Sublimation – The Future Of Surface Finishes

Developed in Italy 30 years ago, sublimation for aluminium is a process through which printed images can be transferred directly into powder coated aluminium surfaces. Introduced into the Australian architectural market in the early 2000’s, this finishing technology has revolutionised the architectural aluminium products industry.

Strong and durable, yet light-weight and easy to install, sublimated aluminium is available in a broad range colours, designs and finishes, including woodgrain, concrete, weathered, steel, and marble. In terms of application, sublimated aluminium surfaces find use as cladding, windows, doors, panelling, decking, splashbacks, and more.

Titled ‘Sublimation – The Future of Surface Finishes’, this CPD Live shines a light on these surfaces. Beyond identifying the features and benefits of sublimation, our speakers will outline the process through which it is carried out. They will highlight relevant standards, the various classes of products available, and everything else that specifiers considering sublimated surface finishes need to know.

Learning Outcomes 

At the end of this presentation, you should be able to:

•   Define sublimation and explain how this technology is used to transfer images to powder coated surfaces
•   Outline the applications and benefits of sublimated surface finishes
•   Explain how to assess the durability and quality of sublimated surface finishes
•   Identify and outline the standards that apply to sublimated surface finishes

(PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT PC 12, PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PC 28, DETAILED DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION PC 39)

Speaker 

Richard Hamber – General Manager, DECO Australia

Richard Hamber is the General Manager of Australian-owned aluminium building product manufacturer, DECO Australia. Richard has a degree in Industrial Design and was formally DECO’s Research & Development Manager, specialising in product design, testing and development.

Richard previously held roles at the Australian Window Association, which included the management of the Window Energy Rating Scheme, development of energy efficiency tools, assessing changes to energy efficiency compliance and working on sustainability related projects. 

A graduate of the Standard’s Australia ‘Young Leaders Program’, Richard has also participated in numerous national and international bodies including Qualicoat, the Australian Institute of Surface Finishing, and Environmental Product Declarations.

Richard Parkes – National Architectural Specification Manager, DECO Australia

Richard Parkes is the National Architectural Specification Manager for Australian-owned aluminium building product manufacturer, DECO Australia. Richard has worked in the Architecture and Design sector for over 20 years, specialising in high-quality products.

Richard is passionate about design and sustainability and understands the pressures on architects and designers when it comes to architectural specification. From sustainable materials and energy-efficient production to durability and longevity, Richard uses his expertise to help architects source the best solutions to their design challenges.

Since 2019, Richard has been working with architects to help achieve design visions through the support of DECO’s range of building systems and finishes. Part of his day-to-day role is to help educate the architectural community on the benefits of building with aluminium and understanding the importance of selecting the right finishes for durability, low-maintenance, and overall aesthetic.