KLC Generation 2 H3.2 Exterior Cladding Systems are designed for use as cladding and finishing systems for residential and small commercial buildings that fall within the scope of NZS3604:2011 Timber-framed buildings.

Acceptable Solutions E2/AS1. Buildings that have a weathertightness risk score of more than 6 as assessed in E2/ AS1 section 3 will require a drained and ventilated cavity.

Including:

• NZS 3602:2003 Timber Wood Based Products
• AS/5068 Finger Joints in Structural Products
• AS/5069 Finger Joints in Non-Structural Products
• NZS 1328.1:1998 Glued Laminated Structural Timber

Meets and Exceeds:

• NZS 3640:2003 Preservation of timber and wood-based products

The KLC Generation 2 H3.2 timber weatherboard and product ranges can be safely used for interior lining due to the low VOC emissions certified by the certifications GGT, GGT Product Health Declaration and GREENGUARD.

• The KLC Generation 2 Vertical Shiplap Weatherboard and Fascia shall be installed or supervised by a Licensed Building Practitioner in accordance with Vertical Shiplap Weatherboard Installation Guide (V1, 1 March 2018)
• Vertical Shiplap profiles certified for risk score 0–6 in a direct fix situation and for risk score 7–20 over a cavity situation when evaluated using the E2/AS1 risk matrix
• The products must be painted using a light colour (above the recommended 45LRV) and maintained as per the Vertical Shiplap Weatherboard Installation Guide

If designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with the technical literature and with the stated scope and limitations, KLC Generation 2 Vertical Shiplap Timber Weatherboard System will meet or contribute to meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:

• Structure: B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3 (a), (c), (f), (h), (j); B1.3.4
• Durability: B2.3.1 (b), B2.3.2
• External Moisture: E2.3.2, E2.3.5, E2.3.7
• Hazardous Building Materials: F2.3.1

• Reduced corrosivity when compared to other alternative treatments, allowing the use of corrosion-resistant fasteners including hot-dipped galvanised, stainless steel or other approved fasteners to meet building code requirements, as well as use in direct contact with aluminium product
• Formaldehyde-free and low volatile organic compounds used in the treating and gluing manufacturing process. No odour

MicroPro

The pine substrate in KLC Generation 2 H3.2 products treated to H3.2, using the revolutionary wood treatment technology called MicroPro:

• MicroPro Micronised Copper Azole (MCA) preservative system protects wood products from insects, termites and fungal decay and is manufactured by Koppers Performance Chemicals
• The preservative contains a mixture of micronised copper carbonate (copper) and tebuconazole (azole)
• The MicroPro treatment system is a water-borne, copper-based biocide preservative system with four Environmental Certifications
• Global Green Tag LvlA confirmed for Green Building compliance
• EPP (Environmentally Preferable Product) certified
• GREENGUARD Children and Schools’ Certification (low VOC emission, suitable for interior use)
• GreenTag Product Health Declaration, safe for human health

MicroPro Technology