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Issue Date: March 2018 © 2017 Kiwa Ltd Page 1 of 15 Kiwa Ltd, Unit 5 Prime Park Way, Prime Enterprise Park, Derby, DE1 3QB T: +44 (0)1332 383333 W: www.kiwa.co.uk/bda BAW-18-024-S-A-UK BDA Agrément ® Mauer EWI Cladding Façade System Mauer UK Ltd Unit 3, Branch Road Lower Darwen Blackburn BB3 0PR T: 01254 269699 E: [email protected] W: www.mauer.uk.com SCOPE This Agrément relates to the Mauer External Wall Insulation (EWI) System (hereinafter the “System”). The System is designed for use as a mechanically fixed, off-site manufactured (OSM), EWI façade cladding system, for installation over the external solid walls of existing buildings. It is effective in reducing the thermal transmittance (U value) of masonry or stone solid walls (where masonry includes clay and calcium silicate bricks, concrete blocks and natural and reconstituted stone blocks) and enhancing the aesthetic look of the building. The System can be used on existing domestic and non-domestic buildings up to and including 6 storeys in height (18 m). DESCRIPTION The System consists of a light gauge steel main frame with insulated spacers supporting a breather membrane, an insulated inner cavity and a secondary light gauge steel support frame. The light gauge steel support frame both maintains an outer ventilated and drained cavity and acts as the fixing grounds for the outer composite façade board (CFB) finish. SYSTEM ILLUSTRATION STATEMENT It is the opinion of Kiwa Ltd. that the System is fit for its intended use, provided it is specified, installed, used and maintained in accordance with this Agrément. Paul Oakley, BSc Mark Crowther, M.A. (Oxon) Technical Manager, Building Products Kiwa Ltd. Technical Director

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Kiwa Ltd, Unit 5 Prime Park Way,Prime Enterprise Park, Derby,DE1 3QBT: +44 (0)1332 383333W: www.kiwa.co.uk/bda

BAW-18-024-S-A-UKBDA Agrément®

Mauer EWI Cladding FaçadeSystem

Mauer UK LtdUnit 3, Branch Road

Lower DarwenBlackburnBB3 0PR

T: 01254 269699E: [email protected]: www.mauer.uk.com

SCOPE

This Agrément relates to the Mauer External Wall Insulation (EWI) System (hereinafter the “System”). The System is designed for use as a mechanically fixed,off-site manufactured (OSM), EWI façade cladding system, for installation over the external solid walls of existing buildings. It is effective in reducing the thermaltransmittance (U value) of masonry or stone solid walls (where masonry includes clay and calcium silicate bricks, concrete blocks and natural and reconstitutedstone blocks) and enhancing the aesthetic look of the building. The System can be used on existing domestic and non-domestic buildings up to and including 6storeys in height (18 m).

DESCRIPTION

The System consists of a light gauge steel main frame with insulated spacers supporting a breather membrane, an insulated inner cavity and a secondary lightgauge steel support frame. The light gauge steel support frame both maintains an outer ventilated and drained cavity and acts as the fixing grounds for the outercomposite façade board (CFB) finish.

SYSTEM ILLUSTRATION

STATEMENT

It is the opinion of Kiwa Ltd. that the System is fit for its intended use, provided it is specified, installed, used and maintained in accordance with this Agrément.

Paul Oakley, BSc Mark Crowther, M.A. (Oxon)

Technical Manager, Building Products Kiwa Ltd. Technical Director

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SUMMARY OF AGRÉMENT

This document provides independent information to specifiers, building control personnel, contractors, installers and other construction industry professionalsconsidering the fitness for the intended use of the System. This Agrément covers the following: Conditions of use; Initial Factory Production Control, Quality Management System and the Annual Verification Procedure; Points of attention for the specifier and examples of typical details; Installation; Independently assessed System characteristics; Compliance with national Building Regulations and other regulatory requirements; Sources, including codes of practice, test and calculation reports.

MAJOR POINTS OF ASSESSMENT

Thermal insulation properties – the System provides an improved thermal performance to the building. A thermal bridging report, using 3D TRISCO software,has shown the System increases the thermal insulation of the solid wall substrate and has a U value of 0.30 W/m2K (see section 2.1.6 and 2.1.7).

Mechanical resistance, strength and stability – the System has adequate strength and is designed to resist wind loads and impact damage normallyencountered in the UK (see section 2.1.8 and 2.1.9).

Condensation and water penetration risk – the System will contribute to limiting the risk of interstitial and surface condensation (see section 2.1.10), wind-driven rain (see section 2.1.11) and water vapour transmission resistance (sees section 2.1.12).

Behaviour in relation to fire – the System is classified as Euroclass A2-s1, d0 (non-combustible) according to BS EN 13501-1 (see section 2.1.13).

Durability – in normal UK conditions, the System will have a service life expectancy in excess of 30 years (see section 2.1.14).

CE marking – the component manufacturers have taken responsibility for CE marking of the components used in the System in accordance with all relevantharmonised European Standards. An asterisk (*) appearing in this Agrément indicates that data shown is given in the manufacturer’s Declaration ofPerformance (DoP).

CONTENTS

Chapter 1 – General Considerations1.1 – Conditions of use1.2 – Initial Factory Production Control (FPC)1.3 – Quality Management System (QMS)1.4 – Annual verification procedure – continuous surveillance

Chapter 2 – Technical Assessment2.1 – Points of attention for the specifier2.2 – Examples of details2.3 – Installation2.4 – Independently assessed System characteristics

Chapter 3 – CDM and national Building Regulations3.1 – The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 20163.2 – National Building RegulationsChapter 4 – SourcesChapter 5 – Amendment History

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CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

1.1 – CONDITIONS OF USE

1.1.1 Design considerationsSee section 2.1.

1.1.2 ApplicationThe assessment of the System relates to its use in accordance with this Agrément and the Agrément holder’s requirements.

1.1.3 AssessmentKiwa Ltd. has assessed the System in combination with its’ component product DoP’s and factory and site visits. Factory Production Control has beenassessed.

1.1.4 InstallationIt is recommended that the quality of installation and workmanship is controlled by (a) competent person(s). Such person(s) shall be either a qualified employeeof the consulting engineer or an employee of the installing contractor. The System shall be installed strictly in accordance with this Agrément and with theAgrément holder’s requirements.

The Agrément holder operates an Approved Installer Scheme for this System under which the installers are trained, approved, registered and regularly reviewedby the Agrément holder to demonstrate that they are competent to carry out installations of the System in accordance with this Agrément. Details of ApprovedInstallers are available from the Agrément holder. Approved Installers are fully responsible for each installation of the System that they undertake.

1.1.5 Geographical scopeThe validity of this Agrément is limited to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, with due regard to Chapter 3 (CDM and national BuildingRegulations).

1.1.6 ValidityThe purpose of this BDA Agrément® is to provide for well-founded confidence to apply the System within the Scope described. The validity of this Agrément isthree years after the issue date, and as published on www.kiwa.co.uk/bda. After this, the validity of the Agrément can be extended every three years after apositive review.

1.2 – INITIAL FACTORY PRODUCTION CONTROL (FPC)

Technical Assessment Body Kiwa N.V. represented by Kiwa Ltd. has determined that the Agrément holder has fulfilled all provisions of the specificationsdescribed in this Agrément in respect of the System.

The initial FPC audit demonstrated that the Agrément holder has a satisfactory Quality Management System and is committed to continuously improvingtheir FPC operations.

A detailed Production Quality Specification (PQS) has been compiled to ensure traceability and compliance under the terms of this Agrément.

1.3 – QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS)

The Agrément holder:o has an effective and well maintained QMS in operation which covers the necessary clauses required for BDA Agrément®.o is committed to continually improving their FPC, QMS and associated procedures.

Document control and production line procedures were deemed satisfactory, with sufficient evidence provided in support of BDA Agrément® requirements.

1.4 – ANNUAL VERIFICATION PROCEDURE – CONTINUOUS SURVEILLANCE

In order to demonstrate that the FPC is in conformity with the requirements of the technical specification described in this Agrément, the continuous surveillance,assessment and approval of the FPC will be done at a frequency of not less than once per year by Kiwa Ltd.

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CHAPTER 2 – TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT

2.1 – POINTS OF ATTENTION FOR THE SPECIFIER

2.1.1 Delivery, storage and site handlingThe System is delivered as a building specific ‘kit of parts’. The steel main frame and support frame is delivered to site either pre-assembled or as singlecomponents, dependant on the project specific design. The glass mineral wool (GMW) insulation is delivered in bales and must not be allowed to get wet.

The pointing mortar and approved sealant should be stored and used under the appropriate temperature conditions. See Section 2.3.2.

2.1.2 Permitted applicationsOnly applications designed according to the specifications as given in this Agrément are allowed under this Agrément, in each case the specifier will have to co-operate closely with the Agrément holder.

All manufactured components of the System are ‘made to measure’ and can only be used on one specific building. Key Mauer (manufactured) components areissued with a master (parent) serial number so that they can be traced through the manufacturing process to each specific building.

2.1.3 Building physicsThe physical behaviour of walls incorporating the System shall be verified as suitable by a competent specialist, who can be either a qualified employee of thespecifier or a qualified consultant. The specialist will check the physical behaviour of the designed external wall construction and if need be advise aboutimprovement to achieve the final specification. It is recommended that the specialist co-operates closely with the Agrément holder.

2.1.4 General Design ConsiderationsAccount should be taken of both System specific and project specific design considerations. System specific considerations shall be addressed by the specifier;project specific considerations shall be addressed by the Approved Installer in the form of the project specific design.

System specific considerationsThis Agrément covers the use of the System in any exposure zone, subject to the following conditions being met (they are particularly important in areas subjectto severe or very severe driving rain): Compliance with the relevant national Building Regulations. Compliance with weathertigtness in accordance with BRE Report 262, the local wind-driven rain index and the site exposure zone using BS 8104.

Note:The ventilated and drained cavity behind the CFBs must not be allowed to become blocked. The ventilation openings at top and bottom shall be suitablyprotected by screens or baffles to prevent the ingress of rain, birds or animals.

Project specific considerationsA building specific site survey is completed and documented by the Approved Installer prior to installation to ensure that the building is suitable to receivetreatment.

This process includes: Substrate wall fixing pull-out resistance tests to BS 5080-2 to determine pull-out values. A 3D laser scan of the existing building is carried out for every project to capture field data to determine exact dimensions, depth of window reveals etc.

The point cloud data is then converted using specialist software, realigned and merged to a 3D model of the building to create scaled CAD elevationdrawings for the project.

Subsequent project specific design considerations include confirmation that: There is no existing rising damp and there are no signs of dampness on the inner face of the solid wall, other than those caused solely by condensation Existing walls are structurally sound Existing walls are watertight

The average yearly wind load action data for the site location is collated and used to calculate the design wind resistance - positive or negative (kN/m2) for agiven steel frame spacing and fixing centre spacing layout design. Wind action loads shall be calculated in accordance with BS EN 1991-1-4. When calculatingwind loads at corners, higher pressure coefficients shall be used, as recommended in the appropriate Standards.

This design process allows the Agrément holder to produce a building specific kit of parts, components and drawings. Detailed technical installation layoutdrawings provided for each installation show the specific set out position required of each frame and component within the System, with reference to highlighteddatum points for accuracy. Each building receives its’ own specific set of design installation details (the Property Information Pack) and materials.

During the project specific design process, account should be taken of Government Accredited Construction Details for Part L – Masonry external wall insulationdetails: Illustrations. Care is needed for design at openings, and the correct level of workmanship and design detailing of joints particularly around window anddoor openings should be in accordance with BS 6093.

2.1.5 EnvironmentalThe GMW insulation has a Generic BRE Green Guide rating A+, and has zero Ozone Depletion Potential and zero Global Warming Potential.

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Performance factors in relation to the major points of assessment

2.1.6 Thermal insulationThe requirement for limiting heat loss through the building fabric, including the effect of thermal bridging can be satisfied if the thermal transmittance (U-value) ofthe wall incorporating the System does not exceed the maximum and target U-values in the relevant Elemental Methods given in the national BuildingRegulations.

For the purpose of U-value calculations and to determine if the requirements of the national Building Regulations or other statutory requirements are met, thethermal resistance and U-value of the walls incorporating the System should be calculated according to BS EN ISO 10211 (taking into consideration BS EN ISO6946, BS EN ISO 10456 and BRE Report 443) using the insulation’s declared thermal conductivity (λD).

Where an existing external solid wall is subject to national Building Regulations, for example a material change of use, designers should take account of therelevant guidance relating to technical and economic feasibility and target U-values in the documents supporting those Regulations.

If installed correctly, the GMW insulation will remain dry and in a stable state – ensuring a continuous thermal performance throughout the life of the insulation.

A thermal bridging report, using 3D TRISCO software, in accordance with BS EN ISO 10211 (using design thermal values in accordance with BS EN ISO 6946,BS EN ISO 10456 and BRE Report 443) has shown that the System will deliver a thermal benefit given as a U value of 0.30 W/m2K.

2.1.7 Thermal bridging at junctions and around openingsCare must be taken in the overall design and construction of junctions with other elements and openings to minimise thermal bridges and air infiltration.Guidance on linear thermal transmittance, heat flows and surface temperatures can be found in the documents supporting the national Building Regulations andBS EN ISO 10211, BRE Information Paper IP 1/06, BRE Report 262, BRE Report 497 and PAS 2030 - Building Fabric Measures (BFM).

To avoid cold bridging: The light gauge steel main frame is separated from the substrate wall by a 6 mm minimum thickness approved closed cell rubber insulation thermal break All door/window heads, cills & reveals are insulated using a 6 mm minimum thickness approved closed cell rubber insulation thermal break

2.1.8 Structural loadingThe supporting wall must be able to take the full wind load, as well as any racking load, on its’ own. No contribution from the System may be assumed in thisregard. The project specific design must ensure that: The System attachment to the substrate wall has adequate fixing pull-out capacity for the calculated wind loads Thermal expansion effects of both the steel main frame and support frame and the cladding to be supported are taken into consideration in the design

and detailing.

The design of the steel main and support frames is in accordance with the relevant codes and Standards so as to limit mid-span deflections to L/200 andcantilever deflections to L/150. The System has adequate dynamic wind uplift load (suction) resistance.

2.1.9 Impact resistanceFor hard and soft body impact resistance, the System is categorised as Category I and can therefore be used in all conditions as detailed below: I – a zone readily accessible at ground level to the public and vulnerable to hard body impacts but not subjected to abnormally rough use II – a zone liable to impacts from thrown or kicked objects, but in public locations where the height of the kit will limit the size of the impact; or at lower

levels where access to the building is primarily to those with some incentive to exercise care III – a zone not likely to be damaged by normal impacts caused by people or by thrown or kicked objects IV – a zone out of reach from ground level

2.1.10 Condensation riskExternal walls incorporating the System will adequately limit the risk of interstitial and surface condensation when designed in accordance with BS 5250 andBRE Report 262. A condensation risk analysis shall be completed at project specific design stage. Assuming the installation has taken place on an occupiedbuilding, and when correctly installed, no dampness will be present on the internal wall.

Interstitial condensationExternal walls incorporating the System will adequately limit the risk of interstitial condensation when they are designed and constructed in accordance with BS5250 and BRE Digest 369. The ‘dew’ point is calculated to occur at the breather membrane location – which is designed and specified to release vapour at therate required. Therefore, warm vapour transmitting through the substrate wall, from an internal space, will continue to be ‘pushed’ through the surface of theBreather Membrane – condensating at this point.

Surface condensationExternal walls incorporating the System will adequately limit the risk of surface condensation on internal walls when designed in accordance with BS 5250.

2.1.11 Resistance to precipitation including wind-driven rainDesign of joints should be in accordance with BS 6093. The finishing detail is designed to minimise any water ingress through joints between each CFB.Providing the joints between CFBs are correctly sealed, there should be no ingress into the cavity by wind-driven rain. The System is ‘sealed’ with a W1 ratedbreather membrane, breather tapes, thermal breaks, and pointing mortar and approved sealant.

The System, when properly installed in accordance with this Agrément, will resist rain penetration to the wall substrate and satisfy this Requirement as given ineither the relevant national Building regulations or BRE Report 262. The System can help to protect existing external facing brickwork from severe weatherconditions.

The ventilated and drained cavity between the back of the CFBs and the main breather membrane must be a minimum width of 20 mm. Any water collecting inthe cavity owing to rainwater or condensation will be removed by drainage and ventilation.

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A hygrothermal conditioning test and wind-driven rain test on the installed System has successfully been carried out to ETAG 034 and both indicatethe suitability of the System for use at a level of rain exposure classed as very severe i.e. in all wind-driven rain exposure zones in accordance withBS 8104.

2.1.12 Water vapour transmission resistanceThe GMW insulation protected by the breather membrane and ventilation gaps at head and base all aid moisture release from inside the building. Theventilation area at the base of the cladding should be equivalent to 500 mm2/m run.

2.1.13 Behaviour in relation to fireThe System is classified as Euroclass A2-s1, d0 (non-combustible) according to BS EN 13501-1.

2.1.14 DurabilityThe System comprises durable materials and the ventilation openings at top and bottom shall be suitably protected by screens or baffles to prevent the ingressof rain, birds or animals. There is no mould risk to any component in the System.

Providing regular inspection and maintenance is carried out and any defects promptly repaired in accordance with the Agrément holder’s Maintenance andRepair Guide, the installed System should be effective as an EWI System with an ultimate service life expectation in excess of 30 years.

2.1.15 Maintenance and repairAs the insulation is confined behind the membrane and has suitable durability, no maintenance is required. Should it become necessary for any reason, theGMW insulation can be evacuated from behind the membrane.

For advice in respect of routine cleaning and annual maintenance inspections, consult the Agrément holder’s Maintenance and Repair Guide.

Damaged CFBs should be replaced as soon as is practicable as per the Agrément holder’s Maintenance and Repair Guide.

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2.2 – EXAMPLES OF DETAILS

Figure 1 – Frame Design Castellation

Figure 2 – Base Track

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Figure 3 – Verge Trim detail

Figure 4 – Flat Soffit

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Figure 5 – Internal Corner

Figure 6 – External Corner

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2.3 – INSTALLATION

2.3.1 GeneralInstallation of the System and ancillary items shall be carried out in a workmanlike manner in accordance with the Agrément holder’s Installation Manual andcurrent good building practice, by installers trained and approved by the Agrément holder.

For all installations: Pre-installation checks are required including a review of the building specific design drawings to allow correct setting out of the System Where working at height is required, suitable access (scaffolding etc.) shall be provided, erected, maintained and later removed by others All necessary temporary supports for drains, water pipes, gas pipes, electrical cables and telephone cables shall be provided and maintained by others

until the permanent supports are reinstated Temporary flexible tubing shall be provided by others for the efficient discharge of rainwater from the gutters to protect the System during the progress of

the works Protect all existing works, approaches and adjacent surfaces including windows and doors etc. using suitable sheeting, boards, covers etc. Remove all splashes, droppings etc. from completed works immediately and before drying takes place

The System can be installed in any weather/temperature condition with the exception of the joint sealing and on-site pointing processes, which should not becarried out: When the air temperature is at or below 5 °C When the relative humidity is equal to or greater than 90 %. Without protection of the surface if the air temperature or System wall surface is more than 30 °C

2.3.2 Delivery, storage and site handlingThe System is delivered as a building specific ‘kit of parts’ in a combination of boxes, bales and on pallets, marked with the BDA Agrément® logo incorporatingthe number of this Agrément.

System components should be stored raised off the ground in dry areas, under cover and protected from the elements. Flat and level storage is required toprevent buckling or distortion of longer lengths or more vulnerable components.

Packaging should not be opened until the contents are required for use.

The GMW insulation is delivered in polythene-wrapped bales and nothing should be stored on top of the bales. For longer term protection on site, the insulationshould be stored indoors.

Damaged or contaminated materials must not be used. The GMW insulation must not be used if wet.

Pointing mortar and approved sealant are to be stored in temperatures of at least 5 °C.

2.3.3 ProcedureThere is a very specific System installation sequence requirement, detailed in the Agrément holder’s Installation Manual:

1. Establish datum, initial set up and fix the temporary timber batten base line2. Install steel C-section main frame jig-section profiles with insulated spacers3. Install upper level pre-assembled frames (if required)4. Install the base track detail including the inner base rail (membrane) and the perforated outer base rail track5. Install the verge (top track) detail (membrane)6. At a flat soffit roof edge, fix a uPVC angled profile with pre-attached membrane (if required)7. Install the party-wall junction detailing (if required)8. Fix steel angled profile with approved closed cell rubber insulation thermal break to the window cill, reveal and head locations9. Install door and window reveal insulation sections with pre-attached membrane10. Insulate the junctions with pre-cut strips of GMW frame insulation around all window, door and party wall junctions11. Insulate behind the C-sections with strips of GMW frame insulation to form compartments12. Install the membrane verge – pull the membrane down and fix on to the main frame membrane13. Apply the reveal membrane around junctions of windows and doors (leaving the cill section un-attached ready to fix and seal when the main façade

membrane has been applied).14. Apply the party wall junction membrane15. Complete the membrane detailing at junctions and corners (internal/ external); all joints in the membrane should now be fully sealed16. Install the main façade membrane; ensure that all joints in the membrane have been taped over; a bead of approved sealant is applied to all junctions to

the existing substrate wall17. Install the pre-assembled steel support frame profile sections; fix the single straight top hat (THS) and double castellated top hat (THC) components to

the main frame18. Cut filling holes into the cavity membrane bag at the top of each compartment space19. Conduct pre-filling checks and determine fill time for each compartment20. Fill the cavity membrane bag with GMW frame insulation, by injection hose21. Conduct post installation density checks at random locations to determine density of fill22. Seal filling holes and any points of leakage with membrane and tape; all vents and flues shall be checked for any obstructions23. Install the composite façade boards (CFBs); refer to the Property Information Pack to ensure the correct sequence and detail of the CFB installation; the

installation sequence will generally begin from ground level24. Install the joint brackets25. Install the reveal boards to the previously installed angled profile; ensure that the reveal board is in the correct vertical plane26. Install the verge trim (top track) detail (if required)27. Install the flat soffit detail angle profile; maintain the air gap between the System and the angle profile for proper System ventilation

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28. Complete pipe detailing around soil stacks, overflow pipes and flues etc.29. Seal and point the CFB castellation and straight joints where the boards meet with the approved sealant; apply pointing mortar over all sealed joints and

external corners30. Fixing points on the CFBs are filled with pointing mortar provided31. Seal the System against the existing substrate wall, including top track, party-walls, base-track and window and doors with a bead of approved sealant at

all junctions and internal corners; where the junctions meet windows and doors the approved sealant will be colour matched32. Fit the over cills as required33. External fixtures and fittings are installed once the System installation is complete34. Inspect the completed installation as soon as possible after the work is completed and before the access scaffolding is removed.

For all installations: Wipe clean all exposed PVC nosing, cills etc, at each work stage whilst any approved sealant or pointing mortar is still wet

2.4 – INDEPENDENTLY ASSESSED SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS

2.4.1 Thermal insulationA thermal bridging report, using 3D TRISCO software, in accordance with BS EN ISO 10211 (using design thermal values in accordance with BS EN ISO 6946,BS EN ISO 10456 and BRE Report 443) has shown that the System will deliver a thermal benefit given as a U value of 0.30 W/m2K.

2.4.2 Structural loadingA dynamic wind uplift suction test and a static simulated negative wind load test showed no evidence of failure. The System sustained the maximum possibletest pressures.

2.4.3 Impact resistanceSoft and hard body impact tests allow the System to be categorised as Category I according to ETAG 034.

2.4.4 Resistance to precipitation including wind-driven sprayA hygrothermal conditioning test (30 year weathering and UV) and wind-driven rain test on the installed EWI System wall incorporating a window reveal, cill andhead detail was conducted.

The test wall was deconstructed, insulation throughout the whole test area was dry and showed no signs of water penetration at a level of rain exposure classedas very severe as defined in BS 8104.

The hygrothermal and driving rain test results both indicate the suitability of the System in any Exposure Zone according to BS 8104.

2.4.5 Behaviour in relation to fireThe System is classified as Euroclass A2-s1, d0 (non-combustible) according to BS EN 13501-1.

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CHAPTER 3 – CDM AND NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS

3.1 – THE CONSTRUCTION (DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT) REGULATIONS 2015 AND THE CONSTRUCTION (DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT)REGULATIONS (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2016

Information in this Agrément may assist the client, Principal Designer/CDM co-ordinator, designer and contractors to address their obligations under theseRegulations.

3.2 – NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS

In the opinion of Kiwa Ltd., the System, if installed and used in accordance with Chapter 2 of this Agrément, can satisfy or contribute to satisfying the relevantrequirements of the following national Building Regulations.

3.2.1 – REQUIREMENTS: THE BUILDING REGULATIONS 2010 (ENGLAND) AND SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS

B vol 1 Dwellinghouses B3(1) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System does not prejudice the stability of walls B vol 1 Dwellinghouses B3(2) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can be designed and constructed so that it adequately resists the spread of fire

between buildings B vol 1 Dwellinghouses B3(4) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can inhibit the unseen spread of fire and smoke within concealed spaces B vol 2 Buildings other than Dwellinghouses B3(1) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System does not prejudice the stability of walls B vol 2 Buildings other than Dwellinghouses B3(2) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can be designed and constructed so that it adequately

resists the spread of fire between buildings B vol 2 Buildings other than Dwellinghouses B3(4) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can inhibit the unseen spread of fire and smoke within

concealed spaces B4(1) External fire spread - the System adequately resists the spread of fire over the walls C2(b) Resistance to precipitation - the System protects the outer wall face from precipitation C2(c) Resistance to condensation - the System can contribute to satisfying this Requirement L1B(a)(i) Conservation of fuel and power in existing dwellings - the System can contribute to limiting heat gains and losses through the wall L2B(a)(i) Conservation of fuel and power in existing buildings other than dwellings - the System can contribute to limiting heat gains and losses through

the wall Regulation 7(a)(i) Materials and workmanship - the System uses adequate and proper materials appropriate for its use Regulation 7(a)(iii) Materials and workmanship - the System can be fixed to adequately perform its function Regulation 23(1) Requirements relating to thermal elements - the System can contribute to a wall complying with the requirements of L1B(a)(i) and

L2B(a)(i)

3.2.2 – REQUIREMENTS: THE BUILDING (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS 2014 (WALES) AND SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS

B vol 1 Dwellinghouses B3(1) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System does not prejudice the stability of walls B vol 1 Dwellinghouses B3(2) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can be designed and constructed so that it adequately resists the spread of fire

between buildings B vol 1 Dwellinghouses B3(4) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can inhibit the unseen spread of fire and smoke within concealed spaces B vol 2 Buildings other than Dwellinghouses B3(1) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System does not prejudice the stability of walls B vol 2 Buildings other than Dwellinghouses B3(2) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can be designed and constructed so that it adequately

resists the spread of fire between buildings B vol 2 Buildings other than Dwellinghouses B3(4) Internal fire spread (structure) - the System can inhibit the unseen spread of fire and smoke within

concealed spaces B4(1) External fire spread - the System adequately resists the spread of fire over the walls C2(b) Resistance to precipitation - the System protects the outer wall face from precipitation C2(c) Resistance to condensation - the System can contribute to satisfying this Requirement L1B(a)(i) Conservation of fuel and power in existing dwellings - the System can contribute to limiting heat gains and losses through the wall L2B(a)(i) Conservation of fuel and power in existing buildings other than dwellings - the System can contribute to limiting heat gains and losses through

the wall Regulation 7(a)(i) Materials and workmanship - the System uses adequate and proper materials appropriate for its use Regulation 7(a)(iii) Materials and workmanship - the System can be fixed to adequately perform its function Regulation 23(1) Requirements relating to thermal elements - the System can contribute to a wall complying with the requirements of L1B(a)(i) and

L2B(a)(i)

3.2.3 – REQUIREMENTS: THE BUILDING (SCOTLAND) REGULATIONS 2004 AND SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS

3.2.3.1 Regulation 8(1)(2) Fitness and durability of materials and workmanship The System is durable and fit for its intended purpose and can contribute to a construction to satisfy this Regulation3.2.3.2 Regulation 9 Building Standards - Construction 2.4 Cavities - the System can inhibit the unseen spread of fire and smoke within concealed spaces 2.7 Spread on external walls - the System adequately resists the spread of fire over the walls 3.10 Precipitation - the System protects the outer wall face from precipitation 3.15 Condensation - the System can be designed and constructed to inhibit condensation 6.1(b) Carbon dioxide emissions - the wall incorporating the System is capable of reducing carbon dioxide emissions 6.2 Building insulation envelope - the wall incorporating the System can reduce heat loss

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7.1(a) Statement of sustainability - the wall incorporating the System can contribute to satisfying this Standard 7.1(b) Statement of sustainability - the wall incorporating the System can contribute to satisfying this Standard3.2.3.3 Regulation 12 Building Standards – Conversion All comments given under Regulation 9 also apply to this Regulation, with reference to Schedule 6 of The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004 and

subsequent amendments, clause 0.12 of the Technical Handbook (Domestic|) and clause 0.12 of the Technical Handbook (Non-Domestic)

3.2.4 – REQUIREMENTS: THE BUILDING REGULATIONS (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2012 AND SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS

23(a)(i) Fitness of materials and workmanship - the System is of a suitable nature and quality in relation to the its’ use and conditions 23(a)(iii) Fitness of materials and workmanship - the System can be fixed so as to adequately perform its’ function 23(b)(ii) Fitness of materials and workmanship - the System can further the conservation of fuel and power 28(b) Resistance to the weather - the System protects the outer face of the wall from precipitation 29 Condensation - the wall shall be designed and constructed to prevent interstitial condensation 35(1) Internal fire spread - the System does not prejudice the stability of walls 35(2) Internal fire spread - the System can be designed and constructed so that it adequately resists the spread of fire between buildings 35(4) Internal fire spread - the System can inhibit the unseen spread of fire and smoke within concealed spaces 36 External fire spread - the System adequately resists the spread of fire over the walls 39(a)(i) Conservation measures - the System can contribute to limiting heat gains and losses through the wall 40(2) Target carbon dioxide emission rate - the wall incorporating the System shall be designed and constructed as not to exceed its’ target CO2 emission

rate 43 Renovation of thermal elements - the renovation work can be carried out to ensure the wall complies with requirement 39(a)(i)

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CHAPTER 4 – SOURCES

BS EN ISO 6946:2017 Building components and building elements. Thermal resistance and thermal transmittance. Calculation methods BS EN ISO 10211:2017 Thermal bridges in building construction. Heat flows and surface temperatures. Detailed calculations BS EN ISO 10456:2007 Building materials and products. Hygrothermal properties. Tabulated design values and procedures for determining declared and

design thermal values BS EN 1602:2013 Thermal insulating products for building applications. Determination of the apparent density BS EN 1991-1-4:2005 Eurocode 1: Actions on structures — General actions — Wind actions NA to BS EN 1991-1-4:2005 UK National Annex to Eurocode 1: Actions on structures — General actions — Wind actions BS EN 13501-1:2007+A1:2009 Fire classification of construction products and building elements. Classification using test data from reaction to fire tests BS EN 13823:2010+A1:2014 Reaction to fire tests for building products. Building products excluding floorings exposed to the thermal attack by a single

burning item BS EN 14064-2:2010 Thermal insulation products for buildings. In-situ formed loose-fill mineral wool (MW) products. Specification for the installed

products 12/30256053 DC BS EN 16383:2012 Thermal insulating products for building applications. Determination of the hygrothermal behaviour of external

thermal insulation composite systems with renders (ETICS) DD CEN/TS 772-22:2006 Methods of test for masonry units. Determination of freeze/thaw resistance of clay masonry units BS 4315-2:1970 Methods of test for resistance to air and water penetration. Permeable walling constructions (water penetration) BS 5080-2:1986 Structural fixings in concrete and masonry. Method for determination of resistance to loading in shear BS 5250:2011+A1:2016 Code of practice for control of condensation in buildings BS 6093:2006+A1:2013 Design of joints and jointing in building construction. Guide BS 8104:1992 Code of practice for assessing exposure of walls to wind-driven rain BRE Report 135:2013 Fire Performance of External Insulation For Walls of Multi-storey Buildings BRE Report 262:2002 Thermal insulation: avoiding risks BRE Report 443:2006 Conventions for U-value calculations BRE Report 497:2007 Conventions for Calculating Linear thermal transmittance and Temperature Factors BRE Information Paper 1/06:2006 Assessing the effects of thermal bridging at junctions and around openings BRE Digest 369:1992 Interstitial condensation and fabric degradation EOTA Technical Report TR 001:2003 Determination of impact resistance of panels and panel assemblies ETAG 004:2013 External thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) with rendering ETAG 034:2012 Kits For External Wall Claddings Part I: Ventilated cladding kits comprising cladding components and associated fixings ETAG 034:2012 Kits For External Wall Claddings Part II: Cladding kits comprising cladding components, associated fixings, subframe and possible

insulation layer PAS 2030:2017 Specification for the installation of energy efficiency measures (EEM) in existing buildings Mauer Installation Manual – February 2018 KIWA Issue Mauer Maintenance and Repair Guide Feb 2018

Remark: apart from these sources confidential reports have also been assessed; these reports are in the possession of Kiwa Ltd. and kept in the TechnicalAssessment File of this Agrément; the Installer Manual is current at the time of publication and may be subject to change, the Agrément holder should becontacted for clarification of the latest revision.

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CHAPTER 5 – AMENDMENT HISTORY

Revision Amendment Description Amended By Approved By Date- Draft for internal Review S Lloyd P Oakley February 2018A Issue for Client Review P Oakley C Forshaw February 2018B First Issue P Oakley C Forshaw March 2018