British Gypsum Gypframe 72 EDC 80 Channel

The British Gypsum Gypframe 72 EDC 80 is a robust 72mm floor and ceiling channel featuring deep flanges to manage deflection and boost structural performance in high-rise partition applications.

• This product is sold in packs of 10; however, single-length purchases may be available upon request. Please contact us to confirm availability.

Key Benefits

• Thickness (mm): 0.8
• Width (mm): 72
• Length (mm): 3600
• Reaction to fire: A1
• Yield strength (N/mm2): 210
• Gauge (mm): 0.80
• Weight (kg/lm): 1.31
• Material: British Gypsum Metal Studs
• Composition: Gypframe channels are cold-roll formed from DX51D +Z140 MA-C galvanised steel using the patented UltraSTEEL® process.
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Key Features & Benefits

Superior Deflection Management – The pronounced flanges facilitate greater vertical movement tolerance, maintaining structural durability throughout the lifespan of the partition. Reinforced Strength – Delivers enhanced load-bearing capacity and elevated Duty Rating, particularly suited to tall partition configurations. Streamlined Fixing – The channel profile simplifies skirting board attachment at ground level, accelerating on-site assembly. This floor and ceiling channel represents a dependable solution for projects demanding resilience, stability, and effective deflection control.

Applications of Channels in Various Systems

Channels serve critical roles across multiple systems to optimise fire performance, sound insulation, and structural integrity:

Cavity Fire Barriers – Withstand up to 60 minutes of fire integrity, ensuring compliance with Approved Document B regulations. Proper installation is crucial to maintaining effectiveness. FireWall – Provides up to 240 minutes of fire resistance with minimal wall thickness, ideal for warehouses, plant rooms, and data storage. GypLyner IWL – Enhances fire, thermal, and sound performance of masonry walls, compliant with BS 5234 standards. GypWall AUDIO – Delivers high sound insulation and up to 120 minutes of fire resistance, commonly used in cinemas, theatres, and music rooms. GypWall CLASSIC – Lightweight system offering 30-120 minutes of fire resistance and strong sound insulation while protecting metal frameworks. GypWall EXTREME – Durable, cost-effective system with high sound insulation, suitable for high-traffic areas like corridors and student accommodations. GypWall QUIET – Designed for residential sound insulation, compliant with Approved Document E and BS 5234. GypWall QUIET IWL – Meets Robust Details construction standards, eliminating the need for pre-testing, ideal for twin stud frameworks. GypWall QUIET SF – High acoustic performance for separating walls, providing 60-120 minutes of fire resistance. GypWall ROBUST – Durable, single-layer system with great sound insulation and 60 minutes of fire resistance, suited for commercial buildings. GypWall STAGGERED – Used in hospitals, schools, offices, and shops, offering high sound insulation at a minimal partition width. ShaftWall – Lightweight system for stairwells, service ducts, risers, and lift shafts, providing fire protection and structural support in restricted-access areas.

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