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TECHNICAL COMMITTEE REPORT
RUSSELL HARRIS Technical Manager , AWA
The AWA Technical Committee recently held its third meeting for the year , coinciding with AusFenEx16 on the Gold Coast . The committee is busy with a range of standards currently under review as well as several exciting initiatives going forward . If you have any items of interest or issues you would like the committee to discuss , contact technical @ awa . org . au
AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS UNDER REVIEW
There are a number of standards currently under review , with several recently progressing through the public comment phase .
• AS / NZS 4420.1 Windows , External Glazed , Timber and Composite Doors - Methods of Test replaces the current standard Parts 0-6 . The new standard named Part 1 will be designated as an AS / NZS joint standard . The public comment period has closed and the standard will go to ballot this year .
• AS 4420.2 Protection of Openable Windows / Fall Prevention – Methods of Test is a new standard being introduced to address testing methods for windows fitted with fall prevention devices or screens , based largely on the current ICP . 005 developed by the AWA . The public comment period has closed and the standard is likely to go to ballot this year .
• AS 4420.3 Window and Door Acoustics – Methods of Test is nearing completion as a draft standard and is likely to be opened for public comment this year .
• AS 2688 Timber and Composite Doors is being revised to incorporate a number of older standards covering selection , identification , installation , finishing , maintenance and performance of timber and composite doors and door-sets in both internal and external applications .
• AS 3959 Construction of Building in Bushfire Prone Areas is currently being re-written . There is no intent to increase the performance levels of the existing BALs . The objective of the revision is to reformat the standard into tables for easier use . Drafting is nearing completion and it is expected to be released for public comment later this year .
ACOUSTIC TESTING
The AWA Technical Committee , in conjunction with the CSIRO , have put together a proposal for joint industry acoustic testing to be undertaken in October / November this year . The AWA is currently seeking expressions of interest from members who may wish to participate . The proposal was recently circulated to all members , but if you missed a copy , or would like more information , please email technical @ awa . org . au
INSTALLATION PROJECT
Filming has been completed and the videos are now in the final stages of editing . The Technical Committee is undertaking a review of the installation manual and will commence shortly with a major re-write of this important document . Several improvements are planned , including three-dimensional drawings to assist with understanding the flashing and weatherproofing requirements , methodologies to assist builders in determining what measures are appropriate for various building types and locations , and specific information on a wide range of issues affecting window installation .
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