What You Need to Know about Metal Frame Wall Constructions

When undertaking construction work, what we need is a complete system that will assure us that each and every component will function properly on its own and in conjunction with the rest of the system. This is why the construction industry has developed multifunctional systems that are able to provide durability, strength, stability, resistance and a level of thermal and acoustic insulation. This is the case with modern metal frame insulation systems that are carefully designed to provide a stable construction that will fully meet your expectations. Each available system includes a number of different components that each has its own function in regard to improved fire resistance, impact resistance, robustness or insulation. This means that once you have ordered a system that meets your requirements in either residential or commercial sector, you can sit back, relax and wait for the job to be done. What we will try to do here is explain some basics on each available metal frame wall insulation system in regard to the components, characteristics and installation process.

Cavity fire barriers

If you are looking for a system for an office, commercial or industry sector which will be able to provide proper fire resistance by sub-dividing and sealing cavities and hidden spaces within a building in order of preventing flame and smoke from spreading, then what you need are proper cavity fire barriers that will allow the entire construction to comply with applicable British regulations. The system includes framing metal components that are all manufactured from innovative UltraSteel providing prolonged resistance and integrity; board products such as Glasrock Multiboard which is Class 0 rated, non-combustible and reinforced gypsum board providing not only excellent fire, but also a level of moisture resistance; proper fixing and finishing products and last but not least, proper insulation products for improved thermal and acoustic insulation, but also fire stopping, whereas rock wool insulation offers the level of insulation alongside the level of fire resistance the entire system requires.

Glasroc MultiBoard

DriLyner lining systems

The available DriLyner lining systems include a number of options, depending on the application and the installation process, but are commonly used in commercial and industrial sector, in both new build and refurbishment for lining concrete, brick and block walls. Some systems include the possibility of fixing the board directly to the wall by using adhesive dabs, some include acoustic insulation laminate, while others provide a method of fixing the boards directly to solid walls (including plastered walls). The systems include metal components such as MF 10 channel easing the board installation process and skirting plates for skirting fixing; Gyproc Wallboards, especially designed to fit each system; fixing and finishing products such as plasterboard adhesive which is a stable product, applicable on low, medium or high suction backgrounds; insulation such as  Isover RD Party Wall Roll for Robust Detail and Building regulations compliance, mainly used for improved acoustic insulation, but also offering a 0 U value, resulting in great thermal insulation performance.

Acoustic Partition Insulation

FireCase

FireCase is a non-combustible encasement system, very easy to install, offering a fire protection for up to 120 minutes in frameless solutions and even up to 180 minutes in framed constructions. It has very wide application wherever steel beams and columns protection is necessary, providing a smooth surface and requiring no decorative treatment. This metal frame wall system includes Gypframe steel angle for improved site safety; board and fixing products (such as staples and screws) as well as finishing products including Thistle Multifinish plaster providing a durable, smooth and high substrate for decorative finishes.

Plaster Finish

FireWall

FireWall is a non-loadbearing system used in retail and industrial sector wherever optimal fire resistance is of great importance, since the system satisfies set requirements up to Severe Duty and can comply with the insurance companies requirements in regard to enhanced fire performance of the construction. It includes metal C studs, available in different widths and gauges, improving acoustic performance of the wall by decreasing the noise impact, and other metal components (such as fixing channels, steel angles, support plates etc); Glasroc and Gyproc boards, such as Glasroc Firecase board offering sag resistance and fire protection; fixing and finishing products and rock wool insulation for improved thermal and acoustic insulation.

Shaftwall

Shaftwall system offers a lightweight solution for commercial and residential sector, providing protection in confined spaces. It can be built in the early construction phase, and is ideal for constructions where access is limited, offering fire-resistance in lift shafts, service ducts and service risers. It provides minimal wall thickness and can also be built horizontally from below, providing fire-rated horizontal membranes. It includes board products available in different thicknesses and different properties, metal products such as resilient and stable I studs, fixing and finishing products and insulation rolls for improved acoustic performance.

GypLyner systems

GypLyner metal frame wall systems include:

  • GypLyner Encase is quick and easy to install, used for fire protection of structural steel, including joint section and portal frames (offers fire protection of up to 180 minutes);
  • GypLyner IWL is suitable for a wide range of application, particularly used for constructions reinforced with steel or concrete frames. This metal frame system is built separately from the external wall and can be used in combination with masonry walls in order of improving thermal and acoustic performance and
  • GypLyner Universal wall lining is applicable to all internal non-loadbearing constructions and includes highly efficient Gyproc ThermaLine boards, offering high level of insulation, fire resistance and vapour control.

GypWall Systems

GypWall metal wall systems include:

  • GypWall Audio;
  • GypWall Classic;
  • GypWall Curve;
  • GypWall Extreme;
  • GypWall Quiet;
  • GypWall Quiet IWL;
  • GypWall Quiet SF;
  • GypWall Rapid dB Plus;
  • GypWall Robust;
  • GypWall Secure and
  • GypWall Staggered.

All the upper mentioned metal frame wall insulation systems include a number of high quality components, however designed for specific applications and requirements. Some systems are more traditional, applicable to all types of buildings and offering lightweight and multifunctional solutions, others are especially designed to meet the specific design and aesthetic requirements; some offer a high level of acoustic insulation while others are designed to provide greater impact resistance and improved security and durability.

For more info about metal frame insulation systems contact us on 02080992107 or send us an email at info@insulationshop.co.