British gypsum produces plasterboards that are fire resistant, insulate from noise pollution, provide thermal insulation, can be moisture resistant and also impact resistant when. Fire resistance most firerated british gypsum systems require the board joints to be filled, either with gyproc jointing materials or thistle finish plasters, even in locations where the system is not visible to building users, in order to achieve the tested performance. Shaftwall provides a lightweight, fire resistant structure to protect elements in confined spaces wherever access is limited to one side only. Sprayapplied, fire resistant materials expand and insulate structural steel to prevent failure that can result from rapidly rising temperatures. The surfaces of gyproc soundbloc are designated class 0 for the purposes of national building regulations. The document has evolved in parallel with the development of drywall systems, and still stands as the most reliable source for best practice when it comes to drywall design guidance and installation advice. A range of nine different acoustic ceiling tiles manufactured from stone wool. Understanding roofing fire ratings and requirements. Gyproc soundbloc plasterboard technical and safety. Bim brochures product data sheets dops installation guides safety data sheets manual technical drawings.
A fire resistant material is one that is designed to resist burning and withstand heat, however, fire retardant materials are designed to burn slowly. Fire resistance please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems section for information on the. Drywall and performance wallboards certainteed learning center. For more information contact the british gypsum plasterboard recycling service team on 0800 633 5040 or visit the british gypsum website at britishgypsum. For example if we consider the gypwall classic system. British gypsum products in nbs riba product selector. High performance fireresistant wall system british gypsum. Fireresistance rated gypsum board vertically applied to opposite side with 1. Class a sound absorption, a1 reaction to fire and 30 minutes fire resistance.
Combustible decks are submitted to two additional tests after this. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems. Promat supalux sanded fire protection building board 2440mm x 1220mm x 9mm. British gypsum partition systems are constructed using lightweight materials, which can give rise to significant savings in structural design compared to masonry alternatives.
They cover all building categories, including private and social housing, apartments, healthcare, educational facilities, recreational and industrial properties in both newbuild and refurbishment and can. Fire resistance please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems section for information on the fire resistance of building elements lined with gyproc plank. British gypsum produces plasterboards that are fire resistant, insulate from noise pollution, provide thermal insulation, can be moisture resistant and also impact resistant when required. Sep 09, 2014 introduction to white book sector guide british gypsum have recently developed and published a sector guide specifically for varying environments. Both regular and type x gypsum board are covered under the astm c 96, gypsum board standard specification. However, its true that individual bricks are much more fire resistant than a brick wall. Oct 01, 2017 the justification was that once the sprinklers were installed and the fireresistant gypsum board was applied to the framing member, it didnt matter what was in the wall cavity. In a real fire, once the combustible material the fire load has been consumed, the fire will decay andor move. Fire resistance please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems section for information on the fire resistance of. L always use genuine branded british gypsum components to qualify for specsure lifetime warranty i f e t i m e s y te m w a r r a n t y s p e c su r gypframe reference codes and abbreviations the first two or three digits of a component code refer to the component width in mm, the letters refer to the component type and. Fireresistant type x, different thickness and multiple layers of wallboard provide increased fire rating based on the time a specific wall assembly can withstand a standardized fire test. The surface of gyproc thermaline plus is designated class 0 for the purposes of the building regulations.
The third important change was in the evolution of the definition use of a fire wall. Fire resistance ratings, stcs, fstcs, and iics are the results of tests conducted on systems composed of specific materials put to. The fire resistance of such systems is fundamentally due to the desirable thermal properties of gypsum as a hydroscopic material i. Noncombustible roof desks, such as steel, poured gypsum, or concrete, are tested by evaluating how quickly flame spreads on the top surface of the roof system. From early in the development of gypsum board or drywall panels in north america and europe and up to the 1980s it was common to include asbestos shorts and fibers in the gypsum mix to make the drywall both lighter easier to handle and stronger long fibres strengthen the material and in specialty products, more fire resistant. British gypsum metal framed partitions and walls can be used in all types of new and existing buildings, including private and social housing, apartments, healthcare, educational. Insulation materials, such as glass and stone mineral wool, can affect the fire resistance of a partition. The substitution of gyproc fireline with the same thickness of gyproc fireline duplex will not change the fire performance. Table 2 gypwall classic metal stud partition recommended maximum. Regular gypsum board a gypsum board with naturally occurring fire resistance from the gypsum in the core. Gyproc fireline gypsum plasterboard with fire resistant additives with pink paper lining for easy recognition. Portland cement is one of the most common cements used.
The guides detail a portfolio of dry lining systems developed specifically to meet the requirements of modern buildings, they also takes you through the regulations and guidance that should be taken. Glasroc f firecase product data sheet introduction predominantly used as part of the british gypsum firecase structural steel encasement system, giving up to 180 minutes of fire protection. Continued use of this site indicates that you accept this policy. Gypsum plasterboard with fire resistant additives with pink paper lining for easy recognition. British gypsum whitebook pdf view the list of products featured in our white book. First published in 1972, the white book is recognised as the leading specification resource for anyone specifying partition, wall lining and ceiling systems within the construction industry. P16 fire performance includes fire resistance, fire protection and reaction to fire, which are relevant for compartmentation, structural steelwork and surface spread of flame respectively. They cover all applications, from simple space division, through to high performance walls designed to meet the most demanding fire resistance, sound insulation, impact and height requirements. It is used to contribute to the fire resistance of a wide range of building elements. This safety data sheet does not constitute a workplace risk assessment for coshh. The most recognised and leading resource for this information is the white book by british gypsum, first published in 1972. They are usually used in systems with paramount board fixing strength, allowing increased partition height, but retaining the same partition width. Nevertheless, brick is commonly cited as among the best building materials for fire.
The surface of gyproc thermaline super is designated class 0 for the purposes of the building regulations. Big benefits also include the speed of installation and reduction to overall build costs. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white book section for information on the fire resistance. British gypsum offers a full range of specifications from simple plasterboard ceilings through to a range of gypsum based. British gypsum site book and the british gypsum manual handling guide. This ever popular size board is perfect for your diy, new build, selfbuild or.
Regulations, plasterboard is designated a material of limited combustibility approved document b. Fire protection american institute of steel construction. Building information modelling bim in every kind of building, we help to build ceilings, wall linings and partitions, provide thermal comfort, protect. Gypsum board is the technical product name used by manufacturers for a specific board with a gypsum core and a paper facing and may be further described as follows. As bricks are made in a fire kiln, theyre already highly resistant to fire. Flame spread ratings are conveyed in letter grades, with a having the highest degree of fire resistance. How to install a shaftwall system british gypsum youtube. It is a comprehensive guide to finding solutions using british gypsum products and systems. The british gypsum white book the british gypsum site book this product data sheet does not constitute a workplace risk assessment for coshh.
British gypsum offers a full range of specifications from simple plasterboard ceilings through to a range of gypsum based, acoustic suspended ceilings and layin grid systems. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white booksection for information on the fire resistance and sound insulation of building elements lined with gyproc thermaline plus. Browse the extensive range of gyprocs quality products and materials. Product description glasroc f firecase consists of gypsum incorporating a tissue of glass fibre immediately below the surface of the board. Fire resistance most fire rated british gypsum systems require the board joints to be filled, either with gyproc jointing materials or thistle finish plasters, even in locations where the system is not visible to building users, in order to achieve the tested performance. Saintgobain construction products uk limited, registered in england, company registered number 00734396. Saintgobain gyproc india gypsum ceilings, boards, drywall. Fire resistance elements of structure such as compartment walls which are required by national building regulations to be constructed of noncombustible materials or materials of limited. Soundbreak xp soundproof drywall acoustical surfaces.
British gypsum offers a full range of lightweight partition and wall systems. Cement is available from us in two different brands. Regular drywall has naturally occurring fire resistance due to the presence of gypsum in the core but is not fire rated. A combined experimental and numerical method for extracting. British gypsum standard board javascript seems to be disabled in your browser. Saint gobain house, binley business park, coventry, cv3 2tt. A brick wall is held together with mortar, which is less effective. Use the white book companion app to view helpful videos from the white book. Please note that nbs product guidance is not a replacement for the manufacturers literature and it is recommended that british gypsum be consulted before specifying. Gyproc is a market leader in the building construction space in india for the last 30 years. Gyproc fireline board is backed with a vapour control membrane that is designed to be used where warm and cold elements of walls and ceilings interact, such as in external wall and. Due to its inherent fire resistance, gypsum board, commonly known as drywall is the premier building material for wall, ceiling, and partition systems in residential, institutional, and commercial structures.
The surfaces of gyproc wallboard duplex are designated class 0 for the purposes of national building regulations. Fire resistance test results are expressed in terms of time to failure against one or more. Home white book system selector systems overview specialist partitions. The movement of fire in a compartment is related to both fire load and ventilation, neither of which is considered in a standard fire test. Gypsum, the main raw material for plasterboard, is a sulphate but is classified as nonhazardous. Try out the white book system selector, an online tool designed to help find the ideal. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white book product or system section for information on the fire resistance. Roofing systems must meet or exceed building codes and insurance requirements. British gypsum uses cookies to deliver superior functionality and to enhance your experience of our websites. Gyproc fireline duplex is a gypsum plasterboard with fire resistant additives, backed with a vapour control layer. White book floors and ceilings section british gypsum.
The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with joints taped and filled, or skimmed according to british gypsum s recommendations. Waste from gypsum plasterboard products is fully recyclable. There are a number of situations where the approach to manual handling of british gypsum products should be considered. Gypsum board based systems are now widely used in buildings as fire resistant walls or ceilings and to provide passive fire protection. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white book section for information on the fire resistance and sound insulation of. White book c02 technical performance british gypsum. It is also specified where firespread containment is required, for example. Our systems are nonloadbearing and constructed using modern, drylining techniques.
Whenever possible, place one foot in front of the other to produce a good base and reduce the pressure on the body. Sfrms are typically used if steel is hidden from view, such as above a rooms ceiling or behind its drywall. It is used for a wide variety of building projects and is often used. The aim of the british gypsum site ready skimming course is to provide attendees with the skills needed to make an immediate contribution on site upon completion of the course. We are supporting subcontractors to upskill plastering labourers, general labourers, dry lining tapers or employees working in similar roles, with the skills required. The surfaces of gyproc fireline mr are designated class 0 for the purposes of national building regulations. The british gypsum white book the british gypsum site book the british gypsum website.
Fire resistance please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems section for information on the fire resistance of building. Fire resistance of a ceiling fire prevention safelincs. The white book for all partitions, wall lining and ceiling systems. Does anyone have any evidence of what a ceiling offers in terms of fire resistance made up of skimmed 12. Using our online page turner to select key pages to view and download. The quoted performances are achieved only if british gypsum components are used throughout, and the. Fire resistance please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems section for information on the fire resistance of building elements lined with gyproc soundbloc. Looking through the various gypwall partition sections of the white book will see that different combinations of plasterboards and studs will provide different fire resistance durations. Reaction to fire test performance thermal conductivity gyproc fireline 0. As both en and bs fire resistance standards are acceptable for showing compliance with building regulations, this book shows tables for systems tested in accordance with both en and bs standards. Plasterboard linings provide good fire protection owing to the unique behaviour of the noncombustible gypsum core when subjected to high temperatures. Certainteed type x gypsum board has a flame spread rating of 15 and smoke developed rating of 0, in accordance with astm e 84, ul 723, ubc 81, nfpa 255, canulcs102. Reaction to fire test performance thermal conductivity gyproc plank 0. For further guidance, please refer to the manual handling section of the site book.
Type x drywall has special core additives that allow it to be used in fire rated designs and usually comes in 58. Gypsum plasterboard with glass fibre and additional additives to increase the fire protection characteristics with pink paper lining for easy recognition. Input your required performances into the available fields e. The system provides a protective structure which can be incorporated at an early stage of the construction without the need for scaffolding. I telephoned british gypsum technical helpline today but they can only offer solutions from the white book. The surfaces of gyproc thermaline basic are designated class 0 for the purposes of the building regulations. Concealed monolithic metal frame suspended ceiling system. This section contains steel encasement systems that provide up to 180 minutes of fire protection. Identification of the substances preparation and company 1. The surface of gyproc thermaline pir is designated class 0 for the purposes of the building regulations.
Fire retardant materials should not be confused with fire resistant materials. Gyproc joint filler is particularly suited to this purpose. Glasroc f multiboard is a strong and resilient, noncombustible gypsum board with a water repellent plaster surface. The british gypsum white book system selector enables you to quickly identify. Gyproc soundbloc are designated class 0 for the purposes of national building regulations. Fire resistance acoustic sound insulation structural. Soundbreak xp gypsum board vertically applied to one side of 358. This section details floors and ceilings systems which cover a multitude of performance requirements in all sectors. Information about our cookie policy can be found here. Find specifications that meet your performance requirements. Vat british gypsum gyproc fireline board square edge fire resistant plasterboard 2400mm x 1200mm x 15mm. Fire resistance please refer to the appropriate white book product or systems section for information on the fire resistance of building elements lined with gyproc fireline.
Often perlite, vermiculite, and boric acid are added to improve fire resistance. The surfaces of gyproc soundbloc f are designated class 0 for the purposes of national building regulations. The surfaces of gyproc coreboard are designated class 0 for the purposes of national building regulations. In a recent roofing column, we focused upon technical information that could be found on roofing material wrappers that could. Newcastleunderlyme college minimises materials on new campus.
Technical note drywalling part 1 brewer smith brewer group. Our products are an integral, functional, design and sustainable component of modern and emotional architecture. Designed to provide a monolithic surface when joints and fastener heads are covered with a joint treatment system, gypsum products also. Technical support 1800usg4you product safety hotline 18005078899 product categories. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on javascript in your browser. Technical performance technical performance and principles of system design introduction fire refer to c02. Each product clause is authored in nbs format and is intended for inclusion in project specifications. Asbestos in ignifuge drywall ignifuge fireresistant materials. Unlike the en test standards the bs test standards do not impose restrictions with respect to maximum partition height. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white booksection for information on the fire resistance and sound insulation of building elements lined with gyproc thermaline super. Codes account for proximity, building use and occupant density when establishing minimum resistance requirements. They cover all applications, from simple space division, through to high performance walls designed to meet the most demanding fire resistance, sound. To achieve up to a full 120 minutes fire resistance to a. Floors and ceilings c06 this section details floors and ceilings systems which cover a multitude of performance requirements in all sectors.
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