To maintain industrywide quality assurance standards for gypsum panels defined in this manual as type x, the gypsum association requires that all companies listing proprietary tests or systems, or relying on the generic systems in this manual, shall subscribe to an ongoing thirdparty, inplant product inspection and labeling service. B floorsceilings 2444 steelframed, including steel bar joist framing, steel cjoist framing, and steel. The gypsum association has revised its ga216 application and finishing of gypsum panel products technical document. Descriptions of many fire and soundrated systems can be found in the gypsum association s ga600, fire resistance design manual. Information, standards, products, product names, properties, application methods, procedures, etc.
The gypsum construction handbook, 7th edition, was published in march 2014. Assessing the need for replacement of gypsum board when gypsum board becomes wet, an assessment of the potential damage must be made after drying to determine whether the board must be replaced. Our versatile toughrock gypsum boards are ideal for a wide range of commercial and residential interior applications, and our dens family of highperformance fiberglass matfaced gypsum products offer exceptional strength and superior moisture, mold and fire. The gypsum association fire resistance design manual is referenced by the following code and standards writing organizations. Gypsum fire resistance design manual, 21st edition gypsum association, gypsum on. Gypsum association gypsum industry news from global gypsum. Since 1959, the gypsum association has engaged extensively in testing and evaluation of both generic and proprietary systems. Terminology the following definitions are applicable to this document. The gypsum association ga announced the release of the 21st edition of the fire resistance design manual ga6002015.
Based on tests at underwriters laboratories of canada, underwriters laboratories inc. Dec 01, 2010 for this reason, attaching gypsum board in a rated or loaded system must be done according to the instructions prescribed in the specific design used. Gypsum panels are heavy and may bend or snap under their own weight. Revised on a three year cycle, ga600 has been referenced by the model building codes as a source of fireresistive designs for more than 40 years.
Scope the purpose of this document is to serve as a guide for identifying common interior wall construction and finishing problems, list probable causes, typical corrective actions and tips for prevention. Additionally, each member company makes annual written certification. It contains sections on partitions, exterior walls, floors. Revised on a three year basis, ga600 has been referenced by the model building codes as a source of fire resistive designs for more than 40 years.
Press releases made many salient points about this document, including the fact that it is referenced in the international building code as an appropriate standard for the application and installation of gypsum boards and panels. The gypsum association fire resistance design manualis. For gypsum sheathing recommendations, see ga253 recommended specifications for the application of gypsum sheathing. Guidelines for prevention of mold growth on gypsum board ga238.
To maintain industrywide quality assurance standards for gypsum panels defined in this manual as type x, the gypsum association requires that all. Gypsum association releases fire resistance design manual. Ga6002006 fire resistance design manual the building code. Gypsum board is manufactured with a type x core to achieve fire resistance ratings when used in recommended systems. A notforprofit trade association founded in 1930, promoting the use of gypsum while advancing the development, growth, and general welfare of the gypsum industry in the united states and canada on behalf of its member companies. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and.
Certainteed gypsum canada gypsum board products are manufactured to meet or exceed the. Describes complete line of construction products, including sheetrock brand gypsum panels and imperial brand gypsum base for drywall and veneer plaster construction, sheathing and. This practice often has lead to misunderstanding about the degree of finishing sophistication required for any particular job. Beware the gypsum association manual stc if the ga manual references the stc 50 test and on the stc rating you selected from the gypsum association manual. The gypsum association fire resistance and sound control design manual ga600 22nd edition, although not specifically listed as a reference standard in the 2012, 2015 or 2018 ibc, is an acceptable alternative to the 19th, 20th and 21st editions when approved by the code official. National gypsum company, drywall, cement board, gypsum board. Georgiapacific gypsum searchable assemblies library.
The 20th edition of the gypsum association s flagship publication depicts over 600 systems that may be used for. Gypsum association releases fire resistance design manual 2015 edition. Ga6002018 fire resistance and sound control design manual. The gypsum association ga released the 21st edition of the fire resistance design manual ga6002015. Gypsum lath base for gypsum plaster c28 c96 astm c841 11. It has been revised in 2018 to fit a three year cycle to coincide with the 2021 code revision cycle and to better align with the association s other codereferenced documents, namely ga600 fire resistance and sound control design manual and ga253 application of gypsum.
Gypsum association a notforprofit trade association founded in. Due to the gypsum board finishing process, the abutting gypsum board seamsjoints, fasteners, and accessories must be concealed with fill and finish coats of joint compound. Panels comply with astm requirements for type x gypsum board. Describes complete line of construction products, including sheetrock brand gypsum panels and imperial brand gypsum base for drywall and veneer plaster.
Apr 11, 2019 to maintain industrywide quality assurance standards for gypsum panels defined in this manual as type x, the gypsum association requires that all companies listing proprietary tests or systems, or relying on the generic systems in this manual, shall subscribe to an ongoing thirdparty, inplant product inspection and labeling service. This gypsum board finishing process occurs above the plane of the gypsum board. Gypsum association releases 2015 fire resistance design manual. Gypsum association releases twentysecond edition of manual. Jul 22, 2015 the gypsum association ga announced the release of the 21st edition of the fire resistance design manual ga6002015. Includes gypsum base and veneer finishes, gypsum drywall, cement board and conventional lath and plaster. The gypsum board systems manual is available on our web site at further assistance regarding the application of certainteed gypsum canada products in gypsum board systems can be obtained by calling the certainteed gypsum canada office nearest you. Gypsum association publishes new edition of fire resistance. The ceiling construction is identical to assembly fc 5529 in the gypsum association fire resistance and sound control design manual, 22nd and 21st editions fc5406 in the gypsum association fire resistance design manual, 20th and 19th editions.
To maintain industrywide quality assurance standards for gypsum panels defined in this manual as type x, the gypsum association requires. How to install and finish sheetrock brand gypsum panels new for pg 9. Mccown is the regional manufacturing manager eastern us for certainteed gypsum. Repair of gypsum board joint ridging ga221 repairing nail or screw pops ga222 gypsum panel products types, uses, sizes, and standards ga223.
The purpose of this edition of the gypsum construction handbookis a guide to good the handbook construction procedures for gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, cement board and conventional plaster construction. Usg fireresistant assemblies catalog english sa100. The seventh edition features updates in gypsum products, including ultralight panels, glassmat panels, paperfaced plastic bead, and ultralightweight joint. Such areas include but are not limited to saunas, steam rooms, gang shower rooms, and indoor pools. It is not possible to achieve a finish surface that is a flat plane. The gypsum association recently released the latest edition of application and finishing of gypsum panel products, ga2162016. Gypsum board systems manual general this manual is intended to provide architects, engineers and builders with reference data on gypsum board systems incorporating certainteed gypsum canada gypsum board products. Other appointments include national gypsum s craig robertson as vicechair, pabco gypsum s emil kopilovich, as treasurer and the gypsum association s stephen h meima continues as the secretary.
This edition of the gypsum construction handbook is a guide to construction procedures for gypsum drywall, cement board, veneer plaster and conventional plaster construction in effect in 2004. Be sure panels are properly supported prior to scoring. Gypsum association publications literature american gypsum. Fire resistance design manual, ga600, 21st edition 12. Ga 216, recommended specifications for the application and finishing of gypsum board, 1989, gypsum association, washington, d. Sheetrock brand gypsum panels, firecode c core available in 12. The ga21410 document is intended to assist specification writers and architects to more precisely describe. Assessing the need for replacement of gypsum board when gypsum board becomes wet, an assessment of the potential damage must be made after drying to determine whether the board. The information below is in adobe pdf format which requires acrobat reader. Since 1965, georgiapacific gypsum has been committed to developing the highest quality gypsum building products in the industry.
The interior guide september, 2015 page 2 of 43 introduction for a while now, there has been a lack of understanding of the issues and concerns that come between the industry trades of gypsum board finishing, paint and wallcovering application and what is stated in the project specifications. The full version of the gypsum construction handbook. Offers a 12month extended guidelines for prevention of mold growth on gypsum board gypsum association, ga ga600, fireresistance design manual. Attached with 1 25 mm type s drywall screws 24 610 mm o. Except where otherwise noted in this report, any of the. B floorsceilings 2444 steelframed, including steel bar joist framing, steel cjoist framing, and steel truss.
Since 1959, the association has regularly published its collection of the latest in fireresistance rated gypsum building system designs. Additionally, each member company makes annual written certification to the gypsum association that its. Gypsumboard face paper is commonly 100 percent recycled from newsprint, cardboard, and other postconsumer waste streams, but most recycled gypsum in wall board products is postindustrial, made from gypsumboard manufacture. The gypsum association has elected gregory mccown as the chair of its board of directors for 2020 2021.
National gypsum company, drywall, cement board, gypsum. The triedandtrue gypsum construction handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. Specify an appropriate level of gypsum board finish, consistent with the owners expectations, from recommended levels of gypsum board finish, published by the gypsum association in their document ga21410. Prefill any gap with joint compound and allow to dry or prefill with setting compound and allow to set. Improved formulation exceeds astm requirements for type x gypsum board. The gypsum association ga is pleased to announce the release of. A collective effort of four industry trade associations association of the wall and ceiling industriesinternational awci, ceilings and. A notforprofit trade association founded in 1930, promoting the use of gypsum while advancing the development, growth, and general welfare of the gypsum. It contains the newest developments in products and systems including timesaving,lowe rcost. Proform drywall finishing products construction guide.
The gypsum association and its member companies do not warrant or otherwise guarantee that following the procedures detailed in this guide will result in completely safe, effective, and satisfactory handling of gypsum panel products. Dec 20, 2018 the gypsum association ga is pleased to announce the release of ga6002018 fire resistance and sound control design manual. Gypsum association a notforprofit trade association. Our gypsum association publications are in the adobe pdf format. You will need acrobat reader to view these documents. Gold bond brand fireshield c gypsum board has a specially formulated type x core to achieve superior performance when used in specific fire rated assemblies. Gypsum board should be purchased in sizes that minimize the need for trimming saving time and waste. And over the last 50 years, the manual has become the standard industry reference document for architects and design professionals, builders and drywall contractors, and the building code enforcement community. National gypsum is a leading manufacturer and supplier of gypsum board and drywall products.
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