DecoClad® Achieves New Fire Rating -/30/30 for Fire-Prone Areas

DecoClad® Achieves New Fire Rating -/30/30 for Fire-Prone Areas.

DECO Australia is proud to announce that its DecoClad® aluminium cladding system has achieved a Fire Resistance Level (FRL) of -/30/30 following rigorous testing carried out by Ignis Labs in accordance with AS 1530.4: Fire Resistance Tests for Elements of Construction. Already tested and certified to AS 1530.1 and AS 1530.3, this additional testing follows new installation methods to confirm DecoClad® maintains its performance under extreme fire conditions and complies with AS 1530.4 and BAL-FZ (Bushfire Attack Level - Flame Zone) requirements when installed according to the DecoClad FRL -/30/30 Installation Guide.

The FRL -/30/30 rating confirms that when installed according to the specified FRL installation methods, the DecoClad® system resists flame and heat penetration for up to 30 minutes, providing critical protection and compliance in bushfire-rated zones.

"Achieving an FRL -/30/30 rating for DecoClad® reinforces our commitment to delivering not only beautiful but also safe and compliant architectural cladding solutions," said Richard Hamber, General Manager at DECO Australia.

"Made from 100% solid, non-combustible aluminium, DecoClad® has long been trusted in BAL zones. This new installation method and certification to AS 1530.4 ensures architects and builders can specify DecoClad® with even greater confidence for projects in the most fire-prone areas of Australia."

The certification covers all profiles in the DecoClad® system range, including Narrowline, Shadowline, V-Groove, Weatherboard 160mm & 180mm, Croatia Board, Castelline, and Seamline - offering a complete suite of stylish, compliant options for fire-safe façade designs.

For further details, including the DecoClad FRL -/30/30 Installation Guide, contact DECO Australia or visit www.deco.net.au.

About DECO Australia

DECO Australia is an Australian family-owned manufacturer and finisher of quality aluminium architectural building systems. Renowned for their unique sublimated DecoWood® aluminium finish, which replicates the appearance and feel of natural timber minus the ongoing maintenance, DECO's extensive range of timber-look aluminium building products are sold nation-wide, with all products tested to Australian Standards for non-combustibility and fire safety. For more information visit www.deco.net.au

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