As we move into summer, the call to prepare for increased bushfire risks resonates louder than ever, as also demonstrated by Australasian Fire Authority Council’s (AFAC) map below. With extensive parts of Australia facing elevated fire threats due to persistently dry conditions and above-average temperatures expected to persist into the new year, proactive planning becomes a crucial aspect of home safety. In addition to this the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has predicted rainfall to be below median across much of northern and western Australia with warmer days and nights very likely for almost all of Australia.
Source: Australasian Fire Authorities Council (AFAC), Seasonal Bushfire Outlook Summer 2023.
Make Bushfire Mesh part of your Bushfire plan
Bushfire Mesh is part of your protection strategy, defending properties and homes against the three primary threats of bushfires. Compliant with Australian Standard 3959-2018 for construction in bushfire-prone areas, our SSWM Bushfire Mesh Shield range has been independently verified by CSIRO, ensuring it meets the physical properties required for robust protection:
- Mesh with a maximum aperture of 2mm
- Corrosion-resistant steel
- Non-combustible
At SSWM we’ve proven with independent testing under bushfire simulated conditions that the technology in Bushfire Mesh is your Shield that protects against the 3 threats of bushfire demonstrating that it exceeds AS3959.
Identity your Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) and Applications:
To determine the level of protection your property requires, identify your Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) and specific applications that need safeguarding. Our SSWM Bushfire Mesh is designed to meet the requirements of AS3959 for BAL Low-FZ, offering a tailored solution when construction requirements are met. Consult with your Bushfire Practitioner to establish your BAL level and then choose the most suitable product from our range.
Bushfire Solution that work on several levels:
SSWM’s products have function and form. With a black protective coating that blends in with the environment, these products provide lasting protection while allowing light to pass through. Low maintenance, strong and easy to install these products work. Checkout the photos below:
Explore Applications:
Visit our website bushfiremesh.com.au for the below interactive image that lists home applications that strengthen your protection with Bushfire Mesh. Our DIY Five Step Guide is also available to assist you in the installation process.
Cost Effective Bushire Mesh Retrofitting Applications:
Enhance your protection with these cost-effective retrofitting applications featuring Bushfire Mesh:
Vent & Weepholes: Seal gaps larger than 2mm to prevent ember intrusion, a common cause of house fires during bushfires.
Subfloor Spaces: Enclose verandas and decks to extend your protection strategy, preventing embers from infiltrating vulnerable areas beneath your home. Bushfire Mesh is corrosion-resistant and ideal for long-term use.
SSWM Bushfire Mesh Subfloor close up – TOUGH
Gutter Guards: Install Bushfire Mesh gutter guards to prevent leaves and debris from accumulating, reducing the risk of ember ignition.
Window & Door Screens: Elevate your home’s defence by installing Bushfire Mesh as screens on external windows and doors to reflect and absorb radiant heat, preventing glass from cracking and falling out and allowing ember infiltration.
How does Bushfire Mesh work:
Our Bushfire Mesh acts as a shield, defending against the three primary threats of bushfires
Ember Attack: Catches, holds, and releases dangerous embers when they are no longer a threat.
- 98.5% of embers that pass no longer a threat
Radiant Heat: Reduces radiant heat transfer by reflecting & absorbing
- Ultimate 50% reduction
- Extreme 48% reduction
- Tough 35% reduction
Direct Flame: Acts as a barrier and diffuses the flame.
- No flaming ignition on the non-flame side (vertically). Temperature behind mesh less than 250 °C.
Explore our SSWM Resources and Industry Information to ass you further:
SSWM Resources:
- Bushfire Mesh Product Brochure
- Bushfire Mesh Comparison & Selection Guide
- Bushfire Mesh testing
- Bushfire Mesh DIY Guide
Industry Information:
- Victoria Building Authority (VBA)
A guide to retrofit your home for better protection from a bushfire - NSW Rural Fire Service
Preparing for Bushfires
Plan and prepare
Preparing for bushfires - CSIRO
A bushfire best practice guide - Queensland Reconstruction Authority Queensland Government
Bushfire Resilient Building Guidance for QLD Homes - Resilient Building Council
Bushfire Resilience Rating Home Self-Assessment App
Our technical sales team is ready to assist you with your Bushfire Mesh inquiries. Contact us on 1300 304 316 or [email protected] and protect your home against the upcoming bushfire season.
