SS003 - Drywall Partitions

PROJECT IGNITE SS3/1
FEB 2023 ISSUED FOR 100% DELIVERABLES SECTION 3 - SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF DRYWALL PARTITIONS
SECTION 3
3.0 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF DRYWALL PARTITIONS
3.1 GENERAL
Whenever a material, item, article or product is specified by trade/brand name,

manufacturer’s name or catalogue reference, the Contractor may propose to use its
equivalent in the Works, subject to the written confirmation of the Architect.
The partitions shall generally be 150mm thick cavity type drywall partitions and shall
be constructed full height from floor level up soffit of the concrete slab above or to
200mm above suspended ceiling unless otherwise stated. The partitions shall be
installed on 100mm (H) concrete dike depth aligning with proposed partition depths
as included in details particularly to all ground structures and/ or adjacent to internal
space which potentially exposed to water ingress or moisture from floor slabs.
The construction of the partitions shall be made up of galvanised mild steel vertical
and horizontal studs spaces internally at 600mm centres erected on steel floor
tracks with 13mm gypsum plaster boards cladding on both faces of the partition.
The bottom track is made up of a steel floor tract and vinyl coving skirting.
The applied finish on the exposed surfaces of the gypsum plaster board shall be
selected and approved by the Architect and the Architect reserves the right to use
on or combination of the finishes at the rates priced for.
The internal hollow core of the partitions shall be filled up with min. 50mm thick
rockwool for 100mm thick partition or 75mm thick for 150mm thick partition as
described in the drawing.
The Contractor shall also guarantee that the demountable partition system including
doors shall achieve a sound absorption factor of at least 50 decibels.
Demountable partition shall be pre-fabricated, quickly assembled on site and non-

structural with components salvageable for relocation according to the degree of
adaptability.
The partition shall incorporate skirting, trim, fixing clip cover and adjusting pieces
and includes the provision for jointing to the floor, ceiling, column or other walls and
to form door openings complete with solid timber door jambs, etc.
The Contractor must apply the relevant test certificate to substantiate that the
partition is non-combustible or other requirements as specified in this document.
The Contractor must provide ten (10) years of indemnity to the dry wall partitions
against defects, defects in installation and any related components.
COPYRIGHT BY M/S AWP PTE LTD. THIS SPECIFICATION IS THE PROPERTY OF M/S AWP PTE LTD AND CANNOT BE COPIED, REPRODUCED PARTLY OR
WHOLLY WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF M/S AWP PTE LTD.
All drywall partitions (100%), by cost and surface area shall meet the general
emission evaluation or inherently non-emitting source criteria as required for the
LEED Gold rating. Documents must be provided to support the claim.
For at least 90% of the regularly occupied floor area, meet or exceed the thresholds
for area-weighted average surface reflectance i.e. 65% for walls.
3.2 STANDARDS
Unless otherwise agreed by Architect, ensure all of the works comply with the
relevant requirements of the Standards and Codes listed below or referenced in the
body of the Specification. Alternative Standards and Codes may be submitted to the
Architect provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative Standards and Codes
comply with the requirements of the standards specified. All standards and Codes
quoted are the current version, unless specific year references are noted.
Singapore Standards
SS CP 1 The use of timber in building construction
SS 72 Treatment of timber and plywood with copper / chrome / arsenic /

wood preservative
Other Standards
BS EN 10143 Specification for continuously hot-dip, metal coated steel sheet

and strip
BS 1230: Part 1 Specification for plasterboard excluding materials submitted to

secondary operation
BS 5234: 1 & 2 Partitions (including matching linings)
BS 5588 Fire precautions in design construction and use of buildings.

Code of practice for shops, offices, industrial and storage
BS 7364 Galvanised steel studs and channels for stud and sheet
partitions and linings using screw fixed plasterboard
BS 8212 Code of practice for dry lining and partitioning using gypsum
plasterboard
AS 1604 Specification for preservative treatment-sawn and round timber
AS/NZS 2589 Gypsum Linings – Application and Finishing
AS/NZS 2588 Gypsum Plasterboard
AS/NZS 2908.2 Cellulose-Cement Products Part 2: Flat sheets
AS/NZS 1866 Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Extruded rod, bar, solid and
hollow shapes
AS/NZS 4600 Cold-formed steel structures
And the following ASSOCIATED AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS (not specifically

mentioned in the following text).
AS/NZS 2208 Safety Glazing Materials In Buildings
AS/NZS ISO 717.1 Acoustics - Rating of sound insulation in buildings and of building
elements Airborne sound insulation
AS 5637.1 Determination of fire hazard properties Wall and ceiling linings
AS 1530.4 Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and

structures Fire-resistance tests for elements of construction
3.3 DEFINITIONS
3.3.1 High Purity Synthetic Gypsum (HPSG) Board Construction Terminology
High purity synthetic gypsum (HPSG) is fire resistant and moisture resistant
plasterboard consists of gypsum plaster core with vermiculite, fibre glass, silicon and
fly ash additives. Heavy impact board shall be 100% asbestos free, fire reinforced
boards having a density of not less than 925 kg/m3 and approved by Fire Safety
Bureau to be non-combustible/limited combustibility in accordance with the British
Standard 476 Part 22:1987.
The construction of the drywall solid partition shall be tested in accordance with BS
476.
3.4 ASSEMBLY PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
3.4.1 Sound Transmission Characteristics
Unless otherwise stated, all drywall assemblies to achieve minimum acoustic of

STC50. For drywall assemblies with STC ratings, provide materials and construction
identical to those of assemblies whose STC ratings were determined according to
ASTM-E90 and classified according to ASTM-E413 by a qualified independent
testing agency.
For Conference Rooms & Meeting Rooms: STC shall achieve minimum acoustic
of STC53 on all walls incl. walls adjoining private offices and/ or any other room
space for teleconference/ meeting room use.
For Genset Rooms & enclosure: STC shall achieve minimum acoustic of STC64
on all walls incl. walls adjoining Genset Rooms and/ or any other room space.
3.4.2 Thermal Properties
All drywall shall achieve:
• Thermal conductivity of 0.167W/mk;
• Thermal resistance (R) Value of 0.118m2K/W.
3.4.3 P.E. Endorsement
For fire-rated partitions, Endorsement by the Installers PE is required for special

building materials.
3.4.4 Test Reference
BS 1230 Part 1 : 1985 (Type 4)

Breaking Strength:
Transverse 734 N
Longitudinal 857 N
Surface Water Resistance 100g/m2
Average Water Absorption 2.6%
a) ASTM C1185
- Determination of Moisture Content 13.8%

- Determination of Moisture Movement 0.03%
b) BS EN 1373
- Shear Strength 0.39N/mm2
c) ASTM C109
- Compressive Strength 18.9N/mm2
3.5 DRYWALL PARTITION
a) General
All drywall partitions shall be approved screw stud abuse-resistant gypsum

demountable drywall partition system, tested to BS5234 Part 2: 1992, Strength &
Robustness Test.
b) One-Hour (1-hour) Fire-rated Drywall Partition System:
Alternate 1: One-hour fire-rated Abuse Resistant drywall system shall be Knauf

FireShield® Drywall Partition system or approved equivalent.
One (1) layer of 15mm thick fire-rated gypsum fiber panel clad on both sides of
75mm studs system or double 50mm studs system to form an overall wall
thickness of approximately 105-135mm (without wall finishes). Min. acoustic of
STC50 shall be achieved without insulation. Cavity shall be filled with specified
rockwool insulation for enhanced STC for full drywall system.
Alternate 2: One-hour fire-rated drywall system shall be Gyproc FireWall® Drywall

Partition system or approved equivalent.
Gyproc FireWall® 106mm comprising of single layer Gyproc FireLine® 15mm laid
staggered to opposite layer and screw-fixed at max. 300mm centres to both sides
of framing system formed by GypFrame® C-Stud 74mm (BMT=0.55mm,
Zincalume Steel) spaced at nominal 610mm centres and GypFrame® U-Track
76mm (BMT=0.55mm, Zincalume Steel); all joints are reinforced with Gyproc
Paper Tape and finished with ProTop® All Purpose Ready Mixed Joint Compound
for a seamless surface.
Overall wall system thickness formed of approximately min. 106mm (without wall
finishes).
Min. acoustic of STC50 shall be achieved without insulation. Cavity shall be filled
with specified rockwool insulation for enhanced STC for full drywall system. All
gaps to be back-filled with Gyproc ProTop® Joint Compound, optionally it may be
sealed with fire rated sealant. Boards must be staggered and installed as per
specialist’s recommendation details.
General: Alternative drywall system & built-ups may be submitted to the Architect
provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative proposal complies with the
requirements of the standards specified as well as relevant local authority Fire
Code requirements and FM Global Standards.
c) Two-Hour (2-hour) Fire-rated Drywall Partition System:
Alternate 1: Two-hour fire-rated Abuse Resistant drywall system shall be Knauf

FireShield® Drywall Partition system or approved equivalent.
Two (2) layers of 12mm thick fire-rated gypsum FireShield on clad both sides of
75mm studs system or double 50mm studs system to form an overall wall
thickness of approximately 123-153mm (without wall finishes). Min. acoustic of
STC50 shall be achieved without insulation. Cavity shall be filled with specified
rockwool insulation for enhanced STC for full drywall system.
Alternate 2: Two-hour fire-rated drywall system shall be Gyproc FireWall® Drywall

Partition system or approved equivalent.
Gyproc FireWall® 136mm comprising of double layer Gyproc FireLine® 15mm laid
staggered to opposite layer and screw-fixed at max. 300mm centres to both sides
of framing system formed by GypFrame® C-Stud 74mm (BMT=0.55mm,
76mm (BMT=0.55mm, Zincalume Steel); All joints are reinforced with Gyproc
Overall wall system thickness formed of approximately min. 136mm (without wall
finishes).
General: Alternative drywall system & built-ups may be submitted to the Architect
provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative proposal complies with the
requirements of the standards specified as well as relevant local authority Fire
Code requirements and FM Global Standards.
d) Four-Hour (4-hour) Fire-rated Drywall Partition System
Gyproc FireWall® 190mm comprising of triple layer Gyproc DuraLine® Plus 19mm
laid staggered to opposite layer and screw-fixed at max. 300mm centres to both
sides of framing system formed by GypFrame® C-Stud 74mm (BMT=0.55mm,
76mm (BMT=0.55mm, Zincalume Steel); all joints are reinforced with Gyproc
Alternative drywall system & built-ups may be submitted to the Architect provided it
can be demonstrated that the alternative proposal complies with the requirements
of the standards specified as well as relevant local authority Fire Code
requirements and FM Global Standards.
e) Installation Drywall Steel Framing
Unless otherwise specified, the drywall framing shall be profiled steel studs &
runners. The studs shall have minimum 90mm deep of 22 gauge thick with
proprietary screw of lengths greater than 30 mm. The runners shall also be 90mm
deep of 22 gauge thick. Self-bracket bearing and all necessary accessories,
method of fixing and installation shall be strictly in accordance with manufacturer’s
written instruction.
Install metal stud wall framing in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions:
• Attach top tracks and bottom runners to floor structure and structural elements
with suitable fasteners located 50mm from each end and spaced at maximum
300mm centres. Provide continuous sealant joint at the base track.
• Position studs vertically, engaging top tracks and bottom runners, spaced at
maximum 600mm on centre. At splice to bottom runners, place metal stud
section over splice between adjacent vertical studs. Secure splice piece to
each runner with 4 framing screws on each side of runners. Place studs in
direct contact with all doors frame jambs, abutting partitions, partition corners
and existing construction elements.
• Do not splice vertical metal stud members.
• All full-height partition wall framing attached to structure or structural elements

above shall be installed with separated deflection and top tracks allowing for
20mm gap for building deflection. Install min. 50mm thick, rockwool density
100kg/m3, acoustical sealant at all gaps to provide sound insulation and fire
smoke barrier.
• Provide horizontal bridging for all stud partitions over 2400mm high at 1200mm
on centre maximum with 38mm rolled channels through studs and screw
attached in place. Lap channels by nesting one inside the other at a depth of at
least 200mm and secure with end angle clips.
• Provide all braced framing of steel stud framing as detailed in shop drawings.
Use only mechanical attachment, or welding as required per AISI Specification.
• Partition above ceiling shall allow for cut out opening service ducts, trunking
and cable trays. The Contractor shall co-ordinate with all sub-contractors for
the exact size and location of the openings. Any gaps around any pipes, ducts,
through the partition shall be properly sealed with proprietary fire and smoke
stop system.
• If full height partition had to be terminated below ventilation duct routed parallel
to the partition, the stud of the partition shall be secured to the support frame of
the duct. In such cases, space between the duct and reinforced concrete soffit
need not be sealed up.
• Steel stud framing system shall require to be provided taking into consideration
of load/ weight of proposed door, glazing, mesh panels, glass partition
whichever openings provision deem required & specified in drawings &
schedule.
• Steel stud framing system shall also require to be provided taking into
consideration of load/ weight of media walls, TV/ monitor screens, glassboards,
cabinets, whichever ID components provision & installation deem required &
specified in drawings & schedule.
f) Standard & Performance Plasterboard (Gyproc brand or approved equivalent)
i) Gyproc WallBoard
- Gyproc WallBoard is a basic plasterboard

- Thickness: Min. 12.5mm
- Width: 900-1200mm
- Length: 1800-3600mm
- Weight (per m²): 6-9.5kg
- Standards & Certification: BS EN 520 – Type A
ii) Gyproc FireLine
- Gyproc FireLine is a plasterboard that contains glass fibre and other additives
for extra fire protection
- Width: 900-1200mm
- Length: 1800-3000mm
- Weight (per m²): 9.7-11.4kg
- Standards & Certification: BS EN 520 – Type F
- Provides up to 120 minutes fire resistance in accordance to BS 476: Part 22,

FireLine® in GypWall® system, using 15mm FireLine®
- Non-combustible in accordance to BS 476: Part 4
- Low fire propagation in accordance to BS 476: Part 6
- Class 1 surface spread of flame in accordance to BS 476: Part 7
- Classified as Class 0 material in accordance to local building regulations
- Low flame spread index <25 in accordance to ASTM E84
- Thermal resistance value (R) between 0.06 - 0.1 m2K/W (depending on
thickness)
- Low thermal convection (U) between 10 - 16.7 K/W (depending on thickness)
iii) Gyproc Moisture Resistant
- Gyproc Moisture Resistant is a plasterboard with water repellent additives in

the core. In general applicable to all wet areas specified with general drywall
system.
- Width: 1200mm
- Length: 2400-3000mm
- Weight (per m²): 8.3-9.8kg
- Standards & Certification: BS EN 520 – Type A, H1
iv) Gyproc CoreBoard
- Gyproc CoreBoard is 19mm thick, moitsture and fire resistant board. Used as
main board in ShaftWall system to provide fire protection with temporary
moisture progtection during construction.
- Thickness: 19mm
- Width: 598mm
- Length: 3000mm
- Weight (per m²): 16kg
- Standards & Certification: BS EN 520 – Type D, F, H1
v) Gyproc Habito®
- Gyproc Habito® 12.5mm is a plasterboard with an exceptionally strong

gypsum core for superior fixing strength, toughness and durability
- Width: 1200mm
- Length: 2400-3000mm
- Weight (per m²): 11.7kg
- Standards & Certification: BS EN 520 – Type A
g) Column & Beam Encasement
The column & beam encasement shall be in GypLyner ENCASE Steel Encasement
(protection to 4 sides for steel columns, 3 sides for steel beams beam) or
approved equivalent system.
The system comprises Gypframe GL10 GypLyner Steel Framing Clips located on
steel sections at 800mm centres to support Gypframe GL1 Lining Channels.
Gyproc FireLine Lining (or approved equivalent) selection & thickness shall refer to
the Gypsum Section Factor A/V (HP/A) to achieve period of fire resistance
required based on specified BOD Fire rating series and/ or local AHJ requirements
whichever more stringent.
For Fire Compartmented Zone (where applicable):

FireLine Lining or Promatect®-H Column Cladding/ Promatect®100 (or approved
equivalent) selection & thickness shall refer to the Gypsum Section Factor A/V
(HP/A) to achieve period of fire resistance required based on specified BOD Fire
rating series and/ or local AHJ requirements whichever more stringent [Guide: min.
12mm thk].
h) Lining - Fire-rated Gypsum Fiber Board
The lining material shall be 13 mm thick, high abuse resistance, Gyproc FireLine
or approved equivalent. The characteristic of the fiber-reinforced gypsum panel
shall be follows:
Panel Composite : 13mm thick fiber reinforced gypsum core, with

12.5mm thick high strength cellulose surface,
pre-coated and ready to receive final finish
Core : BS 476 Part 4, non-combustibility (SPRING tested)
Surface : BS 476 Part 6 & 7, Class ‘O’ (SPRING tested)
System structural : BS 5234: Part 2, 1992 (SPRING tested)
Fire Rating : Up to 2 hours (FRL -/120/120)
Acoustic Rating : STC50 (no insulation);
STC57 (Insulation 60kg/m3)
Strength (Annex A – L)
Weight : 54 kg/m2
Nail-Pull Resistance : 120 lbf
Screw Withdrawal : 90 lbf
Flexural Strength :110 lbf
Bending Radius : > 30 ft.
Edge Configuration:Long edges tapered; ends cut square
i) Installation of Abuse Resistant Gypsum Fiber Board
• Install gypsum fiberboard in strict accordance with Manufacturer’s

instructions, GA 216, and UL Fire Resistance Directory/Installation
Requirement.
• Apply gypsum fiber board panel perpendicular to stud or framing with all
attachment to firm bearing surfaces over framing members. Install panels
in such a manner that panel joints do not align with edge of opening.
Staggered joints on the opposite side of panel. Tightly butt tapered end
board edge joints.
• Treat cut edges, holes, fastener heads, and joints, including those at angle
intersections with partition paper tapes and All-Purpose Ready-mixed joint
compound.
• Place gypsum fibre board panels over supporting framing members with
panel ends aligning and parallel with framing members.
• Application of fasteners shall proceed from centre of field of panel toward

ends and edges. Install fasteners 9.5mm from ends and edges of panels,
and 300mm on centre within the field of the panel, and along abutting end
joints.
j) Insulation
• All partition shall be filled with termite resistant Acoustical Fire Slab
100kg/m3 density, min. 50mm thick rockwool slab, to give an overall min.
STC50 to the Drywall system.
• Acoustical Slab Technical Properties:
Nominal Density : 100 kg/m3
Dimension : Min. 50mm thick x 1200mm x 600mm [Thickness shall subject

to specialist’s detail to achieve Drywall STC requirements]
Thermal Conductivity : 0.034 W/mk at 25 oC (ASTM C518-1991)
Fire Performance : Non-combustible (BS 476 Part 4)
Moisture Resistance: Absorb less than 0.02 Vol % (ASTM C1104/C1104M)
Water Absorption : Less than 1% (BS: 2972: 75)
Melting Point : Approximately 1000 oC
Sound Absorption (ASTM C423)
Frequency Hz
125250500100020004000NRC*
Thickness (75mm) 0.540.811.101.101.031.011.03
NRC – Noise Reduction Coefficient
Tested and approved in accordance to SIRIM and SPRING
Conforms to BS 3958 : Part 5 : 1986. “Specification for bonded Man-made

mineral fibre”.
k) Compatibility
• Rockwool is compatible with all materials in which it is likely to come into

contact with in normal building applications.
• Environment - No CFCs or HCFCs are used in the manufacturing of

rockwool. The product shall be free of asbestos.
• Biological - Rockwool offers no sustenance to vermin and does not

encourage the growth of fungi, moulds or bacteria.
• Chemical - Rockwool is chemically inert. An aqueous extract of the products

is neutral or slightly alkaline
l) Sound and Thermal Insulation Control
• All partition shall be filled with termite resistant Acoustical Fire Slab
100kg/m3 density, min. 50mm thick rockwool slab; to give an overall min.
STC50 to the Drywall system.
• Seal all perimeter gaps of the wall frame system with acoustical sealant
prior to installation of gypsum panel, for maximum sound transmission loss.
• Place acoustical insulation in partitions tight within spaces, around Cut

openings, behind and around electrical and mechanical items within or
behind partitions, and tight to items passing through partitions.
• Insure that all recessed panels, electrical outlets, light switch boxes, etc are
encased with fire-barrier seal wrap to seal all gaps and maintain continuity in
fire and smoke protection in all fire-rated assemblies.
m) Installation of Control and Expansion Joint
• Gypsum base assemblies shall be isolated with control joints or other

means where:
- Partition or furring abuts a structural element (except floor) or

dissimilar wall or ceiling;
- A ceiling abuts a structural element, dissimilar wall or partition or other
vertical penetration;
- Construction changes within the plane of the partition or ceiling;
- Partition or furring run exceeds 9000mm;
- Ceiling dimensions exceed 15000mm in either direction with perimeter
relief, 9000mm without relief;
- Expansion or control joints occur in the based exterior wall.
• Ceiling height door frames may be used as control joints. Less-than-ceiling

height frame shall have control joints extending to ceiling from both
corners.
• At locations indicated on the approved shop drawings.
• Place control joints consistent with lines of building spaces, with 12.5mm
between board. Apply Acoustical Sealant at base of space, apply control
joint accessory piece at face. Place joints vertically at jamb head of double
doors. Place vertical joint at jamb head, latch side, of doors set in gypsum
board walls, U.N.O. on the approved shop drawings.
n) Installation of Accessory Trims & Beads
• Reinforced all vertical and horizontal exterior corners with corner beads
fastened with stainless steel stapled at 230mm o.c. on both flanges along
entire length of beads.
• Where walls terminates against masonry or other dissimilar material, apply

trims over face layer edge and fasten with stainless steel staples space at
230mm o.c. Install L-shape casing bead at all exposed ends of gypsum
plaster board, and at locations indicated on the Drawings.
o) Joint Treatment
• Reinforce all interior and exterior corners for both ceiling and wall surfaces.
Apply initial coating of joint compound about 76mm wide, pressing tape
firmly into compound, wipe off excess compound. Apply second coat of
compound with tools of sufficient width to extend beyond joint centre
approximately 100mm. Drawn compound down to a smooth even plane.
• After drying or setting, sand or sponge joints, edges and corners,

eliminating high spot and excessive compound to produce smooth finish
surface. Prepare surface to receive subsequent finishes to a height of
150mm above finish surface. Feather coats onto adjoining surfaces so that
camber is o greater than 3mm when measured using 450mm straight
edge.
• Sand after second and third applications of joint compound. Take

precautions not to raise nap of paper when sanding.
p) Gypsum Accessories
• Corner Reinforcement
Corner beads permit construction of true, concealed external angles with

gypsum base and panels. The exposed nose of the bead helps to prevent
damage from impact and provides a screed for finishing. It provides a key
for jointing compound and eliminates shadowing and edge cracking.
• Bull-nose/Spray Corner (Internal & External) Beads
Paper faced metal tape corner bead with internal and external corner
beads in bull nose of various radius, or spray corner.
Material:
B1W (90o Outside Corner), B2 (90 o Inside Corner)
B1OS (135 o Outside Corner), B2OS (135 o inner Cove)
SLOC (19mm radius Bullnose Outside Corner)
SLIC (19mm radius Bullnose Inner Cove)
Danish (38mm radius Bullnose Outside Corner)
• Edge Reinforcement
Material: L-shaped or J-shaped Casing bead
• Control Joint
Relieves stresses of expansion and construction across the joint in large

wall areas.
Material: Roll-formed zinc control joint with perforated flanges, 1-3/4 inch
wide, with ¼ inch wide center channel.
• Expansion Joint Trims
W-shaped, roll-formed zinc expansion joint trim with integral nailing flange.
Zinc alloy to conform to BS6561:1985 (1991) of minimum 24 gage
(0.70mm). Trim depths to match board thickness.
• Joint Tape - 50mm width fibreglass reinforced paper tape conforms to

requirements of ASTM C475.
• Joint Compound - All Purpose Ready-mixed
Joint Compound conforms to requirements of ASTM C475.
3.6 CONSTRUCTION
Construction shall be carried out to the approval of the Architect under experiences
factory supervision and control. Only work which cannot be carried out in the
workshop or factory should be prefabricated and assembled quickly on site.
All joints shall be to the best trade practice type of joints. They should be cut and
assembled neatly and accurately and all joints, junctions and intersections shall have
neat hairline.
Butt joints shall be constructed between gypsum plaster board panels. Edges of
jointing panels shall be taped and plastered with approved jointing compound and
thereafter apply with sealant to receive wall covering.
The Contractor is to submit detailed section of the joints before installation.
Adequate allowance must be made for thermal movements of any aluminium frame
members.
All members shall be of sufficient strength and deflection shall be kept to maximum of
L/50 considering a distributed load of 5 Ibs per sq ft. The weight of the partition shall
not exceed 6 Ibs per sq ft
Accessories to be used to facilitate jointing and fixing may be connected to the edges
of adjacent spaces. He is to allow for in his pricing, methods of finishing above
finished ceiling level, below finished floor level and beyond grid lines against other
wall and windows elements all to the Architect’s satisfaction.
The deviation range to be allowed for on the floor to ceiling height shall be from 0 to
30mm. This includes an allowance of 6mm for variation in the horizontally of the floor
level, 20mm for deflection of ceiling and 6mm for variation sin horizontally of the
ceiling. The partition shall maintain this performance under the most adverse
condition of deviation.
The partition shall not show signs of deterioration which could be objectionable from
points of view of appearance, habitability or application of finishes. The installed
partitions and its component parts shall run straight to line and to be set vertical and
plumb.
3.7 SKIRTING
The partition shall incorporate homogeneous tile/ epoxy/ vinyl/ stainless steel skirting
as detailed in drawings.
Skirting should be provided on both sides of the partitions and shall be capable of
carrying electrical and telephone services and minor plumbing pipes.
3.8 PARTITION PANELS
The panels on both sides of the cavity type partition generally comprised of approved
quality min. 12.5mm thick plain gypsum plaster board.
The total thickness of the cavity type partition panel shall be 100mm thick and this
overall thickness should be flushed with the aluminium framing.
The partition panel shall be assembled neatly. All panels shall come one piece and
fixed between the aluminium frame members and no joint shall be exposed. No
cutting piece shall be allowed.
The sample of partition panel shall be submitted to the Architect for approval.
The panel shall be free from warps and other defects. Any replacement of defective
panels shall be at the expense of the Contractor.
The fire resistant material for in in-fill must satisfy the local Building Authority and Fire
Service Bureau and comply with the specifications shown within the fire protection
drawings.
3.9 FINISHES TO PARTITION PANELS
The gypsum plaster board panels for the partitions shall be finished with the wall
covering/ painting as specified.
Thickness of applied finishes to the gypsum plaster board panel shall require to
comply with requirements or standards stipulated by the Building Control Division and
Fire Service Bureau or any equivalent local authority Code and requirements (where
applicable).
The colour of the surface finish shall not appreciable fade or darken due to action of
natural or artificial light during the defects liability period.
3.10 IN-FILL MATERIAL FOR SOUND PROOFING
Basic in-fill material in partition shall be 75mm rock wool material of not less than 1kg
or 2lbs density or other equivalent materials acceptable to Building Control Authority
or equivalent local authority Building Department. The panels shall be retained with
no fastening of fixing visible. All anchorages shall be concealed. Such sound proof
walls shall go all the way up to the soffit of the concrete floor above.
3.11 GLAZING
All glazed panels to the partitions shall have solid aluminium or stainless steel timber
frame and glazing bars and are glazed in 8mm thick first quality coated or patterned
float glass or otherwise stated or shown on the drawings. All glass shall conform to
BS 952 and shall be free from blemishes, bubbles, air holes, specks, scratches and
other defects and samples shall be submitted for the approval of the Architect.
All glass delivered to site must be in its original packing showing the manufacturer’s
markings, guarantee, type of glass, etc attached to the outside of the container.
All broken, cracked or scratched glass must be removed and replaced with new glass
to satisfaction of the Architect.
All glass must be clean inside and outside after installation. On no account shall be
cleaned by scraping the glass.
All glass panels shall be fixed with neoprene or other approved gaskets and
aluminium fixing beads.
3.12 LIGHT TIMBER FRAMES IN FRAMED AND LINED PARTITIONS
Moisture content: Framing shall be installed the following values tested to AS/NZS
1080.1:
- Air conditioned buildings: 8 to 10%.
- Intermittently heated buildings: 10 to 12.5%.
- Unheated buildings: 12 to 15%.
Finished framing: To AS/NZS 2589 clause 4.2.2. Wall frames shall be constructed to
AS 1684.4 Section 6, as appropriate for internal walls. Double faced walls: Provide
gauged timbers in studs, noggings and plates.
Sealant types appropriate for the partition's documented acoustic rating and fire-
resistance levels, and compatible with partition materials and building substrate.
3.13 UNEVEN ABUTTING SURFACE
The Nominated Sub-Contractor is deemed to have allowed for in his unit rates for the
filling up of all cavities formed when his partition abuts the existing surfaces of walls,
ceiling and other adjoining structure. The fill used is to be approved by the Architect
and this may be in the manner of felt strips, neoprene strips or wet calcium plaster in
filling.
3.14 SAMPLES AND MOCK-UP PARTITION
The Contractor is deemed to have allowed for in his unit rate for the erection of one
full and complete “mock-up” partition (for each type of drywall) for the full storey
height inclusive of necessary security screen and one double leaves door all as
specified. The length of the partition shall consist of min. three panels by 2.4m to 3m
long each (subject to proposed drywall system). Counter-proposed size of mock-up
partition shall obtain Architect’s clearance; Relevant scopes shall be read in
conjunction with Mock-up Scopes under Section SS009_Mock-ups & Tests.
3.15 CO-ORDINATION
The Contractor shall co-ordinate with sub-contractors for all other trades in the
programming of his work, for example trades listed in the following but not limited to:
• Mechanical & electrical services/ penetrations;
• Any door/ window/ louvre/ glass walls/ security mesh wall systems;
• Suspended/ wall-mounted ceiling system;
• Roof termination & interfacing (if any works affected)
• Other Architectural/ ID components & adjacent trades.
3.16 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
The Architect will conduct an above-ceiling observation prior to installation of

gypsum board ceilings and report any deficiencies in the Work observed. Do not
proceed with installation of gypsum board to ceiling support framing until
deficiencies have been corrected.
Notify Architect one week in advance of the date and the time when the Project, or
part of the Project, will be ready for an above-ceiling observation.
3.17 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
Promptly remove any residual joint compound from adjacent surfaces, and where
ever to the clean room standard.
Provide final protection and maintain conditions, in a manner acceptable to Installer,

that ensure gypsum board assemblies are without damage or deterioration at the
time of Completion.
3.18 ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS & SPECIFICATIONS AND TENDER
3.18.1 The architectural drawings are diagrammatic and do not purport to identify or solve
the problems of thermal or structural movement, vapour barriers, fixings and
anchorage, flatness and stability of facing, and moisture disposal.
The drawings merely indicated the ‘profile, configurations and finishes required
together with the position relative to the structural frame and interior building
elements. The details contain therein serve merely as suggested directions for
solving some of the major design requirements. The Contractor may use these
details and develop them as he deems fit.
The Specification specifies the minimum requirements without limiting the Fabricator
as to the method of achieving such performance.
3.19 SITE CONDITIONS & EXISTING STRUCTURES
The Contractor shall be deemed to have visited the site before submitting his Tender
and shall be wholly responsible for acquainting himself with the nature, position,
constraints of the site and the full extent and character of the works and all other
information relevant to the execution of the works.
The Contractor shall not be entitled to claim extra payment on the grounds of
insufficient or inaccurate tender information relating to propose or existing
structures.
A thorough examination of all available drawings shall be carried out by the

Contractor. The accuracy and completeness of any available drawings of existing
structure(s) is not guaranteed. The Contractor shall check all dimensions and beam
etc., positions on site himself.
3.20 DESIGN RECOMMENDATIONS/ PROPOSALS
Preliminary design proposals must be submitted with the tender. Notwithstanding the
acceptance of the Contractor’s design recommendation/ proposals by the Architect,
Contractor shall be solely responsible for the adequacy of the works including design
and shall make good any damage or defects arising from inadequate design.
3.21 SHOP DRAWINGS
The Contractor shall submit for the consideration of the Architect preliminary design
drawings showing typical details fully dimensioned, showing finish, thickness,
profiles, jointing, welds, intersections and assembly; details of construction,
weatherproofing hardware and hardware schedules; reinforcement, anchorage and
structural supports; and such drawings and details (whichever applicable) as
required to fully illustrate all details of the work. The scale and detail of the drawings
are subject to Architect’s approval.
The Contractor shall outline details of his intended temporary works to the Architect
and incorporate his comments into the design. He shall then submit for the
Architect’s approval before the commencement of any on site construction, shop
drawings and calculations showing all details, manner and magnitude of the loading
on the structure. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the structural
elements to which the elements are to be fixed is adequate to support the load.
3.22 MEASUREMENTS
All true measurements of the building are to be in the metric system. The Contractor
shall be responsible for verifying all the dimensions and actual conditions on site.
These dimensions should be incorporated in the shop drawings prior to final
approval.
3.23 PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME
The Tenderer shall also submit a preliminary programme of the works showing the
various stages of design sampling, testing, fabrication, delivery and installation of
the works.
3.24 TENDER REQUIREMENTS
The Contractor shall submit with his Tender details of builder’s work and special
attendance required other than those already described in this Specification. Any
other items of work or facilities not so stated shall be deemed to be provided by the
Contractor when required.
3.24.1 (a) Submittals
Within one month of award of the Contract, the Contractor shall submit updated
information as follows:-
i. Organization Chart.
ii. Detailed programme of the Works.
iii. Shop Drawings:-
Complete scaled construction detail drawings drawn to full scale. The
drawings shall fulfil all requirements made by the Architect during the
technical negotiation with the Contractor.
iv. Sealant & Gaskets

Samples and performance data of sealant and gasket materials.
v. Structural calculations as required verified and endorsed by a Professional

Engineer.
vi. Performance Testing Particulars:-

The testing programme with detailed description of the testing procedure,
testing facilities to be used and the testing mock-up drawings, following the
testing requirements as specified in Part IV.
(b) Upon Architect’s approval of the shop drawings, four copies and one
reproducible print for each of the final approved drawings, plus four sets of the
above reduce to one-quarter of the original size shall be submitted for the
Architect’s and Employer’s use.
(c) After the shop drawings and the structural calculation, etc. are approved, the
Contractor shall submit the following for the Architect’s approval before
fabrication of the bulk.
i. Plan of Inspection of Component –
Material specification, supply source, and procedure for inspection of the

quality of the components of the systems during the manufacturing and
fabricating process.
(d) Should the Contractor consider it necessary to fabricate in bulk before

approval in order to meet completion date, it is entirely at his own risk and no
compensation in time and cost will be granted if the material and/or
workmanship is eventually not acceptable to the Architect.
(e) Before the components are installed, the Contractor shall submit the following
for the Architect’s approval.
i. Performance Test Report –

Four copies of the performance Report as described in this Specification
shall be submitted upon approval of the testing by the Architect.
ii. Report of Inspection of Components –

Report on the conditions and procedure of the manufacturing process and
also results of the inspection the products in accordance with the approved
‘Plan of Inspection of Components’.
iii. Report on Inspection on Building Works/Site Conditions –

The Contractor shall monitor the site conditions constantly and report every
month the results of the inspection, in a deviation/defects list form to the
Architect. Format to be submitted for approval.
iv. Plan of Inspection –

Preliminary plan of the procedure for site inspection during installation stage
so as to maintain quality control on the site.
v. Plan of Protection –
Preliminary plan of the method of protecting the works with description as to
when the protection can be removed. The plan to consider effect on other
trades.
(f) Before the date of completion of the works, the contractor shall prepare and
supply to the Architect, record drawings and record photographs of the whole
of the works as installed and as requested by the Architect. These drawings
and photographs shall be specially prepared for record purpose
(g) The Contractor shall submit a maintenance manual for all systems.
3.25 MANUFACTURERS & ERECTORS
Manufacturers and erectors shall have proven achievement experience in similar

work for at least (5) years and are subject to approval by the Architect.
3.26 CEMENT BOARD PARTITIONS SYSTEM
• Refer to A-5400 & 5450 Series
Where specified, Knauf Aquapanel® Cement Board Indoor or approved equivalent

cement board built-up wall system (interior walls with render and paint finish) shall be
applicable.
Technical Properties & Dimension
• Thickness (mm): 12.5
• Weight (kg/m²) : Approx. 11
• Width & Length (mm): 1200 x 3000
• Non-combustible (A1) – EN 13501-1
• 100% water-resistant
• Dimensional stability
• Mold and mildew resistant
• Robust and reliable with high impact resistance and sound insulation
Typical Cement Board Partition system build-up
[Refer to attached SS003_Drywall Partitions_Appendix 1_AQUAPANEL Cement

Board Indoor]
3.27 GUARANTEE
(a) Submit written guarantee agreeing to repair or replace defective materials and
workmanship during the guarantee period. The Contractor shall be responsible
for damages to building and furnishings caused by defective materials and
workmanship including water leakage during the guarantee period.
Defective materials and workmanship of the work shall include abnormal

deterioration, aging or weathering of the work, leakage of water or air
pressures and forces, failure of operating parts to function normally,
deterioration or discolouration of finishes in excess of normal weathering and
aging, glass breakage, secondary glass damage or breakage due to falling
fragments, and failure of work to fulfil other specified performance
requirements (whichever applicable). The guarantee should not include
damage caused by vandalism, or natural conditions exceeding the
performance requirements. However, the guarantee should include failures or
defects for which the causes cannot be determined. This guarantee and its
enforcement shall not deprive the Employer of other action, right or remedy
available to him.
(b) The general guarantee shall cover a period of ten (10) years from the date of
issue of the Completion Certification of the Main contract by the Architect.
(c) Repairs or replacements during the guaranteed period required by unforeseen

circumstances (which exceed performance requirements), alterations, abuse of
the work, vandalism will be completed by the Contractor at Employer’s
discretion and paid for by the Employer at prevailing rates.
(d) The guarantee shall cover structural failure and latent defects of the system in
compliance with the current and latest regulations and requirements stipulated
by the relevant local authorities.

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PROJECT IGNITE SS3/1

3.0 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF DRYWALL PARTITIONS

Whenever a material, item, article or product is specified by trade/brand name,

Demountable partition shall be pre-fabricated, quickly assembled on site and non-

SS CP 1 The use of timber in building construction

SS 72 Treatment of timber and plywood with copper / chrome / arsenic /

BS EN 10143 Specification for continuously hot-dip, metal coated steel sheet

BS 1230: Part 1 Specification for plasterboard excluding materials submitted to

BS 5234: 1 & 2 Partitions (including matching linings)

BS 5588 Fire precautions in design construction and use of buildings.

AS 1604 Specification for preservative treatment-sawn and round timber

AS/NZS 2589 Gypsum Linings – Application and Finishing

AS/NZS 2588 Gypsum Plasterboard

AS/NZS 2908.2 Cellulose-Cement Products Part 2: Flat sheets

AS/NZS 4600 Cold-formed steel structures

And the following ASSOCIATED AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS (not specifically

AS/NZS 2208 Safety Glazing Materials In Buildings

AS 5637.1 Determination of fire hazard properties Wall and ceiling linings

AS 1530.4 Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and

3.3.1 High Purity Synthetic Gypsum (HPSG) Board Construction Terminology

3.4 ASSEMBLY PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

3.4.1 Sound Transmission Characteristics

Unless otherwise stated, all drywall assemblies to achieve minimum acoustic of

3.4.2 Thermal Properties

All drywall shall achieve:

• Thermal conductivity of 0.167W/mk;

• Thermal resistance (R) Value of 0.118m2K/W.

3.4.3 P.E. Endorsement

For fire-rated partitions, Endorsement by the Installers PE is required for special

3.4.4 Test Reference

BS 1230 Part 1 : 1985 (Type 4)

- Determination of Moisture Content 13.8%

- Shear Strength 0.39N/mm2

- Compressive Strength 18.9N/mm2

3.5 DRYWALL PARTITION

All drywall partitions shall be approved screw stud abuse-resistant gypsum

b) One-Hour (1-hour) Fire-rated Drywall Partition System:

Alternate 1: One-hour fire-rated Abuse Resistant drywall system shall be Knauf

Alternate 2: One-hour fire-rated drywall system shall be Gyproc FireWall® Drywall

c) Two-Hour (2-hour) Fire-rated Drywall Partition System:

Alternate 1: Two-hour fire-rated Abuse Resistant drywall system shall be Knauf

Alternate 2: Two-hour fire-rated drywall system shall be Gyproc FireWall® Drywall

d) Four-Hour (4-hour) Fire-rated Drywall Partition System

e) Installation Drywall Steel Framing

• Do not splice vertical metal stud members.

• All full-height partition wall framing attached to structure or structural elements

f) Standard & Performance Plasterboard (Gyproc brand or approved equivalent)

- Gyproc WallBoard is a basic plasterboard

ii) Gyproc FireLine

- Provides up to 120 minutes fire resistance in accordance to BS 476: Part 22,

iii) Gyproc Moisture Resistant

- Gyproc Moisture Resistant is a plasterboard with water repellent additives in

iv) Gyproc CoreBoard

- Gyproc Habito® 12.5mm is a plasterboard with an exceptionally strong

g) Column & Beam Encasement

For Fire Compartmented Zone (where applicable):

h) Lining - Fire-rated Gypsum Fiber Board

Panel Composite : 13mm thick fiber reinforced gypsum core, with

i) Installation of Abuse Resistant Gypsum Fiber Board

• Install gypsum fiberboard in strict accordance with Manufacturer’s

• Application of fasteners shall proceed from centre of field of panel toward

• Acoustical Slab Technical Properties:

Nominal Density : 100 kg/m3