Thin Tech ®

T E C H N I C A L & I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L
Version 1 / March 2023
What’s inside

01 Introducing Thin Tech 4

02 System Overview 8

03 Components 10

04 System Performance 18

05 Design Considerations 26

06 Installation 34

07 Construction Drawings & Details 42

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01 Introducing
Thin Tech ®

A lightweight, ventilated façade system

Thin Tech® is an engineered, ventilated lightweight façade system that gives all the
appearance of authentic brickwork, but without the weight and space restrictions of
traditional brick construction.

How it works
Thin Tech® comprises of large format, ribbed steel sheets that mechanically support
and space thin brick facings with specifically designed support hooks. Each Thin Tech
Facing is grooved on the top and bottom for a fast and secure installation. To finish
off, mortar is pointed into the joints to fully encase the Thin Tech facings resulting in
composite action between the brick facings, mortar and panel.

Engineered for simplicity and performance

The panel is profiled with continuous vertical channels to incorporate a 20 mm cavity

without the need of a subframe, and is spaced to be compatible with typical stud
spacings. Each panel also horizontally interlocks with adjacent sheets and are
butt- joined vertically ensuring the course pattern is continued seamlessly.

Extensively tested for the Australian

environment

Austral Bricks’ product range has been

tested in Austral’s NATA accredited
laboratory to AS/NZS 4456. Thin Tech®
is non-combustible and complies with
requirements of the NCC.

Structural and weathertightness

performance has also been demonstrated
through wind load testing to AS4040.2 and
water penetration testing to AS/NZS 4284.

Austral Bricks’ extensive product range

Each brick facing is grooved from
Austral Bricks’ extensive product range,
providing all the benefits of traditional
brickwork and seamless integration
with existing brickwork.

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Applications
–

Thin Tech is suitable for external and internal wall applications

subjected to an ultimate load state of up to -5.48 kPa for all
building classes 1 to 10.

Thin Tech satisfies weatherproofing and non-combustibility

provisions as set out by the NCC and is suitable for applications
requiring a BAL or FRL rating. The Thin Tech steel panels
come precoated with remarkably superior corrosion resistant
ZAM® alloy.

Additionally, Austral Bricks’ range of bricks are classified

exposure grade making Thin Tech suitable for environments
including severe marine and areas subject to heavy industrial
pollution.

ZAM® is a Registered Trademark of Nisshin Steel.

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 Benefits
–

Stretch the boundaries of brickwork with the reduced

space and weight requirements of Thin Tech.

Faster Installation Mechanically Secured Brick Facings Superior Drainage and Drying
– – –
Thin Tech is installed as panels rather Punch out hooks secure brick facings Continuous vertical channels of
than individual rails which facilitates in place for a permanent mechanical the Thin Tech panel creates a
faster installation. Facings are slotted attachment. Mortar joints further ventilated air cavity which removes
into place and are adjustable to secure the brick facings to the rails. excess vapour and water.
ensure perfect coursing every time.

Genuine Brick Facings Performance Tested Multi-Purpose Use

– – –
Thin Tech uses genuine brick Thin Tech has been tested for Perfect for external and internal
facings giving you the same low structural and wind load deflection projects as well as recladding.
maintenance and colour fast to AS 4040.2 and weather tightness Panels can be fixed easily onto
finish as traditional brickwork. to AS/NZS 4284. Thin Tech complies all common substrates.
with requirements of the NCC.

Non-Combustible Flexible and Fuss Free Enduring Quality

– – –
Thin Tech is entirely non-combustible Panels are easily cut on site to 100-year warranty on brick
and tested to AS1530.8.1 wrap around building details such colour fastness and durability
as corners, windows and doors. and 50-years on the system.

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Resilience
–

The Thin Tech system is a complete cladding solution designed with the principles of weathertightness in mind.
As a ventilated façade system, Thin Tech utilises the combined action of deflecting moisture ingress from wind
driven rain alongside directing any moisture or condensation entering the cladding cavity out and away.

Each component in the Thin Tech system is engineered 20 mm Vented

Channel
for performance and comprises of:
Incident Solar
Radiation
• Thin Tech facings

• Thin Tech panels

Dissipiated Solar
• and a breathable membrane. Radiation to the
Outside
The ribbed profile of the Thin Tech panel incorporates
a 20 mm cavity without the need for a subframe. This Water
Vapour
continuous vertical channel facilitates the removal of
Reflected Solar
excess heat and humidity through passive air convection Radiation
and acts as a pressure cushion to prevent water from
reaching the backing wall.
Wind Driven Rain

Any moisture that arises from water passing the

panel, moisture migrating from the inner surface
of the wall, or the action of condensation will be
removed either by evaporation, or simply running Temp = 24°C
Temp. = 3 - 4°C
down the back of the panel and drain out of
Internal Temp.
the cavity. = 18°C

Temp = 0°C

Moisture
Drainage

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02 System Overview
The Thin Tech system comprises of Thin Brick facings mechanically engaged top and
bottom to a profiled steel sheet via punch out hooks. Panels can be directly fastened to
stud framing or onto horizontal top hats. Each panel interlocks horizontally to adjacent
panels and stacked vertically providing seamless coursing and fuss free installation.
Thin Tech must be installed onto a weather tight backing wall.

Thin Tech Panel

Fixing and Drainage Channel

Engagement Hook

10 mm Mortar Joint

Thin Tech Facing

G Channel Starter Trim

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System Properties

Property Specfication
Panel size (L x W) 1239 mm x 1204 mm
Panel weight 7.8 kg
System Weight m² 34.7 - 46.4 kg ¹
System Thickness 43.0 mm
Base Material 0.6 BMT ZAM® coated Steel
100 years colour fastness
Warranty
50 years on the system

System Performance

Specification Standard
Ultimate Limit State -2.19 kPa to -5.48 kPa AS 4040.1
Wind Regions Up to N5 AS4040.1
Combustibility Non-combustible
Fire Resistance Level (FRL) -/120/60 AS 1530.4
Bushfire rating BAL-FZ 2
AS 4959
Corrosion Zone Up to C4 for 50 years service life AS 2312.2/ AS 4312 - 2008

Thin Tech System Material List

Component Supplied by Material List

Thin Tech Facing Brickworks Building Products Fired Clay
Thin Tech Panel Brickworks Building Products G350 Steel with 275gsm ZAM® pre-coated steel
Thin Tech Trims Brickworks Building Products G350 Steel with 275gsm ZAM® pre-coated steel
or by others
Breathable membrane By others Spunbonded polypropylene material or equivalent grade
Mortar By others M3 or M4 grade

Notes:
1. System weight varies depending on facing type and thickness.
2. BAL-FZ rating excludes installations within 10 m of vegetation.

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03 Components
Thin Tech Panel
Rolled from 0.6 BMT steel panel, Thin Tech panels have high fastener pull-through strength
for panel support and integrity. Thin Tech panel measures in at 1239 mm wide and 1205mm
high. The hardened steel sheets help brace the wall to resist racking forces brought on by wind,
storms and earthquakes. Panels can be cut to any size with a standard circular saw fitted with a
metal saw blade.

The panel is protected by ZAM corrosion-resistant hot-dip Zinc-Aluminium-Magnesium alloy

which allows the system to be used in environments up to Coastal C4.

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 1239
12 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150

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532
35

1204
35
532

SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW

BOTTOM VIEW

38.8 31.2 38.8

32
20

150 19.5
86

12
5

DETAIL B

32
17

DETAIL A

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Thin Tech Facings
Thin Tech facings are expertly cut from Austral Bricks’ range of bricks. The bricks are made from natural clay and
kiln fired at high temperatures providing a low maintenance cladding which is non-combustible, durable and colour
fast. Extensive testing is carried out in Austral Bricks’ NATA accredited laboratory to Australian and New Zealand
Standard AS/NZS 4456.

Thin Tech Facing Properties

Extruded Dry Pressed Nubrik La Paloma San Selmo Standard

Property
Range Range Range Range Range Method
Dimensions
230 x 76 mm 230 x 76 mm 230 x 76 mm 230 x 76 mm 230 x 76 mm N/A
(L x W)

Thickness 20 mm 20 mm 20 mm 20 mm 22 mm N/A

Weight 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg N/A

Number of
48.5¹ 48.5¹ 48.5¹ 48.5¹ 48.5¹ N/A
facings/m²

Weight/m² 32 kg2 33 kg2 32 kg2 32 kg2 28 kg2 N/A

Water
< 10% < 10 – 15% < 10% < 8% <15 – 17% AS/NZS 4456.14
absorption
Moisture
< 0.8 – 1.0 < 0.8 – 1.0 < 1.2 < 0.8 < 0.8 – 1.0 AS/NZS 4456.11
expansion
Durability AS/NZS 4456.10
Exposure Grade3 Exposure Grade3 Exposure Grade3 Exposure Grade3 Exposure Grade3
classification Method B

Combustibility Non-combustible Non-combustible Non-combustible Non-combustible Non-combustible AS 1530.8.1

1. The number of facings per sqm is calculated based on 10 mm thick mortar joints.
2. W
 eight per sqm does not include mortar or Thin Tech Panel weights.
3. Austral Bricks has an extensive range of exposure grade bricks. To confirm durability classification for the selected
brick, check the Technical Data Sheet on the Austral Bricks Website.

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 Standard Facing Dimensions
230.0

22.0

230.0
230.0

76.0
22.0
22.0

76.0
76.0
REV DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED
1 8/4/8 mm 17 mm deep 09/09/2022 CV
2 8/4/10 15 mm deep 12/09/2022 CV
22.0 3 Added corner facing detail 1/12/2022 SW A
Corner Facing Dimensions

230.0 110.0
76.0

22.0
15.0

8.0 10.0
230.0 110.0
230.0 110.0

B
46.0
76.0

110.0
22.0

110.0
110.0
110.0
22.0

4.0
76.0

22.0

Cross-section view
SCALE 1 : 1
110.0

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Thin Tech Facings

Because Thin Tech Facings are genuine brick only thinner and more light wieght, they give
more design flexibility as well as reducing the cost and time it would take for standard brick
applications. Thin Tech Facings are available for the majority of Austral Bricks products and
colours, however, the range may vary slightly from state to state.

For detailed information on the Austral Bricks

product range, please refer to the Technical Data
Sheets available on the Austral Bricks Website.

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Moisture Management

Moisture management and reducing condensation build up is critical in maintaining building longevity and comfort.
A suitable water control membrane should be installed under the Thin Tech system which prevents the ingress
of liquid water whilst allowing for water vapour to escape. This is especially critical in humid climate zones and
must comply with AS/NZS 4200.2 Pliable building membranes and underlays – Installation as well as any NCC
requirements. For applications with high wind loads, a rigid air barrier is recommended.

Membrane specifications for wall installations of Thin Tech are detailed in the table below. The membrane used must
have properties equivalent or better.

Membrane Properties

Property Result Standard

Duty Classification Light AS/NZ 4200.1

Burst strength ≥ 200 N AS/NZS 4200.1

Edge Tear Resistance ≥ 45 N (Machine Direction) AS/NZS 4200.1

≥ 45 N (Lateral Direction)

Water Control Classification Water Barrier AS/NZS 4201.4

Water Vapour Permeability 4.2µg/N.s (Class 4) ASTM E96

Air Control Classification Air Barrier ISO 5636-5

Flammability Index Low (≤ 5) AS 1530.2

Allowable UV exposure prior to

2 months N/A
installation of cladding

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Trims

Trim Material Length Supplier

Support Shim G350 Steel with 275gsm ZAM® pre-coated steel 2400 mm

Brickworks
G Channel - Starter Trim G350 Steel with 275gsm ZAM® pre-coated steel 2400 mm
Building Products

J Channel G350 Steel with 275gsm ZAM® pre-coated steel 2400 mm

U Channel Min 0.42 BMT G2 steel

Window Shroud Min 0.42 BMT G2 steel – By Others

Parapet Capping Min 0.42 BMT G2 steel

G Channel - Starter Trim J Channel

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U Channel Window Shroud

Support Shim

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04 System
Performance

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Structural Performance
–
General Information
The information provided in this manual follow standard should be confirmed by a qualified engineer. For
industry building practices and serves as a general additional information and assistance with Thin Tech,
guide for common applications of Thin Tech. Suitability please contact Brickworks Building Products.
of fixings, wall capacities and other design elements

Ultimate Wind Pressures

The Thin Tech system has been structurally tested The allowable pressures specified below acts as
for serviceability and ultimate static wind loads guidance for designers and should be used in
in accordance with AS 4040.2. Several fixing accordance with the fastener and fixing locations table
configurations with varying fastener density and in this manual when confirming the structural adequacy
locations have been tested to achieve the ultimate wind and suitability of Thin Tech. Please note that further
loads listed in the table below. The strength limit state engineering may be required to consider topography,
pressures were derived from applying a variability factor shielding and building orientation as well as any state
of 1.46 to tested ultimate load states as nominated by and/or local council requirements. The suitability of the
AS/NZS 1170.0 for a sample size of one. The maximum framing structure, framing structure and fixings should
allowable deflection of the supporting structure should be confirmed with a structural engineer.
be designed to a deflection criteria of span/400.

Configuration Fixings/Panel Test Pressure ULS Design Action Wind Region

1 9 -3.2 kPa -2.19 kPa N3

2 15 -5.4 kPa -3.7 kPa N4/C1

3 21 -8.0 kPa -5.48 kPa N5/C2

Overall performance values have been provided for the system with typical steel or timber stud walls.
It is recommended that these preliminary values be validated by the project consultant team.

600 600
600 300
300 300
300 300
300 300
300 300 300
300 300 300
300 300
300
290
290
590
590

590

300
300
300
300
590
590

590

290
290

Fixing channels Fasteners

Fixing channels

Fasteners
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Maximum stud spacing
Maximum horizontal spacings for screws
Weatherproofing
–

The Thin Tech system is part of a ventilated cladding It is recognised that each application will be different
system where the brick and mortar form the first line of to that tested, however equivalent resistance to water
defence against water penetration and must be used penetration can be expected provided the overall
in conjunction with a weathertight back up wall. The system complies with the following:
system must be detailed to allow the built-in cavity to
• A
 fully sealed pliable or rigid air barrier is installed
effectively drain in cases where small quantities of water
with performance equivalent to specifications as
have passed through the outer skin.
provided in “Components” and is sufficiently robust to
Thin Tech complies with performance requirements withstand design wind pressure;
of NCC 2019 Volume 1 FP1.4 and Volume 2 P2.2.2 for
• T
 he system is installed in accordance with design
weatherproofing. Thin Tech is suitable for installations
details;
up to N4 wind speeds and achieves a serviceability
limit state pressure of +920 Pa and -1230 Pa based on • B
 ack-up wall with an air-infiltration rate of less than 1.0
testing to NCC verification methods V2.2.1 and FV1.1. L/m²/s at 300 Pa;
Where buildings are subjected to higher wind loads, a
• T
 he 20 mm vertical cavity is maintained for the height
rigid air barrier may be required or, in some cases, both
of the wall and if not,
a breathable membrane combined with a rigid air barrier
is needed. • D
 rainage such as weep holes or drainage slots must
be installed at 1200 mm centres on all horizontal
flashings or at base details.

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Fire Safety and Bushfire
Performance
–
The main components of Thin Tech are comprised According to AS3959 Section 9 Construction
entirely of non-combustible materials and does not Requirements for BAL-FZ, a system which has at
contribute to the spread of fire. least -/30/30 Fire Resistance Level when tested from
the outside is to be classified as BAL-FZ. There is a
The Fire Resistance Level (FRL) has also been tested
requirement for a minimum setback distance of 10 m
and assessed by professional engineers from Ignis Labs
from bush.
Pty Ltd in accordance with AS 1530.4:2014. FRL ratings
were obtained for two variations of typical details and
are presented in the table below. Fire was exposed to
the brick and mortar side of the panel and assessments
exclude heat flux measurements.

Fire Resistance Bushfire Attack

Detail System
Level (FRL) Level
Brick Facing
10 mm Mortar Joints
Thin Tech Panel -/120/30 BAL-FZ
92 mm, 1.2BMT Steel Frame
10 mm STD Plasterboard

Brick Facing
10 mm Mortar Joints
Thin Tech Panel
92 mm, 1.2BMT Steel Frame -/120/60 BAL-FZ
R2.5, 20kg/m3 Earthwool Insulation
10 mm STD Plasterboard

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Thermal Performance
–
The thermal resistance (R-value) values for particular buildings. For example, if a project is to be built with 2.7
wall constructions have been calculated by professional metre high 90 x 45 mm timber stud walls with 600 mm
engineers from Clarkson Consulting Services Pty centres, then the total system R value is as follows:
Ltd in accordance with AS/NZS 4859.1 and AS/NZS
Rsystem = finsulation Rinsulation+ fframe Rframe
4859.2. The tables below list the R-value for the
wall constructions on an elemental basis for each Where f insulation is the area fraction of the insulation in
component. the system and f frame is the area fraction of the frame in
the system.
The overall system R-value for specific spans can be
calculated using the area fraction of the surface area Rsystem = (0.878 x 2.892) + (0.121 x 1.166)
of the insulation and frame as per NZS 4214 Methods
Rsystem = 2.764 m 2.K/W
of determining the total thermal resistance of parts of
The table below shows the R-values of the specific
Terraçade Thin Tech system elements for reference.

Component R-Values

Thin Tech System Element R-Value (m².K/W)

Thin Tech Facing 0.033
Thin Tech Panel 0.15

The system R-values in tables following are calculated with the same area fraction as the example calculation above.

Low Rise Residential Systems

Through Through System

Detail Back Up Wall Frame Insulation Frame R-Value
R-Value (m².K/W) R-Value (m².K/W) (m².K/W)

Thin Tech
Breathable Membrane Timber Frame
90 mm Wall Stud 0.892 1.073 0.914
Stud Wall
10 mm Plasterboard

Light Gauge
0.892 0.489 0.843
Steel

Thin Tech
Breathable Membrane Timber Frame
90 mm Wall Stud 2.892 1.073 2.671
Stud Wall
R2.5 Insulation
10 mm Plasterboard

Light Gauge
2.892 0.489 2.601
Steel

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 Low Rise Residential 60/60/60 FRL Systems

Through Through System

Detail Back Up Wall Frame Insulation Frame R-Value
R-Value (m².K/W) R-Value (m².K/W) (m².K/W)

Thin Tech Timber Frame

2.984 1.166 2.764
13mm FR Rigid Air Stud Wall
Barrier
90 mm Wall Stud
R2.5 Insulation Light Gauge
2.984 0.582 2.693
16 mm FR Plasterboard Steel

Brick, Precast and Concrete Systems

Through Through
System
Insulation Frame
Detail Back Up Wall R-Value
R-Value R-Value
(m².K/W)
(m².K/W) (m².K/W)
Thin Tech
Optional 16 mm Top Hat
Breathable Membrane
110 mm masonry veneer wall 3.222 1.404 3.002
90 mm Timber Frame
R2.5 Insulation
10 mm Plasterboard
BRICK WITH TIMBER FRAME BRICK WITH STEEL FRAME

Thin Tech
Optional 16 mm Top Hat
Breathable Membrane
110 mm masonry veneer wall 3.222 0.820 2.931
90 mm Light Gauge Steel Frame
R2.5 Insulation
BRICKWITH
WITHSTEEL
TIMBER FRAME
10 mm Plasterboard
BRICK FRAME BRICK WITH STEEL FRAME
PRECAST CONCRETE CONCRETE BLOCK

Thin Tech
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Breathable Membrane
125 mm Precast Concrete Wall 3.145 0.743 2.854
90 mm Light Gauge Steel Frame
R2.5 Insulation
13 mm Plasterboard
BRICK WITHCONCRETE
PRECAST BLOCK
CONCRETE
STEEL FRAME CONCRETE BLOCK
PRODUCT COMPANY PRODUCT

Thin Tech
COMPANY

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Breathable Membrane
200 mm Core-filled Concrete Block Wall 3.215 0.813 2.900
90 mm Light Gauge Steel Frame
R2.5 Insulation
13 mm Plasterboard
CONCRETE BLOCK

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1. Internal and external

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3. All air gaps within the construction systems are assumed to be enclosed with two parallel bounding surfaces of high emissivity (non-reflective).
4. Bulk insulation installed in accordance with AS4859.1 for thermal insulation of building, manufacturers’ instruction and AS3999 Bulk thermal insulation – installation.
5. Membrane specified, supplied, and installed in accordance with AS4200. 1 Pliable building membrane and underlays installation and AS4200. 2 Pliable building membranes and underlays – installation.
6. A 13 mm rigid air barrier and 16 mm fire resistant internal plasterboard have been ued to achieve a FRL of 60/60/60.
7. Indicative fire rates were sourced from industry published resources and shall not be used as evidence for compliance with any fire realted provisions of the NCC.
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Acoustic Performance
–
The acoustic performance of the same wall constructions was calculated by professional engineers from PKA
Acoustic Consulting and is given in the corresponding tables alongside the system R-Values. The weighted sound
reduction index (Rw) is used to rate the level of sound insulating ability of the wall constructions. Ctr is an adjustment
factor which is used to account for low frequency noise.

Low Rise Residential Systems

Min Wall Width

Detail Back Up Wall Frame Rw Rw+Ctr
(mm)

Thin Tech Timber Frame

142 40 33
Breathable Membrane Stud Wall
90 mm Wall Stud
10 mm Plasterboard
Light Gauge
142 41 34
Steel

Thin Tech
Breathable Membrane Timber Frame
142 48 40
90 mm Wall Stud Stud Wall
Min 20 kg/m³
Insulation
10 mm Plasterboard
Light Gauge
142 49 41
Steel

Low Rise Residential 60/60/60 FRL Systems

Through System
Min Wall Width
Detail Back Up Wall Frame Frame R-Value
(mm)
R-Value (m².K/W) (m².K/W)

Thin Tech Timber Frame

161 48 38
Rigid Air Barrier Stud Wall
90 mm Wall Stud
Min 20 kg/m³
16 mm fire-rated Light Gauge
161 49 39
Plasterboard Steel

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 Brick, Precast and Concrete Systems

Min Wall
Detail Back Up Wall Rw Rw+Ctr
Width (mm)
Thin Tech
Breathable Membrane
110 mm brickwork veneer
90 mm Wall Studs 292 61 53
Min 20 kg/m³
10 mm Plasterboard
BRICK WITH TIMBER FRAME BRICK WITH STEEL FRAME

Thin Tech
Breathable Membrane
110 mm brickwork veneer
90 mm steel studs 292 61 53
Min 20 kg/m³
10 mm Plasterboard
BRICKWITH
BRICK WITHSTEEL
TIMBER FRAME
FRAME BRICK WITH STEEL FRAME
PRECAST CONCRETE CONCRETE BLOCK
COMPANY PRODUCT

Thin Tech
BRICKWORKS BUILDING PRODUCTS

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125 mm Precast Concrete Wall

90 mm steel studs 270 63 54
Min 20 kg/m³
13 mm Plasterboard
BRICK WITHCONCRETE
PRECAST BLOCK
CONCRETE
STEEL FRAME CONCRETE BLOCK
COMPANY PRODUCT COMPANY PRODUCT

Thin Tech
BRICKWORKS BUILDING PRODUCTS THIN TECH PANEL BRICKWORKS BUILDING PRODUCTS THIN TECH PANEL

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200 mm Core-filled Concrete Block Wall

90 mm Steel studs 345 64 55
Min 20 kg/m³
13 mm Plasterboard
CONCRETE BLOCK
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05 Design
Considerations

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System Performance
for Wind Loads
–
Thin Tech can be fastened directly to a structural The wind pressure requirements applicable to Thin Tech
substrate or to a secondary frame. The base wall has been determined by Clarkson Consulting Services
(frame or substrate) behind the Thin Tech system must Pty Ltd and were derived from Australian Standard AS
be designed to all applicable loads, including positive 4055 (Wind loads for housing). The following procedure
and negative wind pressures to either AS1170.2 or and tables within provides information for minimum
AS4055. The maximum deflection of support framing span configurations required to fasten Thin Tech Panels
must be limited to Span/400. however the applicability and subsequent compliance of
individual projects should always be verified.

Determining Span Configuration & Fasteners for Wind Load Requirements

Step 1: Wind Pressure Requirements Wind Region

ULS Wind Pressure (kPa)
(AS4055)
Identify the wind class or wind pressure applicable to
Typical Corners
your project. The below values refer to the required
negative wind pressure (suction) for designing the Thin N1w - 0.53 - 0.94
Tech connections to the base wall substrate or frame. N2w - 0.74 - 1.03
The corner pressure values refer to areas within 1.2m N3w - 0.16 - 2.03
of a building corner.
N4w - 1.72 - 3.01
N5w - 2.53 - 4.44

Step 2: Substrate and Anchorage Type

The fastener type and size depends on the substrate Fastener types used should be checked to ensure
Thin Tech will be installed onto. The fasteners specified adequate structural capacity. Steel studs must be
below assume a pull out strength of 2.3 kN or greater minimum G550 Steel and in accordance with AS 4600.
with two fasteners installed at every fixing point.

Substrate Fixing Type Size Embedment Grade

Type 17 Hex Head Screw 14 - 10 x 25 mm 23 mm min SS 304

Timber
Type 17 Hex Head Screw 12 - 11 x 50 mm 25 mm min Carbon Steel 1022 (G550)

Hex / Button Head Teks 8 - 18 x 12 mm Min. 1.2 BMT Carbon Steel 1022 (G550)
Metal
Wafer Head Teks 10 - 24 x 16 mm Min. 1.2 BMT Carbon Steel 1022 (G550)

Concrete Hollow Chemical Bolt M8 65 mm min SS 316

Block / Precast Wall Sleeve Anchor M6 x 40 mm 35 mm min SS 316

M8 x 50 mm plug
Masonry / Brick Wall Plug + Screw 50 mm min SS 304
+ 14G x 50 mm screw

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 600 600 300 300 300 300 3

290
590

590

300
Step 3a: Cavity Fix - Thin Tech on to Horizontal Step 3b: Direct Fix - Thin Tech onto a structural
Top Hats substrate

300
The Thin Tech system may be installed onto a sub For instances where Thin Tech is to be fixed directly to

590

590
frame of horizontal top hats and should be fastened a substrate, such as a masonry wall or precast panel,

290
to vertical spacings appropriate for the specified the vertical spacing (y) refers to the maximum vertical
wind region. The values in the table below indicate spacing required in between rows of panel fasteners.
the maximum vertical spacings (y) of the horizontal
Fixing
top hats that the system must be installed onto for Vertical Screw Spacing (y) (mm)
stud spacings (x) of 600 mm and 450 mm.with two Wind
fasteners installed at every fixing point. Region Typical Corner
600
(AS4055)
600 300 300 300 300
Horizontal Top Hat Spacing (y) N1w 600 600
Wind 600 mm 600 mm N2w 600 600
Region Stud Spacing (x) Stud Spacing (x)
N3w 600 400
590

590
(AS4055) Typical Corner Typical Corner
N4w 600 400
N1w 600 600 600 600
Maximum stud spacing N5w 400 300 Maxim
N2w 600 600 600 x 600 x
N3w 600 400 600 600 Maximum vertical spacing for screws

Maximum vertical spacing for screws

590

590
N4w 600 400 600 400
Maximum top hat spacing

y
N5w 400 300 600 300

y
A minimum of two fixings must be used at each top
y

hat connection and must be directly in line with the

supporting member. Top hats also must have sectional

y
and material
300 properties
300 300 equivalent or better
300 300 than
300 the
300 300
y

values outlined below:

- Grade 550 steel
290
590

- Minimum 25mm height

300

- Minimum 0.42 BMT

- Top hats used must have angled legs
300

- Zxx ≥ 300 mm3

590

Maximum stud spacing

290

x x
Maximum vertical spacing for screws

Maximum vertical spacing for screws

Fixing channels Fasteners
Maximum top hat spacing

y
y

y
y

Maximum horizontal spacings for screws

Maximum vertical spacing for screws

Maximum vertical spacing for screws

y

y
y

y
y

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 Step 4: Maximum Horizontal Fixing Spacing

The structural capacity of Thin Tech increases with the

number of fixings. The fastener table below outlines
the maximum horizontal spacing between screws
required for each wind region. This should be used
in conjunction with design documentation to specify
the fixing configuration required to suit your project.
Fasteners must have a minimum of 0.55 kN pull out
strength and have a minimum gauge of #12.Additional
0 screws should
300 be300
installed
300as necessary
300 to ensure
uniform panel installation in particular where panels
are cut to accommodate building features. Panels must
290

be fastened at least 12.5mm away from panel edges

and channels must be aligned over studs or supporting
300

structural members. Where the vertical edge of a Thin

Tech panel is more than 50 mm from a channel, vertical
300

support shim to the supporting frame before fastening

the free panel edge for additional support.
290

Horizontal Screw Spacing (mm)

Wind
Fixing channels Fasteners
Region Typical Corner
(AS4055)
N1w 600 300
N2w 300 300
N3w 300 150
N4w 150 150
N5w 150 150

Maximum horizontal spacings for screws

Maximum vertical spacing for screws
y
y

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Mortaring and Finishes
–

Standard mortar mix compliant to AS 3700 can be Brickies sand or course sand is recommended over
used to point into the 10 mm mortar joints. Depending washed sand. For adequate mortar workability for
on the required corrosive category, M3 or M4 mortar use with pointing guns or grout bags, the addition of
mix is used in the proportions found in the below table. hydrated lime and proper mixing is all that is needed.

Composition
Mortar Grade Corrosion Zone
(GP Cement:Sand:Lime)
Within 1km to 10 km from a surf coast or 100m to 1km
M3 1:6:1
from a non-surf coast

M4 Within 1km of a surf coast or within 100m of a non-surf coast 1:4.5:0.5

Additives Mortar Finishes

An additive, such as a methyl-cellulose water thickener, Mortar joint style plays a major role in determining the
can be added to thicken the mortar mix when filling overall appearance of a wall. There are four common
the joints between the bricks. Alternatively, pre- types of mortar finishes, and these various finishes
bagged grouts or mortar, suitable for wide joints or result in different shadow lines on the wall.
tuck-pointing, can be used or trowelled into the joints.
• I roned and struck finishes - Also create shadow lines,
Powdered or liquid pigments can also be added to the
but these are much finer and more subtle than raked
mortar to achieve a desired colour.
joints.

• F
 lush finish – No shadow lines will form, giving the
wall a flatter, more unified look. Using a mortar colour
to match the brick will take this a step further.

Ironed Struck Flush

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Brick Bond Patterns
–

A bond refers to the pattern in which the bricks

are positioned. The most common bond used in
construction is the stretcher bond. Thin Tech Panels
are not suitable for soldier coursing.

Stretcher Bond Stack Bond

Flemish Bond

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Expansion Joints
–

Vertical and horizontal movement joints are required Horizontal Movement Joints
to be installed within the Thin Tech system to
• T
 rim 10 mm off the top edge of a lower panel prior to
accommodate expansion and contraction movements
installation
derived from thermal, moisture and deflection changes
of which the overall system is attached to. Expansion • Install the next row of panels with a 15mm gap
joints should be installed at all points of stresses between panel courses ensuring correct coursing
related to volume changes such as places of substrate/ height is maintained
support conditions changes, around door, window
• U
 se flexible sealant instead of mortar at this joint
and opening perimeters, and at internal and external
corners. • R
 ecommended at every second storey

Control joints should be a minimum of 10 mm wide and Vertical Movement Joints

must extend the entire length of the wall section. When
• L
 eave 10 mm vertical gap between panels and fix
setting out the panel lay out, design consideration
should be given to the location of movement joints • A
 minimum of 8m between vertical movement joints
to ensure cohesiveness with building details and to is recommended
prevent impractical scenarios with respect to panel
and facing lengths. Movement joints should also be • C
 ut facings so that there is a continuous 10 mm gap

aligned with the movement joints of the supporting running the entire length of the wall

structure. • Install a backing rod and fill the vertical joint with
flexible sealant.

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Vertical Expansion Joint

Min. 1510 mm
Minimum mm gapgap

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06 Installation

Safe Working
Instructions
–
Reworking Thin Tech Facings

Crystalline silica dust can be liberated from Thin Tech • U

 se of a wet tile or brick saw or appropriate dust
facings when cut, and repeated inhalation has been extraction equipment when reworking facings.
associated with impaired lung function. Care should be
• W
 earing appropriate personal protective equipment
taken when reworking Thin Tech facings to maintain
when cutting such as adequate dust masks, safety
the exposure to crystalline silica below the Exposure
gloves, hearing protection and eye protection.
Standard proscribed by Worksafe Australia (0.1 mg/
m3). Safe work procedures should be taken to reduce • E
 nsuring that dust is cleaned up via wetting or
inhalation of silica dust which include: vacuuming and disposed appropriately.

Cutting
and handling
–
• Care should be taken when handling Thin Tech Panels • E
 xtra care should be taken when handling cut panels
and trims to avoid cuts and abrasions. The use of and trims as edges may be sharp. It is advised to
appropriate gloves may be beneficial. remove burrs after cutting Thin Tech Panels by running
a metal file across the edge.
• Thin Tech Panels are easily cut using a power saw
with a cold cut saw blade or a power nibbler and, for • I t is recommended that large packs of Thin Tech Panels
localised cutting, tin snips. Avoid the use of angle are broken up so that they may be handled individually.
grinders as these can cause burred edges and coating
• E
 nsure clear passage when moving the Thin Tech
damage.
Panels and trims due to their size. Allow adequate
storage of panels and trims to avoid trip hazards.

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 Recommended
Safety Equipment
–

Face masks P1 or P2 Safety Goggles Hearing Protection Dispose of Clean up,

type approved to the approved to the approved to the contaminent wet down or
relevant Australian relevant Australian relevant Australian of dust. vacuum.
Standards. Standards. Standards.

Preparation
and Checklist
–
1. E
 nsure that adequate structural members are 5. D
 etermine the quantities of the components required
available to fasten the Thin Tech panel to. for the design.

2. The panel will conform to any vertical contours 6. Obtain the correct fasteners for the design as per the
present in the substrate. Correcting deviations in the fixing table.
frame prior to installation will greatly increase the
7. E
 nsure that the backup structural wall meets the
speed of installation. As a guide, the frame surface
design and construction requirements as per the
should not deviate from plane (horizontal or vertical
relevant Australian Standards.
bow) by more than 4 mm in any 2 m length.
• T
 imber framed structures should be designed and
3. Ensure that the substrate is fully wrapped and
constructed in accordance with AS 1720 or AS 1684
weather tight. Extra attention should be paid to
(for residential builds).
corners located at windows, doors and openings
and that they are adequately flashed and weather • S
 teel framed housing should be designed and
tight. constructed in accordance with AS 4600

4. D
 etermine the set-out of the bricks based upon the • M
 asonry substrates should be designed and
design requirements. The bricks could be set from constructed in accordance with AS 3700 or AS 4773
the base, the top or from any important structural
8. C
 heck for discrepancies with drawings, cracks and
features.
other possible air leakage sources and rectify before
proceeding with the installation.

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Installation Procedure
–
1. Prepare the supporting structure 3. Installing the first row of Thin Tech Panels
i. Install a suitable waterproof membrane or weather i. Rest the panel on top of the G Channel and align
resistant rigid board in all areas where Thin Tech the channel centre line markers with stud centres.
will be installed
ii. Fix from the centre of the panel outwards with the
ii. Install flashings for openings and corners and required number of fixings
where required
iii. B
 efore fixing panel edges, position the next
iii. Install horizontal top hats or any sub framing if horizontally adjacent panel with the edge channels
required. overlapping

2. Installing the starter G Channel iv. Secure the next panel by fixing the centre of the
i. Install the starter G Channel at the appropriate panel before readjusting and leveling
height to ensure clearance from ground slab.
v. C
 ontinuing installing from the centre outwards and
ii. Gaps should be provided where continuous runs fixing through panel overlaps until flush.
of starter angle are butted to accommodate
vi. F
 or cut panels where the vertical edges are more
expansion.
than 50 mm from a channel, fix a vertical support
iii. M
 arking stud locations at this stage on the starter shim to the frame before the fixing panel edge.
angle may also be helpful if top hats have not been
installed Start with panels at corners and work outwards to
ensure hooks are horizontally aligned.
iv. If direct fixing: Apply sarking tape to the top of the
starter trim and membrane so that it covers the
fasteners and prevents moisture from travelling Panels interlock at
behind the trim. U channels

v. Drill drainage holes at 1200 mm centres

Take extra care to ensure the G channel is installed

level as it supports the first course of panels.

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4. Installing the second row of Thin Tech Panels

i. Rest the second row of panels on top of the first row.
Stagger vertical panel joints between rows across
each courses by beginning each row with panels
having different widths. Establish stagger by cutting
the first panel in every other row of panels to the
length required to end at the centre of a stud.

Cut panel on
second course
to start stagger

Panel
overlaps

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5. Installing the Thin Tech Facings

i. Commence installations of facings starting from d. Complete the first two courses to serve as a
the base and working upwards. guide for the rest of the wall. Examine the work
from a distance occasionally to ensure that the
a. Layout the first course of facings from corner
spacing of brick is consistent
to corner to establish the bond pattern with
uniform joint thicknesses. e. Install weep hole screens horizontally below first
course of facings or vertically at perpendicular
b. S
 pace the facings to reduce cutting at
joints
openings, movement joints, returns, and
offsets. ii. Thin Tech facings are installed by inserting the top
groove into the top engagement hook at an angle
c. C
 ut multiple facings within the length of the wall
and guiding the bottom groove into the bottom
if necessary to prevent the installation of less
engagement hook.
than half size units
iii. T
 hin Tech facings are installed by inserting the top
groove into the top engagement hook at an angle
and guiding the bottom groove into the bottom
engagement hook.

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iv. Thin Tech corner facings are installed by cutting the
top rail of the brick header side. Then insert the long
side grooves until flush and finally lifting the header
side over and onto the bottom engagement hooks.

1 2

3 4

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6. Mortaring Joints 7. Striking or tooling joints

i. Mix the correct proportion of mortar components i. When mortar is thumbprint dry, the mortar joints
as required ensuring the dry mix is blended and are ready to be struck.
large particles are removed or broken up.
ii. Use an ironing tool or joint striker to finish the
ii. Slowly add water to the mortar mix whilst mixing joints.
ensuring the grout is thoroughly wetted. Roughly
iii. S
 trike the perpendicular joints first followed by the
1.5L of water for every 1 kg of cement is needed to
horizontal bed joints.
achieve mortar with a smooth, creamy texture. An
additive in place of hydrated lime may be used to iv. The struck or tooled mortar should be dry enough
improve the workability of the mix. Mortar that is to fall away cleanly from the wall.
too dry will be difficult to push through a mortar
v. W
 hen mortar is surface dry, lightly brush the wall
bag. Mortar that is too wet may sag out of the
with a soft brush to remove excess mortar.
joints, making striking and clean-up difficult. Be
sure to let the mix set for 5 minutes to properly
wet all mortar constituents and allow for proper
hydration prior to determining proper consistency.

iii. A
 lternatively, pre-bagged grouts, suitable for wide
joints, can be used and trowelled into the joints.

iv. Fill mortar joints working up from the bottom of

the wall. Ensure facings are kept clean during
pointing.

v. S
 lightly overfill joints to account for drying
shrinkage and to ensure ease of striking.

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8. Brick cleaning

i. It is good practice to take extra care to avoid on surface of the facings. Accidental smears
smearing mortar on the wall such that cleaning is or mortar droppings should be removed using
not required. a whisk broom or stiff bristled nylon brush only
after mortar has become crumbly. A wet brush or
ii. Never sponge the mortar over the surface of the sponge should never be used.
brickwork, this will lead to mortar staining on the
surface of the bricks which is difficult to remove. iii. D
 o not use hydrochloric acid as it will react with
Care must be taken to avoid smearing mortar the Thin Tech Panel and fixings.

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07 Construction
Drawings and Details
The details in the following sections show the common junctions of Thin Tech with other building elements,
such as concrete floors and soffits, and intersections of walls. The details in this manual are for illustration
only. Stud details are interchangeable between timber or steel. For correct fastener type and size, refer to
the fastener table in under the “Design Considerations” section.

Table of Drawings
–
Figure Detail Page
1 Typical Wall Section 43
2 Typical Wall Section With Top Hats 43
3 Typical Wall Plan 43
4 Typical Wall Plan With Top Hats 43
5 Base Detail 44
6 Base Detail With Slab Rebate 44
7 Soffit Detail With Whole Facing 44
8 Soffit Detail With Cut Facing 44
9 Internal Corner 45
10 Internal Corner With Support Shim 45
11 External Corner 45
12 External Corner With Support Shim 45
13 Window Head With Metal Surround 46
14 Window Head - Flush 46
15 Window Sill With Metal Surround 46
16 Window Sill - Flush 46
17 Window Jamb With Metal Surround 47
18 Window Jamb - Flush 47
19 Window Jamb With Metal Surround and Support Shim 47
20 Meter Box Side 48
21 Meter Box Side With Support Shim 48
22 Meter Box Bottom 48
23 Meter Box Top 48
24 Parapet Capping 49
25 Parapet to Box Gutter Boundary Detail 49
26 Vertical Expansion Joint 49
27 Horizontal Expansion Joint 49
28 Trims 50

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Common Details

Min 25mm Min 25mm

Horizontal Horizontal
Min 25mm
top hat Min 25mm
top hat
Wall Fixing Wall Fixing Horizontal Horizontal
Wall Fixing Wall Fixing
top hat top hat
Breathable
Wall Fixing Breathable
Wall Fixing
Breathable
Wall Fixing Breathable
Wall Fixing
Membrane Membrane
Membrane Membrane
Breathable Breathable
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing Breathable Breathable
Membrane Membrane Thin Tech PanelMembrane
Thin Tech Panel
Membrane
PanelThin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Facing Facing Thin Tech
Tech Panel
FacingThin Tech
Tech Panel
Facing
Thin Thin
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel Structural
Thin Tech Wall Structural
Thin Tech Wall
Facing Facing

Structural Wall Structural Wall

TYPICAL WALL SECTION

TYPICAL WALL SECTION TYPICAL WALL SECTION
TYPICAL WALL
WITH TOP
SECTION
HATSWITH TOP HATS
Fig. 1. Typical wall section Fig. 2. Typical wall section with Top Hats
TYPICAL WALL SECTION
TYPICAL WALL SECTION TYPICAL WALL
TYPICAL WALL SECTION SECTION
WITH TOP HATSWITH TOP HATS

Breathable Breathable
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Membrane Membrane
Breathable Breathable
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel Structural wall Structural wall
Membrane Membrane
Wall Fixing Wall Fixing
Mechanical
Structuralfixing
Mechanical
wall Structuralfixing
wall
Breathable Breathable
Wall Fixing
Membrane Wall Fixing
Membrane
Min 25
Mechanical mm Min 25
Mechanical
fixing mm
fixing
Breathable
Structural Breathable
FrameStructural Frame Horizontal Top Hat
Horizontal Top Hat
Membrane Membrane
Min 25 mm Min 25 mm
Thin Tech Facing
Structural FrameThin Tech Facing
Structural Frame Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel
Horizontal Top Hat
Horizontal Top Hat

Thin Tech Facing

Thin Tech Facing Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel

Thin Tech Facing

Thin Tech Facing
TYPICAL WALL PLAN
TYPICAL WALL PLAN TYPICAL WALL PLAN
TYPICAL
WITH
WALL
TOPPLAN
HATSWITH TOP HATS

TYPICAL WALL PLAN

TYPICAL WALL PLAN TYPICAL
TYPICAL WALL PLAN WALL
WITH TOPPLAN
HATSWITH TOP HATS
Fig. 3. Typical wall plan Fig. 4. Typical wall plan with Top Hats

The details provided in this section are indicative only and allowances should be made for material and onsite variations. The component and assembly details demonstrate a design methodology only.
Assembly and documentation drawings should only be undertaken after reference and compliance with the relevant component’s technical data. The diagram is not to scale. For more tailored solutions
to suit individual applications, please contact Brickworks Building Products. Brickworks Building Products reserves the right to add, alter or delete components without prior notice.

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 Thin Tech Thin Tech
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel Facing Facing
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel

SOFFIT DETAILSOFFIT DETAIL SOFFIT DETAILSOFFIT

WITH CUT
DETAIL
FACING
WITH CUT FACING

Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel

Thin Tech Facing

Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel

Breathable membrane
Breathable membrane Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing

Starter G Trim with

Starter G Trim with Breathable membrane
Breathable membrane
drainage slots atdrainage slots at
1200 mm centres
1200 mm centres Starter G Trim with
Starter G Trim with
Slab edge flashing
Slab edge flashing drainage slots atdrainage slots at
and sealant. Weep
and sealant. Weep 1200 mm centres
1200 mm centres
holes screens atholes screens at
1200 mm centres.
1200 mm centres. Min 15 mm gap Min
with15
weep
mm gap with weep
Seal and drain as
Seal and drain as hole screens at hole
1200mm
screens
centres.
at 1200mm centres.
required. required. Seal and drain as
Seal
required.
and drain as required.

BASE DETAIL BASE DETAIL BASE DETAIL WITH

BASESLAB
DETAIL
REBATE
WITH SLAB REBATE
Fig. 5. Base detail Fig. 6. Base detail with slab rebate

Soffit Lining Soffit Lining Soffit Lining Soffit Lining

J Channel J Channel U Channel U Channel

min 10 mm gap min 10 mm gap

min 10 mm gap min 10 mm gap
Flexible Sealant Flexible
if Sealant if
U Channel U Channel required required

Wall Fixing Wall Fixing Cut Facing Cut Facing

Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane Wall Fixing Wall Fixing
Thin Tech Thin Tech
Facing Facing Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane

Thin Tech Thin Tech

Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel Facing Facing
Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel

SOFFIT DETAIL SOFFIT DETAIL SOFFIT DETAIL WITH

SOFFIT
CUT
DETAIL
FACING
WITH CUT FACING
Fig. 7. Soffit detail with whole facing Fig. 8. Soffit detail with cut facing

44 Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel

Thin Tech FacingThin Tech Facing

 10 mm Flexible Sealant
10 mm Flexible Sealant
Support Shim Support Shim
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
10mm Flexible Sealant
10mm Flexible Sealant
10 mm Flexible Sealant
10 mm Flexible Sealant
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Support Shim
Thin Tech Support
Facing
Thin TechShim
Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
10mm Flexible
Thin Tech PanelSealant
10mm
Thin Flexible
Tech PanelSealant
Thin Tech Panel
Breathable Thin Tech Panel
Breathable
Membrane Membrane
Thin Tech Frame
Structural Facing
Thin TechFrame
Structural Facing
Structural FrameStructural Frame
Thin Tech Panel
Breathable Thin Tech Panel
Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Structural FrameStructural Frame

Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane

INTERNAL CORNER
INTERNAL
DETAIL
CORNER DETAIL INTERNAL CORNER
INTERNAL
DETAIL
CORNER
WITH SHS
DETAIL WITH SHS
Fig. 9. Internal corner detail Fig. 10. Internal corner detail with Support Shim

INTERNAL CORNER DETAIL

INTERNAL CORNER DETAIL INTERNAL CORNER DETAIL
INTERNAL WITH SHS
CORNER DETAIL WITH SHS

Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel

Thin Tech Facing

Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin
Support PanelThin
TechShim Tech
Support Panel
Shim
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Frame
Structural Thin Tech Frame
Facing
Structural Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Support Shim
Breathable Support Shim
Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Thin Tech Membrane
Breathable PanelThin TechMembrane
Breathable Panel
Structural FrameStructural Frame
Structural FrameStructural Frame
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane

EXTERNAL CORNER
EXTERNAL
DETAIL
CORNER DETAIL EXTERNAL CORNER
EXTERNAL
DETAIL
CORNER
WITH SHS
DETAIL WITH SHS

EXTERNAL CORNER DETAIL

EXTERNAL CORNER DETAIL EXTERNAL CORNER DETAIL
EXTERNAL WITH SHS
CORNER DETAIL WITH SHS
Fig. 11. External corner detail Fig. 12. External corner detail with Support Shim

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 Window Window Window Window

Window PackerWindow Packer Window PackerWindow Packer

Window Window Window Window
Backing Rod Backing Rod Backing Rod Backing Rod
Window PackerWindow
and Sealant Packer
and Sealant Window PackerWindow
and Sealant Packer
and Sealant
Backing Rod
U Channel Backing Rod
U Channel Backing Rod Backing Rod
and Sealant and Sealant and Sealant and Sealant

11

11
11

11

U Channel U Channel

11

11
11

11

J Channel J Channel J Channel J Channel

Tape Tape Tape Tape

J Channel J Channel J Channel J Channel
Stud Framing Stud Framing Stud Framing Stud Framing
Tape Tape Tape Tape
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Stud Framing Stud Framing Stud Framing Stud Framing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Breathable Breathable Breathable Breathable
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Membrane Membrane Membrane Membrane
Breathable Breathable Breathable Breathable
Membrane
WINDOW Membrane
SILL WINDOW
METAL SURROUND
SILL METAL SURROUND WINDOW SILL WINDOW
Membrane FLUSH SILL FLUSH
Membrane
Fig. 13. Window sill metal surround Fig. 14. Window sill flush

WINDOW SILL METAL

WINDOWSURROUND
SILL METAL SURROUND WINDOW SILL FLUSH
WINDOW SILL FLUSH

Breathable Breathable Breathable Breathable

Membrane Membrane Membrane Membrane

Breathable Breathable Breathable

Thin Tech PanelBreathable
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel Membrane Membrane
Membrane Membrane
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel

Stud Framing Stud Framing Stud Framing Stud Framing

Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Tape Tape
U Channel U Channel Stud Framing Stud Framing
Stud Framing Stud Framing
Tape Tape Backing Rod Backing Rod
Tape Tape
U Channel U Channel and Sealant and Sealant
Backing Rod Backing Rod BackingShroud
Rod Window
BackingShroud
Rod
Tape
and Tape
Sealant and Sealant Window
Drainage slots Drainage
and Sealant atand Sealant
slots at
BackingPacker
Window Rod Window
BackingPacker
Rod 1200 mm centres1200 mm centres
and Sealant and Sealant Window ShroudWindow Shroud
Drainage slots at
Drainage slots at
Window Window Window
Window PackerWindow Packer 1200 mmPacker
centresWindow
1200 mmPacker
centres
Window Window
Window Window Window PackerWindow Packer

Window Window
WINDOW
WINDOW HEAD HEAD METAL SURROUND
METAL SURROUND WINDOW
WINDOW HEAD FLUSH HEAD FLUSH

WINDOW HEAD
WINDOW
METAL SURROUND
HEAD METAL SURROUND WINDOW HEAD
WINDOW
FLUSH HEAD FLUSH
Fig. 15. Window head metal surround Fig. 16. Window head flush

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 Window Window Window Window

Window PackerWindow Packer Window PackerWindow Packer

Window Window
Structural Frame
Structural Frame Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Window Packer Window Packer

Structural Frame Structural Frame

L Channel L Channel
U Channel U Channel
Window Window
Thin Tech Thin Tech
L Channel
Shroud Shroud
Breathable Breathable U Channel
Facing Facing Thin Tech Thin Tech
Membrane Membrane Panel Panel
Window Rod Backing Rod
Backing
Thin Tech
Backing Rod Backing Rod Shroud
and Sealant and Sealant
Breathable Facing Thin Tech
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel and Sealant and Sealant Breathable Breathable
Membrane Panel
Membrane Membrane
Backing Rod Thin Tech
Thin Tech
Tape Tape Backing Rod and Sealant
Thin Tech Panel and Sealant Breathable
Tape Tape Facing Facing
Membrane
Tape Thin Tech
WINDOW JAMBWINDOW
METAL SURROUND
JAMB METAL SURROUND Tape
WINDOW JAMBWINDOW
FLUSH JAMB FLUSH Facing
Fig. 17. Window jamb metal surround Fig. 18. Window jamb flush

WINDOW JAMB METAL SURROUND WINDOW JAMB FLUSH

Window Window

Window PackerWindow Packer

Window
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Window Packer

Structural Frame

U Channel U Channel

Backing Rod Backing Rod Thin Tech Thin Tech

U Channel
and Sealant and Sealant Facing Facing

Backing Rod Thin Tech

Tape Tape Breathable Breathable
and Sealant Facing
Membrane Membrane

Tape Breathable
Support Shim Support Shim
Membrane
Thin Tech Thin Tech
Support Shim Panel
Panel

Thin Tech
WINDOW JAMBWINDOW
METAL SURROUND
JAMB METAL
WITH
SURROUND
SHS WITH SHS
Panel

WINDOW JAMB METAL SURROUND WITH SHS

Fig. 19. Window jamb metal surround with
Support Shim

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 Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel

Thin Tech Panel

Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Structural Frame
Structural Frame Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Structural Frame Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Support Shim Support Shim
Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Tape Tape Window Shroud Window Shroud

Min 10 mm Min 10 mm Support Shim Support Shim

Tape Tape
Flexible Sealant
Flexible Sealant
Tape Tape Window Shroud Window Shroud
Min 10 mm Min 10 mm
Min 10 mm Min 10 mm Flexible Sealant
Tape Flexible Sealant
Tape
Flexible Sealant
Flexible Sealant
Electrical
Min 10 mmBox Min
Electrical
10 mmBox
Flexible Sealant
Flexible Sealant

Fig. 20. Meter box side Electrical

Fig. 21. Meter box side Box
withElectrical
Support Box
Shim

Electrical Box Electrical Box

Window Shroud
Window Shroud Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Electrical Box Electrical Box
Min 10 mm Min 10 mm Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Flexible
Window Sealant
Shroud Flexible
Window Sealant
Shroud Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
J Channel
Min 10 mmJ Channel
Min 10 mm Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick
Flexible Sealant
Flexible Sealant
Tape Tape Structural Frame
Window Shroud Structural Frame
Window Shroud
J Channel J Channel
Thin Tech BrickThin Tech Brick Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick
Tape Tape
Tape Tape Window Shroud Window Shroud
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Min 10 mm Min 10 mm
Thin Tech Brick
Thin Tech Brick Flexible
Tape Sealant
TapeFlexible Sealant
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Structural Frame
Structural Frame Electrical Box Electrical Box
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane Min 10 mm Min 10 mm
Flexible Sealant
Flexible Sealant
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel

Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane Electrical Box Electrical Box

Fig. 22. Meter box bottom Fig. 23. Meter box top

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 Minimum 3˚
Minimum 3˚
slope slope Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Timber Batten Timber
(cut to size)
Batten (cutMinimum
to size) 3˚Minimum 3˚ Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing

J Channel J Channel
slope slope Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Timber
Timber Batten (cut Batten (cut to size)
to size) Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Parapet Capping
Parapet Capping Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane
J Channel J Channel Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Parapet CappingParapet Capping Breathable U Channel
BreathableUMembrane
Membrane Channel
Tape Tape
Structural Frame
Structural Frame Box Gutter Box Gutter
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel U Channel U Channel
Tape Tape
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane Box Gutter Box Gutter
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Breathable Membrane
Breathable Membrane

Thin Tech Facing

Thin Tech Facing

Fig. 24. Parapet capping Fig. 25. Parapet box gutter boundary detail

Structural Frame
Structural Frame

Wall Fixing Wall Fixing

Structural Frame
Structural Frame
Expansion JointExpansion Joint
Wall Fixing Wall Fixing

Expansion JointExpansion Joint

Trim 10 mm from
Trim 10 mm from
top of panel top of panel
Breathable Breathable
Membrane Membrane Trim 10 mm from
Trim 10 mm from
top of panel Breathable
Breathable top of panel
Breathable
Structural Breathable
Structural
Frame Frame Membrane Membrane
Membrane Membrane
Thin Tech Facing
Breathable Thin Tech Facing
Breathable
Backing rod and Backing rod and
Structural sealant
FrameStructuralsealant
Frame Membrane Membrane
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel
Thin Tech Panel Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing
Backing rod and
Backing rod and
sealant sealant
Thin Tech Facing
Thin Tech Facing Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel
Thin Tech PanelThin Tech Panel

Thin Tech Facing

Thin Tech Facing

Fig. 26. Vertical expansion joint Fig. 27. Horizontal expansion joint

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G Channel - Starter Trim J Channel U Channel

Window Shroud Thin Tech Parapet Channel

Support Shim

Fig. 28. Trims

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