Bpir gcliving canopy
Aluminium Canopy System
BPIR Declaration
Declaration
GC Living Limited has prepared this declaration to meet the building product information requirements of the Building (Building Product Information Requirements) Regulations 2022 for a designated building product, Class 2.
The information below is based on the manufacturer's product specifications, fabrication processes and supporting documentation, and is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and complete at the time of publication.
Product / System
- Name
- GC Living Aluminium Canopy System
- Identifier
- GCL-CANOPY
- Product line
- Custom aluminium canopy / patio cover
Description
The GC Living Aluminium Canopy System is a custom-fabricated outdoor shelter designed and built to suit individual project requirements for residential and light-commercial use. Each canopy is made to site-specific dimensions from powder-coated aluminium extrusions and solid polycarbonate roofing, providing weather protection while allowing natural light. The system is fabricated in New Zealand from imported aluminium extrusions and installed by GC Living.
Because each unit is customised to the client's specification, the canopy is a Class 2 designated building product under the Regulations.
Scope of Use
Suitable for patios, outdoor entertaining areas, walkways, entrance covers and carports. Intended for residential and light-commercial applications. Configuration options:
- Wall-attached (one side fixed to an existing structure, opposite side post-supported)
- Freestanding (posts on both sides, e.g. carport)
- Cantilever (rear-supported, no front posts)
- Roofing: solid polycarbonate sheet with UV protection — 3 mm / 4 mm / 6 mm options
A secure, stable mounting surface capable of supporting the design loads is essential to the structural integrity and safety of the system.
Conditions of Use — Materials & Components
- Aluminium extrusions: 6063-T5 (or equivalent alloy)
- Fixings / hardware: 316 stainless steel (for New Zealand environmental conditions)
- Roofing: solid polycarbonate sheet, UV-protected — 3 mm / 4 mm / 6 mm options
- Finish: exterior-grade architectural powder coating
- Fabricated and installed by GC Living to its fabrication and installation specifications
- Maximum spans, post spacing, cantilever limits and fixing requirements must follow the system's engineering specifications
Relevant Building Code Clauses
The clauses below are the ones typically relevant to an aluminium / polycarbonate canopy. How the product meets these clauses is set out in the structural engineering section below.
| B1 | Structure | Stability and load resistance (self-weight, wind, snow, imposed loads) |
| B2 | Durability | Continued performance over the building element's required service life |
| F2 | Hazardous Building Materials | Polycarbonate panels — impact behaviour / no harmful emissions |
| E1/E2 | Surface water / External moisture | Where applicable to a roofed structure |
Contributions to Compliance
Installation Requirements
The GC Living Aluminium Canopy System is installed by GC Living's own installers to GC Living's fabrication and installation specifications. The canopy must be installed on a secure, stable mounting surface capable of withstanding the design loads. All posts, beams, rafters and roofing panels are assembled to the system specifications with all fixings fully tightened and components undamaged. Posts must be plumb, horizontal members level, and the structure correctly aligned. Cutting, drilling and adjustment use appropriate tools to avoid damage to the powder-coated finish or polycarbonate panels.
Where site conditions differ from the standard installation details, a project-specific engineering review may be required.
Limitations & Design Requirements
- Intended for residential and light-commercial use; not designed for crowd-loading or heavy industrial environments.
- Post spacing, beam spans, cantilever lengths and rafter spacing must not exceed the maximum allowable limits in the engineering specifications.
- Any deviation from the standard design (non-standard materials, added elements, structural alterations) must be supported by project-specific engineering documentation.
- Must be installed on a flat, stable substrate; sites prone to movement require specific engineering.
- Maximum permissible dimensions and configurations are system-specific and must be confirmed before installation.
Maintenance Requirements
- Cleaning: wash aluminium and polycarbonate surfaces with mild detergent and rinse with fresh water at least every 6 months; every 3 months (or more often) in coastal, geothermal or industrial locations.
- Inspection: check fixings, joints and connections for loosening, corrosion or wear; tighten or replace as needed; watch dissimilar-metal contact points for galvanic corrosion.
- Surface care: clean powder-coated aluminium with a soft cloth — no abrasive pads or solvents; touch up any coating damage promptly with colour-matched repair coating.
- Polycarbonate care: mild soapy water only; avoid sharp/abrasive tools and direct high-pressure jets on panel edges and seals.
- Drainage: keep gutters and channels clear of debris to prevent ponding or overflow.
Warning / Ban Status (s26, Building Act 2004)
To the best of GC Living's knowledge, this building product is not subject to a warning or ban under section 26 of the Building Act 2004.
Company / Manufacturer Information
- Legal name of manufacturer
- GC Living Limited
- Trading name
- GC Living
- Manufacture location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Address for service
- 6A Morrin Road, St Johns, Auckland 1072
- NZBN
- 9429052562105
- Website
- www.gcliving.co.nz
- Marketing@gcliving.co.nz
- Phone
- 027 956 7777