Research and Development

Outstanding technical performance, impressive water and mould resistance, GTEC Aqua Board from Lafarge is the latest innovation in gypsum board. Launched following extensive testing and rigorous quality inspection, GTEC Aqua board offers a new dimension in gypsum board solutions for wet envirionments for both internal and external applications.

GTEC Aqua Board is an orange-coloured, taper edged gypsum board. Complying with pr EN 15283 Part 1, GTEC Aqua Board has been formulated to offer a water and mould resistant performance.

Features:
• Stands up to wet climate
• Water  resistant
• Suitable for ceramic tile or paint finish
• Easy to joint
• Easy to fix - no pre-drilling required
• Easy to cut
• Can be left outside without protection
• Easy to handle - lighter than cement particle boards (10.8kg/m2)
• High dimensional stability

New GTEC™ Aqua ‘850’ Board targets DIY refurbishment market
We are pleased to announce the latest addition to our innovative GTEC Aqua Board range.  The new easy to handle size of 1200mm x 850mm will be available from January 2009.   GTEC Aqua Board can be used in wet environments as a tile backer for walls and makes it an ideal solution for bathrooms, showers, wet rooms and kitchens. 

Below is a list of the literature relevant to GTEC Aqua Board:

Launched in January 2008, GTEC Socket Pads make up part of the Lafarge fire suppresion package, and protect the fire and acoustic integrity of partitions where sockets are used. They come in two sizes, single and double, to correlate with the different sizes of sockets and are commonly known in the industry as 'putty pads'.

 

The pads are pre-cut to size in the shape of a cruciform to ensure minimal waste and to shortern the time needed to install the pad lining inside a socket. Robust Detail status has also recently been achieved.

 

PREGYBEL's superior appearance provides an additional benefit for large open ceilings and walls, where the look is just as important as acoustic performance. Its sound absorption performance helps to create a truly acoustic ambience.

 

The major benefit of this solution is the ease of installation, due to the protective glass mat, which is glued to the back of the board, preventing dust emission. The protective mat enables a complete one-step installation, which saves time and results in increased on site productivity and overall cost effectiveness.

Forming part of our fire suppresion package, GTEC Intumescent Acoustic Sealant Foil Refills and the associated Acoustic Sealant Foil Mastic Gun were launched in February and are available and in stock now.

 

Each refill contains the same sealant as we currently sell in cartridge form, but in a 600ml size. The new products also offer several additional benefits:

 

§ The foil pack provides a significant reduction in size after use, ensuring less waste on site.

§ Each gun is supplied with ten free nozzles.

§ Customers are also entitled to one free gun per 15 boxes of foil refills that they order, providing the order for 15 boxes is made at one time.