wall thickness by up to 27 per cent compared to block. Installed and unbattened, Ritek walls also create an opportunity for additional floor space with the same building footprint. In addition, the sanded surface is ready for direct setting by finishing trades to a level four finish, removing the cost and time to batten out and plaster line walls. To minimise traffic disruption in high traffic areas, wall panels can be delivered on small trucks and lifted into place using a Manitou or small crane. Panels are custom-made for the build project and ready to be installed for rapid concrete pour.
HIGH PERFORMANCE PERMANENT FORMWORK With non-rusting aluminium internal components, Ritek walls are the ideal solution for build projects in coastal areas with a need for withstanding harsher climate conditions. Ritek Wall Systems offers a 25 year warranty, including in coastal areas, and the system has been successfully installed in coastal areas for the last seven years. Ritek® XL Wall and Ritek® XL Thermal Wall, also complies with the BCA 2016 Volume One: Spread of fire, Fire-resisting construction, Fire separation and Protection. The Ritek XL wall has also been tested by CSIRO, Materials Science and Engineering to AS 1530.4:2005 - Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures. Ritek walls can be used as columns, blade and shear walls, stair and lift shafts. With an impact resistant durable fibre cement surface, it is perfect for high traffic areas with high occupancy and activity levels, such as multi-residential, social housing, hotels and aged care. For peace of mind, James Hardie Systems provides its customers with support for every project. “Our goal is to enhance our customer experience,” says Mr Terzian. “So we provide a committed technical services team, in-house drafting and scheduling services, on-site project co-ordination assistance and a dependable customer service and sales support team.” For further information, please visit: www.jhsritek.com.au
Ritek XL Wall System.
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