Pureform metal materials are “Deemed To Satisfy” and on the NCC’s list of “deemed-to-satisfy” non-combustible materials.
The shift toward performance-driven façade design means architects are expected to deliver both iconic aesthetics and stringent fire compliance. NCC 2025 strengthened its position on non-combustible materials, especially for external walls and attachments, with the key rule sitting in Clause C2D10 – Non-combustible Building Elements.
Pureform’s range of solid metals — aluminium, brass, copper, stainless steel and titanium, gives architects freedom to specify high-performance, fully non-combustible materials without the headaches associated with composites or bonded systems.
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Australian Standards
Clause C2D10 defines which elements of the building fabric must be non-combustible in Class 2–9 buildings. Elements typically required to be non-combustible:
- External walls
- Façade attachments
- Certain internal linings
- Spandrels and fire-affected components
- Elements protecting escape routes
C2D10 also includes a list of materials automatically recognised as non-combustible — which includes most common metals. This is where Pureform’s product range becomes a huge asset for design teams.
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Easy Compliance
Pureform specialises in pure, solid-sheet metals with no combustible cores, films or hidden layers. Our materials are:
- Recognised by the NCC as non-combustible
- Eligible for Deemed-to-Satisfy compliance
- Free from adhesives
- Free from composite layering
- Stable under extreme heat
- Produced with electro-chemical surface finishes, not polymer coatings
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Non-Combustible
This means the typical requirement for an AS 1530.1 combustibility test is inherently simplified — because solid metal is already defined as non-combustible under NCC 2025 C2D10(5).
Whether you’re designing for longevity, aesthetics, or compliance, choosing the right architectural metal system is critical to the success of your project.
If you’re looking to balance performance, sustainability, and timeless design, Pureform Metals provides premium architectural metal surfaces and façade solutions to help bring your vision to life.
