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FIRE PROTECTION 5
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Fire protection fromLafargeWhen deciding on appropriatemethods of fire protection, thespecifier needs to be absolutely surethat the systems selected are bothreliable and totally effective. Theseare the most important designconsiderations, as lives andlivelihoods are at stake, and it isimperative to make the rightdecisions. Not only are LafargeCormet fire protection systemsreliable and effective, they are moreeconomic and practical to install on-site than alternative constructions.
Lafarge offer a full range of passivefire protection products, fromcompartment walls to specialsystems for encasing beams andenclosing shafts. Lafarge systemshave been exhaustively tested byindependent test houses, tried andrefined over many years to satisfy arange of regulatory standards.
Fire testing
All Lafarge Plasterboard systems aretested at one of the following:
• Building Research Establishment
• Timber Research andDevelopment Association
• Warrington Fire Research
• Aycliffe Fire Testing Facility
This means that installers andspecifiers can be absolutely sure thatLafarge Cormet fire protectionsystems are tested in accordancewith BS 476: Part 21: 1987 or BS 476: Part 22: 1987 as appropriateby the UK’s leading independentaccredited test houses, so there is a100% guarantee that systems work,when installed to Lafargespecification.
Details on Lafarge Plasterboard SteelProtection systems are also listed inthe ASFP (Association for SpecialistFire Protection) Yellow Book.NB: The data shown in the tables under fireresistance has been tested to BS 476: Part 21: 1987 (Beams and Columns),BS 476: Part 22: 1987 (Shaft Walls)
Cormet Shaftwall
Cormet Shaftwall is a fire protectionsystem providing up to 120 minutesfire resistance for shafts in multi-storey buildings, including lift shafts,stairwells, service ducts and plantrooms.
It is erected from one side only. Thisfeature also makes it ideally suitedfor lining and dividing largeindustrial or warehouse spaces andmeeting Building Regulations fireresistance requirements where suchpremises are within 1 metre of anadjacent property.
Cormet Shaftwall is light inconstruction and is ideal for fasttrack construction programmes.
Cormet Column and Beam ClipSystem
In a fire, unprotected structural steelbegins to lose its strength attemperatures above 550ºC. Selectionof a suitable encasement system isessential. The factors which affectthis selection are:
• the period of fire protectionrequired
• the physical properties (size andmass) of the steel section
• the application – column or beamand the number of exposed faces,2, 3 or 4.
The degree of fire protectionrequired for a steel section has beenshown to depend on its Hp/A factor,which is a function of the heatedperimeter of the section related toits cross sectional area. A sectionwith a high Hp/A factor will heat upmore rapidly than one with a lowHp/A factor, and so may require ahigher specification of encasementto achieve the same level of fireprotection.
To select the optimum encasementsolution:
1. Identify the period of protectionrequired.
2. Confirm the number of sides tobe protected.
3. If the protection factor of thecolumn, beam or joist is notknown, consult tables 5.6 to 5.8to identify the Hp/A.
4. Decide on the appropriateCormet fire protection system,details of which are given in thissection, tables 5.1 to 5.5 and 5.9.
5. Choose thickness of materialsfrom Hp/A tables for eachLafarge system
6. Design details.
F I R E P R O T E C T I O NINTRODUCTION
ContentsPerformance tables 219
Cormet Shaftwall 227
Cormet Column and Beam Clip System 237
What Can Go Wrong Checklist 246
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Performance tables
RCS 106
RCS 203
Wei
ght
(kg/
m2 )
Max
imum
hei
ght*
(m)
Nom
inal
thi
ckne
ss (m
m)
Fire
res
ista
nce
(min
utes
)
to B
S 47
6
Soun
d in
sula
tion
(dB)
Rw
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner; 25mm Lafarge Firecheck CoreboardOuter; one layer 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner; 25mm Lafarge Firecheck CoreboardOuter; one layer 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner; 25mm Lafarge Firecheck CoreboardOuter; one layer 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
RCS 208 Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner; 25mm Lafarge Firecheck CoreboardOuter; one layer 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
Table 5.1 Cormet Shaftwall: 60 minutes fire protection systems
36 4.2 78 60 45
35 4.2 78 60 39
36 6.0 107 60 43
37 6.0 107 60 51
System reference Specification
RCS 102
RCS 310 Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner; 25mm Lafarge Firecheck CoreboardOuter; one layer 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
RCS 311 Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner; 25mm Lafarge Firecheck CoreboardOuter; one layer 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
37 6.8 161 60 43
38 6.8 161 60 51
* Based on stiffness measurements to BS 5234: Part 2. These will be affected by deflection and air pressure criteria. Refer to table 5.11, page 231.
Note: Rock mineral wool density 40 kg/m3 may be used in lieu of glass mineral wool as specified.
The Deco system is not suitable for plastering. Refer to Section 7 for finishing details.
The values shown above are for imperforate systems utilising taper edge plasterboard with all joints taped and filled and systems installed in accordance withthe recommendations of Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd. The quoted performance can only be achieved by the use of Lafarge components throughout. Any variationshould be referred to the Lafarge Technical Enquiryline for confirmation of acceptance.
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ght
(kg/
m2 )
Max
imum
hei
ght*
(m)
Nom
inal
thi
ckne
ss (m
m)
Fire
res
ista
nce
(min
utes
)
to B
S 47
6
RCS 104
RCS 205
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 12.5mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 12.5mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard,outer two layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or12.5mm Lafarge Megadeco wallboard
RCS 207 Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 12.5mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
43 4.4 88 90 46
42 4.4 88 90 40
43 6.4 118 90 45
44 6.4 118 90 52
System reference Specification
RCS 103
RCS 301 Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 12.5mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
47 7.5 175 90 50
RCS 302 Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 12.5mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
47 7.5 175 90 52
Table 5.2 Cormet Shaftwall: 90 minutes fire protection systems
Soun
d in
sula
tion
(dB)
Rw
Performance tables
* Based on stiffness measurements to BS 5234: Part 2. These will be affected by deflection and air pressure criteria. Refer to table 5.11, page 231.
Note: Rock mineral wool density 40 kg/m3 may be used in lieu of glass mineral wool as specified.
The Deco system is not suitable for plastering. Refer to Section 7 for finishing details.
The values shown above are for imperforate systems utilising taper edge plasterboard with all joints taped and filled and systems installed in accordance withthe recommendations of Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd. The quoted performance can only be achieved by the use of Lafarge components throughout. Any variationshould be referred to the Lafarge Technical Enquiryline for confirmation of acceptance.
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Performance tables
Wei
ght
(kg/
m2 )
Max
imum
hei
ght*
(m)
Nom
inal
thi
ckne
ss (m
m)
Fire
res
ista
nce
(min
utes
)
to B
S 47
6
Soun
d in
sula
tion
(dB)
Rw
RCS 110
RCS 206
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
RCS 210 Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
46 4.8 95 120 47
45 4.8 95 120 41
47 6.7 120 120 47
48 6.7 120 120 54
System reference Specification
RCS 109
RCS 303 Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
51 8.0 180 120 51
RCS 304 Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Insulation: 25mm glass mineral wool density 16 kg/m3
52 8.0 180 120 54
Table 5.3 Cormet Shaftwall: 120 minutes fire protection systems
* Based on stiffness measurements to BS 5234: Part 2. These will be affected by deflection and air pressure criteria. Refer to table 5.11, page 231.
Note: Rock mineral wool density 40 kg/m3 may be used in lieu of glass mineral wool as specified.
The Deco system is not suitable for plastering. Refer to Section 7 for finishing details.
The values shown above are for imperforate systems utilising taper edge plasterboard with all joints taped and filled and systems installed in accordance withthe recommendations of Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd. The quoted performance can only be achieved by the use of Lafarge components throughout. Any variationshould be referred to the Lafarge Technical Enquiryline for confirmation of acceptance.
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Wei
ght
(kg/
m2 )
Max
imum
hei
ght*
(m)
Nom
inal
thi
ckne
ss (m
m)
Fire
res
ista
nce
(min
utes
)
to B
S 47
6
Soun
d in
sula
tion
(dB)
Rw
RCS 904
RCS 905
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Studs: 90mm wide Cormet CHS90/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
Studs: 146mm wide Cormet CHS146/B Studs at 600mm centres
Boarding: Inner 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outertwo layers 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard or 15mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard
47 3.6 123 90 47
42 2.5 95 90 41
51 4.2 180 90 51
System reference Specification
RCS 901
Cormet Shaftwall may be installedhorizontally to provide an economical fireprotection system for ducts, corridors andother ceilings and stairway soffits. 60, 90and 120 minute fire protection can beprovided.
Such systems are not designed to carry liveloads or mechanical equipment, nor toprovide material storage areas.
Provision and sighting of warning noticesshould be considered.
Horizontal metal ducts require additionalprotection for fire from either inside oroutside the ducts. Refer to table 5.4 above.
The adjacent diagrams show typicalinstallation details for Cormet HorizontalMetal Duct Systems.
Cross section through horizontalmetal duct enclosure – 90 minute
Table 5.4 Cormet Shaftwall: horizontal metal duct enclosure
* Based on stiffness measurements to BS 5234: Part 2. These will be affected by deflection and air pressure criteria. Refer to table 5.11, page 231.
Note: For 120 minutes fire resistance add 1 x 15mm Lafarge Firecheck wallboard and Cormet Ceiling Channels MFCC50 at 400mm centres to the systems shown
The Deco system is not suitable for plastering. Refer to Section 7 for finishing details.
The values shown above are for imperforate systems utilising taper edge plasterboard with all joints taped and filled and systems installed in accordance withthe recommendations of Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd. The quoted performance can only be achieved by the use of Lafarge components throughout. Any variationshould be referred to the Lafarge Technical Enquiryline for confirmation of acceptance.
Maximum size dependson screw fixing andframing capacity
Duct surface
LafargeIntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Cormet CH Studsat 600mm centres
Cormet J Track
Cormet MFCC50 Ceiling Channels at400mm centres as fixing for boards
Cross section through horizontalmetal duct enclosure – 120 minute
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
15mm LafargeFirecheck wallboard
Horizontal Shaftwall assemblies
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
15mm LafargeFirecheck wallboard
25mm LafargeFirecheckCoreboard
CormetMFCE26 EdgeChannel
Cormet CH Studsat 600mm centres
Cormet J Track
Maximum size dependson screw fixing and
framing capacity
Duct surface
LafargeIntumescentAcoustic Sealant
25mm LafargeFirecheckCoreboard
CormetMFCE26 EdgeChannel
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Performance tables
Wei
ght
(kg/
m2 )
Max
imum
hei
ght*
(m)
Nom
inal
thi
ckne
ss (m
m)
Fire
res
ista
nce
(min
utes
)
to B
S 47
6 an
d BS
EN13
64So
und
insu
lati
on (d
B) R
w
RCS 504
RCS 505
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Core: 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard
Boarding: One layer 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck orMegadeco wallboard both sides
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Core: 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard
Boarding: One layer 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck orMegadeco wallboard both sides
Insulation: minimum 25mm glass mineral wool density16 kg/m3
Studs: 60mm wide Cormet CHS60/B Studs at 600mmcentres
Core: 25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard
Boarding: Inner 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck or Megadecowallboard, outer two layers 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck orMegadeco wallboard
43 4.5 88 120 44
90
42 4.5 88 120 40
90
54 5.4 101 120 43
120
System reference Specification
RCS 503
Table 5.5 Cormet Shaftwall: stairwell systems
* Based on stiffness measurements to BS 5234: Part 2. These will be affected by deflection and air pressure criteria. Refer to table 5.11, page 231.
Note: Rock mineral wool density 40 kg/m3 may be used in lieu of glass mineral wool as specified.
The Deco system is not suitable for plastering. Refer to Section 7 for finishing details.
The values shown above are for imperforate systems utilising taper edge plasterboard with all joints taped and filled and systems installed in accordance withthe recommendations of Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd. The quoted performance can only be achieved by the use of Lafarge components throughout. Any variationshould be referred to the Lafarge Technical Enquiryline for confirmation of acceptance.
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Performance tables
Table 5.6 Section factor Hp/A for Universalbeams with box encasement
Size of Mass per Section factorsteelwork metre Hp/A
(mm) (kg) 3 sides m-1 4 sides m-1
914 x 419 388 45 55
343 50 60
914 x 305 289 60 65
253 65 75
224 75 85
201 80 95
838 x 292 226 70 80
194 80 90
176 90 100
762 x 267 197 70 85
173 80 95
147 95 110
686 x 254 170 75 90
152 85 95
140 90 105
125 100 115
610 x 305 238 50 60
179 70 80
149 80 95
610 x 229 140 80 95
125 90 105
113 100 115
101 110 130
533 x 210 122 85 95
109 95 110
101 100 115
92 110 125
82 120 140
457 x 191 98 90 105
89 100 115
82 105 125
74 115 135
67 130 150
457 x 152 82 105 120
74 115 130
67 125 145
60 140 160
52 160 180
406 x 178 74 105 125
67 115 140
60 130 155
54 145 170
406 x 140 46 160 185
39 190 220
356 x 171 67 105 125
57 125 145
51 135 165
45 155 185
356 x 127 39 170 195
33 195 225
305 x 165 54 115 140
46 130 160
40 150 180
305 x 127 48 125 145
42 140 160
37 155 180
305 x 102 33 175 200
28 200 225
25 225 260
254 x 146 37 140 170
31 160 200
254 x 102 28 170 200
25 190 220
22 215 250
203 x 133 30 145 180
25 165 210
203 x 102 23 175 210
172 x 102 19 190 230
152 x 89 16 190 235
127 x 76 13 195 240
Table 5.7 Section factor Hp/A for Universalcolumns with box encasement
Size of Mass per Section factorsteelwork metre Hp/A
(mm) (kg) 3 sides m-1 4 sides m-1
356 x 406 634 15 20
551 20 25
467 20 30
393 25 35
340 30 35
287 30 45
235 40 50
202 45 60
356 x 368 177 50 65
153 55 75
129 65 90
305 x 305 283 30 40
240 35 45
198 40 50
158 50 65
137 55 70
118 60 85
97 75 100
254 x 254 167 40 50
132 50 65
107 60 75
89 70 90
73 80 110
203 x 203 86 60 80
71 70 95
60 80 110
52 95 125
46 105 140
152 x 152 37 100 135
30 120 160
23 155 205
Table 5.8 Section factor Hp/A for steel joistswith box encasement
Size of Mass per Section factorsteelwork metre Hp/A
(mm) (kg) 3 sides m-1 4 sides m-1
254 x 203 81.85 70 90
254 x 114 37.20 130 155
203 x 152 52.09 85 105
152 x 127 37.20 90 120
127 x 114 29.76 100 130
127 x 114 26.79 110 140
114 x 114 26.79 100 135
102 x 102 23.07 105 140
89 x 89 19.35 105 145
76 x 76 12.65 140 185
The higher the Hp/A the higher the degree ofprotection required.
For sections not included on this page, refer tothe Association for Specialist Fire Protection(ASFP) Yellow book or go to www. asfp.org.ukor contact Lafarge Technical Enquiryline office.
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To calculate the thickness of LafargeFirecheck, Lafarge Megadeco orLafarge Firecheck Coreboardnecessary, calculate the Hp/A for thesteel to be protected, refer to tables5.6 to 5.8 opposite, and use thecharts below to look up theappropriate thickness of Lafargewallboard and the Cormet systemthat provides the suitable level offire protection required.
Refer to table 5.9 on page 226 forsystem details.
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
240
260
280
30 60 90 120 180
Fire resistance (minutes)
Sect
ion
fac
tor
Hp
/A (
m-1
)
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
240
260
280
30 60 90 120 180
Fire resistance (minutes)
Sect
ion
fac
tor
Hp
/A (
m-1
)
12.5RCE01
12.5RCE01
30RCE05
25RCE03
40RCE06
50RCE07
40RCE06
25RCE03
15RCE02
12.5RCE01
12.5RCE01
30RCE05
25RCE03
40RCE06
50RCE07
40RCE06
25RCE04
15RCE02
15RCE02
25RCE04
230
185
140
105
130
118
180
50
8575
Lafarge Firecheck, Firecheck Coreboardand Megadeco to columns
Lafarge Firecheck, Firecheck Coreboardand Megadeco to beams
The values shown above are for imperforate systems utilising taper edge plasterboard with all joints taped and filled and systems installed in accordance withthe recommendations of Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd. The quoted performance can only be achieved by the use of Lafarge components throughout. Any variationshould be referred to the Lafarge Technical Enquiryline for confirmation of acceptance.
Worked example
Beam that will be encased on 3 sides and requires 60 minute fire rating.
Beam section: 457 x 152mm x 60 kg/m
Calculate Hp/A value: From table 5.6, equals 140 Hp/A m-1 (based on 3 sided encasement)
System selection: From the charts detailed above, the system required is the Lafarge reference RCE01, which is one layer of 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheck or 12.5mm Lafarge Megadeco.
See performance table 5.9 for complete system specification on page 226.
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RCE 01
RCE 02
Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CB Clipspositioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: one layer 12.5mm LafargeFirecheck wallboard or 12.5mmLafarge Megadeco wallboard, cornersreinforced with Lafarge Tape-On 90ºCorners
Fire resistance: columns
30 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
60 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
30 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
60 minutes up to 115 Hp/A factor
Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CB Clipspositioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: one layer 15mm LafargeFirecheck wallboard or 15mm LafargeMegadeco wallboard, cornersreinforced with Lafarge Tape-On 90ºCorners
Fire resistance: columns
90 minutes up to 115 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
60 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
90 minutes up to 50 Hp/A factor
Table 5.9 Cormet Column and Beam Clip System
System reference Specification
RCE 03 Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CB Clipspositioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: inner layer 12.5mmLafarge Firecheck wallboard, outerlayer 12.5mm Lafarge Firecheckwallboard or 12.5mm LafargeMegadeco wallboard, cornersreinforced with Lafarge Tape-On 90ºCorners
Fire resistance: columns
90 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
120 minutes up to 140 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
90 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
RCE 05
RCE 06
Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CBClips positioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: inner layer 15mmLafarge Firecheck wallboard, outerlayer 15mm Lafarge Firecheckwallboard or 15mm LafargeMegadeco wallboard, cornersreinforced with Lafarge Tape-On90º Corners
Fire resistance: columns
120 minutes up to 235 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
120 minutes up to 180 Hp/A factor
Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CBClips positioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: inner layer 25mmLafarge Firecheck Coreboard, outerlayer 15mm Lafarge Firecheckwallboard or 15mm LafargeMegadeco wallboard, cornersreinforced with Lafarge Tape-On90º Corners
Fire resistance: columns
120 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
180 minutes up to 130 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
120 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
180 minutes up to 80 Hp/A factor
System reference Specification
RCE 07 Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CBClips positioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: two layers 25mmLafarge Firecheck Coreboard,corners reinforced with LafargeTape-On 90º Corners
Fire resistance: columns
180 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
180 minutes up to 280 Hp/A factor
To determine the necessary thicknessof Lafarge Firecheck, LafargeFirecheck Coreboard or LafargeMegadeco, calculate the Hp/A forthe steel to be protected (see tables5.6 to 5.8 on page 220), and use thecharts on the previous page to lookup the appropriate Lafarge systemreference for the level of fireresistance required.
Note: The Deco system is not suitable for plastering. Refer to Section 7 for finishing details.
RCE 04 Framing: Cormet Edge ChannelsMFCE26 attached to Cormet CBClips positioned at 600mm centres
Boarding: one layer 25mm LafargeFirecheck Coreboard, cornersreinforced with Lafarge Tape-On90º Corners
Fire resistance: columns
120 minutes up to 185 Hp/A factor
Fire resistance: beams
120 minutes up to 85 Hp/A factor
5The Cormet Shaftwall systemprovides up to 120 minutes fireprotection to lift shafts whilst alsoaccommodating high windloadings.
These characteristics also make itideally suited to use in lining anddividing large industrial orwarehouse spaces and meetingBuilding Regulations fireresistance requirements wheresuch premises are within 1 metreof an adjacent property.
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Introduction
Cormet ShaftwallCormet Shaftwall is a highperformance fire protection systemfor the enclosure of shafts in multi-storey buildings. These may includestairwells, lift shafts, service ductsand ventilation/air conditioningducts. Cormet Shaftwall can also beused as a high performanceindependent wall lining systemproviding high levels of fireprotection and sound insulation.Erected from one side only fireresistance is provided to both sidesof the lining. Cormet Shaftwall canprovide up to 120 minutes fireresistance in these applications.
Shaftwalls are non-loadbearingassemblies, installed betweenstructural floors and designed toallow erection from outside theshaft, thus removing the need forscaffolding. Their all-dryconstruction makes them faster toerect and much lighter in weightthan masonry construction.
The Cormet Shaftwall systemcomprises a small range ofcomponents, enhancing speed andsimplicity of erection using normaldrywall methods. The assembly alsoprovides a cavity in which servicescan be run.
Cormet Shaftwall has goodstrength, impact resistance andstiffness. Lift shaft walls are subjectto varying positive and negativepressures as lifts ascend anddescend. The Cormet Shaftwallsystem has been shown by tests tohave the ability to withstand thesepressure changes. Using LafargeIntumescent Acoustic Sealant theconstruction resists air pressuresurges of up to 720 N/m2, minimisingwhistling noise and dirtaccumulation in and around liftshafts.
Performance
Refer to performance tables 5.1 to 5.5.
Lafarge plasterboards andcomponents are defined as Class 0 in accordance with National BuildingRegulations 1991 ApprovedDocument B1/2/3/4/5 Fire Safety and Building Standards (Scotland)Regulations 1990, Regulation D2when tested to BS 476: Part 6: 1989and Part 7: 1987 and Euroclass A2.Cormet metal sections and Lafargegypsum based jointing compoundsare non-combustible when tested inaccordance with BS 476: Part 4: 1970 and Euroclass A1.
Cormet E Studat end
CormetCH Stud
25mm LafargeFirecheckCoreboard
CormetJ Track
Facing layers of LafargeFirecheck or LafargeMegadeco wallboardaccording to specificationand fire resistance required(see performance tables)
25mm glassmineral woolwhere required
Room side
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Table 5.10 Metal componentsCormet CH Studs Description Code reference Metal thickness (mm) Lengths (mm)
CHS60/B 0.70 3000, 3600, 4800
CHS90/B 0.70 4800, 6600
CH146/B 0.70 6000, 8000
Cormet E Studs Description Code reference Metal thickness (mm) Lengths (mm)
ES60/B 0.70 3000, 3600, 4800
ES90/B 0.70 4800, 6600
ES146/B 0.70 6000, 8000
Cormet J Tracks Description Code reference Metal thickness (mm) Lengths (mm)
JT62/B 0.70 3000
JT92/B 0.70 3000
JT148/B 0.70 3000
Cormet J Tracks arelightweight steel sectionspositioned at floor and soffitto guide CH Studs.
Cormet CH Studs arelightweight, non- loadbearingsteel sections which areinstalled between core boardsto provide the bearing surfaceto which wallboard is applied.They have 25mm cutouts toaccommodate service runs.
Cormet E studs are lightweightsteel sections used as starterstuds, intersections, dooropenings and end studs.
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CormetCH StudCHS60/B
CormetCH StudCHS90/B
CormetCH StudCHS146/B
CormetE StudES60/B
CormetE StudES90/B
CormetE StudES146/B
CormetJ TrackJT62/B
CormetJ TrackJT92/B
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System Assembly
Metal frame and Coreboard
In steel frame construction, tracksand studs are installed beforesteelwork is treated with fireprotective coating. Any fireprotective coating on CormetShaftwall components should beremoved before the boards arefixed.
Apply a 6mm bead of LafargeIntumescent Acoustic Sealant alongthe back of the Cormet J Tracks.Position the Cormet J Track on floorand soffit with the long leg on theshaft side. Securely fix Cormet JTracks with suitable fixings at300mm centres.
Cut Cormet E Studs 20mm less thanthe floor to ceiling height and applya 6mm bead of Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant along the fulllength. Position Cormet E Studs inthe Cormet J Tracks with the narrowflange of the Cormet E Stud facingthe shaft side. Securely fix Cormet EStuds with suitable fixings at300mm centres.
Cut Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard25mm less than floor to ceilingheight. Position the first Coreboardvertically in the Cormet J Track andinside the web of the Cormet EStud, leaving the 25mm gap at thetop of the board.
Cut Cormet CH Studs 9 to 12mm lessthan floor to ceiling height. PositionCormet CH Studs in the Cormet JTrack and fit firmly over the trailingedge of the Coreboard already inposition.
Insert the next Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard into the Cormet CH Stud.Repeat this process until the lastCoreboard is reached.
Place one Cormet E Stud over thetrailing edge of the last Coreboard.Apply a 6mm bead of LafargeIntumescent Acoustic Sealant alongthe full length of the web of theCormet E Stud. Snip the short leg ofthe Cormet J Track and bend flat toallow the board to be inserted.Insert the Coreboard at an angleinto the Cormet CH Stud.
Position Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard and Cormet E Stud in theCormet J Track and securely fixCormet E Studs to the structure withsuitable fixings at 300mm centres.
Bend the leg of the Cormet J Trackback into vertical position.
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25mm LafargeFirecheck Coreboard
Cormet J Track
Shaft sideRoom side
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Lafarge Firecheckwallboard as required
Start wall detail
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Shaft side
Room side
CormetCH Stud
Cormet JTrack
CormetE Stud
25mm LafargeFirecheck Coreboard
End wall detail
Shaft side
Room sideLafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Last Firecheck Coreboardand Cormet E Stud beinginserted
Cormet J Track short legsnipped and bent flat toallow board to be inserted
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Cormet J Track
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
At the head, install fire stops of100mm deep Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard in between the verticalCormet Studs. Butt the FirecheckCoreboard tightly against theCormet J Head Track and screw fixthe Coreboard infill through the
100mm infill of 25mmLafarge FirecheckCoreboard to maintainfire protectionperformance
inner layer of Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard and into the Cormet JTrack using Lafarge 57mm SelfTapping Drywall Screws. Apply 6mmbead of Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant at the junction ofthe Coreboard and Cormet J Track.
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Table 5.11 Limiting height (mm)Lafarge Cormet Allowable Air Pressure N/m2 system system reference* deflection** 240 360 480 720
RCS 102, 106 L/120 5400 4700 4200 3500
L/240 4300 4300 3400 2900
L/360 3700 3200 2900 2500
RCS 103, 104, 109, 110 L/120 6000 4900 4200 3500
L/240 4700 4100 3800 3200
L/360 4100 3800 3200 2800
RCS 203, 208 L/120 6700 5500 4700 3400
L/240 5300 4600 4200 3400
L/360 4600 4000 3700 3200
RCS 205, 206, 210 L/120 6900 6000 5500 4100
L/240 5500 4800 4400 3800
L/360 4800 4100 3800 3300
RCS 302, 303 L/120 8500 7600 5800 4400
L/240 8200 7200 4800 4400
L/360 7300 6400 5200 4100
* Refer to tables 5.1 to 5.5 for specification of systems
** L = partition height in mm
Install full height Cormet E Studsvertically at all corners, walljunctions and door jambs.
Where the floor to ceiling heightexceeds the maximum availableCoreboard length, reinforcehorizontal joints in Coreboard withhorizontal Cormet CH Stud sectionsor using 100mm infill packer pieceof 25mm Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard. Ensure that horizontaljoints occur only within the top andbottom thirds of the wall heights.Stagger joints in adjacent panels.See drawing below.
Limiting heights
See table 5.11.
Plasterboard
For single layer systems installplasterboard with long edgesvertical, from the room side, fixingto studs and tracks with 25mmLafarge Drywall Screws. Spacescrews at 200mm centres at verticaledges of boards and 300mm in thecentre of boards.
Stagger screws 100mm relative tothose in adjacent board.
For double layer systems install thefirst layer as for single layer systems.Apply the second layer over the firstlayer with long edges vertical andjoints staggered. Fix with 41mmLafarge Drywall Screws at the samecentres as the first layer, with screwsstaggered relative to those in thefirst layer.
Overheight Shaftwall – option 1 Elevation of Shaftwall partition over 3m high
Where wall heightexceeds LafargeFirecheck Coreboardheight, reinforce jointswith horizontallengths of Cormet CHStud between verticalstuds.
2/3rdmaximumheight
1/3rdmaximumheight
Noggingsstaggered inadjacentpanels
Overheight Shaftwall – option 2
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Where wall heightexceeds LafargeFirecheck Coreboardheight, reinforce jointswith horizontallengths of 100 x 25mmLafarge FirecheckCoreboard fixed with44mm Lafarge DrywallLaminating Screwsbetween vertical studs.
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Corners
Inside
Ensure continuity of Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard by securing a cut lengthof Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard toouter web of the Cormet E Stud.
Outside
Position Cormet E Studs at rightangles to each other. Insert LafargeFirecheck Coreboards, then secureCormet E Studs together with 25mmLafarge Self Drilling Drywall Screwsat 600mm centres.
Wall junction
Reinforce outer plasterboardsabutment with Cormet Metal Angle.
Ensure that a Cormet CH Studcoincides with the junction. Screwfix Cormet E Stud to Cormet CHStud at 600mm centres usingLafarge Drywall Screws.
Inside corner
Outside corner
Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard fixedto outside of Cormet E Stud
Cormet E Studs fixedtogether to support corner
Lafarge Firecheckwallboards
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
Cormet E Studsfixed togetherto supportcorner
Lafarge Firecheck wallboard
Wall junction, room side
Wall junction, shaft side
Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard
LafargeFirecheckwallboards
CormetE Stud
CormetCH Stud
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
CormetE Stud
Lafarge Firecheckwallboards
CormetCH Stud
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Duct penetrations
Where Cormet Shaftwall ispenetrated by ducts, maintain thefire integrity of the Shaftwall withcut strips of 25mm Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard. Use Cormet J Track tosupport the framing as required.
The duct must be independentlysupported so the weight is nottransferred to the Cormet Shaftwallpartition.
Elevation from room sideCormet CH Studs at 600mm centresCormet J Track
Duct opening
Cormet J Trackwith Cormet CHStud insert tosupport framing
Metal sectionsjointed with panhead screws onboth sides Cormet J Track
Duct penetration section Duct penetration plan
LafargeFirecheckCoreboard
Shaft side Room side
Duct or serviceopening
CormetJ Track
CormetCH Stud
LafargeFirecheckwallboards
Exploded detail of wall at duct penetration
Shaft side
Room side
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
Duct or service opening
Cormet J Track
Cormet CH Stud
Lafarge Firecheckwallboards
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Junctions with structural steelwork
Care should be taken to ensure thatthe fire integrity of the CormetShaftwall is maintained at junctionswith structural steelwork.
Corner column bypass
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
CormetE Stud
Cormet E Stud
Cormet CB clip
Lafarge Firecheck wallboards
Column bypass
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
CormetE Stud
CormetE Stud
CormetCB clip
Lafarge Firecheck wallboards
Steel beam, offset wall Steel beam
CormetEdgeChannel
CormetCB clip
CormetJ Track
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
LafargeFirecheckwallboards
Cormet E Studfixed toCormet EdgeChannel
Cormet EdgeChannel
CormetCB clip
Cormet E Studfixed to CormetFixing Channel orCormet Flat Strap
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
LafargeFirecheckwallboards
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LafargeFirecheckCoreboard
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Movement control joint
Movement control joints arerequired at 10 metre intervals orwhere the assembly abuts or crossesa structural movement joint.
At movement joints leave a 12.5mmgap in the Cormet Shaftwall, andcap each end of Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard with a Cormet E Stud.Apply Lafarge Intumescent AcousticSealant in the gap between the Cormet E Studs. Attach CormetMovement Control Joint to theouter layer of plasterboard with13mm stainless steel staples at150mm centres.
Corridor ceilings and stair soffits
At abutments with metal studpartitions, secure Cormet J Trackthrough plasterboards and intometal studs using Lafarge DrywallScrews at 600mm centres.
At abutments with masonry secure Cormet J Track with suitable fixingsat 300mm centres.
Stairwells
For stairwells or other areas where aflush jointed finish is required onthe shaft side, one layer ofplasterboard can be transferredfrom the room side to the shaft side– see table 5.5. Apply this layer overLafarge Firecheck Coreboard, screw-fixing to the exposed flanges of theCormet CH Studs.
Movement control joint (plan)
Rock mineralwool Insulation
25mm LafargeFirecheckCoreboard
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Cormet E Studs
Cormet MovementControl Joint
Lift door jamb (plan)
Cormet E Studs spot-welded to lift door frameat 300mm centres
25mm Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard
Lining continuedaround Cormet E Studs
120 minute fire resistant ceilingand partition junction detail(vertical section)
Cormet120 minutefire ratedpartition
Corridorceiling void
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
Two layers 15mmLafarge Firecheckwallboard
Cormet FixingChannel or CormetFlat Strap
Stairwell wall detail (plan)
Cormet E StudsLafarge Firecheckwallboard
Cormet CH Studsat 600mm centres
Lafarge Firecheckwallboard
Stairwell
Room side
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
Cormet E Stud
LafargeFirecheckwallboards
Lafarge Firecheckwallboards
Lafarge Firecheckwallboards
Lafarge FirecheckCoreboard
Lift shaft door head(framing only)
Cormet E Studs
LafargeIntumescentAcoustic Sealant
Lafarge Wafer HeadSelf Drilling Screws
Cormet J Track(deep leg to front)
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Cormet Shaftwall System
Scope
A non-loadbearing, highperformance fire protection systemfor the enclosure of shafts in multi-storey buildings where access canonly be gained from one side. Thesemay include stairwells, lift shafts,service ducts and ventilation/airconditioning ducts. The system canalso be used as independent walllinings where a high degree of fireresistance is a requirement.
The selection of studs and the type,number and thickness ofplasterboard layers will depend onthe partition height and theperformance required for fireresistance and sound insulation. Allframing components comprise ofhot dipped galvanised steel to BS EN10143:1993 and BS EN 10142: 1990.
Additional Clauses
Add general clauses if required for:
– Expansion/movement joints
– Health and safety
– Storage of Materials
– Site conditions and workmanship
NBS clauses
When using the NBS Specification,use clause K10 PLASTERBOARD DRYLININGS/PARTITIONS/CEILINGS.
The Lafarge Plasterboard websitecontains a full set of NBS clauses,completed for each LafargePlasterboard system. See:www.lafargeplasterboard.co.uk/nbssearch/index.asp
System reference (Insert Lafarge system reference from the Performance tables)
Location ........................
Client reference ........................
PerformanceMaximum height ...........m
Fire rating ..........mins (Insert information from Lafarge system reference)
Airborne insulation ..........dB (Insert information from Lafarge system reference)
Thickness ..........mm (Insert information from Lafarge system reference)
Damp proof courseInstall ..... mm wide damp proof course ..... by .....
Floor and head tracksCormet J Track, reference (JT62/B, JT92/B or JT148/B) to BS 7364: 1990, fixed at maximum 300mm centres to substrate using proprietary fixings.
StudsCormet CH Studs, reference (CHS62/B, CHS92/B or CHS148/B) to BS 7364:1990,at ......mm centres.
End studsCormet E Studs, reference (ES62/B, ES92/B or ES148/B) to BS 7364: 1990, fixedat maximum 300mm centres to abutments using suitable proprietary fixings.
Support to horizontal jointsCormet MFIX Channel fixed to faces of studs to support boards alonghorizontal joints in [outer layer of] boards.
NoggingsCut lengths of Cormet CH Stud, reference (CHS62/B, CHS92/B or CHS148/B)to fit between vertical studs at horizontal joints between Coreboards. Stagger noggings between adjacent panels.
InsulationFit ...... mineral wool insulation by ......, thickness ......mm.
BoardingCore board of Lafarge Coreboard, 25mm thick.
Boarding to room side of framework:
Inner layer Lafarge Firecheck wallboard, ........mm thick.
Outer layer Lafarge (Firecheck wallboard, Megadeco), ........mm thick. Allboard joints to be staggered between layers.
Boarding to stairwell side:
Layer of Lafarge (Firecheck wallboard, Megadeco), 12.5mm thick.
Fixings (repeat for all layers of wallboard as required)Lafarge Drywall Screws at 300mm centres.
Type, Drywall Self Tapping or Megadeco Self Tapping
Length, inner layer (Select from 25, 32, 38, 41, 44, 51, 57, 63, 67, 76)mm
Length, outer layer (Select from 25, 32, 38, 41, 44, 51, 57, 63, 67, 76)mm
FinishingLafarge Taping and jointing system, or
Lafarge Supreme Skim Plaster, or
Lafarge Predeco taping and jointing system
Finished lining toleranceFinished system to comply with tolerances in BS 8212: 1995, section 3.3.
InstallationAll materials unless otherwise indicated shall be supplied by Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd, and shall be installed in accordance with theircurrent literature and in accordance with BS 8212: 1995.
Notes:
Red text lists alternative productspecifications.
(Italic red text within bracketsgives advice on selecting theinformation needed).
The Cormet CB clip EncasementSystem allows drywall techniquesto be used to provide fireprotection up to 180 minutes tostructural steel columns andbeams.
The system is fast and efficient,avoids the need for intumescentpaints and sprays and provides asmooth, flat surface allowing highstandards of decoration to beachieved.
From factories to call centres andprestige public buildings, Lafargeencasement systems provide theeffective, high performancesolution.
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Cormet Column and BeamClip systemThe Cormet Column and Beam Clipsystem is a high performance systemproviding fire protection tostructural steel I section columnsand beams. Systems have beentested and shown to provide up to180 minutes fire resistance.
The Cormet Column and Beam Clipsystem has been designed toenhance speed and simplicity ofinstallation using normal drywallmethods. No special installationtechniques are required.
The system features a special clipmanufactured from 0.55mm mildsteel, cold formed and protected bya hot dip galvanised zinc coating.Used with Cormet Metal Angles andChannels this provides a strong, rigidmetal structure to which LafargeFirecheck, Firecheck Coreboard orMegadeco board is applied.
Completed column and beam liningsprovide a strong, impact resistant,smooth surface which accepts mosttypes of decoration and makes thesystem particularly suitable for usein conjunction with plasterboardlined metal stud partitions andceilings. Common materials andfixings allow increased site efficiencyand considerable time saving overtraditional methods.
Performance
Fire resistance
Lafarge plasterboards andcomponents are defined as Class 0 inaccordance with National BuildingRegulations 1991 ApprovedDocument B1/2/3/4/5 Fire Safety andBuilding Standards (Scotland)Regulations 1990, Regulation D2when tested to BS 476: Part 6: 1989and Part 7: 1987. Cormet metalsections and Lafarge gypsum basedjointing compounds are non-combustible when tested inaccordance with BS 476: Part 4: 1970and Euroclass A1.
Impact resistance
For columns situated in heavy trafficareas, Lafarge Firecheck Coreboardor Lafarge Megadeco can besubstituted for Lafarge Firecheck toprovide a lining which is moreresistant to impact damage.
Typical steel column encasement: double boarded
Typical steel beam encasement: double boarded
Cormet Edge Channel
Cormet CB Clips at600mm centres
Stagger plasterboardjoints between layers by300mm
Cormet Edge Channel
Cormet CB Clips at600mm centres
Stagger plasterboardjoints between layersby 300mm
Cormet Metal Anglefixed to soffit withfixing appropriate tosubstrate, asrecommended by fixingmanufacturer
Cormet Flat Strap
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Table 5.12 Metal componentsCormet CB Clip Description Code reference To fit flange size (mm)
CB 17 7-17
CB 27 17-27
CB 40 27-40
Cormet Edge Channel Description Code reference Length (mm)
MFCE 26 3600
Cormet Metal Angle Description Code reference Length (mm)
MFC 2330 3600
Cormet Fixing Channel Description Code reference Length (mm)
MFIX 2400
Cormet Flat Strap Description Code reference Length (mm)
FS50/R 2400
FS90/W 2400
Lafarge Drywall Plasterboard Screw length
Self Tapping Screws Construction thickness (mm) (mm)
Single layer 12.5 25
15 25
25 38
Double layer 12.5 + 12.5 38
15.0 + 15.0 41
15.0 + 25.0 51
25.0 + 25.0 63
Firecheck Description Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm)
12.5 900 1800
1200 2400, 2700, 3000, 3600
15.0 1200 2400, 2700, 3000
Megadeco Description Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm)
12.5 1200 2400, 2700, 3000
15.0 1200 2400, 2700, 3000
Firecheck Coreboard Description Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm)
25 600 3000
Cormet CB clips are lightweightsteel clips friction fitted at theflange of columns and beams toprovide main fixing for edgechannels. Three sizes of CB clipare available to accommodatedifferent column and beam sizes. 17 27
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Cormet Edge Channels arelightweight steel sections frictionfitted to CB clips to providemetal support and bearingsurfaces for plasterboard.
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30
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Cormet Metal Angles arelightweight steel sectionspositioned at column/beam andsoffit abutments to providefixing surfaces for plasterboard.
The table gives therecommended screw lengths forsingle and double layerplasterboards
A fire resistant, sound and impactresistant pre-sealed plasterboard.
A high strength fire resistantplasterboard with a green dyedliner for identification. It ismoisture resistant and hassquare edges.
A fire resistant plasterboard withone face coloured pink for easeof identification. It is availablewith tapered and square edges.
Galvanised metal channel usedto provide support forplasterboard joints and heavyfixtures 99
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Galvanised metal flat strap toprovide support for plasterboardjoints. Also provides a fire stop
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Cormet Edge Channel, providing 26mmcavity, pressed into Cormet CB Clips
One layer screw-fixed to Cormet EdgeChannels at 300mm maximum centres
Corners reinforced with LafargeTape-On 90º Corners
Cormet CB clips positioned at 600mmmaximum centres
Cormet Edge Channel pressed into clips
Two layers, joints staggered by 300mmand screw-fixed to Cormet EdgeChannels at 300mm maximum centres
Corners reinforced with LafargeTape-On 90º Corners
Cormet CB clips positioned at 600mmmaximum centres
Column encasement: single layer
Column encasement: double layer
Cut-away column elevation: double layer
Two layers Firecheck wallboardstaggered and screw fixed to CormetEdge Channels at 300mm maximumcentres
Cormet Edge Channel pressed intoCormet CB Clips
Cormet CB Clips positioned at 600mmcentres
Corners reinforced with LafargeTape-On 90º Corners
Cormet MFIX Fixing Channel fixedwith Lafarge Wafer Head Screws toCormet Edge Channel on a singleboard system. Cormet Flat Strap(shown) between board layers ondouble board systems.
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Column encasement: partition abutment
Column encasement: junction with masonry wall
Cormet EdgeChannel pressed intoCormet CB Clips
Corners reinforced withLafarge Tape-On 90º Corners
Cormet CB Clipspositioned at600mm maximumcentres
Cormet C Stud
Two layers screw-fixed toCormet Edge Channels at300mm centres
Cormet Metal Angle
Masonry wall
Two layers Firecheckwallboard screw-fixed toCormet Edge Channels at300mm centres
Cormet CB Clips positionedat 600mm maximum centres
Cormet EdgeChannel pressedinto clips
Corners reinforcedwith Lafarge Tape-On 90º Corners
Cormet C Stud Cormet I Stud
Fixing appropriateto substrate
Cormet MFIX or CormetFlat Strap between boardlayers on double boardedsystems at 600mm verticalcentres fastened to edgechannels with LafargeWafer Head Screws
Lafarge IntumescentAcoustic Sealant Lafarge Intumescent
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Application details
Beam encasement: partition abutment
Cormet Edge Channel pressed intoCormet CB Clips
Corners reinforced with LafargeTape-On 90º Corners
Cormet CB Clips positioned at600mm maximum centres
Cormet U Track
Two layers Firecheck wallboardscrew-fixed to Cormet EdgeChannels at 300mm centres
Cormet Metal Angle fixed to soffitwith fixing appropriate to substrate,as recommended by fixingmanufacturer
Cormet Edge Channel pressedinto Cormet CB Clips
Cormet CB Clips positioned at600mm maximum centres
Cormet Metal Angle fixed to soffitwith fixing appropriate to thesubstrate, as recommended by fixingmanufacturer
Two layers staggered by 300mm andscrew fixed to Cormet Edge Channelsat 230mm centres, or 150mm at cutedgesCorners reinforced with
Lafarge Tape-On 90ºCorners (not shown for clarity)
Cormet MFIX Fixing Channel fixed to Cormet EdgeChannel with Lafarge Wafer Head Screws for singleboard systems. Cormet Flat Strap (shown) betweenboards for double board systems
Cut-away beam elevation: double layer
Lafarge Intumescent AcousticSealant
Cormet MFIX FixingChannel at 600mmcentres fastened toCormet Edge Channelwith Lafarge WaferHead Screws or CormetFlat Strap betweenboard layer on doubleboard systems
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Metal frame
Fiction-fit Cormet CB Clips to all freeedges of the flanges on the columnor beam, starting at a distance of150mm from the end of thecolumn/beam, spaced at 600mmcentres, and with the long leg of theclip on the inside of the flange.
Install Cormet Edge Channels alongeach of the flange edges by tappingthe short leg of the Cormet EdgeChannel into the Cormet CB Clips.
Where a column/beam abuts a wallor other structure install CormetMetal Angles, positioned with thelong leg hard against thecolumn/beam flange. Fix the shortleg to the structure with suitablefixings at 600mm centres.
For beams up to 300mm deep noreinforcement is required to supportthe plasterboard.
Where any face exceeds 300mm thevertical joints in the plasterboardmust be supported by Cormet FixingChannel (in double boarded systemssupport outer layer only withCormet Flat Strap between boardlayers).
Where any face exceeds 600mmCormet Fixing Channel must beprovided at maximum 600mmcentres and to coincide with boardedges.
Plasterboard
For single layer systems installplasterboard to Cormet FixingChannels or Cormet Metal Anglewith Lafarge Drywall Screws at300mm centres.
For multi layer systems, install thefirst layer as for single layer systems.Apply the further layers over thefirst with joints staggered by 300mmminimum. Fix with Lafarge DrywallScrews at 300mm centres.
Reinforce all external corners withLafarge Tape-On 90º Corners.
Cormet MFIXFixing Channelfixed to MFCE 26or MFC2330 usingLafarge WaferHead Screws
Steelwork 300-600mm deep
300 to600mmdepth
2400mm or to suitboard length andnumber of board layers
Cormet MFIXFixing Channel orCormet Flat StrapFS90/W fixed toMFCE 26 orMFC2330 usingLafarge WaferHead Screws
Steelwork over 600mm deep
Over600mmdeep
600mm
600mm
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Cormet Column and BeamClip System
Scope
Fire resisting encasements to steelbeams and columns with maximumHp/A factor of 260/m using LafargeFirecheck plasterboards or LafargeMegadeco supported on Cormetlightweight metal framing.
Additional Clauses
Add general clauses if required for:
– Expansion/movement joints
– Health and safety
– Storage of Materials
– Site conditions and workmanship
NBS clauses
When using the NBS Specification,use clause K10 PLASTERBOARD DRYLININGS/PARTITIONS/CEILINGS.
The Lafarge Plasterboard websitecontains a full set of NBS clauses,completed for each LafargePlasterboard system. See:www.lafargeplasterboard.co.uk/nbssearch/index.asp
System reference (Insert Lafarge system reference from the Performance tables)
Location ........................
Client reference ........................
PerformanceFire rating ..........mins (Insert information from Lafarge system reference))
Thickness ..........mm (Insert information from Lafarge system reference)
Metal framing componentsFraming components to be hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10143: 1993 andBS EN 10142: 1990 and Approved Document A1: 1995 designated DX51D andZ275 NAO. Sections rolled to BS 2994: 1987.
FramingCormet CB Clips, reference (CB17, CB27, CB40) at 600mm centres along flangeswith Cormet Edge Channel MFCE 26 and Cormet MFC2330 Metal Angles.
Support to lateral board edgesCormet Fixing Channel, reference MFIX or Cormet Flat Strap FS50/R or FS90/W at ..........mm centres (to coincide with lateral board edges).
BoardingSingle or double layer of wallboard.
Inner layer (Specify wallboard from the Performance tables)
Outer layer (Specify wallboard from the Performance tables)
All board joints to be staggered between layers.
FixingsLafarge Drywall Screws at 300mm centres.
Type, Drywall Self Tapping or Megadeco Self Tapping
Length, inner layer (Select from 25, 32, 38, 41, 44, 51, 57, 63, 67, 76)mm
Length, outer layer (Select from 25, 32, 38, 41, 44, 51, 57, 63, 67, 76)mm
FinishingLafarge Taping and jointing system, or
Lafarge Supreme Skim Plaster, or
Lafarge Predeco taping and jointing system.
Corners reinforced with Lafarge Tape-On 90º corners.
Finished lining toleranceFinished system to comply with tolerances in BS 8212: 1995, section 3.3.
InstallationAll materials unless otherwise indicated shall be supplied by Lafarge Plasterboard Ltd, and shall be installed in accordance with theircurrent literature and in accordance with BS 8212: 1995.
Specification clauses
Notes:
Red text lists alternative productspecifications.
(Italic red text within bracketsgives advice on selecting theinformation needed).
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Friction fit all theCormet CB Clips onto the web of thesteel at 600mmmaximum verticalcentres.
Completely install allthe Cormet CB Clipsand Cormet EdgeChannels beforestarting the fixing ofwallboards.
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Install the CormetEdge Channel intothe flange of theCormet CB Clips bypushing the small legof the Cormet EdgeChannel into theCormet CB Clips.
For ease ofinstallation, anglethe Cormet EdgeChannel as shown.
Screw fix wallboardsat maximum 300mmcentres through thewallboards and intothe Cormet EdgeChannels usingLafarge Self TappingDrywall Screws.Ensure all wallboardjoints are supportedand install eitherCormet Flat Strap orCormet FixingChannel as required.
Ensure that theCormet EdgeChannels are fullypushed into theCormet CB Clips.
Reinforce the cornerswith Lafarge Tape-On 90º Corners andtape and joint asshown in Section 7.
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Fire Protection Solutions
Items to check
For Cormet Shaftwall
1. Has Lafarge Intumescent Acoustic Sealant been applied to the back of theCormet J Tracks and E Tracks before fixing in position?
This is required to seal gaps and airpaths against smoke.
2. Have fire stops of 100mm deep Lafarge Firecheck Coreboard beeninserted and screwed in position at the head of the shaftwall?
This is required to close off the shaft side of the partition against fire.
3. Where two layers of plasterboard are used, are the joints staggered?
4. At inside corners has the steel frame been protected by a cut piece ofLafarge Firecheck Coreboard?
This is to maintain the fire performance of the partition.
5. Are movement joints provided at maximum 10m centres?
For Cormet Column and Beam Clip System
1. Are Cormet MFIX Fixing Channels (single layer systems) and Cormet FlatStraps (double layer systems) provided for fixing the plasterboard edges?
These are necessary for the integrity of the system.
2. Are the thickness and layers of plasterboards as specified to meet therequired fire resistance?
Depending on the mass of the steel section being protected, the board thicknesseswill vary even where the same level of fire protection is provided.
Yes No Date completed
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