We are proud to partner with NBS (National Building Specification) Source, which is an all-in-one product information resource that makes it easier to find and specify fibre cement cladding products for your project.
This comprehensive, integrated digital platform provides product data, technical literature, installation guidelines, third-party certificates, and many other resources in one easily accessible place.
It is free for specifiers to use and includes access to: -
• Extensive Product Database of over 28,000 products
• A Library of over 11,000 BIM objects certified to meet the NBS BIM Object Standard1
• Access to over 25,000 pieces of product literature
• 1,200 CPD materials
• A wealth of case studies of successful projects for ideas and guidance
Our entire EQUITONE fibre cement cladding range is now featured in the NBS Source database of construction products to help you make better-informed specification decisions.
How to specify EQUITONE products on NBS Source
NBS Source makes sourcing and specifying the most suitable building products for your project straightforward and efficient.
The platform allows you to search by category and keywords based on performance, sustainability, environmental impact, and compliance with standards and regulations.
A slider function allows users to further fine-tune product searches by filtering by numeric values for size, performance ratings, embodied carbon, and other measurable characteristics.
NBS Source features all our popular EQUITONE fibre cement façade materials [tectiva], [lunara], [linea], [natura], and [pictura] in a variety of colours, textures, and surfaces to suit different types of architectural projects.
With our performance data at your fingertips, you can easily download our certifications, including DoPs, BBA certificates, fire testing details and our sustainability data, including EPDs and our Bronze level Cradle to Cradle Certified® accreditation.
Find out more about C2C Certified®.
We also provide a selection of case studies showing EQUITONE rainscreen facades in modern architectural designs to give you further ideas and inspiration.
Simply download or drag and drop the BIM objects for your chosen EQUITONE products into your design software.
Click here to find EQUITONE products on NBS Source.
Benefits of using EQUITONE cladding via NBS Source
The integrity of the data kept in the NBS Source database supports the accurate digital record-keeping required by the Golden Thread under the Building Safety Act.
This availability of up-to-date technical information helps enhance transparency, accountability and safety throughout the building lifecycle.
Find out more about the Golden Thread and the Building Safety Act.
As NBS Source data is presented in a clear, standardised format, it is also easy to compare the benefits of EQUITONE fibre cement panels with those of competitor products and alternative building façade materials.
Furthermore, by filtering your searches based on your project's requirements, you can save countless hours of internet research and minimise the potential risk of errors or omissions in specifications.
Architects’ guide to using EQUITONE on NBS Source and NBS Chorus
Once architects and specifiers have identified the most suitable EQUITONE façade cladding on NBS Source, they can import the information directly into their project specifications using NBS Chorus.
NBS Chorus is an intelligent specification writing platform that is fully integrated with NBS Source. It is available as NBS Chorus (standard) for large, complex projects or NBS Chorus for Small Works for smaller, less technically complex jobs.
Both use Uniclass and Common Arrangement of Work Sections (CAWs) classification systems.
As the platform is cloud-based, it enables architects to collaborate in real-time with manufacturers like EQUITONE to request quotes or samples and discuss specifications in more detail.
NBS Chorus also integrates seamlessly with popular design software such as Autodesk Revit, Graphisoft Archicad, and Vectorworks.
Using NBS Chorus in conjunction with NBS Source enables architects and designers to work more efficiently and coordinate their design models with specifications that are based on the most up-to-date product information.
The importance of EQUITONE personal service
In a world where high-quality construction specifications are critical in ensuring accuracy and compliance, we fully support NBS Source as an invaluable industry resource.
In addition, we are committed to offering our customers personal service through in-depth CPDs and in-person technical support to help them deliver their projects successfully.
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