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GYPSUM-FIBER ROOF BOARD
High-performance gypsum-fiber roof board for use in low-slope commercial roofing systems
• Exceptional bond and low absorption in adhered systems
• Moisture- and mold-resistant
• Excellent wind-uplift performance
• Manufactured from 97% recycled material

DESCRIPTION USG Securock® Brand Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board is a high-performance roof board for use in low-
slope roofing systems. Its unique fiber-reinforced, uniform composition gives the panel strength
and water resistance through to the core. USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board provides
exceptional bond and low absorption in adhered systems and, with uniform composition, achieves
high wind-uplift ratings with no risk of facer delamination. Made from 97% recycled material, USG
Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board combines superior performance with sustainable design for
all types of roofing systems, including single-ply, fluid-applied, built-up, spray foam, metal and
modified bitumen roofing.

ADVANTAGES Exceptional Strength: Engineered to provide superior wind-uplift performance for a wide variety
of roof assemblies. USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board has uniform composition providing
enhanced bond strength of membrane systems with no risk of facer delamination.
Fire Performance: Provides excellent fire performance and demonstrates exceptional surface
burning characteristics [ASTM E84 (CAN/ULC-S102) Flame Spread 5, Smoke Developed 0].
Moisture and Mold: Uniform water-resistant core ensures excellent moisture and mold resistance.
Scored a maximum "10" for mold resistance on ASTM D3273.
Versatile: Can be used as a component in single-ply, fluid-applied, built-up, spray foam, metal and
modified bitumen roofing.
Sustainability: Made from 97% recycled materials and has earned independent certification from
Scientific Certification Systems for this achievement.

LIMITATIONS • USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board is engineered to perform within a properly designed
roof system. The use of USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board as a roofing component is the
responsibility of the design professional.
• Consult roofing manufacturers for specific instructions on the application of their products to
USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board.
• Weather conditions, dew, application temperature, installation techniques and moisture drive
can have adverse effects on the performance of the roof system and are beyond the control
of USG.
• Keep USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board panels dry before, during and after installation.
USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board should not be installed during rain, heavy fog and any
other conditions that deposit moisture on the surface of the board. Apply only as much USG
Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board that can be covered by final roof membrane system in the
same day. Avoid exposure to moisture from leaks or condensation.
• For reroof or re-cover applications, existing roofing system must be dry throughout prior to
application of USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board.
• Plastic or poly packaging applied at the plant to protect board during rail or other transit should
be removed upon receipt to prevent condensation or trapping of moisture, which may cause
application problems.
• USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board should be stored flat and off the ground with
protection from the weather. If stored outdoors, a breathable waterproof covering should
be used.
• When applying solvent-based adhesives or primers, allow sufficient time for the solvent to
evaporate to avoid damage to roofing components.
 LIMITATIONS CONT. • USG allows the bonding of cold mastic-modified bitumen and torching directly to the surface.
Consult with the system manufacturer for recommendations on this application.
• USG recommends maximum asphalt application temperature for Type III asphalt of 455°F
when using USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board. Application temperatures above these
recommended temperatures may adversely affect roof system performance.

INSTALLATION • Refer to roof system manufacturer's written instructions, local code requirements and Factory
Mutual Global (FMG) and/or Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements for proper installation
techniques.
• Use fasteners specified in accordance with above requirements. Install approved fasteners
with plates into the USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board, flush with the surface. Fasteners
should be installed in strict compliance with the roof system manufacturer’s installation
recommendations and FMG Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-29. Proper fastener spacing is
essential to achieve wind-uplift performance.
• Locate edge joints on, and parallel to, deck ribs. Stagger end joints of adjacent lengths of USG
Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board. Butt board edges and ends loosely in typical installations.
• Butt board edges and ends loosely (minimum 1/16" gap on all edges) in typical installations.
This gap may need to be larger depending on factors like the roof deck's size, membrane color,
ultimate deck surface temperature and time of year the roof assembly is installed. Installations
during temperatures below 50°F may require larger spacing. Please refer to USG's published
physical properties below to calculate the actual gap needed for your specific project for all
thicknesses.
• Roof boards should never be installed frozen.
• See product data table below for maximum flute span when panels are applied directly over
metal decking.
• For vertical parapet applications, only 1/2" or 5/8" panels should be used. Maximum framing
spacing is 24" o.c.

FIRE PERFORMANCE • UL Classified as to Surface Burning Characteristics and Noncombustibility in accordance with
ASTM E84 (CAN/ULC-S102).
— Flame Spread 5 and Smoke Developed 0
• 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 5/8" thickness—Class A in accordance with UL790 (CAN/ULC-S107).
See the UL Building Materials Directory for more information.
• 5/8" thickness—Meets requirements of Type X per ASTM C1278 and may be used in P series
designs as a thermal barrier.

SYSTEM PERFORMANCE • FM Approved

— Complies with requirements of FM 4450 and FM 4470
— Meets FM Class 1

STANDARDS COMPLIANCE USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board is manufactured to conform to ASTM C1278, “Standard
Specification for Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Panel.”
 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES 1/4" (6.6 mm) 3/8" (9.5 mm) 1/2" (12.7 mm) 5/8" (15.9 mm)

Width, standard 4' (1220 mm) 4' (1220 mm) 4' (1220 mm) 4' (1220 mm)
Length, standard 4' (1220 mm) and 4' (1220 mm) and 4' (1220 mm) and 4' (1220 mm) and
8' (2440 mm) 8' (2440 mm) 8' (2440 mm) 8' (2440 mm)
Pieces per unit for 4' x 8' sheets 50 40 30 24
Weight, nominal lbs./unit, 4' x 8' sheet 2,575 2,575 2,725 2,525
Weight, nominal lbs./sq. ft. 1.57 1.96 2.76 3.20
Flexural strength, parallel, lbs. min., 40 70 110 161
per ASTM C473

Compressive strength, psi nominal 1800 1800 1800 1800

Flute spanability per ASTM E661 2-5/8" 5" 8" 10"
Permeance, perms, per ASTM E96 30 26 26 24
R Value per ASTM C518 0.2 0.3 0.5 0.6
Coefficient of thermal expansion, 8.0 x 10 -6
8.0 x 10 -6
8.0 x 10 -6
8.0 x 10 -6
inches/inch • °F, per ASTM E831

Linear variation with change in moisture, 8.0 x 10 -6 8.0 x 10 -6 8.0 x 10 -6 8.0 x 10 -6

inches/inch • % RH, per ASTM D1037

Water absorption, % max, per ASTM C473 10 10 10 10

Surface water absorption, nominal grams, 1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6
per ASTM C473

Mold resistance per ASTM D3273* 10 10 10 10

Bending radius 25' 25' 25' 30'

*ASTM D3273 Mold Resistance Testing: In independent lab tests conducted on USG Securock Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board and
USG Securock Glass-Mat Roof Board at the time of manufacture per ASTM D3273 Standard Test Method for Resistance to Growth
of Mold on the Surface of Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber, both panels scored a 10. The ASTM lab test may not
accurately represent the mold performance of building materials in actual use. Given unsuitable project conditions during
storage, installation or after completion, any building material can be overwhelmed by mold. To manage the growth of mold, the
best and most cost-effective strategy is to protect building products from water exposure during storage and installation and
after completion of the building. This can be accomplished by using good design and construction practices.

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WARNING
Dust can contain silica. Prolonged and repeated breathing
of silica dust can cause lung damage and cancer. If cutting
with a power tool, use a wet or vacuum saw to reduce
the amount of dust generated. Dust can be corrosive to
eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Contact can cause severe
chemical burns. Wear eye, skin and respiratory protection.
If eye contact occurs, flush immediately with water for
30 minutes. If ingested, call a physician.
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NOTE
Products described here may not be available in all
geographic markets. Consult your USG Company sales
office or representative for information.

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damages, directly or indirectly sustained, nor for any loss
caused by application of these goods not in accordance with
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Fastener Patterns

Securock High-Performance ®

Roof Boards

Proper fastener spacing is critical to achieve wind-uplift performance.

Always use fasteners specified in accordance with Factory Mutual Global
(FMG) requirements and the roof membrane manufacturer’s written
recommendations. Fasteners should be installed in compliance with
the roof manufacturer’s installation recommendations and FMG Loss
Prevention Data Sheet 1-29.

4' x 4' 4 Fasteners 5 Fasteners 6 Fasteners

Roof Board
24" 24"
12" 24" 12" 6" 18" 18" 6" 6" 6"

6" 6" 12"

12"
18"
24"
18"
12" 12"
6" 6"

8 Fasteners 9 Fasteners 11 Fasteners

24" 24"
6" 6" 6" 18" 18" 6" 6" 18" 18" 6"

6" 12" 6" 6"

12"
18"
12"
6"
18" 12"
12" 6"
6" 6"

12 Fasteners 14 Fasteners 16 Fasteners

6" 18" 18" 6" 6" 12" 12" 12" 6" 6" 12" 12" 12" 6"

6" 6" 6"

12" 12" 12"

12" 12" 12"

6"
12" 12" 12"
6" 6" 6"
Fastener Patterns

See attached for

engineering
recommendation

4' x 8' 8 Fasteners 10 Fasteners 12 Fasteners

Roof Board 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 18" 18" 6"

12" 12" 12"

24" 24" 24"

24" 24" 24"

24" 24" 24"

12" 12" 12"

15 Fasteners 16 Fasteners

6" 18" 18" 6" 24" 24"

6" 6"

12"
6"
12"
18"
24"

18"

24"
6"
18"

18" 24"

12" 12"
6"

24 Fasteners 32 Fasteners

6" 18" 18" 6" 6" 12" 12" 12" 6"

6" 6"
12" 12"

12" 12"

12" 12"

12" 12"

12" 12"

12" 12"

12" 12"
6" 6"

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Barry, Brendan

From: Larry Skelton <[email protected]>

Sent: Tuesday, December 22, 2015 7:24 AM
To: Barry, Brendan
Cc: Lee Harrison; Ruth, Phillip
Subject: RE: USG Securock Roof Board Analysis

Brendan‐ 
Some of those fastening patterns are pretty heavy looking. 
We have a very heavy gage deck on the roof, so the panels don’t need heavy spacing. (12) #12 screws per 4x8 sheet 
will be fine. The screws just have to be long enough to get the ‘poke through’. 
Let me know if this was enough information 
33psf uplift 
#12 screw ult tension 560 / 5. 
 
Larry 
 
 
Larry Skelton PE, SE
Director of Engineering
Axiom PLLC
4609 South 2300 East Suite 202
Holladay Park Plaza
Holladay, UT
84117-4527
(208) 639-4520 x4522
Main Office
121 N 9th Street Suite 401
Boise, ID 83702
(702) 281-0692 Mobile
[email protected]
 
 
From: Barry, Brendan [mailto:[email protected]]  
Sent: Thursday, December 10, 2015 7:40 PM 
To: Larry Skelton <[email protected]> 
Cc: Lee Harrison <[email protected]>; Ruth, Phillip <[email protected]> 
Subject: USG Securock Roof Board Analysis 
 
Larry: 
 
I’m trying to build the substrate submittal for the PKG and have been told by USG that I need an engineer to tell me 
the fastener spacing for the substrate.  Since you already have all the data (metal decking, wind load requirements, 
etc…) can you take a look at this information and tell me what my fastener spacing should be?  We will be using 4’ x 
8’ x 5/8”. 
 
I also need to determine the size of fastener to use.  I’ve attached the data required for that as well.  The minimum 
fastener size we’re comfortable with is 1 5/8”.  This allows for 5/8” thick substrate material and the required ¾” 
poke through.  It’s also the shortest fastener Powers makes for this application. 
 
Thanks a lot. 
 
‐ Brendan