Weathertex gets Platinum... naturally

THE FIRST MANUFACTURED PRODUCT GLOBALLY TO ACHIEVE PLATINUM GREENTAG TM CERTIFICATION Weathertex is playing a role in improving the sustainability of Australian construction products and practices.

Weathertex ratings Weathertex is the leading manufacturer of natural Australian hardwood weatherboards and Architectural Panels. We have been through a rigorous evaluation from Global GreenTag to determine our green performance and we are proud to announce we are the FIRST GLOBAL manufactured product to receive a GreenTag Platinum certification with a GreenRate Level A for our natural range products. We have also received Gold certification for our primed flat cladding (Classic/ Selflok) and wall panel sheets. Through an independent evaluation of our life cycle assessment, environmental and health impact over the life of our products as well as eco toxicity, we ve been able to meet the requirements set by the Green Building Council of Australia s Green Star program, achieving maximum rating points for wall cladding and panels. What is GreenTag CertTM? Ecospecifier Global GreenTag CertTM is a third party, multi-criteria, consensus based and externally verified Type 1 ecolabelling program. One of the largest product sustainability certification systems in Australia and globally. GreenTag is the only Certification Mark in the sector approved by the Australia Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), the US Patents and Trademarks Office and green building rating tools, across the globe. For more information refer to www.globalgreentag.com

Weathergroove Natural

Weathertex gets PLATINUM naturally Weathertex natural range contains no toxic or health impacting chemicals at all stages of production, use and end of life and has an extremely low GreenTag EcoPOINT of 0.14. See website for more information and disclaimers. Sustainability Assessment Category - AVERAGE SCORES Product Synergy 0.75 WORLD LEADERS The Best of the Best Health & Ecotoxicity 0.00 Green Tag EcoPOINT 0.14 GREENRATE LEVEL (GBCA Approved Scheme ID=A8) A Biodiversity LCA Score GHG = -4.7kgC0 e/unit² Social Responsibility 0.12 0.05-0.15 0.40 Low Score = Better Performance (Score Range -1 to +1) Company Weathertex Pty Ltd Product Unprimed Flat Sheets and Weatherboards* Licence No. WEACT001-001-A-2016 Product Category Weathertex *When used as a raw product Comments: GHG figure based on cradle to gate LCA, calculated in accordance with ISO14064. The LCA study was conducted in accordance with ISO 14040/44 standard and the draft Product Category Rules: Panel - Interior - MDF. Platinum is the highest level of achievement under the LCA Rate program and indicates World leading in its market category. Choosing eco-friendly products can be difficult, especially when there s a plethora of building compliance, standards and opinions to consider. It can be overwhelming but Weathertex has made it easier for the environmentally conscious designers, architects and builders that are still wanting a durable, high quality and easy to install product. Scan QR code to see the wide range of styles available within Weathertex natural range.

ExteriorBoard/HighImpact Smooth

Weathertex gets GOLD naturally Weathertex primed flat sheets and panels have received Gold GreenTag certification. See website for more information and disclaimers. Sustainability Assessment Category - AVERAGE SCORES Product Synergy 1.00 EXCELLENCE Best in the category Health & Ecotoxicity 0.00 Green Tag EcoPOINT 0.16 GREENRATE LEVEL (GBCA Approved Scheme ID=A8) A Biodiversity LCA Score GHG = -4.4kgC0 e/unit² Social Responsibility 0.12 0.06-0.15 0.40 Low Score = Better Performance (Score Range -1 to +1) Company Weathertex Pty Ltd Product Primed Flat Sheets and Weatherboards Licence No. WEACT001-001-B-2016 Product Category Weathertex *When used as a raw product Comments: GHG figure based on cradle to gate LCA, calculated in accordance with ISO14064. The LCA study was conducted in accordance with ISO 14040/44 standard and the draft Product Category Rules: Panel - Interior - MDF. A Gold award indicates an EXCELLENT product in its market category. Global GreenTagCert Level A LCA Rate Gold Certified, durable, formaldehyde-free flat sheets and weatherboards pre-primed with an acrylic, water-based primer and made of sustainably-sourced Australian hardwood timber. Suitable for use in residential and commercial applications. Scan QR code to see the wide range of styles and profiles available that meet the Greentag Gold certification.

GreenTag process (lifecycle analysis) Wastage Raw Material Use LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT Processing Distribute Production Package

Features and benefits ASSURANCE In addition to GBCA recognition, GreenTag is one of the most accredited third party certifiers globally being in accordance with ISO 14024, 14040-4, 14025, 14065-67 and 9001. GreenTag is independently certified to ISO 9001 and verified to ISO 17065. GreenTag is approved by the ACCC as a National Certification Mark in Australia and by the USA Patents and Trademarks Office for the US. PRACTICALITY Allows for the industry to use the product LCA for life cycle impact and greenhouse gas emission analysis of buildings that have Weathertex natural range. GreenTag is the only certification system that facilitates Building Information Modelling (BIM) based LCA modelling of whole buildings using branded product data. Full confidentiality is maintained BIM is the way of the future. EFFICIENCY GreenTag allows you to obtain materials credits in Green Building Schemes like Green Star, LEED and BREEAM. LCARate Certification provides ISO 14040 compliant LCA and EPDs that comply with the Certified Materials and Pilot credits in Green Star, LEED and BREEAM. TRUST GreenTag GreenRate is a recognised third party certifier for Green Building Council of Australia s (GBCA) Green Star and can certify in a single certificate, Materials Calculator, VOCs, Formaldehyde Reduction and Best Practice PVC credits.

Selflok Ecogroove 150 Natural

Our Commitment At Weathertex, our commitment to providing the design and building industry with sustainably sourced products has driven a pursuit of the highest possible environmental standards. This commitment is reflected in our attainment of a Platinum Global GreenTag for Weathertex Natural Range and Gold for Primed Flat Sheets certifications from respected external environmental organisations, including Global GreenTag CertTM. Our continued product innovation focuses on reducing environmental impact, as well as complying with environmental legislation and recognised certification. Our aim is to remain the leading supplier of timber cladding and architectural panels that have marketing leading environmental impact, through the development of sustainable products and processes, adds Paul Michael, Chairman. Architects, designers, builders and end-users are looking for more environmentally friendly project outcomes. At Weathertex we are fully aware of the impact manufacturers can have on the environment and make every effort to continually assess and improve our business processes to ensure we meet all environmental requirements and legislation without comprising on quality or performance.