Corban Faulkner

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Top 10 Best Window Suppliers in NZ

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Building a house and wondering which supplier to use for your build? At Formance we see many plans come across our desk with windows specified, so we’ve assembled a list…

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Proposed Changes to Granny Flat Rules in NZ

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Proposed Changes to New Zealand Building Code: A Boon for "Granny Flats" and Energy EfficiencyThe New Zealand government is currently consulting on proposed changes to the Building Code that aim…

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What is H1?

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The building code in New Zealand is broken down into different sections for the crucial parts of house performance.

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Formance SIPs Site Tour Video

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Join us at a site in Tai Tapu, Canterbury to see through a SIP home at the mid construction stage.

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What house ratings schemes are in New Zealand?

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What House Rating Systems are in NZ? At Formance Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), we're passionate about creating strong, energy-efficient homes.

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Can SIPs be modified on site?

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At Formance, precision and accuracy is one of our core aims in the production process.

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How far can a SIP panel span?

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 A common question we get asked at Formance is “how far can a SIP panel span?”  It’s an important question because regardless of design, a far span means you can reduce additional…

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What insulation has the least Co2?

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What’s your ROI on Co2? When choosing insulation materials in your new home and considering the carbon impact of those materials, it’s important to look at the two main types of…

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