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TILT Screens launches new website: faster, cleaner, and built around our projects

TILT's new website is live — built from scratch with a project-first structure, full cladding and facade portfolio, and everything architects and developers need to specify TILT on their next project.

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Maintenance
Maintaining powder-coated aluminium screens and facades: a practical guide

How to maintain architectural-grade powder coat finishes on aluminium screens, facades and balustrades — cleaning schedules, warranty conditions and what to do when the finish is damaged.

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Technical
Specifying architectural balustrades: standards, materials and structural considerations

A technical guide to specifying aluminium and steel balustrades for residential and commercial projects in South Africa — covering SANS standards, loading requirements, material selection and fixing systems.

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Design Guide
How to choose the right pattern for your project

A practical guide to selecting the right perforation pattern for privacy, solar shading or decorative applications — from open area percentages to custom design.

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Technical
ACP vs aluminium extrusion: which cladding system is right for your project?

A practical guide to understanding the differences between aluminium composite panel and aluminium extrusion for facade cladding — and when to specify each.

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Specification Guide
How to specify perforated aluminium screens: a guide for architects

Everything an architect or specifier needs to know about material thickness, perforation patterns, open area percentages, finishes and fixing systems for aluminium screens.

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