Knauf Safeboard
Knauf Safeboard
Size: 12.5mm x 625mm x 2400mm
Innovative X-ray-resistant plasterboard designed for use in walls where radiation shielding is required.
- Effective radiation shielding
- Lead-free solution
- Regulation compliant
- Easy to install
Knauf Safeboard for Walls
Product Description
With a barium sulphate-enhanced core, Knauf Safeboard effectively reduces the need for lead in X-ray shielding partitions, making it a safe and efficient choice for subcontractors working on healthcare, dental, and veterinary projects.
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Knauf Safeboard - X-ray Resistant
Specifications
Knauf Safeboard is a specialised X-ray-resistant plasterboard that finds applications in various settings where radiation shielding is necessary.
- 12.5mm thickness
- 625mm width
- 2400mm length
- Ivory face paper
- Brown reverse side
- Yellow core with barium sulphate
- Tapered edges (rounded)
- Density: 1424kg/m³ (12.5mm board)
- Weight: 17.8kg/m² (12.5mm board)
- Compliant with EN 520 Types D and F
By incorporating Knauf Safeboard into their projects, subcontractors can ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations while providing a safe and efficient working environment for healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Uses
Knauf Safeboard is a specialised X-ray-resistant plasterboard that finds applications in various settings where radiation shielding is necessary. It is commonly used in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals, dental clinics, and veterinary practices, where X-ray equipment is frequently employed for diagnostic purposes.
The barium sulphate-enhanced core of Knauf Safeboard allows it to effectively absorb and block X-ray radiation, reducing the need for lead shielding in partition walls. Subcontractors rely on Knauf Safeboard to construct X-ray rooms, CT scan rooms, and other areas where radiation protection is crucial. The plasterboard can be easily installed horizontally on walls, with tapered edges allowing for seamless joint finishing.
By incorporating Knauf Safeboard into their projects, subcontractors can ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations while providing a safe and efficient working environment for healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Installation Tips and Best Practices
1.
Ensure the wall framing is properly aligned and spaced according to the board dimensions. Check that the framing is suitable for supporting the weight of the Knauf Safeboard.
2.
Install Knauf Safeboard horizontally, with the ivory face side, facing outwards. Stagger the joints between each layer of plasterboard to maintain structural integrity.
3.
Use Knauf Drywall Screws to fix Knauf Safeboard to the wall framing. Maintain appropriate screw spacing intervals as per the manufacturer's guidelines. Ensure that the screws are slightly recessed into the board surface without breaking the face paper.
4.
Fill the joints between the boards using the Knauf Safeboard Joint Filler, which is specifically formulated for use with X-ray-resistant plasterboard. Apply the joint filler in thin layers, allowing each coat to dry before applying the next. Once the joint filler is completely dry, sand it smooth to achieve a seamless finish.
5.
Check that all joints and screw heads are properly filled and sanded. Ensure that the installation adheres to the manufacturer's guidelines and any relevant building regulations.
Efficient X-Ray Protection With Knauf Safeboard
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Knauf Safeboard for Walls
Knauf Safeboard is an innovative X-ray-resistant plasterboard designed for use in walls where radiation shielding is required. With a barium sulphate-enhanced core, Knauf Safeboard effectively reduces the need for lead in X-ray shielding partitions, making it a safe and efficient choice for subcontractors working on healthcare, dental, and veterinary projects.
- 12.5mm thickness
- 625mm width
- 2400mm length
- Ivory face paper
- Brown reverse side
- Yellow core with barium sulphate
- Tapered edges (rounded)
- Density: 1424kg/m³ (12.5mm board)
- Weight: 17.8kg/m² (12.5mm board)
- Compliant with EN 520 Types D and F
What Is Knauf Safeboard Used For?
Knauf Safeboard is a specialised X-ray-resistant plasterboard that finds applications in various settings where radiation shielding is necessary. It is commonly used in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals, dental clinics, and veterinary practices, where X-ray equipment is frequently employed for diagnostic purposes.
The barium sulphate-enhanced core of Knauf Safeboard allows it to effectively absorb and block X-ray radiation, reducing the need for lead shielding in partition walls. Subcontractors rely on Knauf Safeboard to construct X-ray rooms, CT scan rooms, and other areas where radiation protection is crucial. The plasterboard can be easily installed horizontally on walls, with tapered edges allowing for seamless joint finishing.
By incorporating Knauf Safeboard into their projects, subcontractors can ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations while providing a safe and efficient working environment for healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Compliance and Certification of Knauf Safeboard
Knauf Safeboard is fully compliant with EN 520 Types D and F, the European standards for gypsum plasterboards used in specific applications. Type D refers to plasterboards with controlled density, while Type F denotes boards with improved core cohesion at high temperatures. By meeting these standards, Knauf Safeboard demonstrates its ability to provide effective X-ray shielding and maintain its structural integrity in demanding environments.
In addition to its EN 520 compliance, Knauf Safeboard has been independently tested and certified by leading industry bodies. These certifications further validate the product's quality and performance, giving you peace of mind when specifying Knauf Safeboard for your X-ray shielding projects.
Struggling to Find Knauf Safeboard?
Building Materials Nationwide offers dedicated support through our trade accounts. Your personal Trade Account Manager is just a phone call away, ready to help you find Knauf Safeboard quickly.
With years of experience in the construction industry, they have the knowledge and expertise to answer any questions you may have about the product and its applications. Our extensive network of suppliers ensures that even if Knauf Safeboard is not readily available, we can track it down and deliver it to your job site in no time.
Your Trade Account Manager will work tirelessly to provide personalised support and expert advice on Knauf Safeboard and other hard-to-find materials, ensuring that you have the products you need to keep your projects running smoothly and your clients satisfied.