GlasRoc

GlasRoc
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GlasRoc

Product catalog summary
Introduction
CertainTeed's GlasRoc® Sheathing is a sustainable building product designed for exterior applications, offering protection, compatibility with various wall systems, and meeting environmental standards.
Specifications and Features
GlasRoc® Sheathing features a water-resistant gypsum core with embedded glass mats, a paperless surface, and an acrylic coating. Key features include 12-month weather exposure protection, water and fire resistance, mold resistance, and compatibility with most exterior wall systems. It is lightweight and easy to handle.
Warranties
The product comes with a 12-month limited warranty against exposure, a 5-year limited warranty for performance, and a 10-year substrate limited warranty for EIF Systems.
Physical Properties
GlasRoc® Sheathing meets ASTM standards, offering reduced humidified deflections, superior flexural strengths, and excellent nail-pull resistance. It is noncombustible and provides superior fire performance.
Applications
Suitable for Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems (EIFS), exterior archways, soffits, conventional stucco, cavity walls, and exterior cladding.
Installation and Standards
Installation follows ASTM standards, compatible with standard tools and fasteners, and designed to withstand environmental conditions like UV exposure, rain, wind, and temperature changes.
Fire-Rated Systems
Details on fire-resistance ratings for wall systems using GlasRoc® Sheathing Type X, including 1-hour and 2-hour ratings, with specific installation instructions.
Referenced Standards
Includes ASTM C 1177 for glass mat gypsum substrate and ASTM E 84 for surface burning characteristics, ensuring safety and performance.
Key Data from Tables
Tables compare properties like humidified deflection and water absorption, showing superior performance of GlasRoc® Sheathing compared to traditional gypsum boards.
Recommendations
Follow manufacturer specifications for installation and finishing, use appropriate fasteners, and ensure joints are properly offset and finished for structural integrity and fire resistance.
Specifications
1. Exterior Application: Use 1/2" GlasRoc® Sheathing horizontally with specific nailing patterns. 2. Insulation: Use 3-1/2" Glass Fiber or Mineral Wool Insulation. 3. Fire-Rated Systems: Provides 1-hour and 2-hour fire-resistance ratings.
Procedures
1. Fastening Guidelines: Use recommended nails or screws. 2. Joint Treatments: Tape and finish joints for sealing and fire resistance.
Standards and Recommendations
1. Fire-Test-Response: Meet ASTM E 119 standards. 2. Single Source Responsibility: Obtain all products from a single manufacturer.
Limitations
1. Avoid using staples or adhesives for fastening. 2. Do not use in environments with temperatures exceeding 125°F (52°C).
Safety
Consult the Material Safety Data Sheet for more information.
Product Specifications
Includes details on gypsum sheathing, joint-and-penetration treatment materials, and accessory materials, with specific recommendations for fasteners and installation procedures.
Execution Procedures
Installation must comply with GA-253, ASTM C 1280, and manufacturer instructions, ensuring proper sealing and finishing for weather resistance.
Additional Information
Features patented technology for strength and flexibility. CertainTeed provides contact information and mentions other products and systems offered by the company.
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Catalog excerpts

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The unique technology behind GlasRoc Sheathing combines r einforcing glass mats,fully embedded into a water-resistant gypsumcore positioned beneath a paperless polymer-modified gypsum surface, and aprotective acrylic coating on the exterior face. GlasRoc > ή Brand Sheathing offers:ҕ Long term protection (12 months) to weather exposure. A superior water resistant surface that does not inhibit water vapor permeance.ՕExcellent fire resistance properties, and numerous fire rated designs.Mold resistance.ՕCompatibility with most exterior wallsystems and applications. > Acrylic coating bondedto a polymer-modifiedgypsum...

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Applications Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 GlasRoc Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Physical Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Exterior Wall Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9Exterior Designs (Arches/Soffits) . . . .10-11 Fire-Rated Exterior Wall Systems . . . .12-18Fire-Rated Interior Systems . . . . . . . .19-20 Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Framing & Joint Treatment . . . . . . . .21Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Architectural Specifications . . . . . . . .23Contact...

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DimensionsBetter Physical Performance > Thickness & TypeWidthLengthEdgeStandard 1/2" (12.7 mm) GlasRoc ή Sheathing4'8'*SquareASTM C 11775/8" (15.9 mm) GlasRoc Sheathing Type X4'8'*SquareASTM C 1177 *Other lengths available. Ask your CertainTeed sales representative. Easy to Handle and InstallGlasRoc Mold Resistance Tested in accor dance with ASTM C 1177,and applicable ASTM C 1396, C 931, and C 79 tests, > ή Sheathing is handled andinstalled like regular paper-faced sheathing.In addition, it: Can be scored and cut with a standardutility knife. No special tools required.Օ Snaps free after scoring...

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GlasRoc ή GlasRoc Sheathing Sheathing Type X Noncombustible Noncombustible ASTM E 136 > ** 10 > ** 10 > ** ASTM D 3273 > *Other lengths available. Ask your CertainTeed sales representative.** No mold growth detected. Note 10 is highest rating possible. Gypsum Board & Finishing Products from CertainTeed Call Toll Free 800-233-8990 Օ www.glasroc.com www.certainteed.com > 5 size="-1">

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ή SheathingInsulationMetal or wood framing ΕSuperior water shed and surface water resistance.Excellent total water absorptionresistance.ՕTwelve month resistance to UV andenvironmental exposure.Improved insulation adhesion due to integrated board surface.ՕApproved substrate by the major EIFS manufacturers. > Finish CoatBase CoatEmbedded Reinforced MeshEPS InsulationBonding Adhesive GlasRoc Referenced Standards ASTM C 514: Specification for Nails for the Application of Gypsum Boar Superior Strength GlasRoc > ծ Sheathing integrally bonds itsface coating to the moisture resistant core,resulting in...

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GlasRoc SheathingMetal or wood framing Water resistive barrier asrequired by local code Weep Holes Flashing Brick VeneerWall Tie Air space Insulation Referenced Standards ΕASTM C 514: Specification for Nails for the Application of Gypsum Board > GlasRoc > ծ Sheathing offers a protective,smooth, water-resistant applicationsurface which will withstand water penetration into the stud cavity, so aseparate weather-resistant barrier may notbe necessary, unless required by localcode. To best prevent air and water intrusion (when a separate weather resistive barrier is not required by local codes), the...

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ή SheathingInsulationMetal or wood framing Water Resistant Barrier Metal LathFlashingConventional Stucco GlasRoc GlasRoc > SheathingΒs integral coatedsurface with its high surface bond strengthprovides an excellent water-resistantsurface for conventional stuccoapplications. The treated core adds to thewater-resistive performance of the product. Conventional stucco systems rely on the structural soundness of the sheathing component to which they are applied. Referenced Standards ASTM C 514: Specification for Nails forthe Application of Gypsum BoardՕASTM C 954: Specification for SteelDrill Scr...

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2" (50 mm) Glass Mesh TapeFinish CoatBase CoatGlasRoc > ή Sheathing > Sheathing BoardThickness Tested - BentLengthwise Radii 1/2" (12.7 mm) GlasRoc > Sheathing 4' - (1219 mm) > 5/8" (15.9 mm) GlasRoc > ή Sheathing Type X 6' - (1829 mm) >

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GlasRoc-12

24" (600 mm) 5/8" (15.9 mm)GlasRoc 5/8" (15.9 mm) ProRoc ή Type X gypsum board 3-1/2" (89 mm) GlassFiber or Mineral WoolInsulation Sheathing Type X 3-5/8" (92 mm) Steel Studs 3-5/8" (92 mm) Steel Track

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24" (600 mm) 5/8" (15.9 mm)GlasRoc 5/8" (15.9 mm) ProRoc ή Type X gypsum board Sheathing Type X3-1/2" (89 mm) Glass Fiber orMineral Wool Insulation 3-1/2" (89 mm) Steel Studs 3-1/2" (89 mm) Steel Track

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ή 2 )Interior > Type X gypsum board Install insulation between studs. Apply one layer of 5/8" (15.9 mm) Pr oRoc > Type X gypsum board vertically orhorizontally with 1-7/8" (48 mm) nailsspaced 7" (175 mm) o.c. along edges and in the field. Joints must be offset fromjoints on the opposite side. Tape andfinish joints. > 5/8" (15.9 mm)GlasRoc ή SheathingType X 3-1/2" (89 mm) Glass Fiber or MineralWool Insulation 2" x 4" (38 mm x 89 mm)Wood Studs 2" x 4" (38 mm x 89 mm) Wood Plates 16"(400 mm) 5/8" (15.9 mm) ProRoc Exterior Apply one layer of 5/8" (15.9 mm) GlasRoc > Sheathing Type X vertically orhorizontally...

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oRoc > ή Type X gypsum board verticallyor horizontally with 1-7/8" (48 mm) nails spaced 8" (200 mm) o.c. Vertical joints must be located over framing members.Apply a face layer of 5/8" (15.9 mm)ProRoc > 3-1/2" (89 mm)Glass Fiber orMineral WoolInsulation ή Type X gypsum board vertically orhorizontally to the interior side with 2-3/8"(60 mm) nails spaced 8" (200 mm) o.c.Joints must be offset from joints in theunderlying layer. Tape and finish joints. > Type Xgypsum board 16"(400 mm) Exterior Apply one layer of 1/2" (12.7 mm) GlasRoc > Sheathing horizontally to the exterior side with 1-3/4"(44 mm)...

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