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UltraClad Horizontal Weatherboard System
Description

The UltraClad® Horizontal Weatherboard System is an aluminium exterior cladding solution offering durability and aesthetic appeal. It is ideal for architects and builders seeking sustainable, low-maintenance solutions, for eco-friendly, yet striking architectural design.

UltraClad is a cavity-based, inter-locking powder-coated aluminium weatherboard system designed to be used as an external wall cladding system for residential and light commercial type buildings where domestic construction techniques are used. The system includes horizontally fixed Ultraclad weatherboards, timber battens, internal and external corner mouldings, starter strips, board jointers, board locators, joinery flashings and accessories.

UltraClad Vertical comes in a range of profiles:

  • Infinity Board
  • ShadoLine
  • Shado 100
  • Shado 140
  • Shiplap
  • Traditional
  • UltraLine
Key Features
  • Durability — crafted from premium extruded aluminium for unparalleled durability, won't rot, warp, or fade under environmental stresses
  • Clean lines — synonymous with architectural precision, UltraClad's crisp, straight lines ensure a contemporary and uniform appearance, enhancing the facade's visual impact
  • Low maintenance — significantly reduces lifetime costs with lasting quality and minimal upkeep, ensuring cost-effective, long-term value
  • Sustainable — embraces the circular economy with its 100% recyclable aluminium composition
  • Fire resistance — aligns with the highest safety regulations
  • Colours & woodgrains — Powder coating provides enhanced durability and resistance to fading compared to conventional paint, UltraClad can be customised in nearly limitless colours or sublimated wood grain effects for a natural look
Categories
Aluminium Cladding
Ranges
UltraClad
Recyclable Content (Post-Consumer)
Post-Consumer Recyclable Content
Scope of Use

UltraClad is an external wall cladding for buildings within the following scope:

  • the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1; and,
  • constructed with timber framing complying with the NZBC; and,
  • with a risk score of 0-20, calculated in accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Table 2; and,
  • situated in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to, and including Extra High.

See BRANZ Appraisal 487 for full information.

Limitations on Use
  • Must only be installed horizontally on vertical, flat surfaces
  • For use with aluminium window and door joinery that is installed with vertical jambs and horizontal heads and sills, and must meet NZS:4211 for the relevant Wind Zone or design wind pressure
NZS 3604 Wind Zone Extra High suitable
Extra High Wind Zone
Statement of Building Code Compliance

UltraClad® Cavity System, if designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with the statements and conditions of BRANZ Appraisal 487, will meet the following provisions of the NZBC:

  • Clause B1 STRUCTURE: Performance B1.3.1, B1.3.2 and B1.3.4. The UltraClad® Cavity System meets the requirements for loads arising from self-weight, earthquake, wind and impact [i.e. B1.3.3 (a), (f), (h) and (j)].
  • Clause B2 DURABILITY: Performance B2.3.1 (b), 15 years and B2.3.2. The UltraClad® Cavity System meets these requirements.
  • Clause E2 EXTERNAL MOISTURE: Performance E2.3.2. The UltraClad® Cavity System meets this requirement.
  • Clause F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS: Performance F2.3.1. The UltraClad® Cavity System meets this requirement.

See BRANZ Appraisal 487 for full information.

Other Performance Attributes
  • UltraClad embraces the circular economy with its 100% recyclable aluminium composition
  • Crafted from premium extruded aluminium for unparalleled durability, won't rot, warp, or fade
  • Powder coating provides enhanced durability and resistance to fading compared to conventional paint
BRANZ Appraised
BRANZ Appraised
Documents
BRANZ Appraisal 487: Cavity System

487 [2019]

UltraClad Colour Guide

2024

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