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EVERITE ’ S 54-HECTARE MANUFACTURING FACILITY NEAR JOHANNESBURG
fibre-cement material - asbestos-free Nutec . Initially launched in the late 1980 ’ s with the manufacture of asbestos-free Nutec flat sheets , the formula is now applied to all products and components manufactured by Everite Building Products .
Comprising a special mix of Portland cement , silica , additives and organic fibres ( wood-cellulose ), asbestos-free NUTEC exhibits exceptional high-performance properties when compared to traditional fibre cement products . The added benefits include : the use of safe renewable fibres ; considerable tensile strength with enhanced dynamic load bearing properties ; excellent thermal properties ; water and wind resistance ; hail resistance ; fire resistance and resistance to fungus , rodents , and acid .
NUTEC PRODUCT APPLICATIONS Nutec Slate Roofing The elegant Nutec slates allow for complicated roof configurations from circular applications to finely detailed dormer windows , hips or valleys .
The Nutec Roofing Range is complemented with all necessary finishing components including Nutec Facias and Barge Board Covers .
Nutec Ceilings The Nutec range of ceiling products provides a wide choice in terms of aesthetics , performance and cost whilst exhibiting exceptional performance properties .
Featuring high strength and dimensional stability , the inherent properties of cement ensure that Nutec ceilings will not deteriorate with age , rot or be damaged by termites or rodents . In addition , they are non-combustible and form a perfect firebreak . Being lightweight ensures quick and easy installation notwithstanding the savings made in transport .
And to add that perfect finish for any ceiling , the Nu Cornice from Everite provides simple style and elegance .
NUTEC CEILING BOARD : SUITABLE FOR INDOOR OR OUTDOOR USE
NUTEC SLATE ROOFING FOR ST STITHIANS COLLEGE , SANDTON Photo courtesy of Carlisle & Associates Consulting Civil & Structural Engineers
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