Roof Coatings & Glazing

Smoke control systems play a crucial role in fire safety, managing smoke flow to support safe evacuation and minimise property damage. Operable facades—such as windows, glass louvres, and operable glass roofs—are essential in facilitating smoke exhaust and maintaining safe conditions within a building during emergencies. This white paper examines the integration of operable facade systems in smoke control, focusing on compliance, critical components, and recent technological advancements.

With its stunning outlooks over Lake Burley Griffin, the new ANU Research School of Physics building, designed by Hassell, was an opportunity to embed wellbeing features as a primary element of the aesthetic. There is a clear alignment between the building blocks of the discipline and the final form and function.

In 2023, BlueScope was the proud sponsor of the Lifetime Achievement category. Discover the category winners and read the Q&A with Kate Cotter from the Resilient Building Council, BlueScope’s sustainability journey and about how certifications such as EPDs, Global GreenTag, & RESPONSIBLESTEEL™ ensure credible sustainable products.

BlueScope and Stockland initiated a study on the effectiveness of cool roofing to reduce the cooling load of larger buildings. The results of the study carried out by Graham Carter of Lend Lease and University of Wollongong predicted that these savings could be greater than estimated using current energy modelling methods, which typically do not account for micro-climate heating effects above larger roof areas.

As Australia’s strategic high performance sport agency, the AIS is responsible and accountable for leading the delivery of Australia’s international sporting success. The AIS Arena supports the institution by providing a large, multi-functional sporting and events area.

Completing a $21.6 million upgrade for SA Water’s water storage tank in Hope Valley, Fielder’s ARAMAX® was the solution of choice to accommodate such a large roofing instalment. Read this case study to discover how lightweight and high-performance roofing profiles can benefit your next project.