S t r u c t u ra l P r o d u c t s

CI/SfB (28) P128 Hh2 April 2005

Technical Handbook

Structural Products to the Power of

Information finder How to use this handbook Rapid information finder Specification & Design Multibeam Purlins Multibeam Cladding Rails Multibeam Eaves Beams Multibeam Valley Beams Multibeam Cleader Angles Multichannel

2 2,3

8 20 28 30 31 32

Components, Dimensions & References Multibeam Purlins 40 Multibeam Cladding Rails 47 Multibeam Eaves Beams 53 Multibeam Cleader Angles 55 Multibeam Valley Beams 55 Multichannel 56 Construction Details Roof Details Valley & Eaves Details Wall Details Verge Details Mezzanine Floor Details Multichannel Column Details Estimating, Ordering & Detailing Estimating Estimating Check List Ordering & Detailing Options Multibeam Purlins & Rails Hole Arrangements Ordering Order Forms Multichannel Ordering Order Forms Multibeam Eaves Beam Ordering Order Forms Multibeam Cleaders Ordering Order Forms Customer service Product Range Index

64 72 76 92 94 97

100 102 103 104 106 111 119 120 124 125 124 126 130 131 134-135

Welcome to the Multibeam Structural Products Handbook. This publication contains all the technical information available on the following products and systems produced by Kingspan Insulated Roof & Wall Systems. Multibeam Purlin System Multibeam Cladding Rail System Multibeam Eaves Beam System Multibeam Valley Beams Multibeam Cleader Angles Multichannel Products

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Specification & Design Components, Dimensions & References

Information for the Design Engineer & Specifier

Information for the Draughtsperson & Detailer

Construction Details

Information for the Designer & Draughtsperson

Estimating, Ordering & Detailing

Information for the Estimator & Detailer

Multibeam Purlin System Rail System Eaves Beam Cleader Valley Beam

Section Range Section Length Cleats Sleeves Restraint Components Stays Hole Details Restraints Required Section Properties Load Tables Material Specification Order Forms

Page 8 16m Max* Page 42 Page 10 Pages 44/46 Page 45 Page 104/105 Pages 11-18

Page 20 16m Max* Page 48 Page 22 Pages 49/51 Page 45 Page 104/105 Pages 24-27

Page 28 16m Max* Page 54 Page 54 Page 54 Page 125 Page 29

Page 31 4m Max Splice Plate P 55 Page 126

Page 30 16m Max* Page 72 Page 72 Page 72 Page 55 Page 72

See separate Properties & Load Tables publication inside back cover or Kingspan Toolkit CD

Page 7 Pages 111/112

Page 7 Page 113

Page 28 Page 125

Page 31 Page 126

Page 7 Page 111

* Normal maximum length for ease of handling in transportation. Longer lengths by arrangement.

Multichannel Rails Floor Beams Brickwork Restraints Wind Bracing Columns

Page 33 16m Max* Page 58 Page 60 Pages 59/60 Page 45 Page 117 Pages 24-27

Page 34 16m Max* Pages 58

Not Required

Page 36 16m Max* Pages 58 Page 45 Page 117 Page 36

Page 37 8m Max

Page 57 8m Max Page 59

Page 89

Page 45 Page 117

Page 117 Page 35

See separate Properties & Load Tables publication inside back cover or Kingspan Toolkit CD

Page 33 Pages 120/121

Page 33 Page 120

Page 33 Page 120

Page 33 Page 120

Page 33 Page 123

Kingspan Structural Products

Purlin System

Eaves Beam System

Multichannel

Cladding Rail System

Products
Kingspan Structural Products produce a complete range of Preengineered cold formed products for modern industrial and commercial building construction. Purlins Cladding Rails Eaves Beams Valley Beams Cleaders Floor Beams Brickwork Restraints Wind Bracing Columns Cleader Angle Compound Members

Specification & Design

Multibeam Purlins Purlin System Spanning Systems/Sleeves Anti-sag Tie Requirements Restraint Flat & Low Pitched Roofs 8 15 14 17 18

Multibeam Cladding Rails Cladding Rail System Wall Cladding Firewall Spanning Systems/Sleeves Restraints Door & Window Openings Vertical Restraint Horizontal Cladding Systems 20 20 21 22 23 23 24 27

Multibeam Eaves Beam Eaves Beam System Eaves Beam Restraint Multibeam Valley Beams Valley Beams Multibeam Cleader Angles Cleader Angles Multichannel Systems Multichannel Systems Floor Beams Brickwork Restraint Wind Bracing 32 34 36 37 31 30 28 29

Specification & Design

Information for the Design Engineer & Specifier Kingspan offer a comprehensive range of cold formed building products. The following section gives detailed information on all Kingspan Multibeam and Multichannel products currently manufactured. All Multibeam Purlins, Rails, Eaves Beams and Multichannel sections are manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side. Heavy duty galvanised steel with a coating thickness of 0.042mm is available to special order.

Multibeam Purlins

P350

Section Range
Alternative section depths and gauges may be available subject to quantity.

P300 P265 P235 P205

P175 P145

Flange 60mm Gauges 1.30mm 1.45mm 1.55mm 1.70mm

Flange 60mm Gauges 1.40mm 1.50mm 1.60mm 1.70mm 2.00mm

Flange 60mm

Flange 60mm

Flange 60mm

Flange 70mm

Flange 70mm

Gauges 1.45mm 1.50mm 1.55mm 1.65mm 1.80mm 1.90mm 2.00mm

Gauges 1.50mm 1.70mm 1.90mm 2.00mm 2.30mm

Gauges 1.50mm 1.80mm 2.00mm 2.25mm 2.55mm 3.00mm

Gauges 1.80mm 2.00mm 2.25mm 2.55mm 3.00mm

Gauges 1.80mm 2.00mm 2.25mm 2.55mm 3.00mm

Scope
The Kingspan Multibeam Purlin system has been specifically designed to be fully compatible with all types of cladding utilised in modern building construction. The Multibeam system can generally be used in pitched, mansard or flat roof applications on buildings with bays of 3m up to 14m and roof slopes from 0-30.

Features & Benefits

Unique profile - Gives greater stiffness and straighter cladding lines. No anti-sag ties required in common conditions Valuable savings on erection time and cost. Unique cleat design Allows common cladding line using varying section sizes for optimum design economy. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency. Only one system Quick and easy specification. Purpose designed suspension brackets No drilling of sections when suspending services. Design software Quick and accurate specification. Advisory service Technical support when you need it. Simple electronic ordering Via STRUCAD, X-STEEL or the Kingspan Wizard programme. Lower component count Quicker & lower cost erection.

Identification
The Kingspan Multibeam Purlin system is designed to suit buildings with bay sizes up to 14m with either pitched, mansard, flat or curved roof construction. Kingspan Multibeam is compatible with the very latest industrial building techniques and has been extensively tested to ensure that Multibeam offers the most efficient range of sections to suit the widely varying conditions and loadings required in modern roof construction. The carefully designed Multibeam profile offers a cost effective combination of simplicity and efficiency. The unique shape of the Multibeam profile combined with the use of high strength steel with a yield stress of 390 N mm2 (minimum) gives it excellent properties and a high strength to weight ratio.

Cross Reference

Page

Restraint Arrangements 11 Sleeved Connections 66 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Selection
Kingspan provide two ways of selecting Multibeam Purlin sections. Ultimate loads to BS5950:Part 5:1998 can be found in a separate booklet contained in the back of this handbook. Alternatively, the Kingspan Toolkit is available on CD see inside back cover.

Design Considerations
Multibeams are generally specified as double spanning members to maintain design economy. To ensure equal load distribution to the supporting steel, the double span members are staggered, typically utilising only one sleeve per line of purlins. Section length is generally limited to 16m and due to this bays over 8m are normally supplied as single spanning lengths and sleeved on site to maintain continuity. Section lengths greater than 16m are available for special requirements. In addition a continuous system utilising heavy end bay sections is available for larger buildings. This system can be more economical when used in buildings of ten bays or more. Double Spanning Systems Sleeves are required at connections to single span end bays only. This eliminates the use of heavy gauge end bay sections which simplifies the system and offers a saving in material.

1 Single Span Sleeved Systems Sleeves are required at alternate joints throughout the roof and all joints on the penultimate rafter. Note: Single span systems are generally used when: 1. Bay centres exceed 8.0m. 2. When site restrictions dictates single length to be used. Normal double span load tables can be used.

Multibeam Purlins

Continuous Systems
The Kingspan Continuous Purlin System (popularly known as Heavy end bay system) can be considered on larger buildings with typically ten bays or more. Potential economies are achieved by a reduction in purlin section size of the internal bays by utilising a heavier section at each end of the purlin run. Continuous Double Spanning Systems The double spanning system uses considerably fewer components than the single span system. Joints should be staggered when double spanning to aid construction.

Continuous Single Span Systems Heavier purlin sections must be used in both end bays in a purlin run with all joints sleeved.

Purlin Sleeve
Connections All connections undertaken on the Multibeam Purlin system must be as stipulated by Kingspan Insulated Roof & Wall Systems. If any difficulty is experienced please contact our Technical Services Department. Important Note: Load tables or design software must be used in association with this information, and consideration must be given to anti-sag tie arrangements. See page 12.

Typical sleeved connection

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Cross Reference

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Restraint Arrangements 11 Sleeved Connections 66 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Purlin Anti-Sag Tie Requirements

Anti-Sag Ties Anti-sag ties are required to prevent distortion and misalignment of purlins during the fixing of sheeting in certain conditions. They may also be required in cases where wind reversal (uplift) loads are experienced. See table opposite for anti-sag requirements for buildings with purlin centres up to 2 metres. For purlin centres over 2 metres consult Kingspan.

Purlin Tie Hole Arrangements 145mm Sections

Screwed rod apex tie Kingspan Eaves Beam shown Eaves strut Multilok tie

C Centre of bay L

Tie hole position

175 to 265mm Sections

Screwed rod apex tie Kingspan Eaves Beam shown Eaves strut Multilok or tubular tie

C Centre or 1/3 L bay points

Tie hole position for Multilok ties

25mm

Upslope

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Multibeam Purlins

Purlin Anti-Sag Tie Requirements

Number of Rows per Bay Bay Centres (Dimensions up to & including those shown) Up to 6.1m Up to 7.0m Up to 8.2m Up to 9.1m Up to 10.5m Up to 11.1m See page 18

Roof Slope Under 3 3 - 10

Purlin Section Size All 145 175 205 235 265

Up to 5.1m

none

none

none

1 Multilok

2 Multilok

3 Tubular

3 SW Struts

none

none

1 Tubular

1 Tubular

2 Tubular

3 Tubular

3 SW Struts

>10 - 15

145 175 205 235 265 1 Tubular 1 Tubular 1 Tubular 1 Tubular 2 Tubular 3 Tubular 3 SW Struts none none 1 Multilok 1 Multilok 2 Multilok 3 Tubular 3 SW Struts

>15 - 18

145 175 205 235 265 1 Tubular 1 Tubular 1 Tubular 1 Tubular Consult Kingspan 2 Tubular 3 Tubular 3 SW Struts 1 Multilok 1 Multilok 1 Multilok 1 Multilok 2 Multilok 3 Tubular 3 SW Struts

Over 18

All

Position of Stays

1 Multilok or 1 tube mid span.

2 Multilok or 2 tube 1/3 points.

General Notes
Built Up Roofs For anti-sag requirements with built up flat roof construction see page 18. Tiled Roofs For anti-sag requirements with tiled roof construction see page 17. Clip-fix Cladding When using single skin panels see page 16. Mono Pitch Roofs See page 68. Roof Slopes Over 18 For roof slopes outside those shown above consult our Technical Services Department. Roof Slopes Over 30 For roof slopes of 30 and over consider using stiffened purlin cleats. Long Roof Slopes For roof slopes exceeding 20m long diagonal wires may be required to support the downslope component of the load. Multilok Ties Multilok ties must not be used on purlin sections exceeding 205mm deep. Temporary Propping When no anti-sag ties are used temporary spacers and propping may be required during sheeting of the roof. Apex Ties Apex Ties must be used in all cases where anti-sag ties are required. On bays >6.1m when no anti-sag ties are used we recommend that apex ties are used to provide stability during sheeting of the roof. Anti-sag Requirements assume that there are two slopes with a central ridge. On roof slopes of 6O or more, over 20m in length, we recommend that wire ropes are considered within the slope length to limit the load applied to the apex tie. Load Tables & Structural Properties Ultimate loads to BS5950:Part5:1998 can be found in a separate Properties & Load Tables booklet at the back of this handbook or alternatively you can use the Kingspan Toolkit CD. See inside back cover.

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Cross Reference

Page

Construction Details 67 Anti-Sag Components 44 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Cladding
Single Skin Cladding The published safe loads may be used with all through fix single skin cladding, including use with foam board or over blanket insulation adequately fixed to the section. Twin Skin Cladding The published safe loads may be used with all traditional twin skin cladding products, providing that a through fix steel liner is employed adequately fixed to the section. Clip-fixed Cladding If a through fixed steel liner panel is used in conjunction with clipfixed roof panels, no additional restraint may be required and published safe loads may be used. Only if deeper purlins are used over short spans with very high service loads will it be necessary to provide additional restraints. Loads should be restricted to 2.5kN/linear metre when using 235mm and 265mm deep Multibeam sections without additional restraints. If Multibeam Purlins are used without a steel liner panel with single skin panels additional restraints are required, as detailed in the table on page 16 to enable published load tables to be used.

Kingspan Composite Panels Tests have proven that when using Kingspan composite roof panels with Multibeam Purlins no additional restraints are required to those detailed in the table on page 12. The combined construction offers the restraint necessary to enable the published safe load tables to be used. Other Cladding For all other types of cladding eg. fibre cement consult the Kingspan Technical Department. Important The correct drill point and thread form for self drill self tap fixing screws must be chosen for use with gauges less than 1.5mm.

The Kingspan Roof Tile Insulated Panel System is an economic alternative to the traditional pantile roof. Available in Terracotta and Anthracite - the single fix installation, directly to purlins, can save up to 50% of the construction time required for built up alternatives.

Kingspan Roof Tile Insulated Panel System

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Multibeam Purlins

Tiled Roof

Types of Roof Cladding Multibeam purlins can be used with all types of modern roof cladding systems including metal composite panels, standing seam, fibre cement, insulated membrane panels, and traditional tiles. However, it should be noted that certain types of roof cladding do not give the necessary lateral restraint to purlins and additional restraints may be required.

Flat Roof

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Cross Reference

Page 17 45 40 18

Tiled Roof Design Tiled Roof Components Purlin Section Dimensions Flat Roof Design See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

TYPE OF ROOF CLADDING

GIVES RESTRAINT TO PURLIN (USE NORMAL LOAD TABLES)

Trapezoidal Single Skin (eg. Kingspan 23/1000)

Yes

Trapezoidal Double Skin Through fixed liner

Yes

Clip Fixed Single Skin

No (But see facing page)

Double Skin Secret Fix (With through fix liner)

Yes

Composite Panel Through Fix (eg. Kingspan DR1000 & IP1000)

Yes

Built Up Flat Roof

Yes (if through fix deck used)

Composite Membrane Panel (eg Insulated Roofdeck) Tiles

Yes

No (But see page 17)

Tiles on Metal Cladding Through fixed

Consult Kingspan

Roof Tile insulated panel

Consult Kingspan

The above information assumes cladding fixings and spacings are in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations

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Multibeam Purlins

Single Skin Clip-Fixed Panels

When using single skin panels without a steel liner panel additional restraints are required as shown to enable published load tables to be used.
Multibeam Purlin Depth Purlin Span

Additional Restraints Single Skin Panels

One strut at Mid-span
Generally up to 8.2m

Up to 8.2m 1 Strut 1 Strut 1 Strut 1 Strut* Consult Kingspan

8.2m 9.1m N/A N/A

Minimum angle 26

145 175 205 235 265

2 Struts 2 Struts 2 Struts

Eaves Beams restraints if required, refer to page 29

*Maximum load 2.5kN/lin.m Two struts at third points

Generally up to 9.1m

Eaves Beams restraints if required, refer to page 29

Minimum angle 26

Tube struts should be anchored with diagonal ties at top and bottom of slope between the Multibeam sections.

Diagonal Wire Connection

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Cross Reference Construction Details Tiled Roof Struts Rod Diagonals See separate booklet for Tiled Roof Load Tables

Page 69 45 45

Restraint System for Tiled Roofs

The profile shape and strength of the Multibeam section is eminently suitable to sustain the greater loadings imposed upon the purlin sections by a tiled roof. However, due to the nature of the forces imposed upon the purlin sections by this form of roof construction, additional considerations are required in the design of the purlin and its restraint system. Specific load tables for tiled roofs can be found in the separate booklet at the back of this handbook. Anti-Sag Requirements The Kingspan angle strut brace system caters for the downslope force produced in the roof from dead and superimposed loads. Slope length is limited by the load on diagonal ties. Consult our Technical Services Department for conditions outside those shown. The anti-sag system is based on struts at 1/3 intervals for all bay sizes. A minimum angle of 30 for rod diagonals is required (as detailed in diagram). In order to maintain 30 on larger bays struts should be positioned at 1/4 intervals as detailed in diagram shown. Stiffened cleats should also be used with tiled roof construction. See page 65. Anti-Sag Requirements with metal liner When certain cassett metal liner profiles are fixed to the Purlin top flange enough restraint may be provided in order to use the standard load tables (See separate Properties & Load Tables Booklet) in conjunction with the anti-sag system shown here. For further advice please contact our Technical Services Department. Tile Panel System Kingspan Insulated Roof Tile Panel System is a suitable alternative to fixing traditional clay pantiles. A separate publication is available with detailed construction drawings and performance data. Kingspan Insulated Panel Systems 01352 716110 Diagonal Rod Connection

Typical layout of anti-sag system

Anti-sag arrangement for larger bays

Angle struts

Angle struts SW *

max centres for strut system is 1.800m

Rod diagonal

Angle struts SX 30 min 30 min

*1 set of diagonals required per 6m length of roof slope.

Rod diagonal

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Multibeam Purlins

Flat & Low Pitched Roofs

On low pitched roofs, a built-up form of construction or a standing seam metal sheeting system may be employed. The following information concerns built-up roof construction in which a metal decking is fixed securely to the purlin by means of self drill tap fixings. Where Kingspan Standing Seam System or composite roof panel is specified see page 13. For other forms of roof construction consult our Technical Services Department. The load tables contained in the document at the back of this handbook may be used for selection of the purlin. However, deflection requirements are generally given greater attention on low pitched roofs. The designer may use the general bending formula = WL3 185.E.l in conjunction with the published section properties or the Kingspan Software to evaluate a satisfactory double span deflection. For further advice on any aspect of the Multibeam system contact our Technical Services Department.

Waterproof membrane

Insulation

Deck cladding

Tubular tie where required

Anti-Sag Requirements for Flat Roofs

Where lateral restraint is provided by cladding system eg. through fix metal liner or deck.

Purlin Section (mm) 145 175 205 235 265

Up to & including 6m bay centres Ties not required Ties not required Ties not required Tubes at mid-span Tubes at mid-span

Over 6m, up to & including 7.5m bay centres Tubes at mid-span Tubes at mid-span Tubes at mid-span Tubes at mid-span Tubes at mid-span

Over 7.5m, up to & including 9m bay centres Tubes at 1/3 points Tubes at 1/3 points Tubes at 1/3 points Tubes at 1/3 points Tubes at 1/3 points

Insulated Roofdeck System

Insulated Roofdeck Systems can be used on all building applications with a minimum roof pitch of 1:80 (0.72) to avoid ponding. This superior pre-engineered system has a 30 year life cycle warranty package. The system is available with a standing seam option and can be used with Portal, Truss and curved mainframe construction utilising Multibeam purlins.

Anti-sag ties not required

Insulated Membrane Roof Panel System showing optional cosmetic standing seam option

Anti-sag ties required

Position Tubular ties at mid or third points of span. See table above. Note: For this application the term Flat Roof generally means any roof with a roofslope no greater than 1:20 or 3.

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Cross Reference

Page

Construction Details 66 Rafter Stays 66 Tubular Ties 44 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

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Multibeam Cladding Rails

Identification
The Multibeam Cladding Rail system is both practical and versatile. Double spanning rails and tubular support struts form a rigid, yet easy to assemble system suitable for all types of steel, concrete or timber framed buildings. Designed specifically to cater for profiled metal clad side walls, the system is designed to accommodate cladding fixed either vertically or horizontally, with a minimum number of components. The Multibeam Cladding Rail system is the result of an extensive test programme. A system that safely accommodates the increasing choice of modern wall cladding systems to the requirement of BS5950:Part 5:1998.

Section Range
1.30mm 1.45mm 1.55mm 1.70mm

Gauges

P145

Flange 60mm P175

Gauges
1.40mm 1.50mm 1.60mm 1.70mm 2.00mm

Flange 60mm P205 Flange 60mm P235 Flange 60mm P265 Flange 60mm P300 Flange 70mm P350 Flange 70mm

Gauges
1.45mm 1.50mm 1.55mm 1.65mm 1.80mm 1.90mm 2.00mm 1.50mm 1.70mm 1.90mm 2.00mm 2.30mm

Features & Benefits

Unique profile Gives greater stiffness and straighter cladding lines. High yield steel For superior performance and efficiency. Double spanning rails Can span up to 9.0m bay centres. Unique cleat design Allows common cladding line using varying section sizes for optimum design economy. Design software Quick and accurate specification to latest codes. Versatile Suitable for horizontal or vertical cladding. Complementary Multichannel sections More versatile side wall design. Simple electronic ordering Via STRUCAD, X-STEEL or the Kingspan Wizard programme.

Gauges

Gauges
1.50mm 1.80mm 2.00mm 2.25mm 2.55mm 3.00mm 1.80mm 2.00mm 2.25mm 2.55mm 3.00mm

Gauges

Gauges
1.80mm 2.00mm 2.25mm 2.55mm 3.00mm

Applications
Type of Wall Cladding Metal Single Skin

Metal Twin Skin

Kingspan Insulated Panel System All types can be fitted vertically or horizontally.

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Cross Reference

Page

Firewall Construction 90 Horizontal Cladding 86 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Loads Tables

Applications
Industrial and Commercial The Kingspan Multibeam Cladding Rail System has been designed for use in industrial and commercial applications with all common cladding materials. Agricultural Multibeam Cladding Rails may be considered for use with lightweight metal cladding when designed in accordance with BS5502 (Design of Buildings and Structures of Agriculture) for use in agricultural buildings. Wall Cladding Options Multibeam rails can be used with all types of conventional modern wall cladding including metal composite panels, secret fix wall systems and metal twinskin construction. Two methods of supporting horizontal cladding are shown in this handbook. See Construction Details pages 86/87.

Multichannel

Composite wall panel shown

Clip DWC Multibracket Fixing screws Cill flashing

Horizontal cladding detail (see page 88)

Firewall
To contain a fire within an industrial building in accordance with the building regulations, a wall construction conforming to BS476:Part 22:1987, may be used. Multibeam cladding rails can be used to form part of the wall construction and, as such, will require some means of ensuring that expansion does not affect the stability and integrity of the wall in fire condition. The Multibeam Firewall System, which is a precise and complete assembly of components, utilises a slotted connection to the Multibeam sections in conjunction with a plastic heat softening washer to provide an adequate expansion in the event of fire. For full details contact Kingspan Technical Department.

General Notes 1. Firewall rails are 30mm shorter in length than standard rails and supplied with 54mm x 14mm slotted holes to cater for expansion. 2. Although bottom rails must be single spanning to suit fire conditions, standard sleeves may be introduced to provide continuity for structural considerations. 3. Sections must have gauge 1.5mm or greater. 4. At the discretion of the engineer, joints on rails may be staggered to provide uniform distribution of wind loadings to support structures.

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Multibeam Cladding Rails

Design Considerations
Multibeam cladding rails are generally specified as double spanning to maintain design economy. To ensure equal load distribution the connections between double spanning rails should be staggered where possible. Section lengths are generally limited to 18m. Rails for bays over 8m can be supplied in single lengths and sleeved on site to maintain continuity.

Double Spanning Systems Sleeves are required at connections to single span end bay members only. This eliminates the use of heavier gauge end bay sections.

Rail Sleeve Single Span Sleeved Systems Sleeves are required at alternate joints throughout the side wall and all joints on the penultimate stanchions. Normal double span tables can be used. Note: Single span systems are generally used when: 1. Length of rail exceeds maximum length of 16m. 2. When site access dictates that single lengths should be used. 3. Door openings etc. prevent use of double span rails.

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Cross Reference

Page

Construction Details 78 Sleeved Connections 77 Multichannel 32 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Stanchion Restraints
Where restraint is required to the inner flange on a stanchion. Multibeam stays can be used. All Sections
Only one restraint may prove acceptable subject to loading

Openings
In sidewall situations where openings are required we recommend the use of Multichannel sections. These versatile sections provide an easy solution for door and window openings, trimmers etc. and section sizes are compatible with Multibeam cladding rail section sizes. Where required Multichannels can be used as a substitute for Multibeam cladding rails as all components (eg. Cleats etc.) are fully compatible. It must be noted however, that equivalent section sizes may not provide an identical performance and heavier gauges may be required. (See separate Properties & Load Tables Booklet).

Stanchion

475

View on Underside

Load Tables & Structural Properties

Ultimate loads to BS5950:Part5:1998 can be found in the separate Properties & Load Tables Booklet located in the back of this handbook. Multibeam Rail Design Software is also available on the Kingspan Toolkit CD.

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Multibeam Cladding Rails

Vertical Restraints for Buildings with Bays up to 6.1m

The single strut system is utilised on buildings with bays up to 6.1m centres with adjustable diagonal wire rope ties as shown in the diagram. Bays up to 3.0m generally do not require vertical support struts. This system is for use with cladding which when fixed restrains the Multibeam siderail outer flange. Max. Height X for vertically fixed cladding Where the weight of the cladding varies from that stated above please contact Kingspan Technical Services Department. For insulated / composite panels fixed horizontally see page 26. The strut system should be fitted between the bottom rails and the rails levelled before proceeding progressively upwards. Where the cladding is clip fixed or fixed in such a way that the cladding can slip relative to the side rail face please contact Kingspan Technical Services Department. Max cladding weight kN/m2 0.12 0.12 Max rail c/c m 2.0 2.0

Type of Cladding Insulated / composite Panels Metal single skin + 80mm glass fibre + metal liner

Max. Height X 10.0m 10.0m

Note: When wall exceeds 10m in height allow one set of diagonal ties for every 9.0m of height.

Half bay width Kingspan Eaves Beam

Maker up

Max height x

Cladding rails = Tubular struts

= Minimum angle 30

Diagonal wire rope ties

Bay width up to 6.1 metres

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Cross Reference Construction Details Anti-Sag Components Diagonal Rope Ties

Page 79 50 51

Vertical Restraints for Buildings with Bays Over 6.1m up to 9.0m

The double strut system is utilised on buildings with bays over 6.1m metres up to 9.0m. Max. Height X for vertically fixed cladding Buildings with bays over 9m Bays over 9.0m are possible with Multibeam sections, for vertical restraints consult Kingspan Technical Department. Where the cladding is clip fixed or fixed in such a way that the cladding can slip relative to the side rail face please contact Kingspan Technical Services Department.

Type of Cladding Insulated / composite Panels Metal single skin + 80mm glass fibre + metal liner

Max. Height X 10.0m 10.0m

Max cladding weight kN/m2 0.12 0.12

Max rail c/c m 2.0 2.0

Note: When wall exceeds 10m in height allow one set of diagonal ties for every 9.0m of height.

1/3 bay width

Kingspan Eaves Beam Max height x Tubular struts

Maker up

Multibeam cladding rails

Diagonal wire rope ties Minimum angle 30

Bay width over 6.1 to 9.0 metres Bays over 9.0m are possible for vertical restraints contact Kingspan Technical

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Multibeam Cladding Rails

Insulated Panel Laid Horizontal

The Multibeam cladding rail system can provide an effective and versatile method of support. Two basic systems are shown to cater for the individual nature of the cladding used. System 1 The G140/150 Horizontal Panel Vertical Support member can be used where a 140mm bearing face is required, i.e. at the vertical butt joint between composite panels. At all support positions where the composite panel is continuous, vertical Multichannels should be used. Where the horizontals are channels the vertical channels can be connected using Kingspan patented autoform connections see page 57. Location of verticals are determined by composite panel spanning capability and wind loading. Other support arrangements are shown on pages 86-88.

System 1

Horizontal Cladding
G140/150 Load Tables and Section Properties Span Up to 3.00m 3.50m 4.00m 4.50m Ultimate Pressure (kN) 23.44 19.66 16.73 14.33 Ultimate Suction (kN) 9.21 7.72 6.58 5.68 Deflection L/150 (kN) 9.10 6.69 5.12 4.05

In this configuration the bottom vertical members at intermediate connections must be the same width as the horizontal rails, and secured using a two bolt connection (see page 87).

X Y

Thickness Area Weight mm 1.50 cm2 5.10 kg/m 4.00

Ixx

Zxx

Zxx

Iyy

Zyy Rxx cm3 cm

Ryy cm

cm4 Pos cm3 Neg cm3 cm4 78.06 22.67

9.13 164.43 28.81 3.91 5.68

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Cross Reference Construction Details Heavy Duty Zed Spacer Horizontal Panel Vertical Support

Page 86, 87, 88 52 52

Horizontal Cladding (Twin Skin Liner Laid Vertically)

System 2
B B Kingspan Eaves Beam shown

Multibeam cladding rail

Heavy duty zed spacer

Adjustable diagonal tie A

For Tubular struts and Diagonal wires see pages 50/51.

Heavy duty zed spacer

Bay centres

System 2 A frequently specified form of construction is the built up system comprising profiled metal liner, glass fibre and profiled sheet. When the liner is laid vertically, restraint is supplied to the horizontal cladding rails which may then be designed using the published load tables. Vertical zed sections, spanning between the cladding rails, give the necessary space for insulation as well as a conventional fixing point for the horizontal sheeting. In this system the vertical zed spacer supports the horizontal cladding and consequently the wind load applied must be resisted. The heavy duty zed spacer may be specified for the conditions shown. As an alternative to the zed spacer as a vertical member, horizontal sheeting may be fastened to vertical Multibeams or Multichannels fixed between the cladding rails providing a variation to the above system.

Span of zed Dim A 1.3m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m Working loads kN/m
2

Spacing of zed Dim B 1.6m 1.7m 1.4m 1.1m 1.8m 1.5m 1.2m 1.0m 2.0m 1.4m 1.1m 0.9m

2.1m 1.7m 1.4m

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Multibeam Eaves Beams

Identification
Multibeam Eaves Beams are manufactured from high yield pregalvanised steel minimum yield Z39 and are available in lengths up to 16 metres (longer lengths by arrangement). The system incorporates a full range of cleats, brackets and struts providing solutions for all eaves conditions. The economy and practicality of the Kingspan Eaves Beam System complements the Multibeam Purlin, Rail and Multichannel Systems providing a complete cladding support system. The Multibeam Eaves Beam system safely accommodates the increasing choice of modern roof and wall cladding systems to requirements BS5950:Part 5:1998.

Scope
The Multibeam Eaves Beam system has been specifically designed to be fully compatible with all types of cladding utilised in modern building construction. It can be used for internal or external gutter arrangements, on buildings with bays up to 12 metres and roof slopes from 10 to +30. Please contact Technical Support for further details if roofslope is in range 5 to 10.

Material Specification
Multibeam Eaves Beams are manufactured by Kingspan Insulated Roof & Wall Systems from hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side. Design criteria is only valid providing Eaves Beams are fitted exactly as indicated in this handbook.

Features & Benefits

Variable angled top flange For positive sheeting connection to any roof slope from -10 to +30 Versatile design Suitable for internal or external gutter arrangements. Galvanised finished No additional finishing required. Simple connections For quick and easy site assembly. Inset web profile For flush fixing of all cladding systems. Economical Efficient cold formed sections. Variable cleat length Allows easy stooling to any dimensions. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency. Pre-punched holes All Eaves Beam holes are 18mm diameter.

Applications
Commercial, Industrial and Agricultural Buildings The Kingspan Multibeam Eaves Beam System may be utilised in all steel, concrete and timber framed buildings to complement the Kingspan Multibeam Purlin and Rail Systems. See pages 73/74 for construction details.

Boundary wall

Section Range

Parapet

2.45 mm 1.73 mm 1.73 mm 1.63 mm

E265/200 E265/150 265mm x 93mm 265mm x 93mm

E215/170 215mm x 93mm

E185/140 185mm x 93mm

External Gutter

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Cross Reference

Page

Construction Details 73, 74, 75 Fixing Brackets 53, 54 See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Restraint
The three layouts shown cover bays up to 6.1m (Strut at mid-span), 6.1m - 9.5m (Struts at 1/3 points) and 9.5m - 12.0m (Struts at 1/4 points).

Bays up to 6.1m Strut at mid span

Bays over 6.1 - 9.5m Strut at 1/3 points

Bays over 9.5 - 12.0m Strut at 1/4 points

Load Tables Ultimate load capacities can be found in the separate booklet contained in the back of this handbook.

Typical fixing arrangement at main stanchion

Variable Flange Multibeam Eaves Beams have a variable angle top flange to suit roofslopes shown.
85

Angle A -10 to +30 Section Depth

Holes 18 Dia.

93

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Multibeam Valley Beams

Identification
A range of beam members which can be utilised economically to replace hot-rolled sections. Lighter than their equivalent hot-rolled members Multibeam Valley Beams are manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. Valley Beams are pre-engineered to fit steel frame buildings with bay sizes up to 8 metres.

Section Range
H175 H205

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175 65 205

Features & Benefits

Lightweight Compared with hot rolled equivalents. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency. Pre-engineered For easy connection and installation. Efficient Unique shape, no waste material. High strength to weight ratio. Galvanised finished No additional finishing required. Appearance Consistent with Purlins and Rails. Economy More economical than hot rolled alternatives. Restraints Mid-span stays increase the permissible axial compression load which the member will accommodate and should be used where necessary for stability. We recommend that the first purlin is stabilised at mid-span.
120 120

Design Considerations
End Connections The capacities of the end connection to the Multibeam section are shown in the separate Properties & Load Tables Booklet.

Scope
Multibeam Valley Beams have been specially designed to be fully compatible with all types of modern building construction.

Applications

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Multibeam Cleader Angles

Cross Reference Valley Beam Construction Details Valley Beam Dimensions Cleader Hip Details Cleader Verge Details

Page 72 55 71 92

Identification
Multibeam Cleader Angles are designed to complement the Multibeam Cladding Rail Systems. Two sections are available; a structural member to accommodate wind loadings when used as a verge sheeting rail and a non structural member for use when only a cladding fixing point is required. Both sections are supplied in standard 4 metre lengths and can be fitted to the top or bottom flange of the purlins. The larger section can be supplied prepunched and cut to length if required.

Applications
Multibeam cleader angles are also suitable for use on hips verges etc., where cladding support is required.

Material Specification
Kingspan Cleader Angles are manufactured for hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side.

Features & Benefits

Pre-galvanised No additional painting or finishing required. Lightweight Easy to handle and erect. Pre-engineered Structural cleaders can be supplied pre-punched and cut to length for easy site assembly. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency.

Section Sizes
Note: Cleader angles are supplied in standard 4m lengths

Scope
Kingspan Multibeam Cleader Angles are available in two types and are supplied in standard 4 metre lengths. Alternatively the 70 x 70mm section can be cut and punched to order. It can be used at the verge position of a gable, at the top of a fascia or along hip details

t=2.7mm 70x70mm t=2.0mm 45x45mm B V Y U

X B

Properties of Cleader Angles Section (B) 70x70 45x45 Mass Kg/m 3.02 1.33 Area Cm2 3.84 1.70 Ixx/Iyy Cm4 18.83 3.44 Ivv Cm4 7.53 1.38 Iuu Cm3 30.13 5.90 Zxx/Zyy Cm3 3.56 1.02 Zvv Cm3 2.94 0.84 Zuu Cm3 6.04 1.80 Rxx/Ryy Cm 2.21 1.42 Rvv Cm 1.40 0.88 Ruu Cm 2.80 1.81

Wind Loading Tables (Working Loads) Maximum horizontal wind loading which can be carried by the Kingspan 70x70x2.7m cleader angle. Span between Purlins Maximum U.D.L. (Wind) 1.0m 2.7kN 1.2m 2.27kN 1.4m 1.95kN 1.6m 1.70kN 1.8m 1.51kN 2.0m 1.36kN

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Multichannel System

Identification
The Multichannel range of galvanised pre-engineered structural channel sections is cold roll formed and can be used in a variety of construction applications as a substitute for conventional hot rolled sections or to complement Multibeam Purlin and Rail Systems. Multichannels offer lightweight construction, allowing site assembly without the use of craneage which would normally be required with traditional hot rolled steel sections. Pre-engineered end connections reduce component count and simplify detailing. Multichannel sections are cold formed and can be used in a variety of construction applications. Stated capacities comply with the requirement of BS5950: Part 5:1998.

Scope
Suitable for a wide range of structural applications where a channel section is required, including door and window trimmers, wind bracing, mezzanine floors, brickwork restraints and stairs, gable rafters and columns. Multichannels can be used singly or compounded to form a joist section. End connections include Autoform ends, hot rolled and cold rolled cleats options. The Kingspan Multichannel design software can be used to design the connections. AUTOFORM End Detail Automatically formed end connections together with pre-punched holes for simple and economical on-site construction and detailing.

Features & Benefits

Pre-galvanised No additional finishing or painting required. Wide range of sizes and gauges Pre-punched counter formed holes For flush finished applications. Autoform end connections No cleats required. Automatically notched More versatile end connections. Lighter and more efficient Compared to equivalent hot rolled sections. Manufactured from high yield steel Superior performance and efficiency.

Load Tables & Structural Properties

Section properties for Multichannel can be found in a separate Properties & Load Tables Booklet at the back of this handbook.

Section Range
P350 P300 P270

Autoform End Details

P250 P220 Gauge Options 3.2mm 2.7mm 2.4mm 1.8mm 2.4mm 2.0mm 2.7mm P205 P175 P145 1.6mm 1.8mm 2.4mm

Flange 95mm

1.6mm 1.8mm 2.4mm

P70 1.5mm 2.0mm 1.5 mm

Flange 70mm 95mm

Flange 95mm

Flange 70mm

Flange 70mm

Flange 65mm

Flange 65mm

Flange 65mm

Flange 50mm

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Cross Reference

Page

Section Dimensions 56 57 Autoform Ends See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Applications
Cladding Rails Multichannels can be used as a substitute for Multibeam cladding rails where required as the range of depths are compatible. See page 86. Mezzanine Floors Multichannels can be used for primary or secondary floor beams in mezzanine floor applications. They can also be used singly or compounded to form columns and used as stair rails and treads providing a completely preengineered mezzanine floor package. See pages 94/95. Brickwork Restraints The Multichannel Brickwork restraint provides an efficient method of restraining brickwork panels in steel framed buildings. Compared with hot rolled alternatives it is easier to handle on site due to its light weight and requires no additional finishing. See page 89. Door and Window Framing/Trimmers Multichannels are available in the same depths as Multibeam rails and can be pre-punched with counterformed holes making door and window framing easy. See pages 82/83.

Wind Bracing Multichannel pre-engineered Wind Bracing can be used as a cost effective alternative to hot rolled sections in roof or wall applications. Cross Bracing or K Bracing Options are available. See page 89. Columns Multichannels can be used singularly or compounded as gable posts or columns. The Multichannel design software can be utilised for column design and a range of pre-fabricated base cleats are available for this application See page 97.

Material Specification
All Multichannel sections are manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side. Multichannel sections are produced at our manufacturing plant at Sherburn using the latest cold forming techniques. Multichannels can also be supplied in heavy duty galvanised steel, depending on volume required, contact Kingspan for availability.

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Multichannel Floor Beam

Section Range
P250 P220 P205 P175 Gauge 1.8mm Options 2.4mm P145 2.0mm 2.7mm 1.6mm 1.8mm 2.4mm

Applications
Multichannel Floor Beams can be fitted between steel or over steel supports either with or without cleats. Full design information is provided on all three systems see page 94 or the Kingspan Toolkit CD.

Scope
Multichannel Mezzanine floor beams can be utilised with all popular types of flooring including checkerplate, timber etc. Multichannel can be used as primary Mezzanine floor support beams, either as single or compound form. Consult Kingspan Technical Department for details.

1.6mm 1.8mm 2.4mm

1.5mm 2.0mm

Flange 70mm

Flange 70mm

Flange 65mm

Flange 65mm

Flange 65mm

Identification
Multichannels are ideal for use as primary beams in mezzanine floors either singly or compounded. They are also ideal as secondary floor beams fixed over or between the primary steel beams where automatic notching and end connections offer significant cost and time savings.

Features & Benefits

Complete pre-engineered floor system Simplifies connections. Galvanised Requires no additional finishing. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency. Autoform End detail For economical construction eliminating cleats. Comprehensive hole options Easy to detail. Design software Quick and accurate specification Farmways, Stokesley, N. Yorkshire. Fabricator: Eric Bradley, Etton

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Cross Reference

Page

Construction Details 94, 95 57 Autoform Ends See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Design Considerations
Multichannel floor beams can be fitted over support steelwork with, or without cleats or between steelwork as required. Fitting over steelwork gives economy of double span members but increases depth of the floor structure.

Material Specification
All Multichannel sections are manufactured from hot hip galvanised steel BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side.

Restraints
Screwed rod ties should be fitted mid-span as illustrated. Multichannel Mezzanine floor beams must be fitted toe to toe.

Load Tables & Structural Properties

Section properties for Multichannel can be found in a separate Properties & Load Tables booklet at the back of this handbook.

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Multichannel Brickwork Restraint

Identification
The Multibeam Brickwork Restraint has been developed to accommodate standard brick and block sizes used in construction today.

Section Range

Features & Benefits

Pre-engineered Purpose designed efficient product. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency. Economy More economical than hot rolled alternatives. Lightweight Compared with hot rolled equivalents. Galvanised No additional finishing required. Efficient Purpose designed product.

175 x 65mm

205 x 65mm

220 x 70mm

Applications
Multichannels can be used either singly or compounded as a cost effective brickwork restraint. Full design data is provided in the design supplement at the back of this handbook. AUTOFORM In

AUTOFORM Out

Scope
Multichannel brickwork restraints suit 100mm and 140mm block/brickwork walls and are available in lengths up to 9m either as a single or compound section. Attachment to the brickwork can be: Rawlbolts, or similar, threaded rods built into the wall, flat strapped brick restraints built into the brickwork.

Material Specification
Multichannel brickwork restraints are manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side. Multichannel brickwork restraints can also be supplied in black steel or heavy duty galvanised steel depending on volume required, contact Kingspan for availability.

Load Tables & Structural Properties

Section properties for Multichannel can be found in a separate Properties & Load Tables booklet at the back of this handbook.

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Multichannel Wind Bracing

Cross Reference

Page

Construction Details 89 Brickwork Restraints Construction Details 89 Wind Bracing 57 Autoform Ends See separate booklet for Section Properties & Load Tables

Identification
Multichannels can be used as cross bracing or K bracing in all types of steel frame buildings.

Section Range

Features & Benefits

Pre-galvanised Requiring no additional finishing. Pre-engineered Supplied to site ready for erection. No additional work required. High yield steel Superior performance and efficiency.

Scope
The Multichannel Bracing system can be used for wind bracing in both roofs and walls of steel framed buildings. The system can also be used in a variety of other bracing applications, eg. Mezzanine floors etc.

Material Specification
Multichannel sections are manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel to BS EN 10326:2004 and BS EN 10143:1993 'specifications for continuously hot dip zinc/metal coated structural steel strip'. The minimum grade of steel used is S390GD, with Z275 zinc coating, giving an average coating thickness of 0.02mm to each side. Multibeam and Multichannel Sections are produced at our manufacturing plant at Sherburn using the latest cold forming techniques.

175 x 65mm Single or Double members

Design Considerations
Compound sections should be bolted back to back at minimum of third points with M12 bolts.

Load Tables & Structural Properties

Section properties for Multichannel can be found in a separate Properties & Load Tables booklet at the back of this handbook.

Multichannel Fascia Posts

Design software available for Compound Multichannel Fascia Posts. (See page 93 for typical application detail)

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