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Architectural Specification

The following are standard Architectural Specifications for internal partition systems using PROMINA®-60. The designer must determine the suitability of the design to the application and requirements before undertaking or constructing any works relating to the specifications and where in doubt should obtain the advice of a suitably qualified engineer.

Fire Attack From Board Side / Non Loadbearing

Up to 240 minutes of fire rating, integrity and 15 minutes of insulation in accordance with the criteria of BS476: Part 22: 1987 and AS1530: Part 4: 2005.

 
Acoustic Performance

The partition system shall have a Weighted Sound Reduction Index of at least R w 41.

 
Supporting Structure

Care should be taken that any structural element by which the partition system is supported, e.g. steel structure, concrete/brick wall or slab, has at least fire resistance of 240 minutes.

 
Lining Boards

Single layer of 9mm PROMINA®-60 matrix engineered mineral boards as manufactured by Promat International (Asia Pacific) Ltd. Standard board dimensions 1220mm x 2440mm x 9mm.

 
Fixing

Galvanised steel sheeting rails will be bolted horizontally at maximum 1800mm centres. Fix galvanised steel top hat sections vertically at 610mm centres. External cladding will be fixed at the external part.

9mm thick of PROMINA®-60 boards will be fixed to the steel framing at the internal face. All horizontal joints to be backed with a PROMINA®-60 board strip.

 
Tests & Standards

The complete system along with the material and framing is tested in accordance with BS476: Part 22: 1987. The partition system should meet the requirements as specified under Clause 5.

 
Jointing

Plain butt joints between machined edges of boards. (1)
Joints filled in preparation for painting. (2)
Joints filled and taped in preparation for decoration. (3)

 
Follow-on Trades

Surface of boards to be prepared for painting/plastering/tiling(4) in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

 
NOTES:
  • (1), (2), (3), (4) delete as appropriate.
  • Perimeter gaps will be filled with fire resistant PROMASEAL® AN Acrylic Sealant.
 
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