Caparol UK CAPAROL EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION SYSTEMS
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1. 100 mm m 2 l l o 6 o7 oJ o3 s 0 4 l 7 oJ He 100 mm 200 mm fo o fo fo af te ae fo o o o o o fo Le o o 9 ho oo co fo 100 mm t 2 hd 2 hd ne 22 S 16 8 To fit around details such as doors and windows the boards may be cut with a sharp knife or a finetooth saw If required purpose made window sills are fitted They are designed to prevent water ingress and incorporate drips to shed water clear of the system 16 9 Installation continues until the whole wall is completely covered including where appropriate the building soffits 16 10 Prior to the application of the reinforcement coat pre compressed sealing tape is inserted at window and door frames overhanging eaves gas and electric meter boxes and wall vents or where the render abuts any other building material or surface Alternatively gun applied joint sealants or the use of proprietary sealing beads can be used in accordance with the Certificate holder s ins2. substrate adhesive mortar insulation mechanical fixing basecoat render with reinforcement mesh topcoat primer and render 16 24 On completion of the installation external fittings eg rainwater goods are securely fixed to timber grounds or extended fixings that have been built into the system during installation 17 Investigations 17 1 The system was examined and assessed by an independent laboratory to determine e fire performance e bond strength e hygrothermal performance e resistance to frost e resistance to impact e water vapour permeability 17 2 An examination was made of data relating to e fire propagation tests e surface spread of flame tests e thermal conductivity 17 3 The manufacturing process was evaluated including the methods adopted for quality control and details were obtained of the quality and composition of materials used 17 4 Visits to existing sites were undertaken to assess performance in service Page 17 of 19 Bibliography BS 5250 2011 Code of practice for control of condensation in buildings BS 8000 3 2001 Workmanship on building sites Code of practice for masonry BS EN 197 1 2011 Cement Composition specifications and conformity criteria for common cements BS EN 1062 1 2004 Paints and varnishes Coating materials and coating systems for exterior masonry and concrete Classification BS
3. Graphite White White Graphite Graphite Graphite W mr2 K 1 EPS EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS EPS EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS 0 038 0 037 0 032 0 031 0 030 0 038 0 037 0 032 0 031 0 030 215 mm Brickwork 0 56 W mr K7 200 mm Dense blockwork X 1 75 W m K7 0 19 210 210 180 170 170 220 210 190 180 180 0 25 150 150 130 120 120 160 160 140 130 130 0 26 140 140 120 120 120 150 150 130 130 120 0 28 130 130 110 110 110 140 140 120 120 110 0 30 120 120 100 100 100 130 130 110 110 100 0 35 100 100 90 80 80 110 110 90 90 90 1 Wall construction inclusive of 13 mm plaster 0 57 W m K7 5 mm render 1 0 W m K1 Brickwork protected with 17 1 mortar or dense blockwork with 6 7 mortar 0 88 W m K EPS insulation X as per Table 3 2 Calculation based on a system that included seven galvanized steel fixings with 8 mm diameter and point thermal transmittance X 0 004 W K per m Use of other types of fixings should be calculated in accordance with BS EN ISO 6946 2007 3 Based upon incremental insulation thickness of 10 mm Table 5 Insulation thickness required to achieve U value 2I 3 using stainless steel fixings 60 year durability Thickness of insulation mm U value White White Graphite Graphite Graphite White White Graphite Graphite Graphite W m2 K EPS EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS EPS EPS enhanced EPS enhanced EPS en
4. mechanical fixing basecoat render with reinforcement mesh topcoat primer and render Page 15 of 19 Figure 9 Insulated window detail substrate AN XS f i adhesive mortar i lt X K xK insulation jt oN mechanical fixing KASAS basecoat render with X h reinforcement mesh topcoat primer and render iS foam protection strip sealed to window frame EEE a aia corner bead SE BGS lees temporary protecting strip E Ca removed upon completion of render finish m P T head detail aluminium window Al head detail PVC window l stop end protector render guide foam sealed to window frame render double layer of mesh Of typical reveal detail Figure 10 External corner detail PAVAS as substrate Ps Hs adhesive mortar aor I A eo cou mechanical fixing 5 insulation basecoat render with reinforcement mesh SS open joints between insulation boards up to a maximum of 10 mm filled with PU foam topcoat primer and render corner bead Page 16 of 19 Figure 11 Window sill detail foam sealing strip
5. Concrete bric 8 AO 0 6 0 9 SDF K plus 04 0064 Concrete bric 8 60 5 15 Termoz WS 8N 03 0019 Concrete bric 8 50 5 12 7 8 The resistance forces data given in Table 7 are the results of calculations based upon pull through resistances determined by the BBA from tests on anchors with 60 mm and 90 mm diameter plates Table 7 Design pull through resistances Factor Insulation Graphite enhanced white EPS Thickness mm gt 60 gt 90 Tensile resistance of insulation kPa gt 100 gt 100 Plate diameter of anchor mm 60 90 Characteristic pullthrough resistance per anchor N 415 450 Factor of safety 2 5 25 Design pullthrough resistance N 166 180 1 Pullthrough resistance of insulation over the head of the fixing 2 The safety factor of 2 5 is based on the assumption that all insulation boards are quality controlled and tested to establish tensile strength perpendicular to the face of the slab Impact resistance 7 9 Hard body impact tests were carried out in accordance with ETAG 004 2013 The system can be classed as having Use Categories to III as shown in Table 8 Table 8 Use Categories Rendering system basecoat with finishing coats Single standard mesh Caparol System Carbon Plaster Finish Category Il Caparol System Pro Plaster 1 The use categories are defined in ETAG 004 2013 as e Category a zone readily accessible at ground level to the public and vulnerable to hard body imp
6. Each available in sizes up to 1200 mm by 600 mm in a range of thicknesses from 20 mm to 400 mm in increments of 10 mm with a nominal density of 15 kg m 3 a minimum compressive strength of ZO kN m and tensile resistance of 100 kN m Boards are manufactured so as to comply with the requirements for type FRA flame retardant additive material to BS EN 13163 2012 Mechanical fixings mechanical fixings anchors with adequate length to suit the substrate and the insulation thickness and selected from Ejot STR U polyethylene PE HD with steel or electro galvanized pins Ejot SDK U polyethylene PE HD with steel or electro galvanized pins Ejot NK U polyethylene PE HD with steel or electro galvanized pins Ejot NTK U polyethylene PE HD with polyamide or PA pins SDF K plus polyamide with steel or electrogalvanized pins Termoz WS 8N polyamide with steel or electro galvanized pins 1 Other fixings may be used provided they can be demonstrated to have equal or higher pullout and plate stiffness characteristics Basecoat Caparol System Pro Base Caparol System Carbon Base basecoats comprising limestone sand conforming to BS EN 13139 2002 cement conforming to BS EN 197 1 2011 and additives Supplied as a powder to which clean water is added Reinforcement Caparol System Mesh 1 10 m wide mesh 4 mm by 4 mm of multi stranded alkali resistant glassfibres with a polymer coating and
7. On existing buildings purpose made sills must be fitted to extend beyond the finished face of the system New buildings should incorporate suitably deep sills Page 11 of 19 14 7 Internal wet work eg screeding or plastering should be completed and allowed to dry prior to the application of a system 15 Approved installers Application of the system within the context of this Certificate must be carried out by installers approved by the Certificate holder A Certificate holder approved installer is a company e employing operatives who have been trained and approved by the Certificate holder to install the system and has operatives who upon completion of their training have been issued with an appropriate identification card by the Certificate holder e which has undertaken to comply with the Certificate holder s application procedure containing the requirement for each application team to include at least one member operative trained by the Certificate holder e subject to at least one inspection per annum by the Certificate holder to ensure suitable site practices are being employed This may include unannounced site inspections ion 16 Procedure General 16 1 Application is carried out in accordance with the Certificate holder s current installation instructions 16 2 Weather conditions should be monitored to ensure correct application and curing conditions Application of coating materials must not be carried out at
8. exposure to sunlight either by storing opened packs under cover or recovering with opaque polythene sheeting Care must be taken to avoid contact with solvents or materials containing volatile organic components The boards must not be exposed to open flame or other ignition sources 3 5 The powder and paste components must be stored in a safe area in dry conditions off the ground and be protected from excessive heat moisture and frost Contaminated materials should be discarded Assessment and Technical Investigations The following is a summary of the assessment and technical investigations carried out on the Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems 4 General 4 1 The Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems when installed in accordance with this Certificate is effective in reducing the thermal transmittance U value of walls of new and existing buildings It is essential that the detailing techniques specitied in this Certificate are carried out to a high standard if the ingress of water into the insulation is to be avoided and the full thermal benefit obtained from treatment with the system Only details specified by the Certificate holder should be used Page 5 of 19 4 2 The system will improve the weather resistance of a wall and provide a decorative finish However it should only be installed where there are no signs of dampness on the inner surface of the w
9. 2 and 20 and 7 1 7012 Aspect 1012 See section 6 2 of this Certificate Regulation 12 Building standards applicable to conversions Comment All comments given for the system under Regulation 9 Standards 1 to 6 also apply to this Regulation with reference to O 12 102 and Schedule 6012 1 Technical Handbook Domestic 2 Technical Handbook Non Domestic 4 The Building Regulations Northern Ireland 2012 5 Regulation 23 Fitness of materials and workmanship Comment The system is acceptable See sections 13 1 and 13 2 and the Installation part of this Certificate Page 2 of 19 Regulation 28 b Resistance to moisture and weather Comment The system provides a degree of protection against rain ingress See sections 4 4 10 1 of this Certificate Regulation 29 Condensation Comment The system can contribute to minimising the risk of interstitial and surface condensation See sections 11 2 and 11 4 of this Certificate Regulation 30 Stability Comment The system can sustain and transmit wind loads to the substrate wall See section 7 4 of this Certificate Regulation 36 a External fire spread Comment The system can meet this Regulation See sections 8 1 to 8 4 of this Certificate Regulation 39 a i Conservation measures Comment The system can contribute to satisfying this Regulation See sections 6 2 and 6 3 of this Certificate Regulation 40 Target carbon dioxide emission rate Comment Th
10. A _N APPROVAL Caparol UK BBA i CERTIFICATION Whitebridge Way TECHNICAL APPROVALS FOR CONSTRUCTION Stone Staffordshire ST15 8JS Agr ment Certificate Tel 01785 811191 Fax 01785 818144 email info caparol co uk 13 5009 website www caparol co uk Product Sheet 1 CAPAROL EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION SYSTEMS CAPAROL SYSTEM PRO AND CAPAROL SYSTEM CARBON EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION SYSTEMS This Agr ment Certificate Product Sheet relates to the Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems comprising white EPS or graphite enhanced EPS insulation boards mechanicallytixed with supplementary adhesive with a reinforced basecoat and render finishes It is suitable for use on the outside of external walls in new and existing domestic and non domestic buildings 1 Hereinafter referred to as Certificate CERTIFICATION INCLUDES factors relating to compliance with Building Regulations where applicable e factors relating to additional non regulatory information where applicable independently verified technical specification assessment criteria and technical investigations design considerations installation guidance regular surveillance of production formal three yearly review KEY FACTORS ASSESSED Thermal performance the system can be used to improve the thermal performance of external walls and can contribute to satistying the requirements of the national Building R
11. EN 1990 2002 Eurocode Basis of structural design BS EN 1991 1 4 2005 Eurocode Actions on structures General actions Wind actions BS EN 1996 2 2006 Eurocode 6 Design of masonry structures Design considerations selection of materials and execution of masonry BS EN 13139 2002 Aggregates for mortar BS EN 13163 2012 Thermal insulation products for buildings Factory made expanded polystyrene EPS products Specification BS EN 13501 1 2007 Fire classification of construction products and building elements Classification using test data from reaction to fire tests BS EN 13914 1 2005 Design preparation and application of external rendering and internal plastering External rendering BS EN ISO 6946 2007 Building components and building elements Thermal resistance and thermal transmittance Calculation method BS EN ISO 9001 2008 Quality management systems Requirements BS EN ISO 10456 2007 Building materials and product Hygrothermal properties Tabulated design values and procedures for determining declared and design thermal values ETAG 004 2013 Guideline for European Technical Approval of External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems with Rendering ETAG 014 2011 Guideline for European Technical Approval of Plastic Anchors for fixing of External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems with Rendering BRE Report 135 BR 135 2013 Fire performance of external thermal insulation fo
12. a nominal weight of 160 g m Page 3 of 19 Primer Caparol System Top Primer P Caparol System Top Primer Sc acrylic based emulsions containing fine fillers pigment and a coalescing agent used as a bonding medium and pre coat to control suction Render finish Caparol System Carbon Plaster Finish pre coloured ready mixed silicone based textured coatings Caparol System Pro Plaster pre coloured render comprising limestone sand conforming to BS EN 13139 2002 cement conforming to BS EN 197 1 2011 and polymers Supplied as a powder to which clean water is added Figure 1 Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems substrate adhesive expanded polystyrene insulation board if h A Ifi z oo mechanical fixing glassfibre mesh embedded in basecoat _ primer decorative render finish 1 2 Ancillary materials also used with the system but outside of the scope of this Certificate e Caparol profiles comprising aluminium PVC U or stai ium PVC U or stai nless steel base profile n ium PVC U or stainless steel corner profile with optional PVC U nosing n n alumi ess steel edge profile alumi ium PVC U or stai ium PVC U or stai aluminium PVC U or stainless steel expansion joint n n alumin ess steel render stop profile alumin ess steel movement joint e Capar
13. acts but not subjected to abnormally rough use e Category Il a zone liable to impacts from thrown or kicked objects but in public locations where the height of the system will limit the size of the impact or at lower levels where access to the building is primarily to those with some incentive to exercise care e Category Ill a zone not likely to be damaged by normal impacts caused by people or by thrown or kicked objects Page 8 of 19 8 Behaviour in relation to fire 8 1 The reaction to fire classification for the system is as indicated in Table 9 in accordance with 3 BS EN 13501 1 2007 Table 9 System fire classifications Rendering system Classification Caparol System Pro Plaster B s1 dO Caparol System Carbon Plaster Finish B s2 dO 8 2 The fire classification applies to the full range of thicknesses covered by this Certificate 8 3 The system is restricted for use in buildings up to 18 metres in height 8 4 For houses in Scotland and for all buildings in England and Wales and Northern Ireland the system is suitable for use on or at any distance from the boundary 39 than one metre from the boundary 8 6 The system is not classified as non combustible therefore calculations for unprotected areas may apply dependent on the fire resistance characteristics of the wall Fo For flats and maisonettes and non domestic buildings in Scotland the system is suitable only for use more 8 7 For
14. aintained in accordance with the conditions set out in this Certificate 5 Practicability of installation The system should only be installed by specialised contractors who have successfully undergone training and registration by the Certificate holder Note The BBA operates a UKAS Accredited Approved Installer Scheme for external wall insulation details of approved installer companies are included on the BBA s website www bbacerts co uk 6 Thermal performance 6 1 Calculations of thermal transmittance U value should be carried out in accordance with BS EN ISO 6946 2007 and BRE Report 443 2006 using the declared thermal conductivity of the insulation Xj value given in Table 3 Table 3 Thermal conductivity of the insulation Np value Insulation types Thicknesses mm Thermal conductivi W m K White EPS Caparol EPS 038 20 to 400 0 038 Caparol EPS 037 0 037 Graphite enhanced EPS Caparol EPS 030 0 030 Caparol EPS 031 ZOA 0 031 Caparol EPS 032 0 032 insulating value of the substrate masonry and its internal finish Calculated U values for example constructions are Are The U value of a completed wall will depend on the selected insulation thickness the fixing method the given in Tables 4 and 5 Page 6 of 19 Table 4 Insulation thickness required to achieve U value 5 using galvanized steel fixings 30 year durability Thickness of insulation mm U value White White Graphite Graphite
15. al condensation when they are 53m designed and constructed in accordance with BS 5250 2011 section 4 and Annexes D and G 11 5 The water vapour resistance y factor for the insulation boards and render systems is as follows Table 10 Water vapour resistance p Water vapour Water vapour air layer resistance thickness p m Expanded polystyrene white graphite enhanced 20 to 40123 Caparol System Pro Base Caparol System Pro Plaster 0 20 Caparol System Carbon Base Caparol System Carbon Plaster Finish 0 28 1 The render system comprises basecoat reinforcing mesh and finishes 2 lt is recommended to use the lower figure when assessing the condensation risk analysis 12 Maintenance and repair f 12 1 Regular checks should be made on the installed system including 5 e visual inspection of the render for signs of damage Cracks in the render exceeding 0 2 mm must be repaired e examination of the sealant around openings and service entry points e visual inspection of architectural details designed to shed water to confirm that they are performing properly e visual inspection to ensure that water is not leaking from external downpipes or gutters such leakage could penetrate the rendering e necessary repairs effected immediately and the sealant joints at window and door frames replaced at regular intervals e maintenance schedules which should include the replacement and resealing of joints for
16. all other than those caused solely by condensation 4 3 The system is for application to the outside of external walls of masonry or dense or nofines concrete construction either with or without render on new or existing domestic and non domestic buildings up to 18 metres in height Prior to installation of the system the wall surfaces should comply with section 14 of this Certificate ES recommendations of e BS EN 1996 2 2006 in that the designer should select a construction appropriate to the local wind driven rain index paying due regard to the design detailing workmanship and materials to be used e BS 8000 3 2001 4 5 Other new buildings not subject to regulatory requirements should also be built in accordance with the Standards identified in section 4 4 4 New walls subject to national Building Regulations should be constructed in accordance with the relevant 4 6 The effect of the installation of the insulation system on the acoustic performance of a construction is outside the scope of this Certificate 4 7 The fixing of rainwater goods satellite dishes clothes lines hanging baskets and similar items is outside the scope of this Certificate 4 8 External plumbing should also be removed before installation and alterations made to underground drainage where appropriate to accommodate repositioning of the plumbing to the finished face of the system 4 9 lt is essential that the insulation system is installed and m
17. application to second storey walls and above it is recommended that the designer considers at least one stainless steel fixing per square metre and fire barriers in line with compartment walls and floors as advised in BRE Report BR 135 2013 see Figure 2 Figure 2 Fire barrier details O S t substrate adhesive mortar EPS insulation board fire break position in conjunction with floor construction i 200 mm continuous strip of lamella Mineral Wool fire class O basecoat and reinforced mesh 9 Proximity of flues and appliances Where a system is installed in close proximity to certain flue pipes the relevant provisions of the national Building Regulations should be met England and Wales Approved Document J Page 9 of 19 Scotland Mandatory Standard 3 19 clause 3 19 4012 1 Technical Handbook Domestic 2 Technical Handbook Non Domestic Northern Ireland Technical Booklet L 10 Water resistance 53 walls are adequately weathertight prior to application of the system The insulation system shall only be installed where there are no signs of dampness on the inner surface of the substrate other than those caused solely by condensation 4 10 1 The system will provide a degree of protection against rain ingress Care should be taken to ensure that 0 2 Designers and installers should take particular care in detailing around openings penetrations and movement joints to m
18. ate 18 4 The BBA has used due skill care and diligence in preparing this Certificate but no warranty is provided 18 5 In issuing this Certificate the BBA is not responsible and is excluded from any liability to any company firm organisation or person for any matters arising directly or indirectly from e the presence or absence of any patent intellectual property or similar rights subsisting in the product system or any other product system e the right of the Certificate holder to manufacture supply install maintain or market the product system e actual installations of the product system including their nature design methods performance workmanship and maintenance e any works and constructions in which the product system is installed including their nature design methods performance workmanship and maintenance e any loss or damage including personal injury howsoever caused by the product system including its manufacture supply installation use maintenance and removal e any claims by the manufacturer relating to CE marking 18 6 Any information relating to the manufacture supply installation use maintenance and removal of this product system which is contained or referred to in this Certificate is the minimum required to be met when the product system is manufactured supplied installed used maintained and removed It does not purport in any way to restate the requirements of the Health and Safety at Wo
19. be necessary to repair or replace isolated areas Any damage to the surface finish must be repaired within a time period agreed in the Certificate holder maintenance manual 13 3 Any render containing Portland cement may be subject to lime bloom The occurrence of this may be reduced by avoiding application in adverse weather conditions The effect is transient and is less noticeable on lighter colours 13 4 The render may become discoloured with time the rate depending on the initial colour the degree of exposure and atmospheric pollution as well as the design and detailing of the wall In common with traditional renders discoloration by algae and lichens may occur in wet areas The appearance may be restored by a suitable power wash or if required by over coating 13 5 To maintain a high quality aesthetic appearance it may be necessary to periodically overcoat the building using system compatible coatings recommended by the Certificate holder and in accordance with BS EN 1062 1 2004 Care should be taken not to adversely affect the water vapour transmission or fire characteristics of the system The advice of the Certificate holder should be sought as to the suitability of a particular product 14 Site survey and preliminary work 14 1 A pre installation survey of the property must be carried out to determine suitability for treatment and any repairs necessary to the building structure before application of a system A specificati
20. contribution that may occur from the system e the proposed system and associated fixing layout provides adequate resistance to negative wind loads based on the results of site investigation and test results e an appropriate number of site specific pull out tests are conducted on the substrate of the building to determine the minimum resistance to failure of the fixings The characteristic pull out resistance should be determined in accordance with the guidance given in ETAG 014 2011 Annex D 7 6 The number and centres of fixings should be determined by the system designer Provided the substrate wall is suitable and an appropriate fixing is selected the mechanical fixings will adequately support and transfer the weight of the render insulation system to the substrate wall at the minimum spacing given in this Certificate 7 7 Typical characteristic pull out strengths for the fixings taken from the corresponding European Technical Approval ETA are given in Table 6 however these values are dependent on the substrate and the fixing must be selected to suit the loads and substrate concerned Table 6 Fixings typical characteristic pull out strengths Fixing type ETA number Substrates Drill diameter Embedment Typical pull out mm depth mm strength kN Ejot STR U 04 0023 Concrete bric 8 25 5 15 Ejot SDK U 04 0023 Concrete bric 8 25 o 15 Ejot NK U 05 0009 Concrete bric 8 25 QPS Ejot NTK U 07 0026
21. e boards must be pressed firmly against the wall and butted tightly together with the vertical joints staggered by at least 200 mm see Figure 4 Joints between boards greater than 2 mm should be filled with slivers of insulation board or Caparol PU foam Gaps greater than 10 mm should be closed by repositioning or where appropriate by cutting boards to fit Any gaps high spots or irregularities are removed by lightly planing with a rasp over the whole surface Alignment should be checked as work proceeds Page 12 of 19 Figure 4 Typical arrangement of insulation boards 16 7 The first run of insulation boards is positioned on the base profile Holes are drilled into the substrate to the required depth through the insulation at the corners of each board and at positions which allow a minimum of eight fixings per square metre at edge zones and four fixings per square metre in the main area of the wall see Figure 5 Around openings additional fixings should be used at 300 mm centres The mechanical fixings are inserted and tapped or screwed firmly into place securing the insulation to the substrate Subsequent rows of boards are positioned so that the vertical board joints are staggered and overlapped at the building corners and the board joints do not occur within 200 mm of the corners of openings Figure 5 Insulation slab fixing pattern
22. e system can contribute to satisfying this Regulation See sections 6 2 and 6 3 of this Certificate Construction Design and Management Regulations 2007 Construction Design and Management Regulations Northern Ireland 2007 Information in this Certificate may assist the client CDM co ordinator designer and contractors to address their obligations under these Regulations See section 3 Delivery and site handling 3 2 and 3 4 of this Certificate Additional Information NHBC Standards 2014 NHBC accepts the use of the Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems provided it is installed used and maintained in accordance with this Certificate in relation to NHBC Standards Part 6 Superstructure excluding roofs Chapter 6 9 Curtain walling and cladding Technical Specification 1 Description 1 1 The Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems see Figure 1 comprises from inside to outside Adhesive Caparol System Adhesive cementbased adhesives comprising limestone sand conforming to BS EN 13139 2002 cement conforming to BS EN 197 1 2011 and additives Supplied as a powder to which clean water is added Insulation white expanded polystyrene insulation boards Caparol EPS 038 and Caparol EPS 037 and graphite enhanced polystyrene insulation boards Caparol EPS 030 Caparol EPS 031 and Caparol EPS 032 see Table 3 of this Certificate
23. egulations see section 6 Strength and stability the system can adequately resist wind loads and impactdamage The impact resistance is dependent on the finish chosen see section 7 Behaviour in relation to fire the system has either a B s1 dO or B s2 dO reaction to fire classification in accordance with BS EN 13501 1 2007 see section 8 Risk of condensation the system can contribute to limiting the risk of interstitial and surface condensation see section 1 1 Durability when installed and maintained in accordance with the Certificate holder s recommendations and the terms of this Certificate the system will remain effective for at least 3O years The durability can be extended to 60 years by following a planned inspection and an effective maintenance schedule and observing the guidelines stated in section 13 The BBA has awarded this Certificate to the company named above for the system described herein This system has been assessed by the BBA as being fit for its intended use provided it is installed used and maintained as set out in this Certificate On behalf of the British Board of Agr ment Cate UOTE a jee Date of Second issue 8 July 2014 John Albon Head of Approvals Claire Curtis Thomas Originally certificated on 7 June 2013 Energy and Ventilation Chief Executive The BBA is a UKAS accredited certification body Number 113 The schedule of the current scope of accreditation for produc
24. example between the insulation systems and window and door frame Page 10 of 19 12 2 Fora 60 year durability a detailed maintenance plan must be prepared and provided to the building manager owner on completion As a minimum this should include an inspection for evidence of defects 12 months atter the application and subsequently every five years 12 3 Damaged areas must be repaired using the appropriate components and procedures detailed in the Certificate holder s installation instructions and in accordance with BS EN 13914 1 2005 13 Durability 13 1 The system will remain effective for at least 30 years provided any damage to the surface finish is F amp repaired immediately and regular maintenance is undertaken as described in section 12 of this Certificate 13 2 The system s service life can extend to 60 years provided a planned inspection and maintenance programme is introduced in accordance with section 12 of this Certificate An extended 60 years service life requires the use of stainless steel base stop and corner profiles stainless steel fixings or centre pin Grade 1 4301 and plastic anchor sleeve material such as polyamide PAO and PA6 6 polyethylene PE or polypropylene PP and the following of an appropriate repair and maintenance schedule as covered by the Certificate holder s Repair and Maintenance Manual In order to achieve this depending on the buildings location degree of exposure and detailing it may
25. hanced EPS 0 038 0 037 0 032 0 031 0 030 0 038 0 037 0 032 0 031 0 030 215 mm Brickwork 0 56 W mr K 200 mm Dense blockwork X 1 75 W mr K1 0 19 90 90 160 160 150 200 200 170 170 160 0 25 40 40 120 120 110 50 50 130 120 120 0 26 40 30 110 110 110 40 40 120 120 120 0 28 20 20 110 100 100 30 30 110 110 110 0 30 10 10 100 90 90 20 20 100 100 100 0 35 00 90 80 80 80 00 00 90 90 80 1 Wall construction inclusive of 13 mm plaster A 0 57 W m K 5 mm render 1 0 W m K 1 Brickwork protected with 17 1 mortar or dense blockwork with 6 7 mortar 0 88 W m K EPS insulation p as per Table 3 2 Calculation based on a system that included seven stainless steel fixings with 8 mm diameter and point thermal transmittance X 0 002 W K per m Use of other types of fixings should be calculated in accordance with BS EN ISO 6946 2007 3 Based upon incremental insulation thickness of 10 mm 6 3 The system can maintain or contribute to maintaining continuity of thermal insulation at junctions between external walls and junctions Details shown in section 16 will allow use of the default values Psi for Accredited Construction Details in Emission Rate calculations to SAP 2009 or the Simplified Building Energy Model SBEM Guidance on limiting heat loss at junctions can be found in England and Wales Approved Documents to Part L and for new thermal elements to existing buildings Accredited Constructi
26. he production process and verified that it is in accordance with the documented process e evaluated the process for management of nonconformities e checked that equipment has been properly tested and calibrated e undertaken to carry out the above measures on a regular basis through a surveillance process to verify that the specifications and quality control operated by the manufacturer are being maintained 2 3 The management system of Caparol UK Ltd has been assessed and registered as meeting the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 2008 by SGS Certificate 37528 3 Delivery and site handling 3 1 The insulation is delivered wrapped in polythene Each pack carries the product identification and batch numbers 3 2 The other components are delivered to site in the quantities and packaging listed in Table 2 Each package carries the product identification and manufacturer s batch number Table 2 Component supply details Component Quantity and packaging adhesive 25 kg paper bag or polythene tub 1 10 m wide roll 50 m length 10 litre or 15 litre plastic drum Caparol System Mesh primer basecoat render finish 25 kg polyethylene bag drum or paper bag fixings boxed by manufacturer 3 3 The insulation should be stored on a firm clean level base off the ground and under cover until required for use Care must be taken when handling the insulation to avoid damage 3 4 The insulation boards must be protected from prolonged
27. he system can contribute to minimising the risk of interstitial and surface condensation See sections 11 1 11 2 and 11 4 of this Certificate Requirement L1 a i Conservation of fuel and power Comment The system can contribute to satisfying this Requirement See sections 6 2 and 6 3 of this Certificate Regulation 7 Materials and workmanship Comment The system is acceptable See sections 13 1 and 13 2 and the Installation part of this Certificate Regulation 26 CO emission rate for new buildings Regulation 26A Fabric energy efficiency rates for new dwellings applicable to England only Comment The system can contribute to satisfying these Regulations See sections 6 2 and 6 3 of this Certificate 5 k The Building Scotland Regulations 2004 as amended Regulation 8 1 2 Durability workmanship and fitness of materials Comment The system can contribute to the construction satisfying this Regulation See sections 12 13 1 and 13 2 and the Installation part of this Certificate Regulation 9 Building standards applicable to construction Standard el Structure Comment The system can sustain and transmit wind loads to the substrate wall See section 7 4 of this Certificate Standard 2 6 Spread to neighbouring buildings Comment The external surface of the system is classified as low risk with reference to clauses 2 6 4021 2 6 50 and 2 6 61 See sections 8 1 to 8 6 of this Certificate Standard DU S
28. inimise the risk of rain ingress 0 3 Guidance given in BRE Report 262 2002 should be followed in connection with the weathertightness of solid wall constructions The designer should select a construction appropriate to the local wind driven rain index paying due regard to the design detailing workmanship and materials to be used 0 4 At the tops of walls the system should be protected by an adequate overhang or other detail designed for use with this type of system see section 16 11 Risk of condensation the construction including openings and penetrations at junctions between the insulation system and windows b 1 1 Designers must ensure that an appropriate condensation risk analysis has been carried out for all parts of to minimise the risk of condensation The recommendations of BS 5250 2011 should be followed Surface condensation does not exceed 0 7 W m K at any point and the junctions with other elements and openings comply with 1 2 Walls will limit the risk of surface condensation adequately when the thermal transmittance U value section 6 3 of this Certificate not exceed 1 2 W m K at any point Guidance may be obtained from BS 5250 2011 section 4 and BRE Report 262 2002 Interstitial condensation a 1 3 Walls will adequately limit the risk of surface condensation when the thermal transmittance U value does 11 4 Walls incorporating the system will adequately limit the risk of interstiti
29. ol profile connectors and fixings e Caparol sealing tape precompressed expanding polyurethane foam tape e Caparol acrylic based joint sealant Caparol PU foam 1 3 The insulation boards are fixed to the external surface of the wall using mechanical fixings and Caparol System Adhesive as necessary The insulation boards are protected by a basecoat containing a glassfibre reinforcement mesh After allowing the basecoat to dry primer and topcoat is applied to the required thickness Page 4 of 19 Table 1 Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon system summary Component Product Caparol System Pro Caparol System Carbon Adhesive Caparol System Adhesive Caparol System Adhesive Insulation white EPS white EPS graphite enhanced EPS graphite enhanced EPS Basecoat Caparol System Pro Base Caparol System Carbon Base Reinforcement Caparol System Mesh Primer Render finish Caparol System Top Primer P Caparol System Pro Plaster Caparol System Mesh Caparol System Top Primer Sc Caparol System Carbon Plaster Finish 2 Manufacture 2 1 Components are manufactured by the Certificate holder or boughtin from suppliers to an agreed specification 2 2 As part of the assessment and ongoing surveillance of product quality the BBA has e agreed with the manufacturer the quality control procedures and product testing to be undertaken e assessed and agreed the quality control operated over batches of incoming materials e monitored t
30. on Details version 1 0 For new build see also SAP 2009 Appendix K and the iSBEM User Manual Scotland Accredited Construction Details Scotland Northern Ireland Accredited Construction Details version 1 0 7 Strength and stability General 7 1 When installed on suitable walls the system can adequately transfer to the wall the selfweight and negative suction and positive pressure wind loads normally experienced in the United Kingdom 7 2 Positive wind load is transferred to the substrate wall directly via bearing and compression of the render and insulation 7 3 Negative wind pressure is resisted by the bond between each component The insulation boards are retained by the external wall insulation system anchors 4 The wind loads on the walls should be calculated in accordance with BS EN 1991 1 4 2005 Special consideration should be given to locations with high wind load pressure coefficients as additional fixings may be necessary In accordance with BS EN 1990 2002 it is recommended that a load factor of 1 5 is used to determine the ultimate wind load to be resisted by the system Page 7 of 19 7 5 Assessment of structural performance for individual installations should be carried out by a suitably qualified and experienced individual to confirm that e the substrate wall has adequate strength to resist the additional loads that may be applied as a result of installing the system ignoring any positive
31. on is prepared for each elevation of the building indicating e the position of beads e detailing around windows doors and at eaves e damp proof course dpc level e exact position of expansion joints if required e areas where flexible sealants must be used e any alterations to external plumbing where required e the position of fire barriers 14 2 The survey should include tests conducted on the walls of the building by the Certificate holder or their approved installers to determine the pull out resistance of the proposed mechanical fixings An assessment and recommendation is made on the type and number of fixings required to withstand the building s expected wind loading based on calculations using the test data and pull out resistance see section 7 4 3 All necessary repairs to the building structure must be completed before installation of the system commences 4 4 4 Surfaces should be sound clean and free from loose material The flatness of surfaces must be checked this may be achieved using a straightedge spanning the storey height Any excessive irregularities ie greater than 20 mm must be made good prior to installation to ensure that the insulation boards are installed with a smooth in plane finished surface 4 5 Where surfaces are covered with an existing rendering it is essential that the bond between the background and the render is adequate All loose areas should be hacked off and reinstated 4 6
32. own in Figure 7 U fi Figure Z Additional reinforcement at openings mesh 6 18 The mesh should be free of wrinkles and fully embedded in the basecoat Finishing 6 19 Stop beads are positioned vertically eg at party wall positions where the adjoining house does not require treatment 6 20 The basecoat should be left to dry thoroughly before application of the finish coat The drying time will depend pon the conditions but at least 48 hours should elapse before applying the finish coats 6 21 The render finishes are applied to the thicknesses specified in Table 11 using a stainless steel trowel and nished with a plastic trowel to create a textured finish The drying time is dependent on conditions but will typically be 1 to 2 days in accordance with the Certificate holder s instructions Page 14 of 19 Table 11 Minimum thickness of render finishes Finish coat Thickness range mm Caparol System Carbon Plaster Finish lto 6 Caparol System Pro Plaster 2104 16 22 Continuous surfaces should be completed without a break 16 23 At the tops of walls the system should be protected by an adequate overhang see Figure 8 or by an adequately sealed purpose made flashing Care should be taken in the detailing of the system around openings and projections see Figures 9 and 1 1 Figure 8 Roof eaves details foam sealing strip substrate adhesive mortar insulation
33. pread on external walls Comment The external surface of the system is classified as low risk with reference to clauses 2 7 1 and 2 7 2012 and Annex 2AM See sections 8 1 to 8 6 of this Certificate Standard 3 10 Precipitation Comment The system will contribute fo a construction satisfying this Standard with reference to clauses 3 10 1M2 and 3 10 2012 See sections 4 4 and 10 1 of this Certificate Standard Calo Condensation Comment The system will satisfy the requirements of this Standard with reference to clauses 3 15 1023 3 15 4012 and 3 15 5013 See sections 11 3 and 11 4 of this Certificate Standard 6 1 b Carbon dioxide emissions Standard 6 2 Buildings insulation envelope Comment The system can contribute to satisfying these Standards with reference to clauses 6 1 1021 6 1 2012 3 LOU 2 108 2 M2 C21 2AM 6254 OLO G2 AM 2884 O2 e 6 2 10 6 2 11 6 2 12 and 6 2 13 2 See sections 6 2 and 6 3 of this Certificate Standard 7 a b Statement of sustainability Comment The system can contribute to satisfying the relevant requirements of Regulation 9 Standards 1 to 6 and therefore will contribute to a construction meeting the bronze level of sustainability as defined in this Standard In addition the product can contribute to a construction meeting a higher level of sustainability as defined in this Standards with reference to clauses 7 1 4012 Aspect 12 and 20 7 1 62 Aspect 10
34. r walls of multistorey buildings BRE Report 262 BR 262 2002 Thermal insulation avoiding risks BRE Report 443 BR 443 2006 Conventions for U value calculations Page 18 of 19 Conditions of Certification 18 Conditions 18 1 This Certificate e relates only to the product system that is named and described on the front page e is issued only to the company firm organisation or person named on the front page no other company firm organisation or person may hold or claim that this Certificate has been issued to them e is valid only within the UK e has to be read considered and used as a whole document it may be misleading and will be incomplete to be selective e is copyright of the BBA e is subject to English Law 18 2 Publications documents specifications legislation regulations standards and the like referenced in this Certificate are those that were current and or deemed relevant by the BBA at the date of issue or reissue of this Certificate 18 3 This Certificate will remain valid for an unlimited period provided that the product system and its manufacture and or fabrication including all related and relevant parts and processes thereof e are maintained at or above the levels which have been assessed and found to be satisfactory by the BBA e continue to be checked as and when deemed appropriate by the BBA under arrangements that it will determine e are reviewed by the BBA as and when it considers appropri
35. rk etc Act 1974 or of any other statutory common law or other duty which may exist at the date of issue or reissue of this Certificate nor is conformity with such information to be taken as satistying the requirements of the 1974 Act or of any statutory common law or other duty of care British Board of Agr ment tel 01923 665300 Bucknalls Lane fax 01923 665301 Watford email mail bba star co uk Herts WD25 BA website www bbacerts co uk Page 19 of 19
36. t certification is available in pdf format via the UKAS link on the BBA website at www bbacerts co uk Readers are advised to check the validity and latest issue number of this Agr ment Certificate by either referring to the BBA website or contacting the BBA direct British Board of Agr ment tel 01923 665300 Bucknalls Lane fax 01923 665301 Watford email mail bba star co uk Herts WWD25 9BA website www bbacerts co uk Page 1 of 19 Regulations In the opinion of the BBA Caparol System Pro and Caparol System Carbon External Wall Insulation Systems if installed used and maintained in accordance with the provisions of this Certificate can satisfy or contribute to satisfying the relevant requirements of the following Building Regulations the presence of a UK map indicates that the subject is related to the Building Regulations in the region or regions of the UK depicted 4 The Building Regulations 2010 England and Wales as amended J Requirement Al Loading Comment The system can sustain and transmit wind loads to the substrate wall See section 7 4 of this Certificate Requirement B4 1 External fire spread Comment The system can meet this Requirement See sections 8 1 to 8 4 of this Certificate Requirement C2 b Resistance to moisture Comment The system provides a degree of protection against rain ingress See sections 4 4 and 10 1 of this Certificate Requirement C2 c Resistance to moisture Comment T
37. temperatures below 5 C or above 30 C nor if exposure to frost is likely and the coating must be protected from rapid drying 1 3 C for Caparol System Pro Base and Caparol System Carbon Base basecoats and Caparol System Pro Plaster render 16 3 All rendering should be in accordance with the relevant recommendations of BS EN 13914 1 2005 Positioning and securing insulation boards 16 4 The base profile is secured to the external wall above the dpc using the approved profile fixings at approximately 500 mm centres see Figure 3 Base rail connectors are inserted at all rail joints Extension profiles are fixed to the front lip of the base rail or stop end channel where appropriate Figure 3 Typical section of base profile e substrate 4 adhesive mortar y insulation NI aP LeO mechanical fixing Ze WN x parm basecoat render with reinforcement mesh 3 topcoat primer and render re E Zz eae packing shim starter track dpc 16 5 The adhesive is prepared by mixing each bag with approximately 5 7 litres of water The adhesive is applied in a continuous line around the perimeter of the board with six additional dabs of adhesive distributed uniformly over the remaining surface at least 50 of the board should be covered Alternatively the adhesive can be applied over the entire face of the insulation board using a notched trowel 16 6 Th
38. tructions 16 11 Corner profiles are fixed to all building corners and to door and window heads and jambs using the basecoat renders see Figure 10 16 12 Prior to the render coat a bead of joint sealant is gun applied at window and door frames overhanging eaves gas and electric meter boxes and wall vents or where the render abuts any other building material or surface Page 13 of 19 Movement joints 16 13 Generally movement joints are not required in the system but if an expansion joint is already incorporated in the substrate a movement joint must be provided in the insulation system see Figure 6 Figure 6 Vertical movement joint movement joint Basecoat Rei 6 14 The basecoat is prepared by mixing each bag with 5 7 litres of water The basecoat is applied over the insulation boards using a stainless steel trowel and floated with a Darby float to a thickness approximately 3 mm The reinforcement mesh is immediately embedded and a tight coat of basecoat material is applied whilst still wet ensuring that the reinforcement material is placed in the top one third 6 15 The basecoat is applied progressively working in one metre sections in a vertical or horizontal direction 6 16 Overlapping at all mesh joints should not be less than 100 mm nforcement 6 17 In all cases additional pieces of reinforcing mesh 250 mm by 250 mm are used diagonally at the comers of openings as sh
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