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Case study: CSL Global Headquarters and Centre for R&D

CSL's new Global Headquarters in Melbourne, designed by COX Architecture, blends innovation with sustainability. The building highlights CSL’s rich history, cutting-edge laboratories, and biophilic design while targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating for environmental performance. Gyprock’s plasterboard products were crucial in meeting the project's needs, from fire safety to sound control.

Resource | 09/09/2024

The role of plasterboard in streamlining interior design and sound management

Plasterboard, also known as drywall or gypsum board, is an essential building material that has revolutionised the construction and interior design industry for decades. Commonly used for creating walls and ceilings, Decor Systems’ plasterboard is perforated to create acoustic panels.

Resource | 03/09/2024

Lightweight plasterboard systems in multi-residential projects: National Construction Code structural, fire and acoustic requirements

Lightweight plasterboard systems provide a comprehensive solution for addressing many aspects of building design, including internal walls and ceilings. However, while plasterboard is a widely used building material, compliance with the National Construction Code should not be taken for granted.

Resource | 08/04/2024

Moisture control in commercial building projects: Specifying the right plasterboard solution

Excess moisture and condensation are two of the most common issues that cause damage to commercial buildings. Mould growth, warping, rotting, and staining are only a few possible consequences, but perhaps more importantly, they can create unhealthy indoor conditions that can impact the health and wellbeing of occupants.

Resource | 05/04/2024

Knauf Systems+ 2024 Edition

The comprehensive design guide for Knauf plasterboard and lightweight systems has been updated to reflect an extensive range of new systems, our new fire-rated boards, and updates to the National Construction Code (NCC 2022). The eagerly awaited resource for construction and building industry professionals spans design information, structural performance and installation specifications, including new fire and acoustic test reports.

Resource | 26/02/2024

Case study: Forrestfield-Airport Link, Perth, WA

Commissioned by the Public Transport Authority of Western Australia, the Forrestfield-Airport Link was one of Western Australia’s most significant and transformative public transport projects. The undertaking has seen Perth’s eastern suburbs linked by rail for the very first time with 8.5km of new tracks, 8km of which are in tunnels.

Resource | 26/07/2023

Complying with the revised AS 5216 fastener standard

It is critical for professionals and trades people to understand the regulatory requirements governing the design and installation of fasteners to ensure the construction of safe and functional building structures. The revised fastener standard (AS 5216:2021) introduces C2, a new and more stringent seismic performance category in addition to the existing C1.

Resource | 24/07/2023

Fire resistance levels for walls and ceiling systems: A specifier’s guide

Passive fire protection is a technique for containing a fire at its source and stopping the spread of flames and smoke throughout a building for a predetermined amount of time so occupants can escape. Under the National Construction Code (NCC), wall and ceiling assemblies are among the key areas of focus for passive fire protection design strategies.

Resource | 25/05/2023

Specifying impact-resistant plasterboard for commercial applications: What, where, when & how

A wall system in a busy space, such as in commercial buildings, sporting facilities and healthcare institutions, can sustain a lot of damage during its service life. Investing in materials specifically made for high-traffic areas can lower ongoing maintenance costs while providing years of dependable durability and safety.

Resource | 15/05/2023

Sustainability eBook 2022: Siniat

It was in 2006, way back before smart phones or social media, when we launched what we now call the Sustainability Awards. Little did we realise that 16 years later, our ‘little’ awards would become the premier built environment sustainability awards program in Australia.

Resource | 05/12/2022

Specifying plasterboard: An introductory guide to Gyprock wall and ceiling systems for commercial buildings

Since its introduction to the Australian market in the 1940s, plasterboard has become one of the most enduring building products for wall and ceiling systems. However, in the increasingly complex regulatory landscape, there is no one-size-fits all plasterboard solution. The task of juggling a myriad of performance requirements and the relationships between different building elements is proving more challenging than ever.

Resource | 13/09/2022

Siniat: Sustainability eBook 2021

For the past 15 years, Architecture & Design magazine has run the Sustainability Awards – Australia’s oldest national sustainability awards program dedicated to rewarding excellence in sustainability across our built environment.

Resource | 03/02/2022

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