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Technical Bulletin TB 10 - Cut edge and bend protection of next generation ZINCALUME® steel and COLORBOND® steel

This Technical Bulletin discusses cut edge and bend protection of next generation ZINCALUME® steel and COLORBOND® steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 13 - General guide to good practice in the use of exterior BlueScope coated steel products

This Technical Bulletin sets out the general principles of good installation practice.

Technical Bulletin TB 14 - Professionals guide to Australian Standards for steel sheet and strip products

This Technical Bulletin sets out to identify standards and codes that are relevant to the manufacture of metallic coated steel and prepainted steel products intended for use in common building applications.

Technical Bulletin TB 15 - Selection and use of steel eave gutter, downpipe and fascia products

This Technical Bulletin serves as a guide to selecting the most appropriate BlueScope product for your eave gutters, downpipes and fascia, considering its intended location and the environmental factors likely to be encountered during its service life.

Technical Bulletin TB 16 - Fasteners for roofing, walling and accessory product – selection guide

The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to provide recommendations of compatible fasteners, most commonly self-drilling screws, for use with roofing, walling and accessory products made from BlueScope coated steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 17 - Selection guide for zinc-coated steel purlin products

This Technical Bulletin provides the appropriate purlin coating class for use in a range of common building applications. It provides guidance and information regarding factors which must be considered to ensure maximum service life of zinc-coated steel purlin products.

Technical Bulletin TB 18 - Guide to good practice - Processing and application of BlueScope coated steel products

This Technical Bulletin outlines recommendations for the processing of COLORBOND® steel, ZINCALUME® steel and TRUECORE® steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 19 - COLORBOND® steel Metallic

Due to the nature of metallic finishes, as used on COLORBOND® steel Metallic, certain precautions are necessary when ordering and installing this product. This Technical Bulletin outlines these precautions.

Technical Bulletin TB 23 - Possible problems related to the mixing of different exterior prepainted products

The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to discuss some of the potential problems associated with mixing BlueScope’s COLORBOND® prepainted steel with the ‘same colour’ prepainted product from other sources.

Technical Bulletin TB 26 - REDCOR® weathering steel

When considering the use of REDCOR® weathering steel particular attention is required in key areas that have a strong influence on the corrosion performance and appearance of the product. Potential staining of surrounding areas from REDCOR® run-off also needs to be closely considered and managed appropriately. These key areas are discussed in further detail within this Bulletin.

Technical Bulletin TB 27 - Identification of Fungus in the field and Recommendations for its Removal

The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to provide insight to the occurrence, characterisation, identification and cleaning of fungus. relating primarily to COLORBOND® prepainted steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 28 - Building materials and reflectivity

The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to provide insight on some of the issues relating to the use of highly reflective building materials.

Technical Bulletin TB 29 - Guide to good practice - DECKFORM® steel for structural steel decking

This Technical Bulletin provides general information regarding the use of DECKFORM® steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 30 - Sheds and Garages

This Technical Bulletin provides recommendations to ensure the longevity of COLORBOND® prepainted steel and ZINCALUME® aluminium/zinc/magnesium alloy-coated steel used in the manufacture of sheds or garages.

Technical Bulletin TB 31 - COLORBOND® Intramax® steel for coolroom panels

This Technical Bulletin outlines the guidelines for installation and good practice relating to coolrooms.

Technical Bulletin TB 32 - Impact of hail damage to exterior BlueScope coated steel products

This Technical Bulletin provides a general description of the typical effects of hail stones on exterior BlueScope coated steel products including COLORBOND® prepainted steel, SUPERDURA® Stainless prepainted steel and ZINCALUME® aluminium/zinc/magnesium alloy-coated steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 33 - ZINCALUME® steel and zinc-coated steel in high temperature and food contact applications

This Technical Bulletin provides information relating to the use of ZINCALUME® steel and zinc-coated steel in high temperature and food contact applications.

Technical Bulletin TB 34 - Steel Building Frames

This Technical Bulletin has been written to assist designers and builders to achieve best practice outcomes when working with steel frames made from TRUECORE® steel aluminium/ zinc/ magnesium alloy-coated steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 35 - Australian Salt Marine Classifications

This Technical Bulletin is intended to provide guidance with respect to classification of various salt marine environments.

Technical Bulletin TB 36 Guide to Good Practice - Steel Roofing and Photovoltaic/Solar Panels

This Technical Bulletin relates to the installation of framed PV panels mounted above steel roofing.

Technical Bulletin TB 37 - Prevention of sunscreen damage

This Technical Bulletin outlines the prevention of sunscreen damage to COLORBOND® steel paint systems.

Technical Bulletin TB 38 - Effect of Touch-up Paint

This Technical Bulletin outlines the effects of touch-up paint on prepainted products like COLORBOND® steel.

Technical Bulletin TB 39 - Thermal performance of roofing materials

This Technical Bulletin provides residential home decision makers with an overview of some of the key considerations when choosing roofing materials and how COLORBOND® steel roofing can assist.

Technical Bulletin TB 40 - Guide to good practice - BlueScope coated steel products in exterior walling applications

The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to highlight some key areas for consideration when designing, installing, or maintaining BlueScope coated steel products specifically in exterior walling applications.

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