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1. Product selection and incorporation into the building design shall be made by a professional Architect or Engineer or other appropriate person who e Has qualifications and experience acceptable to the relevant approval authorities and e Has ready access to o Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition o Loxo S50mm Party Wall System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition o Loxo 50mm AAC Floor System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition Product installation shall be carried out by a competent tradesman under the direction of a Builder both of whom have ready access to o Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition o Loxo 50mm AAC Party Wall System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition o Loxo 50mm AAC Floor System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition Installer must complete sign and send to the Certificate Holder a Certificate of Installation when installation is completed Limit of the scope of certification This certification includes the weather proofing and damp proofing requirements of the AAC walls and flooring but does not apply to e Control of condensation which requires additional consideration nor e Weatherproofing of windows doors or other items built into the walls For these frames must drain to the outside of the building not into the cavity frames must be properly sealed and properly fla2. 40mm Cavity Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plasterboard 07 Note Sarking used in tables is Single Sided Reflective Foil Type Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 8 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 20 Page Acoustic Performance Values EXTERNAL WALL SYSTEM The following Systems are all based on 50mm LOXO Panel 90mm Frame Thickness and 10mm Plasterboard internal linings 5090 01A Panel 40mm Cavity No Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plasterboard LOXO System Details 90mm Frames Acoustic Rating System 5090 02A Panel 40mm Cavity Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plasterboard 5090 03A Panel 40mm Cavity Frame R1 6 SoundScreen Soundchek Plaster PARTY WALL SYSTEM The following PartyWall System is based on Discontinuous Construction using R LOXO System Details 90mm Frames Acoustic Rating System 7 50mm LOXO Panel and Standard 10mm Plasterboard PlasterBoard Frame R2 0 Insulation 10mm gap SOPWS01 Panel 63 10mm gap R2 0 Insulation Frame PlasterBoard Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 9 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and
3. lows the water to drain to the base of the wall and exit via the non sealed perimeter flashing DPC which acts as a con tinual drain weep hole at the base of the wall regardless if the wall is resting on or overhanging the slab or floor sys tem UJ T gt m gt gt Q Sj sy O D eo iq 2 O C2 A AS CO nv Co S 1 Building Regulations 2 In the opinion of BEAL the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System if designed installed and maintained in ac cordance with the statements and conditions of this Appraisal Certificate will meet or contribute to meeting the following provisions of the Building Code of Australia BCA 2011 Volume 2 Class 1 and class 10 buildings Houses sheds carports etc Part 2 1 Structure Performance requirement P2 1 see Paragraphs 9 1 to 9 6 Part 2 2 Damp and Weatherproofing Performance requirement P2 2 2 Weatherproofing see Paragraphs 12 1 to 12 7 Part 2 3 Fire Safety Performance requirement P2 3 1 see Paragraph 11 1 Applicant LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Appraiser BEAL 1331 Stud Road 2A Plimmerton Drive Plimmerton Porirua NZ umm CX BEAL CLADDING SYSTEMS FAX 61 3 9790 6406 assessmeNrtABORaTonv Foy 64 233 6662 E mail info loxo com au E Mail sales beal co nz www loxo com au www beal co nz The most to date version of this BEAL Appraisal Certificate can be viewed at www beal co nz LOXO Cladding Systems Pty
4. Building Materials Manufacturer With a total investment exceeding 45 000 000 USD Nasahi are one of the largest AAC manufactures in the world and are renowned worldwide for their quality manufacturing practices Loxo has adopted Nasahi s high quality 50 mm AAC products and created a simple and robust external cladding system ideally suited for the Australian and New Zealand building markets Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 2 PERO 0 Building Code of Australia Compliance with Building Code of Australia The BCA is part of the Australian National Construction Code system and defines minimum standards for buildings The BCA consists of two volumes Volume One provides requirements for commercial residential and public building defined as Class 2 to 9 in the BCA Typical examples include offices commercial health buildings flats and boarding houses Volume Two Housing Provisions considers domestic construction defined as Class 1 and 10 Typical examples include houses garages swimming pools carports and the like The BCA is a performance based building code and contains requirements for Structures Fire Resistance Damp amp Weatherproofing sound Transmissions amp Insulation and Energy Efficiency The Loxo Panel Systems and Compliance with the BCA The Loxo Panel Systems have been assessed to meet and comply with all th
5. Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 21 Page GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARD LICENCE ISO 14024 Third Party Environmental Labeling Program ul a 7 4 Y V S 2 lt INTERNATIONAL SS Is gt Toro LICENCE NO LOX 2011 ISSUED TO Loxo Cladding Systems Pty Ltd PRODUCT S NAME Loxo Panels STANDARD GES CE 2011 ADDRESS 1331 Stud Road Rowville VIC 3178 Re certification Date 27 November 2016 Petar Johnson Trustee Global Environmental Choice LLC GLOBAL Secretariat ENVIRONMENTAL Ph 61 0 2 6288 6003 7 assurance Fax 61 0 2 6288 6005 www globalenvstandard org The Weston Community Hub 14 6 Gritten Street Weston ACT 2611 Australia rang Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 22 Page G This Page is left Blank Intentionally For Notes LT Eo 0 CLADDING SYSTEMS LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 23 Page LOXO CLADDING SYSTEM PTY LTD eRe 0J VICTORIA TAS I NSW I QLD I SAI WA CLADDING SYSTEMS Loxo Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Head Office 1331 Stud Road Rowville VIC 3178 Tel 61 3 9795 3540 Fax 61 3 9790 6406 Email info loxo com au www loxo com au Branch Office Sydney Unit 1 1 2 Bushells Place Wetherill Park NSW 2164 Tel 61 2 9756 5029 Fax 61 3 9790 6406 Branch Office Distributor Bri
6. a stretcher bond pattern Vertical panel edges may be jointed on stud or off stud via back blocking LOXO Cladding Panels must be supported at fixing loca tions with vertical cavity battens in accordance with the requirements of BCA At the base of the wall the LOXO Cladding Panel can be either rested on a con crete rebate a minimum of 30mm below the finished floor level or hang 50mm below the finished floor level but not below the external ground level General 8 6 The LOXO Vents provide a minimum ventilation opening area of 1000mm per lineal metre of wall when fixed at 1000mm centres If specified then the specifier must detail the number of vents required to achieve the desired ventilation flow 8 The ground clearance between the bottom of the finished panel and ground must be adhered to at all times At ground level paved surfaces must be kept clear from the bottom edge of the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System by a minimum of 10mm and unpaved surfaces by 25mm with these areas having a minimum of 1 in 100mm fall away from the building 8 8 At balcony deck or roof to wall junctions the bot tom edge of the panel must be kept clear of any ad jacent finished surface or above the top surface of any adjacent roof flashing by a minimum of 10mm 8 9 Where the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System abuts other cladding systems designers must detail the junction to meet their own requirements whilst meeting the performance requir
7. and vertical control joints must be located over structural supports The Technical Literature provides some guid ance for the design of vertical control joints where the system abuts different cladding types Details not includ ed within the Technical literature or those that are marked as Specific Design Only are outside the scope of this Appraisal Certificate and are the responsibility of the designer Inter Storey Junction 8 15 Inter storey drained joints are not required with the LOXO Cladding System otructure Clause P2 1 Mass 9 1 The dry mass of the LOXO Cladding Panel is ap proximately 28kg m without coating and 30kg m to 32kg m with the applied coating Impact Resistance 9 2 The system has adequate resistance to impact loads that the cladding system is likely to be subjected to when used in a residential situation Wind Zone 9 3 TheLOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System is suit able for use in all building wind zones as per AS 4055 up to and including N3 or up to the ultimate limit state ULS wind pressure of 2500Pa when the building is sub ject to specific design 9 3 1 Where a 20mm to 40mm cavity is produced the respective cavity battens are fixed to the wall framing at 600mm centres vertically The LOXO Cladding Panel must then be fixed into or through the cavity batten with the appropriate screw at 500mm centres 500mm centres is applicable to both 9 3 2 N1 to N3 defined building wind zones wit
8. place plus strict system protocol Loxo offers a warrantee of 15 years on materials and AAG Floor Panel 7 years on workmanship adding peace of mind to all owners Loxo and associated manufacturers both adhere to the ISO 9001 international standards for management of quality The 50mm thick steel reinforced Loxo Floor Panels are manufactured from autoclaved aerated concrete with an average density of 560kg m The Loxo amp Floor Panels are supplied in standard sizes of 2200mm in length and 600mm width and have an average weight of approx 37kg panel LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 4 Page Loxo 50mm Floor Panel System LI LOXO Installation of 50mm Loxo Floor Panel e Floor Joists Frame is completed e Joist set out at 440mm centres e Minimum joist width of 45mm required but joist width of 63mm or greater is preferred e 90mm joist shown e Apply construction adhesive to joist e Position panel over construction adhesive e Fix panel to joist with 14gx75mm bugle screws e 2 screws per joist e Min 50mm from panel edges e Apply construction adhesive to panel edge and joist e Apply construction adhesive to the next lot of joist to accept the next panel length Butt panels end to end e Ensure panels are aligned e Screw fix as per previous e Screws at joint to be fixed between both panels i e share the screws between both p
9. subsequent updates please refer to www loxo com au Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 6 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 18 Page UJ T gt m gt O S V O eo 2 O O 9 ND CO Dv CO 20 Building owners are responsible for the maintenance of the LOXO Panel Veneer Cladding System in accordance with instructions of LOXO and this Appraisal Certificate sources of Information AS 2331 3 1 Methods of test for metallic and related coatings Corrosion and related property test AS 3566 Self drilling screws for the building and construction industries e AS 3730 Guide to the properties of paints for buildings AS NZS 1170 2002 Structural design actions ASTM B117 Standard practice for operating salt spray apparatus 6 ASTM C 297 Standard test method for flatwise tensile strength of sandwich constructions 6 ASTM C 1386 Standard specification for precast autoclaved aerated concrete AAC 6 NASH 3405 2006 Steel framed buildings e NZS 3602 2003 Timber and wood based products for use in building e NZS 3603 1993 Timber structures standard e NZS 3604 1999 Timber framed Buildings 6 NZS 4211 1985 Specification for performance of windows The Building Code of Australia 20
10. terms of compliance with the Building Code of Australia The CodeMark Certificate and the BEAL Appraisal are attached in the Appendix of this Design and Installation Manual or visit www loxo com au to download a copy otandard Compliance All works shall be carried out in accordance with the Building Code of Australia BCA and where necessary nominated reference standards AS 1720 Timber Framing Code AS 1684 2006 National Timber Framing Code AS 2870 1996 Residential Slabs and Footing Construction AS 3959 2009 Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Zone Areas AS 2904 1995 Damp proof course and flashings AS 3600 2001 Concrete Structures AS 1170 Part 1 Loading Code AS 1170 Part 2 Wind Code AS 3660 1 2001 Protection of Buildings against subterranean Termite Part 1 New Buildings AS 4055 2006 Wind Loading for Housing AS 3623 and AS NZ 4600 Steel Framing NASH Standard 2005 Part 1 Steel Framing Where standards have been revised the most current version shall apply LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 3 Page Loxo 50mm Floor Panel 0 Using the Loxo Floor System Your Floor build it with Loxo 6 Qu Solid masonry and lightweight P High fire resistance d Sound acoustic qualities i The Loxo 50mm Lightweight AAC Floor Panel System The Loxo Floor Panel System is designed to be used in residential construction over timb
11. 11 Class 1 and Class 10 Buildings e NZS 4211 1985 Specification for performance of windows AS4859 1 2002 and Amendment 1 2006 e New Zealand Building Code Handbook and Approved Documents Building industry Authority 1992 Concluding statement 21 1 In the opinion of BEAL the LOXO Panel Veneer Cladding System is fit for purpose and will comply with the BCA to the extent specified provided that it is used designed installed and maintained as set out in this Appraisal Certificate The Appraisal Certificate is issued only to LOXO Clad ding Systems Pty Ltd and is valid until further notifica tion subject to the conditions of this Appraisal ver LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd T A LOXO Head office 1331 Stud Road ROWVILLE VIC 3178 Australia t 61 3 9795 0005 f 61 3 9790 6406 E info loxo com au KE Conditions of Appraisal 1 This Appraisal Certificate A Relates only to the LOXO Panel Veneer Cladding System as described herein B Must be read considered and used in full together with the Technical Literature C Does not address any legislation regulations codes or standards not specifically named herein D Is copyright of BEAL 2 The Appraisal Certificate holder continues to meet the quality requirements of the LOXO Building Product Quali ty Plan and has the Appraisal Certificate revalidated by BEAL on an annual basis 3 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd shall notify BEAL and obtain ap
12. 3 11 6 and 12 4 16 Volume One FP5 2 and Volume Two P2 4 6 in respect of acoustic performance of walls separating units when detailed and constructed in accordance with e Table 3 e Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition and e Loxo 50mm AAC Party Wall System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition Volume One GP5 1 and Volume Two P2 3 4 and P3 7 4 in respect of buildings constructed in a designated bushfire prone area when designed and constructed in accordance with the fire rated construction specifications and details in JAS ANZ the Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition and the requirements of AS p 3959 2008 is acceptable for use in all bushfire attack levels including BAL FZ G Volume One JP1 and Volume Two P2 6 1 in respect of energy efficiency of walls when designed and constructed in accordance with e Table 4 and e 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition In applications where complying thermal resistances of walls or floors are to be calculated a thermal resistance of R 0 336 m K W shall be used for 50mm thick Loxo AAC panels r Unrestricted Global Mark Pty Ltd Suite 4 07 32 Delhi Herve Michoux Building Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Managing Certifier Peter Date ofissue Last update Australia www Global Mark com au Director Cadei expiry Number Th
13. 6 3 Primer Coat Optional with the manufacturer s instruc ions Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 3 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 15 Page UJ TI gt m gt o o D C2 D D CD 27 C C2 DO CO D C c m p P J A Nw Design Information Framing Timber Framing 8 1 Timber used in timber framing shall be treated as required by the relevant Part of AS1684 8 2 Timber framing must comply with the relevant Part of AS1684 for both buildings or parts of buildings Where buildings or parts of buildings are outside the scope of AS1684 then they must be to specific de sign in accordance with AS 1720 In all cases studs must be at a maximum of 600mm centres 8 3 Where the ground or sub floor space is excessively damp or subject to frequent flooding timber mem bers shall be Class 1 or 2 or H3 preservative treat ed timber in accordance with AS1684 parts 2 or 4 Steel Framing 8 4 Steel framing must comply with NASH Standard 2005 Part 1 Residential and low rise steel framing In all cases studs must be at a maximum of 600mm centres Noggins must be fitted flush with the stud LOXO Cladding Panel Layout 8 5 LOXO Cladding Panels are installed horizontally in
14. EI LOXO CLADDING SYSTEMS Cue bal mark LN NR CODEMARK 30031 Head Office 1331 Stud Road ROWVILLE VIC 3178 NSW QLD SA WA International Office New Zealand Christchurch REGISTERED Building Practitioner CSIRO Nas From rg LT Autoclaved Aerated Concrete AAC What Is AAC Light Weight Concrete Autoclaved Aerated Concrete AAC is manufactured from cement sand silica lime and water it is aerated by adding an expanding agent to the mix small amounts of aluminium paste The mix is poured into a mould a very large cake tin to approximately 2 3 of the height of the mould almost instantly the expanding agent reacts with the other elements and the mix begins to rise in the mould A chemical reaction expands the mixture to form small finely dispersed air bubbles The moulds are pre cured in a heated room for several hours Then the semi solid material still in a green state is transported to the cutting machine The soft but semi solid block is sliced into the required panel size using steel wires Once sliced the block is steam pressure cured in autoclaves for up to 12 hours The expanding chemical reaction combined with the Autoclave process is what gives AAC it s unique properties AAC has excellent thermal insulation and acoustic absorption properties it has superior fire resistance qualities and is also termite resistant Its properties and specifications satisfy al
15. Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 13 Page UJ T gt m gt Sj o sy O ov qu 2 O C2 9 AS CO Dv a 4 t a Part 2 6 Energy Efficiency Performance requirement P2 6 1 Building see Paragraph 13 1 to 13 3 2 2 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System has been appraised as an Alternative Solution in terms of compliance with the Building Code of Australia scope and Limitations 3 1 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System has been appraised for use as an external wall cladding system for buildings within the following scope On class 1 and class 10 type buildings and Constructed with timber framing complying with AS1684 Parts 2 and 4 or Constructed with steel framing complying with AS NZS4600 and NASH Standard 2005 Part 1 and situated in non cyclonic wind zones up to and including N3 3 2 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System must only be installed on vertical surfaces except for tops of parapets sills and balustrades which must have a mini mum 5 slope and be weatherproofed in accordance with the Technical Literature 3 3 system is appraised for use with aluminum window and door joinery that is installed with vertical jambs and horizontal heads and sills The Appraisal of the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System relies on joinery meeting the requirements of AS2047 for the rele vant building wind z
16. allation and finishing of the components and accessories supplied by LOXO and the Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 5 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 17 Page UJ T D m gt O Sj o s eo 2 O O 9 AS DO CO accredited contractors must be completed by trained installers applicators certified by LOXO 15 2 Installation of the accessories supplied by the building contractor must be completed by a tradesperson who has an understanding of cavity based cladding construction in accordance with instructions given within the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System Technical Manual and this Appraisal Certificate system Installation 16 1 The building wrap if required must be installed by the building contractor in accordance with the wrap man ufacturer s instruction prior to the installation of the cavity battens and the rest of the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System The building wrap shall be run horizontally and be continuous around corners The wrap must be lapped not less than 75mm at horizontal joints and not less than 150mm over studs at vertical Joints 16 2 Window and Door joinery must be installed by the building contractor in accordance with the LOXO Tech nical Literatu
17. anels LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 5 e Apply construction adhesive to all panel edges and joist e Start next row of panels with a minimum of 440mm staggered joint e Continue panel installation in the stretcher bond staggered panel layout e Continue panel installation until the floor area is complete e Combine Loxo 50mm Floor Panels with Compressed Sheet flooring in wet areas to effortlessly achieve the desired step down for wet areas Basic Tools Required Power Drills and Drive Bits Cordless Drills Power Saw with Diamond Blades Vacuum Mixing Drill Mixing Bucket Electric Leads and Power Box LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 6 Delivery Storage amp Handling L1LOXO Delivery Loxo Panels are flat packed delivered to site 20 in a pack and shall be unloaded or moved with approved lifting devices For transport and lifting purposes the wet mass of the panels should be used Each pack has a wet mass of approximately 900kg including the packaging To minimise double handling and save time the packs should be unloaded as close as possible to the installation area Loxo panel packs should only be stacked one pack high on site and properly supported on level ground Always consult the project engineer as to the adequacy of the structure to s
18. arantee Warranty Loxo Autoclaved Aerated Concrete products are guaranteed to be Loxo Panels and associated materials when installed as free of defect in material and manufacture exterior wall cladding are warranted for a minimum of 75 years from date of purchase meeting the 7 year requirements outlined in the BCA and the relevant Australian Standards The Loxo products are designed to have a life span significantly in excess of this minimum period This guarantee excludes all other guarantees and liability for consequential damage or losses in connection with defective cladding other than those imposed by legislation The Loxo Approved Coating Systems are warranted by the coating system manufacturers for a period of 7 years from date of completion meeting the 7 year requirements outlined in the BCA and the relevant Australian Standards The Loxo Approved Coating products are designed to have a life span significantly in excess of this minimum period Disclaimer While every effort is made by Loxo to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate at the time of publication Loxo makes no representation about the contents and suitability of this information for any purpose You should make your own enquiries to determine whether the Loxo product is suitable for your needs As the use and installation of the Loxo product is outside of our control Loxo accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage ari
19. cking loading or laying panels When breaking up the material sawing driling etc it is imperative that safety masks and eye protection is worn Ensure the mask fits properly and is approved for use with dust Protective clothing should also be worn e g overalls These should be washed often and not in the same wash as other clothes The site should be cleaned of dust every day and when using power tools these should be tagged for use as required and be fitted with efficient and well maintained dust extraction devices The Loxo Cladding Panel Installer on site has a responsibility to inform all employees of these Health and Safety requirements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act a Personal Protective Equipment PPE When working with Loxo panels Loxo recommends as a minimum that the following PPE is worn P1 or P2 Dust masks complying with AS NZS1715 and AS NZS1716 Glasses Goggles complying with AS1336 Ear Plugs Ear Muffs Class 5 Gloves long sleeve shirt and long pants to prevent possible skin irritation and skin cancer from working outdoors oteel Cap Boots Gn 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 7 Page PERO 0 Warranty amp Guarantee m Cutting Loxo Panels can be easily cut drilled routered or chased using power or hand tools When working with Loxo Panels ensure that the PPE as previ
20. containers 6 4 Texture Coat m The instructions for use are on the container Two specifications for the Texture Coat material 5 9 Aluminium External Corner Angles are available 5 Aluminium External Corner Angles 32mm x 32mm 6 4 1 Dry Texture Cement based polymer modi are used on all AAC corner edges to provide clean fied dry powder o straight edges that are strong and durable A high build cement based polymer modified C 5 10 LOXO PVC Vents coating applied with a trowel or float over the co LOXO PVC Vents are not required with a non basecoat The texture must have a minimum ventilated system however if specified by the project thickness of 1 0mm It is mandatory to over C2 CD engineer they can be used to create visible drain coat the dry texture with a LOXO approved vents and therefore create a ventilated cavity wall paint system h system If the LOXO PVC Vents are to be used it is 6 4 2 Wet Texture A pre mixed full acrylic tex O advisable that sarking is used as good building prac ture D tice A high build full acrylic coating applied with a 5 11 Damp Proof Course DPC trowel or float over the basecoat The texture 27 DPC is used to prevent rising damp from concrete must have a minimum thickness of 1 0mm The O footings slabs or paths wetting the base of the pan Wet Textures may be coloured through tinted 2 els and may not require the application of a paint C E 12 Sarna system dependent on coating manufactu
21. e necessary performance requirements of the BCA This Design amp Installation Manual contains the information necessary to assist in the design of a project The designer should ensure the proposed use of the system satisfies the Performance Requirements and provides sufficient design information including Loxo appraisal and installation manuals to satisfy the requirements of the appropriate authority y CODEMARK 30031 JAS ANZ global mark The Loxo Panel Systems have been appraised by BEAL in New Zealand Certificate Number C1128 and CodeMark via Global Mark in Australia CodeMark Certificate Number 30031Rev A to meet all the required provisions of the Building Code of Australia for Volume One and Volume Two as listed below Volume One BP1 1 BP1 2 and Volume Two P2 1 in respect of structural performance Volume One CP1 CP2 and Volume Two P2 3 1 in respect of fire performance Volume One FP1 4 and Volume Two P2 2 2 in respect of weatherproofing for external walls Volume One FP1 5 and Volume Two P2 2 3 in respect of damp proofing for external walls Volume One FP5 2 and Volume Two P2 4 6 in respect of acoustic performance of walls Volume One GP5 1 and Volume Two P2 3 4 and P3 7 4 in respect buildings constructed in a designated bushfire prone area 7 Volume One JP1 and Volume Two P2 6 1 in respect of energy efficiency of walls Oo Ol deco Jo The Loxo Panel Systems have been appraised as an Alternative Solution in
22. ements of the BCA The Technical Literature does provide some guid ance Details not included in the Technical Literature have not been assessed and are therefore outside the scope of this Appraisal 8 10 For buildings that must have barriers to airflow the use of plasterboard interior linings with all joints stopped should be installed or where walls that are not lined such as attic spaces at gable end a rigid sheathing or air barrier complying with BCA must be fixed to framing prior to fixing cladding or cavity bat tens as per BCA or AS 1684 8 11 PVC sheathed electrical cables must be prevented from direct contact with the LOXO EPS Cavity Bat tens When cables must penetrate the EPS cavity battens for electrical connections the cable must be encased within electrical conduit so that contact is prevented Articulated Joints Control Joints 8 12 Control joints where LOXO Cladding Panels are used must be constructed in accordance with the Technical Literature and as follows 8 13 Horizontal control joints To be installed when intermediate floor joists are not seasoned and or when the height of the wall exceeds 8 0m 8 14 Vertical Control Joints are required at internal corners and at maximum of 6 0m centres aligned with any control joint within the structural framing or where the system abuts other cladding system Note Where possible control joints shall be located in line with window and door openings Horizontal
23. equired to remove grime dirt and organic growth as per the coating manufacturer s Technical Liter ature in order to maximize the life and appearance of the acrylic paint coating Paint coatings must be reapplied every 10 years or in accordance with the paint manufac turers instructions 10 4 Regular inspections annually must be made on the system to ensure that all aspects of the LOXO Clad ding Panel Veneer System including the coating system renders flashings and any sealed joints remain in a weatherproof condition Any cracks damaged areas or areas showing signs of deterioration that could allow wa ter ingress must be repaired immediately The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System must be maintained and repaired in accordance with the instructions from LOXO 10 5 Minimum ground clearance and adjacent clear ances as set out in this Appraisal and Technical Litera ture must be maintained at all times during the life of the system to maintain the durability and weatherproofing of the system External Fire spread Clause P2 3 1 11 1 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System meets the performance requirements of the BCA for use as a Load Bearing External Wall The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System provides an FRL of 90 90 90 Tested in accordance with AS 1530 4 External Moisture Clause P2 2 2 12 1 When installed in accordance with this Appraisal Certificate and Technical Literature the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System will pre
24. er or steel framing floor joists systems spaced at 440mm centres The system consists of 50mm thick Loxo Panels reinforced with corrosion protected steel in both directions For fast clean construction Loxo panels are available in standard sizes of 2200mm in length and 600mm in width Loxo Material Properties Property Value Units Ambient Density 520 kg m Dry Density Pary 500 kg m Working Density Pyecign 610 kg m Permanent Action G 0 3 kN m Characteristic Unconfined Compressive Strength m MPa Modulus of Rupture f a 0 73 MPa Design Ultimate Limit State Bending Capacity oM 0 12 kNm Design Serviceability Limit State Deflection Limit P Coefficient of contraction 0 4 mm m Coefficient of thermal expansion 10 x10 9C Notes 1 Ambient density is that achieved by the product when it has reached equilibrium at 23 C 50 RH The moisture content by mass in this state is typically between 2 and 5 2 Dry density is the manufacturer s reported density the typical frame of reference for grading AAC material It is achieved by oven drying specimens so that the moisture content is 0 3 Working density is to be used for calculation of effects due to permanent actions Quality Control y Quality from start to finish It is highly recommended that Loxo Floor panels are installed by approved Installers in accordance with 4 the Loxo Floor Design and Installation Manual With Loxo Reinforced these measures in
25. ermal Performance Values THERMAL TABLES FOR 50mm LOXO WALL SYSTEMS Confirmed by Fricker Report LOXO System Details 70mm Frames Total R Value System The following Systems are all based on 50mm LOXO Panel 70mm m2K W Frame Thickness and 10mm Plasterboard internal linings Summer 5070 Panel 20mm Cavity No Sarking Frame No Insulation Plaster 0 78 01 board 5070 Panel 20mm Cavity Sarking Frame No Insulation Plasterboard 5070 Panel 20mm Cavity Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plasterboard 5070 Panel 20mm Cavity No Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plaster 04 board 5070 Panel 40mm Cavity No Sarking Frame No Insulation Plaster 05 board Co 1 39 2 69 2 69 0 78 Note Sarking used in tables is Single Sided Reflective Foil Type LOXO System Details 90mm Frames Total R Value System The following Systems are all based on 50mm LOXO Panel 90mm m2K W Frame Thickness and 10mm Plasterboard internal linings Summer 5090 Panel 20mm Cavity No Sarking Frame No Insulation Plaster 0 78 01 board 5090 Panel 20mm Cavity Sarking Frame No Insulation Plasterboard 1 40 02 5090 Panel 20mm Cavity Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plasterboard 03 5090 Panel 20mm Cavity No Sarking Frame R2 0 Insulation Plaster 04 board 5090 Panel 40mm Cavity No Sarking Frame No Insulation Plaster 0 80 0 78 05 board 5090 Panel
26. h studs at maximum 600mm centres and 9 3 3 Specifically designed buildings up to design differ ential 2 5kPa ULS wind pressure with studs at maximum 600mm centres Generally 9 4 Fixings to be positioned minimum 50mm in from the edge of the panel giving an overall layout of 500mm Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 4 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 16 Page T1 gt m gt O e Sj O D eo 2 O O 9 IND DO CO A T H f D Ed centres per panel 9 5 Fixings are also required horizontally at 600mm cen tres and to a maximum of 900mm centres 9 6 Bugle head screws must be embedded a minimum of omm into the LOXO Cladding Panel and a maximum of 10mm Durability suitability Clause 1 2 1 10 1 The Cladding Panel Veneer System when used in accordance with this Appraisal Certificate and subjected to normal conditions of environment and use will meet the requirements of 51 2 1 of the BCA Maintenance 10 2 Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the performance requirements of the BCA NZBC are met and to ensure the maximum serviceability of the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System 10 3 Regular cleaning at least annually of the paint coating is r
27. is Certificate of Conformity is issued by an accredited certification body under arrangement with JAS ANZ The ABCB does not in any way warrant guarantee or represent that the Product the subject of this Certificate of Conformity conforms with the BCA nor accepts any liability arising out of the use of the Product The ABCB disclaims to the extent permitted by law all liability including negligence for claims of losses expenses damages and costs arising as a result of the use of the product s referred to in this Certificate It is advised to check that this Certificate of Conformity is currently valid and not withdrawn suspended or superseded by a later issue by referring to the ABCB website www abcb gov au LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 10 CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that LOXO CLADDING SYSTEMS 50mm AAC Panel CODEMARK State Additions or Variations 1 2 Page 2 of 3 Volume One e NSW J A P1 In NT Qld and TAS Section J is replaced by BCA 2009 Section J SA FP1 5 NT FP5 2 NSW and Qld GP5 1 e as GP5 1 a Volume Two e 1 NSW Part 2 6 does not apply New South Wales BASIX classifications are as tabulated as per the NSW Addition In NT and TAS Part 2 6 is replaced by BCA 2009 Part 2 6 Vic P2 6 1 SA P2 2 3 NSW P2 2 3 SA P2 3 1 Tas P2 3 4 NT P2 4 6 a Subject to the following conditions and limitations 1
28. l relevant building codes Working with AAC is easy and efficient AAC is both versatile and economical AAC meets the diverse demands better than any other material due to the numerous advantages of its physical and mechanical properties 2 6 so ZA BE mro 0 The LOXO CLADDING SYSTEM Design amp Installation Manual has been developed to provide design installation technical information to end users ranging from the owner builder licensed builders building consultants designers architects and engineers Although the details provided in this Design amp Installation Manual have been developed by Loxo and are intended to represent good building practice the registered professionals involved in the project such as the licensed builder architectural designer and engineering consultant must ensure that the information provided in this Design amp Installation Manual is appropriate and suitable for the project p NASAHI In Compliance oxoeReinforced see C Floor Panel Certificate ISO 9001 Loxo amp Nasahi in Australia Nasahi have signed an exclusive agreement within the territory of Australia for Loxo to be the sole distributor of Nasahi s 50mm AAC Loxo panel Nasahi was formed via a joint venture between the world leader in AAC technology Japan and the world leader in low cost efficient manufacturing China the result being a high quality technologically advanced low cost AAC
29. less otherwise noted 18 1 1 BEAL opinion on BCA compliance was based on the evaluation of all details within the scope of this Appraisal and testing of LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System to a weathertightness test method known as 2 1 The testing assessed the per formance of the window head jamb and sill de tails meterbox head jamb and sill details vertical control joints internal and external corners 18 1 2 BEAL have also reviewed the details contained within the technical manual and an opinion has been given by BEAL that the system will meet the performance requirements for a drained and non ventilated cavity system 18 1 3 Testing undertaken by OPUS laboratories in determining the compressive strength dry bulk density and drying shrinkage of the LOXO Cladding Panel to verify durability of the system 18 1 4 Corrosion protection of the steel wire reinforcement in the LOXO Cladding Panel was tested to verify durability and conducted by AZUMA design in Australia to AS2331 3 11 and ASTM B117 Other Investigations 19 1 Wind loadings self weight seismic loadings shear force panel capacity fastener pull through testing and calculations for the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System were determined by an independent Chartered Engineer in respect to the requirements of Structure Structural and durability opinions were provided 19 2 Assessment of Fire resistance of the 50mm thick LOXO Cladding Panel was based on a comparis
30. on of test data from other manufacturers testing for spread of fire and fire resistance based on AS1530 4 19 3 Thermal Performance testing and calculations for the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System were deter mined by an independent Chartered Professional Engi neer in respect to the requirements of Performance Re quirement P2 6 1 19 4 Assessment of Acoustic Performance for the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System was based on a compari son of test data from other manufacturers testing for Acoustic performance 19 5 Ease of application has been assessed 19 6 The Technical Literature for the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System has been examined by BEAL and found to be satisfactory Quality 20 1 The quality of materials components and accessories supplied by LOXO is managed through the use of the Building Product Quality Plan 20 2 The LOXO Building Product Quality Plan ensures continuous conformance with the quality requirements from purchase to supply of components 20 3 Building Product Quality Plan is reviewed at least annually by BEAL 20 4 Quality on site is the responsibility of the LOXO accredited contractors 20 5 Designers are responsible for the building design and building contractors are responsible for the quality of installation of framing systems and general construction detailing in accordance with the instructions of LOXO and this Appraisal Certificate 20 6 For a copy of this Technical Literature and any
31. one or being specifically designed for use in specifically designed buildings 3 4 Installation of components and accessories sup plied by LOXO must be carried out only by personnel trained and certified by LOXO Technical Literature 4 Refer to the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System Technical Manual Edition Dec 2011 The Technical Literature must be read in conjunction with this Appraisal All aspects of design use installation and maintenance contained within the Technical Literature and scope of this Appraisal Certificate must be followed 4 2 For a copy of this Technical Literature and any subsequent updates please refer to www loxo com au Technical Specification System Components and Accessories 5 1 LOXO Cavity Battens Cavity battens are 20mm to 40mm thick and 250mm long manufactured from either i Very High Density Class VH EPS with a den sity of no less than 28kg m or ii H3 treated pine timber 5 2 LOXO Cavity Batten Fixing i 50mm hot dipped galvanised steel flat head nail for use with the 20mm battens to timber frames ii 75mm hot dipped galvanised steel flat head nail for use with the 40mm battens to timber frames ili 40mm galvanized drill point countersunk screws for use with the 20mm battens to steel frames iv 60mm galvanized drill point countersunk screws for use with the 40mm battens to steel frames v Construction Adhesive such as Maxbond Liquid Nails or similar may be used to temp
32. orarily fix the battens to the frame or building wrap 5 3 Vermin Control Strips or Cavity Closer Strips Metal Metal Vermin Control Strips or Cavity Closer Strips are continuous metal top hats used to close the gap between the bottom plate and the back of the panel Mitre cut top hats at corners to maintain vermin proofing The top hats are fixed to the bottom plate using 12 11 x 25mm Hex Head Type 17 screws for timber frames 10 16 x 16mm Hex Head Tek screws for steel frames 5 4 Vermin Control Strips or Cavity Closer Strips Timber Timber Vermin Control Strips or Cavity Closer Strips are continuous timber LOXO Cavity Battens used to close the gap between the bottom plate and the back of the panel Mitre cut or butt timber bat tens at corners to maintain vermin proofing the tim ber strips are installed to the bottom plate with 75mm hot dipped galvanised steel flat head nail 2 9 LOXO Cladding Panels LOXO Cladding Panels are manufactured from auto claved aerated concrete with an approximate density of 560kg m LOXO Cladding Panels are supplied in lengths of 2200mm long by 600mm wide and are available in the following thicknesses 50mm and weigh approx 37kg per panel 75mm and weigh approx 56kg per panel 5 6 LOXO Cladding Panel Fasteners 14 10 x 75mm MP Bugle Head Type 17 screw is used to fix panels to timber battens 14 10 x 100mm MP Bugle Head Type 17 screw must be used with EPS battens up to a maximum cavit
33. ously described is worn As an added measure of containing the dust when working with AAC products Loxo recommends the use of dust extraction equipment Loxo panels are delivered to site flat packed which gives flexibility to cutting as it can be used as the cutting bench as the panels are required make sure that the saw blade is adjusted to the right cutting depth so as not to cut through the panel below Any exposed reinforcement during cutting must be coated with Loxo Corrosion Protection Touch Up Paint For a copy of the full range of Loxo MSDS sheets visit the Loxo website www loxo com au Regular checks and cleaning at least annually of the jointing and coating systems must be carried out any routine maintenance performed as and when required to maintain weather tightness Any damage to the coating system must be promptly repaired by an approved applicator to ensure the integrity of the coating system is maintained n Hazardous Materials In reference to the BCA regarding Hazardous Building Materials Loxo Panels are non hazardous providing all safety precautions included in this literature are adhered to Loxo is a quality building product and is backed by Loxo Cladding Systems Pty Ltd For further details on engineering and building with the Loxo system sales or technical assistance please visit our website www loxo com au and obtain the latest Design amp Installation Manual Gu
34. proval of any changes in product specifica tion or quality assurance prior to product being market ed including any trade literature web site info or the like 4 BEAL makes no representation as to A The nature of individual examples of batches of or individual installations of the product including methods and workmanship B The presence or absence of any patent or similar rights subsisting in the product or any other product C Any guarantee or warranty offered by the Appraisal Certificate holder 5 BEAL s verification of the building product or system complying with one or more above mentioned criteria is given on the basis that the criteria used were those that were appropriate to demonstrate compliance with the BCA at the date of this Appraisal Certificate In the event that the criteria is withdrawn or amended at a later date this Appraisal may no longer remain valid 6 Any reference in this Appraisal Certificate to any other publication shall be read as a reference to the version of publication specified in this Appraisal Certificate Authorised Signatory BUILDING ELEMENT ASSESSMENT LABORATORY C R Prouse Principal Building Scientist Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 7 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 19 Page Th
35. r texture coated finish It is designed to be used as an external wall cladding system for residential and light commercial type buildings where domestic construction tech niques are used 1 2 The system consists of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete AAC panels LOXO Cladding Panels fixed over a batten system that has been fixed to a timber or metal wall frame There is a choice of two batten types i high density polysty rene and ii H3 treated pine timber The battens can form a cavity from 20mm to 40mm depending on the requirements of the project A LOXO approved coating system must comply with the following 1 3 1 A minimum of a 3mm thick Base Coat render reinforced with fibreglass mesh 1 3 2 A Primer Sealer Optional dependent on coating manufacturers recommendations 1 3 3 A minimum of a 1 0mm thick Texture Coat Wet Texture or Dry Texture material The Wet Textures may be coloured through tinted and may not require the application of a paint system dependent on coating manufacturers recommendations The Dry Textures will require the application of a 100 acrylic based exterior paint system 1 4 The system incorporates a primary and secondary means of weather resistance The primary being the aesthetic coating system applied over the LOXO AAC Panels but in the event that water was to find its way through the coated wall cladding layer the cavity acts as the secondary means of weather resistance The non ventilated cavity system al
36. re 16 3 The Window and Door joinery must be spaced outside of the wall frame to suit the thickness of the cavi ty batten system LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System 16 4 Must be installed in accordance with the Technical Literature by LOXO accredited contractors 16 5 The Technical Literature must be referred to during the inspection of the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System installations Finishing System 16 6 The application of the LOXO approved coating system must be applied in accordance with the manufac turers instructions at all times Health and Safety 17 1 When cutting drilling or grinding the LOXO Cladding Panel this must be carried out in an open air or well ventilated area and a dust mask eye protection and gloves must be worn 17 2 All aspects of cutting drilling or grinding must comply with the latest regulations of Worksafe Australia Occupational Health and Safety 17 3 Referto the Technical Literature from the relevant manufacturer for the safe use and handling of the components that make up the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System Basis of Appraisal BEAL use the compliance verification procedure to demonstrate compliance with the relevant clauses of the BCA based on a risk analysis procedure The following is a summary of the technical investigations carried out Tests 18 1 The following testing of the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System and its respective components has been undertaken by BEAL un
37. rers ang recommendations In the case were a paint Sarking is required with EPS battens to prevent ae system is not required the application of the trapped moisture between the batten and the frame NO wet texture forms the primary means of weather CO 5 13 Construction Adhesive resistance Construction Adhesive such as Maxbond Liquid 6 5 Paint System ne Nails or similar used for adhering accessories such Th E e paint system membrane coating must CO as Aluminium External Corner angles to LOXO Clad Pompes nanmumor TOL En ding Panels or temporarily fixing EPS Cavity Battens E acrylic based exterior paint The paint mem Sade prior to the installation of the Panel Fasteners 3 eh mi rane must be applied to a minimum dry film 0 14 Flexible sealant thickness of 150um per coat and must have a Seal N Flex or equivalent can be used as a weather total dry film thickness The application of the trations through the LOXO Cladding Panels to pre weather resistance vent or reduce the amount of water ingress into the cavity as good building practice LOXO Approved Render Handling and Storage Handling and storage of all the materials sup Coating oystem plied by LOXO or the accredited contractor both on and off site are under the control of All Render and Paint components used for the coat LOXO accredited contractors ing of the LOXO Cladding Panels are to be approved 7 2 D
38. rom condensation When installed over steel frame please refer to 12 7 12 7 When the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System is installed over steel framing 10mm V H expanded polystyrene thermal break sheeting with a R value of at least 0 3 must be installed over the steel frame stud nog top and bottom plate to provide a thermal break in accordance with the requirements of the BCA Building wrap is then dressed over the top of the sheeting fol lowed by the installation of the cavity battens Thermal Performance Clause P2 6 1 13 1 The LOXO Cladding Panel has a thermal rating from the manufacturer for the 50mm thick AAC panel of R0 39 13 2 Atable has been developed from the use of 70mm and 90mm wide timber framing studs at 600mm centres with noggins at 1350mm centres using Envi roseal Wall Wrap reflective foil wall wrap sarking with a R1 2 summer and R1 3 winter and insulation with a nominal R Value of 2 0 Refer to Thermal Performance Values shown on page 8 Acoustic Performance 14 1 The LOXO Cladding Panel has an acoustic STC rating of 33 from the manufacturer for the 50mm thick AAC panel A table has been developed from the use of 90mm wide timber framing studs at 600mm centres with noggins at 1350mm centres insulation with a nominal R Value of 2 0 and a nominal 10mm plasterboard Refer to Acoustic Performance Values shown on page 9 Installation Information Installation Skill Level Requirement 15 1 Inst
39. ry storage must be provided on site for the by LOXO and must conform to the following criteria LOXO Cladding Panel fiberglass mesh and bags of adhesive render with the LOXO Clad ding Panels stored flat and protected from 6 1 Base Coat Render The base coat render must be fully meshed It physical damage EPS and timber battens must be a polymer modified Portland cement flashing mouldings etc must be protected from based render it is mixed on site with clean direct sunlight physical damage and stored flat drinking water It is applied as a base coat ei and under cover out of the weather All liquid ther over or encapsulating a high quality alkali components shall be stored in dry frost free resistant fibre glass mesh reinforcement En conditions sure there is a minimum of 2mm thickness over the mesh The total meshed base coat should have a minimum thickness of 3mm 7 3 Handling of LOXO Cladding Panels require care to prevent damage to corners or excessive flexing Panels should always be carried on 6 2 The Reinforcing Mesh edge The Reinforcing Mesh must be a high quality alkali 4 Handling and storage of all the materials sup resistant fiberglass mesh with a nominal size of ap plied by the building contractor both on and off prox 4mm 5mm square and a weight of 150g m site is the responsibility of the building contrac for use in domestic and light commercial situations tor Materials must be handled and stored in
40. sbane 21 Saltash Street Virginia QLD 4014 Tel 61 7 3216 5966 Fax 61 7 3216 2069 International Loxo Cladding Systems NZ Ltd F Christchurch Head Office i P O Box 10 176 Christchurch New Zealand Tel 64 3 372 3343 I Fax 64 3 365 8589 Distributed by Disclaimer While every effort is made by Loxo to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate at the time of publication Loxo makes no representation about the contents and suitability of this information for any purpose You should make your own enquiries to determine whether the Loxo product is suitable for your needs As the use and installation of the Loxo product is outside of our control Loxo accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage arising from the improper or incorrect use of the product Use of the Loxo product is subject to all pre existing rights and any requirements of the law in your jurisdiction Loxo reserves the right to revise or amend this manual and its contentsfrom time to time without notification to any persons or individuals of such revisions or amendments Contact Loxo for all your enquiries It is advised to refer to the Loxo website for the most up to date version Visit our website www loxo com au or addition thereof LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 24 Page
41. shed Table 1 Properties Property Ambient Density Density pay Working Density Odesign Permanent Action G 0 3 Characteristic Unconfined Compressive Strength fuc Modulus of Rupture fu Design Ultimate Limit State Bending Capacity M Design Serviceability Limit State Deflection Limit Omax Coefficient of contraction Coefficient of thermal expansion LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 11 Page CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that X LOXO CLADDING SYSTEMS 50mm AAC Panel CODEMARK Notes 1 Ambient density is that achieved by the product when it has reached equilibrium at 23 C 50 RH The moisture content by mass in this state is typically between 2 and 5 2 Dry density is the manufacturer s reported density the typical frame of reference for grading AAC material It is achieved by oven drying specimens so that the moisture content is 0 3 Working density is to be used for calculation of effects due to permanent actions Page 3 of 3 Table 2 Fixing Specification Max Horizontal Spacing for Wind Class Battens and Panel Screws Max Panel Screw Spacing Vertically po 60 2 900 500 2 screws 600mm X 500 2screws 600mm L 6o 250 3screws 00mm 500 2screws 600mm Screw size should be No 14 as specified N1 N2 N3 C1 Table 3 Acoustic Insulation Acoustic Ra
42. sing from the improper or incorrect use of the product Use of the Loxo product is subject to all pre existing rights and any requirements of the law in your jurisdiction Loxo reserves the right to revise or amend this manual and its contents from time to time without notification to any persons or individuals of such revisions or amendments It is advised to refer to the Loxo website for the most up to date version or addition thereof LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 8 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 9 CODEMARK Product description 2200 x 600 x 50 mm Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete AAC Panel CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that o LOXO CLADDING SYSTEMS 50mm AAC Panel Page 1 of 3 Product purpose or use 1 Fire rated cladding for load bearing external timber or steel framed walls 2 Fire barrier between timber or steel framing of separate occupancies in residential apartments The AAC will also contribute together with insulating material to providing acoustic attenuation 3 Flooring for timber or steel framed floor structures Certificate holder Loxo Cladding Systems Pty Ltd 1331 Stud Road Rowville VIC 3178 Complies with the National Construction Code 2012 1 Volume One BP1 1 BP1 2 and Volume Two P2 1 in re
43. spect of structural performance when designed and constructed in accordance with the Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition and e Table 1 Table 2 and Table 5 e Loxo 50mm AAC Party Wall System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition e 50mm AAC Floor System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition Volume One CP1 CP2 and Volume Two P2 3 1 in respect of fire performance when designed and constructed in accordance with the fire rated construction specifications and details in the Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition the Loxo 50mm AAC Party Wall System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition achieve the following Fire Resistance Levels FRL e External wall exposed to fire source outside with 10mm internal plasterboard lining 120 120 90 e External wall exposed to fire source outside with 13mm internal fire grade plasterboard lining 120 120 120 e Party wall exposed to fire source either side with 10mm plasterboard lining both sides 90 90 90 Volume One FP1 4 and Volume Two P2 2 2 in respect of weatherproofing for external walls when detailed and constructed in accordance with the Loxo 50mm AAC Panel System Design and Installation Manual August 2012 Edition Volume One FP1 5 and Volume Two P2 2 3 in respect of damp proofing for external walls if provided with damp proof courses complying with AS 3700 2011 Clauses 4 7
44. ting Loxo System PR NP Rw Rt Ce 70mm timber frame e 1 layer of 10mm plasterboard both sides 90mm timber frame e 1 layer of R2 0 insulation against the plasterboard 76mm steel frame on both sides 92mm steel frame Minimum 10mm cavity both sides of L xo panel Table 4 Thermal Insulation Loxo SHEE System Details Total R Value m K W y Based on 10mm plasterboard lining L Summer Winter 5070 02 NS and 20 40mm cavity no sarking 70mm or 90mm frame 5090 02 NS R2 0 glasswool insulation 5090 03 NS 20 40 cavity no sarking 90mm frame R2 5 3 11 min 3 24 min glasswool insulation 5090 01 DS 40mm cavity double sided anti glare foil sarking 3 49 3 83 90mm frame R2 5 glasswool insulation The above figures refer to a system R Value i e including air films cavity and other components Table 5 Panel Bending Capacity 0907 O MM 7 0007 O 150 2060 O End of the document LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 12 Page ILDING ELEMENT ASSESSMENT LABORATORY ET LOXO 50mm AAC Panel LT LOXO LTLOXO Batten Clading Systems Pty Ltd Approved Render amp Coating System Product 1 1 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System is drainable non ventilated cavity system comprising Autoclaved Aerated Concrete AAC wall cladding panels with a meshed base rende
45. upport the packs if they are to be placed on any part of the structure Storage All Loxo material should be kept dry and preferably under cover all care should be taken to avoid damage to the face ends and edges of the panels When Loxo Panels are stored outside they must be off the ground and protected from the weather a Manual Handling Physical manual handling of Loxo Panels around the work site should be kept to a minimum always support the weight by a two man lift procedure and where the manual handling becomes excessive with respect to distance from the installation area Loxo recommends the use of trolleys and or other mechanical devices e Carry on edge not recommended on Flat Occupational Health amp Safety OH amp S Loxo AAC Panels along with all clay concrete and quarry products contains Crystalline Silica or silica Dust Prolonged exposure to Silica dust without the correct PPE can be harmful and potentially cause life threatening health hazards such as bronchitis silicosis and lung cancer The Loxo AAC Panel itself does not cause health problems however when cutting drilling sawing routing chasing sanding and in any way breaking up the material there is the potential for health problems to occur unless standard precautionary measures are taken Breathing in the dust repeatedly over many years may lead to health problems Itis most unlikely to breath in the fine silica dust when sta
46. vent the penetration of water that could cause undue dampness and or damage to building elements and will therefore comply with Per formance requirement P2 2 2 of the BCA 12 2 The cavity must be sealed off from the roof and subfloor space 12 3 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System allows excess moisture present within the cavity at the comple tion of construction to be dissipated without causing per manent damage to the building elements to meet the performance requirement of the BCA 12 4 The details provided within the Technical Literature for weatherproofing are based on the design principle of employing both a 1st and 2nd line of defence against moisture entry for joints penetrations and junctions Moisture ingress must be prevented by detailing any joinery or wall junctions as shown in the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System technical manual Any weatherproofing details developed by a designer that are outside the scope of this Appraisal Certificate that are the responsibility of the designer 12 5 The presence of a drained cavity does not reduce the requirement to ensure the cladding wall and all the relevant junctions penetrations etc remain weather resistant Water Vapour 12 6 The LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer System is not a barrier to the passage of water vapour and when correctly installed in accordance with both this Appraisal and Technical Literature will not create or increase the risk of moisture damage resulting f
47. y thickness of 20mm to ensure a minimum of 25mm of the screw is embedded into the timber frame These screws are also used in steel frames with EPS battens up to a maximum cavity thickness of 40mm 14 10 x 125mm MP Bugle Head Type 17 screw must be used with EPS battens up to a maximum cavity thickness of 40mm to ensure a minimum of 25mm of the screw is embedded into the timber frame NOTE A minimum of Class 3 fasteners must be used with the LOXO Cladding Panel Veneer Sys tem AS3566 corrosion class 3 or 4 fasteners must be used in BCA defined corrosion zones 1 2 3 and 4 Grade 304 stainless steel in the sea spray zone 5 7 LOXO Panel Adhesive LOXO Panel Adhesive is a polymer modified cement based material supplied in 20kg bags The adhesive is used for bonding the panel joints during construc tion and must be applied to both vertical and hori zontal panel joints Building Element Assessment Laboratory Ltd 2010 All rights reserved Use of this document is subject to BEAL s Terms and Conditions www beal co nz Page 2 of 9 LOXO Cladding Systems Pty Ltd Design and Installation Manual Floor System Issue August 2012 14 Page 5 8 LOXO Anti Corrosion Protective Paint A water based primer sealer to enhance adhe UJ LOXO Anti Corrosion Protection Paint is used to sion Refer to coating manufacturer s specifica TI treat any exposed reinforcing steel to prevent corro tion gt sion occurring It is supplied in 500ml
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