AWA

The Australian Window Association is made up of over 500 window manufacturers and industry suppliers throughout Australia covering the full supply chain. The AWA provides information and Members of the association have products tested to Australian Standard AS2047. The app includes:

Australian Window Association Key Messages (pdf)
Key messages provide information on Prevention of Falls from Windows;
• Thermal Stress in Glass;
• Corrosion;
• Luminance Contrast;
• Building Classifications;
• Manifestation;
• Australian Consumer Law;
• Windows and Pools;
• Nickel Sulphide Inclusions;
• Substitute Glazing Materials;
• Condensation;
• N & C Ratings;
• INSTALLATION - An Industry Guide to the Correct Installation of Windows & Doors;
• FIXING - An Industry Guide to the Correct Fixing of Windows & Doors;
• A Guide to Windows & Doors in Bushfire Prone Areas;
• AWA Compliance Brochure; and
• Windows & Doors Performance Accreditation Brochure;

Window Energy Rating Scheme (WERS) database searchable on
• Manufacturer;
• Window type;
• Material;
• Glazing type;
• Maximum U value;
• Solar Heat Gain Coefficient;
• Cooling stars; and
• Heating stars.

AS1288 Tool to calculate glass requirements (available only to AWA members with separate registration).
Calculates nominal glass thickness for various glass types by inputting window size and wind load values (kPa or N and C rating).