Gypwall 3.2: General Purpose Metal Stud Partition System

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GypWall™
3.2
General purpose metal stud partition system
INTRODUCTION
GypWall partitions are lightweight, non-loadbearing, and

quickly assembled on site. They provide cost-effective
partitions suitable for all types of commercial, recreational,
institutional, and industrial buildings, as well as residential
developments such as flats and apartments.
The system consists of Gyproc plasterboards screw-fixed to

Gypframe metal sections. The partitions are extremely
versatile and can achieve the levels of fire resistance,
sound insulation, impact resistance, and stability required
in all normal types of buildings. They also give an
economical means of space division.
GypWall partitions weigh much less than masonry

partitions of comparable thickness, thus effecting savings
in structural design. The system easily allows for the
inclusion of services during construction.
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INSTALLATION
Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel is fixed at the head and

base. Gypframe studs are fitted vertically to a friction-fit
within the channel sections, and to abutments, to form the
framework. This allows for adjustment during boarding.
Studs are fitted so as to all face the same way. Additional
framing is installed as required to support heavy fixtures.
Boards are screw-fixed to framing members to form the
lining. Horizontal board-end joints of face lining boards
should be backed with Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap or
Gypframe GFT1 Fixing ‘T’ .
For full installation details, refer to the Installation Guide at www.gypsum.ie
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Health and Safety 70 S 50 ‘C’ Stud

Safety Data Sheets for all Gypsum Industries’ products 2400, 2700
are available to download from our website: 3000, 3300,
www.gypsum.ie, or from the Technical Sales Department. 3600, 4200
Environmental
GypWall partitions are unsuitable for use in areas subject to 92 S 50 ‘C’ Stud
continuously damp or humid conditions. 2700, 3000
3600, 4200
Plasterboards are not suitable for use in temperatures above
49ºC but can be subjected to freezing conditions without risk
of damage.
146 S 50 ‘C’ Stud
2400, 2700
COMPONENTS 3000, 3600
4200, 5000
Gyproc plasterboards 6000
Table 1 - Dimensions 70 AS 50 AcouStud

2400, 2700
Type of Thickness Width 3000, 3300,
board mm mm 3600, 4200
MultiBoard 6, 10, 12.5 1200

WallBoard 12.5, 15 1200 146 AS 50 AcouStud
Fireline 12.5, 15 1200 3600, 4200
Moisture Resistant 12.5, 15 1200
SoundBloc 12.5, 15 1200
Plank 19 600
Gypframe metal sections

Standard Floor and Ceiling Channels
50 C 50, 62 C 50, 72 C 50, 94 C 50 and 148 C 50
Length
(Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channels (DC)
mm
and Extra Deep Floor and Ceiling Channels (EDC) for
48 S 50 ‘C’ Stud
deflection heads).
2400, 2700
All channels
3000, 3300, 3600
are available in
3600mm only
60 S 50 ‘C’ Stud
99 FC 50 Fixing Channel
2400, 2700
2400
3000, 3300, 3600

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COMPONENTS (CONTINUED) PERFORMANCE
Other components: Fire protection

For reaction to fire classifications for Gyproc and Glasroc
Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap boards please refer to Section 2.1 .
or
Gypframe GFT1 Fixing ‘T’ Fire resistance
The fire resistances given in Tables 3 - 11 are for
Gypframe GA6 Splayed Angle imperforate partitions tested to BS 476: Part 8: 1972 or BS
476: Part 22: 1987 or assessments based on these tests.
Gypframe Wafer Head Drywall Screws – for metal to metal
fixing up to 0.79mm thick. Sound insulation
The Rw ratings given in Tables 3 - 11 are for imperforate
Gypframe Wafer Head Jack-Point Screws – for metal to metal
partitions and have been tested in accordance with
fixing over 0.8mm thick.
BS EN ISO 140-3: 1995, and rated in accordance with
BS EN ISO 717-1: 1997 or assessments based on these tests.
Gyproc Drywall Screws – for fixing plasterboards to metal
stud framing.
Airtightness is essential for optimum sound insulation.
Gyproc Jack-Point Drywall Screws – for fixing plasterboards While most junctions will be sealed by standard jointing
to metal studs over 0.8mm thick materials, gaps at the base of the partition and other small
airpaths can be sealed using Gyproc Sealant.
Gyproc Sealant – sealing air paths for optimum sound
insulation.
Gyproc jointing materials – for seamless jointing.
Gyproc edge beads – protecting and enhancing board edges.
Gyproc Control Joint – to accommodate structural

movement.
Gyproc FireStrip – for sealing deflection heads.
Gyproc Skimcoat, Carlite Finish or Gyproc Board Finish – to

provide a plaster skim finish.
Moy Acoustic Roll – 25mm and 50mm, for improved acoustic

performance (optional).

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Partition duty - strength and robustness Table 2 - Wall grades by categories of duty
The duty ratings have been calculated in accordance with
BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992. The rating is a measure of the Grade Category of duty Examples
ability of the wall to meet the requirements of four
strength and robustness tests: door slam, soft body impact, LIGHT Adjacent space only accessible to Domestic
hard body impact, and stiffness. Grades, e.g. ‘Medium DUTY persons with high incentive to accommodation
exercise care. Small chance of
Duty’, relate to the level of activity in adjacent areas and
accidents occurring or of misuse.
the degree of care likely to be exercised in them. The
requirements are for walls complete with their surface MEDIUM Adjacent space moderately used, Office
finishes where these are part of the wall specification. DUTY primarily by persons with some accommodation
Other optional tests may also apply. incentive to exercise care. Some
chances of accidents occurring and
of misuse.
Using the duty of a particular wall, the designer can select
a wall for its area of use (with due consideration for fire, HEAVY Adjacent space frequently used by Public circulation
sound, or thermal requirements). Please refer to Table 2. DUTY the public and others with little areas.
incentive to exercise care. Chances
of accidents occuring and of misuse. Industrial areas.
SEVERE Adjacent space intensively used by Major circulation

DUTY the public and others with little areas.
incentive to exercise care. Prone to
vandalism and abnormally rough use. Heavy industrial
areas.
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
General notes to the Performance tables which follow (Tables 3 - 11)
The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions incorporating boards with all joints taped and finished
according to Gypsum Industries’ recommendations.
The quoted performances are achieved only if Gypsum Industries components are used and the Company’s fixing recommendations are
strictly observed. Any variations required to the specification should be checked with Gypsum Industries.
Nominal thicknesses given are subject to tolerances on associated materials (Please see also Door openings in DESIGN).
Gypframe studs are available in bespoke lengths on request from Gypsum Industries to satisfy large projects. please contact our Customer
Services Manager at 01 629 8400.
In respect of BS 5234, duty is directly related to maximum recommended partition height, and account should be taken of methods of
fixing to adjoining structures.

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PERFORMANCE
Please refer to Section 3.1 - Introduction for general considerations.
Table 3 - Dimensions, weights and performance (Gypframe 48mm Studs)

1 2 3 4 5
One layer of board each One layer of board each side One layer of board Two layers of board each Two layers of board
side of 48mm Gypframe ‘C’ of 48mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs each side of 48mm Gypframe side of 48mm Gypframe ‘C’ each side of 48mm Gypframe
Studs at 600mm centres. at 600mm centres, plus 25mm ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres, Studs at 600mm centres. ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres,
Moy Acoustic Roll in the cavity. plus 50mm Moy Acoustic Roll plus 25mm Moy Acoustic Roll
in the cavity. in the cavity.
Detail Board Lining Nominal Approx. Rec’d Fire Lab. sound Partition Performance
type thickness overall weight maximum resistance2 insulation duty substantiation
thickness height1 100-3150Hz report
mm mm kg/m2 mm mins Rw dB
1 MultiBoard 10 70 20 2500 30 35 Heavy G106006
1 WallBoard 12.5 75 21 2500 30 34 Medium A206001
1 WallBoard 15 80 27 2800 30 36 Medium A206002
1 SoundBloc 12.5 75 23 2500 30 37 Medium A206152
1 SoundBloc 15 80 27 2800 30 39 Medium A206153
2 SoundBloc 15 80 27 2800 30 44 Medium A206185
1 MultiBoard 12.5 75 25 2500 60 36 Severe G106010
1 FireLine 15 80 27 2800 60 36 Heavy A206066
2 FireLine 15 80 27 2800 60 42 Heavy A206098
3 MultiBoard 10 70 20 2500 60 43 Heavy G106008
4 WallBoard 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 42 3400 60 42 Severe A206003
4 SoundBloc 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 45 3400 60 46 Severe A206154
4 WallBoard 30 (2 x 15) 110 55 3700 90 45 Severe A206004
4 SoundBloc 30 (2 x 15) 110 55 3700 90 49 Severe A206155
4 MultiBoard 20 (2 x 10) 90 40 3100 120 41 Severe G106011
4 FireLine 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 46 3400 120 42 Severe A206067
1 Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200Pa with studs at 600mm centres. If greater heights are required, please refer to the DESIGN section.
2 Board joints must be reinforced with Gyproc Paper Joint Tape for the quoted fire resistance periods to be achieved. Please refer to section 2.2
for full details.
Please also refer to the general notes relating to all GypWall tables.

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Table 4 - Dimensions, weights and performance (Gypframe 70mm Studs) - single layer linings
1 2 3 4
One layer of board One layer of board One layer of board One layer of board
each side of 70mm each side of 70mm each side of 70mm each side of 70mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at
600mm centres. 600mm centres, plus 600mm centre, plus 600mm centres, plus
25mm Moy Acoustic 50mm Moy Acoustic 30mm rock mineral
Roll in the cavity. Roll in the cavity. wool (33kg/m3) in
the cavity.
mm mm kg/m2 mm mins RwdB
1 SoundBloc 15 102 28 3800 30 42 Heavy A206165
1 FireLine 15 102 27 3800 60 38 Heavy A206078
2 FireLine 15 102 27 3800 60 43 Heavy A206110
3 FireLine 15 102 28 3800 60 44 Heavy A206141
4 FireLine 12.5 97 28 3600 60 43 Medium A206130
1 Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200Pa with studs at 600mm centres. If greater heights are required, please refer to the DESIGN section.
for full details.

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PERFORMANCE (CONTINUED)
Table 5 - Dimensions, weights and performance (Gypframe 70mm Studs) - double layer linings
1 2 3
Two layers of board Two layers of board Two layers of board

each side of 70mm each side of 70mm each side of 70mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at
600mm centres. 600mm centres, plus 600mm centre, plus
25mm Moy Acoustic 50mm Moy Acoustic
Roll in the cavity. Roll in the cavity.
1 Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200Pa with studs at 600mm centres. If greater heights are required, please refer to the DESIGN
section. For heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, Gypframe Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channels (DC) should be used at the head
and base. Where special design requirements exist, please consult the Technical Sales Department for guidance.
for full details.

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1 2
Single layer of board Two layers of board

each side of 92mm each side of 92mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at
600mm centres , plus 600mm centres, plus
3 x 25mm Moy Acoustic 3 x 25mm Moy Acoustic
Roll in the cavity. Roll in the cavity.
for full details.

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PERFORMANCE (CONTINUED)
1 2 3 4
Two layers of board Two layers of board Two layers of board Inner layer of Gyproc Plank
each side of 146mm each side of 146mm each side of 146mm fixed horizontally,
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at and outer layer of board
600mm centres. 600mm centres, plus 600mm centre, plus fixed vertically each side of
25mm Moy Acoustic 50mm Moy Acoustic 146mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs
Roll in the cavity. Roll in the cavity. at 600mm centres, plus
25mm Moy Acoustic Roll in
the cavity.
4 Plank + 31.5 211 57 7100 90 59 Severe A226001

SoundBloc (19 + 12.5)
2 FireLine 25 (2 12.5) 198 46 7600 120 51 Severe A206123
4 Plank + 31.5 211 59 7100 120 51 Severe A226002

FireLine (19 + 12.5)
for full details.

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PERFORMANCE - CONTINUED
Table 8 - Dimensions, weights and performance (Gypframe 70mm AcouStuds)
1 2 3 4 5
Two layers of board

One layer of board One layer of board One layer of board Two layers of board
each side of 70mm
each side of 70mm each side of 70mm each side of 70mm each side of 70mm
Gypframe AcouStuds
Gypframe AcouStuds Gypframe AcouStuds Gypframe AcouStuds Gypframe AcouStuds
at 600mm centres, plus
at 600mm centres. at 600mm centres, plus at 600mm centres, plus at 600mm centres.
25mm Moy Acoustic
25mm Moy Acoustic 50mm Moy Acoustic
Roll in the cavity.
Roll in the cavity Roll in the cavity.
1 WallBoard 12.5 97 21 3800 30 37 Medium A206A013
1 SoundBloc 12.5 97 22 3800 30 41 Medium A206A164
3 WallBoard 12.5 97 22 3800 30 44 Medium A206A138
1 FireLine 15 102 27 4000 60 39 Heavy A206A078
4 SoundBloc 25 (2 x 12.5) 122 45 4700 60 53 Severe A206A166
4 WallBoard 25 (2 x 12.5) 122 42 4700 60 47 Severe A206A015
5 SoundBloc 25 (2 x 12.5) 122 45 4700 60 58 Severe A206A198
4 SoundBloc 30 (2 x 15) 132 55 5000 90 54 Severe A206A167
4 FireLine 25 (2 x 12.5) 122 46 4700 120 49 Severe A206A079
for full details.

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1 2
Two layers of board Two layers of board

Gypframe AcouStuds Gypframe AcouStuds
at 600mm centres. at 600mm centres, plus
50mm Moy Acoustic
Roll in the cavity.
1 WallBoard 30 (2 x 15) 208 55 8100 90 52 Severe A206A028
for full details.

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1 2
Two layers of board Two layers of board

Gypframe AcouStuds Gypframe AcouStuds
at 600mm centres. at 600mm centres, plus
50mm Moy Acoustic
Roll in the cavity.
1 WallBoard 30 (2 x 15) 208 55 8100 90 52 Severe A206A028
for full details.

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DESIGN In most situations the services will be installed by

contractors other than the dry lining contractor. It is
important, therefore, that all relevant contractors should
Please refer to Section 3.1 - Introduction for general
be advised as to where and how their service penetrations
considerations.
should be made and maintained.
Planning - key factors The necessity to independently support services will depend
The position of service penetrations such as ducts and fire on their size and weight. Please contact the Technical Sales
dampers should be pre-determined, and their installation Department for guidance.
planned into the frame erection stage. All penetrations
will need to be adequately fire-stopped if integrity is to be Dampers / ducts
maintained in the event of fire. When designing for the installation of fire dampers and
associated ductwork through a GypWall partition,
Maximum heights consideration should be given to the size and weight of
The criteria to determine the recommended maximum the damper. This will determine whether it can be
partition heights are based on a limiting deflection of supported directly from the partition or needs to be
L/240 at 200Pa with studs at 600mm centres, together with independently supported from the structure. Test evidence
criteria within BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992. Greater heights and advice is available from the Technical Sales Department
can be achieved under different criteria. Please contact the to cover a number of situations including direct support
Technical Sales Department. from the partition and also where the damper is offset
from it. 1 Specific advice on the fixing of the damper
Cavity barriers should be obtained from the damper manufacturer. Please
Perimeter cavity barrier refer to CONSTRUCTION DETAILS, Figs 20 and 21.
The Gypframe Floor and Ceiling Channels can be 1 Gypsum Industries acknowledges the help and co-
considered satisfactory closures to flame and smoke, operation of Advanced Air (UK) Limited.
abutting ends of channel may, however, require fire-
stopping. Continuity of the barrier should be maintained Wind loading
with short lengths of 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard cut to a GypWall partitions are non-loadbearing but can accept a
good fit, screwed into the web and across the ends of the degree of wind loading, for example when used in
buildings with large or multiple external doors.
channels to prevent direct communication to an adjoining
Information can be provided on specifications to suit
cavity. A continuous timber sole or head plate would
individual requirements, including the provision of
provide an alternative solution.
deflection heads.
Where studs require to be closed because of the cut-outs in
Deflection heads
the web, 12.5mm plasterboard cut to a good fit should be Partition head deflection designs may be necessary to
screwed to the web of the stud. Where the partitions abut accommodate dead load or live load deflections in the
other plasterboard, a cavity closure is not necessary. supporting floor and/or roof construction and differential
floor loadings. This can be in the form of live loads on
Vertical cavity barrier
intermediate floors creating a + condition or a simple minus
Gyproc plasterboard 12.5mm thick, cut to a good fit and deflection for dead loads on the structural floors.
continuous, is screwed to the web of individual studs. Deflection heads may also be required to the underside of
Please refer to section 3.8 for further information. roof structures subjected to positive and negative pressures.
Service penetrations GypWall partitions can incorporate head deflection designs

Penetrations of fire resistant constructions for services need to accommodate structural deflection (please see Figs 16 to
careful consideration to ensure that the integrity of the 19). Where greater deflection needs to be accommodated,
element is not impaired and also that the services please contact the Technical Sales Department for guidance.
themselves do not act as the mechanism of fire spread.
It is important to use only those services and their
installations which have been shown by fire test to be able
to maintain the integrity of the construction.
By designing service zones through which all services pass,

the number of individual service penetrations can be
minimised. Service zones can be sealed after installation
of the services using a tested and substantiated
fire-stopping system.

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Deflection heads (cont’d) Installation of services

Deflection heads, by definition, must be able to move and The cut-outs in the studs can be used for routing electrical
therefore, achieving an airtight seal is difficult. Inevitably, and other small services (please see Fig 1). Where
this will have a detrimental effect on the acoustic AcouStuds are used, services are routed through ‘H’ shaped
performance of any wall which incorporates deflection at push-outs, 50mm x 28mm at the same centres as shown in
the head. The approach shown in Section 4.1 - GypWall Fig 1 for conventional cut-out. Cables should be protected
STAGGERED could be considered to minimise loss of by conduit, or other suitable precautions taken to prevent
performance. In most cases, a suspended ceiling will also abrasion when they pass through the metal frame.
assist in minimising loss of performance.
Services must be installed in accordance with all available
Fixing floor and ceiling channels standards, guidelines and recommendations.
Floor channels must be securely fixed with a row of fixings
at 600mm maximum centres. With 148mm and 94mm Fixtures
channels, two rows of staggered fixings are required, each Lightweight fixtures can be made directly to the partitions.
row at 600mm centres and each fixing 25mm in from the Medium weight fixtures can be made to Gypframe 99 FC 50
flange. If the floor is uneven a 38mm thick timber sole Fixing Channel. Heavy fixtures should be made to
plate equal to the width of the channel should be used. If independent framing installed before boarding.
the concrete or screeded floor is new, consideration should
be given to the installation of a damp proof membrane Ceramic tiles
between the floor surface and the channel or sole plate. Ceramic tiles up to 12.5mm thick with a maximum weight
of 32kg/m2 can be applied using thin bed adhesives (usually
Head channels must be securely fixed at 600mm maximum 3mm thick). Stud centres will normally require closing
centres. With 148mm and 94mm channel, two rows of down. Please refer to Section 2.3 - Ceramic tiling.
staggered fixings are required, each row at 600mm centres
and each fixing 25mm in from the flange. Extra support Board finishing
may be necessary to provide positive fixing points with Please refer to Section 1.5 - Finishing Coat Plasters,
some constructions. Section 2.2 - Jointing, and Section 2.4 - Decorative
effects.
Door openings
The designer should consider thickness tolerances of the Estimating
partition types in relation to the proposed door frame The estimated construction time is 2 - 3m2 / hour (single
detail. A standard door frame is formed by locating layer partition) or 1.5 - 2m2 / hour (double layer partition)
full-height studs each side of the opening. The head is ready for finishing.
formed from a section of channel fixed to the studs on
each side. The opening is then lined with 38mm thick
timber cut to the width of the stud (see Fig 14). Where
additional provision is required to support heavy doorsets
contact the Technical Sales Department for guidance.
To satisfy BS 5234: 1992 requirements for strength and

robustness, door framing should be specified as shown in
Fig 15. These constructions pass the ‘door slam’ test where,
for a given duty, the deflection of the door frame is
measured after a set number of slams (e.g. for Heavy and
Severe Duty partitions, 100 slams of a 60kg door). Doors,
frames and doorsets should be fixed in accordance with
manufacturers recommendations.
Control joints
Control joints (please see Fig 11) may be required in the
partition to relieve stresses induced by expansion and
contraction of the structure. The location of control joints
is at the discretion of the specifier. It is recommended
that they coincide with movement joints within the
surrounding structure.

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Fig 1 - Service cut-outs in Gypframe ‘C’ studs (all dimensions in mm)
Centres
at
600mm
thereafter
1500
30 38 38 38
75 75 75 75
900
300
48mm 60mm & 92mm 146mm

Stud 70mm Stud Stud Stud
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
Fig 2 - Head and base Fig 3 - Wall junction - stud to wall and stop end detail
Gyproc Sealant (for optimum

acoustic performance)

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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS - CONTINUED
Fig 4 - ‘T’ junction detail when acoustic performance is a Fig 5 - Wall junction (Gyproc Thermal laminate wall lining)
key consideration - helps to reduce flanking transmission
Gypframe
GA5 Internal
Fixing Angle
Fig 7 - Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel - Short legs

flattened at stud positions. Twice fixed to each stud with
steel pop rivets, or Gypframe Wafer Head Screws.
Fig 6 - Standard ‘T’ junction (double layer)
Fig 8 - Corner detail (single layer) Fig 9 - Splayed corner detail
Gypframe
GA6 Splayed Angle
Please note: Additional Gypframe GA6 Splayed Angle is

required on the inside of the splayed corner for fire rated
partitions.

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Fig 10 - Corner detail (double layer) Fig 11 - Control Joint (dimensions in mm)
16 Rock mineral wool

(minimum density
12 12
23kg/m3)
Gyproc Control Joint
Fig 12 - Crimping Gypframe 146 S 50 Stud to Gypframe Fig 13 - Typical Sound resisting wall head detail
Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channel (DC) (partition (i.e. Gypframe 146 S 50 Stud, Plank and SoundBloc linings)
heights greater than 4.2m)
19mm plywood
Moy Plus Roll
Head Channel
(Gypframe
148 DC 60 Deep
Flange Floor
Roof trusses and Ceiling
Channel)

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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS - CONTINUED
DETAILING AT DOOR FRAME
Fig 14 - Standard door frame to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Light and Medium Duty
Fig 15 - Standard door frame to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty
BASE OF HEAD OF
DOOR FRAME DOOR FRAME
Gypframe ‘C’ Stud
Gypframe Standard
Floor and Ceiling
Channel
(to sleeve stud)
A
Section A-A
Gypframe Standard
Floor and Ceiling
Channel snipped
and bent 90º,
crimped or screw
fixed to the stud
150mm
Notes to Fig 15:

The studs each side of the opening are sleeved to full door height with Gypframe Standard Floor and Ceiling Channel section.
The Gypframe channel is cut 300mm short to allow for the extension of floor channel, which is then cut, bent, and interleaved as shown in
section AA, and then fixed twice to each side. At the head, channel is cut and bent to extend 150mm down the face of the studs, and
fixed twice to each side.

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HEAD DETAIL INCORPORATING DEFLECTION
Fig 16 - 60 minutes, 15mm downward deflection Fig 17 - Up to 120 minutes, 15mm downward deflection
(dead load) (dead load)
Gyproc FireStrip
Gyproc 15mm
Gyproc 15mm CoreBoard 15mm
CoreBoard 15mm
Gypframe Deep
15mm
Flange Floor and
20mm (bottom of
Ceiling Channel
channel to top
of stud nogging)
Gypframe GFS1
Fixing Strap
Firestop: Firestop:
Gyproc CoreBoard with a continuous line of Gyproc FireStrip. Gyproc CoreBoard with a continuous line of Gyproc FireStrip.
Gypframe Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channel (DC), suitably Gypframe Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channel (DC) suitably
fixed through firestop to soffit at 600mm centres. fixed through firestop to soffit at 600mm centres. Rock mineral
wool (33kg/m3) retained by stud nogging.
Fig 18 - 60 minutes, plus or minus 25mm deflection Fig 19 - 60 minutes, 50mm downward deflection
(dead load)
25mm
50mm
25mm
50mm
30mm
55mm
Firestop: Firestop:
50mm deep softwood timber head plate with a continuous line of 50mm deep softwood timber head plate with continuous line of
Gyproc FireStrip. Head channel suitably fixed to soffit at 600mm Gyproc FireStrip. Head channel suitably fixed to soffit at 600mm
centres with a continuous line of Gyproc FireStrip. Gypframe Extra centres with a continuous line of Gyproc FireStrip. Gypframe Extra
Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channel (EDC) fixed to head plate at Deep Flange Floor and Ceiling Channel (EDC) fixed to head plate at
600mm centres. 600mm centres.
Important notes:
No fixings should be made through the boards into the flanges of the head channel The arrow ( ➡
) denotes the position
of the uppermost board fixing, which should be made into Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap (or stud nogging in Fig 17).
Continuous Gyproc FireStrip must be installed as shown in order to maintain fire performance.
Where there is a need for a deflection head in a 90 minute wall, the 120 minute solution can be used (please refer to Fig 17)
or alternatively, please contact the Technical Sales Department for further guidance.

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book 3_jan09.qxd:a01 Introduction v2.

qxd 27/11/2008 10:23 Page 4

GypWall partitions are lightweight, non-loadbearing, and

The system consists of Gyproc plasterboards screw-fixed to

GypWall partitions weigh much less than masonry

4 For current information, refer to www.gypsum.ie January 2009

Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel is fixed at the head and

For full installation details, refer to the Installation Guide at www.gypsum.ie

January 2009 For current information, refer to www.gypsum.ie 5

Health and Safety 70 S 50 ‘C’ Stud

Table 1 - Dimensions 70 AS 50 AcouStud

MultiBoard 6, 10, 12.5 1200

Gypframe metal sections

6 For current information, refer to www.gypsum.ie January 2009

COMPONENTS (CONTINUED) PERFORMANCE

Other components: Fire protection

Gyproc jointing materials – for seamless jointing.

Gyproc edge beads – protecting and enhancing board edges.

Gyproc Control Joint – to accommodate structural

Gyproc FireStrip – for sealing deflection heads.

Gyproc Skimcoat, Carlite Finish or Gyproc Board Finish – to

Moy Acoustic Roll – 25mm and 50mm, for improved acoustic

January 2009 For current information, refer to www.gypsum.ie 7

SEVERE Adjacent space intensively used by Major circulation

General notes to the Performance tables which follow (Tables 3 - 11)

6 For current information, refer to www.gypsum.ie January 2009

Please refer to Section 3.1 - Introduction for general considerations.

Table 3 - Dimensions, weights and performance (Gypframe 48mm Studs)

1 MultiBoard 10 70 20 2500 30 35 Heavy G106006

1 WallBoard 12.5 75 21 2500 30 34 Medium A206001

1 WallBoard 15 80 27 2800 30 36 Medium A206002

1 SoundBloc 12.5 75 23 2500 30 37 Medium A206152

1 SoundBloc 15 80 27 2800 30 39 Medium A206153

2 WallBoard 12.5 75 21 2500 30 40 Medium A206033

2 WallBoard 15 80 27 2800 30 42 Medium A206034

2 SoundBloc 12.5 75 23 2500 30 43 Medium A206184

2 SoundBloc 15 80 27 2800 30 44 Medium A206185

1 MultiBoard 12.5 75 25 2500 60 36 Severe G106010

1 FireLine 15 80 27 2800 60 36 Heavy A206066

2 FireLine 15 80 27 2800 60 42 Heavy A206098

3 MultiBoard 10 70 20 2500 60 43 Heavy G106008

4 WallBoard 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 42 3400 60 42 Severe A206003

4 SoundBloc 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 45 3400 60 46 Severe A206154

5 WallBoard 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 42 3400 60 49 Severe A206035

5 SoundBloc 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 45 3400 60 51 Severe A206186

4 WallBoard 30 (2 x 15) 110 55 3700 90 45 Severe A206004

4 SoundBloc 30 (2 x 15) 110 55 3700 90 49 Severe A206155

5 WallBoard 30 (2 x 15) 110 55 3700 90 49 Severe A206036

5 SoundBloc 30 (2 x 15) 110 55 3700 90 53 Severe A20618

4 MultiBoard 20 (2 x 10) 90 40 3100 120 41 Severe G106011

4 FireLine 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 46 3400 120 42 Severe A206067

5 FireLine 25 (2 x 12.5) 100 46 3400 120 49 Severe A206099

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1 WallBoard 12.5 97 21 3600 30 36 Medium A206013

1 SoundBloc 12.5 97 23 3600 30 40 Medium A206164

1 WallBoard 15 102 27 3800 30 38 Medium A206014

1 SoundBloc 15 102 28 3800 30 42 Heavy A206165

2 WallBoard 12.5 97 21 3600 30 42 Medium A206045

2 SoundBloc 12.5 97 23 3600 30 45 Medium A206196

2 WallBoard 15 102 27 3800 30 43 Medium A206046

2 SoundBloc 15 102 28 3800 30 47 Heavy A206197

3 WallBoard 12.5 97 22 3600 30 43 Medium A206138

3 SoundBloc 12.5 97 24 3600 30 47 Medium A206228