BS EN 13915:2017 specifies the characteristics and performance of prefabricated panels made of gypsum plasterboard facings complying with EN 520 and a cellular paperboard core intended to be used as a lightweight partition, lining and encasement for general use in buildings.

This standard covers the following characteristics: reaction to fire, water vapour permeability, flexural strength (breaking load) and thermal resistance to be measured according to the corresponding European test methods.

This Standard covers only prefabricated panels installed so that the core is not exposed.

The following performance characteristics are linked to systems assembled with prefabricated panels made of gypsum plasterboard facings and a cellular paperboard core: shear strength, fire resistance, direct airborne sound insulation, acoustic absorption and air permeability to be measured according to the corresponding European test methods. If required, tests should be done on assembled systems simulating the end use conditions.

This document covers also additional technical characteristics that are of importance for the use and acceptance of the product by the Building Industry.

It provides the assessment and verification of constancy of performance of the products.


Cross References:
EN 13963:2014
EN ISO 717-1 (ISO 717-1:2013) AS
ISO 10456:2007 Ed 3
EN 13501-1:2007+A1:2009
EN ISO 12572 (ISO 12572:2016) AS
EN 12664:2001
EN ISO 354 (ISO 354:2003 AS)
ISO 11925-2:2010 Ed 3
EN ISO 10456 (ISO 10456:2007) AS
EN ISO 9001 (ISO 9001:2015) AS
ISO 7892:1988 (R07)
ISO 717-1:2013 ED3
EN ISO 11925-2 (ISO 11925-2:2010) AS
ISO 12572:2016
EN 13501-2:2016
EN 520:2004+A1:2009
ISO 10140-2:2010
EN ISO 10140-2 (ISO 10140-2:2010) AS ISO 9001:2015


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