Knauf, UK manufacturer of lightweight building materials and systems, says that clients, installers and stockists alike will benefit from its new Plasterboard range, which offers a wider range of performance options from a smaller number of board types. Knauf has also launched two products for demanding commercial applications: Knauf Performance Plus and Knauf Soundshield Plus.<br> <br> Where specifications require a level of sound, fire, moisture, vapour or impact resistance over and above standard plasterboard, then Knauf's Panel product groups will provide the answer, the company claims.<br> <br> Knauf Moisture Panel, formerly known as Moistureshield, is now also available in 15mm, as well as 12.5mm. Where fire performance is required, Knauf Fire Panel – formerly Fireshield – can give 60 minutes' fire resistance from a single 15mm layer and 120 minutes from two layers of 12.5mm boards.<br> <br> Knauf Vapour Panel – previously Vapourshield – has a metalised polyester foil laminated to the back face to create an effective vapour barrier for lining external walls. Where severe duty is required, Knauf says that the 15mm Knauf Impact Panel is the answer with its tough dense core.<br> <br> Developed to meet Approved Document E in residential applications, the 12.5mm Knauf Sound Panel …