September 2018 – Network Building Supplies

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29 - 07 - 2021

Mitsubishi ALPOLIC™ warned us all of the dangers


13 years before the Grenfell Tower Tragedy in London, Mitsubishi ALPOLIC™ released this video as a warning to the building and construction industry.

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16 - 07 - 2021

Compliant cladding comparison chart


If you are considering utilising external cladding on your next project please take a look at our Ready Reckoner and compare the difference between all the products that are compliant under the NCC.

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05 - 07 - 2021

Blowtorch on cladding ALPOLIC NC vs corrugated core


ALPOLIC™ NC is a fire-safe, fully compliant, aluminium composite material that is composed of a non-combustible mineral core containing zero polyethylene, making it very different and far superior to other aluminium cladding alternatives on the market.

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21 - 06 - 2021

The future of building, now at Network Building Supplies


We’re excited to announce a partnership we’ve recently entered that’s all about you, our customers. A mobile first cloud-based app for tradespeople to help you manage all your projects and project teams, which you will have access to for FREE for your first 6 months!

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09 - 06 - 2021

Worried about cladding? Watch this video


ALPOLIC™ NC is a fire-safe, fully compliant, aluminium composite material that is composed of a non-combustible mineral core containing zero polyethylene, making it very different and far superior to other aluminium cladding alternatives on the market.

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06 - 08 - 2020

What are fire rated boundary walls in building construction?


To contain and prevent fires from spreading, learn why fire-rated boundary walls are required for buildings which are adjacently constructed.

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03 - 07 - 2020

Why are warranties important when choosing renders, paints and substrates?


The availability of product warranties provides long-term protection for builders and owners for cases where products fail to function as intended.

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02 - 07 - 2020

Choosing the right colour for lightweight wall systems


Choosing the right paint colours through LRV will help achieve thermal protection and heat regulation for lightweight wall systems.

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22 - 05 - 2020

Why is low VOC paint the better option to use?


People are now becoming more conscious about their health and the environment. This is why low VOC paint is quickly becoming a preferred paint option.

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14 - 09 - 2018

Rockcote Smooth Set – The key to the industrial concrete finish you’re seeing everywhere


The industrial aesthetic has gained immense popularity over the past few years; the likes of trendy cafés and apartment lofts have adopted this style to create rustic, yet cool and composed environments for living and relaxing. The most prevalent aspect of obtaining the industrial look is the polished concrete finish A cost-effective option for both […]

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06 - 09 - 2018

Acoustic mount clips? Make sure you’re using the right ones!


Any fan of Channel 9’s ‘The Block’ would be familiar with the term ‘Acoustic Mount Clips’ after the past week’s proceedings. For those not caught up to speed, teammates Kerrie and Spence were faced with the task of replacing a whole suspended ceiling system due to the installation of incorrect Acoustic Ceiling Mounts; in particular, […]

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04 - 09 - 2018

ALPOLIC™/fr approved for use in NSW


The new NSW legislation prohibits the use of Aluminium Composite Panels with a core composition of greater than 30% polyethylene (PE) in any external cladding, external wall and/or façade in buildings of Type A and B Construction as defined in the Building Code of Australia. Mitsubishi Corporation has lead the way since 2000 by introducing […]

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18 - 07 - 2017

ALPOLIC™/fr full-scale fire test


This is a full-scale fire test of ALPOLIC™/fr. ALPOLIC™/fr leads the market in fire-safe aluminium composite cladding. Fully backed by globally respected multinational company, Mitsubishi, this aluminium composite panel provides style, performance and safety.

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