One of the undisputable pillars of the building and construction industry, certifications have long been one of the most reliable ways to ensure accountability, transparency and commitment. Whether it’s ensuring compliance with local building standards, demonstrating a product’s fire safety profile or offering an insight into its environmental impact, ensuring the products are independently assessed and verified has become the norm.
Network Architectural’s Technical Manager talks to us about the impact of the Grenfell Tower fire disaster on his career path, working with Mitsubishi to bring to life what is now considered the golden standard in non-combustible cladding – and how the Japanese sustainability principles of “Kaiteki” influenced the process.
Classified AS 5113 EW (External Walls) for fire compliance, CSR Cemintel Territory is prefinished in a variety of colours and simulated textures and available in a choice of simple aluminium or colour-matched preformed corners. Supplied with platinum coating technology to protect against UV damage and colour fade, and featuring a ventilated cavity to keep buildings dry, it can be relied upon for a long working life and minimal maintenance requirements.
The beauty of the big building is something to behold. Every minute detail is considered by an architect, with each piece of the puzzle forming a monolithic jigsaw.
In 2020, Tony Rouady and Kim Regler founded Network Architectural. A subsidiary of Network Building Supplies, NA works directly in conjunction with architects supplying built environment professionals with facade and ceiling solutions.