Installation Manual - Ezy-Lite

1 11th September 2018 P a g e -1 Astrix Installation Manual EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System for NCC 2016, Vol. 2, BCA Class 1 & Class 10 Buildings Version 1, 11th September 2018 2/89 Somerset Road, Campbellfield Vic, 3061 T. 03 9359 2336 F. 03 359 9306 11th July 2018 P -2 Astrix Installation Manual Contents 1 Introduction .. 4 EzyLite Astrix Panel .. 4 2 EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System .. 5 Benefits .. 5 Structural Performance .. 5 Weatherproofing Performance .. 6 Thermal Properties .. 6 Acoustic Properties .. 7 Early Fire Hazard Properties .. 7 Building Code of Australia (BCA) 2016 .. 7 3 Materials.

2 8 Damp Proof Course .. 8 Breathable Wall Wrap .. 8 Reinforced Aluminium Foil Tape (48mm wide) .. 8 Aluminium faced Butyl Flashing Tape (48mm wide) .. 8 Backing Rod .. 8 Fire Rated Adhesive Sealant .. 8 Astrix Panel .. 8 Screws .. 9 External Angles .. 9 Fibreglass Mesh .. 9 Render .. 9 4 Specifications .. 10 5 Installation .. 11 Typical Panel Layout for 450mm Stud 11 Typical Panel Layout for Openings .. 12 Fastener Type, Spacing & Edge Distances .. 12 Installation Steps .. 12 6 Construction Details .. 15 Direct Fix (directly to studs) .. 15 Concrete Slab Over 15 Concrete Slab Rebate .. 16 Panel Over Masonry .. 17 Wall Over Roof.

3 18 Garage / Bulkhead / Overhang / 19 Wall to Balcony .. 20 11th September 2018 P a g e -3 Astrix Installation Manual Parapet Wall .. 21 Junction to Masonry 22 Horizontal Expansion Joint .. 23 Vertical Expansion Joint .. 24 Internal Corner .. 26 External Corner .. 27 Window Head .. 27 Window Sill .. 28 Window Jamb .. 29 Eave Soffit .. 30 Large Penetration .. 31 Service Penetration .. 32 Downpipe Fixing .. 32 External Fixture .. 33 7 Warranty .. 34 11th July 2018 P -4 Astrix Installation Manual 1 Introduction EzyLite Astrix Panel Ezylite Astrix is a 100% asbestos free, non-toxic, odourless, non-combustible, corrosion resistant, acid-base resistant, sound & thermal insulating, inorganic panel with a honeycomb interior structure.

4 EzyLite Astrix panels are available as a standard size of 600 mm x 2100 mm and 50 mm thickness. Astrix panel is truly a lightweight wall cladding designed for fire and acoustic rating requirements. A 50mm Astrix panel wall system is capable of achieving a 120/120/120 FRL in accordance with AS/NZS 1530. 4 and is non-combustible in accordance with AS/NZS Astrix panels are manufactured with a Tongue & Groove (T&G) edge along the long edges for easy Installation . The weight of a 600 x 2100 x 50 mm Astrix Panel is approximately 18 kg, which is under the lifting limits endorsed by work safe Vic. A team of two installers can install between 200-600 m2 per day without the use of heavy lifting machines or special cutting tools.

5 Astrix Panel Efficiencies: - Sufficient, strength, durability and stability - Resists moisture, decay & bio-contamination - Non-toxic and non-hazardous to occupants and installers - Able to be installed efficiently and effectively - Does not negatively impact on the eco-systems - No components are harvested or mined - All components are reclaimed or recycled materials from other industries - Does not require damaging maintenance, operations or disposal practices Other Possible Applications: - Highly recommended for acoustic wall applications - Thermal insulation of building walls and roofs - Thermal insulation layer for all kinds of industrial equipment and pipelines - Fire rated wall applications, Note: A certificate of Installation will be issued for fire rated wall applications on completion only when inspection confirms our standards have been met.

6 11th September 2018 P a g e -5 Astrix Installation Manual 2 EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System This Manual describes the performance and Installation instructions for the Astrix External Wall Cladding System for Direct-Fix applications. EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System achieves Total R-values which contribute to achieving wall insulation requirements and can be input to house energy rating software to achieve an energy rating. EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System consists of an Astrix panel screwed to timber or steel wall framing through a breathable wall wrap. In the Direct-Fix system, the panel is fixed directly to the studs. The maximum stud spacing is 450 mm.

7 EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System is coated with a polymer-modified render system that allows any number of different finishes to be achieved. Incorporation of EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System into the building design must be made by a person who understands the application and technical aspects of the system and has access to all relevant technical information. Ezylite will not provide certification or warrant any Installation that is not made in accordance with this Manual . Contact us if any of these instructions are not clearly understood. Benefits EzyLite Astrix Benefits: - Lightweight - Fire Rated - Acoustic Rated - Water Resistant (Not Waterproof) - Anti Mould - Termite Resistant - High Impact Resistance - Environmentally Friendly - Thermal Resistance - Easy to cut and install - Non-hazardous material Structural Performance EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System: - Meets BCA Volume 2 strength limit state wind pressures up to , this includes AS 4055 Wind Classification N3.

8 - Not tested as wall bracing, framing must be designed to resist loads. 11th July 2018 P -6 Astrix Installation Manual - Control joints at regular intervals, maximum 6m spacing, must be specified by the building designer. - Only to be installed on buildings that conform with AS 4055. Weatherproofing Performance EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System complies with the BCA Volume 2 performance requirements for weatherproofing and dampness confirmed by testing in accordance with the verification method Astrix panels must be installed a least 50mm above finished ground level. All windows must comply with AS 2047. Every EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System Installation must have a Risk Score of 20 or less determined in accordance with NCC 2016, BCA Volume 2 Table , as follows.

9 (Credit: The National Construction Code Series 2016 as released by the Australian Building Codes Board on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia and States and Territories of Australia. ) Thermal Properties The calculated Total R-value of Astrix Panel External Wall in accordance with AS/NZS is This helps to provide excellent thermal efficiency of the home with huge savings on energy bills. EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System with a 50 mm thickness panel, breathable wall wrap, glasswool insulation and 10mm plasterboard lining achieves the following Total R-values in accordance with AS/NZS 11th September 2018 P a g e -7 Astrix Installation Manual Total R-value ( ) Direct Fix Total R-values can be increased with additional insulation between the wall studs, Include up to added glasswool insulation in a 90mm stud.

10 Acoustic Properties Acoustic testing achieved Rw+Ctr = 51, with glasswool batts on timber frame lined with 10 mm Plaster board and 50 mm Astrix Panel. Acoustic Ratings Early Fire Hazard Properties EzyLite Astrix panel has been tested in accordance with AS/NZS where the Ignitability, Spread-of-Flame, Heat-Evolved, and Smoke-Developed Indices are 0, 0, 0, 0-1 respectively. Building Code of Australia (BCA) 2016 EzyLite Astrix External Wall Cladding System has been tested and appraised to the following performance requirements of the NCC 2016, BCA Volume 2: Structure: ( Structural stability and resistance to actions) Tested and appraised for serviceability and strength under wind actions up to and including AS 4055 Wind Class N3.