Last week the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) Data was released. At 6.1% for the last annum, this is the highest it’s been for more than 20 years.
Why Has the Price Gone Up So Much?
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Colin Beattie
CEO
Colin Beattie is a leader in customised architectural lining solutions that balance aesthetics with performance. Under his leadership, SUPAWOOD has built a reputation for distinctiveness and quality manufacturing.
He champions SUPAWOOD’s commitment to architecturally distinctive solutions, expert, personalised service and compliant, sustainable systems that meet the highest standards of fire, acoustic and seismic performance.
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Are SUPAWOOD Acoustic Panels Acoustically Certified?
The short answer is, absolutely! At SUPAWOOD, we design and manufacture industry-leading, high-functioning acoustic wall and ceiling panels that combine beautiful form and high function, which have been used in many notable architectural projects across Australia.
Are SUPAWOOD products sustainable?
At SUPAWOOD, we pride ourselves on designing, manufacturing and supplying our clients with fully compliant and sustainable solutions for their projects – with the ability to meet any sustainability or Green Star Certified Buildings Australia requirements.
Do SUPAWOOD Products Address Seismic Compliance Requirements?
At SUPAWOOD, our team can provide you with all the required information for you to achieve a sound solution reflecting the NCC 2019 testing…
How Should We Deal with the Ambiguities in the BCA?
Supawood has a simple way of handling any ambiguity that apply to fire safety and compliance in accordance with Building Codes of Australia and Fire Resistance Levels (FRL) that apply to building products and materials.
Can SUPAWOOD Interpret My Acoustic Report?
Acoustics lie at the heart all of we do here at Supawood, that’s why Supawood is the market leader in the industry when it comes to acoustic panels and decorative linings.
Can I Customise SUPASLAT?
Customisation doesn’t have to mean compromising on compliance. Discover how SUPAWOOD’s unique Surface Area Calculator allows for bespoke timber slat designs while maintaining certified Fire Group 1, 2, or 3 ratings under NCC 2022/2025.
What Changes Were Made to the Green Star Building Standard in 2022? Part: 2
Following on from Part 1 of What changes were made to the Green Star Building Standard in 2022, Part 2 explains how Responsible Product Credits work, the building elements under which points are awarded, how a product scores a good Responsible Product Value (RPV), what third party certification systems are recognised as Green Star Certified Buildings Australia, and other Green Star certification requirements that are important to sustainable building.
What Changes Were Made to the Green Star Building Standard in 2022? Part: 1
GBCA stands for the Green Building Council of Australia, who have been Australia’s leading authority on the sustainable built environment since 2002. The GBCA was established to lead the sustainable transformation of the built environment, which it does by promoting green building programs, technologies, design practices and operations and by promoting the integration of green building initiatives into mainstream design, construction and operation of buildings.
Are SUPAWOOD Beams Structural?
SUPAWOOD products are designed as decorative linings systems. Our fixings are engineered for products to be secured to wall or ceiling framing as lightweight, decorative, or acoustic features to a space.
What Lengths Do Beams Come in and Can the MAXI BEAM Sizes Be Customised?
Maxi Beams Standard lengths differ due to finish and fire required substrates – standard wood timber beam lengths detailed below on both MR & FR MDF substrates (MR MDF Fire Group 3 & FR MDF Fire Group 2)
Fire Rating, Fire Retardancy or Fire Resistance – What is the Difference?
Confusion between “Fire Retardant” and “Fire Resistance” can lead to major compliance errors. One governs how a material burns (Group Numbers), while the other governs structural containment (FRL). This 2026 guide clarifies these definitions under the current NCC 2022 and 2025 standards to ensure your interior linings are specified correctly.