Drywall Systems and Partitions by Rapide Drylining

Would you like Rapide to specify and value engineer all the drywall partitions on your project, complete with paperwork?

curved partition wall Drywall solutions are becoming increasingly popular due to the ease of construction and flexibility offered to the architect or designer to accommodate specialist design features while integrating the practical requirements of fire and acoustic performance.

twinframe parition wall Careful consideration to ensure the selected system meets the desired performance levels is critical. When higher specification requirements are needed, contact Rapide for guidance. Partitions are non-loadbearing systems comprising plasterboards screw-fixed to a steel frame made up of lightweight studs

Jumbo wall partitions The surface of the boards can be taped and jointed to provide a seamless finish or skim plastered to achieve a more traditional finish prior to decoration.

Metal Stud Partitions offer simple and complete solutions to space division throughout both commercial and residential developments.

Consideration must be given to:

Duty Rating – medium, heavy or severe
Fire Rating – half hour, one hour, two hours and so forth
Sound Rating – acoustic transmission highly valued
Impact Resistance – some plasterboards are tougher than others
Moisture Resistance – dependant on area of use
Recommended Heights – work within the systems capability
Deflection Heads – to allow for structural movement
Vertical Studs – choice of correct stud size and build centres
Insulation – to assist with thermal and acoustic requirements
Surface Fixings – what will be mounted on the partition
Support for Horizontal Joints in Facings
Doorways - The weight of the door will determine the required jamb construction.
Corners, Intersections and Abutments - Consider the need for:
- additional studs to accommodate corners
- intersections and abutments
- Also check the fire and sound ratings of abutting systems
Fixings
Movement Control Joints
Services - The cavity within a partition is often used to conceal services. Where services or ducts penetrate, simple details maintain the integrity of the partition.
Finishing – a choice of finishings best suited to end use and programme constraints
Limitations - Temperatures over 50°C can induce a change of state in the plasterboard which would reduce its physical performance and serviceability.