Designed for durability in challenging locations

Kingspan’s KS1000RW panel is engineered to perform in the most demanding conditions — from cyclonic wind zones and heavy snow, while the internal lining is designed to suit high-humidity and controlled-environment applications. Together, these features ensure long-term resistance to moisture, salt spray, and harsh weather.

This adaptability makes the KS1000RW an ideal choice for projects like the Remarkables Ski Field base building and Wakatipu High School, where structural integrity, thermal performance, and moisture control are non-negotiable.

Beetham Hut, located in the remote, alpine terrain of New Zealand’s Southern Alps, is another standout example. Exposed to extreme wind, snow, and temperature drops, the hut required a building envelope capable of withstanding constant environmental stress while offering thermal efficiency and safety for climbers and researchers. Kingspan’s insulated panels provided the perfect solution — lightweight for helicopter delivery, quick to install in tight weather windows, and robust enough for long-term alpine resilience.

Compliance with NZ Building Code

The KS1000RW panel holds CodeMark certification (CM20104), verifying compliance with the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) across key clauses including structure (B1), durability (B2), fire performance (C3), external and internal moisture control (E2, E3), and energy efficiency (H1). It also meets NZBC Acceptable Solutions for external radiation and interior surface finish requirements, including a Group 2S fire classification and FM approval (40, 60, 70, 100 and 120mm thicknesses only) for wall and roof systems.

Fast, safe, and sustainable

Installation speed and reduced site risk are vital in unpredictable weather conditions. Kingspan panels are factory-finished and quick to install, reducing weather-related delays and ensuring weathertightness sooner. Manufactured in Australia using 100% renewable electricity and with GreenTag Level A certification, Kingspan panels also support sustainability targets.

For projects in New Zealand’s toughest environments, Kingspan’s insulated panels offer a single-system solution — designed to protect, perform, and last.