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Page 1: vision by - Verosol - Blinds+Shuttersfor adelaide. not only does the building lead the way in terms of Green star rating, it is a prime example of blinds that are energy efficient,

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Verosol products are manufactured with an environmentally responsible outlook. The application of the metallised backing at Verosol's Dutch vacuum-bonding facility, is at the forefront of legislation concerning sustainable development and manufacturing. Furthermore, Verosol's Trevira CS & Polyester fabrics meet stringent European standards in regard to the following;

- the colouring of fabrics without the use of dye baths

- the use of as few toxic and non-degradable materials as possible in the production of fabric

- the use of non-toxic chemicals in the production of its flame retardant fabrics, no lead or heavy metals

- Verosol also holds the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certificate for its products

- Verosol Trevira CS Metallised & SilverScreen fabrics have been assessed and met the criteria for inclusion on www.ecospecifier.org

- Verosol SilverScreen fabric for Roller blinds (PVC blinds) has acheived the Cetec Emmission Test Certificate

G R E E N H O U S E G A S R E D U C T I O NIn addition to this, the Verosol organisation worldwide is committed to providing a product that will reduce the production of greenhouse gases. Verosol's savings calculator demonstrates how the use of Verosol metal backed fabrics can prevent thousands of kilograms of CO2 being produced in air-conditioning running cost savings alone. To estimate possible reductions in CO2 emissions simply visit www.silverscreen-fabrics.com/content/savings calculator

Green planet considerations are a Verosol priority at a time when global warming is in the hearts and minds of Governments, Businesses and individuals alike. In fact, Verosol can foresee a time when the use of it’s fabric will deliver carbon credits as well as dollar savings in power consumption.

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u lt r a l o W V o cC E T E C - E M I S S I O N T E S T C E R T I F I C AT EIn 2007 Verosol’s revolutionary SilverScreen fabric for roller blinds achieved independent ultra low VOC certification from Cetec. Awarded by the Green Building Council of Australia, SilverScreen metal backed - PVC blind fabric achieved the low emission of < 0.5 mg/m2/hr (7days).

V O C - V O L AT I L E O R G A N I C C O M P O U N DSilverScreen roller blind fabric can be safely used due to its low emission rate when installed on the window. Furthermore, where SilverScreen is used, its low VOC means the general health and safety of an office environment is compliant with Cetec Emission Standards.

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Emission Test CertificateThursday March 22nd, 2007Supplier: Verosol Australia Pty Ltd

2 Garema Circuit

Kingsgrove New South Wales 2208Sample Description: Verosol SilverScreen fabric for Roller Blinds (PVC Blind).

Date Tested: March 2007Test Method: ASTM D5116-97 “Standard Guide for Small-Scale Environmental Chamber

Determinations of Organic Emissions from Indoor Material/Products”.

Emission Data:

Green Building Council of AustraliaGreen Star Office Interior Specification

Total Volatile Organic CompoundSpecific Area Emission Rate

< 0.5 mg/m2/hr (7 days) 0.05 mg/m2/hr

Dr. Vyt GarnysPhD, BSc(Hons) AIMM, ARACI, ISIAQACA, AIRAH, FMAManaging Director and Principal Consultant

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e c o s P e c i f i e rE C O S P E C I F I E R & G R E E N S TA R P R E - A S S E S S M E N Tn 2007 Verosol’s complete range of energy efficient, high performance blinds were assessed and met the criteria for inclusion on www. ecospecifier.org. The range of fabrics pre-assessed and approved include:

1. SilverScreen: semi transparent metal backed woven screen roller & panel glide blind fabric 2. 812: semi transparent metal backed woven Trevira CS roller, pleated & panel glide blind fabric 3. 878: non transparent metal backed woven Trevira CS roller, pleated & panel glide blind fabric

E C O S P E C I F I E R A S S E S S M E N T C R I T E R I AVerosol fabrics have been listed under all six ecospecifier summary assessment criteria:

1. Energy / Greenhouse 2. Habitat & Land 3. Resource Depletion & Efficiency 4. Human Health 5. Pollution Reduction 6. Other Vital Signs

G R E E N B U I L D I N G C O U N C I L O F A U S T R A L I A G r e e n S t a r R a t i n g To o l C r i t e r i aVerosol’s range of assessed fabrics may then be eligible to help projects achieve credits under several criteria for the Green Building Council of Austraila’s Green Star rating tools. Such tools include:

1. Energy 2. Energy Improvement 3. Indoor Environmental Quality 4. Daylight Glare Control 5. Thermal Comfort 6. Indiviidual Comfort Control 7. Materials - PVC minimisation

G r e e n S t a r S u s t a i n a b i l i t yEcospecifier recognises that Verosol is likely to contribute in the following areas:

1. Green Star Office Interiors: IEQ-4 2. Green Star Office Design: IEQ-5, Ene-1 Energy Efficiency, Ene-2 Energy Improvements

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www.ecospecifier.org

This is to confirm that the following products have been assessed and met the criteria for inclusion on ecospecifier.org

ecospecifier's role is:

to provide a third party, independent and unbiased assessment of information provided by manufacturers and other sources;

To assess products using known Australian and International Standards, independent test data, third party research and expert opinion;

To determine if products are eco and health preferable based on the premise that:

∑ they need to exhibit one or more eco or health preferable characteristic compared to other products in their category; or

∑ be a member of a product category that is in itself an eco or health preferred category; and

∑ should not contain ‘significant’ ecological or health damaging content.

Company: Verosol Australia Pty LtdProducts Trevira cs Metallised Fabrics

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In a ground breaking joint venture between Pivot Group, Charter Hall Group & AMP Capital Investors, Adelaide’s 151 Pirie St development has achieved a 4 Green Star - Office Design Rating.

WaterCare S.A. project manager Simone Williams said ‘ being the driest state in the driest continent, adelaide needs more Green star rated buildings and we urge developers to adopt green building designs’.

David Southon, joint chief executive of Charter Hall Group said of the use of sustainable development practices ‘these initiatives result in both energy and building outgoings savings, which appeal to investors and tenants alike’.

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151 Pirie St / KPMG House

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Built Environs

Pivot Group, Charter Hall Group & AMP Capital Investors

8 storey / 12700 m2

645 Verosol Roller blinds with white SilverScreen fabric

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c a s e s t u d y 2 : 5 G r e e n s ta ro f f i c e d e s i G n v 2c i t y c e n t r a l a d e l a i d e

Adelaide’s first 5 Green Star - Office Design v2 rated building, City Central is a ‘national first for speculative property development’ say Matthew Dunckley of The Australian Financial Review.

Verosol S.A. Manager: Colin Huxtable says ‘the city central fit-out is a landmark project for adelaide. not only does the building lead the way in terms of Green star rating, it is a prime example of blinds that are energy efficient, environmentally friendly and socially responsible being used to future proof a building’.

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City Central Tower 1, Adelaide CBD

Woods Bagot

Baulderstone Hornibrook

Caversham Property Developments

21 storey / 31000m2 net lettable space

1400 Verosol motorised & mult-link Roller blinds with light grey SilverScreen fabric

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Verosol blinds and window coverings are manufactured from high quality fabrics, metal, timber and components, under strict quality control, to provide you with years of trouble-free use. We guarantee that Verosol products are free

from defects in material and workmanship for 3 years from the date of installation. Normal wear and tear, the cost of inspection, removal and/or installation are excluded and misuse or improper maintenance may void this warranty.

We have total faith in the quality of our products and, in the unlikely event that you encounter any problem whatsoever, we will do our utmost to provide a solution which is to your total satisfaction.

To speak with a technical consultant call 1800 011 176 or visit www.verosol.com.au