A: The side with the labeling is the top side for roof deck applications.

A: It is typical carpentry tools which you can find on Recommended Tools Sheet (SCP96).

For a list of the fasteners recommended with USG Structural Panels, reference our Recommended Fasteners Sheet (SCP95).

A: Review the installation guide — https://www.usg.com/content/dam/USG_Marketing_Communications/united_states/product_promotional_materials/finished_assets/usg-structural-panel-concrete-roof-deck-field-installation-guidelines-en-SCP43.pdf

A: USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels can be supported by 18 ga. (43 mil.) or higher Cold-Formed Steel framing, SPF lumber, or Hot-Rolled Steel framing.

Typical span:

• Subfloor: 12", 16", 24"
• Roof Deck: 12", 16", 24", 32"*, 48"*

*Refer to page 4, http://www.PER14076.com for proper blocking instructions.

• Product Evaluation: http://www.PER14076.com
• Assembly Evaluation: http://www.AER17108.com

A: USG Structural Panels are:

• 3/4" thick
• 4' x 8'; 4' x 6'; 4' x 6'-8" panels^A
• Pallet: 20 panels^B
• Edge: T&G^C

1. Panels can be custom cut
2. Can be requested to have 10 panels per pallet.
3. Can also be Square Edge if requested.

A: No. USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are the only UL-certified noncombustible cementitious panel in North America. USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels offer the simplest 2-hour floor/ceiling fire assembly which saves time and money.

A: No, joint finishing is typically required for USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels when used in a subfloor application.

A: USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are compliant with the 2012, 2015 and 2018 IBC.

A: USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are a portfolio of three products for subfloors, roof decks and foundation walls. These cured-in-factory 3/4" panels are high-strength, fiberglass reinforced concrete panels for use in noncombustible construction. The panels are certified noncombustible by Underwriters Laboratories Inc (UL) in accordance with the current version of ASTM E136. Taking the place of traditional poured concrete and metal deck in cold-formed steel framing, USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are a lighter and easier solution, requiring only the basic carpentry tools for installation.

Yes, static shear wall capacities available in Product Evaluation Report PER-13067 (www.PER13067.com).

A. Yes. We have the simplest 2-hour assemblies G556 and H505 with one layer of drywall (ULIX). We have the most comprehensive testing database of any panel for different assemblies, which can be found at: www.USGStructuralUL.com

A: The carpenter typically leads the installation of STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels, which allows you to eliminate the many trades needed to pour concrete.

A: STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are for subfloor applications, typically used in midrise buildings, health facilities, theaters, hotels, residential buildings and homes, multipurpose midrise buildings, panelized construction or in simple platforms or mezzanines. It is also used as the lightweight floor in permanent modular construction.

STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Roof Deck Panels are for roof deck applications, can be used for commercial low-slope or residential sloped roofing, balconies, and canopies. To see more information on what can be applied to STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Roof Deck Panels, reference High Performance Roof Applications (SCP68).

STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Xtra Strength Panels are for foundation wall applications, can be used for foundation renovation or new building foundation construction, full-height basements, storm shelters, crawl space, and cellars.

A: View USGStructuralVideos.com for Project Profiles on just a few of the projects that have used STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels.

USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are:

• Lighter – less weight, less overall structural material
• Faster – no wait for curing, fewer trades (carpenters can install USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels), greater schedule flexibility, faster time to open
• Lower risk – no moisture uncertainty, cured so there is no excessive free water
• Lower total installed cost – fewer trades, less material, less equipment, faster time to open

A: USG STRUCTO-CRETE® Brand Structural Panels are easy to install (lay, fasten, finish), and only requires a single trade. Unlike poured concrete, it can be installed in any weather, and it eliminates the wait to cure and dry. Other trades (e.g. mechanical and electrical) can begin work sooner. Schedule compression leads to lower project cost and faster time to open.