Facing Australia’s Bushfire Risk: The Role of Amplimesh® Security Screens in a Bushfire

Bushfires are unpredictable and dangerous, and embers can travel long distances ahead of the main fire front. Homes nestled near bushlands face significant risks. During a bushfire, entry points to a home are not only exposed to direct flames but also to extreme heat and airborne embers. Ember attacks are the leading cause of home loss during a bushfire, as burning debris can enter a home and allow a fire to take hold from the inside.   

Bushfire-prone areas are land that has been identified as being at risk of bushfire by local government. Factors may include your home being surrounded by bush, grassland, paddocks or near the coast. Therefore, it is critical to be aware of your home’s surroundings and have a prepared house in bushfire-prone areas.   

Bushfire Safety Tips:

Bushfires can occur at any time of the year. It is essential to prepare your home by screening all openings, sealing any gaps or cracks, including around doors and windows and maintaining the landscaping around your home. It is also essential to develop an emergency plan for your home and ensure all occupants know the procedure to follow during a bushfire and stay informed about the weather conditions and warnings.  

This is where Amplimesh®’s modern security screens come into action, extending beyond protection for break-ins. Amplimesh® SupaScreen uses high tensile 316 marine grade stainless-steel mesh which acts as a barrier to radiant heat and reduces the risk of burning ember entering a home and spreading in living spaces. 

BAL ZONE:

Bushfire Attack Levels are an Australian system used to assess a home’s potential exposure to ember attack, radiant heat and direct flame contact. This is generally affected by the proximity of vegetation to your home and the landscape of the surrounding terrain. There are six levels; the higher the risk, the more protection your home needs, with BAL-40 and BAL-FZ being the highest bush fire attack risk.  

Tested for Australian Conditions:   

The Australian Standard AS3959:2018 defines six Bushfire Attack Levels (BAL), ranging from very low to extreme risk. Amplimesh® SupaScreen® products are rigorously tested in accordance with this standard. SupaScreen® has been independently tested and meets the requirements for Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) 40, making them the highest protection against bushfires suitable for use in high risk areas. Manufactured using 316 marine-grade stainless steel mesh, SupaScreen® is bushfire-rated for its strength and durability under extreme conditions. The mesh provides an extra layer of protection to help block embers and radiant heat from entering inside.   

Conclusion  

Bushfires remain one of Australia’s most serious natural threats, especially in bushfire-prone areas, making it essential to prepare. Installing Amplimesh® SupaScreen® is an effective way to ensure preparation for a bushfire, acting as a barrier against ember attack and radiant heat. With independent testing, compliance with Australian Standards and a BAL Rating of (BAL) 40/ (BAL) FZ, SupaScreen® offers homeowners confidence that their screens are built to withstand extreme Australian weather conditions.  

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