No additional framing components required on site due to the use of standard gypframe metal products that are widely used in other british gypsum partition solutions. Firecase also appears in the asfp yellow book fire protection for structural steel in buildings. May 17, 2016 shaftwall provides a lightweight, fire resistant structure to protect elements in confined spaces wherever access is limited to one side only. The british gypsum white book the british gypsum site book the british gypsum website. It is the worlds largest manufacturer of plasterboard. How to install a shaftwall system british gypsum youtube. The systems employ either direct board to board fixing or are based on the lightweight steel framework clad with fire protective boards and are fully compatible with lightweight. Lightweight, fire resisting structures designed to protect elements within service cores of modern, fasttrack developments. British gypsum has unveiled an online tool to help streamline the specification process for construction professionals. 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. For use with british gypsum drilyner systems, on high, medium or low suction backgrounds. British gypsum reserves the right to revise product specification without notice. British gypsum has launched its new white book to help construction professionals in specifying internal partitions, wall linings, floor and acoustic ceiling systems. This book is kind of like the bible for plasterers.
Case t6589 bpb industries plc and british gypsum limited. This product data sheet does not constitute a workplace risk assessment for coshh. Gypsum plasterboard with glass fibre and other additives in the core, used in british gypsum partition, wall lining and ceiling systems to give increased fire protection. Gyproc thermaline plus consists of an aerated gypsum core encased in, and firmly bonded to, strong paper liners. Performance fire resistance most fire rated british gypsum systems require the board joints to be filled, either with gyproc jointing materials or. British gypsum gypframe gfs1 fixing strap metal stud. British gypsum whirebook a full range of specifications from simple plasterboard ceilings through to a range of gypsumbased, acoustic suspended ceilings and layin grid systems. The white book for all partitions, wall lining and ceiling systems. The extruded polystyrene insulant is then further bonded to the finished plasterboard.
British gypsum systems provide high quality internal linings. Gyproc thermaline basic are designated class 0 for the purposes of the building regulations. Dec 31, 2019 british gypsum whirebook a full range of specifications from simple plasterboard ceilings through to a range of gypsum based, acoustic suspended ceilings and layin grid systems. Successfully tested above performance requirements of bs 52342. Tested specifications plus all related documentation. British gypsum limited officers free information from. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. 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. For information about products supplied by artex limited or saintgobain isover please see their respective websites. Gypwall extreme can accept heavy fixings on a single layer without the need for additional support battens. Please let us know by voting if the number works properly so that we can take a look if it doesnt and fix it. The sequence photographs and guidance notes depict the basic steps required for troublefree fixing. The british gypsum white book the british gypsum site book note to user. British gypsum are uks leading manufacturer of plasterboard and plasterbased drylining systems and products.
It should be used by site personnel regularly involved in either building or supervising systems installation. British gypsum gypframe gfs1 fixing strap metal stud wall. The british gypsum white book is a comprehensive guide to finding solutions using british gypsum s products and systems. The construction industry is evolving in response to changing regulations, greater focus on efficient and sustainable construction as well as the total cost throughout the buildings life cycle. Can also be used to protect all forms of ducts in conventional buildings. British gypsum is the uks leading manufacturer of plasterboard and plasterbased drylining systems and products and one of the most respected brands in uk construction. Fire resistance acoustic sound insulation structural.
Gyproc joint cement complies with en 963 type 3a, and is manufactured under a quality system independently audited and certified as conforming with iso 9001. We are supporting subcontractors to upskill plastering labourers, general labourers, dry lining tapers or employees working in similar roles, with the skills required. Linings c07 this section contains our wall and roof lining systems, covering all applications, from a basic wallboard lining through to high performance linings designed to meet thermal and sound insulation, fire protection, or impact resistance requirements. The gypsum association fire resistance design manual is referenced by the following code and standards writing organizations. Shaftwall provides a lightweight, fire resistant structure to protect elements in confined spaces wherever access is limited to one side only. British gypsum, part of the saintgobain group, is the uks leading manufacturer of interior lining systems.
White book c02 technical performance british gypsum. The company subsidiary british gypsum, which was the uk operating arm of the company, operates as a subsidiary of saint. The system provides a protective structure which can. Saint gobain house, binley business park, coventry, cv3 2tt. The white book system selector allows specifiers to search and filter through tested british gypsum plaster and drylining solutions to select the right specifications for the job. Describes complete line of construction products, including sheetrock brand gypsum panels and imperial brand gypsum base for drywall and veneer plaster construction, sheathing and ceilings. British gypsum limited free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. Firewall provides up to 240 minutes of fire resistance, while requiring minimal wall thickness, especially designed to. British gypsum vtc is a virtual trucking company based around euro truck simulator 2 mp. May 18, 2015 the construction industry is evolving in response to changing regulations, greater focus on efficient and sustainable construction as well as the total cost throughout the buildings life cycle. Mar 23, 2016 british gypsum has launched its new white book to help construction professionals in specifying internal partitions, wall linings, floor and acoustic ceiling systems. This safety data sheet does not constitute a workplace risk assessment for coshh.
Saintgobain construction products uk limited, registered in england, company registered number 00734396. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white book section for information on the fire resistance and sound insulation of building elements lined with gyproc thermaline basic. Contact information for british gypsum technical support with its free or geographic phone number. British gypsum s white book has long been a bible for the industry in drylining and plastering. Firewall provides up to 240 minutes of fire resistance, while requiring.
For use with british gypsum drilyner systems, on high, medium or. Technical enquiries british gypsum limited drywall academy advice centre east leake loughborough. British gypsum gypframe gfs1 fixing strap is one of the gypframe board joining components designed to provide support to horizontal plasterboard joints, within deflection heads, in case the wall is higher than one board. The product can be used in various systems including. This safety data sheet does not constitute a workplace risk assessment. The tool, which features simple and easy to follow search criteria familiar. Following extensive research with its customers, including online interviews and focus groups, british gypsum has improved its white book to give easier navigation and cross. Box 9101 quincy, massachusetts 022699101 see nfpa 90a, nfpa 101, nfpa 221, nfpa 5000, and the life safety code handbook the fire resistance design manualis also referenced in. They present high quality claddings with or without supplementary framing. British gypsum is the uks leading manufacturer of plasterboard, plaster and drylining systems. Building information modelling bim in every kind of building, we help to build ceilings, wall linings and partitions, provide thermal comfort, protect. Apr 30, 2020 british gypsum, part of the saintgobain group, is the uks leading manufacturer of interior lining systems. S1pistec h nalnptps technical performance and principles of system design fire legislation, guidance and insurance building regulations fire safety building regulations approved document b ad b and technical handbook fire section 2 are a series of approved documents that provide practical guidance. Gypsum wastes environment agency information sheet.
Gyproc driwall adhesive supplier british gypsum east leake loughborough leicestershire le12 6hx telephone 0844 800 1991 email bgtechnical. National fire protection association 1 batterymarch park p. To maintain the quality of its service standards the company has also introduced the complete specification guide, an interactive cdrom that has been developed in conjunction with riba services. The british gypsum white book is revamped plasterers news. Jan 22, 2014 british gypsum has unveiled an online tool to help streamline the specification process for construction professionals. The information herein should not be read in isolation as it is meant only as guidance for.
Systems provides a protective structure which can be incorporated before the building envelope is sealed. With over 100 years experience in plaster, plasterboard and ceiling solutions, british gypsum already have a multitude of highperformance products and systems. Our mission is to develop innovative products and services that help customers build. Firesafety properties are described in terms of fire resistance, surfaceburning characteristics and noncombustibility. It is a comprehensive guide to finding solutions using british gypsum products and systems. There are a number of situations where the approach to manual handling of british gypsum products should be considered. Type x fire rated gypsum drywall that is 58 inch 15. The range includes partition, wall lining, ceiling, flooring, insulation and fire protection systems which satisfy a wide range of performance criteria in all types of buildings, from houses to recreational buildings and hospitals. The substitution of gyproc wallboard with the same thickness of gyproc wallboard duplex will not change the fire performance. The british gypsum white book was first published in 1972 and the white book is recognised as a reliable source of information for anyone within the plastering sector of the construction industry. Seggs a few years ago bg were on strike and all that was available was knauf, we were working on a school being turned into flats the first time i used it, i personally thought it was crap as it stayed realy wet then all of a sudden turned solid unlike multi does it gradually, but after a while you get used to it and its realy nice to use, only trouble i found with it was cause its white its. Fire resistance sound insulation please refer to the appropriate white book section for information on the fire resistance and sound insulation of building elements lined with gyproc thermaline pir, available. The british gypsum white book the british gypsum sitebook no warranty is hereby expressed or implied.
Lightweight, fireresisting structures designed to protect elements within service cores of modern, fasttrack developments. Usg fireresistant assemblies catalog english sa100. Gyproc thermaline pir is designated class 0 for the purposes of the building regulations. British gypsum gypframe gfs1 fixing strap is one of the gypframe board joining components designed to provide support to horizontal plasterboard joints, within deflection heads, in case the wall is higher than one board the product can be used in various systems including. Gypwall extreme is fully adaptable and compatible with other british gypsum systems. Increased fire resistance is achieved without compromising partition thickness through the use of noncombustible glasroc f glassreinforced gypsum boards. Bpb plc british plaster board was a british building materials business. British gypsum encasements give an assured level of fire protection to structural steelwork. 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 wallboard. Bpb industries plc and british gypsum limited v commission of the european communities competition abuse of a dominant position exclusive purchase contract loyalty payments effect on trade between member states attributability of the infringement judgment of the court of first instance second chamber, 1 april 1993 ii 392.
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