Facade Engineering

Horizon Façade Engineers is a trusted authority in comprehensive façade assessments and certifications. Our capabilities encompass a wide range of services essential for ensuring the integrity and compliance of building facades.

1.01 / Façade Detail Review

Our experts conduct thorough reviews of all façade elements, including brick walls, cladded walls, and windows. We perform weatherproofing testing and verify compliance with AS2047 for windows, certifying that they meet manufacturer specifications. Additionally, we calculate balcony set-down requirements and certify architectural levels for acceptability.

1.02 / Structural Design and Certification for Curtain Walls

Deluge, Wall Wetting, and Drencher Systems: We provide expert solutions for deluge, wall wetting, and drencher systems, crucial for high-risk areas. These systems are engineered to release a substantial volume of fire suppressants swiftly to combat fires effectively.

1.03 / Wind Loading Certification

We review and certify façades for wind loading in accordance with AS1170.0-2002, ensuring that structures are designed to withstand wind forces effectively.

1.04 / Façade Compliance Report

Our team issues comprehensive façade reports that assess and review proposed façade designs in alignment with NCC2022 Part B1 (non-load-bearing component) and relevant standards, including AS1170.0-2002, AS1170.1-2002, AS1170.2-2011, AS1170.3-2003, and AS1170.4-2007.

1.05 / NCC2022 F3P1 Weatherproofing

We specialize in NCC2022 F3P1 weatherproofing assessments, ensuring that façades are constructed to withstand environmental elements while maintaining their performance over time.

1.06 / Condensation Modeling

Our services include advanced condensation modeling to predict and mitigate potential condensation issues within the façade, ensuring a comfortable and durable interior environment.

1.07 / Thermal Performance Assessment

We conduct comprehensive thermal performance assessments, ensuring that façades meet energy efficiency and insulation requirements, and provide recommendations for optimizing thermal performance.

1.08 / Comprehensive Inspections

Our services include advanced condensation modeling to predict and mitigate potential condensation issues within the façade, ensuring a comfortable and durable interior environment.

1.09 / Compliance with DBP Act

We review and approve façade elements in accordance with the relevant legislative requirements, including the Design and Building Practitioners Act (DBP Act). We also provide design declarations as necessary.

Horizon Façade Engineers combines technical expertise, compliance knowledge, and a commitment to precision to deliver thorough façade assessments and certifications, ensuring the longevity, safety, and performance of building exteriors. Partner with us for trusted façade engineering solutions tailored to your project’s unique requirements.