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UNEX Extreme Barriers are specifically engineered to comply with the extremely heavy liveload classes 'C1/C2', 'D' or 'C5' of the New Zealand Building Code legally required for public and crowded areas. The Framed Glass style's thicker glass panels allow larger crowds to continue to watch the game or the view from above.
UNEX's Extreme Barriers Style has two ranges — X1500 Series and X3000 Series
The Extreme Framed Glass Styles are typically used for, but not limited to:
Extreme Barriers are also suited to other situations where large post spacings, a bulkier look or additional height is required.
There is a wide range of fixing options available for both suits to fix to steel, timber and concrete applications. Site-specific specifications may also be provided upon request for those non-standard situations.
The UNEX Extreme Barriers Range is designed to meet the loading classifications of AS/NZS1170.1 of the New Zealand Building Code and is therefore not applicable to the requirements of the transport code. So this design is not applicable for applications, such as a vehicle barrier. Typically Extreme Barriers are not suitable for top-mounting to timber.
For certain buildings, such as some industrial situations, a higher grade powder coat powder must be specified.
UNEX has designed its Extreme Barriers range to comply with the B1, B2, F2 and F4 requirements of the NZ Building Code and are suitable for occupancy types 'C1/C2', 'C5' and 'D' in accordance with AS/NZS 1170.1: 2002.
For more information, please refer to Unex's NZ Building Code Compliance document (right).
Producer Statements for all standard specifications can be created online in the registered area of the UNEX website.
For non-standard situations not covered by their specifications, a site-specific PS1 and specification may be prepared by Unex upon request.
UNEX specialises in designing and manufacturing architectural balustrade systems for over 40 years.
These Extreme Barriers have been incorporated in Unex Systems’ range since 2012 — designed in response to the needs of the market place for pre-engineered barriers designed to meet the extremely heavy live load classes 'C1/C2', 'C5' and 'D' of AS/NZS1170.1:2002. It has since been used in a number of jobs right throughout New Zealand.
UNEX is a trusted partner in creating beautiful, secure outdoor living spaces, offering high-performing balustrades and more, including privacy screens, deck sub-frames, and outdoor amenity covers.
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