BPIR

Intro

On 11 December 2023, new regulations governing building product information came into effect for all products imported or manufactured on or after this date.

The Building Amendment Act of 2021 has implemented updated minimum information standards for building products that are affected, aiming to showcase adherence to the building code.

The primary goal of BPIR is to enhance product awareness and equip building consent authorities, building owners, builders, architects and designers with all the information they need to make informed decisions, and inform them as to how these building products contribute to compliance with the Building Code.

What is BPIR?

Suppliers need to have publicly available information for all products, including certifications, guides, scope of use and limitations of each product.

The information on the company website must be able to be accessed with no email address sign in required.

Their website addresses must be disclosed on all product packaging.

Product information must be displayed next to each of product listing on the website.

Exceptions:

Products that are registered under the Codemark Scheme (The Codemark document covers all the relevant compliance

Please note: There will be cases where only some building products have a registered CodeMark certificate, for the products in the same system that are not covered by a registered CodeMark certificate, the building information requirements may apply.

What does it mean for you?

Clear disclosure of product information

To ensure you’re well equipped and empowered with all the information you need to make informed decisions on our flooring, panelling and decking products, we supply in-depth Design Guides, Installation Manuals and Care and Maintenance Guides, as well as our CodeMark and PASS certifications for select collections.

In addition to this, all our product listings provide product descriptions, specs, intended use and limitations, and all our product samples have stickers that display all the relevant information you’ll need to specify our products. Our product packaging also includes QR codes which link to the relevant product on our website, ensuring enhanced product awareness. 

Easy Access

Our new and improved ‘Resources Page’ is easily accessible on our website and showcases everything from product specsheets, guides and Collection brochures, to test reports, Floor Build-up diagrams and Codes of Practice, all available without the need to log in or sign up.

BPIR Resources

Forté is proud to be fully compliant with BPIR (Building Product Information Requirements), making things easy for you when specifying our engineered timber flooring, panelling and Millboard decking for your projects, and minimising RFIs from council.

See below the Forté BPIR documents with all the information you need, all in one place.

Book a consultation

If you have any questions about BPIR and our products or need help with your project, leave a message or book a consultation with our team of experts.