James Hardie and Working Spec make life easier

James Hardie has collaborated with Working Spec to create interactive 3D models of its cladding and pre-cladding products installation, making it faster and easier for builders to apply our product correctly 

James Hardie currently has models for the following products and install methods: 

Pre-Cladding: 

• RAB™ Board. 

Cladding: 

• Axon™ Panel – on Hardie™ CLD™ Structural Cavity Batten. 

• Linea™ Weatherboard. 

• Oblique Weatherboard – horizontal and vertical applications. 

• Stria Cladding – horizontal and vertical applications. 

Easy to understand 

Interactive animated 3D models are much easier to understand than 2D drawings, and take less time than watching videos showing assembly in action. 3D animations are also easier to understand for viewers with English as a second language. 

Easy to use 

James Hardie’s technical brochures include QR codes to make it easy to access 3D models on mobile phones. No specialist software or technical skills are required to use the 3D models, just the free Working Spec mobile app or online at jameshardie.co.nz/resources. 

Higher quality, faster construction 

Communicating assembly instructions through interactive animated 3D models reduces construction mistakes, resulting in better build quality – and builders spending less time puzzling over complex 2D drawings speeds up the overall build process. A win-win for all involved!