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What is NYC BC § 2506.2?

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This section establishes standards for gypsum board and gypsum panel products, requiring compliance with specific material standards and provisions for fire protection as outlined in related chapters. Applies to building owners utilizing gypsum products in construction and renovation projects.

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2506.2 Standards.

BC § 2506.2

Gypsum board and gypsum panel products shall conform to the appropriate standards listed in Table 2506.2 and Chapter 35 and, where required for fire protection, shall conform to the provisions of Chapter 7. Table 2506.2Gypsum Board and Gypsum Panel Products Materials and Accessories Material Standard Material Standard Abuse resistant non-decorated interior gypsum panel products and fiber-reinforced cement panelsASTM C 1629Accessories for gypsum boardASTM C 1047Adhesives for fastening gypsum wallboardASTM C 557Cold-formed steel studs and track, structuralAISI S200 and ASTM C 955, Section 8Cold-formed steel studs and track, nonstructuralAISI S220 and ASTM C 645, Section 10Elastomeric joint sealantsASTM C 920Fiber-reinforced gypsum panelsASTM C 1278Glass mat gypsum backing panelASTM C 1178Glass mat gypsum panel 5ASTM C 1658Glass mat gypsum substrateASTM C 1177Joint reinforcing tape and compoundASTM C 474; C 475Nails for gypsum boardsASTM C 514, F 547, F 1667Steel screwsASTM C 954; C 1002Standard specification for gypsum boardASTM C 1396Testing gypsum and gypsum productsASTM C 22; C 472; C 473

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