Creating Safer Buildings

By driving innovation in façade-sealing, we help you create safer, more sustainable buildings.

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Introducing RapidTray®

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Introducing RapidTray®

The next generation Cavity Tray System that delivers uncompromising performance and rapid installation.

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For higher performance buildings

Innovative through-wall solutions

Fire classified, through-wall solutions

OBEX CORTEX Through-Wall Systems - delivering EI60, EI90 & EI120 fire resistance with uncompromising performance and safety.

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Through-wall system

What is it?

Our Through-Wall System is a complete façade sealing solution, designed to provide robust fire protection and preserve structural integrity. Certified to EI60 and EI120, it’s the first SFS through-wall system tested with breather membrane and AVCL included, delivering a fully integrated, compliant solution that sets a new benchmark for façade fire safety.

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Air & Vapour Control Layer (AVCL)

What is it?

An AVCL is an airtight and vapour-tight membrane installed internally to increase airtightness, control water vapour and improve energy efficiency.

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Sheathing Board

What is it?

External sheathing board is a fire-classified cement-based board which is highly resistant to weathering and provides a surface for the installation of façade systems.

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Interface Sealing Membrane (ISM)

What is it?

ISMs are used specifically to provide a watertight & airtight seal around windows, doors, curtain walling and board/ slab-edge interfaces.

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Breather Membrane

What is it?

A breather membrane is a fire-classified, vapour-permeable protective layer applied around buildings. This prevents water ingress during construction while allowing moisture to escape, and the building to breathe after completion.

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Cavity Tray

What is it?

A cavity tray is a damp-proofing component installed in the cavity, designed to collect moisture that has entered the brickwork and redirect it safely back to the outside through weep holes.

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DPC

What is it?

A DPC (Damp Proof Course) membrane is installed within the wall to prevent rising damp from the ground and to protect cavity barriers from moisture ingress through the façade.

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For higher performance buildings

Solutions that ensure compliance

Cavity Tray Systems

Cavity Tray Systems
DPC Systems

DPC Systems
Specialist Tapes

Specialist Tapes
Through-Wall Systems

Through-Wall Systems
Interface Sealing Membranes & EPDM

Interface Sealing Membranes & EPDM
Cement Sheathing Board System

Cement Sheathing Board System
Breather Membranes

Breather Membranes
AVCL Membranes

AVCL Membranes
SPEEDSTER Profile Protection System

SPEEDSTER Profile Protection System
Surface Protection Tapes & Films

Surface Protection Tapes & Films
Mitre Joint Adhesives

Mitre Joint Adhesives
Tools & Accessories

Tools & Accessories

Building partners through trust

Certifications & advice

Trusted Advisors

Facade construction technical support

Technical Support

Proceed with confidence that our technical experts will support you with compatibility testing, product performance, construction and architectural detail review and advice.

Building Safety Act

The Building Safety Act (applicable to England and Wales) is set to transform how tall structures are designed, constructed and managed.

Site Support

Our on-site training, QA support and installation advice provides the assurance you need to continue with confidence and peace-of-mind.

Regulation 7

Regulation 7 Approved Document B is a UK government guidance document that outlines the fire safety requirements for buildings.

Our Accreditations & Certifications

Your Peace of Mind

BBA British Board of Agrément

OBEX products have third-party approval from BBA (British Board of Agrément), to ensure that their CORTEX Interface Sealing Solutions comply with all relevant performance standards.

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KIWA BDA Agrément

OBEX utilises KIWA BDA Agrément, an accredited global third-party testing organisation, to ensure that their products comply with industry regulations and performance standards.

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ISO 9001 & ISO 14001

OBEX has achieved ISO 9001 certification for maintain and continuously improve their quality management systems and processes and ISO 14001, the global benchmark for environmental management systems (EMS).

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