USG Plank and Large Panel Stabilizer Bars - Manual (Page 2)

2 Application Guide Plank and Large Panel Stabilizer Bars
Features and Benefits – Versatile engineered stabilizer designs provide support, security and accessibility.
– Factory-engineered solutions provide system rigidity in large module applications and offers quick installation
reducing field labor time.
– Available in numerous dimensions to facilitate fast delivery.
– Durable galvanized steel construction.
– Accessible stabilizer bars feature factory-engineered capture tabs prevent panel detachment and lip out.
– Accessible stabilizer bars feature adjustable stab tabs secure bars onto the panel.
– Accessible stabilizer bars feature bulb tabs hook over the grid to prevent detachment, maintain lateral
alignment and provide access.
Applications – All interior general use areas
Guidelines – A large panel is considered any panel that is equal to or longer than 5 feet and/or wider than 30 inches.
– In large modules requiring secondary stabilization, the stabilizer bar is acting as a cross tee.
– If panel length is ≥ 60 inches then one stabilizer is required at midpoint.
– If panel length is ≥ 96 inches then two stabilizer bars are required at the 1/3 and 2/3 points.
– Cross tees ≥ 96 inches used in large modules shall have hanger wires installed min. 4ft. oc.
– Plank and large metal panels requiring secondary stabilization shall use standard or locking stabilizer bars.
– Hanger wire spacing surrounding plank and large panels weighing more than 2lbs./SF such as wood panels
shall not exceed 4ft. oc.
Introduction
Stabilizer Bars