FAQ's & ClearShield Door Spec.

Frequently Asked Questions and Doors Spec of ClearShield…….
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q1 . So, how strong is ClearShield?

A :  ClearShield’s patented steel screen security screen door design is possibly Australia’s STRONGEST domestic security door. To prove how tough ClearShield really is, we entrusted three separate, independent NATA approved testing facilities that specialize in testing Security doors and screens, plus Cyclonic debris screens, to conduct extensive performance testing on ClearShield and the results were impressive, to say the least.

A :  Yes, ClearShield has been tested for SHGC ( Solar Heat Gain Co-efficiency ) and is proven to reduce the amount of SHGC by 40{5162dfbd003fa3a32e368561cb41703bdb6ce5078a7f203e92ddde4e2c767118} and the U factor is improved by 14{5162dfbd003fa3a32e368561cb41703bdb6ce5078a7f203e92ddde4e2c767118} WHEN ClearShield is applied.

A :  ClearShield is made from a single sheet of smooth powder-coated Stainless Steel with tiny round holes punched through it to create a smooth to touch and amazingly clear but VERY strong sheet of protection . Woven screens are made from woven strands of mesh, which are thin strands of metal. Woven mesh can be very hard to clean and has a rough to touch feel much like a cheese grater. ClearShield is proven to have a high level of resistance to knife attack as proven by independent experts when tested to AS4483.

A :  Yes, ClearShield’s patented assembly systems are all insulated. Most clear vision doors in Australia have a stainless steel mesh/screen material and an aluminium surround frame. The mesh is held in the frame using various methods depending on the brand. Insulating requires a membrane or barrier between the Stainless steel mesh/screen and the aluminium frame. When dissimilar metals come into direct contact and there is no insulating barrier between the parts that come in contact, galvanic corrosion can occur. This type of corrosion can create both structural and aesthetic damage to the product.

A :  ClearShield is manufactured from 304 grade 2b Finish Stainless Steel. We choose to use 304 due to it’s superior level of strength. One of the most important features for corrosion resistance is the surface finish. ClearShield uses a high grade 2b finish of stainless steel coupled with our unique pretreatment and powdercoated finish that is highly resistant to corrosion.

A :  Very good. ClearShield undergoes a stringent degreasing , pre-cleaning and special anti-corrosive pre-treatment process that totally treats the surface of the ClearShield screen with a chromium coating prior to the baking of the black finish of powdercoating. Unlike woven mesh that has crevices and overlaps in the weave, ClearShield’s complete surface area of screen is pretreated and coated during the process. The coating warranty is backed by Joton Coatings Australia.

A :  Triple locks will always be a better choice as three locks is better than one. However, with some installation applications triple locking systems cannot be installed. Your experienced ClearShield distributor will be able to advise the best option at the time of consultation. ClearShield Australia has tested both single and triple lock configurations in both hinged and sliding doors and have passed all to the relevant Australian Standards. Feel free to ask your nearest ClearShield manufacturer for a copy of our test reports.

ClearShield Door Spec.

ClearShield Hinged & Sliding Security Doors Spec.

1. Aluminium Framing
  • Grade: 6063- T6
  • Dimension: 75mm x 19mm Extruded Aluminium
  • Coating: If Anodised, minimum of 15um to A.S 3715
  • If Powder Coated, Chromate pre-treated and powder coated to A.S 3715.
  • Grade: T304
  • Finish: 2B
  • Construction: Flat ‘round holed’ perforations
  • Thickness: 0.8mm ‘Raw Un-Coated’
  • Hole Size: 1.8mm +/- 0.1mm ‘When Coated’
  • Spacing: 3.0mm
  • Pitch: 60 degrees staggered pitch
  • Retaining edge of sheet: 5mm x 90 degrees folded on all sides
  • Coating: Pre-treated with GB4520 chrome process and powder coated with Jotun polyester powder coating to a minimum of 70 microns.

Corner Staking: Heavy duty aluminium extruded staking angle to be used with 4 x 6-4 aluminium rivets per corner.

Stainless Steel Sheet Retaining Method: Stainless Steel Sheet must be totally insulated from the aluminium frame and or any dissimilar metals using the ClearShield proprietary insulating membrane. Stainless Steel Sheet is to be retained securely inside the aluminium frame using the ClearShield wedge that retains the bent edge of the sheet within a zone in the aluminium frame.

Three point locking system and three hinges must be used and installed as per the manufacturers A.S 5039 test report.
  • Infill must withstand 20 cycles the AS4483 Knife shear test without penetration greater than 150mm
  • Infill must withstand (50 impacts at 100j) as used in AS5041-2008 without infill retention failure.
  • Infill must withstand a minimum of 2,000hrs salt spray testing to AS4506-2005 with nil corrosion.

ClearShield Security Screen Spec.

1. Aluminium Framing
  • Grade: 6063- T6
  • Dimension: 33mm x 16mm Extruded Aluminium
  • Coating: If Anodised, minimum of 15um to A.S 3715
  • If Powder Coated, Chromate pre-treated and powder coated to A.S 3715.
  • Grade: T304
  • Finish: 2B
  • Construction: Flat ‘round holed’ perforations
  • Thickness: 0.8mm ‘Raw Un-Coated’
  • Hole Size: 1.8mm +/- 0.1mm ‘When Coated’
  • Spacing: 3.0mm
  • Pitch: 60 degrees staggered pitch
  • Retaining edge of sheet: 5mm x 90 degrees folded on all sides
  • Coating: Pre-treated with GB4520 chrome process and powder coated with Jotun polyester powder coating to a minimum of 70 microns.

Corner Staking: Heavy duty aluminium extruded staking angle to be used with 4 x 1mm pneumatic stamping of corners.

Stainless Steel Sheet Retaining Method: Stainless Steel Sheet must be totally insulated from the aluminium frame and or any dissimilar metals using the ClearShield proprietary insulating membrane. Stainless Steel Sheet is to be retained securely inside the aluminium frame using the ClearShield wedge that retains the bent edge of the sheet within a zone in the aluminium frame.

  • Infill must withstand 20 cycles the AS4483 Knife shear test without penetration greater than 150mm
  • Infill must withstand (50 impacts at 100j) as used in AS5041-2008 without infill retention failure.
  • Infill must withstand a minimum of 2,000hrs salt spray testing to AS4506-2005 with nil corrosion.

ClearShield Emergency Exit Screen Spec.

1. Aluminium Framing
  • Grade: 6063- T6
  • Dimension: 52mm x 13mm Extruded Aluminium
  • Coating: If Anodised, minimum of 15um to A.S 3715
  • If Powder Coated, Chromate pre-treated and powder coated to A.S 3715.
  • Grade: T304
  • Finish: 2B
  • Construction: Flat ‘round holed’ perforations
  • Thickness: 0.8mm ‘Raw Un-Coated’
  • Hole Size: 1.8mm +/- 0.1mm ‘When Coated’
  • Spacing: 3.0mm
  • Pitch: 60 degrees staggered pitch
  • Retaining edge of sheet: 5mm x 90 degrees folded on all sides
  • Coating: Pre-treated with GB4520 chrome process and powder coated with Jotun polyester powder coating to a minimum of 70 microns.

Corner Staking: Heavy duty aluminium extruded staking angle to be used with 4 x 1mm pneumatic stamping of corners.

Stainless Steel Sheet Retaining Method: Stainless Steel Sheet must be totally insulated from the aluminium frame and or any dissimilar metals using the ClearShield proprietary insulating membrane. Stainless Steel Sheet is to be retained securely inside the aluminium frame using the ClearShield wedge that retains the bent edge of the sheet within a zone in the aluminium frame.

  • Lock Mechanism must only be accessible from inside only.
  • Lock release mechanism must be continuous along the opening side of the screen.
  • Lock release mechanism must be clearly labelled ‘PUSH HERE’ near the lock mechanism.
  • Hinge mechanism must comprise of a continuous anti theft interlocking arrangement the screen sash interleaves with its mounting frame.
  • Infill must withstand 20 cycles the AS4483 Knife shear test without penetration greater than 150mm
  • Infill must withstand (50 impacts at 100j) as used in AS5041-2008 without infill retention failure.
  • Infill must withstand a minimum of 2,000hrs salt spray testing to AS4506-2005 with nil corrosion.

ClearShield Cyclone Rated Products Spec.

1. Aluminium Framing
  • Grade: 6063- T6
  • Dimension: Screens 52mm x 13mm, Doors 75 x 19mm Extruded Aluminium
  • Coating: If Anodised, minimum of 15um to A.S 3715
  • If Powder Coated, Chromate pre-treated and powder coated to A.S 3715
  • Grade: T304
  • Finish: 2B
  • Construction: Flat ‘round holed’ perforations
  • Thickness: 1.5mm ‘Raw Un-Coated’
  • Hole Size: 1.8mm -2.4mm+/- 0.1mm ‘When Coated’
  • Spacing: 3.0-5.0mm
  • Pitch: 60 degrees staggered pitch
  • Retaining edge of sheet: 5mm x 90 degrees folded on all sides
  • Coating: Pre-treated with GB4520 chrome process and powder coated with Jotun polyester powder coating to a minimum of 70 microns.

Corner Staking: Heavy duty aluminium extruded staking angle to be used with 4 x 1mm pneumatic stamping of corners.

Stainless Steel Sheet Retaining Method: Stainless Steel Sheet must be totally insulated from the aluminium frame and or any dissimilar metals using the ClearShield proprietary insulating membrane. Stainless Steel Sheet is to be retained securely inside the aluminium frame using the ClearShield wedge that retains the bent edge of the sheet within a zone in the aluminium frame.

Lock Mechanism must only be accessible from inside only and must be continuous along the opening side of the screen. Lock release mechanism must be clearly labelled ‘PUSH HERE’ near the lock mechanism.

Hinge mechanism must comprise of a continuous anti theft interlocking arrangement the screen sash interleaves with its mounting frame.

Screen must comply with AS1170.2.2011 for the specific level of requirements that relate to the location of the products end use. Test certification of the supplied product is to include the following:
  • NATA certified reports showing screens larger and smaller sized screens tested than those supplied.
  • NATA reports must show impact resistance on all test samples both in the centre and edge of screens.

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Testimonials & Partnerships
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 Natasha K 
 
 
 Natasha K 
 
2024-06-20
 
 
  
The process was really smooth and easy. The quote took less than 12 hours and the turn around time for installation was about 4 weeks. Excellent service! Can’t wait to properly use the retractable screen when winter is over.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 yang liu 
 
 
 yang liu 
 
2024-06-18
 
 
  
flyscreen做的非常专业，在过年之前帮忙做出来的。产品质量很好，安装的时候也非常仔细，很满意的一次体验，太棒啦
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Graeme Hardiman 
 
 
 Graeme Hardiman 
 
2024-04-02
 
 
  
Many thanks for the outstanding service and workmanship on our job today. The service you and your company have provided for our security has been all that we would ask. Again our thanks and we will recommend you and your company to anyone that sees this work and wants a referral.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Mark Farrell 
 
 
 Mark Farrell 
 
2024-02-22
 
 
  
I am pleased to share a review of the team from Clearshield Victoria. The product is a high-quality sliding door, the type that retracts. We are happy with it. We had a minor issue that required further attention and I am pleased to say that the team were quick to respond positively and professionally.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Matt De Iesi 
 
 
 Matt De Iesi 
 
2024-02-09
 
 
  
I have chosen ClearShield for my flyscreen door. The flyscreen door was made to order it was delivered on time.
The team at ClearShield was very helpful.
I was happy with the outcome of Jen services and greatly appreciate his guidance in helping me through my error.
I will highly  recommend.
Mary De Iesi
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Mrinmoy Kar 
 
 
 Mrinmoy Kar 
 
2024-02-08
 
 
  
Really loved the service by Clearshield. I got Sam from Clearshield helping with the measurements and installation of the flyscreen doors, he is very friendly and accommodating. The installation felt like a breeze, happy with the outcome. Good product and fit for my outdoor and balconies. Would definitely get them back for my outdoor extensions.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Amanda De Jager 
 
 
 Amanda De Jager 
 
2024-02-03
 
 
  
Recommended by a neighbour. Had some difficulty booking in a time for a quote but glad I did due to the huge price difference with same if not better quality. Christmas period meant a long wait for my doors abs there were some issues with installation time but it was sorted and my doors are great.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Lauren Halaliku 
 
 
 Lauren Halaliku 
 
2023-12-12
 
 
  
We had a fantastic experience with Clearshield for the installation of our retractable blind. Polite, friendly and did a quality job. Thankyou
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Karla Bunney 
 
 
 Karla Bunney 
 
2023-11-30
 
 
  
Clearshield were prompt and responsive, they showed excellent customer service in scheduling our install and responding with any queries we had.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
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