Progress at Knotwood comes with Purpose. Take a look into why we've installed solar panels at our factory in the Gold Coast, and how this impacts our sustainability initiative.

Nero Apartments is the first project to feature Fairview's new solid aluminium façade product, Vitradual.

It is often stated that the façade industry is dynamic and constantly evolving in order to meet the needs of the sector. 

ATDC has recently installed its heavy duty RS9 Aluminium roller shutter to secure the bar counter at The Sherwood Macarthur at The Wests Tennis Centre near Leumeah near Sydney.

Weatherproofing is a critical factor when it comes to choosing façade cladding material

In today's world, where sustainability is at the forefront of our minds, businesses like Modinex are making a difference by revolutionising how we think about Aluminium and the supply chain. Recognising the importance of responsible sourcing and choosing more sustainable materials, the Modinex team has decided to switch to Capral's LocAl® Green Lower Carbon Aluminium. Modinex has partnered with Capral, Australia's leading aluminium supplier, to reduce the carbon footprint of products within their offering by choosing a lower-carbon aluminium option up front. "One of the reasons we love working with Aluminium is that it is 100% recyclable; in fact, most of the Aluminium ever produced is still in use. Aluminium is light and resilient and can be easily fabricated and finished. It is durable, low maintenance, and perfect for use in the built environment. The only drawback is that it is highly energy-intensive to produce. LocAl® allows us to capture all the wonderful benefits aluminium brings to our products whilst reducing the emissions associated with the material upfront." Dean Crowther, Head of Marketing and Architectural Specification at Modinex. The Capral LocAl® Green Lower Carbon aluminium option provides Modinex access to primary Aluminium produced using alternative energy sources, offering a substantially lower embodied carbon than global averages for primary aluminium production. LocAl® Green has a CO2e of 8kg CO2e/Kg Al versus the current global average of 13.9kg CO2e/Kg Al* "Capral's LocAl® Green is now our standard material for our Alu Selekta Castellation and Alu Selekta Channel ranges, which also carry Code Mark Certification, are Cyclone Rated and Salt Walter Certified. LocAl® is also standard on our Alu Batten and Austratus Fin & Flat products." "All of our Aluminium products are available in Interpon or Dulux powder coating finishes or our signature Double Baked powder coat timber grain that provides a 25-year structural warranty and 15-year warranty against fading, highly regarded within the industry" adds Dean. Modinex products are used throughout Australia in commercial and residential spaces; their market-leading brands are synonymous with quality, reliability, and innovation. Modinex's LocAl® Green Lower Carbon Aluminium is extruded locally within Australia by Capral, reducing transportation-related emissions, supporting the local economy, and carrying the increasingly important Aluminium Stewardship (ASI) certification. During 2023, Capral Aluminium was certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3 and Chain of Custody (CoC) V2 for the extrusion, warehousing and distribution of aluminium products and services. The certifications apply to all of Capral's 26 facilities, composed of mills, distribution centres, and trade centres spread across every state and territory in Australia. These certifications recognise Capral's commitment to responsible production, sourcing, and management of aluminium products, providing Modinex and their clients with added assurance about the responsible sourcing of their aluminium products. "In addition to supplying Aluminium products, Modinex has a range of timber batten and cladding options; we have come to rely upon the forestry certifications of our suppliers as assurance about the responsible management of the timber products we source. Our entire range of natural timber species has full PEFC™ Certification. It is wonderful that a similar program exists for Aluminium, and the Capral has taken the initiative to achieve certification against the rigorous standards." Dean says. Modinex's choice to use LocAl® Green Lower Carbon Aluminium from Capral showcases its dedication to sustainability and leadership in environmentally responsible manufacturing. By prioritising the sourcing of lower carbon aluminium carrying ASI Certification, Modinex takes steps towards reducing the carbon footprint of their finished aluminium products. Whilst maintaining high-quality standards, Architects, designers, and builders have come to associate with their market-leading brands. * Kilograms emitted per kilogram of aluminium produced – Aluminium Smelting and Casting

Ever wondered if there was a safe and stylish alternative to wood that doesn't compromise on aesthetics?

When it comes to sustainability, aluminium emerges as a viable alternative to timber.

The structural properties of Fairview's engineered aluminium panel, Vitracore G2, have been independently tested to determine the bending (load and displacement characteristics) of the panel.

Fairview's engineered aluminium panel, Vitracore G2, has a profiled core that can sustain shear loads and prevent buckling of the facings under compressive loading.

Stryüm is a rainscreen cladding system that can provide a multisensory experience

“They know what sustainable buildings look like and what it takes to achieve them – and they picked LocAl.” Hear more from Capral’s Corporate Marketing and Communications Manager Kellie Moore on why its lower-carbon #aluminium offer #LocAl, was selected as the Green Building Product category winner at the 2023 #SustainabilityAwards in @AuManufacturing news and media

Breaking new ground in sustainable construction, Capral has achieved yet another milestone with its Lower carbon aluminium offer, LocAl®, recognised at the 2023 Architecture and Design Sustainability Awards as the Green Building Product category winner. In an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, Capral's locally extruded, lower-carbon aluminium stands out as a testament to the company's commitment to sustainable practices and aluminium stewardship. 

Australia’s leading solar mounting manufacturer SUNLOCK is giving back to the renewable sector by taking an industry-leading position and switching 100% of their Sunlock C-Channel Solar Rails to LocAl® Green Lower Carbon Aluminium supplied by Capral.

‍Aluminium has long been recognized as a versatile material. Its properties lend it to diverse applications - its popularity in public art and Sculpture continues to grow, and Capral is very proud to have supported a number of the spectacular works currently exhibited as part of Sculpture by the Sea Bondi.

In an era where sustainability is paramount, a newcomer to the aluminium batten and cladding market – Alteria Aluminium Systems is responding directly to a growing awareness amongst architects and designers of the need to decarbonise the built environment.

Our KingZip standing seam aluminium roofing system was integral to the design and sustainability outcomes when Caulfield Grammar School’s state-of-the-art aquatic and wellbeing centre was constructed.

BAB Aluminium Pty Ltd, a leader in the aluminium seating industry, has taken a significant step towards prioritising the environment by switching to LocAl® Super Green Low Carbon Aluminium supplied by Capral Aluminium.

Among architectural building product suppliers, DECO Australia stands out. This family-run enterprise has transformed aluminium aesthetics in Australia using a cutting-edge sublimation process from Italy, and introduced to the Australian market by Founder and Director Ross Doonan, a visionary with a wealth of industry experience.

Check out Capral's latest feature in Green Review Magazine about our recent Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) certification.

MBS Architectural, known for its commitment to excellence in the built environment, has taken an industry-leading position, switching to Capral's LocAl® Green Lower Carbon Aluminium for its Apollo Concealed Clip Aluminium Batten System. The move offers architects, designers, builders and developers a cleaner, greener, lower carbon aluminium batten solution for their projects.

Going to Aldi for some bread and coming home with a two man tent, a chainsaw, a trumpet and Two KRGS Series III Aluminium Roller Shutters

Situated on the fairways of The Pines Golf Course in Sanctuary Cove, QLD sits a masterpiece ‘Stratum House.’

Lightweight, durable and non warping. Knotwood's aluminium cladding system is low maintenance and doesn’t require repainting, making it a practical and cost-effective solution for any building.