• The EQUITONE Facade System consists of EQUITONE Facade panels in numerous profiles/finishes, fixed to either timber battens or metal support frame with face or hidden fixings using EQUITONE proprietary or recommended fasteners, flashing and profiles. The EQUITONE Facade System may be installed with either a flexible (pliable) or rigid weather barrier.
• The EQUITONE Facade System may be used as an external wall cladding and/or as an internal wall lining for all buildings within the scope of limitations. Structural analysis report for non-cyclonic, cyclonic wind pressure span tables for exterior walls
• EQUITONE [inspira] tested in accordance to ISO5660.1-2015 Reaction to Fire Test (Cone Calorimeter Method). Also tested in accordance ISO5660.1 — 2015 Fire Group Number Assessment, achieved a Group 1s rating
• Installed in all Exposure Zones (except for microclimates) as defined in NZS 3604:2011 paragraph 4.2.4, provided all fasteners and fixings are in accordance with section 4 of NZS 3604:2011. Aluminium window and door joinery must meet the requirements of NZS 4211:2008 including Amendment 1 installed with suitable vertical jambs and horizontal heads and sills flashings.

• Installed in all Exposure Zones (except for microclimates) as defined in NZS 3604:2011 paragraph 4.2.4, provided all fasteners and fixings are in accordance with section 4 of NZS 3604:2011.
• Aluminium window and door joinery must meet the requirements of NZS 4211:2008 including Amendment 1 installed with suitable vertical jambs and horizontal heads and sills flashings.

• Structure — B1: B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.4, for the relevant conditions B1.3.3 (a, h, j, q) Structural analysis report for non-cyclonic, cyclonic wind pressure span tables for exterior walls, soffits. Seismic tested in accordance with AS/NZS4284:2008 BRANZ EM7
• Durability — B2: Clause B2.3.1 (b), When installed and maintained in accordance with the specifications and installation instructions as defined in the Technical Literature, the EQUITONE [inspira] has an expected serviceable life of greater than 15 years. The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) document indicates that the EQUITONE cladding to have a estimate service life of 50 years.
• Fire Performance — C3: Clause C3.4(a), C3.5 & C3.7 (a) EQUITONE [inspira] tested in accordance to ISO5660.1-2015 Reaction to Fire Test (Cone Calorimeter Method), EQUITONE [inspira] Tested in accordance ISO5660.1 - 2015 Fire Group Number Assessment, achieved a Group 1s rating
• External Moisture — E2: Clause E2.3.2, E2.3.5 & E2.3.7 — EQUITONE [inspira] external wall assemblies and their abilities have been independently assessed to fulfil the requirements of the New Zealand Building Code Clause E2 External Moisture. 
• Hazardous Building Materials — F2: Clause F2.3.1: The EQUITONE [inspira] meets this requirement and will not present a health hazard when managed as detailed in the EQUITONE System Design, Specification, and Installation Guides and Work Safe Guidelines.

Since 2018. ETEX (manufacturer) was founded in 1905.

EQUITONE takes the lead in environmental excellence, offering a sustainable framework that will contribute to the success of future projects:

• Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze**
• 100% recyclable
• Low material usage/m²
• Modular design
• Lightweight construction
• Ease of disassembly
• Low maintenance
• No harmful gas emissions