01 September 2011

SAINT-GOBAIN Gyproc Middle East has launched a new range of high-quality access panels designed specifically for use in commercial, leisure and residential buildings where regular access is required to mechanical and electrical services installed behind lightweight partition, wall and ceiling systems.

Manufactured by Gyproc’s sister company in the UK, the new Gyproc access panels provide a range of easy-to-install budget and performance access solutions engineered to suit the company’s range of lightweight building systems, says a spokesperson for Gyproc.

The initial range of panels includes two distinct types – a standard range, for day-to-day applications where enhanced performance is not important; and a fire-rated range, which has been designed for use in lightweight fire-rated walls and partitions.

“Standard range panels offer the user a choice of popular sizes to meet different access requirements, as well as security options and finishes designed to match typical plasterboard finishes. The panels are easy and quick to fix into Gyproc systems and offer guaranteed performance as part of the SpecSure warranted system,” the spokesperson adds.

The new range of fire-rated panels is designed specifically to maintain system fire performance in partitions, walls and ceilings requiring up to 60-minutes fire insulation and integrity. They are described as being particularly suited for high-rise buildings, offices, public buildings and leisure facilities where additional fire performance is specified to allow rapid escape and access to fire services in the case of a fire.

Essential components for any Gyproc SpecSure warranted fire-rated system, the Gyproc fire-rated wall panels and fire-rated ceiling panels are available in three standard sizes, but are available to order in bespoke sizes to suit specific applications.

The wall panel comes complete with standard beaded frame and metal door, whilst the ceiling panel also offers the option of a plasterboard door finish, ideal for large monolithic ceiling areas where both appearance and easy access are important. All products feature a budget lock for controlled access to the services.

The new Gyproc access panels combine the expertise of one of Europe’s leading access specialists with Gyproc’s world-leading position in lightweight building systems, to provide a range of access options specifically for the growing drylining market.

Further details about the range, dimensions, performance options and finishes can be obtained from the company’s website (www.gyproc.ae/products).

Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East is part of Saint-Gobain, the world’s leading plasterboard and plaster manufacturer. Previously active in the region for many years under the British Gypsum and BPB Gyproc brands, Gyproc Middle East opened its first dedicated $60-million plasterboard manufacturing plant in Abu Dhabi in April last year to meet the growing demand for drywall systems throughout the region.

In addition to providing a total system solution for lightweight partition systems, the company also offers customers a unique wealth of technical expertise affording consultants, developers and contractors the opportunity to achieve any performance level required including fire protection and improved acoustics. Gyproc offers extensive on and off-site technical support and training.

Saint-Gobain Group was founded in 1665 to deliver a world first – the production of glass on an industrial scale – for the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles in Paris, France. The group is now a world leader in the design, production and distribution of materials for the construction and habitat markets including ductile iron pipe systems, plasterboard and plaster, insulation, industrial mortars, ceramics and plastics, abrasives, fire glass and reinforcements sectors. Saint-Gobain operates in a total of 64 countries with more than 190,000 employees.

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