EN 520 Drywall Sheets, Definitions, Requirements and Test Methods

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EN 520 Drywall Sheets, Definitions, Requirements and Test Methods

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of EN 520 testing. This standard determines the properties and performances of gypsum boards used in structures and in the manufacture of another product by being subjected to subsequent processes. This standard covers plates for decorative purposes and on which gypsum plaster is applied.

EN 520 Drywall Sheets, Definitions, Requirements and Test Methods

It includes boards designed for direct surface decoration or gypsum plastering.

This standard covers the following product performance specifications:

  • reaction to fire,
  • water vapor permeability,
  • flexural strength (breaking load),
  • impact resistance,
  • thermal resistance.

The following performance characteristics are associated with systems installed with plasterboards:

  • shear strength,
  • fire resistance,
  • impact resistance,
  • Direct airborne sound insulation
  • Acoustic absorption to be measured according to European test methods.

If necessary, tests should be carried out on mounted systems simulating end-use conditions. This standard also covers additional technical specifications and reference tests for these features that are important for the product's use and acceptance by the Construction Industry.
It enables the evaluation of the product's conformity with this standard. This standard does not cover gypsum boards that have undergone any secondary manufacturing process.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with EN 520 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.

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