Technical Manual - Trade Essentials - The Laminex Group

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4-1Durability4.1 Producer StatementWhen stored, handled, installed and maintained in accordance with this document, Strandfloor panelswill meet: The durability performance requirements of NZBC B2.3.1 (a) for 50 years.The specifications, details and methods described herein shall be strictly observed to avoid buildingcode non-compliance.The Laminex Group will not be liable to any person if the conditions as to storage, handling,installation and maintenance of Strandfloor panels as outlined within this document are not compliedwith.Strandfloor H3.1 Square Edge and Strandfloor H3.1 Tongue & Groove panels have been treated toresist attack by insects such as borer.Figure 4.1Breather Type SheetingAir spaceAir space4.2 BRANZ AppraisalStrandfloor has two BRANZ Appraisals – Strandfloor – No. 676 (2010) and Strandfloor H3.1 – No 677 (2010).The current versions of these appraisals are published on the BRANZ website – www.branz.co.nzThe BRANZ Appraisals confirm that:oStrandfloor panels will have a life of at least 50 years
4-2Durability4.3 Durability ConditionsThe following conditions shall be met; otherwise the durability of Strandfloor will be compromised.4.3.1 Handling & Storageo Panels shall be stored and handled so as to minimise surface and edge damage.oooWherever possible panels shall be stored inside under cover. Outside storage shall be for shortperiods only. Panels shall not be stacked on wet concrete floors.The panels shall be flat stacked clear of the ground, on evenly placed, full width, level bearers.Bearers shall be of uniform thickness and shall extend across the full width of the stack.(Refer Figure 4.1)When stored in external situations, panels shall be protected from the weather. A breather-typecover shall be used, supported clear of the top and sides of the panels using battens to allow air tocirculate freely around the pack. (Refer Figure 4.1)4.3.2 Weatheringo Strandfloor Square Edge and Strandfloor Tongue & Groove shall not be exposed to weathering formore than eight weeks.o Strandfloor H3.1 Square Edge and Strandfloor H3.1 Tongue & Groove shall not be exposed toweathering for more than 12 weeks.o Panel properties may be affected by moisture saturation and/or exposure to sub-zerotemperatures.o During the exposed period, do not allow water to pond on the surface. Remove water by sweepingand forming small holes adjacent to plate lines. Do not directly cover panels with sheeting orapply liquid sealers to any surface. Panels should weather in their raw condition to allow release ofabsorbed moisture.4.3.3 Wet Areaso In “wet areas” panels shall be protected with a suitable wet area membrane or an integrallywaterproof sheet material. – Section 9: Finishing – 9.3 Wet Areas.4.3.4 Heato Panels shall be separated from fuel burning appliances, flues and chimneys in accordance withNZBC Section C – AS/1.o Panels shall not be subjected to temperatures exceeding 50˚C for a prolonged period.4.3.5 Prohibited Useso Panels shall not be used in covered exterior situations with no weather protectione.g. open verandas.o Panels shall not be used as a substrate for roofing or decking membranes.o Panels shall not be used in spa-pool rooms.o Once installed and in use, panels shall not be subjected to conditions that will allow the continuingmoisture content to be above 16%.C4.3.2The “weather exposed” periodincludes the time that the panelsare in an exposed condition whenbeing transported or stored onsite without covering. Panels willrespond to changes in humidityand moisture content. Some edgepeaking expansion and grainraising may result. Loss of stiffnessand strength can occur if panelsare exposed to sub-zero conditionswhilst saturated – i.e. ski lodges.If the exposure period cannot bemet, then panels shall be post laid(once the structure is enclosed).Alternatively, sheet covering maybe used providing it is indirect andadequate air space is maintained(“tent” effect).C4.3.3A “wet area” is any area within abuilding supplied with water from awater supply system, e.g. kitchens,bathrooms, toilets, shower rooms,laundries, changing rooms,ensuites, etc.C4.3.4Over floor type heating systemsmay be used with Strandfloorproducts providing the operatingtemperature does not exceed 35ºCand the panel moisture content isless than 16%. Under floor systemsare not acceptable. The heatingsystem manufacturer must beconsulted prior to installation.
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