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Moisture and Mold Protection for Shaftwalls and Area Separation Firewalls

ProRoc Moisture and Mold Resistant Shaftliner Type X with M2Tech for Area Separation Firewall Systems.

CertainTeed Gypsum’s new ProRoc Moisture and Mold Resistant Shaftliner with M2Tech is now available for use in elevator shafts, stairwells, and area separation firewalls in commercial and multi-family buildings. ProRoc Shaftliner with M2Tech is a 1-inch gypsum board, with a specially formulated, fire-resistant, noncombustible core enclosed in a heavy moisture- and mold-resistant 100 percent recycled paper. This product features double-beveled edges for easy installation. ProRoc Shaftliner can be combined with other ProRoc with M2Tech gypsum board products and is primarily used in shaftwall and area separation firewall systems where enhanced mold resistance is required or preferred.

CertainTeed’s ProRoc Shaftliner with M2Tech is Type X fire-rated, providing superior mold protection for shaftwall and area separation firewall systems. These systems are a vital safety link for multi-story commercial buildings as well as multi-family housing to prevent fire from rapidly spreading from floor to floor or unit to unit. Building professionals can use CertainTeed’s new Shaftliner gypsum board with confidence knowing the product protects against mold while meeting applicable building code requirements related to life safety.

The ProRoc Shaftliner with M2Tech technology achieves the best possible scores for mold resistance per ASTM D 3273 and ASTM G 21. It is UL Classified and ULC Listed for fire resistance and surface burning characteristics.
 

Shaftwall Systems -- ProRoc Moisture and Mold Resistant Shaftliner Type X with M2Tech for Shaftwall Systems.

ProRoc with M2Tech Gypsum Board, Extra Abuse Gypsum Board, Setting Compounds and Finishing Joint Tapes.

In addition to the ProRoc Shaftliner with M2Tech, CertainTeed Gypsum manufactures a variety of moisture- and mold-resistant solutions including ProRoc Gypsum Board with M2Tech, ProRoc Extra Abuse Gypsum Board for enhanced protection against impact, indentation and mold growth, ProRoc Moisture and Mold Resistant Setting Compound with M2Tech and Mold-X10 Mold Resistant Mesh Tape.

CertainTeed ProRoc with M2Tech gypsum board products, and some finishing products, are GREENGUARD certified. All of the face and back paper used in CertainTeed Gypsum’s products, such as the ProRoc Gypsum Board line, is made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled paper. CertainTeed’s product offerings can also contribute to LEED credits for use in green building projects.

Building Responsibly

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed has helped shape the building products industry for more than 100 years. Today, CertainTeed is North America’s leading brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, windows, fence, decking, railing, trim, foundations, pipe, insulation, gypsum, ceilings and access covers. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency named CertainTeed an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, a national award that recognizes environmentally responsible corporations. As a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and Canadian Green Building Council, CertainTeed Gypsum is a leader in the effort to provide building materials that promote sustainable design.

CertainTeed Gypsum manufactures and markets a broad range of gypsum and finishing products for interior and exterior needs across the U.S. and Canada. This, in combination with the full range of CertainTeed building products, provides architects, contractors, builders and dealers one partner to provide service and support for commercial and residential building projects.

Call 800.233.8990 or visit certainteed.com/gypsum for more information.

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