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Technical Newsletters

Knauf produces a number of useful technical information publications for the professional including the OnBoard series of Technical Newsletters.

OnBoard 1: Fasteners

The correct fastener to use to meet Knauf’s installation recommendations and to achieve the best results Click to download

OnBoard 2: Glancing Light

Review of what is commonly known in the building industry as the‘Glancing Light’ condition.
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OnBoard 3: BCA Acoustic Provisions

A brief summary of the Building Code of Australia’s (BCA) new sound transmission and insulation provisions introduced on 1 May 2004.
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OnBoard 4: Garage Ceilings

Requirements for installation of plasterboard in Garage Ceilings. Click to download

OnBoard 5: Australian Standards update

A summary of the changes introduced in December 2007 to AS/NZS 2589:2007 Gypsum Linings – Application and finishing. Click to download

OnBoard 6: External Ceiling

This edition of OnBoard provides a summary of the requirements for installing plasterboard in
external ceilings. Click to download

OnBoard 7: Sustainable Buildings

This edition of OnBoard explains how Knauf's products, systems, and services contribute towards sustainable building practices. Click to download

OnBoard 8: Building Systems for Bushfire Areas

When constructing in a bushfire prone area, it is often safer to build in preparation for the most severe busfire. This edition offers guidance in selecting Knauf's fire resistant solutions. Click to download

OnBoard 9: Maintaining Plasterboard

As an interior wall and ceiling lining product, plasterboard is typically used as a substrate
material for further decoration, such as paint finishes, tiles or wall paper. Click to download

Onboard - Maintaining Plasterboard

OnBoard 10: Design for Disassembly

Knauf’s interior linings may be disassembled for recycling at end of life.
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Onboard 11 - design for disassembly

OnBoard 11: Assessing Wet Plasterboard

The question of plastebroard maintaining its integrity after exposure to moisture is occasionally asked. This edition is a guide to assessing plasterboard once it has become wet. Click to download