EN 14246:2006
(Main)Gypsum elements for suspended ceilings - Definitions, requirements and test methods
Gypsum elements for suspended ceilings - Definitions, requirements and test methods
This European Standard specifies the characteristics and performance of factory made cast gypsum elements, for which the main intended uses are the construction of suspended ceilings under universal substrates.
It covers the following product performance characteristics: reaction to fire, water vapour permeability, flexural strength (expressed as breaking load) and thermal resistance (expressed as thermal conductivity).
The following performance characteristics are linked to systems assembled with gypsum elements for suspended ceilings: fire resistance, direct airborne sound insulation and acoustic absorption, which can be measured according to the corresponding European test methods. If required, tests should be done on assembled system simulating the end use conditions.
This European Standard describes the reference tests for technical specifications.
This European Standard also covers additional technical characteristics that are of importance for the use and the acceptance of the product by the construction industry and the reference tests for these characteristics.
It provides for the evaluation of conformity of the product to this European Standard.
This European Standard does not cover metal ceiling grids or plasterboard products.
This European Standard excludes stiffening timber roof truss structure applications.
Gipselemente für Unterdecken (abgehängte Decken) - Begriffe, Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Merkmale und Leistungen von werkmäßig formgegossenen Gipselementen fest, deren Haupt-Anwendungsbereich der Einbau in abgehängte Unterdecken unter üblichen Deckenkonstruktionen ist.
Sie behandelt die folgenden Leistungsmerkmale: Brandverhalten, Wasserdampfdurchlässigkeit, Biegezugfestigkeit (ausgedrückt als Biegebruchlast) und Wärmedurchlasswiderstand (ausgedrückt als Wärmeleitfähigkeit).
Die folgenden Leistungsmerkmale beziehen sich auf Systeme, die mit Gipselementen für Unterdecken hergestellt sind: Feuerwiderstand, Luftschalldämmung, Schallabsorption, die nach den entsprechenden europäischen Prüfverfahren gemessen werden können. Falls erforderlich, sollten die Prüfungen an zusammengebauten Systemen durchgeführt werden, die den Gebrauchszustand simulieren.
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Referenz-Prüfverfahren für die technischen Spezifikationen fest.
Diese Europäische Norm behandelt darüber hinaus zusätzliche technische Eigenschaften, die für die Anwendung und Akzeptanz der Produkte durch die Bauwirtschaft wichtig sind, sowie die Referenzprüfverfahren für diese Eigenschaften.
Sie dient der Bewertung der Konformität der Produkte mit der vorliegenden Norm.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für Metall-Rasterdecken oder Gipsplattenprodukte.
Diese Europäische Norm schließt Anwendungen unter aussteifenden Holzdachbindern aus.
Eléments en plâtre pour plafonds suspendus - Définitions, spécifications et méthodes d'essai
La présente Norme européenne définit les caractéristiques et les performances des éléments en plâtre fabriqués en usine et destinés principalement à réaliser des plafonds suspendus sous des substrats universels.
Elle couvre les caractéristiques de performance suivantes : la réaction au feu, la perméabilité à la vapeur d’eau, la résistance à la flexion (exprimée en terme de charge de rupture) et la résistance thermique (exprimée en terme de conductibilité thermique).
Les caractéristiques de performance suivantes sont liées aux systèmes assemblés à l’aide d’éléments en plâtre pour plafonds suspendus : la résistance au feu, l’isolation acoustique contre les bruits aériens directs et l’absorption acoustique à mesurer conformément aux méthodes d’essai européennes correspondantes. Si nécessaire, il convient de soumettre à essai le système assemblé en simulant les conditions d’utilisation finale.
La présente Norme européenne décrit les essais de référence de ces spécifications techniques.
Elle couvre également les caractéristiques techniques supplémentaires qui sont importantes en vue l’utilisation et de l’acceptation du produit par l’industrie du bâtiment ainsi que les essais de référence de ces caractéristiques.
La présente Norme européenne prévoit l’évaluation de la conformité des produits à la présente norme.
Elle ne couvre pas les ossatures métalliques pour plafonds ni les plaques de plâtre.
En sont également exclues les applications destinées au raidissement des fermes de charpentes en bois.
Mavčni elementi za viseče strope – Definicije, zahteve in preskusne metode
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 06-Jun-2006
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Mar-2008
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 241 - Gypsum and gypsum based products
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 241/WG 1 - Powders
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Sep-2018
- Completion Date
- 02-Sep-2018
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Corrected By
EN 14246:2006/AC:2007 - Gypsum elements for suspended ceilings - Definitions, requirements and test methods - Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 14246:2006 is a CEN (European Committee for Standardization) standard that specifies definitions, requirements and test methods for factory‑made cast gypsum elements for suspended ceilings. It applies to gypsum units and tiles intended for interior suspended ceiling systems under universal substrates and sets reference tests, performance criteria and conformity evaluation procedures for manufacturers and specifiers.
Key scope points:
- Covers reaction to fire, water vapour permeability, flexural strength (breaking load) and thermal resistance (thermal conductivity).
- Addresses system‑level characteristics linked to assembled ceilings: fire resistance, direct airborne sound insulation and acoustic absorption (measured per the relevant European test methods).
- Excludes metal ceiling grids, plasterboard products and stiffening timber roof truss applications.
Key Topics and Requirements
- Reaction to fire: Gypsum elements with <1% organic content by weight/volume can be classified A.1 (no contribution to fire) without testing; otherwise tested per EN 13501‑1. System fire resistance is assessed per EN 13501‑2.
- Flexural strength: Reference flexural breaking loads when tested per the standard - tiles: 6 kg; units: 4 kg - to ensure handling and in‑service resistance.
- Thermal properties: Design values of thermal conductivity are provided (dependent on gross dry density); the standard lists tabulated λ values for densities typically used in gypsum plaster products.
- Water vapour permeability: Water vapour resistance factor guidance is provided; EN 12524 values may be used for moisture diffusion design.
- Acoustic properties: Direct airborne sound insulation and absorption are system‑dependent; measurement methods referenced include EN ISO 140‑3, EN ISO 354 and rating methods EN ISO 717‑1.
- Additional characteristics: Appearance, dimensions and tolerances, squareness, flatness, mass per unit area, moisture content and pH, plus requirements on regulated substances.
- Testing & conformity: Sampling, specimen preparation and test procedures are detailed (Clause 6); conformity assessment, type testing and Factory Production Control (FPC) requirements are included, with guidance on CE marking in Annex ZA.
Applications and Who Uses It
EN 14246:2006 is used by:
- Gypsum product manufacturers for product development, factory production control and CE marking.
- Specifiers and architects to select gypsum ceiling elements meeting fire, thermal and acoustic performance targets.
- Acoustic and fire engineers to assess system‑level properties when combined with grids and building structures.
- Test laboratories and notified bodies performing reference tests and conformity assessment.
- Contractors and procurement teams for acceptance criteria, dimensions, handling and installation checks.
Practical uses include product datasheets, tender specifications, performance declarations, and verifying compliance with EU Construction Products requirements.
Related Standards (if applicable)
- EN 13501‑1 / EN 13501‑2 (fire classification)
- EN ISO 140‑3, EN ISO 354, EN ISO 717‑1 (acoustics)
- EN 12524 (thermal and moisture properties)
- EN 13964 (suspended ceiling systems - grids) - noted as related but EN 14246 does not cover metal grids directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 14246:2006 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Gypsum elements for suspended ceilings - Definitions, requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics and performance of factory made cast gypsum elements, for which the main intended uses are the construction of suspended ceilings under universal substrates. It covers the following product performance characteristics: reaction to fire, water vapour permeability, flexural strength (expressed as breaking load) and thermal resistance (expressed as thermal conductivity). The following performance characteristics are linked to systems assembled with gypsum elements for suspended ceilings: fire resistance, direct airborne sound insulation and acoustic absorption, which can be measured according to the corresponding European test methods. If required, tests should be done on assembled system simulating the end use conditions. This European Standard describes the reference tests for technical specifications. This European Standard also covers additional technical characteristics that are of importance for the use and the acceptance of the product by the construction industry and the reference tests for these characteristics. It provides for the evaluation of conformity of the product to this European Standard. This European Standard does not cover metal ceiling grids or plasterboard products. This European Standard excludes stiffening timber roof truss structure applications.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics and performance of factory made cast gypsum elements, for which the main intended uses are the construction of suspended ceilings under universal substrates. It covers the following product performance characteristics: reaction to fire, water vapour permeability, flexural strength (expressed as breaking load) and thermal resistance (expressed as thermal conductivity). The following performance characteristics are linked to systems assembled with gypsum elements for suspended ceilings: fire resistance, direct airborne sound insulation and acoustic absorption, which can be measured according to the corresponding European test methods. If required, tests should be done on assembled system simulating the end use conditions. This European Standard describes the reference tests for technical specifications. This European Standard also covers additional technical characteristics that are of importance for the use and the acceptance of the product by the construction industry and the reference tests for these characteristics. It provides for the evaluation of conformity of the product to this European Standard. This European Standard does not cover metal ceiling grids or plasterboard products. This European Standard excludes stiffening timber roof truss structure applications.
EN 14246:2006 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.10 - Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 14246:2006 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 14246:2006/AC:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 14246:2006 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/106, M/121. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Gypsum elements for suspended ceilings - Definitions, requirements and test methodsEléments en plâtre pour plafonds suspendus - Définitions, spécifications et méthodes d'essaiGipselemente für Unterdecken (abgehängte Decken) - Begriffe, Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14246:2006SIST EN 14246:2006en91.100.10Cement. Mavec. Apno. MaltaCement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar91.060.30Stropi. Tla. StopniceCeilings. Floors. StairsICS:SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 14246:200601-september-2006
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14246June 2006ICS 91.100.10 English VersionGypsum elements for suspended ceilings - Definitions,requirements and test methodsEléments en plâtre pour plafonds suspendus - Définitions,spécifications et méthodes d'essaiGipselemente für Unterdecken (abgehängte Decken) -Begriffe, Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 10 May 2006.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2006 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 14246:2006: E
Sampling procedure for testing.27 A.1 General.27 A.2 Sampling procedure.27
Clauses of this European Standard addressing provisions of EU Construction Products Directive.29 ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics.29 ZA.2 Attestation and declaration of conformity of gypsum elements for suspended ceilings.31 ZA.3 CE Marking and labelling.33 Bibliography.35
Diagram 1 — Family of gypsum products
minimum thickness on the edge: distance between the back and the surface of bearing. 4 Types of gypsum ceiling elements for suspended ceilings 4.1 General Two general kinds of gypsum elements for suspended ceilings are defined: 4.2 Gypsum units 4.2.1 General Rectangular gypsum elements with a flat and smooth face used to make a flat and continuous ceiling. Two types are defined: 4.2.2 Traditional unit Unit with four straight edges. It may be available with bevelled edges (see Figure 1). These units always incorporate integral hangers. NOTE Edges can be square or bevelled.
Figure 2 — Ceiling unit (with rebated edges) 4.3 Gypsum tiles 4.3.1 General Gypsum elements square or rectangular, the surface of which may be plain, patterned or textured. The surface may be perforated to improve sound absorption properties. Perforated tiles may be backed with a protected mineral fibre mat. These tiles are used on metallic grids fixed to the substructure. Following types are defined according with the edges and profiles: 4.3.2 Square edge, type A: exposed grid (see Figure 3).
Figure 3 — Square edge tiles 4.3.3 Rebated, bevelled edge, type B: semi-concealed grid (see Figure 4).
Figure 4 — Rebated, bevelled edge tiles 4.3.4 Kerfed, rebated edge, type C: concealed grid (see Figure 5).
Figure 5 — Kerfed, rebated edge tiles 5 Requirements 5.1 Fire behaviour 5.1.1 Reaction to fire When the intended use of gypsum ceiling elements for suspended ceilings is for exposed situations in building construction work, gypsum ceiling elements are classified A.1 (no contribution to fire) without testing when they content less than 1 % by weight or volume (whichever is the more onerous) of organic material.
Volume is calculated from length, width and thickness determined in 6.5. 5.6 Regulated substances Materials used in products shall not release any dangerous substances in excess of the maximum permitted levels specified in a relevant document for the material or permitted in the national regulations of the member state of destination. 5.7 Appearance The face of gypsum ceiling elements shall be free from visible surface imperfections such as cavities, stains and efflorescences. 5.8 Dimensions and tolerances Gypsum ceiling elements for suspended ceilings dimensions shall be determined by their length, width and thickness(s) and shall be declared by the producer as nominal dimensions. Tables 2 and 3 give the common dimensions and tolerances for gypsum ceilings units and gypsum tiles according to their type and the edge profiles, when determined in accordance with 6.5. Dimensions of each specimen (as defined in 6.1) shall be within the tolerances given in Tables 2 and 3. Table 2 — Gypsum ceiling units - Dimensions and tolerances Gypsum ceiling units Preferred nominal dimensions
Tolerance
mm mm Length 1 000 to 1 500 ± 3 Width 600 to 1 000 ± 3 Total thickness 12 - 15 or 20 ± 2
Tolerance Dimensions Tolerance Dimensions Tolerance Length
600 or 1 200 ± 2 600 or 1 200 ± 2 600 ± 2 Width
600 ± 2 600 ± 2 600 ± 2 Total thickness
15 ± 2 22 ± 2 30 ± 2 Minimum thickness (on the edge) 8 8 8 NOTE Dimensions of gypsum ceiling tiles should conform to dimensions of metallic grids defined by EN 13964. 5.9 Squareness The deviation from the squareness of the gypsum ceiling elements when determined in accordance with 6.6 shall be less than 1 mm on any side. 5.10 Flatness (not for tiles with decorative face) The deviation from the horizontal face when tested in accordance with 6.7 shall not be greater than 1 mm in 1 000 mm length on the diagonal. 5.11 Mass per unit of surface and tolerance The producer declares the mass per unit of surface (mass per square meter) of his gypsum ceiling element. When determined in accordance with 6.8, the mean mass per unit of surface of the gypsum ceilings elements shall not deviate by more than 5 % from the declared value. 5.12 Moisture content The mean moisture content of the gypsum elements for suspended ceilings shall be measured at the time of the departure from the plant. When sampled in accordance with 6.1 and tested in accordance with 6.9, the mean moisture content shall not exceed 6 %, with no individual value exceeding 8 %. 5.13 pH When sampled in accordance with 6.1 and tested in accordance with 6.10 the surface pH of each gypsum element shall be between 6,5 and 10,5.
1) Constant mass is defined as two successive weightings 24 h apart differing by less than 0,1 %.
Loading roller Spacing of supports
kg mm Tile with exposed grid (width of the profile:24mm) 6
576 a Tile with semi-concealed grid (width of the profile15 mm) 6
585 a Tile with concealed grid (width of the profile 15 mm) 6 585 a
1 176 Units b 4
976 a For tiles the spacing of supports: length or width of the tile minus width of the profile: e.g.: 600-15=585. b For units the spacing of the supports: length (1 200 or 1 000 ) minus 24. When units have tongues and grooves, spacing support will be calculated without tongues and groves.
Figure 6 — Determination of flexural strength
6.3.4 Expression of results The gypsum ceiling element complies with, if it supports the load without breaking or cracking.
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記事タイトル：EN 14246:2006 - サスペンデッド天井用石膏要素 - 定義、要件、および試験方法 記事内容：このヨーロッパ規格は、主な使用目的がユニバーサルな基材の下にサスペンデッド天井を建設するために使用される、工場製の鋳造石膏要素の特性と性能を規定しています。 この規格は、次の製品性能特性をカバーしています：耐火性、水蒸気透過性、曲げ強度（破壊荷重として表される）および熱抵抗（熱伝導率として表される）。 サスペンデッド天井に使用される石膏要素で組み立てられたシステムに関連する性能特性も含まれており、これらは対応するヨーロッパの試験方法に従って測定することができます。必要に応じて、最終使用条件を模倣した組み立てシステムでテストを実施する必要があります。 このヨーロッパ規格は、技術仕様の基準テストについて説明しています。 また、この規格は、建築業界における製品の使用と受け入れに重要な追加技術特性にも対応しており、これらの特性の基準テストもカバーしています。 本規格に対する製品の適合性の評価を提供します。 このヨーロッパ規格は、金属天井枠やプラスターボード製品には対応しておらず、さらに、木造屋根トラス構造への適用も除外しています。
기사 제목: EN 14246:2006 - 서스펜디드 천장용 석고 요소 - 정의, 요구 사항 및 시험 방법 기사 내용: 이 유럽 표준은 주로 범용 기반체 아래에 서스펜디드 천장을 건설하기 위해 사용되는 공장 제작 석고 요소의 특성과 성능을 명시합니다. 이 표준은 다음 제품 성능 특성을 다룹니다: 화재 반응, 수증기 투과성, 유연 강도 (파단 하중으로 표현) 및 열 저항 (열 전도율로 표현). 서스펜디드 천장을 위해 석고 요소로 구성된 시스템과 관련된 다음 성능 특성은 해당 유럽 테스트 방법에 따라 측정할 수 있습니다: 화재 저항, 직접 공기 중 소음 차단 및 음향 흡수. 필요한 경우, 테스트는 최종 사용 조건을 모사하는 조립된 시스템에서 수행되어야 합니다. 이 유럽 표준은 기술 규정에 대한 참조 시험을 묘사합니다. 이 유럽 표준은 건설 산업과 사용자의 제품 수용과 사용을 위해 중요한 추가 기술 특성에도 적용됩니다. 또한 이러한 특성에 대한 참조 시험도 포함됩니다. 제품의 이 유럽 표준에 대한 준수 평가를 위한 조건을 제공합니다. 이 유럽 표준은 금속 천장 격자나 석고보드 제품을 다루지 않습니다. 또한 이 유럽 표준은 강철 골조 구조 응용을 제외합니다.
The article discusses the specifications and requirements for gypsum elements used in suspended ceilings. EN 14246:2006 is a European Standard that defines the characteristics and performance of factory-made cast gypsum elements, primarily used for constructing suspended ceilings. The standard covers various product performance characteristics such as reaction to fire, water vapor permeability, flexural strength, and thermal resistance. Additionally, it includes performance characteristics related to systems assembled with gypsum elements, such as fire resistance, sound insulation, and acoustic absorption. Tests should be conducted on assembled systems to simulate their end-use conditions. The standard also outlines reference tests for technical specifications and covers additional technical characteristics that are important for the construction industry's acceptance and use of these products. It provides a means for evaluating the conformity of the product to the standard. However, it does not cover metal ceiling grids, plasterboard products, or applications involving stiffening timber roof truss structures.
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