Blogs

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March 24, 2022by
Balancing Style & Functionality For: Healthy, Hygienic Public Toilets & Bathroom
When it comes to bathroom design, there are two key considerations that must be taken into account: practicality and aesthetics.
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March 17, 2022by
Stainless Steel Benches & Troughs for Epworth Eastern Hospital
Making sure that our hospitals and healthcare systems have the right equipment is a key part of the work done here at BRITEX.
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November 17, 2021by
Supplying Stainless Steel Security Products for New Werribee Police Station
Our work was part of a new $45 million police complex built in Werribee, which spans 6000m2 and is four storeys high. Located at 134 Princes Highway
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September 29, 2021by
Stainless Steel Benches & Sinks: The Standard In Commercial Establishments
Whether it is a cafe, an upscale restaurant, or a specialized catering unit, stainless steel benches offer several advantages that are hard to match or beat.
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July 28, 2021by
Britex Refurbishment of Warrandyte Bridge Public Toilet Block
Stainless steel producers Britex, have recently upgraded the much needed public toilet adjacent to the Warrandyte Bridge. In collaboration with the multi-million-dollar upgrade to the Warrandyte Bridge
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June 16, 2021by
Britex’s Urinals - A Unique Balance Between Hygiene And Aesthetics
There are quite a number and variety of bathroom products in the market, which makes it hard to choose
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May 13, 2021by
Britex Collaboration with VSBA Program
The Victorian School Infrastructure boom is showing no signs of abating. To ensure that every Victorian child gets access to a great school, the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA), oversees the design and construction of new schools and the modernisation and upgrades of existing schools.
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April 23, 2021by
Guide on Stainless Steel Benches
When it comes to commercial kitchens, investing in high-quality items is necessary to keep up with the demanding work that goes on. That’s true for appliances, stainless steel benches, flooring, and more.
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April 22, 2021by
Key Components of a Commercial Kitchen
A commercial kitchen can be anything from a compact, hot room at the back of a restaurant with every inch of space filled by food, cookware, and kitchen appliances
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April 22, 2021by
The Benefits of Stainless Steel Benches for Your Kitchens, Laboratories & Hospitals
It is important for surfaces in a kitchen to be able to withstand daily wear and tear over a long period of time. Stainless steel is one of the best options, as they make a durable, corrosion-resistant
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April 21, 2021by
Maximising Stainless Steel Benches in Commercial Kitchens
Establishments within the hospitality industry have a responsibility to serve guests food with care and attention to detail.
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April 21, 2021by
Top Tips for Buying Stainless Steel Benches
Stainless steel is the perfect material for home and commercial kitchens. It is aesthetically pleasing
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March 17, 2021by
The Different Types of Stainless Steel Benches
Stainless steel benches are highly sought after for various applications, especially for commercial kitchens, laboratories and medical environments
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February 17, 2021by
Britex TWUDU the only accredited foot wash trough in the USA
We are proud to announce that the Britex Stainless Steel Wudu Foot Wash Trough (TWUDU) is the only accredited wudu foot wash trough in the USA
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January 27, 2021by
How to Specify Custom Stainless Steel Benches
The use of high quality stainless steel fixtures that suit all requirements is essential to the success of any commercial projects.
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December 15, 2020
WaterMark Certified Drinking Fountains & Troughs
Britex is proud to be home to one of Australia’s largest range of Australian certified stainless steel sanitary fixtures and accessories.
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November 25, 2020by
Britex Stainless Steel Fixtures for Beach Projects
Britex stainless steel products are known to be sturdy, durable and vandal resistant, making them highly suitable for public amenities at beach fronts and public reserves near the coast.
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October 20, 2020by
Bayside Council NSW Public Amenities
Britex understands the importance of incorporating robust, low maintenance and vandal resistant fixtures into public amenity designs without compromising on style and aesthetics.
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September 29, 2020by
New Range: Foot Activated Drinking Fountains
Introducing our new BRITEX Foot Activated Drinking Fountains, the latest additions to our range of hands-free solutions.
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August 06, 2020by
Britex Covid Safe Plan and Updates
In line with the Victorian Government Directive to move to Stage 4 Restrictions, Britex will remain operating with a Covid-Safe Plan in place to support and supply our customers and industries who are providing essential services and rely on our products.
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July 22, 2020by
BRITEX benefits from Local Jobs First
BRITEX, a proudly Australian owned and operated manufacturer, is one of several Victorian businesses supporting the delivery of state-wide government projects through the Local Jobs First Policy.
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June 23, 2020by
Britex Drink Safe Solutions
Lead is still used in the manufacture of some plumbing products in Australia, such as brass fittings. Although Australia’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Brendan Murphy has stated that the country’s drinking water is safe, it is still recommended that Australians do what they can to limit potential exposure to lead from all sources.Read more -
April 27, 2020by
Britex Hands-Free Hygiene Collection
Our range of hands-free hygiene solutions are ideal for applications where hygiene is a major concern
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March 05, 2020by
New Range: Wash Plane Basins
Public toilets, restrooms or washrooms are used by a large number of people every day, and the conditions of the environment can quickly deteriorate if these facilities are not properly maintained.
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February 26, 2020by
Britex at the Future Justice and Corrections Summit 2020
Britex was an exhibition partner at the recent 5th Annual Future Justice and Corrections Summit in Sydney, an event designed to facilitate discussion and explore innovative approaches...
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February 05, 2020by
Prahran Square Cato Street Car Park Amenities
Britex was recently given the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington on their $60 million Prahran Square Car Park Redevelopment.
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December 08, 2019by
Britex Security Combination Units for Dillwynia Correctional Facility
Another truck has been loaded up as the BRITEX Security Combination Units continue to roll out into the Australian correctional landscape. Headed for Dillwynia Correctional Facility in New South Wales, these 220 Security Combination Units will be installed as part of the Government’s Dillwynia expansion project.
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November 18, 2019by
Durable fixtures for Merbein Sporting Clubrooms
Merbein is home to a number of sporting teams, including AFL, Netball and Cricket. When a 2016 storm in the Mildura region destroyed the Merbein Sporting Clubrooms in Kenny Park, the Mildura Rural City Council (in partnership with AFL Victoria, Merbein Football Netball Club, Sunraysia Football Netball League and Merbein South Cricket Club) set to build larger and more durable facilities.
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October 18, 2019by
Working smarter with better tooling and machinery
Investment in new tooling and machinery combined with old fashioned teamwork means the BRITEX fabrication process is constantly evolving. From new industrial design software in our Product Development department to adopting more efficient welding, folding and laser cutting techniques, every member of the BRITEX Team contributes to our growth and success.
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December 31, 2018by
Revit Families For Commercial Sinks
Britex Stainless Steel has just uploaded a new section of Revit families for an extensive range of Stainless Steel 'Commercial Sinks' to the Britex website. The range includes Revit families for various Cleaner's Sinks, Laboratory Bowls, Baby Baths and Customisable Laboratory Sinks.
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December 31, 2017by
Butchers - Refrigerated Display Cabinets
Consumer studies have shown that appearance of a retail cut in a refrigerated meat display case is the first and the most important factor in determining selection of meat products.
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December 30, 2017by
Revit Families For Stainless Steel Benches, Sinks And Shelves
Revit families for the 'BenchTech’ range of modular stainless steel sinks, benches and shelves are now available for download from the Britex website. To download Revit families for the complete range, please visit the BenchTech page.
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December 29, 2017by
Revit Families For Drinking Fountains
Australia's best online resource for FREE Revit Families just got even better! The Britex website is now home to Revit families for Britex Drinking Fountains to suit all projects and applications. Revit content for all Britex products has been developed to ANZRS guidelines and is optimised for use
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December 27, 2017by
Revit Families For Wash Basins & Commercial Tapware
The Britex website is now home to 48 Revit families for stainless steel Wash Basins and integrated Commercial Tapware (optional). Revit content for all Britex products has been developed to ANZRS guidelines and created with both Revit Architecture and MEP in mind.
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December 26, 2017by
Revit Families Updated For Britex Washroom Accessories
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing Australia’s best manufacturer-specific BIM content, Britex has recently updated our entire library of Revit families for our range of Washroom Accessories.
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December 25, 2017by
ArchiCAD Content Library – LCF NOW AVAILABLE
Britex is pleased to announce that our entire ArchiCAD library is now available in a single LCF file for optimal convenience. The Britex ArchiCAD library is one of the largest manufacturer-owned ArchiCAD content libraries in Australia.
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December 24, 2017by
Easy To Specify Stainless Steel Laboratory Sinks
Britex has endeavoured to make the task of specifying stainless steel laboratory sinks and laboratory bowls easy with its new catalogued range of custom made lab sinks - manufactured from grade 316 acid resistant stainless steel.
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December 23, 2017by
Revit + ArchiCAD + SketchUp = BRITEX-BIM!
Britex.com.au is the home of Australia’s largest manufacturer-owned BIM library for stainless steel fittings and fixtures. In living up to our reputation as ‘The Specifier’s Choice’, Britex is able to provide designers
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December 21, 2017by
The benefits of drinking fountains
A simple drinking fountain can yield surprising results with over 7000+ users in high traffic areas. Having a multitude of benefits such as being low maintenance, eco friendly and convenient, the addition of drinking fountains adds value to a private or public space. Highly suitable but not limited to public.
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December 21, 2017by
Stainless Steel Drinking Troughs For Schools
Britex offers Australia's largest range of stainless steel drinking troughs for schools. Frequently specified as the stainless steel drinking trough of choice throughout the Building the Education Revolution (BER), Britex drinking troughs can be supplied to site 'pre-plumbed', ready for installation – no onsite tapware plumbing required.
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December 20, 2017by
Britex Exhibiting At ACAA Conference Nov 18-20
Britex will be exhibiting some new BIM content (Revit + ArchiCAD) as well as our range of AS1428 (accessible) compliant products at The Association of Consultants in Access Australia (ACAA) Conference in Sydney on 18-20 November.
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December 19, 2017by
Britex Designer Hand Basins
Australia’s market leader in the design and fabrication of stainless steel bathroom fixtures is pleased to announce the availability of a new ‘designer’ range of stainless steel hand wash basins.
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December 18, 2017by
A Drinking Fountain For Any Occasion!
Stainless Steel drinking fountains manufactured by Britex are built to withstand the rigors of being installed in public places. Manufactured in Australia for Australian conditions, Britex stainless steel
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December 17, 2017by
Britex Barren Stainless Steel Waterless Urinals
Designed to function without any water, Britex 'Barren' waterless urinals are a great way to conserve water. Providing further benefits to the environment, the Barren waterless urinal is manufactured from 100% recycled stainless steel.
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December 16, 2017by
Britex Sanistep Urinals Installed In MCG Redevelopment
For iconic stadiums like the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) that can cater for over 100,000 patrons in a single day; specifiers, contractors and asset managers alike seek to ensure only the most reliable fixtures are installed
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December 15, 2017by
Customised Designer Kitchen Sinks
Britex specialise in manufacturing stainless steel kitchen sinks of the highest quality to the exact size, style and specifications of its clients. Frequently sought out by high profile architects and found in some of Australia's finest domestic properties
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December 14, 2017by
How to clean stainless
Keeping stainless steel intact is simple and will keep your space looking and feeling clean and fresh. If damaged, it can discolor so keeping on top of cleaning should be a top priority in your facility.
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December 14, 2017by
New Britex Specification Manual Now Available
The new Britex specification manual is now available. Australia's largest resource for high quality stainless steel fixtures provides more detail than ever before and includes:
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December 13, 2017by
Disabled And Ambulant Stainless Steel Toilets
Britex offers Australia's largest range of high quality disabled and ambulant stainless steel toilet pans that conform to the size and profile requirements of the most recent amendments to the Australian building code for Access and Mobility, AS1428
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December 06, 2017by
Benefits of the wall mounted basin
The Hand Basin is an underrated part of any washroom and can be easily considered both in the design and setup of your bathroom or its refurbishment. With a wide variety of hand basin options in bold stainless steel or softer ceramic finish, Britex will have a design to fit your style.
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January 18, 2017by
*New* our popular benchtech range has been given a facelift
We've listened to your feedback and streamlined a high quality modular system that is perfect for full kitchen fit outs or integrated with custom made Britex benches and shelves for a more cost effective solution.
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October 17, 2016by
Toilet washroom fitout for Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
We are so proud to display our complete toilet fit outs in the brand new Geelong Library and Heritage Centre with products including our disabled compliant and ambulant toilet pans and hand basins as well as our complete range of washroom accessories. Itself an architectural feat with critically acclaimed interior; the contemporary community hub is a stunning addition to Geelong's cultural landscape.
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October 17, 2016by
NEW Britex Ceramic Range
IIf you are looking to refurbish your outdated washroom, there are several factors to take into consideration. Whether your facilities are for staff use only, or they are public/customer-facing, a sub-par bathroom makes for an unpleasant experience that can leave a negative impression
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August 02, 2014by
Isn't everything made in China?
It’s clear many people, not the least our own clients, have absolutely no concept of where our products come from, or more importantly, know anything about the people who are creating them; so I thought I would clear a few things up.
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August 02, 2014by
Britex ArchiCAD GDL Object Library Update - Commercial Tapware Added
The ever-growing, ever-improving Britex ArchiCAD GDL object library has recently undergone another revamp with the addition of 20 Commercial Tapware objects.
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July 30, 2014by
What does your BIM content say about you?
Manufacturers around the world are making BIM content available for their products to meet increasing demand from their AEC clients. But do manufacturers really know what impact their BIM content is having on their brand and reputation?
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May 06, 2014by
BIM communities: Where are all the manufacturers?
Whilst at last week’s RTC Australasia event in Melbourne, I wondered to myself on many occasions, why aren’t there more building product manufacturers here? The benefit gained from attending an event like this was, for me at least, immense.
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February 10, 2014by
Why BIM Content Creation is a ‘Team Sport’
Having project managed the creation of over 1,000 individual BIM models for Britex products, I am convinced that to achieve the best possible outcome, it must be a team effort. This post explains my thoughts on why input from manufacturers is critical to the BIM content creation process.
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February 10, 2014by
BIM Content with too much detail - It's all your fault
OK, so it’s not all your fault personally, but you’re probably contributing to the problem unknowingly. All too often I hear Revit users / ArchiCAD users / BIM Managers lamenting that manufacturer's BIM content is “far too detailed”.
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February 03, 2014by
Britex Commercial Washroom Accessories - Revit Families with METRIC Dimensions
Looking for Revit families with METRIC dimensions for Commercial Washroom Accessories? Britex has recently uploaded Revit families for more than 100 Britex Commercial Washroom Accessories to the Britex website. The 45 individual Revit families in this section include an extensive range of high quality products from the following categories: Revit...