SS003-Drywall-Partitions Rev 0

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MARCH 2022 ISSUED FOR CONSTRUCTION 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.
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.
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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 5 years of indemnity to the dry wall partitions against
defects, defects in installation and any related components.
100% of all drywall partitions, by cost and surface area, 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 atleast 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 EN10143 Specification for continuously hot-dip, metal coated steel sheet and
strip
BS 1230 Pt 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
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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
BS8110 Structural use of concrete (in particular Section 5 – Part 1 Design and
Detailing of Precast Composite Structures.
BS5328 Concrete parts 1, 2 & 3.
CP297 Precast concrete cladding non-load bearing.
BS8297 Superseding BS297.
BS1217 Cast stone
BS12 Specification for ordinary and rapid hardening Portland cement.
BS146 Portland-blast furnace cement.
BS410 Specification for test sieves.
BS882 Specification for aggregates from natural sources for concrete.
BS1014 Pigments for Portland cement and Portland products.
BS1881 Methods of testing concrete.
Part 108 Method for making test cubes from fresh concrete.
Part 111 Method of normal during of test specimens (20C method).
Part 116 Method for determination of compressive strength of concrete cubes.
BS3148 Methods of test for water for making concrete (including notes on the
suitability of the water).
BS3797 Specification for lightweight aggregates for concrete.
BS4027 Sulphate resisting Portland Cement
BS5070 Concrete admixtures.
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Part 1 Specification for accelerating admixtures, retarding admixtures

and water-reducing admixtures.
Part 2 Specification for air-entraining admixtures.
BS5328 Part 1 to 4
BS7583 Portland Limestone Cement
BS8298 Code of Practice Design, Manufacture and Installation of Natural

Stone Cladding and Lining.
ASTM C475 Standard Specification for Joint Compound and Joint Tape for
Finishing Gypsum Board
ASTM C514 Standard Specification for Nails for the Application of Gypsum Board
ASTM C645 Standard Specification for Non-structural Steel Framing Members
ASTM C665 Standard Specification for Mineral-Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation for
Light Frame Construction and Manufactured Housing
ASTM C754 Standard Specification for Installation of Steel Framing Members to

Receive Screw-Attached Gypsum Panel Products
ASTM C840 Standard Specification for Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board
ASTM C1002 Standard Specification for Steel Drill Screws for the Application of
Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases
ASTM C1047 Standard Specification for Accessories for Gypsum Wallboard and
Gypsum Veneer Base
ASTM C1178 Standard Specification for Coated Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum
Backing Panel
ASTM C1288 Standard Specification for Discrete Non-Asbestos Fiber-Cement

Interior Substrate Sheets
ASTM C1325 Standard Specification for Non-Asbestos Fiber-Mat Reinforced

Cement Substrate Sheets
ASTM C1396 Standard Specification for Gypsum Board
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ASTM E 90 Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound

Transmission Loss of Building Partitions and Elements
ASTM F 1667 Standard Specification for Driven Fasteners: Nails, Spikes, and
Staples
IBC International Building Code
GA 214 Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish
GA 216 Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products.
SCAQMD Rl 1168Adhesive and Sealant Applications.
UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Fire Resistance Directory
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.
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For Conference Rooms and Meeting Rooms : STC shall achieve minimum acoustic
of STC53 on all walls, including walls adjoining private offices and/or any other room
space for teleconference/meeting room use.
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 100 gm/sq.m
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
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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
[Applicable to proposed Wall Type 5]

One-hour fire-rated drywall system shall be USG Boral FIRESTOP® Drywall
Partition system or approved equivalent.
One (1) layer of 16mm thick fire-rated gypsum fiber panel clad on both sides of
100mm studs system to form an overall wall thickness of approximately
132mm (without wall finishes). Cavity shall be filled with rockwool insulation for
enhanced STC.
Alternative drywall system & built-ups may be submitted to the Architect

provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative proposal comply 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
[Applicable to proposed Wall Type 4]

Two-hour fire-rated drywall system shall be USG Boral FIRESTOP® Drywall
Partition system or approved equivalent.
Two (2) layers of 13mm thick fire-rated gypsum fiber panel clad on both sides
of 90mm studs system to form an overall wall thickness of approximately
142mm (without wall finishes). Cavity shall be filled with rockwool insulation for
enhanced STC.
Alternative drywall system & built-ups may be submitted to the Architect

provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative proposal comply with the
requirements of the standards specified as well as relevant local authority Fire
Code requirements and FM Global Standards.
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d) 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:
i. 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.
ii. 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.
iii. Do not splice vertical metal stud members.
iv. 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.
v. 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.
vi. Provide all braced framing of steel stud framing as detailed in shop
drawings. Use only mechanical attachment or welding as required per
AISI Specification.
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vii. 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.
viii. 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.
ix. Steel stud framing system shall require to be provided taking into
consideration of load/ weight of proposed door, glazing, glass partition
whichever openings provision deem required & specified in drawings &
schedule.
e) Lining - Fire-rated Gypsum Fiber Board
The lining material shall be 13 mm thick, high abuse resistance, USG Boral
FIBEROCK® Board or approved equivalent.
Characteristics of Fiber-reinforced Gypsum Panels
Panel Composite 13mm thick fiber reinforced gypsum core, with 2.5mm
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.
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Edge Configuration Long edges tapered; ends cut square
f) Installation of Abuse Resistant Gypsum Fiber Board
i. Install gypsum fiberboard in strict accordance with Manufacturer’s

instructions, GA 216, and UL Fire Resistance Directory/Installation
Requirement.
ii. 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.
iii. Treat cut edges, holes, fastener heads, and joints, including those at
angle intersections with partition paper tapes and All-Purpose Ready-
mixed joint compound.
iv. Place gypsum fibre board panels over supporting framing members with
panel ends aligning and parallel with framing members.
v. 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.
g) Insulation
All partition shall be filled with termite resistant Acoustical Fire Slab 100kg/m3
density, min. 50mm thick rockwool slab, to give an overall STC50 to the
Drywall system.
Acoustic 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)
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Moisture Resistance Absorb less than 0.02 Vol % (ASTM C1104/1104M)
Water Absorption Less than 1% (BS 2972:75)
Melting Point Approximately 1000 oC
Sound Absorption ASTM C423
Frequency Hz
125250500100020004000NRC* (Noise Reduction Coefficient)
Thickness (75mm) 0.540.811.101.101.031.011.03
Tested and approved in accordance to SIRIM and SPRING
Conforms to BS 3958 : Part 5 : 1986. “Specification for bonded Man-made

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

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

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

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

products is neutral or slightly alkaline
i) Sound and Thermal Insulation Control
i. All partition shall be filled with termite resistant Acoustical Fire Slab
100kg/m3 density, min. 50mm thick rockwool slab; to give an overall
STC50 to the Drywall system.
ii. Seal all perimeter gaps of the wall frame system with acoustical sealant
prior to installation of gypsum panel, for maximum sound transmission
loss.
iii. 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.
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iv. 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.
j) Installation of Control and Expansion Joint
i. Gypsum base assemblies shall be isolated with control joints or other

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

dissimilar wall or ceiling;
b. A ceiling abuts a structural element, dissimilar wall or partition or

other vertical penetration;
c. Construction changes within the plane of the partition or ceiling;
d. Partition or furring run exceeds 9000mm;
e. Ceiling dimensions exceed 15000mm in either direction with

perimeter relief, 9000mm without relief;
f. Expansion or control joints occur in the based exterior wall.
ii. 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.
iii. At locations indicated on the approved shop drawings.
iv. 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.
k) Installation of Accessory Trims & Beads
i. 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.
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ii. 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.
l) Joint Treatment
i. 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.
ii. 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.
iii. Sand after second and third applications of joint compound. Take
precautions not to raise nap of paper when sanding.
m) Gypsum Accessories
i. 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.
ii. 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)
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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)
iii. Edge Reinforcement
Material: L-shaped or J-shaped Casing bead
iv. 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.
v. 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.
vi. Joint Tape - 50mm width fibreglass reinforced paper tape conforms to
requirements of ASTM C475.
vii. 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.
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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/ PU/ epoxy/ 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
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The panels on both sides of the cavity type partition generally comprised of approved
quality 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.
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3.11 GLAZING
[Applicable to proposed Wall Type 8 & 10]
All glazed panels to the partitions shall have solid aluminium or stainless steel or
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 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.
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3.13 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 the full storey height inclusive of security
screen and one double leaf door all as specified. The length of the partition shall
consist of three panels and totaling 12’0” long. Counter-proposed size of mock-up
partition shall obtain Architect’s clearance.
3.14 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 components & adjacent trades.
3.15 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.
3.16 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
Promptly remove any residual joint compound from adjacent surfaces, and where
ever to the clean room standard.
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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.
3.17 ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS & SPECIFICATIONS AND TENDER
3.17.1 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.
3.18 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.
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3.19 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.
3.20 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.
3.21.1 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.
3.21.2 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.
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3.22 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.
3.22.1 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.
3.23.2 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.
3.23.3 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.
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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.
3.23.4 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.
3.23.5 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.
3.23.6 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
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as installed and as requested by the Architect. These drawings and photographs

shall be specially prepared for record purpose
3.23.7 The Contractor shall submit a maintenance manual for all systems.
3.24 Manufacturers & Installers
Manufacturers and installers shall have proven achievement experience in similar

work for at least 3 years and are subject to approval by the Architect.
3.25 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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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 1230 Pt 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. Code of

AS 1604 Specification for preservative treatment-sawn and round timber

BS5328 Concrete parts 1, 2 & 3.

CP297 Precast concrete cladding non-load bearing.

BS8297 Superseding BS297.

BS1217 Cast stone

BS12 Specification for ordinary and rapid hardening Portland cement.

BS146 Portland-blast furnace cement.

BS410 Specification for test sieves.

BS882 Specification for aggregates from natural sources for concrete.

BS1014 Pigments for Portland cement and Portland products.

BS1881 Methods of testing concrete.

Part 111 Method of normal during of test specimens (20C method).

Part 116 Method for determination of compressive strength of concrete cubes.

BS3797 Specification for lightweight aggregates for concrete.

BS4027 Sulphate resisting Portland Cement

BS5070 Concrete admixtures.

Part 1 Specification for accelerating admixtures, retarding admixtures

Part 2 Specification for air-entraining admixtures.

BS7583 Portland Limestone Cement

BS8298 Code of Practice Design, Manufacture and Installation of Natural

ASTM C645 Standard Specification for Non-structural Steel Framing Members

ASTM C754 Standard Specification for Installation of Steel Framing Members to

ASTM C1288 Standard Specification for Discrete Non-Asbestos Fiber-Cement

ASTM C1325 Standard Specification for Non-Asbestos Fiber-Mat Reinforced

ASTM C1396 Standard Specification for Gypsum Board

ASTM E 90 Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound

IBC International Building Code

GA 214 Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish

GA 216 Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products.

SCAQMD Rl 1168Adhesive and Sealant Applications.

UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Fire Resistance Directory

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)

Surface Water Resistance 100 gm/sq.m

Average Water Absorption 2.6%

Determination of Moisture Content 13.8%

Determination of Moisture Movement 0.03%

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

[Applicable to proposed Wall Type 5]

Alternative drywall system & built-ups may be submitted to the Architect