FprEN 15303-1

Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames - Part 1: General principles of design

This European Standard provides recommendations for the design of gypsum plasterboard constructions as well as requirements for the application of the plasterboard, to meet the performance requirements of the completed works. The products described are covered by harmonised technical specifications.
Recommendations on the installation of plasterboard as wall lining partitions and ceilings are given in parts 2 to 10.

Planung und Ausführung von Gipsplattensystemen auf Unterkonstruktionen - Teil 1: Allgemeine Planungsgrundlagen

Diese Europäische Norm enthält Empfehlungen hinsichtlich der Planung von Gipsplatten-Konstruktionen
sowie Anforderungen an die Verarbeitung der Gipsplatten, um die Leistungsanforderungen an die
abgeschlossenen Arbeiten zu erfüllen. Die beschriebenen Produkte werden von harmonisierten technischen
Spezifikationen abgedeckt.
Empfehlungen hinsichtlich der Montage von Gipsplatten als Wandbekleidungen, Trennwände und Unterdecken
sind in den Teilen 2 bis 10 gegeben.

Conception et mise en œuvre d'ouvrages en plaques de plâtre sur ossatures - Partie 1: Principes généraux de conception

La présente Norme européenne fournit des recommandations pour la conception des ouvrages en plaques de plâtre, ainsi que des exigences pour la mise en œuvre de ces plaques, afin de satisfaire aux exigences de performance des ouvrages finis. Les produits décrits sont couverts par des spécifications techniques harmonisées.
Les Parties 2 à 10 fournissent des recommandations sur la mise en œuvre des plaques de plâtre en doublages de murs, cloisons et plafonds.

Projektiranje in uporaba mavčnih plošč na okvirjih - 1. del: Splošna načela za projektiranje

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Publication Date: 30-Jan-2011
• ICS: 91.100.10 - Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 241 - Gypsum and gypsum based products
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 241/WG 4 - Application for dry lining and partitioning using gypsum
• Current Stage: 5098 - Decision to abandon - Formal Approval
• Start Date: 25-Jul-2011
• Completion Date: 25-Jul-2011
• Directive: 89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Ref Project: kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010 - Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames - Part 1: General principles of design

Overview

FprEN 15303-1, "Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames - Part 1: General principles of design" (CEN), sets out the general design principles and application requirements for gypsum plasterboard constructions mounted on frames. The standard provides recommendations to achieve the required performance of completed works (fire protection, acoustic and thermal insulation, mechanical resistance, durability, moisture and vapour control). It complements harmonised product specifications and is part of a multi-part series that gives installation guidance for partitions, wall linings, ceilings and shaftwalls. The document supports the essential requirements of EU construction legislation and is intended for use by design and construction professionals across Europe.

Key Topics

• Scope and purpose
  • Recommendations for design and application of plasterboard on frames to meet performance requirements.
• Normative references
  • References include standards such as EN 12664 (thermal testing) and EN 14195 (metal framing components).
• Definitions and terminology
  • Clear definitions for terms like plasterboard, vapour control boards, plasterboard systems, etc.
• Design considerations
  • Fire protection: reaction to fire, fire resistance, cavity barriers, fire stopping and smoke control.
  • Acoustic performance: sound insulation, sealing of joints, and routes of sound transmission.
  • Thermal insulation: selection and integration of insulation materials and detailing.
  • Mechanical resistance & stability: load-bearing considerations, racking strength and fixings.
  • Durability, moisture & vapour control: material selection, detailing for humidity and water vapour.
  • Maintenance & reparability, protection against damage in use, hygiene and finishes.
  • Services & compatibility: coordination with services (pipes, wiring), junctions and tolerances.
• Site works & acceptance
  • Planning, storage, scaffolding, protection of works, acceptance criteria and inspection lighting conditions.

Applications and Users

Who uses FprEN 15303-1:

• Architects and building designers specifying interior linings and partitions
• Structural and fire engineers assessing performance requirements
• Plasterboard manufacturers and system designers
• Installers, contractors and site supervisors executing framed plasterboard systems
• Building inspectors and compliance officers verifying conformity with performance criteria

Practical applications:

• Designing non-loadbearing and loadbearing partitions, wall linings and ceilings
• Selecting gypsum board types (standard, moisture-resistant, vapour-control) and compatible metal or timber framing
• Detailing fire-stopping, acoustic seals, and service penetrations to meet regulatory performance

Related Standards

• EN 12664 - Thermal performance test methods
• EN 14195 - Metal framing components for gypsum systems
• CEN/TR 15303-2 to 15303-10 - Part-specific guidance (non‑loadbearing/loadbearing partitions, wall linings, ceilings, shaftwalls)

FprEN 15303-1 is a foundational design reference for achieving reliable fire, acoustic and thermal performance in plasterboard systems on frames.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.SURMHNWLUDQMHPlannung und Ausführung von Gipsplattenkonstruktionen auf Unterkonstruktion - Teil 1: GeneralConception et mise en œuvre d'ouvrages en plaques de plâtre sur ossatures - Partie 1: Principes généraux de conceptionDesign and application of plasterboard systems on frames - Part 1: General principles of design91.100.10Cement. Mavec. Apno. MaltaCement. Gypsum. Lime. MortarICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:FprEN 15303-1kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010en,fr,de01-julij-2010kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FINAL DRAFT
May 2010 ICS 91.100.10 English Version
Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames - Part 1: General principles of design
Conception et mise en œuvre d'ouvrages en plaques de plâtre sur ossatures - Partie 1: Principes généraux de conception
Plannung und Ausführung von Gipsplattenkonstruktionen auf Unterkonstruktion - Teil 1: General This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 241.
If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
This draft European Standard was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, 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.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive 89/106/EEC. This standard is one of a series of documents for construction products based on gypsum and their intended uses:  EN 15303-1, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 1: General principles of design  CEN/TR 15303-2, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 2: Nonload bearing metal frame partitions  CEN/TR 15303-3, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 3: Nonload bearing timber frame partitions  CEN/TR 15303-4, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 4: Loadbearing metal frame partitions  CEN/TR 15303-5, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 5: Loadbearing timber frame partitions  CEN/TR 15303-6, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 6: Metal frame wall linings  CEN/TR 15303-7, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 7: Timber frame wall linings  CEN/TR 15303-8, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 8: Non loadbearing metal frame ceilings  CEN/TR 15303-9, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 9: Non loadbearing timber frame ceilings  CEN/TR 15303-10, Design and application of plasterboard systems on frames — Part 10: Non loadbearing shaftwall systems It has been assumed in the drafting of this standard that the application of its provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced people, for whose guidance it has been prepared. kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010

Following the recommendations for the design and installation given in this European Standard will enable expected performances to be achieved for plasterboard constructions. kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010

Determination of thermal resistance by means of guarded hot plate and heat flow meter methods
Dry and moist products of medium and low thermal resistance EN 14195, Metal framing components for gypsum plasterboard systems
Definitions, requirements and test methods
3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. 3.1 lining dry covering to any internal building surface 3.2 plasterboard dry lining lining constructed of gypsum plasterboard 3.3 plasterboard seamless finish plasterboard construction that incorporates plasterboard seamless joints 3.4 plasterboard cornice preformed paper covered gypsum section with profiled face supported by shoulders 3.5 vapour control gypsum plasterboard according to EN 14190 gypsum plasterboard composite that incorporates a film of low water vapour permeability 3.6 plasterboard systems part of the work made up of components (stud, plasterboard, jointing, screws, etc.) and assembled on site kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010

Function or property
Points to be considered Partitions Wall Linings Ceilings Duct & Shaft Separation Layout of linings or partitions.•
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Strength and stiffness Ability to support fixtures, e.g.cupboards, basins, services, etc. Resistance to impacts from objects, door slamming and occupants. Resistance to wind pressure. Strength of the fixings to the supporting structure. •
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Durability Selection of materials.
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Security Resistance to intrusion.•
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Figure 1 — Possible routes of sound transmission in a building When tested in laboratory conditions, systems will contain no perforations and will be suitably protected against sound transmitted through the surrounding structure. Tests are carried out over a controlled range of frequencies designed to give a good indication of the overall capability of the system in resisting the passage of airborne sound. When the same systems are constructed on site, even with high quality workmanship, it is not possible to perfectly re-create these conditions and their levels of performance may be reduced. In addition to this systems are commonly punctured with holes for the provision of services which again may affect performance. The designer shall consider this when selecting a system from published data. Where sound insulation is an important consideration the system selected shall have a higher rating to allow for this potential drop in performance when constructed on site. In applications where high sound insulation is required and where other onerous conditions may apply (e.g. machinery noise), consideration shall also be given to the performance of the system at lower frequencies. In all cases efforts shall be made to minimise possible "flanking" paths, where direct sound transmission through structural elements may reduce the overall performance of the system. 4.3.3 Thermal insulation Gypsum plasterboard can be used in conjunction with thermal insulating materials to construct energy saving systems. The low thermal capacity of plasterboard systems allows for quick response temperature control. Gypsum plasterboard can be applied to conceal and protect the insulation fixed between framing members to walls, floors and roofs. Care shall be taken in the selection and position of insulating materials, taking into account the amount of heating to be provided, the provision of adequate ventilation and the permeability of the structure and its components. Every effort shall be made to avoid cold bridging. See EN 12664 for methods of calculating thermal transmittance values. Thermal transmittance is not normally an important property of a partition. However there are situations where this property shall be considered. kSIST FprEN 15303-1:2010
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