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SPECIFYING THE MOST IMPORTANT DESIGN ELEMENT
FOR KEEPING INSECTS OUT
Barbeques, buzzing flies and mozzies are intrinsic to Australian living. All three are also best kept outside.
The desire to keep insects out has made the use of flyscreens a requisite of residential design in Australia. Retractable flyscreens fitted to bi-fold, sliding and French doors have been the go-to product to protect against mosquito bites and flies spreading germs- while still allowing fresh air in, without losing the view.
With the trend towards larger openings for window and door spaces, coupled with Australia’ s harsh and unpredictable climactic conditions, the instance of sagging and blowouts in flyscreens is a common issue faced by homeowners.
That is why Australian company, Freedom Retractable Screens, has invested so much into the research, design and development of a retractable flyscreen that provides superior resistance against sagging and blowouts, even in the harshest conditions.
Also on the drawing board and available soon, is a retractable insect screen that can be built higher and wider than ever before. This screen features a tiny 12mm bottom track, which can, in many cases, negate the use of a recessed track.
The Infinity Zipline Series of retractable screens from Freedom Retractable Screens offers the perfect fusion of discreet style and cutting-edge technology. Central to the screen’ s high wind resistance is its patented mesh-to-track retention system. This screen features stronger mesh that is‘ locked in’ to guarantee that screens protect against insects getting in – giving peace of mind to the occupants and confidence to the designer or builder that they have specified the highest quality product.
Also unique to the Infinity Zipline Series is its patented brake system. This enables the screen to stop safely in any position along the track and eliminates unsafe springbacks.
Freedom Retractable Screens also offer the new 80mm and 120mm Smartscreen- which can be fully motorised for ease of use. The Smartscreen is a great choice for outdoor enclosures or balconies. The housing fits at the top in a neat and discreet design and can be fitted with insect mesh or a choice of translucent or block-out fabric.
Available in a wide range of finishes and custom colours and in a large variety of UV resistant fibreglass mesh options, any design requirements can be catered for. With the ability to screen extra-large openings of up to 9 metres, the Infinity Zipline Series is the ideal solution for just about any screening requirement.
To find out more, visit www. freedomscreens. com. au
SCREENLINE ® INTERNAL BLIND SYSTEMS
now manufactured in australia by aig
Utilising advanced glass processing technology and rigorous quality control systems, the experienced team at AIG now manufacture ScreenLine ® Internal glazing systems in Australia.
Recognised internationally as one of the most advanced integrated blind systems available, the ScreenLine ® system offers the most extensive range of products, designed to meet every need related to shading, colour selection, screening and advanced operating systems.
In an AIG ScreenLine ® system, the blind( venetian, pleated or roller system) is fully contained and sealed within the glass panels of an IGU- triple glazing is also an option. Movement of the blind for manual or motorised systems does not compromise the thermal properties of the IGU, the system performs in a totally sealed environment.
Units are customised and manufactured to meet individual project specifications with Toughened Safety Glass and Argon as standard in every AIG ScreenLine ® system manufactured in Australia. Glass specifications can be customised to meet individual design or thermal performance criteria.
For further information, email phil @ australianig. com. au
Windows Magazine Summer 2016 35