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Introducing Portiqo Architectural Screens by Unex Systems

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UNEX Systems

01 April 2026

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Our new Portiqo Architectural Screens are a New Zealand-made aluminium screening system designed to enhance architectural aesthetics across residential, commercial, and industrial environments.

When a façade needs to work as hard as it looks, material choice matters. Portiqo Architectural Screens by UNEX Systems offer architects and designers a clean, flexible solution - designed and manufactured right here in New Zealand.

Built from architectural grade aluminium, Portiqo battens are lightweight, non-rusting, and resistant to moisture, UV exposure, mould, fungi, and insects. That means consistent performance across New Zealand's variable climates, with minimal ongoing maintenance for building owners.

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Versatile by Design

Five batten extrusion sizes - ranging from 50 × 50 mm through to 225 × 50 mm - and three fixing configurations give designers the freedom to tailor the system to almost any building form. Portiqo suits face-fixed wall screening, bottom- and top-fixed vertical panels, and sloped or gable-end installations, making it equally at home on a private residence, apartment block, or commercial building.

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Performance and Durability

Made from architectural grade aluminium, Portiqo is lightweight yet strong, making handling and installation efficient. The material is non-rusting and resistant to moisture, UV exposure, mold, fungi, and insects, ensuring lasting performance in New Zealand’s variable climates. Portiqo Architectural Screens are backed by a 10-year UNEX product warranty, offering long-term reassurance for both specifiers and building owners.

Finishes that Last

Portiqo battens are available in a variety of finishes to suit both aesthetic and environmental requirements:

Powder-Coated Aluminium

  • Wide selection from the Dulux architectural range
  • Long-lasting colour stability and resistance to weather

Metwood Timber-Look Coatings

  • Realistic woodgrain finish using advanced sublimation technology
  • Scratch, impact, and warp resistant
  • Suitable for interior or exterior use

These options allow designers to achieve either contemporary crispness or the warmth of natural timber, without the maintenance concerns of wood.

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Designed for Visual Enhancement

Portiqo screens are intended for façade screening and visual enhancement only and are not designed as fall-prevention barriers. Supplied exclusively through UNEX-authorised fabricators, the system ensures precise fabrication and professional installation on every project.

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Extrusion Batten Profile Sizes:

  • 50 × 50 mm
  • 75 × 50 mm
  • 125 × 50 mm
  • 175 × 50 mm
  • 225 × 50 mm

Fixing Configurations:

  • Face-fixed wall screening
  • Bottom- and top-fixed vertical screens
  • Sloped or gable-end applications
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Bring Your Design Vision to Life

Whether you’re specifying for a new build or retrofitting an existing façade, Portiqo provides a versatile, NZ-made solution that combines modular construction, design flexibility, and long-term performance.

Explore how Portiqo Architectural Screens can enhance your next project - visit UNEX Systems to learn more or get in touch with the team.