VB20 Wall Cavity Batten
Technical Documentation
The VENT Wall Cavity Batten – VB20 is a 20mm Polypropylene batten that is the ideal product to create a 20mm cavity for ventilation and drainage in walls for both residential and commercial buildings, as specified by NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 9.1.8.2. Due to the design of the VENT Wall Cavity Batten – VB20 it can be installed continuously in horizontal or vertical positions. With no temporary fixings required the VENT Wall Cavity Batten – VB20 is both effective and efficient.
When installed horizontally and continuously, VENT Wall Cavity Batten – VB20 provide vermin proofing to the bottom of the drained cavity. If a durable life of more than 15 years is required, vermin proofing must be installed at the base of the cavity.
When installed vertically or for non-continuous horizontal installations, VENT Wall Cavity Batten – VB20 do not provide vermin proofing to the bottom of the drained cavity. A cavity vent strip complying with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 9.1.8.3 must be installed as part of the selected cladding system.”