Known for being Australia’s leading provider of thermal building and architectural panels, Bondor is also setting standards in innovation by bringing its comprehensive range of products to new and diverse markets.

Case in point is the Perth-based Champion Lakes Regatta Centre — the only international standard purpose-built rowing, dragon boating and kayak ing facility in Western Australia.

Faced with the challenge of needing an insula tion panel solution which was not only high quali ty but also cost-effective to install, Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects was engaged to design the Centre, with construction carried out by DBM Construction.

Setting a landmark direction for exterior and interi or sports building design, the unique $2 million rowing centre now features Bondor panels and roofing products.

Architect Simon Rodrigues says the Bondor insu lated products offered the ideal solution for a sports building.

“We had previously used Bondor’s insulated products in a holiday house design and were excited to see how brilliantly the products could also work for a sports building,” he says.

“The insulated and unique double-sided finish looks very attractive and performs extremely well. Easy installation, efficient construction timing and decreased costs were the other key benefits.”

Bondor Equitilt® insulated sandwich panels were constructed on the walls, resulting in improved thermal efficiencies due to the thermal capabili ties of the panelling.

Bondor Purline® panels, which set the standard for low-cost insulated roofing with its wide cover, faster installation times and ease of handling, were used on the roof.

The panels get the green thumbs-up by saving energy for heating, cooling and lighting. They also reduce noise and eliminate condensation between insulation and roof sheeting.

Bondor General Manager Geoff Marsdon says: “Champion Lakes is testament to the variety of ways our products can be used. Bondor embraces diversity and can provide more than just one type of solution.”

Bondor panels are also being used in the construction of the sporting facility’s new starting and finishing towers, due for completion June 2010.

Founded in the 1950s, Bondor is constantly working on solutions for industrial and commercial building customers across Australia and offers the most comprehensive range of insulated panel products and systems available.

For more information contact: Tel: 1300 300 099 www.bondor.com.au