The Bradnams

difference
Welcome to the Summer edition of The Bradnams Difference.
In this edition, we look at our NATA Testing Rig and how our Signature Sliding
Window can benet you. We also have another fabulous Feature Home
to get your creative juices owing, and more on Energy Efciency.
One Site, All the Benets
www.bradnams.com.au
Issue 04 Summer 2010
NATA Testing Rig
Here at Bradnams we are fortunate to have our own certied
NATA* Testing Rig. Having this facility here on site means
we can keep up with the latest developments in water,
wind and energy efciency regulations.
There are 6 steps to the testing process.
n Preloading Applying pressure, both negative
and positive
n Deection Testing interlock, mullion and transom
capabilities
n Operating Forces How much pressure it takes to
move sliding sashes
n Air Filtration Testing the sealing of the product
n Water penetration
n Ultimate Testing Testing the product to failure
Due to our rigorous testing, Bradnams customers can be
assured that we stand behind all our products, both in
quality and performance.
*NATA provides independent assurance of technical competence
through a proven network of best practice industry experts.
It is part of Australias standards and conformance structure.
In this Issue
One Site, All the Benets
Feature Home
Featured Product
Energy 4 Windows
Feature Home
Nature Lover
Kaha Homes is a company that prides itself in building
environmentally sustainable homes which has seen them
win countless awards. The home featured is a great
testament to their eco-friendly ingenuity.
Built over 5 levels to take advantage of the sloping block,
the entrance uses clever custom designed full length
glass panels which add a dimension of space and style.
An impressive media room is accessed by an oversized
sliding door creating its opulent feel. Able to fully retract
into the wall, the frosted panels provide privacy while
complimenting the open plan feel of the home.
Soaring 3.6m, the ceilings on the lower level are framed
with custom made aluminium bi-fold doors and louvres,
enabling optimal air ow eliminating the need for air
conditioning on this level.
Bradnams Windows & Doors
elegantly simple
classic design
Introducing the Signature Sliding Window
Features and Benets
n Large and expansive sizes (up to 2.7m high and 5.4m wide)
n Multiple congurations available including stacking options
(4 standard / 3 non-standard)
n Mortice lock on the handle ensures superior security
n Part of the Signature range of products similar looks and
lines so that a seamless family appearance is achieved
Bradnams now have a product that is
bigger, better and more versatile, to
meet the high standards that customers
expect in their window options.
Featured Product
Bradnams Windows & Doors
We hope you enjoyed the Summer edition of
The Bradnams Difference
If you have any queries, the contact details of our Sales Managers
are below. Keep an eye out for our Autumn edition later next year.
Regards,
Jason Drewe | SEQ Regional Manager
jason.drewe@bradnams.com.au Copyright Bradnams Windows & Doors
Where you build changes your energy requirements
Cooling Climate
Cooling climates are the warmer regions of Australia in
which the priority is windows and doors capable of keeping
the heat outside the home. In order to achieve this result,
the windows and doors need to have a low SHGC and
low U-values.
Mixed Climate
These climates are the areas that uctuate between hot
and cold and require windows and doors that can help
maintain the energy for winter and deect the heat in the
warmer months. This is best achieved by windows and
doors with low U-values, high SHGCs if facing north but
low SHGCs when facing west and east.
John McCall
Brisbane Sales Manager
john.mccall@bradnams.com.au
Andrew Butts
Gold Coast Sales Manager
andrew.butts@bradnams.com.au
Ashley Woods
Sunshine Coast Sales Manager
ashley.woods@bradnams.com.au
Energy 4 Windows
less energy | more savings | better future
U-value is the rate of heat loss or gain across a material or an assembly it is a measure of insulation.
SHGC refers to how well a product blocks heat caused by sunlight.
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