The BugPlugg systems are a range of products designed to promote passive ventilation while preventing the entry of bugs, birds and vermin. Products are available to suit gutter line, ridges and head barges, hips and valleys, and can be custom made to suit any other junction.
Manufactured in New Zealand by Edging Systems limited, 630 Devon Road, New Plymouth.
E3 – Internal Moisture
The use of BugPlugg systems will contribute to compliance with E3.1 (a), E3.2 (a), and E3.3.1, by facilitating the diffusion of internally generated water vapour to the outside of the building by passive ventilation.
G3 – Ventilation
The use of BugPlugg systems will contribute to compliance with G3.3 (a) and G3.2.1, by preventing insects and vermin gaining entry via passive ventilation pathways.
All BugPlugg products are manufactured from UV stabilised Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA). It comprises a profiled shape to fit either under or over the roof profile, with a grid pattern of 3mm x 3mm voids to allow for air movement. Apex systems have a 10 mm clearance height above the roofing profile crest, to allow for free air movement over the roofing stop end.
BugPluggs can be used in any building within the scope of NZBC E3, and other roofs
where roof temperatures do not exceed 100C. It is available for all corrugate and trapezoidal
profiles, and selected trough section and tray roofs. It can be used with fleece underlay, or designs using conventional underlay.
BugPluggs may be installed by any competent roofer or builder; it does not require
specialised training or equipment. It can be installed during roof installation or retro fitted. As the
roof sits flush with the purlin, it does not require lowering of spouting to achieve free air clearance
at the eaves.
BugPlugg can be used as a full balanced ventilation system, or individual components
can be used to compliment other proprietary systems.
Download the Technical Statement PDF below for more information.
From new builds to retrofits, BugPlugg™ is supplied through selected roofing merchants and roll-formers across New Zealand. See who stocks it in your region.
