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FORTX™ High-Performance Façade System
Description

FORTX™ is Pro Clima’s next-generation solution for high-performance building façade systems, designed to simplify weathertight design while delivering long-term durability. Developed for the realities of construction in New Zealand, FORTX™ systems combine advanced weather-resistive barriers, connection detailing, and proven installation methods to create reliable construction façade systems. Compatible with a wide range of cladding types and façade assemblies, the system gives architects, façade engineers, and builders the flexibility to design high-performing envelopes with confidence.

pro clima's new FORTX™ system provides outstanding weathertightness, vapour control, and long-term durability, and is compatible with all cladding types and cladding support systems. Tested with pro clima’s market-leading ADHERO® WRBs, this systems can be used over any rigid board with optional continuous external ROCKWOOL™ Rainscreen™ insulation. The FORTX™ system works perfectly with applications ranging from low-rise buildings to mid- and high-rise constructions across all building classes.

At the heart of these systems is a commitment to ensuring every building in New Zealand is healthy, durable, and energy efficient. By combining innovative solutions with a focus on long-term performance — not just protecting structure, but creating healthier, resilient, sustainable environments for future generations.

Key Features
  • AS/NZS 4284 tested without cladding to comply with E2/VM1. Weathertight for all cladding types.

Summary of results achieved during testing:

  • Serviceability Limit State (SLS): 3.5 kPa
  • Ultimate Limit State (ULS): 5.5 kPa
  • Seismic Deflection Performance: ±20 mm (SLS) and ±75 mm (ULS)
  • Air Leakage: <0.1L/s/m²
LBC Declare Red List Free
LBC Declare Red List Free
Recyclable Content (Post-Consumer)
Post-Consumer Recyclable Content
Scope of Use

The pro clima FORTX™ system is a weathertight façade solution suitable for use with any cladding type and any class of building. It comprises SOLITEX EXTASANA ADHERO® or SOLITEX® ADHERO FC combined with TESCON EXTOSEAL®, TESCON® NAIDECK, TESCON® NAIDECK Patch, and TFLEX flexible control joint material.

Limitations on Use
  • Claddings must not have open joints that expose the WRB to UV light, unless the joints have back flashings
Statement of Building Code Compliance
  • B1 Structure: B1.2 — Buildings, building elements, and site work shall withstand the combination of loads that they are likely to experience during construction or alteration and throughout their lives. Relevant sections: B1.3.2 and B 1.3.3 a), b), f), h), m)
  • B2 Durability: B2.2 — Building materials, components, and construction methods shall be sufficiently durable to ensure that the building, without reconstruction or major renovation, satisfies the other functional requirements of this code throughout the life of the building. Relevant sections: B2.3.1 a), b), c) and B2.3.2 a), b)
  • C3 Fire: C3.2 — Buildings with a building height greater than 10 m where upper floors contain sleeping uses or other property must be designed and constructed so that there is a low probability of external vertical fire spread to upper floors in the building. Relevant sections: C3.5 and C3.7
  • E2 External Moisture: E2.2 — Buildings must be constructed to provide adequate resistance to penetration by, and the accumulation of, moisture from the outside. Relevant sections: E2.3.2, E2.3.5, E2.3.6, E2.3.7
  • E3 Internal Moisture: E3.2 — Buildings must be constructed to avoid the likelihood of
    • a) fungal growth or the accumulation of contaminants on linings and other building elements; and
    • b) free water overflow penetrating to an adjoining household unit; and
    • c) damage to building elements caused by the presence of moisture. Relevant sections: E3.3.1
  • H1 Energy Efficiency: H1.2 — Buildings must be constructed to achieve an adequate degree of energy efficiency when that energy is used for
    • a) modifying temperature, modifying humidity, providing ventilation, or doing all or any of those things (does not apply to assembly service buildings, industrial buildings, outbuildings, or ancillary buildings);
    • or b) providing hot water to and from sanitary fixtures or sanitary appliances, or both;
    • or c) providing artificial lighting (applies only to commercial buildings and communal non-residential buildings whose floor area is greater than 300m²) **H1 is reviewed in consideration of the external envelope. Relevant sections: H1.3.1 and H1.3.3

Refer to Oculus Engineering Judgment for the Pro Clima FORTX system for more information (Available on request from the Pro Clima NZ website)

Other Performance Attributes
  • Ultimate weatherproofing: pro clima‘s ADHERO® WRBs resist wind-driven rain and pressure-induced water ingress.
  • High wind stability: Provides a flat, fully supported and adhered WRB, ensuring consistent performance and long-term durability.
  • Accommodates building movement: TEEE based ADHERO® WRBs allow bridging of small gaps and TFLEX flexible control joint material suitable for seismic movement joints and inter-storey transitions.
  • Enhanced condensation control: Available with both Class 3 and Class 4 Vapour permeable Weather Resistive Barriers and INTELLO® PLUS.
BRANZ Appraised
BRANZ Appraised
EPD
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
Other Independent Assessment
Other Independent Assessment
Test Results
Test Results
Documents
Third Party Engineering Judgement (FORTX™ system) — Request Form
Construction Details - Commercial Facade (FORTX™ MELIOR System)
Construction Details: Commercial Facade (FORTX™ Systems)
Pro Clima work sections on Masterspec
Pro Clima work sections on Masterspec
SOLITEX® ADHERO FC & SOLITEX EXTASANA ADHERO® Wall Application Guide
SOLITEX® ADHERO FC & SOLITEX EXTASANA ADHERO® Wall Application Guide
FORTX™ Systems Technical Brochure

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