White Book C04 S03 Partitions GypWall ROBUST

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This section includes updated information, added since it was first

published in December 2015.
Last updated 10/06/2019
C04. S03. P02 – P22

GypWall robust

Including C04. S01. P02 – P18
Partitions introduction
Introduction
Partitions
This section contains a full range of lightweight partition and wall
systems for use in new and existing buildings. They cover all applications,
from simple space division to high performance walls
Partitions
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Introduction
Partitions
British Gypsum offers a full range of lightweight
partition and wall systems. Our systems are
non-loadbearing and constructed using modern,
drylining techniques. British Gypsum metal
framed partitions and walls can be used in all
types of new and existing buildings, including
private and social housing, apartments,
Partitions
healthcare, educational facilities, recreational
and industrial properties.
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They cover all applications, from simple space
division, through to high performance walls
designed to meet the most demanding fire
resistance, sound insulation, impact and height
requirements.
British Gypsum partition systems are constructed

using lightweight materials, which can give rise to
significant savings in structural design compared
to masonry alternatives. Big benefits also include
the speed of installation and reduction to overall
build costs.
Buildings need to evolve throughout their life to

suit changing demands placed upon them. Our
lightweight partition systems are easy to reconfigure
with minimal impact to both building and occupants
resulting in less disruption, optimising the
transformation process.
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For unique performance situations with specialist requirements:
— Curved partitions — Access to build from one side only
— High levels of fire resistance — High security including bomb blast
Refer to C05. S01. P02 – Specialist partitions
0115 945 6123 bgtechnical.enquiries@bpb.com C04. S01. P02

Partitions
Introduction
When specifying partitions, a number of performance characteristics are normally used to determine the required solution.
Depending on the project or construction type, these performance parameters could be set by minimum regulatory
standards, or a client or customer requirement for buildings that offer the highest standards of performance and comfort.
Our quick-reference partition system guide, below, allows you to simply select the performance categories of interest and
identify the British Gypsum partitions systems that best satisfy your project requirements.
Duty Maximum
Fire rating height1
Partition
Acoustic performance
performance thickness System Page
Partitions
mins mm Rw dB Rw + Ctr dB BS 5234 mm
Medium -
30 - 120 75 - 211 34 - 63 47 - 57 8100 GypWall classic C04.S02.P02
Severe
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60 - 120 102 - 132 42 - 58 - Severe 4900 GypWall robust C04.S03.P02
GypWall extreme (including

30 - 60 97 - 203 44 - 62 - Severe 7800 C04.S04.P02
exreme / robust Hybrid)
60 - 120 137 - 238 61 - 65 53 - 59 Severe 6800 GypWall quiet sf C04.S05.P02
Heavy -
30 - 90 102 - 208 49 - 63 48 - 55 5700 GypWall staggered C04.S06.P02
Severe
60 - 120 200 - 300 60 - 64 47 - 58 Severe 7500 GypWall quiet C04.S07.P02
60 - 120 ≥200 66 - 70 58 - 62 Severe 3900 GypWall quiet iwl C04.S08.P02
60 - 120 300 - 800 67 - 80 56 - 71 Severe 11500 GypWall audio C04.S09.P02
30 75 - 102 40 - 46 - Medium 2700 GypWall rapid dB Plus C04.S10.P02
Non-loadbearing timber
30 - 120 88 - 196 34 - 52 - - - C04.S11.P02
stud (internal partitions)
Non-loadbearing timber
60 - 90 141 - 293 56 - 63 48 - 53 - - C04.S11.P05
stud (separating walls)
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Based on studs at 600mm centres
Additional information
Try out The White Book System Selector, an online tool designed to help find the ideal solutions for your
project needs. Additional information such as BIM data (Revit), NBS clauses, CAD drawings and other
associated items can be downloaded. Visit british-gypsum.com
C04. S01. P03 british-gypsum.com

GypWall performance
Introduction
Acoustic performance
Table 1 — Sound insulation performance for residential specification
On-site Laboratory2
Approved Document E (England and Wales) Minimum solution Recommended solution
DnT,w + Ctr dB
(Rw + Ctr ) dB (Rw + Ctr ) dB
Separating walls between new homes 45 (49) (54)

Separating walls between purpose-built rooms for residential
43 (47) (52)
purposes and rooms created by a change of use or conversion
On-site Laboratory2
Partitions
Technical Standards Section 5 (Scotland) Minimum solution Recommended solution
DnT,w + Ctr dB
Rw dB Rw dB
Separating walls between new homes, purpose-built for residential

56 60 63
purposes and conversions (not including traditional buildings1)
Separating walls between rooms created by a change of use

53 57 60
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or conversion (traditional buildings1)
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Definition of traditional buildings - A building or part of a building of a type constructed before or around 1919:
a) using construction techniques that were commonly in use before 1919; and
b) with permeable components, in a way that promotes the dissipation of moisture from the building fabric.
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Minimum solutions provide little or no margin of safety to allow for reduction in performance due to flanking transmission. Recommended solutions have
greater potential to satisfy the requirements of Building regulations.
Good practice specification guidance

British Gypsum’s systems are designed and tested to meet — Consider flanking transmission at the design stage and
every performance requirement and are fully supported by ensure construction detailing is specified to eliminate,
our SpecSure® lifetime system warranty. or at least to minimise, any downgrading of the acoustic
performance
This means that when our systems are installed following
— Small openings such as gaps, cracks or holes will conduct
our guidance they will achieve every performance claim we
airborne sounds and can significantly reduce the sound
make, and if they don’t then we’ll put it right.
insulation of a construction. For optimum sound
insulation a construction must be airtight
To maximise the performance achieved on site, consider the
following good practice specification guidance: — When designing the layout of rooms requiring separation
by sound insulating walls abutting structural steelwork,
consideration should be given to the potential loss of
sound insulation performance through the steelwork
— Deflection heads, by definition, must be able to move
and, therefore, achieving an airtight seal is very difficult
without incorporating sophisticated components and
techniques. Air leakage at the partition heads will have a
detrimental effect on acoustic performance of any
partition. Where acoustic performance is a key
consideration, steps must be taken to minimise this loss
of performance
— A common mistake made when designing a building is to
specify a high performance element and then incorporate
a lower performing element within it; for example, a
door within a partition. Where the difference between
insulation is relatively small (7dB or less), there needs
to be a comparatively large area of the lower insulation
element before the overall sound insulation is
significantly affected. However, where there is a greater
difference in sound insulation performance between
the two elements, this would usually result in a greater
reduction of overall sound insulation performance

Standard GypWall performance
Introduction
Table 2 – GypWall classic metal stud partition recommended maximum heights (mm) - based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at
200Pa. Applicable to non fire-rated or BS 476: Part 22 fire-rated constructions only (not applicable to EN 1364-1)
Stud Boarding 600mm 600mm 400mm 400mm 300mm 300mm
each side centres boxed centres boxed centres boxed
48 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 2500 2800 2900 3200 3100 3500
1 x 15mm 2800 3000 3100 3300 3300 3600
2 x 12.5mm 3400 3600 3600 3800 3800 4000
2 x 15mm 3700 3800 3900 4000 4000 4200
48 I 50 1 x 12.5mm 2900 - 3400 - 3700 -
1 x 15mm 3100 - 3500 - 3800 -
Partitions
2 x 12.5mm 3700 - 3900 - 4200 -

2 x 15mm 3900 - 4200 - 4400 -
60 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 3200 3400 3500 3800 3800 4200
1 x 15mm 3400 3600 3700 4000 4000 4300
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2 x 12.5mm 4100 4300 4300 4600 4600 4800

2 x 15mm 4400 4500 4600 4800 4800 5000
60 I 50 1 x 12.5mm 3600 - 4000 - 4400 -
1 x 15mm 3800 - 4200 - 4500 -
2 x 12.5mm 4400 - 4700 - 5000 -
2 x 15mm 4600 - 4900 - 5200 -
60 I 70 1 x 12.5mm 4100 - 4600 - 5000 -
1 x 15mm 4200 - 4700 - 5100 -
2 x 12.5mm 4700 - 5100 - 5500 -
2 x 15mm 4900 - 5300 - 5600 -
70 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 3600 3900 4000 4300 4300 4700
1 x 15mm 3800 4100 4200 4500 4500 4900
2 x 12.5mm 4600 4800 4900 5100 5100 5400
2 x 15mm 4900 5100 5100 5300 5300 5600
70 S 60 1 x 12.5mm 3800 4100 4200 4600 4500 5000
1 x 15mm 4000 4300 4400 4700 4700 5100
2 x 12.5mm 4700 4900 5000 5300 5200 5600
2 x 15mm 5000 5200 5200 5500 5500 5800
70 AS 50 1 x 12.5mm 3800 4200 4300 4700 4600 5100
1 x 15mm 4000 4400 4500 4800 4700 5200
2 x 12.5mm 4700 5000 5000 5300 5300 5700
2 x 15mm 5000 5200 5300 5600 5500 5900
70 I 50 1 x 12.5mm 4100 - 4600 - 5000 -
1 x 15mm 4300 - 4700 - 5100 -
2 x 12.5mm 4900 - 5300 - 5600 -
2 x 15mm 5200 - 5500 - 5800 -
70 I 70 1 x 12.5mm 4600 - 5100 - 5600 -
1 x 15mm 4700 - 5300 - 5700 -
2 x 12.5mm 5300 - 5700 - 6100 -
2 x 15mm 5500 - 5900 - 6300 -
92 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 4500 4800 4900 5400 5300 5800
1 x 15mm 4700 5100 5200 5600 5500 6000
2 x 12.5mm 5700 5900 6000 6300 6200 6600
2 x 15mm 5900 6100 6200 6500 6400 6800
In all GypWall classic systems, it is recommended that for heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, the Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is
used. Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is used for heights above 8000mm. Additional consideration needs to be given if there is a deflection
head requirement.
For the affect on acoustic performance refer to C02. S01. P30.

Standard GypWall performance (continued)
Introduction
Table 2 (continued) – GypWall classic metal stud partition recommended maximum heights (mm) - based on a limiting
deflection of L/240 at 200Pa. Applicable to non fire-rated or BS 476: Part 22 fire-rated constructions only (not applicable to
EN 1364-1)
Stud Boarding 600mm 600mm 400mm 400mm 300mm 300mm
each side centres boxed centres boxed centres boxed
92 S 60 1 x 12.5mm 4700 5000 5200 5600 5600 6100
1 x 15mm 4900 5300 5400 5800 5800 6300
2 x 12.5mm 5800 6000 6100 6500 6500 6900
2 x 15mm 6000 6200 6300 6700 6600 7000
92 AS 50 1 x 12.5mm 4700 5100 5200 5700 5700 6200
Partitions
1 x 15mm 4900 5300 5400 5700 5800 6400
2 x 12.5mm 5800 6100 6200 6500 6500 6900
2 x 15mm 6000 6300 6400 6700 6700 7000
92 S 10 1 x 12.5mm 5300 5800 6000 6600 6500 7200
1 x 15mm 5500 6000 6100 6700 6600 7300
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2 x 12.5mm 6200 6600 6700 7200 7200 7700
2 x 15mm 6400 6800 6900 7400 7300 7800
92 I 90 1 x 12.5mm 6000 - 6800 - 7400 -
1 x 15mm 6200 - 6900 - 7500 -
2 x 12.5mm 6800 - 7400 - 7900 -
2 x 15mm 6900 - 7500 - 8000 -
146 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 6200 6800 6900 7600 7500 8300
1 x 15mm 6500 7000 7200 7800 7700 8400
2 x 12.5mm 7600 8000 8100 8600 8500 9100
2 x 15mm 7900 8200 8300 8800 8700 9300
146 AS 50 1 x 12.5mm 6600 7100 7300 8000 8000 8800
1 x 15mm 6800 7400 7600 8200 8200 8900
2 x 12.5mm 7800 8200 8400 8900 8900 9500
2 x 15mm 8100 8500 8600 9100 9100 9700
146 I 80 1 x 12.5mm 7900 - 8900 - 9700 -
1 x 15mm 8100 - 9000 - 9800 -
2 x 12.5mm 8800 - 9600 - 10400 -
2 x 15mm 9000 - 9800 - 10500 -
146 TI 90 1 x 12.5mm 8300 - 9400 - 10300 -
1 x 15mm 8400 - 9500 - 10400 -
2 x 12.5mm 9200 - 10100 - 10900 -
2 x 15mm 9400 - 10300 - 11100 -
In all GypWall classic systems, it is recommended that for heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, the Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is
used. Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is used for heights above 8000mm. Additional consideration needs to be given if there is a deflection
head requirement.
For the affect on acoustic performance refer to C02. S01. P30.

Standard GypWall construction details
Introduction
To be read in conjunction with system specific details. Refer to relevant system sections
1 1a
1
3
5
5
Partitions
300mm
2
600mm
600mm
600mm
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2
300mm
6
7
Stud splicing detail Fully boxed Gypframe 'C' Stud
2 2a
Centres
at 600mm
Centres
at
thereafter
600mm
thereafter
1479mm
1479mm
50mm
50mm
50mm
75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 28mm 28mm 28mm

38mm
38mm
38mm
30mm
38mm
879mm
879mm
279mm
279mm
70mm 92mm 146mm
48mm 60mm 70mm 146mm 70mm 92mm 146mm

92mm
stud stud stud stud AcouStud AcouStud AcouStud
stud
Service cut-outs - Gypframe ‘C’ and Gypframe ‘I’ Studs Service cut-outs - Gypframe AcouStuds
1 Gypframe 'I' Stud 5 British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws or

British Gypsum Wafer Head Jack-Point Screws
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud
6 Crimp
3 Gypframe AcouStud
7 Studs offset at top and bottom to facilitate engagement into channels
4 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel

Standard GypWall construction details (continued)
Introduction
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Partitions
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4
3 6
3
1
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2 7
Base with timber sole plate
6
4
10
Head and base Junction with masonry and stop end detail
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 7 Floating screed on resilient layer

2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 8 Timber sole plate suitably fixed to structure
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 9 Internal blockwork
4 Gyproc Sealant 10 DriLyner basic wall lining system
5 Bulk fill Gyproc jointing materials (where gap exceeds 5mm) 11 Isover insulation
6 Skirting

Introduction
5 6
2 1
3
Partitions
‘T’ Junction when partition with higher acoustic performance abuts

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a partition with lower acoustic performance. Acoustic principles

‘T’ junction - single layer only - detail may not be suitable for all solutions
7a 7b
2 2
1
1
4
3
3
‘T’ junction to optimise acoustic performance and reduce ‘T’ junction to optimise acoustic performance and reduce
flanking transmission flanking transmission
8 9
2 1
1
5
2
3
Four way junction to optimise acoustic performance and

reduce flanking transmission Splayed corner
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 4 Gypframe GA5 Internal Fixing Angle
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 5 Gypframe GA6 Splayed Angle
3 Isover insulation
Guidance must be sought from the relevant approval authority e.g. Building Control to establish if a cavity barrier is required (Approved Document B)

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1
1
2
2
Partitions
Corner detail - single layer Corner detail - double layer
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12 13
16
mm
12 12
mm mm
2
3
1
1
4
Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

Typical control joint (short legs flattened at stud positions)
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Gypframe Service Support Plate
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 18mm plywood
3 Stone mineral wool (minimum density 23kg/m3) (by others) 7 Gypframe Service Support Plate
4 Gyproc Control Joint
Installing the screw into the side of the Gypframe Service Support Plate and the web of the Gypframe 'C' Stud will avoid creating excessive distortion to
the lining board.

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15mm 7 16 15mm 7
15mm 6 15mm 6
4 4
20mm 15mm 10
3
11
2
1 2
1
Partitions
Deflection head for 15mm downward movement Deflection head for 15mm downward movement
and 60 minutes fire resistance and up to 120 minutes fire resistance
Not suitable for 60 minutes single layer systems on 48mm studs to Not suitable for 48mm studs to BS EN 1364-1
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BS EN 1364-1
17 7 18
7
25mm 50mm
8 8
7
25mm 7 50mm
5 5
55mm
30mm
3
3
2
2
1
1
Deflection head for plus or minus 25mm movement Deflection head for 50mm downward movement
and 60 minutes fire resistance and 60 minutes fire resistance
19 20 7
7
25mm 9
50mm
9
7
25mm 7
50mm
5 5
30mm
3 55mm
3
2 2
1 1
Deflection head for plus or minus 25mm movement Deflection head for 50mm downward movement
and 60 minutes fire resistance and 60 minutes fire resistance
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 7 Gyproc FireStrip (continuous)

2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 8 Timber head plate suitably fixed to structure
3 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap 9 25mm Glasroc F firecase
4 Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 10 Stone mineral wool (by others)
5 Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 11 Nogging cut from Gypframe 'C' Stud
6 Gyproc CoreBoard
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 construction detail 16). Continuous Gyproc FireStrip must be installed as shown 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 (refer to construction detail 16)
or alternatively, please contact the British Gypsum Technical Advice Centre for further guidance.
To minimise loss in acoustic performance refer to C02 S01 P10 Acoustic performance of head details.

Introduction
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5 7
2
9
5
8
15mm 6 15mm 6
15mm 15mm
3 3
15mm 10
15mm
Partitions
10
4
4
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1
Deflection head parallel to floor profile for 15mm downward Deflection head perpendicular to floor profile for 15mm downward
movement and up to 60 minutes fire resistance 1 movement and up to 60 minutes fire resistance
Not suitable for 60 minutes single layer systems on 48mm studs to Not suitable for 60 minutes single layer systems on 48mm studs to
BS EN 1364-1 BS EN 1364-1
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12 12
13 13
1
1
4
4
11 11
14
Junction with external wall when acoustic performance is a key

Junction with external wall consideration - helps reduce flanking transmission
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 9 Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

2 Gyproc FireStrip (continuous line) 10 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap fixed to studs with
3 Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels (DC) British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws
4 Gypframe 'C' Stud 11 Isover insulation
5 Gyproc Sealant 12 External facade
6 Gyproc CoreBoard 13 External wall frame stud / by other(s)
7 Fire-stopping (by others) 14 Cavity barrier (subject to regulatory requirements)
8 Glasroc F firecase
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. Continuous Gyproc FireStrip must be installed as shown to maintain fire performance.
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To minimise acoustic downgrade, install Isover insulation within the hollow rib void.

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Partitions
150mm
4
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1200mm 1200mm
Door frame (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Light and Medium Duty (up to 35kg door)
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Timber door frame and architrave
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 Gypframe 'C' Stud to maintain stud module
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 7 Timber sub-frame
4 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent to form door head
Advice should be sought from the door manufacturer prior to the construction of these details.

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150mm
Partitions
4
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3
2
300mm
1200mm 1200mm
150mm
Door frame (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty (up to 60kg door)
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Timber door frame and architrave
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 Gypframe 'C' Stud to maintain stud module
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel to sleeve studs 7 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent to extend up studs
At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws. The
studs each side of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel.

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8
7
Partitions
150mm
4
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300mm
1200mm 1200mm 1200mm
150mm
Alternative door frame for fixed partition heads only (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy
BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty (up to 60kg door)
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 6 Gypframe 'C' Stud to maintain stud module
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 7 Gypframe 'C' Studs fixed back to back with
British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres staggered
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel to sleeve studs
8 Plasterboard infill (same type as lining) cut to fit between studs
9 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent to extend up studs
5 Timber door frame and architrave
At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws.
The studs each side of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel.
The principle of this alternative detail is only suitable for GypWall classic, GypWall robust and GypWall extreme for fixed head situations only.

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3
1
Partitions
150mm
4
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150mm
Openings 1201 - 3300mm wide, for example double doors or large windows
1 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 Centre stud required for margin up to 600mm between openings
2 Stud sleeved to full opening height with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 7 Partition between openings, minimum 600mm for Gypframe 'C' Studs
3 Gypframe studs (appropriate to system) (minimum 300mm for Gypframe 'I' Studs)
4 Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 8 Maximum distance 2400mm (if exceeds 2400mm contact British Gypsum
Technical Advice Centre)
5 Gypframe stud insert

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Elevation
4
X
Y
Partitions
2
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Section X - X
1
Fire tested construction in which the damper is supported
3 by the partition (isometric view)
4 31
150mm
6
Section Y - Y
Opening for service penetrations in fire-rated partitions Opening up to 600mm wide for services
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Damper (by others). Weight of damper should not exceed 57kg.
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud Size of damper should not exceed 1400 x 1200mm
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 6 Gypframe Folded Edge Standard Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent
to form opening head and cill
4 Penetration seal if required (refer to damper manufacturer for details)

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Partitions
5
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Board layout - typical configuration
33 34
2 6
7 7
Horizontal board joint - double layer Horizontal board joint - single layer
1 Inner layer of Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 British Gypsum Drywall Screws
2 Outer layer of Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 6 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board
3 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap 7 Gypframe 'C' Stud
4 Gypframe metal framing 8 Gypframe GFT1 Fixing T (alternatively use Gypframe GSF1 Fixing Strap)

GypWall robust
GypWall robust
Durable impact resistant partition system
All our systems are covered by SpecSure® when using

genuine British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain Isover products
Partitions
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GypWall robust
GypWall robust
GypWall robust is a highly impact-resistant
60 120
partition system for use where a more durable mins
solution is required. All GypWall robust systems

utilise Gyproc DuraLine board to give enhanced
levels of resistance to damage from everyday 42 58
occurrences, such as school bags being knocked RwdB
against corridor walls as pupils move from
Partitions
one lesson to the next. As a result, the system
provides a lightweight, non-loadbearing System can be skim
finished with
partition ideal for all types of commercial, ThistlePro PureFinish.
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Refer to C02. S01. P49
healthcare and educational buildings that

experience high levels of human traffic.
Key benefits
— Achieves Severe Duty Rating to BS 5234 with
only a single layer of Gyproc DuraLine
plasterboard to each side of the partition
— Reduced maintenance cycles due to impact
resistant nature of Gyproc DuraLine plasterboard
— Fully compatible with other British Gypsum
systems, GypWall robust can be specified
in areas of the building that really need it, whilst
other GypWall partitions can be used in lower
duty performance zones for optimal project value
— Increased levels of acoustic performance are
available when GypWall robust is specified with
Gypframe 92 AS 50 AcouStud – a commonly
chosen solution for school classrooms and
hospital consulting rooms
— Enhanced abrasion resistance can be achieved
through the use of ThistlePro DuraFinish skim
plaster; an ideal finishing solution for
GypWall robust
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For areas of a building where extreme levels of duty rating
may be required, for example a school corridor or hospital
circulation space, GypWall extreme provides the answer.
Refer to C04. S04. P02 - GypWall extreme

GypWall robust performance
GypWall robust
For details of when

to specify fire
70mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using EN
Table 1a — Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS EN 1364-1
1 2 3
One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of
Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm
centres. Linings as in table. centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition
Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity.
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Linings as in table. Linings as in table.
4 5
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One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of
Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm
centres. 80mm Isover Modular Roll in centres. 75mm Isover Acoustic Slab in
the cavity. Linings as in table. the cavity. Linings as in table.
Detail Partition Board type Lining Max. Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness thickness partition RwdB rating weight reference
mm mm height1 Any Skim kg/m²
mm Any finish2 Skim only3
finish2 only3
60 minutes fire resistance
1 102 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 3800 42 - Severe 29 Q606062 -
2 102 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 3800 47 48 Severe 29 Q606063 Q606063S
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1
The maximum heights quoted are limited by the fire state field of application or by limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa, whichever is the more onerous.
2
Sound insulation performance for partitions finished using jointing or plaster skim.
3
Sound insulation performance for partitions finished with a 2mm skim finish of Thistle MultiFinish.
The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, but incorporating deflection heads, with all joints taped and filled
or skimmed according to British Gypsum’s recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain Isover
components are used throughout, and the Company’s fixing recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with
British Gypsum.
Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel or Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel should be used at base and at head (subject to
deflection criteria).

GypWall robust performance (continued)
GypWall robust
For details of when
to specify fire
70mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using BS
Table 1b — Solutions to satisfy requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987
1 2 3
centres. Linings as in table. centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition
Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity.
Partitions
4 5
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Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 S 50 ‘C’ Studs at 600mm
centres. 80mm Isover Modular Roll in centres. 75mm Isover Acoustic Slab in
the cavity. Linings as in table. the cavity. Linings as in table.
finish2 only3
1 102 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 3800 42 - Severe 29 Q606062 -
1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of reduced stud centres.
Refer to C04. S01. P05, Table 2.
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when

to specify fire
70mm Gypframe 'I' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2 3 4
One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of
Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm
centres. Linings as in table. centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 80mm Isover Modular Roll in
Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
Detail Partition Board type Lining Max. Sound Duty rating Approx. System
thickness thickness partition insulation weight reference
mm mm height1 RwdB kg/m²
mm
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1 102 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4200 42 Severe 29 Q606049
2
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when
to specify fire
70mm Gypframe 'I' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using BS
1 2 3 4
One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of
Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe 70 I 50 ‘I’ Studs at 600mm
centres. Linings as in table. centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 80mm Isover Modular Roll in
Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
Detail Partition Board type Lining Max. Sound Duty rating Approx. System
thickness thickness partition insulation weight reference
mm mm height1 RwdB kg/m²
mm
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2
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of reduced stud centres. Maximum partition height can be
increased to 4700mm by using Gypframe 70 I 70 'I' Studs. Refer to C04. S01. P05, Table 2.
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when

to specify fire
70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - single layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2
Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at
600mm centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic 600mm centres. 50mm Isover Acoustic
Partition Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Partition Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity.
Partitions
finish2 only3
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1 102 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4000 48 49 Severe 29 Q606A044 Q606A044S
1
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when
to specify fire
70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - single layer board linings resistance using BS
1 2
Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at
600mm centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic 600mm centres. 50mm Isover Acoustic
Partition Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Partition Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity.
Partitions
finish2 only3
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1
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when

to specify fire
92mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2 3
centres. Linings as in table. centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 3 x 25mm Isover Acoustic
Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Partition Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity.
Partitions
Any finish2 Skim only3
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mm finish2 only3
1 124 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4000 45 46 Severe 29 A206257 A206257S
2 124 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4000 484 49 4 Severe 30 A206258 A206258S
1
2
3
4
Increasing insulation to 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) will not improve this system performance.
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when
to specify fire
92mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using BS
1 2 3
centres. Linings as in table. centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition centres. 3 x 25mm Isover Acoustic
Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity. Partition Roll (APR 1200) in the cavity.
Partitions
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finish2 only3
1 124 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4900 45 46 Severe 29 A206257 A206257S
2 124 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4900 48 4

49 4
Severe 30 A206258 A206258S
1
Refer to C04. S01. P05, Table 2. Maximum partition height can be increased to 6100mm by using Gypframe 92 I 90 'I' Studs.
2
3
4
Increasing insulation to 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) will not improve this system performance.
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when

to specify fire
92mm Gypframe AcouStuds - single layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2 3
One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of 92mm
Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres. Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres. Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll
(APR 1200) in the cavity. Linings as in table. (APR 1200) in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
finish2 only3
C04
1 124 Gyproc DuraLine 1 x 15 4000 45 46 Severe 29 A206A277 A206A277S
1
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when
to specify fire
92mm Gypframe AcouStuds - single layer board linings resistance using BS
1 2 3
One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of 92mm
Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres. Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres. Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll
(APR 1200) in the cavity. Linings as in table. (APR 1200) in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
finish2 only3
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1
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when

to specify fire
70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - double layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2
One inner layer and one outer layer of One inner layer and one outer layer of
board each side of Gypframe 70 AS 50 board each side of Gypframe 70 AS 50
AcouStuds at 600mm centres. AcouStuds at 600mm centres. 25mm
Linings as in table.
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
Detail Partition Inner board type Outer board type Max. Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness mm mm partition RwdB rating weight reference
mm height1 Any Skim kg/m²
Any Skim
mm
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finish2 only3 finish2 only3
Gyproc SoundBloc Gyproc DuraLine

2 127 4700 57 58 Severe 52 Q606A063 Q606A063S
1 x 12.5 1 x 15

1 127 4700 53 - Severe 51 Q606A062 -
1 x 12.5 1 x 15

2 127 3000 57 58 Severe 52 Q606A063 Q606A063S
1 x 12.5 1 x 15
1
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust
For details of when
to specify fire
70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - double layer board linings resistance using BS
1 2
One inner layer and one outer layer of One inner layer and one outer layer of
board each side of Gypframe 70 AS 50 board each side of Gypframe 70 AS 50
AcouStuds at 600mm centres. AcouStuds at 600mm centres. 25mm
Linings as in table.
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
Detail Partition Inner board type Outer board type Max. Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness mm mm partition RwdB rating weight reference
mm height1 Any Skim kg/m²
Any Skim
mm
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finish2 only3 finish2 only3

1 127 4700 53 - Severe 51 Q606A062 -
1 x 12.5 1 x 15

2 127 4700 57 58 Severe 52 Q606A063 Q606A063S
1 x 12.5 1 x 15

1 132 5000 53 54 Severe 55 Q606A064 Q606A064S
1 x 15 1 x 15
1
2
3
British Gypsum.

GypWall robust design
GypWall robust
Building design Door openings
Whilst our GypWall partitions are non-loadbearing, they are able to The designer should consider the thickness tolerances of the
provide resistance to levels of horizontal uniformly distributed loads partition types in relation to the proposed door frame detail. To
in accordance with BS 6399. satisfy BS 5234: Part 2 requirements for Heavy and Severe Duty
Rating partitions, door framing should be specified. The door
Refer to C02. S01. P26 – Robustness.
manufacturer should also be consulted in relation to the door detail.
Planning – key factors Refer to construction detail 7 in this section..
GypWall robust comprises Gypframe 'C' Studs installed at 600mm

centres within Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels. The
position of services and heavy fixtures should be pre-determined
and their installation planned into the frame erection stage. Important information
Partitions
Fixing floor and ceiling channels Particular care must be taken in selecting
the correct length of British Gypsum
Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels must be securely Drywall Screws for fixing Gyproc DuraLine
fixed with a row of fixings at 600mm maximum centres. For 94mm to Gypframe AcouStuds to ensure that
channels and above, two rows of staggered fixings are required, they do not penetrate the web of the
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each row at 600mm centres and each fixing 25mm in from the stud. Doing so would create a physical
flange. If the floor is uneven, a 38mm thick timber sole plate equal bridge that would lead to a downgrade in
to the width of the channel should be used. sound insulation performance.
If the concrete or screeded floor is new, consideration should be

given to the installation of a damp-proof membrane between the Framing surround for openings
floor surface and the channel or sole plate.
Where services such as horizontal ducts, fire dampers and access
panels are required to penetrate the wall, their position should be
pre-determined in order that a framed opening can be provided.
Important information The openings should be constructed using established metal stud
procedures.
Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P16 – construction
Channels (DC) must be used with all details 28-31.
GypWall robust systems.
Refer to GypWall robust – construction Cavity barriers
details 1 and 2. Minimum 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard screw-fixed into the web
of perimeter channels or vertical studs will provide a satisfactory
closure to flame or smoke.
Splicing Refer to C06. S07. P02 – Cavity barriers.
To extend studs, overlap by 600mm (minimum). Fix together using
British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws or steel pop rivets (two Control joints
to each flange), or by using the Gyproc Stud Interlocking Tool twice Control joints may be required in the partition to relieve stresses
to each flange. induced by expansion and contraction of the structure. They should
Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P07 – construction coincide with movement joints within the surrounding structure.
detail 1.
Deflection heads
Partition to structural steelwork junctions Partition head deflection designs may be necessary to
accommodate deflections in the supporting floor. Deflection heads
When designing the layout of rooms requiring separation by sound
may also be required to the underside of roof structures subjected
insulating walls abutting structural steelwork, consideration should
to positive and negative pressures.
be given to the potential loss of sound insulation performance
through the steelwork.
To minimise the loss of acoustic performance:
Refer to C02. S01. P10 – Building acoustics.
Refer to C02. S01. P10 – Building acoustics.
For deflection head design:
Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P11 – construction

details 15 - 22.

GypWall robust design (continued)
GypWall robust
Services Access for maintenance
Penetrations Gyproc Profilex Access Panels are available to provide access for
Penetrations of fire-resistant or sound-insulating constructions maintenance. Access panels must be fully compatible with drywall
for services need careful consideration to ensure that the construction and match the fire rating of the partition.
performance of the element is not downgraded. Consideration also
Refer to profilex.co.uk for further information.
needs to be given to the services themselves so they do not act as
the mechanism of fire spread or sound transmission.
Board finishing
Refer to C02. S01. P32 – Service installations. Refer to C08. S01. P02 – Finishes.
Electrical
The installation of electrical services should be carried out in
accordance with BS 7671. The cut-outs in the studs can be used for
Handy hint
Partitions
routing electrical and other small services.
For increased resistance to accidental surface
Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P07 – construction damage, the use of ThistlePro DuraFinish is
detail 2. recommended.
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Switch boxes and socket outlets can be supported from
Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel fixed horizontally between studs, Tiling
or a high performance socket box detail where higher acoustic Tiles can be applied to the surface of lightweight partition systems.
performance is required.
Refer to C08. S04. P02 – Tiling.
Where Gypframe AcouStuds are used, services are routed through
50mm x 28mm ‘H’ shaped push-outs, at the same centres as shown Construction details
for conventional cut-outs.
For standard GypWall construction details
detail 2a.
details.
Cables should be protected by conduit, or other suitable precautions

For GypWall robust system specific construction details refer to the
taken to prevent abrasion when they pass through the metal frame.
following pages.
Handy hint
Where access is limited to one side at the
SpecSure®
head, e.g. M+E cages already installed in
All our systems are covered by SpecSure® when
corridors.
using genuine British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain
Refer to C05. S02. P02 – ShaftWall. Isover products.
Independent support
When designing for the installation of services such as fire dampers
and associated ductwork through a GypWall partition, consideration
should be given to the size and weight of the damper - this will
determine whether it can be supported directly from the partition
or needs to be independently supported from the structure.

details 29-31.
Fixtures
Lightweight fixtures can be made directly to the partition linings.

Medium weight fixtures can be made to Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing
Channel. Heavyweight fixtures (to BS 5234), such as wash basins
and wall cupboards, can be fixed using plywood secured with
Gypframe Service Support Plates.
Refer to C02. S01. P33 – Service installations.

GypWall robust construction details
GypWall robust
1 3 2
1
4
6
Partitions
3
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Head Base
3 4
1
1
Junction with masonry and stop end Corner
5 6
2
1
1
4
‘T’ Junction when partition with higher acoustic performance

abuts a partition with lower acoustic performance.
‘T’ junction Acoustic principles only - detail may not be suitable for all solutions
1 Gyproc DuraLine 6 Skirting

2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud 7 Internal masonry
3 Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 8 DriLyner basic wall lining system
4 Gyproc Sealant 9 Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
5 Bulk fill with Gyproc jointing materials (where gap exceeds 5mm)

GypWall robust construction details
GypWall robust
7
Partitions
150mm
5
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7
4
300mm
1200mm 1200mm
1
150mm
Door frame (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty (up to 60kg door)
1 Gyproc DuraLine 5 Gypframe 72 DC 60 Deep Channel cut and bent to form door head
2 Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' Stud 6 Timber door frame and architrave
3 Gypframe 70 S 50 'C' stud at jamb 7 Stud sleeved to full opening height with Gypframe 72 DC 60 Deep
4 Gypframe 72 DC 60 Deep Channel Channel
At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws. The
studs each side of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel.

GypWall robust system components
GypWall robust
Gypframe metal components ( Refer to C10. S02. P02 for details)
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs (70 S 50, 92 S 60) Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap
Vertical stud providing acoustic and structural Used to support horizontal board joints and within
performances designed to receive fixing of board deflection heads.
to both sides.
Gypframe ‘I’ Studs (70 I 50, 70 I 70, 92 I 90) Gypframe GFT1 Fixing T
Enhanced strength stud that allows for lining height, Used to support horizontal board joints.
without increasing lining width. Designed to receive
fixing of board to both sides.
Partitions
Gypframe AcouStud (70 AS 50, 92 AS 50) Gypframe GA5 Internal Fixing Angle
Vertical stud providing enhanced acoustic and Steel angle providing framing stability and
structural performances designed to receive board support.
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fixing of board to both sides.
Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels Gypframe GA6 Splayed Angle
(72 DC 60, 94 DC 60) Steel angle providing framing stability and
Floor and ceiling channels with deep flanges for board support.
retaining the Gypframe studs at floor and ceiling
junctions for partitions 4200mm to 8000mm high.
Also used around openings and in deflection heads
(maximum 30mm deflection).
Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Gypframe Service Support Plate
Channels (72 EDC 80, 94 EDC 70) For installation of 18mm plywood within
Floor and ceiling channels with extra deep flanges a partition cavity to support medium to
for retaining the Gypframe studs at floor and ceiling heavyweight fixtures.
junctions for partitions over 8000mm high. Also used
around openings and in deflection heads (maximum
50mm deflection).
Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

A versatile metal fixing channel used to support
medium weight fixtures on walls.
Board products ( Refer to C10. S03. P02 for details)
Gyproc DuraLine1 Glasroc F firecase

Gypsum plasterboard with fire resistant additives Non-combustible glass-reinforced gypsum board.
and a high density core for enhanced sound Used to form deflection head.
insulation and impact resistance performance.
Gyproc SoundBloc1 Gyproc CoreBoard

Gypsum plasterboard with a high density core for Gypsum plasterboard with fire and moisture
enhanced sound insulation performance. resistant additives. Used to form deflection head.
1
Also available in a Moisture Resistant (mr) version. mr boards are specified in intermittent wet use areas.

GypWall robust
GypWall robust system components (continued)
Fixing products ( Refer to C10. S04. P02 for details)
British Gypsum Drywall Screws British Gypsum Jack-Point Screws

Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws for Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws
fixing board to metal framing less than 0.8mm for fixing board to metal framing 0.8mm thick and
thick ('I' Studs less than 0.6mm thick). greater (‘I’ stud 0.6mm thick and greater).
British Gypsum Collated Drywall Screws British Gypsum Wafer Head Jack-Point Screws
Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws for Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws
fixing board to metal framing less than 0.8mm for fixing metal to metal framing 0.8mm thick and
thick ('I' Studs less than 0.6mm thick). greater ('I' Studs 0.8mm thick and greater).
Partitions
British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws
Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws for
fixing metal to metal framing less than 0.8mm
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thick ('I' Studs less than 0.6mm thick).
Plasterboard accessories ( Refer to C10. S05. P02 for details)
Gyproc Jointing Material Gyproc edge and angle beads

Jointing compounds, ready mixes and adhesives Protecting and enhancing board edges and corners
for reinforcement and finishing of board joints.
Primers and sealers for treatment of boards for
pre-decoration.
Gyproc FireStrip Gyproc Sealant

A soft extruded linear intumescent gap sealer Used to seal air paths for optimum sound
to maintain fire resistance located directly to insulation.
the underside of the soffit when forming a
deflection head.
Gyproc Control Joint Gyproc Joint Tape

To accommodate structural movement of up A paper tape designed for reinforcement of flat
to 7mm. joints or internal angles.
Finishing products ( Refer to C10. S06. P02 for details)
Thistle MultiFinish ThistlePro DuraFinish

To provide a plaster skim finish on most common To provide a plaster skim finish and provide up to
backgrounds including undercoat plasters and 60% tougher resistance to accidental damage.
plasterboard. Can provide enhanced acoustic
performance.
Thistle BoardFinish ThistlePro PureFinish

To provide a plaster skim finish to To provide a plaster skim finish with
Gyproc plasterboards. ACTIVair technology. Used to finish most
common backgrounds including undercoat plasters
and plasterboard. For more information refer to
C02. S01. P49.
Thistle SprayFinish ThistlePro Magnetic

To provide a plaster skim finish by spray or hand To provide a plaster skim finish that provides an
application, ideal for medium to large projects. attraction to magnets used to finish a wide range
of backgrounds, including undercoat plasters and
plasterboard.

GypWall robust
GypWall robust system components (continued)
Finishing products ( Refer to C10. S06. P02 for details)
Thistle ProTape FT50 Plaster accessories

Self-adhesive 48mm wide glass fibre mesh tape. Designed for the reinforcement and finishing of
board joints before plaster skimming.
Thistle ProTape FT100

Self-adhesive 100mm wide glass fibre mesh tape.
Partitions
Insulation products ( Refer to C10. S09. P02 for details)
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Modular Roll

Glass mineral wool for enhanced acoustic Glass mineral wool for enhanced acoustic
performance. performance.
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Isover Acoustic Slab

Glass mineral wool to achieve acoustic
performance.

GypWall robust installation overview
GypWall robust
This is intended to be a basic description of how the system is built.
For detailed installation guidance refer to the British Gypsum Site Book.
Partitions
Gypframe Deep Flange or Extra Deep Flange Gypframe Studs are suitably fixed to The perimeter of the partition is then sealed
Floor & Ceiling Channels are suitably fixed abutments. on both sides with Gyproc Sealant.
to the floor and soffit.
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Gypframe Studs are then friction fitted into Door openings are constructed to the Heavy M&E services can be located within the
the Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channels at and Severe door detail. partition cavity.
the required centres.
Isover insulation can also be added to Gyproc DuraLine (and Gyproc SoundBloc
the partition cavity for increased acoustic inner layer if required) plasterboards are
performance. then fixed to the Gypframe framework with
British Gypsum Drywall Screws.
Additional information
For full installation details, refer to the
British Gypsum Site Book, available to
download from british-gypsum.com

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