Name and Address of Certificate Performance Appraisal

Holder: Certificate No.

M/s Metecno (India) Pvt. Ltd. PAC No. 1058-P/2021
No. 138/30, 2nd Floor, Florida
Towers Nelson Manickam Road, Issue No. 01
Chennai, Tamil Nadu-600029
Email: [email protected] Date of Issue: 10.02.2021

FACTORY
ASSEMBLED
INSULATED
SANDWICH
PANELS
USING PUF

Building Materials & Technology Promotion Council

Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
User should check the Government of India
validity of the Certificate by Core 5A, First Floor, India Habitat Centre,
contacting Member Secretary, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110 003
BMBA at BMTPC or the Tel: +91-11-2463 6705, 2463 8097; Fax: +91-11-2464 2849
Holder of this Certificate. E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.bmtpc.org
 CONTENTS

PART 1 CERTIFICATION………………………………………………………………….. 3
1.1 Certificate Holder …..…………………………………………………………………… 3
1.2 Description of System…………………………………………………………………... 3
1.3 Profiles of Panels................................................................................... 3
1.4 Applications & Precautions ………………………………………........................ 6
1.5 Basis of Assessment ……………………………………………………………………. 7
1.6 Design Considerations …………………………………………………………………. 7
1.7 Conditions of Certification …………………………………………………….......... 8
1.8 Certification ……………………………………………………………………….......... 9
PART 2 CERTIFICATE HOLDER’S TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ………..... 10
2.1 General ……………………………………………………………………………………. 10
2.2 Specifications of the System....…………………………………………….............. 10
2.3 Inspection & Testing ………………………………………………………………….... 11
2.4 Machinery Involved…………………………..…………………………………………. 11
2.5 Manufacturing Process…………………………………………………………………. 11
2.6 Installation Procedure………………………………………………………………….. 11
2.7 Skills/ Training needed for installation ……………………………………………. 20
2.8 Guarantees/ Warranties provided by the PAC holder ………………………….. 21
2.9 Service provided by the PAC holder to the customer …………………………… 21
2.10 Manuals………………………………………………………………………………….. 21
2.11 Responsibility…………………………………………………………………………… 21
PART 3 BASIS OF ASSESSMENT AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT
PROCEDURE ……………………………………………………………… 22
3.1 Assessment ………………………………………………………………................... 22
3.2 Site Inspection ………………………………………………………………………….. 22
3.3 Tests referred for assessment ……………………………………………………………… 23
3.4 Execution of Projects ………………………………………………………………….. 24
PART 4 STANDARD CONDITIONS………………………………………………........... 25
PART 5 LIST OF STANDARDS AND CODES USED IN ASSESSMENT………….. 28
CERTIFICATION …………………………………………………………………............... 29
PART 6 ABBREVIATIONS ……………………………………………………………….. 30
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL CERTIFICATION SCHEME – A BRIEF…………… 31
ANNEX A QAP…………………………………………………………………………………. 32
ANNEX B Flow Chart………………………………………………………………..…….... 33
ANNEX C Fixing Details……………………………………………………………………. 34
ANNEX D Photographs ….…………………………………………………………………. 36

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PART 1 CERTIFICATION

1.1 Certificate Holder: M/s Metecno (India) Pvt. Ltd.

No. 138/30, 2nd Floor, Florida Towers
Nelson Manickam Road, Chennai
Tamil Nadu - 600029
Website: www.metecno.in
Email: [email protected]

1.2 Description of System

1.2.1 Name of the System – Factory Assembled Insulated

Sandwich Panels using Polyurethane Foam (PUF)

1.2.2 Brief Description

The panels are factory assembled insulated sandwich panels

consisting of an insulating layer ‘sandwiched’ between two
layers of metal sheets. The panels are manufactured using rigid
Polyurethane Foam (PUF) bonded between pre-coated steel
sheets to produce profiled finish panels. The steel sheets can
either be PPGI or PPGL, and, with a maximum thickness of 0.8
mm. An insulation core provides insulation and sturdy bonding
for better structural stability and facilitates better load bearing
capacity and wider spans for panels.

These panels can be used for both walling and roofing

applications. Structures built using these panels can
incorporate MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) services
along with architectural elements/features such as coving,
cantilevers, mezzanine floors etc. The design and engineering of
structures are done following guidelines specified in Indian
Standards.

1.3 Size and profiles of Panels

1.3.1 Size of panels

Panels are available in thickness from 30 mm to 120 mm, with

standard width of 1000 mm and length as per customer
requirement.

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1.3.2 Profiles of the Panels
13.2.1Glamet panels

Glamet panels are manufactured in accordance with a system

patented by Metecno and consists of a profile external steel
facing, an internal flat liner with an insulation core of PUF. The
panels have a mechanism of panel-to-panel interlocking which
provides an effective seal. The panels are suitable for general
purpose and application in roofing for buildings and shelters.
However, it is also suitable for wall and ceiling applications. The
Metecno patented mechanism ensures precise interlocking,
dimensional accuracy and also eliminates the risk of air gaps
and thermal bridging. All joints are covered with butyl tape,
sealants and flashings.

Facing Options: Pre-painted galvanized steel/aluminium,

stainless steel and craft paper and perforated metal sheet for
inner skin.

Surface finish: Colour coated PPGI/PPGL with Regular Modified

Polyester (RMP), Silicone Modified Polyester (SMP), Super
Durable Polyester (SDP) and Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)
coating systems

Detail of this panel is shown below :

1.3.1.2 Monowall panel

Monowall is self-supporting insulation material for use in

industrial and commercial buildings and refrigerated rooms
with positive temperature. They can be used as partition as
façade cladding with permanent finishing and can be integrated
well with structural glazing, curtain walls, windows and other
type of fenestrations and openings. The Metecno patented
mechanism ensures precise interlocking, dimensional accuracy
and eliminates the risk of air gaps and thermal bridging and
joints are covered with butyl tape, sealants and flashings.

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 Facing Options: Pre-painted galvanized steel/aluminum,
stainless steel and craft paper and perforated metal sheet for
inner skin.

Surface finish: Colour coated PPGI/PPGL with RMP,SMP, SDP

and PVDF coating systems

Profile of this panel is given below:

1.3.1.3 Superwall
Superwall panels are self-supporting polyurethane insulation
material based panel system, with a concealed-fixing method
for high quality industrial and commercial buildings, where
good aesthetics are paramount.

The special double labyrinth joint of this panel, provide

mechanical resistance and insulation superior to any other wall
panel product of this kind, the panel external micro-V increases
the aesthetic appeal of this panel, which can be oriented both
vertically and horizontally as required.

Due to the particular shape of the joint, blind fastening are

applied to the V-cut on the male edge of the outside sheet. Two
screws with center distance of 30mm should be used for each
panel and each stud. Outside walls are made mounting such
panels one next to the other.

The Metecno patented mechanism ensures precise interlocking,

dimensional accuracy and eliminates the risk of air gaps and
thermal bridging and joints are covered with butyl tape,
sealants and flashings.
Facing Options: Pre-painted galvanized steel/aluminium,
stainless steel and craft paper and perforated metal sheet for
inner skin.
Surface finish: Colour coated PPGI/PPGL with RMP, SMP, SDP
and PVDF coating systems

Profile of this panel is given below:

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1.4 Applications and Precautions to be taken

1.4.1 These panels are factory assembled composite panels having

high strength-weight ratio and ensuring structural stability
on the building envelope. These are used for residential and
commercial buildings, school & training centers, steel
structures, modular & monolithic cabinets, management
blocks & site offices, guard room/ porta cabins, etc.

1.4.2 Precautions to be taken while lifting panels:

 To prevent panels from damage while lifting, carefully

pick up bundles one at a time. Sling the package by
using a rocker arm and nylon belts. Insert wooden
boards between the package and the belts. The
wooden boards will have to be approximately 2cm
longer than the package width.
 Do not store more than three packages one on top of
another, and place spacers or boards between them.
 Place the package on a flat and rigid surface, and
position polystyrene spacers or wooden boards at
max. 1 m intervals.
 Panels will have to be stored slightly sloping in order
to help possible condensation flow and to prevent
backwater.
 Store packages under cover; if this is impossible,
protect them with rainproof membranes. Make sure
that the goods are appropriately aerated.
 Any protective film should not be exposed to direct
sunbeams and, in any case, should be removed within
45 days after the date when the panels are prepared.
 Extreme care should be taken to avoid bumping and
snatching of the bundles when lifting.
 When panels have to be moved one by one due to
building yard needs, they should be always carried as
shown in the illustration.
 While removing individual panel from bundle, never
drag a panel from a bundle or across other surfaces. It
will scratch and damage the panel coating / finish.
Always lift panels when removing from bundle.

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1.5 Basis of Assessment

1.5.1 Scope of Assessment

1.5.1.1 Suitability of factory assembled insulated sandwich

panels produced on a continuous manufacturing line are
for non load bearing walling and roofing applications.
These are used for various buildings types such as
residential, industrial, commercial, school etc.

1.5.2 Assessment
1.5.2.1 Assessment of the suitability of the Continuous Sandwich
(PUF) Panels is based on:
 Typical Erection Method Statement (Manual) giving
details of Work execution process, unloading, storage
etc. of panels and Safety measures to be taken.
 Test Report of test carried out on PUF panel as IS-
11239 (Parts 2,3,4,5,9,11 & 12) and ASTM C-518:2017
by Atharva Lab, Delhi in 2020
 Certified under ISO: 9001-2015 in 2018.
 Brief Evaluation Report of Ignitability Evaluation
carried out on PUF panel as per BS 476-Part 5 by
CSIR, Roorkee in 2009.
 Tests conducted on PUF closed joint system for air and
water tightness on 60mm thick PUF panel as per
ASTM and AAMA standards at Façade India Testing
Inc, Mumbai in 2015
 Brief Evaluation Report of Surface Spread of Flame
carried out on PUF panel as per BS 476-Part 7 by
CBRI, Roorkee in 2009.
 Test Report of tests carried out to determine the
physical characteristics of 50mm thick PUF panel as
per IS 11239 (Part 1):1985 by CIPET (Central Institute
of Plastics Engineering and Technology), Chennai in
2008.

1.6. Design Consideration

1.6.1 The system is intended for use where Architectural drawings are
available and satisfy the various requirements. The Architect
and Engineer designer team of the concerned developer/ owner
(client) is responsible for the drawings and overall building
design to comply with the various regulatory requirements
applicable to the area.

1.6.2 The building to be constructed using Sandwich (PUF) Panels

shall be designed by competent structural engineer in
accordance with the specifications following relevant codal

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 requirements, manufactured as per the details worked out in
design and constructed by trained persons only with technical
support or supervision by qualified engineers and builders,
based on structural designs, seismic evaluation & wind forces
and as per the details given in the Construction Manual and
this PAC.

1.6.3 The structural engineers and building designers associated with

such type of construction should be thoroughly familiar with the
various structural aspects. It is also recommended that
Architects and Construction Engineers who undertake such
building design and construction gain familiarity with the
properties and materials, characteristics of Sandwich (PUF)
Panels and its applications.

1.6.4 The design engineer shall liaise with the engineer of the
developer for design of the foundation.

1.6.5 The design assumptions, detailed calculations, references to

necessary and detailed design drawings shall be made available
on demand, if required. The structural design calculations
should clearly demonstrate structural integrity and stability
including connection details.

1.6.6 Any other requirement regarding safety against earthquake need

to be ensured by the designer as per prevailing codal
requirements.

1.6.7 In addition, the roof made with these panels should preferably
be slanted & clearly be used as non-approachable roof.

1.6.8 The proper care for no breakage at the edges needs to taken by
the manufacturer & user both.

1.7 Conditions of Certification

1.7.1 Technical Conditions -- Raw materials and the finished panels

shall conform to the requirements of the prescribed
specifications.

1.7.2 Erection Manual

Typical Erection Method Statement (Manual) giving details of

Work execution process, unloading, storage etc. of panels and
Safety measures to be taken need to be supplied by the
manufacturer to the Client.

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 1.7.3 Quality Assurance

The Certificate Holder shall implement & maintain a quality

assurance system in accordance with Scheme of Quality
Assurance (SQA) given in Annex-A attached with this
Certificate.

1.7.4 Durability

Sandwich panels are typically single piece, prefabricated,

modular, factory made units which consist of an insulating
layer of rigid polyurethane foam between two layers of metals
sheets. It provides effective insulation & long lasting strong
bonding of insulation core which gives added structure stability
to facilitate higher loading & wider span length.

As per the details submitted with the application (Year 2020),

the insulated sandwich panel by the manufacturer used in 2006
has maintained structural stability & dimensional stability all
these years.

1.7.5 Handling of User Complaints

1.7.5.1 The Certificate holder shall provide quick redressal to

consumer/user complaints proved reasonable & genuine and
within the conditions of warranty provided by it to
customer/purchaser

1.7.5.2 The Certificate holder shall implement the procedure included

in the SQA. As part of PACS Certification he/she shall maintain
data on such complaints with a view to assess the complaint
satisfaction and suitable preventive measures taken.

1.8 Certification

1.8.1 On the basis of assessment given in Part 3 of this Certificate &

subject to the conditions of certification, use & limitations set
out in this Certificate and if selected, installed & maintained as
set out in Part 1 & 2 of this Certificate, the sections covered by
this Certificate are fit for use as set out in the Scope of
Assessment.

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PART 2 CERTIFICATE HOLDER’S TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

2.1 General

2.1.1 The PAC holder shall manufacture these panels in accordance

with the requirements specified in the relevant Standards (See
Part 5). In addition it shall follow the Company standards
specifying requirements of these sections for various materials
used in the manufacturing of the panels.

2.2 Specifications for the System

2.2.1 Specification

The manufacturer shall only use the raw materials supplied

with the relevant documents as laid down in the prescribed
Quality Assurance Plan. The raw materials shall be subject to
agreed controls and tests by the manufacturer before
acceptance.

2.2.2 Technical Specifications

2.2.2.1 Raw materials

Sr. Description of raw materials Name & address of the suppliers

No.
1 Prepainted Steel JSW/Bhushan/Asian
2 PUF/PIR chemicals Huntsman/Dow/BASF
GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR PREPAINTED GALVANIZED STEEL SHEET COILS
PPGI - STEEL COILS
SL. PARAMETERS TECH. SPECIFICATIONS /
No. STANDARDS
1 PRODUCT NAME PPGI - STEEL SHEET COILS
2 REFERENCE STANDARDS ASTM.A 755
3 STRIP THICKNESS (TCT) -mm 0.5 TO 0.8
4 STRIP WIDTH - mm 1060 TO 1220
5 SUBSTRATE MATERIAL Zinc coating as per ASTM A653/ A
653M with steel base as per ASTM
Std.
6 SUBSTRATE COATING MASS 90 TO 275 ,
Gms/m2 , SUBSTRATE COATING Z90,Z120; Z150; Z180 & Z275 as per
MASS CLASS ASTM Std. or As mutually agreed
7 GRADE DESIGNATION Gr 50/ Gr80 / CS Type A,B as per
ASTM std.
8 YIELD STRENGTH - Mpa Min. 280 For Gr 40,340 for Gr 50 & 550
for Gr 80.
9 PAINT TYPE Regular Polyester / Silicon polyester
/ PVDF
10 PAINT COATING THICKNESS (DFT) Top coat 18 to 22 microns (+5
microns primer), Back Coat 5 to 8
microns (Including Primer).
11 GLOSS 15-80% at 60 degrees ASTM D 523

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2.3. Inspections & Testing

Inspections & testing shall be done at appropriate stages of

manufacturing process. The inspected panels shall be stored &
packed to ensure that no damage occurs during transportation. As
part of quality assurance, regular in process inspections shall be
carried out by the trained personnel of the PAC holder.

2.4 Manufacturing Machinery & Equipment

As per the details supplied, the manufacturer has various machines

and equipment of required capacities and specifications for
manufacturing, testing and installation of the panels. Details of the
machines are available with the manufacturer.

2.5 Manufacturing Process

Process Flow Chart is given in Annex B.

2.6 Installation Procedure

2.6.1.1 Preliminaries
 Check that the storage has been carried out according to
the directions in 1.4.2
 Check that the panel support structures are level.
 Position the packages of panels near the points of use.
 Prepare a fixed or cradle scaffold, according to the
working height, 30/40 cm far from the external edge of
the main columns and comply with the rules on safety in
the workplace.
 Control that all workers are equipped with individual
safety equipment according to current regulations.
 Prepare all the power supply lines for tools according to
current regulations.
 Prepare the panel lifting vehicles.
 In addition to the traditional scaffolding, when assembling
wall panels horizontally, automatic scaffolds with platform
can be profitably used.
 These platforms may be either the type with masts
starting from the ground or the self-propelled type with
telescopic arms

2.6.1.2 Roof Panel

2.6.1.2.1 Fastener installation

It must be ensured that the fasteners are installed at

locations indicated on the building drawings. It is easy to
misjudge the location of the structural member, resulting

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 in a fastener off the structural member or below the
sealant at the end lap. The fastener shall be driven in
until it is tight and the washer is firmly seated. A slight
extrusion of neoprene around the washer is a good visual
tightness check.

2.6.1.2.2 Orientation of panels before lifting

For maximum weather-tightness, start laying panels from

the end of the building that will be in the leeward or the
worst-anticipated prevailing weather. It is much easier
and safer to turn panels on the ground than up on the
roof. Before lifting panels on to the roof, it must be
checked that this is the correct way up and the
overlapping side is towards the edge of the roof from
which side installation will start. Bundle of panels shall
be placed over or near firm supports, not at mid span of
roof members.

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2.6.1.2.3 Roof paneling sequence

It is advised that both sides of the ridge of a building be

sheeted simultaneously. When lifting panels onto the roof
frame for laying and fastening, care should be taken to
make sure all panels are the correct way up with the
overlapping side towards the edge of the roof from which
installation will commence.

2.6.1.2.4 Installation of the first roof panel

The roof panel shall be set in place over the inside closure
ensuring the major ribs of the panel rest properly with the
inside closure. The panel edge shall be aligned with the
edge of the end wall roof line.

A nylon thread, projected from the eave strut, shall be

used to give correct distance and line. A chalk line shall
be used to mark the location and maintain straight line of
screws, thus avoiding miss-drilling and possible leakage.
The panel shall be secured to the structure with
appropriate fasteners. The fasteners will be installed after
the overlapping is installed.

2.6.1.2.5 Sealing the side laps

The side lap sealant shall be applied to the weather side

edge of the lower major. The sealant should only be
applied to clean, dry surfaces. Press firmly along the
length of the sealant to insure proper adhesion. The
adjoining panel shall be installed positioning the
overlapping rib with care. Required size pilot holes for the
lap fasteners shall be drilled at the centre of the clearance
holes in the overlapping panel. The lap shall be stitched
with the self-fastening fasteners supplied with the screw
line. Sealant shall not be placed inside of the screw line.

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 2.6.1.2.6 Installation of remaining roof panels

With the first panel run installed & secured and side lap
sealant applied, the second panel run may be started. The
eave shall be prepared with an inside closure and sealant.
The panel shall be positioned so that the overlapping ribs
will rest properly. Proper overhang and panel coverage shall
be checked. The major ribs of the two panels shall be
stitched together and panels attached to the purlins.

2.6.1.2.7 Sealing the end laps

At the panel end laps, sealant shall be placed across the full
panel below the fastener line. The panel end laps shall have a
minimum overlap located over a purlin as per respective
erection drawings. The fasteners shall be located on the
centre of the flange of purlins.

2.6.2. Wall Panel

Metecno wall panels, depending on the distances between

centers of the main columns, can be assembled on single,
double and multiple spans. Due to space limitations, only
the assembly on double spans is illustrated here. For single
and multiple spans, adopt similar assembly methods.

2.6.2.1 Fastener installation

It must be ensured that the fasteners are installed at

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 locations indicated on the building drawings. It is easy to
misjudge the location of the structural member, resulting in
a fastener off the structural member or below the sealant at
the end lap. The fastener shall be driven in until it is tight
and the washer is firmly seated. A slight extrusion of
neoprene around the washer is a good visual tightness
check. The fasteners shall be installed by drilling holes on
the ridge and not on the valley.

2.6.2.2 Checking flatness and overhang

Before starting work it must be ensured that:

 The supports for cladding are truly in the same plane

 The overhangs of panels from the top and bottom
supports shall not exceed the limit, whilst also
overhanging at least 50 mm into gutters. Necessary
adjustments shall be made before laying panels, because
it will be difficult or impossible to rectify later.

2.6.2.3 Positioning first panel

First panel shall be positioned before fixing to ensure that it

is correctly located in relation to other parts of the building.

It must be checked that the panel:

 Aligns with the end-wall (or its barge or fascia), the type of
flashing or capping treatment to be used; and
 Aligns correctly at its ends in relation to the gutter and
ridge (or parapet or transverse wall).

2.6.2.4 Positioning other panels

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 Before assembling the second panel, check that the joints are
thoroughly clean. After fixing the first panel in position, other
panels shall be aligned using:

 The long edge of the previous pane;

 A measurement from the end of the panel to the fascia or
purlin at the gutter. Gutter-end of all panels shall be kept
in a straight line.
 Each panel shall be fixed completely before laying the
next; or
 The panel shall be fixed tightly to ensure it can’t move, all
panels shall be laid completely and then all the
intermediate fasteners shall be placed

2.6.2.5 Checking alignment

It must be checked that each panel is parallel with the

adjacent panel and gap is within the allowed limit.

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2.6.2.6 Wall panel fixing with floor

Wall panel of 80 mm for outer wall shall be fixed with U-

channel of size 40x82x40x1.2mm on floor. U-channel shall
be fixed with M6x65mm dash fastener at 300mm c/c
spacing.

2.6.2.7 Wall panel fixing with slab

Wall panel of 80 mm for outer wall shall be fixed with self-

drilling screw of 12-14x120x4.8mm at 300mm c/c spacing
using L-Angle of 50x50x2mm above slab.

2.6.2.8 Wall partition panel fixing with slab top & bottom

Wall partition panel of 80 mm shall be fixed over RCC slab by

PVC gitti screw of 35mm and pop rivet at 200mm c/c
spacing using L- Angle of 50x50x1.2mm on both side of
panel above slab.

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2.6.2.9 Vertical corner closer

Vertical corner shall be closed using pop rivet at 300mm c/c

spacing by using L-Angle of 50x50x0.5mm.

2.6.3 Ceiling Panel

2.6.3.1 Fastener installation

It must be ensured that the fasteners are installed at

locations indicated on the building drawings. It is easy to
misjudge the location of the structural member, resulting in
a fastener off the structural member or below the sealant at
the end lap. The fastener shall be driven in until it is tight
and the washer is firmly seated. A slight extrusion of
neoprene around the washer is a good visual tightness
check.

2.6.3.2 Orientation of panels before lifting

For maximum weather-tightness, start laying panels from

the end of the building that will be in the lee of the worst-
anticipated or prevailing weather. It is much easier and
safer to turn panels on the ground than up on the roof.
Before lifting panels on to the roof, it must be checked that
this is the correct way up and the overlapping side is
towards the edge of the roof from which side installation will
start. Bundle of panels shall be placed over or near firm
supports, not at mid span of roof members.

2.6.3.2 Fixing of Aluminium ‘T’

Aluminium ‘T’ shall be marked on the structural members

and holes shall be drilled in the structural members. Sag
rod connector shall be assembled on ground for longer drop
length. After that Aluminium ‘T’ shall be assembled on
ground with all accessories and erected one by one at
specified locations.

The level and alignment of ‘T’ line shall be checked before

fixing the panels. Bottom level of the ‘T’ shall be adjusted for
roof ceiling by adjusting nut. Coupling plates shall be
erected to connect adjacent ‘T’ members. Same procedure
shall be repeated in case of multiple lines.

2.6.3.3 Ceiling panel installation

Ceiling panel must be sheeted on both sides of the ‘T’

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 simultaneously. Proper coverage shall be checked frequently
during progress. When lifting panels for laying and
fastening, it must be ensured that all the panels are in the
correct way up.

For panel installation steps given below shall be followed:

 Layout on the floor shall be marked as per the drawings.

 U Track/ base angle shall be installed in water level.
 Step cutting at wall panels shall be made to make
provision for ceiling panel resting.
 Then wall panels shall be installed starting from one end
wall and one side wall.
 Plumb and alignment of each panel shall be checked for
starting the ceiling panels.
 Inner and outer flashings shall then be installed to give
temporary hold at wall panels.
 Partition/other side wall panel shall also be installed with
inner and outer flashings.
 Ceiling panels shall then be lifted to the location after
checking the orientation as per the drawings before lifting.
 Strip flashing shall be installed on top of the ceiling panel
after checking the alignment.

The chamber shall then be completed by following the above

steps. Silicon sealant shall be filled at inner and outer face
of all the panels. All flashings and accessories shall be
installed as shown in the drawings. After that chemical
filling shall be done as per the specifications.

2.6.3.4 Sealing the side laps

Apply the side lap sealant to the weather side edge of the
lower edge of the crest. The sealant should only be applied
to clean, dry surfaces. Press firmly along the length of the
panel to ensure proper adhesion. Install the adjoining panel
positioning the overlapping/side-lapping rib with care. Drill,
at the centre of the clearance holes in the end-lapping panel,
required size pilot holes for the lap fasteners. Stitch the lap
with the self-fastening fasteners supplied with the screw
line. Sealant shall not be placed inside of the screw line.

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2.7 Skilled /Training Needed for Installation

The panels shall be installed under the direct supervision of trained

personnel of the manufacturer or by manufacturer’s authorized
personnel only.

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2.8 Guarantees/Warranties Provided by the PAC Holder

PAC holder shall furnish various performance warranties as required

for project specifications.

The items covered by these warranties include weather tightness,

corrosion and finish performance. Weather tightness warranties are
subjected to the use of manufacturer’s authorized contractors under
its technical Engineer’s supervision and periodic inspection.

The manufacturer shall ensure that all specifications and shop

drawings are reviewed prior to warranty issuance.

In addition, warranties are limited to materials supplied by the

manufacturer.

2.9 Services Provided by the PAC Holder to the Customer

The PAC holder shall take full care of after sales services such as leakages,
repairing etc.

2.10 Manuals

Installation Manual, Quality Control Manual and a Manual for Health &
Safety shall be provided for each project incorporating the Continuous
Sandwich (PUF) Panels.

2.11 Responsibility

 Specific design using Continuous Sandwich (PUF) Panels is the

responsibility of the designer with the instructions, supervision and
guidance of the PAC holder.
 Quality of installation of the system on site is the responsibility of
the trade persons engaged by the agency
 Quality of maintenance of the building is the responsibility of the
building owner.
 Providing necessary facilities and space for movement of cranes
and vehicles is the responsibility of the building developer.

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PART 3 BASIS OF ASSESSMENT AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF
ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE

3.1 Assessment

3.1.1 The technical assessment was done as per provisions of the

Standards listed in Part 5 of this Certificate.

3.2 Site Inspection (Manufacturing Plant Visit)

The manufacturing unit was inspected by the Officers of the

Council and members of TAC via video conferencing in prevailing
scenario of Covid -19. The firm has got necessary manufacturing
and test facilities to produce the components as per the required
design and specifications. It has Quality Assurance system in the
factory to produce the components conforming to the specified
requirements. The manpower were found to be conversant with
manufacturing process & testing procedures required for the quality
control of the system.

3.3 Tests referred for Assessment;

3.3.1 The various tests as carried out;

i. Report of various tests carried out on 50 mm thick PUF panel as

per standard norms by Dow Chemical International Pvt. Ltd.,
Mumbai
ii. Brief Evaluation Report of Ignitability Evaluation carried out on
228 mm*228 mm*25 mm thick PUF panel as per BS 476-Part 5
by CBRI, Roorkee in 2009.
iii. Brief Evaluation Report of Surface Spread of Flame carried out
on 25 mm thick PUF panel as per BS 476-Part 7 by CBRI,
Roorkee in 2009.
iv. Performance mock up testing of Polyurethane Panels Closed
Joint System carried out on 60 mm thick PUF panel as per
ASTM & AAMA standards by Façade India Testing Inc. in 2015.
v. Approval of Puff Panels of Metecno (India) Pvt. Ltd. by Power
Grid Corporation of India Limited

3.3.2 The summary of test reports are as per the details below;

a. Physical and Mechanical Properties Report for PUF Panel Foam

sample
Date of Sample Received: 14/09/2020
Standard Specification : IS 11239 & ASTM
Laboratory : Atharva Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Noida

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S. Parameters Test Method Requirement Unit
No. s Results
1. Overall Density IS 11239 Part-2: 2019 40+2 kg/m3 40.5
2. Compressive strength IS 11239 Part-11: 115 (Min.) KPa 124.2
at 10% Deformation 1985 RA:2019
3. Dimensional Stability IS 11239 Part-3:2009 %
(at l00˚C for 24hrs) RA:2019
i) Length +2 (Max.) 0
ii) Width +2 (Max.) 0
iii) Thickness +2 (Max.) 0.3
4. Water vapour IS11239 Part-4:2014 5.5 (Max.) ng/pas 2.8
transmission rate RA:2019 m
5. Horizontal burning IS 11239 Part-12: 125 (Max.) mm 58
test 1988 RA:2019
6. Closed Cell Content IS 11239 Part-5: 2019 85 (Min.) % 91.8
7. Thermal conductivity ASTM C518:2017 N.A. - N.A.
(at 10˚C)
8. Thermal conductivity ASTM C518:2017 0.03 (Max.) W/mK 0.026
(at 50˚C)
9. Water Absorption by IS 11239 Part-9:1988 2 (Max.) % 0.4
volume RA:2019

b. Physical & Mechanical Properties report by Dow Chemical

International Pvt. Ltd., Navi Mumbai for Polyurethane sandwich
panel foam samples (50mm thickness) tested during November,
2018 has also been submitted, which is conforming to the
specification requirements.

c. Physical and Mechanical Properties for PUF Sandwich Panels

Foam sample

Date of Sample Received : 12/10/2009

Standard Specification : IS 11239 & ASTM E 1530
Laboratory : Central Institute of Plastics
Engineering & Technology (CIPET)

S. Parameters Test Method Requirements Unit Results

No.
1. Density IS 11239 (Part 2) 40+2 kg/m3 38.2
2. Compressive IS 11239 (Part 115 (Min.) KPa 156.0
strength at 10% 11)
Deformation
3. Dimensional IS 11239 (Part 3) + 2 (Max.) % 1.40
stability
4. Water vapour IS 11239 (Part 4) 5.5 (Max.) ng/pas 3.9
transmission m max.
rate
5. Horizontal IS 11239 (Part 125 (Max.) mm 45
burning test 12)
6. Flexural IS 11239 (Part KPa 710
strength 10)
7. Thermal ASTM E 1530 0.03 (Max.) W/mK 0.24
conductivity (at
50˚C)

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 d. Air & Water Tightness Test
Material Description : Polyurethane Panels Closed
Joint System (Monowall Panel with a core of PUR foam)
Panel Thickness : 60mm
Date of Sample Received : 23/03/2015
Standard Specification : As per ASTM & AAMA Standards
Laboratory : Facade India Testing Inc

Test As per Test Permissible Measured Inference

Standard Pressure Limit Value
Pretest-Air ASTM E283 300 Pa 16.58m3/hr 1.5 m3/hr Pass
Infiltration

Pretest-Static ASTM E331 720 Pa No leakage is No leakage Pass

Water permitted. observed
Penetration
Air ASTM E283 300 Pa 16.58 m3/hr 1.5m3/hr Pass
Infiltration
Static Water ASTM E331 1200 Pa No leakage is No Leakage Pass
Penetration permitted. observed
Dynamic AAMA 501.1 1200 Pa Total 15ml. No Leakage Pass
Water (159 km/h observed
Penetration wind
velocity)

e. Brief Evaluation Report of Surface Spread of Flame carried

out on PUF Panel as per BS 476-Part 7by CSIR, Roorkee in
2009, indicates the flame spread as Class-1 (Nil for 1.5
minutes fire duration & 10 minutes fire duration).The test
sample/specimen were of PUF Insulated Sandwich Panel of
sizes 900 mm x 270 mm x 25 mm size.

f. Brief Evaluation Report of Ignitability Evaluation carried out

on PUF panel as per BS 476-Part 5 by CSIR, Roorkee in
2009, indicates the Classification as P (Not easily Ignitable).
The test sample/specimen were of PUF Insulated Sandwich
Panel of sizes 228 mm x 228 mm x 25 mm size respective.

3.4. Execution of Projects: The executed projects along with

photographs are at Annexure-D.

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PART 4 STANDARD CONDITIONS

This certificate holder shall satisfy the following conditions:

4.1 The certificate holder shall continue to have the product reviewed by
BMBA.

4.2 The product shall be continued to be manufactured according to and

in compliance with the manufacturing specifications and quality
assurance measures which applied at the time of issue or revalidation
of this certificate. The Scheme of Quality Assurance separately
approved shall be followed.

4.3 The quality of the product shall be maintained by the certificate

holder.

4.4 The product user should install, use and maintain the product in
accordance with the provisions in this Certificate.

4.5 This certificate does not cover uses of the product outside the scope of
this appraisal.

4.6 The product is appraised against performance provisions contained in

the standards listed in Part-V. Provisions of any subsequent revisions
or provisions introduced after the date of the certificate do not apply

4.7 Where reference is made in this Certificate to any Act of Parliament of

India, Rules and Regulations made there under, statutes,
specifications, codes of practice, standards etc. of the Bureau of
Indian Standards or any other national standards body and the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO), manufacturer’s
company standards, instruction/manual etc., it shall be construed as
reference to such publications in the form in which they were in force
on the date of grant of this Certificate (and indicated in Part V to this
Certificate)

4.8 The certificate holder agrees to inform BMBA of their distributors /

licensees whenever appointed by him and agrees to provide to BMBA a
six monthly updated list thereof.

4.9 The certificate holder agrees to provide to BMBA feedback on the

complaints received, the redressal provided, and the time taken to
provide redressal on complaint to complaint basis as soon as redressal
is provided. BMBA agrees to provide the certificate holder the user
feedback received by it, if any.

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4.10 If at any time during the validity period, PACH is unable to fulfill the
conditions in his PAC, he should on his own initiative suspend using
the PAC and notify Chairman, TAC the date from which he has
suspended its use, the reason for suspension and the period by which
he will be able to resume. He shall not resume without the prior
permission of BMBA. He shall also inform, simultaneously, his agents,
licensees, distributors, institutional, government, public sector
buyers, other buyers and all those whom he has informed about his
holding the PAC. He shall also inform all those who buy his product(s)
during the period of suspension. He shall provide to BMBA at the
earliest the list of who have been so informed by him.

4.11 In granting this Certificate, BMBA takes no position as to:

a. The presence or absence of patent or similar rights relating to the

product;
b. The legal right of the Certificate holder to market, install or
maintain the product,
c. The nature of individual installations of the product, including
methods of workmanship.

4.12 BMTPC and the Board of Agreement of BMTPC (BMBA) take no

position relating to the holder of the Performance Appraisal Certificate
(PACH) and the users of the Performance Appraisal Certificate (PAC)
respecting the patent rights / copy rights asserted relating to the
product / system / design / method of installation etc. covered by this
PAC. Considerations relating to patent / copy rights are beyond the
scope of the Performance Appraisal Certification Scheme (PACS) under
which this PAC has been issued. PACH and users of this PAC are
expressly advised that determination of the Claim / validity of any
such patent rights / copy rights and the risk of infringement of such
rights are entirely the responsibility of PACH on the one hand and
that of the users on the other.

4.13 It should be noted that any recommendations relating to the safe use
of the product which are contained or referred to in this Certificate are
the minimum standards required to be met with when the product is
installed, used and maintained. They do not purport in any way to
restate or cover all the requirements of related Acts such as the
Factory Act, or of any other statutory or Common Law duties of care,
or of any duty of care which exist at the date of this Certificate or in
the future, nor is conformity with the provisions of this Certificate to
be taken as satisfying the requirements of related Acts.

4.14 In granting this Certificate, BMTPC and BMBA does not accept
responsibility to any person or body for any loss or damage, including
personal injury, arising as a direct or indirect result of the use of this
product.

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PART 5 LIST OF STANDARDS & CODES USED IN ASSESSMENT

5.1 These Standards are referred for carrying out particular tests only
and do not specify the requirement for the whole product as such.

5.1.1 IS 277:2018 – Specifications for galvanized steel sheets (Plain &

corrugated).

5.1.2 IS 801:1975 (Reaffirmed 2010) – Code of practice for use of cold

formed light gauge steel structural members in general building
construction.

5.1.3 IS 875 (Parts1 to 3):1987/2015 – Code of Practice for design loads

(other than earthquake) for buildings & structures.

5.1.4 IS 3346: 1980 (Reaffirmed 2017) – Method of determination of

thermal conductivity of thermal insulation materials.

5.1.5 IS 11239 (Part 1, 3, 4, 11 & 12) - Method of tests for rigid cellular
thermal insulations.

5.1.6 IS 12436:1988 – Specifications for Performed Rigid Polyurethane

foam for thermal insulation.

5.1.7 IS 14246:2013--Specifications for continuously pre-painted

galvanized steel sheets and coils.

5.1.8 BS 476 (Parts 5, 6 & 7) -- Fire Tests on Building Materials &

Structures

5.2 Company Standards of the PAC holder – The branded design &
specifications of the raw materials and finished product are as submitted
by the manufacturer. The PAC holder has to make available the company
standards to the consumers according to which testing have been done.

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PART 6 ABBREVIATIONS

Abbreviations

BMBA Board of Agreement of BMTPC

BMTPC Building Materials and Technology Promotion Council

CPWD Central Public Works Department

ED Executive Director of BMTPC

IO Inspecting Officer

MS Member Secretary of BBA

PAC Performance Appraisal Certificate

PACH PAC Holder

PACS Performance Appraisal Certification Scheme

SQA Scheme of Quality Assurance

TAC Technical Assessment Committee (of BMBA)

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 Performance Appraisal Certification Scheme –A Brief
Building Materials & Technology Promotion Council (BMTPC) was set up by the
Government of India as a body under the Ministry of Housing &Urban Poverty
Alleviation to serve as an apex body to provide inter-disciplinary platform
to promote development and use of innovative building materials and
technologies laying special emphasis on sustainable growth, environmental
friendliness and protection, use of industrial, agricultural, mining and mineral
wastes, cost saving, energy saving etc. without diminishing needs of safety,
durability and comfort to the occupants of buildings using newly developed
materials and technologies.

During the years government, public and private sector organizations

independently or under the aegis of BMTPC have developed several new materials
and technologies. With liberalization of the economy several such materials and
technologies are being imported.

However, benefits of such developments have not been realized in full measure as
understandably the ultimate users are reluctant to put them to full use for want of
information and data to enable them to make informed choice.

In order to help the user in this regard and derive the envisaged social and
economic benefits the Ministry of Housing &Urban Poverty Alleviation has
instituted a scheme called Performance Appraisal Certification Scheme (PACS)
under which a Performance Appraisal Certificate (PAC) is issued covering new
materials and technologies. PAC provides after due investigation, tests and
assessments, amongst other things information to the user to make informed
choice.

To make the PACS transparent and authentic it is administered through a

Technical Assessment Committee (T AC) and the BMTPC Board of Agreement
(BMBA) in which scientific, technological, academic, professional organizations and
industry interests are represented.

The Government of India has vested the authority for the operation of the Scheme
with BMTPC through Gazette Notification No. 1-16011/5/99 H-II in the Gazette of
India No. 49 dated 4th December, 1999.

Builders and construction agencies in the Government, public and private sectors
can help serve the economic, development and environmental causes for which the
people and Government stand committed by giving preference to materials and
technologies which have earned Performance Appraisal Certificates.

Further information on PACS can be obtained from the website: www.bmtpc.org

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 ANNEX A

QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN FOR CONTINUOUS SANDWICH (PUF) PANELS

Quality Assurance Plan For Continuous Sandwich

Panels
S.no Component/Operation Type Acceptance Frequency Remarks
of Norm/Test of testing
check method
1.0. Raw Material
Shall be free
1.1 Prepainted Sheet Visual checks from any surface For every
(PPGL/PPGI) defects batch/lot
Once in six
Mechanical, chemical & month .
1.2 coating properties of GI Review of Mill IS 14246/ASTM For every Random Sample
sheet TC A 755 batch/lot tested in
External Lab
1.3 PU chemical Reactivity MIPL For every
specification batch
sheet
1.4 PUF Density 40+2 kg/m3 For every
IS 11239 Part-2) batch

2.0 In process
2.1 Profile Thickness & IS 14246/ASTM For every
Visual checks A 755 batch/lot
2.2 Foaming PU Reactivity MIPL Process For every
control Plan batch
2.3 Cutting Dimensional & EN 14509 Random
Physical sampling
checks

3.0 Finished Product

3.1 PUF Overall 38-42 Kg/m3/IS For every Internal Lab
Density 11239 part 2 batch
3.2 PUF Compression min 115 Kpa/IS For every Internal Lab
strength 11239 Part 11 batch
3.3 PUF Hot (+/-2%)/IS For every Internal Lab
dimensional 11239 part 3 batch
stability
3.4 PUF Water vapour max Once in a External Lab
transmission 5.5ng/pasm/IS year
rate 11239 part 4
3.5 PUF Horizontal <125mm/IS Once in a External Lab
burning test 11239 part 12 year
3.6 PUF Closed cell min 85%/IS Once in a External Lab
content 11239 part 5 year
3.7 PUF Thermal 0.023-0.03w/m Once in a External Lab
conductivity K/ASTM C 518 year
3.8 PUF Water Less than 2%/IS Once in a External Lab
absorption by 11239 part-9 year
volume

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 ANNEX B

MANUFACTURING PROCESS FLOW CHART

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 ANNEX C

TYPICAL FLASHING DETAILS

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 ANNEX D

PHOTOGRAPHS OF COMPLETED PROJECTS

Client: Cyber Park (Kochi) Superwall

Client: Hanyang, Oragadam. Monowall

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