Describes complete line of construction products, including sheetrock brand gypsum panels and imperial brand gypsum base for drywall and veneer plaster. Gypsum association releases 2015 fire resistance design manual. Describes complete line of construction products, including sheetrock brand gypsum panels and imperial brand gypsum base for drywall and veneer plaster construction, sheathing and. Since 1959, the gypsum association has engaged extensively in testing and evaluation of both generic and proprietary systems. Gypsum board should be purchased in sizes that minimize the need for trimming saving time and waste.
The gypsum association ga released the 21st edition of the fire resistance design manual ga6002015. Panels comply with astm requirements for type x gypsum board. To maintain industrywide quality assurance standards for gypsum panels defined in this manual as type x, the gypsum association requires that all. Mccown is the regional manufacturing manager eastern us for certainteed gypsum. 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. Dec 20, 2018 the gypsum association ga is pleased to announce the release of ga6002018 fire resistance and sound control design manual. Guidelines for prevention of mold growth on gypsum board ga238. Gypsum association gypsum industry news from global gypsum. Gypsum association publications literature american gypsum. Attached with 1 25 mm type s drywall screws 24 610 mm o. Gypsum association a notforprofit trade association. Ga 216, recommended specifications for the application and finishing of gypsum board, 1989, gypsum association, washington, d. 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. 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 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. 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. Since 1959, the association has regularly published its collection of the latest in fireresistance rated gypsum building system designs. The information below is in adobe pdf format which requires acrobat reader. Georgiapacific gypsum searchable assemblies library. Gypsum panels are heavy and may bend or snap under their own weight. 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. The seventh edition features updates in gypsum products, including ultralight panels, glassmat panels, paperfaced plastic bead, and ultralightweight joint. Offers a 12month extended guidelines for prevention of mold growth on gypsum board gypsum association, ga ga600, fireresistance design manual. Proform drywall finishing products construction guide. The gypsum association recently released the latest edition of application and finishing of gypsum panel products, ga2162016.
For gypsum sheathing recommendations, see ga253 recommended specifications for the application of gypsum sheathing. 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. 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. Ga6002018 fire resistance and sound control design manual. It contains the newest developments in products and systems including timesaving,lowe rcost. The gypsum association has elected gregory mccown as the chair of its board of directors for 2020 2021. 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. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and.
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. Ga6002006 fire resistance design manual the building code. 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. Additionally, each member company makes annual written certification to the gypsum association that its. A collective effort of four industry trade associations association of the wall and ceiling industriesinternational awci, ceilings and. Gypsum association publishes new edition of fire resistance. Descriptions of many fire and soundrated systems can be found in the gypsum association s ga600, fire resistance design manual.
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. It contains sections on partitions, exterior walls, floors. The gypsum association fire resistance design manualis. This practice often has lead to misunderstanding about the degree of finishing sophistication required for any particular job. A notforprofit trade association founded in 1930, promoting the use of gypsum while advancing the development, growth, and general welfare of the gypsum. Fire resistance design manual, ga600, 21st edition 12. 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.
To maintain industrywide quality assurance standards for gypsum panels defined in this manual as type x, the gypsum association requires. 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. Terminology the following definitions are applicable to this document. 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. 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. Certainteed gypsum canada gypsum board products are manufactured to meet or exceed the.
Gypsum association a notforprofit trade association founded in. The gypsum association has revised its ga216 application and finishing of gypsum panel products technical document. National gypsum company, drywall, cement board, gypsum. Gypsum board is manufactured with a type x core to achieve fire resistance ratings when used in recommended systems. And over the last 50 years, the manual has become the standard industry. 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.
The 20th edition of the gypsum association s flagship publication depicts over 600 systems that may be used for. 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. 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. The gypsum association fire resistance design manual is referenced by the following code and standards writing organizations. National gypsum is a leading manufacturer and supplier of gypsum board and drywall products. Since 1965, georgiapacific gypsum has been committed to developing the highest quality gypsum building products in the industry. 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. Gypsum fire resistance design manual, 21st edition gypsum association, gypsum on. Repair of gypsum board joint ridging ga221 repairing nail or screw pops ga222 gypsum panel products types, uses, sizes, and standards ga223. Such areas include but are not limited to saunas, steam rooms, gang shower rooms, and indoor pools. 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. Jul 22, 2015 the gypsum association ga announced the release of the 21st edition of the fire resistance design manual ga6002015. 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. The gypsum construction handbook, 7th edition, was published in march 2014.
B floorsceilings 2444 steelframed, including steel bar joist framing, steel cjoist framing, and steel. Based on tests at underwriters laboratories of canada, underwriters laboratories inc. Improved formulation exceeds astm requirements for type x gypsum board. Gypsum association releases fire resistance design manual 2015 edition. Prefill any gap with joint compound and allow to dry or prefill with setting compound and allow to set. Gypsum association releases twentysecond edition of manual. Be sure panels are properly supported prior to scoring.
Gypsum association releases fire resistance design manual. Additionally, each member company makes annual written certification. Sheetrock brand gypsum panels, firecode c core available in 12. 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. The gypsum association ga announced the release of the 21st edition of the fire resistance design manual ga6002015. How to install and finish sheetrock brand gypsum panels new for pg 9. The gypsum association ga is pleased to announce the release of. Information, standards, products, product names, properties, application methods, procedures, etc. This gypsum board finishing process occurs above the plane of the gypsum board. Our gypsum association publications are in the adobe pdf format. 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. Gypsum lath base for gypsum plaster c28 c96 astm c841 11. 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.
B floorsceilings 2444 steelframed, including steel bar joist framing, steel cjoist framing, and steel truss. Except where otherwise noted in this report, any of the. 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. You will need acrobat reader to view these documents. The ga21410 document is intended to assist specification writers and architects to more precisely describe. Includes gypsum base and veneer finishes, gypsum drywall, cement board and conventional lath and plaster. It is not possible to achieve a finish surface that is a flat plane. 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. 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.
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