Form · Sizes pending
Systems — indicative fig. C·40
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon Data pending Per-m² sourceCompressive 1000MPa StructuralDesign life 20yr
Adaptive facade systems that use sensors and automation to modulate solar gains, daylight, and ventilation for energy and comfort improvements.
01 Physical
Density 2500kg/m³
Specific gravity 2.5
Porosity 0%
Water absorption 0%
Hardness 540
UV resistance 99
Chemical resistance Excellent
pH tolerance 3-11
Surface roughness 0.002µm
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 42MPa
Compressive strength 1000MPa
Flexural strength 45MPa
Shear strength 25MPa
Poisson's ratio 0.22
Impact resistance AS 2208 Grade A
Creep resistance Excellent
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 1W/m·K
Specific heat 840J/kg·K
Thermal expansion 9×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Fire resistance level Non-combustible
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 810kgCO2e/m²
Carbon footprint 85
Embodied energy 49MJ/kg
Water footprint 150L/kg
Recyclability 95%
Recycled content 20%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 6.5
VOC emissions Negligible
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 2
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 20-30 years
Maintenance interval Annual inspection
Warranty period 5-10 years
Material cost (range) $300-900/m²
Material cost (per unit) $600/m²
Lead time 12-16 weeks
Lifecycle cost $1200-2000/m²
Annual maintenance $5-10/m²
Market availability Limited - import required
07 Assessment
Advantages
- 20-40% energy savings demonstrated
- Dynamic solar heat gain control (SHGC 0.09-0.41)
- Eliminates need for blinds/shading
- UV protection 99%
- Maintains views when tinted
- Automated BMS integration
- Non-combustible per AS 1530.1
- BAL-40 achievable
Constraints
- High initial cost ($400-1400/m² installed)
- 3-20 minute switching time
- Limited Australian manufacturers
- 12-16 week lead times
- Requires electrical integration
- No specific Australian standards
- Performance solution pathway required
- Limited local technical support
08 Applications
A1 Commercial office facades
A2 Educational institution skylights
A3 Healthcare facility windows
A4 Retail atrium glazing
A5 High-performance residential
A6 Airport terminals
A7 Cultural institutions
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.