Facade Engineering and Certification
Façade systems must be designed, tested, and certified to meet strict structural and safety standards. These requirements go beyond appearance-they ensure the façade can withstand wind pressures, accommodate building movement, and safely support glass and cladding elements throughout the life of the building.
Our team provides independent façade engineering and certification services, covering:
- Design calculations and verification – assessing framing, glass, anchors, and brackets against Australian Standards (AS/NZS 1170, AS 1288, AS/NZS 1664, AS 4100).
- Form 15 design certification – issued by RPEQ engineers for regulatory compliance and approval.
- Construction stage inspections – reviewing installation quality, tolerances, and fixing methods, supported by photographic reporting.
- Form 12 installation certification – confirming works have been installed in accordance with the certified design and industry best practice.
- Specialist technical support – addressing design clarifications, latent conditions, and contractor queries during construction.
This service gives building owners, developers, and project managers confidence that façade works are compliant, structurally sound, and properly certified, reducing the risk of costly remedial works or regulatory challenges in the future.
Optional services include witnessing AAMA 501.2 hose testing to verify façade water resistance under field conditions. We provide independent reporting on test results, sampling methodology, acceptance criteria, and rectification recommendations.
Where required, we also review and certify thermal performance assessments (U-Value and SHGC) to confirm compliance with Section J of the NCC. Certified results are incorporated into Form 15 documentation.
