Performer for Educational Projects: Performer PFE3/08
Knauf Performer is our most versatile partition solution, able to meet nearly every performance requirement.
Description
Performer is Knauf's most versatile partition solution and is able to meet nearly every performance requirement. It is lightweight, strong and easy to install and can be specified with confidence for a large range of applications.
Features and benefits:
- Versatile, light, fast and easy to install.
- System can utilize the entire range of boards.
- Optimized solutions to meet sector specific requirements.
- Minimum amount of components required to construct.
- Comprehensively tested, developed and site-proven.
To be installed in accordance with Knauf’s recommendations and British Standards BS 8212-1995 and BS 8000-8:1994.
For fire rated walls – socket penetrations, use Knauf Putty Pads.
General information
Uniclass 2015 | |
CAWS | K10/125 Metal stud partition system K10/30 Metal stud |
Specification data - Gypsum board partition systems
Product Reference | Performer for Educational Projects: Performer PFE3/08 |
Framing | - |
Stud configuration | 70 mm Knauf Acoustic 'C' stud, 0.6 gauge |
Framing centres | 300 mm400 mmFor areas to receive a ceramic tiled finish. 600 mmStandard. |
Head/ Floor channel | 72 mm Knauf ‘U’ ChannelUtilising 72 mm Knauf Deep Flange 'U' Channel if deflection allowance is specified. |
Fixing | Knauf Nailable plugs at maximum 600 mm centresWhere alternative fixings are used to meet performance constraint confirmation is required from supplier. |
Lining | - |
Type | One layer of 15 mm Knauf Impact Panel to each side |
Horizontal board joints | Knauf Flat Fixing Plate |
Lining fixings | Knauf Drywall ScrewsKnauf Performance Plus ScrewsTo be used with Knauf Performance Plus and Knauf Soundshield Plus Boards. |
Perimeter Sealing | Two continuous beads of Knauf Sealant on Head/ Floor ChannelsKnauf Intumescent and Acoustic Mastic |
Insulation | 50 mm Knauf Earthwool Acoustic Roll |
Head condition | Structural soffit |
Deflection allowance | To be determined by a structural engineer. Consult manufacturer for information. |
Head track fillets | Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
Head insulation detail | RequiredNot required |
Finishing | Taped and Jointed for a Seamless finish using Knauf Jointing ProductsTaped and skimmed with Knauf Finishing PlasterKnauf RMF [Ready Mixed Finishing] in accordance with General clauses |
Standard product features | Fire resistance (BS 476: Part 22 Integrity and Insulation): 60 minutes. Acoustic rating (when tested to BS EN 10140-2:2010): 50 Rw dB. Partition thickness: 102 mm (excluding finishes). Maximum partition height (based on limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa): 4000 mm. Duty rating (BS 5234: Part 2 Section 1.6.2 and 1.6.3): Severe. |
Product Options | Framing: - Stud configuration: Reduce stud centres to 400 mm maximum for areas to receive a ceramic tiled finish when using Knauf Plasterboard. Head insulation detail: Knauf Earthwool Building Slab Insulation RS60 retained by Knauf 25 x 50 mm angle sections at head of partition. |
Digital objects
| Platform | Compatible | Version | Certified to |
|---|---|---|---|
 Revit | Revit 2017 | 1 | 1.3 |
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