An online Decision Tree, based on safety standard NZS 4223, that helps you choose the correct glass for your project.
A nationwide directory of members who make double glazing & follow the IGUMA (Insulated Glass Unit Manufacturers) testing regime.
A nationwide directory of people within the glass industry who have qualified for the Certificate in Balustrade Installation.
A nationwide directory of people who have passed the industry-based exam covering the NZ standard for glazing in buildings.
A nationwide list of Association members who are registered as Endurocolour® applicators, powdercoating aluminum joinery to the industry standard.
A guide to NZ Building Code regulations concerning roller and fire doors – from certification and labels to smoke seals and hardware.
A technical guide to window installation, including information on building standards compliance.
An overview of the Association Accreditation Programme: why it matters, plus a register of accredited testers.
An overview of the recently announced building code changes as the apply to windows/doors/glass. NB – powerpoint will open as password protected – just click on read only (file is 28MB)
A technical guide to specifications for anodic oxide coatings on aluminium in external architecture applications (19-page PDF).
A technical guide to industry standards for powdercoating surface finishing appearance in situ (6-page PDF).
A technical guide to industry standards for glazing and other seals used in the manufacture of joinery (7-page PDF).
A two-part technical guide to setting glazing blocks, covering materials, use and installation. Available to members in the members area of this site, this guide supersedes the “WANZ Specification 140307” installation.
A technical guide to regulations around barriers, from building code and design criteria to materials.
Industry codes of practice for hardware, covering a) durability and corrosion resistance and b) structural strength.
An overview of the standards pertaining to glass quality.