A quick guide to the Industry Code of Practice, the Australian scheme that checks uPVC window frames are made to last in our harsh sun.
2 Years
minimum outdoor testing of every
accredited profile
15,000
MJ/m2 of sun exposure, nearly
double the typical European test
85%
more intense sun in Melbourne
than in southern France
What is it?
The Industry Code of Practice (ICP) is an accreditation scheme for the uPVC (vinyl) profiles used to make window and door frames in Australia. It was developed by the uPVC Window Alliance over two years, working with profile suppliers, window fabricators, the Australian Windows Association and the Vinyl Council of Australia.
Why Does it Matter in Australia?
Australia has the highest solar radiation per square metre of land of any continent. Frames that perform well overseas may not hold up here. The ICP gives you greater confidence that your frames will stay strong and will not discolour over time.
What is Tested?
- Strict limits on colour change in the sun
- Weathering resistance and impact strength
- Material composition and polymer quality
- No legacy additives containing lead or cadmium
- Recycled PVC allowed only if it meets every requirement
How is it Tested?
- Profiles are independently tested by a third party
- Real outdoor exposure for at least two years
- Done at Australia’s only natural outdoor weathering
laboratory, near Townsville, Queensland - Works alongside AS 2047, the Australian Standard
for complete windows
How to Check
Look for the licensed ICP accreditation mark, which identifies accredited uPVC profiles. You can also search the ICP Product Register at upvcwindows.org.au to see which companies and profiles are accredited.
Brands We Offer
Solace Creations provides both Deceuninck and Aluplast profiles, which are European extruded profiles fabricated in Australia.
Deceuninck
ICP Registration No: 005
Products certified:
Deceuninck TPX
Expiry Date: 13 Jan 2027
Company contact details:
Deceuninck.
Phone: +61 3 9302 1816
Email: www.deceuninck.com.au/
Address: Warehouse B 88/106 Kyabram St,
Coolaroo VIC 3048
Aluplast
ICP Registration No: 004
Products certified: Casement 4000
IDEAL 2000®
IDEAL 4000®
vario-slide
smart-slide
lift-slide
Expiry Date: 17 August 2027
Company contact details:
aluplast Pty Ltd.
Phone: +61 3 8786 8700
Email: info.au@aluplast.net
Address: 28 Endeavour Court,
Dandenong South, VIC 3175
