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Saint-Gobain Construction
Products (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
(Formerly known as BPB Malaysia Gypsum Sdn Bhd)
METHOD STATEMENT:
1. Introduction
To state the method and sequence of works for the installation of single layer
plasterboard partition systems, with Gyproc best practices and recommendations.
2. Scope of Work
The installation works are to be carried out by trained installers; works completed
with accordance to Gyproc specification and supervision, and shall be applied to all
single layer Gyproc single layer plasterboard partition systems.
3. Materials
3.1 All materials shall obtain approval prior to the execution works at site.
3.2 GypWall System
3.2.1 GypFrameTM U-track channel
3.2.2 GypFrameTM C-stud channel
3.2.3 Dry wall screws
3.2.4 GypBoardTM
3.2.5 ProTop All Purpose Jointing Compound
3.2.6 Gyproc Paper Jointing Tape
3.2.7 Corner Metal Bead/Edge Bead
3.2.8 Stone or Glass Mineral Wool (optional)
4. Preparation
4.1 To obtain approval and latest construction drawings from relevant parties.
4.2 As per contractual requirement, samples or mock-up samples are to be
submitted to relevant parties for approval.
4.3 Mock up of work to be installed at designated location as approved using
approved Gyproc materials.
4.4 M&E clearance form to be submitted one week in advance.
4.5 Details of floor finishing, accessories and fittings on partition system to be
checked and confirm before commencement of installation works.
4.6 Safety on site and working area to be enforced and access to site to be
determined before installation works.
Saint Gobain Construction Products (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Method Statement for Gyproc Single Layer Plasterboard Partition Systems
5. Installation/Execution
5.1.1 Determine and mark the wall position and make allowance for openings. Fix
GypFrame U-track channel along centre line of floor and ceiling at 600mm
centres with suitable fixings.
5.1.2 Cut GypFrame C-stud to a neat fit into the height of to the required wall
height. Locate the first GypFrame C-stud into GypFrame U-track channel,
twist into position and fix to the abutting wall at 600mm centres.
5.1.3 Locate next C-stud at 600mm centres to a friction fit within the GypFrame U-
track channel sections.
5.1.4 In case of designed lining wall is higher than normal height of GypBoard
2400mm, additional GypFrame U-track channel to support an infill panel is
required.
5.1.5 Lift GypBoard 10mm over the floor, fix 12.5mm thickness recessed edge (RE)
GypBoard to all framing members at 300mm centres using appropriate
length of drywall screws. This is to avoid direct contact with water and
moisture that may present on the floor.
5.1.6 Drywall screws are to be at least 10mm longer than total thickness of
plasterboards on each side of the partition wall.
5.1.7 If necessary, insert stone or glass wool as insulation by laying it into the
partition and GypFrame while fixing of GypboardTM.
5.1.8 Lightly butt boards, inserting screws not closer than 10mm from bound edge
and 13mm from cut edges.
5.1.9 Adjust GypFrame C-stud as boarding proceeds and stagger board joints
relative to the opposite side.
5.1.10 Finish board joints with ProTop All Purpose Jointing Compound, hide screw
heads and allow set/dry. Remove imperfections and ready for further
decoration.
5.1.11 Please refer to the following drawings for further detailings:
i- SLPS-ISO-001 Isometric View And Sectional View
ii- SLPS-DETAIL-001 Metal Stud Extension Details
iii- SLPS-DETAIL-002 Junction Details
iv- SLPS-DETAIL-003 Door & Window Frame Details – 1
v- SLPS-DETAIL-004 Door & Window Frame Details – 2
vi- SLPS-DETAIL-005 Door & Window Frame Details – 3
vii- SLPS-DETAIL-006 Miscellaneous Details - 1
Saint Gobain Construction Products (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Method Statement for Gyproc Single Layer Plasterboard Partition Systems
6.1 GypWall shall be reinforced for heavy fixtures using additional support
structure to support loads inserted onto the GypWall system.
6.2 The reinforcement materials can be in the form of GypFrame C-stud and
GypFrame U-track and timber noggins.
6.3 Proper installation planning is recommended prior to the fixing of heavy
fixtures including allocating the positions of the fixture and calculations on
the load bearing of the total weight to be supported by GypWall and fixtures.
6.4 Identify the position of fixings and necessary marking of GypFrame structure
is completed before fixing GypBoards.
6.5 Adjust the spacing of GypFrame C-studs, if necessary, to suit the positions of
the heavy fixture. The spacing of GypFrame C-studs shall not be more than
600mm centres.
6.6 Additional noggin using GypFrame U-tracks are securely fixed to the
GypFrame C-stud channels of GypWall system using Wafer Head Drywall
Screws.
6.7 Additional GypFrame C-stud to be added at every point of fixings of noggin
as support below noggin and securely fixed to GypFrame U-track.
6.8 To provide better support of the noggins, timber planks to suit GypFrame C-
stud or GypFrame U-track are to be inserted into the width and drywall
screws are to be fixed into the timber plank from the noggin structure.
6.9 GypBoards are then securely fixed onto the completed GypFrame structure
with heavy fixtures. GypBoards are fixed staggered to each face.
6.10 Finish board joints with ProTop All Purpose Jointing Compound, hide screw
heads and allow set/dry. Remove imperfections and ready for further
decoration.
6.11 Please refer to the following literature for further detail:
i. The White Book Fixtures – Page 190 to 195
Saint Gobain Construction Products (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Method Statement for Gyproc Single Layer Plasterboard Partition Systems
7.0 Notes
GypWall weighs much less than masonry wall of comparable thickness, thus effecting
savings in structural design. The system easily allows for the inclusion of services
during construction.
7.0 Summary
The fire resistance and sound insulation performance are for imperforate partitions
incorporating boards with all joints taped and finshed according to Gyproc’s
recommendations.
Gyproc reserve the right to change specifications without notice. If in doubt please
contact Gyproc for guidance.
Fixtures
introduction Environmental
It is extremely important that drilling of the board and
This section covers the provision of fixtures to the installation of fixing devices is carried out carefully
plasterboard dry linings and lightweight partitions. The and accurately, otherwise the board’s performance can be
recommendations given are primarily concerned with adversely affected.
fixtures at the time of installation. Subsequent installation
The manufacturer’s recommendations in respect of any
is less easy, especially for heavier fixtures, which will often
applied fixing device should be followed with regard to the
require identification of the basic frame in hollow partitions
correct size, type, and method of installation. Holes should
or metal furring linings, or considerable care in the DriLyner
be drilled, not punched.
systems, if the lining is not to be locally deflected.
When timber or metal framed partitions are used, fixings A Suitable screw into plasterboard.
can be made into the timber or metal studs, or to timber
noggings or Gypframe Fixing Channel if medium to B Steel pin and hook.
heavyweight fixtures are required between the studs.
C Drywall Screw into metal framing.
Fixing to BPB partitions should satisfy the requirements of:
BS 5234: Part 2: 1992 - anchorage for lightweight and D Suitable woodscrew into timber.
heavyweight fittings.
E Drywall Screw into Gypframe Fixing Channel.
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F Wall plug.
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K Self-drill fixing
L Anchor bolt
M Expanding plug
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Fixtures
performance
Table 1 - Fixing into dry lined walls1
Construction Fixtures
L (with spacer)
F or L (with spacer)
2
a20, a21 GypWall D or E As heavy As Medium-Heavy As Medium As Medium-Light
+ C + I + H + J + K +A+B
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Reference has not been made here to individual manufacturer’s products, as similar devices are available from a variety of sources.
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Recommendations for fixing also apply to other BPB partition and wall systems. Please contact the BPB Asia if further guidance is required for
specific systems.
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B Steel pin and hook into plasterboard Single pin and hook 0.17
C Self-drill screw into Gypframe metal stud Drywall Screw into Gypframe S 50 stud 0.76
D Woodscrew into timber nogging / batten No. 12 woodscrew into timber nogging in stud cavity 4.96
F Wallplug and screw / bolt into background Rawlplug 8mm nylon plug in block wall with 3.00
No. 10 woodscrew through plasterboard lining
G Frame fixing plug and screw Rawlplug 8mm nylon frame fixing plug and screw 2.00
through plasterboard lining into block wall
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H Rivet anchor / toggle Rawlplug Polly-toggle (short) with No. 8 woodscrew 0.50
into single layer plasterboard
L Anchor bolt Rawlplug M6 Rawlbolt with 6mm dia. bolt through 15.4
plasterboard lining into concrete
M Expanding plug Rawlplug Rawlnut 5250 with M5 bolt into plasterboard 0.50
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The pull-out loads given are based on average values achieved by the fixings in laboratory tests or as quoted by the manufacturer. The values
are expressed as the typical tensile load, with failure usually caused by breakdown of the base material. To establish a permissible working load a
number of influencing factors should be taken into consideration, i.e. type of load, spacing between fixings, edge distance, etc. A safety factor of
4 is considered to be suitable for the majority of situations to determine a suitable working load. The designer should make specific reference to
the manufacturer’s product data.
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Fixtures
Lightweight Anchorage 250N axial load transmitted through a bracket using No dislodgement of shim plate.
Pull-Out Test a single anchorage with a 1mm thick shim plate No damage to partition other than superficial cracking.
between the bracket and the partition surface.
Lightweight Anchorage 100N transverse load transmitted through a bracket No dislodgement of shim plate.
Pull-Down Test using a single anchorage with a 1mm thick shim plate No damage to partition other than superficial cracking.
between the bracket and the partition surface. Maximum movement of bracket 2mm.
Heavyweight Anchorage 500N constant load with additional load of 1000N No dislodgement of either shim plate.
Wash-basin Test or 1250N or 1500N applied through a pair of No damage to partition other than superficial cracking.
linked brackets with a 1mm thick shim plate No loosening of brackets.
between each bracket and the partition surface Maximum deflection of partition 5mm for 500N load,
and 20mm for additional loads. Maximum residual deflection 1mm.
Heavyweight Anchorage 2000N or 4000N load applied through a pair of No dislodgement of either shim plate.
High Level Cupboard Test linked brackets with a 1mm thick shim plate No damage to partition other than superficial cracking.
between each bracket and the partition surface. No loosening of brackets.
Maximum deflection of partition 5mm.
Maximum residual deflection 1mm.
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