm thick.

• Suitable for 12/15 mm toughened glass.

• No holes in the glass, friction fit.

• By loosening or tightening the top and bottom grubscrews, you can level and align your panels.

• Choice of base fix, side fix and edge fix spigots.

• Available in Matt Black or Polished 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel finishes.

For further information, visit www.mfgs.com.au/sgp-glasshardware.html The sales team are also happy to help with any questions. Give them a call on 02 9522 3983.

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DORIC DN400 TWIN CHAINWINDER The Doric DN400 Twin Chainwinder continues to lead the way as the ultimate control system for large awning windows.

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roviding a solution to the growing requirement of oversized awning openings in new developments, this groundbreaking product sets the benchmark for ease of operation.

Ultimately, the DN400 is changing the way in which awning windows are specified.

Following in the footsteps of the industry-leading Doric DS1 Chainwinder, the DN400 Twin Chainwinder allows for smooth, easy operation, control and installation, all in a secure, key lockable configuration.

In the case of form meeting function, the outstanding operation of the DN400 is complemented by a stylish and easy to use slim fold-down lever design, which stores neatly into the body of the chainwinder when not in use.

Adaptability is also core to the design’s success, with it being ideal for both residential and commercial settings.

Advantages of the system include a stainless steel chain, which can be removed from the sash plate to aid in installation and cleaning before clipping back into position.

The diecast Zinc body of the DN400 can be ordered in powder coated satin black, pearl white or silver, while custom colours are also available upon request.

Like all Doric products, the system has been thoroughly tested to ensure long-lasting quality operation. This development program has seen the DN400 surpass Neutral Salt Spray testing in accordance with AS 2331.3.1.

At the same time, it has also been tested and surpassed over 5,000 pascals of negative pressure, making it ideal for high rise applications or use in locations subject to high winds.

While the DN400 does not have a weight or load rating, when it is used in conjunction with the Doric Heavy Duty Stainless Steel stays or any continuous hinge framing system, it will efficiently operate within a sash up to and beyond 100 kg of load.

Notably, the DN400 Twin Chainwinder can be specified pre-restricted in accordance with the NCC, meeting the requirements of the ‘Kid’s Don’t Fly’ initiative. This means that the window opening can be no larger than 12.5 cm, or the size of a child’s head, and resistant to a force of 250 newtons, or approximately 25 kg, all while being robust and childproof.

Restriction pins can be easily added via holes located underneath the assembly.

The DN400 can be specified keyed or non-keyed and features a push-button locking system.

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DORIC OMEGA DS5500 AWNING OPERATOR Doric, the innovators in window and door hardware, continue to move the goalposts for the competition with the introduction of the Omega Awning Operator.

The Omega is available in either keyed or non-keyed options and is compatible with the Doric DS125 and DS126 cylinders and multi-key wafer cylinders.

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Constructed with a polesium cover and base, its polycarbonate arm is completed with a SS 304 sash plate.

Finishing options for the unit includes moulded black and silver, with custom powder coating colours also available.

he unique design of the Omega DS5500 Awning Operator follows in the footsteps of other recent products from Doric, pushing the boundaries of existing mechanisms. With its pushbutton mechanism and ‘push and pull’ operation, the Omega decreases the effort and reduces the time required to control access by half.

The Omega is designed specifically to be adapted into residential settings, with options for a 90 mm or 150 mm arm length for different building applications.

Notably, the 90 mm arm length has been designed to provide a restricted opening, which complies with the NCC and ‘Kids Don’t Fly’ window restriction requirements.

Further enhancing security, the cylinder drives a hidden lock bar, which in turn locks off the push-button mechanism, making it tamper-proof to children.

The Omega has been thoroughly tested and certified, including 10,000 cycle operations, the ultimate tensile pull test, and a 10 kg shear load test.

Further details are available at doric.com.au

Introducing the new generation of post-temperable mirror effect coatings from SYP. EMERALD GREEN

AZURE BLUE

OLIVE GREY

CLASSIC GREY

CRYSTAL WHITE

PEARL COPPER

• These coatings are able to be heat processed, including curving and tempering as well as lamination.

This makes them an ideal solution anywhere safety mirror is required.

• With virtually no light transmission this product can be installed on walls without the need for back painting.

• Easier to process, with higher quality yield than previous types on the market.

• Available in Low Iron, Clear and a range of body tinted colours.

• Available in 5,6 and 8mm thicknesses in sizes up to 2440mm x 6000mm Contact Multiglass & Cladding for further information.

Phone: 0438 335 096 Email: info@multiglass.com.au SYP Coating Line

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THERMECO PRESENTS THE SAVIO OS HANDLE

THE ULTIMATE ANODISED FINISH

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hermeco is pleased to expand their unique hardware selection with the Savio OS handle. Sourced from Europe, the Savio OS handle allows for two opening functions, either as a casement or awning window.

Primarily, it replaces the sometimes cumbersome chain winder hardware used traditionally in awning windows, especially when they become oversized.

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The Savio OS handle is an outward opening solution which offers concealed multi-locking points that are activated in a single movement. These features ensure optimum weather sealing performance against the elements and enhanced security against unwanted intruders. It also allows for greater sash sizes in height and width for casement and awning windows without compromising on performance.

Having provided durable anodised finishes to the engineering industry for years, DECO capitalised on their anodising knowledge and expertise to create an equally high-quality series of finishes for the architectural market.

DecoUltra™ is offered both as a standard anodised finish, DecoUltra™ AD, and as a unique hard anodised finish, DecoUltra™ ZD. The first of its kind, DecoUltra™ ZD is the first hard anodised finish to be used in the architectural market, utilising special Zero Degree hard anodising technology to create an extremely durable aluminium oxide coating, previously only used for industrial machinery. This is ideal for harsh weather environments, where tough, longlasting corrosion protection is a must.

When used with select Thermeco frames, such as EC65TB and EC85TB, the set length of the operating arm ensures compliance with building regulations relating to windows located on first floors or above.

THE KEY FEATURES: • Up to 5-point locking.

• Practical and ergonomic handle.

• Allows you to open or close the window by controlling all accessories with a single movement.

• Seals super tight and handles high wind and water pressure.

• Slim and elegant design.

• High security.

The DecoUltra™ range provides the ultimate corrosion and abrasion resistance for windows and doors and are tested to a range of Australian and International Standards to ensure superior quality, appearance and longevity.

This means aluminium windows and doors will be able to withstand even the harshest of Australian outdoor conditions, while retaining a stunning aesthetic. Choose from DecoUltra™’s range of contemporary metallic colours to coordinate windows and doors with the building design.

DecoUltra™ is the finish that keeps on giving – dressing windows up with a cutting-edge contemporary sheen that will also keep them in top-notch condition for years to come – by the sea, in the sun or anywhere in between.

For more information, contact Thermeco on 03 9763 1089 or visit thermeco.com.au

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nodising is a staple finish for the window and door market, wowing manufacturers and buyers for over a century with its metallic lustre and ability to last in all manner of conditions. Thought there was no way to top this popular classic? The new DecoUltra™ anodised range from DECO Australia is breaking new ground for anodised finishes.

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SAFE ACCESS FOR ALL

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hether you want to build a new home or retrofit your existing home, external doors with an optional level threshold are an ideal solution to provide safe access for all, while also stopping drafts, noise and water infiltration.

AWARDS The ALUMAT zero-threshold, designed and patented in Germany, was the recipient of the 2020 German Design Award. The product has also received Passive House certification. In addition, this magnetic threshold has been recognised by the Internet platform ‘bfb – barrier free building’. bfb annually determines the best barrier-free building products and solutions that enable comfortable and safe life at any age. The ALUMAT magnetic threshold was selected as the ‘Product of the Year – 2021’ by an expert jury evaluation and reader vote.

HOW IT WORKS When the door is closed, two double seals with silicone contact in the threshold are automatically attracted to the two magnetic strips at the bottom of the door. The seals come up from the level threshold, meet the magnets, and seal the bottom of the door. When the door is opened, the magnetic field is broken and the seals drop back into the threshold, producing a level surface.

Enjoy peace of mind with a 20-year warranty on the magnetism of the threshold. Barrier-free accessibility means easy traffic movement between spaces with no risk of stumbling.

With ALUMAT barrier-free thresholds you can incorporate style, great design and modern technology, all while achieving energy efficiency and thermal insulation. The threshold is suitable for doors made from timber, aluminium or uPVC. ALUMAT thresholds are available in Australia by Siegware.

For more information, contact Siegware on 03 5368 1181 or visit siegware.com.au/swing-doors-timber

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NATA ACCREDITED COMPLIANCE TESTING

OmniTest is an Australian owned NATA accredited compliance testing company.

We offer a range a of testing services to meet Australian standards for impact, acoustic, wind and water penetration/structural, corrosion and security requirements.

Current testing services available for:

Testing services coming soon:

• AS4420.1 / AS2047 – Deflection, Operating Force, Air Infiltration, Water Penetration Resistance, Ultimate Limit State

• AS1170.2 – Impact Resistance • AS4284 – Testing of Building Facades (Water Penetration Resistance, Air Infiltration, Deflection, Ultimate Limit State)

• AS5039 / AS5041 – Dynamic Impact resistance, Pull out resistance, Resistance to attack using a probe, Resistance to lever forces (Jemmy)

• AS1191 / ISO 717.1 – Acoustic Performance

• AS5203 – Protection of Openable Windows

• AS2331.3.1 – Neutral Salt Spray

• AS5039/AS5041 – Knife Resistance • ASTM D5894 – Artificial Weathering/UV

For more information contact us on 1300 046 664 or visit omnitest.com.au OmniTest Pty Ltd | ABN 93 637 528 584 | Shed 3, 8–22 Jutland St, Loganlea QLD 4131

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Introducing Pure Cleaning Solutions for Industrial Applications For over 20 years Elegant IG has supplied the industry with world leading consumable products for the manufacturing of double glazed windows.

With the support of this we can now also supply a range of the best in industrial cleaning products from around the globe through Elegant Solutions.

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Visit elegantsolutions.net.au for our complete range of products or contact one of our team members on (02) 9473 6500 for all your industrial cleaning needs.

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NEWS HOW A CUSTOM APP ELEVATED THIS BUSINESS INTO EFFICIENCY HEAVEN

How a bespoke app transformed this business.

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lass Australia Pty Ltd is a wholesale company that specialises in the supply of flat glass products to customers across Australia and overseas. The 30-year-old family business operated on antiquated paper-based, manual systems with isolated processes across customer service, accounts and dispatch.

General Manager, Claire Weatherley says, “Our systems were primitive; we didn’t have an effective method to view all current orders or ascertain which stage of processing each order was at. Worse, the amount of time spent on repetitive, manual tasks was unsustainable. To stay ahead of the industry, our business administration had to evolve.”

The administrative functions of Glass Australia ran in multiple data silos with isolated processes that were paper-based and often required double handling of information. Stock management, invoicing, quoting and dispatch were all handled in independent programs.

Appica Founder, Daniel Smith explains, “As the company was starting out with a single business function, the challenge was to wholly understand the way the business worked and engineer a software solution for their immediate needs. But it was also vital that we understood how the system would need to integrate into the business once they were ready to scale.”

AFTER SEVERAL DEAD-ENDS, A SOLUTION THAT TICKED ALL THE BOXES Claire says her search for a solution kept leading to dead-ends: “I started researching off-the-shelf systems simply because I thought they’d have a proven system, high level expertise and the support to help us achieve our goals. But none could completely tackle the problems we needed to solve. And they came with a hefty price tag.”

“Then I was introduced to Daniel Smith at Appica, and his solution ticked all the boxes,” Claire adds.

The engagement started with several meetings with Glass Australia’s General Manager and Operations Manager for a deep dive into the business. The sessions allowed Appica to identify the organisation’s pain points, potential risks and define what a ‘home run’ would look like for the business. How the system would be introduced and managing change with employees was also raised early in the consultation.

“When Daniel showed us what the system could do, it was well beyond expectations. Before the new system, we would physically calculate invoices daily, which were then manually entered into MYOB. The new system removes the tedious tasks, significantly reduces room for error in calculations, and has created far greater efficiencies in many of our core functions,” says Claire.

EMPLOYEE BUY-IN WAS A BREEZE ONCE THEY SAW HOW IT WOULD MAKE THEIR JOB EASIER The app design, build and implementation spanned three months. At set milestones, the system was demonstrated to the Glass Australia team to get practical feedback on the app’s functionality and usability.

During the final stage, Glass Australia was given access to a test platform so employees could familiarise themselves with the system prior to handover. In final delivery, the system was pre-loaded with data ready for a complete switch over, allowing the team to hit the ground running.

REAL-TIME DATA SUPPORTS INFORMED PLANNING AND DECISION-MAKING Claire explains that the investment made into the system has paid off in spades. “When we started this journey, success meant improving efficiencies in our service delivery and streamline time-consuming processes. We also wanted to position ourselves as a progressive organisation to both external and internal stakeholders. The outcome is far greater; we’ve achieved all this plus generated cost savings across labour and consumables, and relieved a senior resource of mundane tasks who can now focus on big picture tasks to help grow the business.”

“Having the software implemented for 18 months now, we initially estimated the ROI to be two years. However, we were pleased to see a return earlier than anticipated. We’re now ready to scale the system across other parts of the business,” says Claire.

Claire’s favourite part of the solution? “The whole process was so much fun! But what I love most is the accuracy of the data, and how I can use it to make the business even better.”

For more information, visit www.appica.com.au

“Daniel undertook comprehensive work beforehand, showed us what was possible, and made any transformation look quite simple, really,” says Claire.

At the heart of the solution was the ability to track a job from start to finish. At any point, an employee could respond quickly to a customer enquiry as to the status of their order.

After the discovery stage, Appica designed a desktop app that centralised data entry including the creation of a master customer database. The app integrated with the existing MYOB so the accounting practices were unaffected. Product lines were also standardised into coded items, facilitating automatic calculations with that data fed directly into MYOB for seamless invoicing.

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COMPUSOFT TO ACQUIRE FIRST DEGREE SYSTEMS

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VIRIDIAN GLASS WELCOMES KATHY IATRIDIS

Compusoft to further expand presence in the window and door market with the acquisition of First Degree Systems (FDS)

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ompusoft are delighted to announce an agreement to acquire First Degree Systems (FDS). The acquisition of FDS, the leading UK provider of software solutions for the window and door industry, will add to the previous acquisition of Soft Tech and further expand their offering in this market.

The acquisition of FDS is aligned with Compusoft’s aim to become the most recommended visual CPQ solution-provider in the world, by providing innovative software that makes complex processes simple.

This further expansion into the window and door industry market will widen that offering, as well as expand their market coverage.

“The acquisition of FDS by Compusoft will usher us into a whole new era, complementing what has been built up over the last 30 years with the Window Designer range of software products”, says Karen Goule, FDS Operations Manager. “With the global experience Compusoft brings, FDS can look to expand to new markets previously untapped with a range of products that nestle in perfectly with the existing Compusoft portfolio. The team at FDS look forward to new horizons and the opportunities this will bring to all concerned, including our customers. An exciting new era in an already successful 30-year history.”

David Tombre, CEO, Compusoft Group commented, “We are delighted to be able to continue our expansion into the window and door sector with the acquisition of FDS. As the leader in the UK, FDS further establishes our position in this sector and provides us with new technology that we can add to the world-class software that we already offer through our Soft Tech products. We look forward to welcoming the FDS team into the Window and Door division of Compusoft and are excited about the future with them as part of the Group.”

Tyron Ball, Managing Director – Commercial, Soft Tech adds, “Pleased to be able to welcome the FDS team to the Compusoft Group. We are looking forward to working with you in the future to strengthen our collective global reach and share knowledge of the window and door industry.”

ABOUT FIRST DEGREE SYSTEMS FDS pride themselves in supplying world class software solutions to the fenestration industry. In business since 1991, FDS have developed a seamless integrated solution for producing windows, conservatories, curtain walling, glass and uPVC decking and fencing. Through strong customer relationships, FDS continue to develop innovative and userfriendly solutions, ensuring their customers have an advantage in today’s competitive fenestration marketplace.

For more information, visit www.first-degree-systems.com.

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iridian Glass is excited to introduce Kathy Iatridis as their Victorian Sales Manager.

Kathy will lead the Victorian sales function in Clayton working with the team to drive and support the specification, ordering and fulfilment of products for Viridian customers. Kathy will play a key role in finding opportunities to support customers with efficient access to Viridian Glass expertise and products to suit varying project requirements.

Kathy has worked in sales, product and consulting roles in the glass and window industry for over 20 years. She has a vast range of experience, knowledge and industry networks all fuelled by her passion for the evolving nature of the industry and its products.

“The industry is always changing, and there’s something new every day. There’s also a great group of people in the industry which makes it fun,” says Kathy.

Kathy strongly believes in being adaptable and ensuring customers’ unique business needs continue to be met in a rapidly changing building environment. This is strongly aligned to Viridian’s Why, which is to share passion for glass by servicing the glass needs of Viridian customers, and those they serve.

To explore the Viridian Glass range visit www.viridianglass.com or contact 1800 847 434.

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SMARTECH WIN SIGNIFICANT PROJECT IN ABU DHABI martech Door Systems has been awarded the project to supply numerous Smartech screens for the Sheikh Mohamed Bin Khalifa House restoration project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Smartech are a successful Melbourne based manufacturer of vertically moving windows and doors.

“We are very excited that our screens have been chosen to be a part of the restored Sheikh Mohamed Bin Khalifa House. They were designed as a customised solution for the style and functionality our client wanted to achieve. We always listen to the client’s wishes and try to find a perfect solution for them, but this is definitely a major project and we’re very proud to be involved,” says Anthony Cassar, Owner and Managing Director of Smartech.

The current owner of Sheikh Mohamed Bin Khalifa House is the Tourism and Culture Authority (TCA) Abu Dhabi. They decided to launch this ambitious project to restore the House in order to return this significant historic building to the local people and pass on its cultural heritage to future generations.

All Smartech products are designed and manufactured in Australia.

Smartech offer high-quality products, excellent consulting, service and technical know-how, as well as an uncompromising focus on design, safety and convenience.

Sheikh Mohamed Bin Khalifa HousE | ABU DHABI

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For further information about any Smartech products, please visit www.smartechdoorsystems.com.au or contact their Sales Department on 03 9747 9233. Alternatively, send an email to sales@smartechdoorsystems.com.au

Find out if you could save thousands on your energy bills AGWA has partnered with business energy experts Make it Cheaper to find our members competitive energy rates.

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WELCOME INGRID PAGURA TO THE AGWA TEAM

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GWA takes this opportunity to introduce Ingrid Pagura, who recently joined the AGWA Training team as Industry Administration Coordinator. Ingrid has lots of training experience in WHS and safety, and even worked with the ABCB for a few years.

1. What is the most rewarding part of your job?

2. What are your all-time favourite movies?

The most rewarding part of my job so far is being able to see how the AGWA really helps its members and the role it plays in making the industry a safer place to work. My small role in enrolling people in courses and issuing certificates of completion helps ensure that these outcomes are met.

The second rewarding part of my role is working with such friendly and helpful people, who have made my short time here so far much easier.

I have a few. My overall favourite, which I have watched many times, is The Godfather (Part 1). I love it because of the rich story and great actors and its influence on everything that came after it, including some of the lines (‘It’s not personal, it’s just business’). Any rom com, especially British ones, will get me as well. How many times have I watched Love Actually? Every Christmas.

3. What are your favourite travel destinations?

Mission Beach in Far North Queensland. I had friends

IMAGE: Melissa Baker (left), AGWA National Industry Development Manager, and Ingrid Pagura (right), AGWA Industry Administration Coordinator.

who lived up there so I have spent quite a bit of time in the area. I love the ocean, how clean and salty it is. I love the red earth and all the sugar cane. It always looks different at different times of the year.

My favourite international destination is Italy. I love all the history and art but also the great coffee, which is so cheap, and the lovely food. Most of my favourite places are because I have a happy memory or because my roots are there. My parents both migrated to Australia in the 1950s from north east Italy, so it was nice to see where they grew up

and to put a picture to the places they talked about.

4. Do you have any hidden talents?

I am not sure if this is a talent, but I have a really good memory for trashy television shows and figuring out soapy plotlines very quickly. I also have a good memory for trashy 70s and 80s songs. I am not sure how this has helped me, but I can be useful on a trivia team.

5. What is your favourite quote or life motto?

‘That which does not kill you makes you stronger.’

Lincoln Sentry and HEXFIX® are registered trade marks of Lincoln Sentry Group Pty Ltd. † Not recommended for structural glazing applications, aquariums, full water immersion, polycarbonate sheeting, in contact with bitumen based materials (eg coatings or adhesives), where the sealant needs topcoating with paint, or in contact with food or drinking water. *Actual product colour may vary from colour shown.

We have you covered with HEXFIX® Extending our already popular HEXFIX® sealant range, Lincoln Sentry is excited to announce the launch of new colours in our TR-58 and TR-68 silicone ranges. Suppliers of quality sealants for more than 10 years, Lincoln Sentry has got you covered.

For more information, contact the Lincoln Sentry National Customer Service Centre or visit our online store.

Visit lincolnsentry.com.au or call 1300 551 919 @lincolnsentry

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Elegant Hinged Door Locking Introducing the NEW hinged door lock range from Halliday & Baillie.

Carefully integrated into the Alspec systems, the HB8813 product range is available in various lever designs, finishes and back-sets that are sure to compliment any application.

This high quality range of door hardware delivers form and function without sacrificing aesthetics.

Please contact your local Alspec Area Manager for more information.

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AGWA SOCIALS

3 Oceans Building Materials

Burswood, WA

A1 Screens & Maintenance

Campbellfield, VIC

Aluflam Australia (Greene Fire Manufacturing)

Dandenong South, VIC

Capital Glass & Aluminium

Bentley Park, QLD

Cutting Edge Glass Solutions

Bringelly, NSW

CVD Commercial Glass & Aluminium Windows

St Marys East, NSW

Lumi Windows

Lidcombe, NSW

Platinum Windows & Doors

Melton, VIC

Shenzhen AMJ Technology

Guangdong, China

SPIL Software

Scoresby, VIC

Trenda Window and Door

Punchbowl, NSW

Trinity Windows

Moorebank, NSW

Ultraframe Windows and Doors

Matraville, NSW

Linkedin Australian Glass & Window Association YouTube Australian Glass and Window Association Instagram #AGWA_limited instagram.com/agwa_limited Facebook Page: facebook.com/agwa.limited Group: AGWA Members Community facebook.com/groups/614275732495267 PLEASE NOTE: Member information and calendar dates are correct at time of printing. Visit agwa.com.au for the latest updates and information.

Training: AS 1288 Introduction

Campbell Town, Tasmania

1 July

Training: AS 1288 Advanced

Campbell Town, Tasmania

6-7 July

Training: Intermediate Fenestration

Campbell Town, Tasmania

13 July

Training: Intermediate Fenestration

Web-delivery, 5 sessions

29 July

Training: AS 1288 Standard Update

Web-delivery, 1 session

30 July

AGWA Awards Entries Close: Design Awards, Industry Awards & Apprentice Awards

10 August

Training: AS 1288 Standard Update

Web-delivery, 1 session

18 August

Training: AS 1288 Introduction

Web-delivery, 1 session

19 August

Training: AS 1288 Standard Update

Web-delivery, 1 session

31 August

Training: AS 1288 Advanced

Web-delivery, 1 session

1 September

Training: AS 1288 Standard Update

Web-delivery, 1 session

20-21 October

Glass Performance Days

Tampere, Finland

16-18 November

Glasstech Asia

Bangkok, Thailand

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Adrian Koch, Rising Sun Photography, risingsunphotographysydney.com

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Viking Security Screens

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Safety’s a Breeze Viking Security Screens. Security screens provide airflow for a Queensland early learning centre.

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Standards are Changing An update from the NSSA Technical Committee.

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Scorpio Screens & Blinds Q&A with Dyson Wood.

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Guardian Screens & Shutters

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NSSA Welcomes Our new members.

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PROUD PARTNERS & CONTRIBUTORS TO THE NSSA DEVELOPMENT FUND

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CASE STUDY

SAFETY’S A BREEZE Security screens provide airflow for a Queensland early learning centre.

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Prowler Proof Protec as it fit all of the Centre’s requirements with the added benefit of security.

The Centre was looking for a solution that would provide airflow into rooms for staff and children, and easier access between the rooms. Durability, value for money, and a quick and easy process were also important considerations.

One of the benefits of Protec, over traditional diamond grille, is that Protec mesh provides no footholds, so children cannot climb up it, for added safety.

parrow Early Learning Centre is located in Ormeau, Queensland, and is dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education and care. One of their values is ‘Health and Safety’, with the centre dedicated to ‘providing a safe and nurturing environment, that is well maintained and cared for, with qualified staff and educators as well as compliant indoor and outdoor environments.’

The Centre likes to work with local businesses and following recommendations, the Centre chose Viking Security Screens.

Viking Security Screens 14/18 Blanck Street Ormeau, Queensland 4208 07 5609 2880 vikingsecurityscreens.com.au BUILTVIEW

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Chris Fieldhouse, owner of Viking Security Screens, visited the Centre to provide a quote. Chris recommended

The new, improved Protec security screen products, released in 2020, provide excellent airflow with an open area of 40 per cent. The screens also provide excellent visibility for centre staff, allowing them to keep a close eye on everyone both inside and outside, and for parents to spot their children at pick up time.

The project included fitting 31 security doors and 24 security windows to the Centre. All products were custom made to size, and all handles were positioned at 1,300 mm high, out of reach of little hands but still accessible for Centre staff and parents.

SCREENS

PROJECT NAME

Sparrow Early Learning Centre

SYSTEM

Prowler Proof

PRODUCTS

Protec Security Sliding Doors and Window Screens

DEALER

Viking Security Screens

CASE STUDY: VIKING SECURITY SCREENS

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NATIONAL

2019 Best Installation Residential Winner CSI: Chalmers Security Installations, Queensland

2019 Best Installation Commercial Winner Stan Bond SA, South Australia

2018 Best Installation Residential Winner Guardian Screens & Shutters, Queensland

2018 Best Installation Commercial Winner Amplimesh Security Screens, Western Australia

Celebrate your achievements by entering the 2021 National Security Screen Association Design Awards.

The NSSA National Design Awards recognises and celebrates excellence in the security screen industry.

The Design Awards aim to increase the level of interest in security screens and security screen products by raising awareness and the profile of the security screen industry and NSSA Members on a national level, whilst executing a professional showcase for security screens and security screen products.

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Best Installation - Commercial

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Best Installation - Residential

For more information and nomination form visit: nssa.org.au/DesignAwards

Applications close: FRIDAY, 30 July 2021

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STANDARDS ARE CHANGING An update from the NSSA Technical Committee.

JACK RYAN Technical Committee Chair & NSSA Board Member Business Development, Dowell Windows

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he Australian Standards that set out the requirements for our industry’s product fabrication, testing and installation, AS 5039, AS 5040 and AS 5041, will change and the process is underway. This change is pivotal and will shape the future of our industry, and I invite NSSA members to participate on the journey.

The building industry and consumers rely on Australian Standards to be current, meaningful, and ultimately to have creditability. Our industry relies on these Australian Standards as integrity pillars for our products and the NSSA wants this to continue.

IMAGE: Jack Ryan, NSSA Technical Committee Chair, presenting at an NSSA Industry Forum.

YOUR NSSA REPRESENTATIVES ON STANDARDS AUSTRALIA COMMITTEE CS-023

On behalf of our members, the NSSA advocates that these Standards maintain relevancy as our product enters new building markets and product configurations.

The NSSA has formed an industry delegation set with the task of reviewing the security screen Standards and putting forward future best practices, supported by the NSSA Technical Committee.

The NSSA representatives working with Standards Australia hold two seats on Committee CS-023, the committee tasked with reviewing AS 5039, AS 5040 and AS 5041. They are Shane Smith, CS-023 Committee Chair, and Tarek Mostafa.

The project will run over the next three to four years with a myriad of industry consultation and feedback required.

If you are a security screen installer, fabricator or systems supplier, now presents a great opportunity to ensure you are at the forefront of communication for security Standard changes.

Being an NSSA member allows you to have a voice with opportunities for consultation and to propose meaningful changes. There is no bigger change happening in our industry than this!

The NSSA looks forward to contributing to and supporting the Australian Standards project committee.

Being an NSSA Member allows you to have a voice with opportunities for consultation.

SHANE SMITH Product Development Manager, Prowler Proof

TAREK MOSTAFA Product Manager, ASSA ABLOY

Shane has worked across the aluminium and window and door industries (Lincoln Sentry, Centor, Bradnam’s) most of his working career. His roles have been technical and product related, including product design, specification, testing, and materials sourcing. Shane is currently the Product Design Manager at Prowler Proof and a member of the NSSA Technical Committee.

Tarek has five years experience in security screens in product management, with a prior background of engineering and management across the automotive and aerospace industries. Five-six years’ of Tarek’s engineering background was in validation, quality, and standards and certification – making for a strong influence in his approach to product management.

What are you most looking forward to working with Committee CS-023?

What are you most looking forward to working with Committee CS-023?

I look forward to understanding the process in how to change the Standards. I also want to ensure any changes reflect a positive industry and homeowner outcome.

The security screen industry has advanced significantly since the last time many of the Standards were written, and this is a great opportunity to update the Standards to reflect a much greater industry with a large variety of products.

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Stainless Steel Mesh Security System The ScreenGuard Stainless Steel Mesh System for windows and doors is designed to offer maximum security, visibility and style.

ScreenGuard aluminium frames are made of T6 extruded aluminium with 316 marine grade stainless steel mesh that provides strength, protection and quality. ScreenGuard’s patented security screen system, meets and exceeds Australian standard AS5039-2008.

Key Features & BENEFITS

10 YEAR WARRANTY

Australian designed & engineered Easy to fabricate & install Now available with Nylon Corner Stakes Meets and exceeds AS5039-2008 High quality 316 marine grade stainless steel mesh Bushfire rated

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E-JAMB (Elite Jamb Adaptor Multiapplication Build-out) designed in partnership with Capral & ELITE is a one-piece extrusion incorporating a box section with door rebate and requires no external fixings.

E-JAMB will allow the installation of hinged doors to situations where the following may exist: Protruding main door handle, or missing or incorrect sized rebate, or out of square measurements.

So, don’t get jammed with jambs, if you would like to know more about E-JAMB, contact: Russell Vincent Mobile: 0438 317 969 Email: russell.vincent@elitessd.com.au

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BUSINESS SNAPSHOT

SCORPIO SCREENS & BLINDS NSSA Board Member Dyson Wood from Scorpio Screens & Blinds joins BuiltView for our winter Q&A.

BV How did your company begin?

DW Scorpio Screens was founded in 1980 by Cameron and Glenis Wood. Starting out as a one-man company that grew to larger factories in Ashmore then Nerang, the company now resides in a purpose built factory at Arundel on the Gold Coast. In 2012, the name was changed to Scorpio Screens & Blinds to incorporate the window furnishing side of the business.

To this day, Cameron and Glenis are still involved in the company along with their sons, Dyson and Joshua. I have been with the family business since 1998. I am currently the General Manager and sit on the NSSA Board of Directors. Joshua has been involved since 1996 and currently oversees Installation and our Builders Supply Division.

BV Tell us about your business.

DW We manufacture the premium ‘Ultra Stainless’ security system in our purpose built facility that supplies the retail, builder and wholesale sectors across south-east Queensland.

BV Tell us about your team and culture.

DW We employ over 40 staff, consisting of a road team of 13 reps and installers, 13 internal office staff and over 15 in the factory. We recently employed a new Sales and Marketing Manager to ensure the strategic growth of the business as we continue to expand and take on new challenges.

The Scorpio culture is a major focus of the business to ensure that all our employees are engaged, safe and enjoy working as part of the family.

BV Tell us about contributing factors to Scorpio’s growth and development over the years.

DW The growth of the business has been very organic over the years following the construction boom in south-east Queensland, by always being ready to capitalise on

any opportunity or change in the market. By having good systems and processes, along with a quality trained team, it makes it much easier to take on new projects and opportunities.

BV What has been your biggest challenge in the industry?

DW Staffing would be hands down the biggest challenge as our industry does not have a clear pathway for staff to become accredited.

This is changing with the NSSA’s work on the Certificate III in Blinds, Awnings, Security Screens and Grilles (R5), and we eagerly look forward to the next phase in our industry that offers valuable training opportunities.

BV What are you most proud of?

DW I am most proud of the time our business has been around and the growth it has achieved – from my father leaving a great job at a window company to start a flyscreen business to the organisation it is today. It blows my mind.

BV What do you love about the industry?

DW I was basically born into the industry. I love being able to help protect family homes with great security products and, in more recent years, being able to offer a complete package to clients with the addition of window furnishings to our business. As we are often the last trade to complete work when people are building their dream home, it is great to see the smile on their face when the finishing touches are completed.

BV What does it mean to be a member of the NSSA? DW Being a member of the NSSA is a way to help give our industry a voice to government and other organisations. By combining the knowledge and years of experience around the country, it is great to see action and change from within the NSSA. This would not be possible otherwise. We strive for our industry to be heard by being an NSSA member and through our collective voice, we can help drive the security screen industry to be recognised as part of the Building Code of Australia.

BV Why did you put your hand up to be Board Director of the NSSA? DW I wanted to put my hand up to help my fellow industry representatives by tabling the issues we face locally and to lift the industry nationally, so the consumer experience is more professional.

BV If you had one piece of advice for someone just starting out in the security screen industry, what would it be?

DW Become a member of the NSSA and be a sponge, try to absorb as much information about the industry from other members as possible.

The resources that the NSSA can provide new members is invaluable when entering the industry.

BV What does the future hold for Scorpio Screens & Blinds?

DW We are excited for the future with recent changes in our upper management team bringing on three new staff with over 60 years combined industry experience to help drive our business into the future.

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UNIQUE JOB GUARDIAN SCREENS & SHUTTERS

DIRECTORY NSSA WELCOMES Adjusta-Fit Doors + Screens

Hallam, VIC

Advanced Metal Industries Australia

Sapphire Beach, NSW

Capital Glass and Aluminium

Bentley Park, QLD

Mystyle Shutters Jimboomba

South MacLean, QLD

Western Screens Blinds & Awnings

Maddingly, VIC

NSSA MEMBERS COMMUNITY FACEBOOK GROUP – FOR MEMBERS ONLY Standards are changing. Do you want to know what is happening and have a voice with opportunities to be involved in the consultation process?

The NSSA Members Community is active and your direct link to the NSSA and committees (including CS-023).

Join the NSSA Members Community now and have your say: facebook.com/groups/2617552371902424

NSSA SOCIALS Linkedin National Security Screen Association YouTube National Security Screen Association

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hat a great way to secure your working garage!

Guardian Screens and Shutters enclosed this double car garage with a custom-built tracking system and Crimsafe sliding stacking doors.

With an enormous width of 1.7 m per panel, both the working doors can be slid open to allow a car to use one half of the space when required. More importantly, the client can feel safe and secure leaving the garage door open whilst working out in the home gym and still enjoying a breeze.

MEMBER

Blair Collins

LOCATION

Kingston, Queensland

FABRICATOR

Guardian Screens & Shutters

SYSTEM

Crimsafe™

PRODUCT

Crimsafe™ Sliding Stacking Doors

For more information, call 07 3041 4806 or visit www.guardianscreens.com.au

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JOIN THE NSSA Being part of the NSSA gives you and your staff an extensive range of benefits.

To find out more, visit our new website, nssa.org.au, or contact the NSSA on 02 9160 4737 or info@nssa.org.au

The Omega Awning Operator is another advanced solution from Doric to meet the growing trend of awning windows and push the boundaries of existing mechanisms.

Featuring a Push & Pull operation, the Omega improves access control by halving the time to open or close your awning windows.

Designed specifically to be easily installed for residential windows, the Omega is available in two arm lengths that complies with the ‘Kids Don’t Fly’ requirements.

PUSH BUTTON MECHANISM Improves functionality to open or close an awning window.

‘KIDS CAN’T FLY’ COMPLIANT with restricted opening arm length option.

KEYED & NON-KEYED Available in either keyed or non-keyed options.

Find out more: doric.com.au/omega AUSTRALIA’S BEST & BIGGEST RANGE OF WINDOW AND DOOR HARDWARE

For sales & information: sales@doric.com.au 1300 132 389 www.doric.com.au

Switch Realign without reinstalling

Load capacity of up to 40kg per roller

Quick and easy installation 8.20mm height adjustment range

32mm wheel size

www.anthonyinnovations.com To discuss your requirements contact us on: Ph: +61 3 9460 1166 or E: sales@anthonygroup.net KWIKfitTM is a registered trademark of Anthony Innovations Pty Ltd

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