The consultation period for the final draft of the review of the industry’s key qualification and training program Certificate III Blinds, Awnings, Security Screens and Grilles has now passed. The new qualification MSF30925 will be available from January 2026.
The review has been spearheaded by Steven Quirk from The Frontline Group, which led the... READ MORE
Outdoor rooms work when they’re comfortable year-round, and still look great after years in the weather, according to Ryan Charvetto, Ozroll Business Development Manager. “That’s the brief Elipso Louvres was built to meet. Designed for patios, balconies, alfresco kitchens and apartment terraces, Elipso gives you controllable shade, airflow and privacy with a clean, architectural look that holds up over time.”
“Elipso is made from Australian aluminium, and we moved to LocAl low-emissions aluminium ahead of... READ MORE
Luxsol has reimagined the shutter ordering process with the launch of LOOP, an in-house developed online system that generates instant drawings and pushes orders straight into production.
The result? Faster approvals, greater accuracy, and a seamless link between retailers and manufacturing. In... READ MORE
After an incredible 28 years of outstanding contribution as our Executive Officer, Lynn Potesil concluded her employment with the WSAA on Monday, 13 October 2025.
Lynn’s name has been synonymous with the BMAA and now WSAA for nearly three decades.... READ MORE
Louvolite’s fabric manufacturing plant in Manchester, UK has just achieved the highest level of Oeko-Tex STeP accreditation after a recent inspection of its premises. This certification provides assurance that the materials used in the production processes of its window blind fabrics are free from harmful substances and are eco-friendly.
Oeko-Tex is an independent certification system that tests the safety of textile products. Its STeP... READ MORE
No longer a functional necessity, shading is now an integral part of modern architectural design. Today, external mesh blinds are seamlessly integrated into homes, multi-storey buildings, schools, and healthcare facilities to enhance aesthetics, improve comfort, and support sustainability by optimising a building’s energy efficiency.
However, for multi-storey commercial and residential buildings, the use of external blinds has been restricted... READ MORE
For decades, Louvolite has had a reputation as a leader for its showroom presentation books – large samples of quality fabrics presented in a cascade fashion.
“Louvolite has always recognised that for most consumers the single thing they know when entering... READ MORE
Consultation is underway to review the Certificate III in Blinds, Awnings, Security Screens, and Grilles, and relevant units of competency to improve their flexibility and relevance to current job roles.
Feedback has been received from industry on the draft qualification, skill set and units of... READ MORE
