BS EN 14496:2017

What is BS EN 14496 - Gypsum based adhesives for thermal/acoustic insulation? 

BS EN 14496 focuses on gypsum based adhesives for thermal/acoustic insulation composite panels and gypsum boards. 

BS EN 14496 specifies the characteristics and performances of gypsum-based adhesives which are composed of gypsum plasters defined in EN 13279-1 and of additives. These adhesives are used for fixing to walls and partitions, gypsum board thermal/acoustic insulation composite panels according to EN 13950, gypsum plasterboard linings according to EN 520, gypsum boards with mat reinforcement according to EN 15283-1, gypsum fibre boards according to EN 15283-2 and other suitable products as reprocessed boards according to EN 14190 and cornices according to EN 14209. 

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BS EN 14496 covers also additional technical characteristics that are of importance for the use and acceptance of the product by the construction Industry and the reference tests for these characteristics. 

Who is BS EN 14496 - Gypsum based adhesives for thermal/acoustic insulation?  

BS EN 14496 on gypsum based adhesives for thermal/acoustic insulation composite panels and gypsum boards is useful for: 

• Manufactures of gypsum based adhesives 
• Thermal/Acoustic insulation composite panels installers  
• Audio studios  
• Gypsum boards manufacturers  

Why should you use BS EN 14496 - Gypsum based adhesives for thermal/acoustic insulation?  

BS EN 14496 describes the specific test methods for gypsum-based adhesives for thermal/acoustic insulation composite panels and gypsum boards. 

BS EN 14496 helps you with the general requirements, test methods, assessment and verification of constancy of performance (AVCP), marking, labelling and packaging. BS EN 14496 assist in the construction of systems that provide thermal and acoustic performance. It also specifies the characteristics of reaction to fire, fire resistance and bond strength. 

You can use BS EN 14496 for assessment and verification of the constancy of the performance of the products. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 14496:2017 supersedes BS EN 14496:2005, which is withdrawn. 

The main technical changes that have been made in this new edition of EN 14496 are the following: 

• Normative references have been updated 
• New clause symbols and abbreviations has been introduced 
• Annex za and clause 6 have been revised to be in line with the construction products regulation (cpr) 
• Document has been editorially revised