Dincel Wall - Construction Manual - 2023

Construction
Manual
VERSION 03.2023
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CONTENTS
DINCEL CONSTRUCTION MANUAL 2023
Overview Pg 5 TECHNICAL DETAILING FOR

A1.
A2.
About Dincel
System Details
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07
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS Pg 99
A3. Components 11 E1. Structural Design Methods 100
A4. Universal Accessories 23 E2. Single Reinforcement 103
E3. Double Reinforcement 106

Specification & Detailing Pg 25 E4. Other Reinforcement Detailing 110
B1. Incorporation into Plans 26 E5. Determining FRP 118
B2. Waterproofing 28
E6. Bracing 119
B3. Basement Walls 29
B4. Facade Walls 34 E7. Earthquake Resistance 120
B5. Internal Walls 38 E8. Joints 121

B6. Core Walls (Lift, Stair & Shaft) 40 E9. Crack Control Mechanism 122
B7. Retaining Walls 43
B8. Balustrades 46 Installation Pg 125
B9. Warehouse & Factory 47
F1. Ordering 124
B10. Tanks & Pits 50
F2. Transport 124
B11. Pools 51
B12. Channels 52 F3. Unloading & Storage 125
B13. Fences 53 F4. Tools 126
B14. Curved Walls 53
F5. Safety 129
B15. Windows 55
F6. Pre-Planning 130
B16. Fire Doors 57
B17. Services 58 F7. Typical Installation Process 133
B18. Penetrations 59 F8. Wall Splicing 140

B19. Joints 61 F9. Inserting Ties or U-Bars 144
B20. Concrete Mix Design 61
F10. Connection to Slab or Landing 145
B21. Dincel Wall Junctions 62
F11. Bracing 146
Finishing Pg 65 F12. Concreting 151
C1. Bare 64 F13. Patching 155
C2. Paint 64 F14. Cleaning 155

C3. Render 64 F15. Installer Check List 155
C4. Plasterboard 67
C5. Cladding, Tiling & Other 69
C6. Wall Terminations 71 Construction Manual
Waterproof Addendum Pg 159
Compliance & Performance Pg 75 G1. Overview 160
D1. Compliance Summary 74
G2. Basement Slabs with Falls 162
D2. Fire Compliance 77
D3. Acoustic 81 G3. Basement Walls with Multiple Basement
D4. Waterproofing 83 Floors - Below Finished Ground Level 164
D5. Concrete Curing 84 G4. Extending Basement Walls Below Ground 165
D6. Thermal 85 G5. Dincel Waterstop (DWS) 167
D7. Environment & Health 86
G6. Basement Details 168
D8. Termite Resistance 90
G7. Concrete 171
D9. Durability 92
D10. Formwork 95 G8. Panel Splice Bandaging 174
OVERVIEW
CONTENTS
A1.
About Dincel 06
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A2. System Details 07

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A3. Components 11
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A4. Universal Accessories 23
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A. OVERVIEW 5
A.1. ABOUT DINCEL
Dincel is an Australian owned and Australian manufactured As a qualified and registered structural engineer, Burak Dincel
product. the owner and founder of the Dincel Construction System
The Dincel Group was founded in 1989 as Dincel & Associates Group, knew too well about all the challenges associated with
Consulting Engineers. The group originally specialised in speed of construction, concrete cancer, handleability onsite
structural and design engineering working across both and durability of both multistorey superstructures, as well as
commercial and residential markets. low rise commercial buildings and residential homes.
In 2006 Dincel Structural Walling was created. The years Today, use and acceptance of Dincel products in the
preceding 2006 were spent researching and developing the marketplace both locally and internationally is growing rapidly,
original PVC based permanent formwork system, refining the with Dincel being used across commercial, residential and civil
initial concept, demonstrating compliance with Australian markets in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji.
NCC and finally internationally patenting what is now Dincel
Structural Walling.
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A.2. SYSTEM DETAILS
Dincel 110 Dincel 155 Dincel 200 Dincel 275
A.2.1 THE DINCEL SYSTEM • inimises the amount of the waterproofing products
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required and the labour to apply them.
Dincel Structural Walling is a permanent polymer formwork
system for concrete walling. It can be used to construct a wide • inimises rectification works – the durable waterproof
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range of concrete walls: such as basement walls, intertenancy skin prevents corrosion of steel reinforcement and
(party) walls, core (lift and stair) walls, retaining walls, façade therefore minimises the risk of concrete spalling
walls, balustrades, columns, tanks, pools, sea walls, irrigation (concrete cancer).
walls, curved walls, planter boxes and much more.
Crack Control Technology
The polymer formwork stays in place after the concrete is The system contains a unique crack inducing technology which:
poured (the formwork is not stripped afterwards), thereby
providing the wall with a waterproof and durable skin. This skin • liminates requirement for crack control steel
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protects the concrete and steel reinforcement which increases reinforcement within the wall. When steel reinforcement
the lifespan of the walls compared to conventional concrete is required for structural purposes it can easily be
and masonry structures. inserted and held into place with the panel’s webs or
accessories.
The Dincel material uses a proprietary PVC which does not
use plasticisers or heavy metal stabilisers but rather organic • liminates requirement for crack control vertical joints -
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stabilisers. This allows Dincel to be a certified non-toxic product leading to reduced finishing and caulking requirements.
and attain Best Environmental Practice (BEP) certification. Our However, Dincel recommends incorporating the joints of
unique PVC formulation also offers superior fire properties, the suspended concrete slabs in the walls (please refer
smoke properties and UV resistance. to the project structural engineers’ details).
Elaborate Concrete Wall Shapes

A.2.2. DINCEL FEATURES AND BENEFITS Curved Dincel walls are easily achieved through the use of
Speed accessories. In addition, the flexibility of the system means
The patented ‘snapping’ vertical connection of Dincel panels that profiles can be manipulated and cut in order to achieve the
means the formwork can be installed at an incredible rate of desired shape, such as a slope at the top of the wall (please refer
25m² / 2 people / hour, even by non-skilled labour. to the installation section of this manual for more information).
Handleability Synergies Onsite

Each 3m long panel only weighs 13kg (for the 200mm profile), Builders and formworkers can enjoy the following inherent
meaning that no crane is required. benefits of the Dincel system:
• rofiles can be installed to be 1.2 metres above the deck

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Waterproof Skin
height in order to act as temporary edge protection,
The ‘stay in place’ polymer formwork provides a permanent
eliminating safety hand rails.
waterproof skin to the concrete wall, meaning a Dincel wall does
not require further waterproofing other than the wall junctions • eck edge boards for floor slabs can be eliminated by
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(please refer to the waterproofing section of this manual for simply removing the Dincel skin on one side only.
more information). This:
• Minimal bracing required.
• aximises land usage by building right up to the
M • Installation of Dincel walls are not affected by wet
boundary (over excavations is usually required for weather conditions.
waterproofing purposes).
A. OVERVIEW 7
A.2.3 APPLICATIONS
Basement Walls Shear Walls (Stair and Lift Shafts)
Façade Walls Planter Boxes
Party/Intertenancy Walls Tanks and Pool Walls
Columns Curved Walls

A.2.4.SEGMENTS – BUILDING
Residential Multi-Residential Aged Care
Education Garage, Carport and Fire Shelters Health Care
Office Warehouse & Manufacturing Retail
A.2.4.SEGMENTS – CIVIL
Road & Infrastructure Tunnels & Stations Culverts
Access Pits & Manholes Water Supply / Sewerage Infrastructure Retaining Walls
Revetment / Sea Walls / Erosion

Protection Walls
A. OVERVIEW 9
A.2.5.OVERVIEW OF CONSTRUCTION PROCESS
Components List Installation

Our estimating team can prepare a components list from the Dincel hollow formwork panels are ‘snapped’ (clicked) together
supplied architectural and structural project drawings. Simply to build and form the wall. This patented snapping action
use our website to upload your plans and a member of our ensures a safer, faster installation. While connecting panels,
estimating team will make contact to discuss further. steel reinforcement can be added inside the wall as required.
The components list will label the walls and outline the Once this is complete, concrete is simply poured within the
components required to construct each wall. The wall heights Dincel formwork.
will simply need to be confirmed by others as part of the quote Accessory components such as corners, caps, guides and
review process. joiners are available to help streamline the installation process.
Ordering Finishing
The order can be directly based upon the components list. Once installed and concreted, Dincel walls are capable of being
There is the option to order: finished in a variety of ways:
• Stock Lengths – these are Dincel panels available • Left Bare - Where a decorative finish is not required
in certain sizes, which allows for shorter lead times. (typically for basement walls or stairwells).
Stock lengths can be cut on site to suit your exact
requirements. • Painted - Dincel walls can be painted with PVC
compatible paint systems.
• Custom Lengths – Panel lengths are cut in our factory to
suit your requirements, which reduces the necessity for • Rendered - Exterior or interior Dincel walls can be
cutting on site. finished with PVC compatible renders (typically acrylic
based) in a variety of smooth, textured or stencilled
finishes.
Delivery or Pickup • Cladding – Dincel wall can be clad with stone, timber,
Delivery can be arranged by truck with ‘hiab’ style crane for easy plasterboard, metal or other commercially available NCC
unloading on site. compliant cladding.
• Dincel stock orders are generally distributed within It is important to note that Dincel does not manufacture or
two days of an order being placed and payment being supply any of the above finishes. For any finishes being applied,
received and cleared. it is important to adhere to the manufacturer recommendations
and guidelines provided within Section C.
• Custom orders will be manufactured, packed and
distributed between 7-14 working days of order being
received depending on location and profile ordered.
Customers also have the option of arranging their own
transport. Pick-up is also available Monday to Friday from our
NSW, VIC and QLD branches.

A.3. Components
Dimensions provided within this manual are for guidance purposes and may slightly vary from actual product due to manufacturing
tolerances. Allow up to ±5mm deviation from the ordered panel heights and 1mm deviation for the panel width (applicable to both
stock and custom panel orders). Simplified connection/barb type is shown for all profiles and accessories.
A.3.1. Dincel 110 Components

110P-1 MAIN PROFILE
Description
The 110P-1 is the main profile/panel within the Dincel 110mm
range, which can be installed in the vertical or horizontal
direction. Each panel adds 333.3mm to the wall length from
clip to clip.
Installation
Click or slide a 110P-1 into another Dincel 110 main profile or
accessory by using the snap-lock connection.
Stock Lengths
2850mm, 3000mm, 4000mm.
Custom Lengths
Any length from 1800mm to 7950mm in 1mm increments, or
1200mm to 1650mm in 150mm increments.
Mass
3.5kg per metre length (approximate)
110P-3 CORNER PROFILE
Description
The 110P-3 is used to achieve a 90° wall corner. The accessory
extends the overall wall length by approximately 167mm from
the clip location.
Installation
Click or slide the 110P-3 into a Dincel 110 main profile or
Stock Lengths
Available only in stock lengths of 3000mm.
110P-EC CLIP-ON END CAP ACCESSORY
Description
The 110P-EC is used to finish/close off the end of a wall
installed vertically. The Clip-On End Cap extends the overall wall
length by approximately 56mm from the clip location.
Installation
Click or slide the Clip-On End Cap into a compatible Dincel
main profile or accessory by using the snap-lock connection.
To prevent bulging from the concrete pour, the Clip-On End
Cap requires to be braced.
Stock Lengths
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A.3.1.DINCEL 110 COMPONENTS CONTINUED
110P-EG EDGE GUIDE ACCESSORY
Description
The 110P-EG is used at a floor or slab edge to start the wall above.
Accessory only suitable for above ground walls (non-submerged)
and subject to approval by a Design Engineer.
Installation
Placed and secured to floor or slab edge and used to guide Dincel
profiles above. Some of the internal webs are removed to promote
a greater concrete-to-concrete interface.
Stock Lengths
110P-G GUIDE TRACK ACCESSORY
Description
An accessory used as a guide/track to hold the bottom of the walls
temporarily. The use of a Guide Track accessory is not recommended
for walls that are required to be waterproof, shear walls or where
cast-in starter bars are used (instead of post-fixed). Instead, use
D-ANG50 PVC Angle on either side.
Installation
The Guide Track accessory is secured to the slab or footing with
concrete nails or equivalent. Once this is complete the Dincel main
profiles are able to slide down into the track.
Stock Lengths
110P-J JOINER ACCESSORY
Description
The 110P-J is used to join two Dincel profiles together through their clip
connections. The Joiner accessory does not add any length to the wall.
Installation
Click or slide the Joiner into a compatible Dincel main profile or
accessory by using the snap-lock connection. The Dincel profiles
being joined must have their clip barbs facing the Joiner.
Stock Lengths
110P-TC SCREW-ON CAP ACCESSORY
Description
The 110P-TC is used to cap the top or the end of a Dincel wall for
aesthetic or finishing purposes.
Installation
The Screw-On Cap simply slides over the Dincel profile at the top
or ends of the wall. It is typically secured using screw fixings or a
suitable adhesive.
Stock Lengths

110P-WS WALL SPLICER ACCESSORY
Description
The Wall Splicer accessory is primarily used to connect two
Dincel main profiles together without the use of a snap-lock
connection. This is typically required when main profiles are cut
and the snap-lock connectors cannot be used, or to connect
walls which span over one level.
Installation
The flanges of the Wall Splicer can simply slide on top of two
Dincel profiles, either at the top, bottom or ends of the wall. It
is typically secured using screw fixings or a suitable adhesive.
If a waterproof wall is required, the joint is required to be
waterproofed using a membrane or suitable sealant.
Stock Lengths

155P-1 MAIN PROFILE
Description
The 155P-1 is the main panel/profile within the Dincel 155mm
direction. Each panel adds 333.3mm to the wall length.
Installation
Click or slide a 155P-1 into another main profile or a compatible
Stock Lengths
2850mm, 3000mm.
Custom Lengths
Mass
4kg per metre length (approximate).
155P-3 CORNER PROFILE
Description
The 155P-3 is used to achieve a 90° wall corner. The accessory
the clip connection.
Installation
Click or slide the P-3 into a compatible Dincel main profile or
Stock Lengths
A. OVERVIEW 13
Description
installed vertically. The Clip-On End Cap extends the overall wall
length by approximately 75mm from the clip connection.
Installation
Stock Lengths
Description
The 155P-G is used to as a guide/track to hold the bottom of
the walls during concrete pouring. The use of a Guide Track
accessory is not recommended for walls which are required
to be waterproof, shear walls or where cast-in starter bars
are used (instead of post-fixed). Instead, use D-ANG50 or
½ 155P-TC as angles on either side.
Installation
The Guide Track accessory is secured to the slab or footing
with concrete nails or equivalent. Once this is complete the
Dincel main profiles are able to slide down into the track.
Stock Lengths
Description
The 155P-J is used to join two Dincel profiles together through
their clip connections. The Joiner accessory does not add any
length to the wall.
Installation
Click or slide the Joiner into a compatible Dincel main profile
or accessory by using the snap-lock connection. The Dincel
profiles being joined must have their clip barbs facing the
Joiner.
Stock Lengths

155P-SE STOP END ACCESSORY
Description
The 155P-SE is used to close the male end of a P-1 Dincel main
profile or Clip-On End Cap (EC). This will prevent wet concrete
from escaping the profile’s horizontal circular openings during
concrete pouring and also remove the requirement for edge
bracing.
Installation
Slide the accessory vertically into the grooves of the P-1 main
profile or Clip-On End Cap (EC), no screws are required. Off
cuts can be placed on top of each other to minimise wastage.
Stock Lengths
Description
The 155P-TC is used to cap the top or the end of a Dincel wall
for aesthetic or finishing purposes. It can also be cut in half
using the preformed groove in order to create two separate
angles, which can then be used as external wall guides.
Installation
The Screw-On Cap simply slides over the Dincel profile at
the top or ends of the wall. It is typically secured using screw
fixings or a suitable adhesive. If used as a guide, the angles are
held down using concrete nails or equivalent.
Stock Lengths
Description
The 155P-WS is primarily used to connect two Dincel main
profiles together without the use of a snap-lock connection.
This is typically required when main profiles are cut and the
snap-lock connectors cannot be used, or to connect walls
which span over one level.
Installation
waterproofed using a membrane or sealant.
Stock Lengths
A. OVERVIEW 15
200P-1 MAIN PROFILE
Description
direction. Each panel adds 333.3mm to the wall length.
Installation
Stock Lengths
2850mm, 3000mm, 3150mm, 3300mm, 3450mm, 3600mm.
Custom Lengths
82Ø HOLES AT
53 TO ℄
150 VERT CENTRES Mass
12 12 12
4.5kg per metre length (approximate).
Optional Modification (200P-1C)

103
The 200P-1 can be ordered to incorporate a centre

hole. This is where the webbing in between horizontal
web holes is removed for easy placement of closed
125
360
333
reinforcement ties or u-bars within the profile. This panel

is referred to as 200P-1C and intended to only be ordered
for columns, blade walls or difficult access corners.
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Front elevation. Stock Lengths

Optional Modification. Available only in lengths of 3000mm & 3600mm.
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195
2.5 200 2.5
200P-2 SPACER ACCESSORY
Description
The 200P-2 allows for Dincel walls to be built with 55.5mm
increments. Six Spacers connected together provide an
equivalent width to one main profile.
Installation
Click or slide the P-2 into a Dincel main profile or another
Stock Lengths
200P-4 ANGLE ACCESSORY
Description
The 200P-4 is used to construct curved walls or curved corners
with 15° increments.
Installation
Stock Lengths

200P-5 CORNER PROFILE (2 PIECE)
Description
The 200P-5 is used to achieve a 90° wall corner. This corner is a
two-piece assembly and features an outer component that can
be removed for easier access and inspections. The accessory
the clip connection.
Installation
Stock Lengths
Available only in stock lengths of 3000mm or 3600mm.
Description
installed vertically. The Clip-On End Cap extends the overall
wall length by 55.5mm from the female clip.
Installation
To prevent bulging from the concrete pour, the Clip-On
End Cap requires to be braced using methods detailed in
installation section.
Stock Lengths
200P-EG EDGE GUIDE ACCESSORY
Description
The 200P-EG is used at a floor or slab edge to start the wall
above. Accessory only suitable for above ground walls (non-
submerged) and subject to approval by a Design Engineer.
Installation
Placed and secured to floor or slab edge and used to guide
Dincel profiles above. Some of the internal webs are removed
to promote a greater concrete-to-concrete interface.
Stock Lengths
A. OVERVIEW 17
Description
The 200P-G is used as a guide/track to hold the bottom of
the walls during concrete pouring. The use of a Guide Track
accessory is not recommended for walls that are required to be
waterproof, shear walls or where cast-in starter bars are used
(instead of post-fixed). Instead, use D-ANG50 PVC angles on
either side.
Installation
The Guide Track accessory is secured to the slab or footing
with concrete nails or equivalent. Once this is complete the
Dincel main profiles are able to slide down into the track.
Stock Lengths
Description
The 200P-J is used to join two Dincel profiles together through
their clip connections. The Joiner accessory does not add any
length to the wall.
Installation
profiles being joined must have their clip barbs facing the
Joiner.
Stock Lengths
200P-SE STOP END ACCESSORY
Description
The 200P-SE is used to close the male end of a P-1 Dincel main
profile or Clip-On End Cap (EC). This will prevent wet concrete
from escaping the profile’s horizontal circular openings during
concrete pouring and also remove the requirement for edge
bracing for standard wall heights.
Installation
Slide the accessory vertically into the grooves of the P-1 main
profile or Clip-On End Cap (EC), no screws are required. Off
cuts can be placed on top of each other to minimise wastage.
Stock Lengths

Description
The 200P-TC is used to cap the top or the end of a Dincel wall
for aesthetic or finishing purposes.
Installation
fixings or a suitable adhesive.
Stock Lengths
200P-VRC VERTICAL REOCLIP ACCESSORY
Description
The 200P-VRC is used to hold vertical reinforcement in place
during a concrete pour. The clips can accommodate bar sizes
of Ø12-20mm in either a central location or at each face of the
profile.
Installation
The P-VRC is clipped onto the vertical steel reinforcement
before inserting into the wall, typically clipped at the bottom,
middle and top of the bars. Tying the bars to the clip with tie-
wire is recommended to prevent detachment. Following this,
the reinforcement is inserted into the Dincel formwork.
Stock Lengths
Available in packs of 100.
Description
The 200P-WS is primarily used to connect two Dincel main
profiles together without the use of a snap-lock connection.
This is typically required when main profiles are cut and the
snap-lock connectors cannot be used, or to connect walls
which span over one level.
Installation
Stock Lengths
A. OVERVIEW 19
275P-1 MAIN PROFILE
Description
direction. Each panel adds 275mm to the wall length.
Installation
Stock Lengths
3000mm, 3600mm.
Custom Lengths
Mass
7kg per metre length (approximate).
Optional Modification (275P-1C)

The 275P-1 can be ordered to incorporate a centre
hole. This is where the webbing in between horizontal
web holes is removed for easy placement of closed
reinforcement ties or u-bars within the profile. This panel
is referred to as 275P-1C and intended to only be ordered
for columns, blade walls or difficult access corners.
Stock Lengths
Available only in lengths of 3000mm & 3600mm.
Front elevation.
Optional Modification.
275P-4 ANGLE ACCESSORY
Description
The 275P-4 is used to construct curved walls or curved corners
with 15° increments.
Installation
Stock Lengths

275P-5 CORNER PROFILE (2 PIECE)
Description
Used to achieve a 90° wall corner. The corner features an
outer component which can be removed for easier access and
inspections. The accessory extends the overall wall length by
approximately 310mm from the female clip.
Installation
Stock Lengths
Description
An accessory used to finish/close off the end of a wall installed
vertically. The Clip-On End Cap extends the overall wall length
by approximately 75mm from the female clip.
Installation
Stock Lengths
Description
An accessory used to join two Dincel profiles together through
their male clips. The Joiner accessory does not add any length
to the wall.
Installation
profiles being joined must have their male clip ends facing the
Joiner.
Stock Lengths
A. OVERVIEW 21
Description
Used to cap the top or the end of a Dincel wall for aesthetic or
finishing purposes.
Installation
fixings or a suitable adhesive. If used as a guide, the angles are
held down using concrete nails or equivalent.
Stock Lengths
Description
The Wall Splicer accessory is primarily used to connect two
Dincel main profiles together without the use of a snap-lock
connection. This is typically required when main profiles are cut
and the snap-lock connectors cannot be used, or to connect
walls which span over one level.
Installation
Stock Lengths
A.4. Universal Accessories

D-ANG50 DINCEL PVC ANGLE
Description
The D-ANG50 is a 50x50x3 PVC equal angle. It can be fixed
temporarily or permanently to a surface to act as Dincel panel wall
guides. It can also be used to secure or join other profiles together.
Quantity
Available only in 3000mm

DWS DINCEL WATERSTOP
Description
The DWS accessory is part of a waterproofing system. The
system incorporates a re-injectable hose and is installed as
part of the hob prior to Dincel wall construction. In the event of
any water seepage at the base wall junction, injection material
is pumped through the re-injectable hose to fill and seal any
voids where water ingress has occurred.
Installation
The DWS is secured to formwork to act as a shutter to form
a hob. The re-injectable hose is installed into the DWS cavity
prior to Dincel wall installation.
Quantity
D-VRC DINCEL VERTICAL REOCLIP ACCESSORIES
Description
D-VRC accessories can be used to ensure that the cover and
positioning of vertical reinforcement bars are maintained within
the profiles. The accessories are cross compatible between
110, 155 and 200 Dincel.
Variants
The accessories are available in either 20mm, 30mm, 40mm
or 50mm cover variants.
• D-VRC20 = 20mm Cover
78 • D-VRC50 = 50mm Cover
(cover is measured from the internal PVC surface / concrete surface)
COVER
Installation
The D-VRC is secured onto the vertical steel reinforcement
before inserting into the wall, typically at the bottom, middle
and top of the bars. The bars are secured by tying them to the
D-VRCs using tie-wire. Following this, the reinforcement is
inserted into the Dincel formwork with the D-VRCs attached.
Where D-VRCs are used, the horizontal reinforcement should
be placed prior to the vertical reinforcement.
Quantity
Available in packs of 250.
SCREWS
Description
8g button head screws (8-18 x 25mm), used for fixing Dincel
accessories where required. Screws are galvanised with white
finish provided to head.
Quantity
Sold per box (1000 screws per box).
A. OVERVIEW 23
SPECIFICATION
&CONTENTS
DETAILING
B1.
Incorporation of Dincel Walls into Plans 26
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B2. Waterproofing 28
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B3. Basement Walls 28

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B4. Facade Walls 34

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B5. Internal Walls 38

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B6.
Core Walls (Lift, Stair & Shaft) 40
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B7. Retaining Walls 43

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B8. Balustrades 46
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B9. Warehouse & Factory 47

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B10. Tanks & Pits 50

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B11. Pools 51
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B12. Channels 52
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B13. Fences 53
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B14. Curved Walls 53

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B15. Windows 55
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B16. Fire Doors 57

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B17. Services 58
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B18. Penetrations 59
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B19. Joints 61
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B20. Concrete Mix Design 61

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B21. Dincel Wall Junctions 62
B. SPECIFICATION & DETAILING 25

B.1. INCORPORATION INTO plans
Although Dincel walling is a formwork system comprised of predetermined module widths, it is flexible in accommodating site and
design requirements. It is preferred to have wall lengths match the Dincel module sizes, however if this is not possible, the system
can be cut and modified to suit.
B.1.1. WALL ASSEMBLY EXAMPLES

Option 1 - Match Dincel panel standard sizes
Use of Dincel panels and accessories to achieve required wall length. For this option, the wall length must be designed to suit
Dincel module sizes. As no cutting is required, this option is better suited for walls which are under submerged conditions, such as
basement walls and water tanks.
Option 2 - Cut profiles to suit

Cut Dincel profile to suit required length and join panels together using a P-WS accessory. For waterproof applications, this joint
must be waterproofed using the methods highlighted in Section B.2.

167 333.3 333.3 333.3 333.3 55.5
Dincel 110 110P-3 110P-1 110P-1 110P-J 110P-1 110P-1 110P-EC
Example Assembly
110
110P-3
167
Exploded view
110P-1
333.3
shown for clarity

110P-TC
186 333.3 333.3 333.3 333.3 75

Example Assembly
155P-3
186
Exploded view
155P-1
333.3
shown for clarity

155P-TC
233 333.3 333.3 333.3 333.3 55.5

Example Assembly
200P-5
233
200P-1
333.3
Exploded view
shown for clarity
200P-TC
Dincel 275 310 275 275 275 275 75

275P-5 275P-1 275P-1 275P-J 275P-1 275P-1 275P-EC
Example Assembly
275P-5
310
275P-1
Exploded view
275
shown for clarity

275P-TC

B.2. WATERPROOFING B.3. BASEMENT WALLS
The permanent polymer skin of a Dincel wall along with the panel B.3.1. ON STRIP FOOTING
‘snap-lock’ joints acts as a protective waterproof membrane for
B3.1.1. Wall-Footing Joint ABOVE Ground Water Table
up to 6m of waterhead pressure. It is important to adequately
waterproof all wall junctions and any Dincel walling connections A - Dincel Wall.
which do not utilise the ‘snap-lock’ joint (such as where panels
B - Steel reinforcement to engineers’ details
are cut and joined together). The below diagram provides an
illustrative example of the key areas which must be additionally C - Strip footing to engineer’s details.
waterproofed in a below ground or submerged application. D - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or post-
fixing (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
A - Wall to slab junction at base.
E - Ag-line placed below wall junction, connected to
B - A
ny panel/accessory joints which do not utilise the appropriate discharge point. Free draining granular backfill
‘snap-lock’ connection (such as where a panel is cut and provided to surrounding soil.
a P-WS accessory is used). Please refer to Section B.1.1.
F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle as a temporary wall restraint to either
Option 2.
side of the wall (both sides for SCC), suitably fixed to the
C - Junctions with other walling types. wall and slab. Do not use a Guide Track underneath wall.
D - Any wall opening or penetration. G - M
in 25mm triangular bead of MS Polymer Sealant applied
E - J
unctions with concrete slab above wall. against angle, immediately before placement of panels.
Note: an exposed slab edge is not recommended, please Ensure sealant is compressed in between the angle and
refer to Section B.3 for detailing. panel faces.
H - Optional waterproofing membrane applied to junction and
minimum 300mm up Dincel wall face (option only possible
where access is provided to positive face).
I - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details. Waterproofing
must be provided to floor slab by way of membranes or
concrete admixtures.
J - Min 75x100mm gravel filled drainage channel.
K - Hydrophilic waterstop, min 75mm from footing edge.
L - Drainage to pump out pit or similar.
M - Min 100mm clearance between edge of footing and wall,
to allow for angle placement and adequate concrete finish.
NOTE: Footing steps should be designed in increments of
150mm to avoid alignment issues.
NOTE: No accessories to be used underneath wall.
M
A
AREAS HIGHLIGHTED MUST BE
ADDITIONALLY WATERPROOFED D
B
J
I
F
When waterproofing the above locations, best results will be G
achieved where the waterproofing is applied to the positive H
(exterior/wet) face. This way, water is prevented from entering E
into the system in the first instance. Compatible waterproofing L
membranes applied over these surfaces are usually the most K
reliable way to achieve this where sufficient access is provided.

B.3.2. ON SLAB B.3.2. ON SLAB
B3.2.1. Wall-Slab Joint ABOVE Ground Water Table B3.2.2. OPTION 1; Wall-Slab Joint ABOVE Ground Water Table
Position
A - Dincel Wall.
This detail is applicable to basement slab with negligible falls
B - Steel reinforcement to engineers’ details.
so that basement slab and footing is poured at the same time.
C - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details. Waterproofing A - Dincel Wall (wall must be designed for hydrostatic water
must be provided to floor slab by way of membranes or pressure if ag-line is not used or assumed to be non-
waterproofing concrete admixtures. functional in time) .
D - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or post- B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
fixing (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
C - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or postfixing
E - Ag-line placed below wall junction, connected to (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
appropriate discharge point. Free draining granular backfill
D - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details.
provided to surrounding soil.
E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob.
F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle as a temporary wall restraint to both
sides of the wall, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Do not F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing injection
use a Guide Track underneath wall. material.
G - Min 100mm.
G - M
in 25mm triangular bead of MS Polymer Sealant applied
against angle, immediately before placement of panels. H - Min 100mm set down. Timber can be used to form rebate
Ensure sealant is compressed in between the angle and and also as temporary restraint.
panel faces. I -
Min 300mm.
H - Optional hydrophilic waterstop for increased J - Min 75x100mm gravel filled drainage channel.
waterproofing performance to junction.
K - Drainage to pump out pit or similar.
I - Min 75x100mm gravel filled drainage channel. L - OPTION; Ag-line placed below wall-footing junction level
J - Drainage to pump out pit or similar. prior Dincel wall installation, connected to appropriate
discharge point. Blue metal to surround ag-line.
K - Min 100mm clearance between edge of footing and wall,
to allow for angle placement and adequate concrete M - Ensure no damage or ruptures of Dincel panels during
finish. backfilling.
L - Min 100mm set down. Timber can be used to form rebate N - Free draining granular backfill to engineer’s details.
and also as temporary restraint (see Section B.3.2.4). NOTE: Use this detail over B3.2.1. of DCM when Dincel
NOTE: Pouring of concrete within the wall must be completed Waterproofing Warranty is required.
within 48 hours of applying gunnable hydrophilic NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) and injection material
waterstop. The joint must be protected from any rain or MUST be used with the following detail.
moisture during this time.
NOTE: No accessories (such as guide track P-G) to be used
NOTE: No accessories (such as Guide Track P-G) to be used underneath Dincel wall.
underneath wall.
A
K
B
F
E L
J
C H D

B.3. BASEMENT WALLS CONTINUED
B.3.2. ON SLAB B.3.2. ON SLAB

B3.2.2. OPTION 2; Wall-Slab Joint ABOVE Ground Water Table B3.2.3. Wall-Slab Joint BELOW Ground Water Table Position
Position & Footing is Placed Prior to Basement Slab
A - Dincel Wall (wall must be designed for hydrostatic water
This detail is applicable to basement slab with significant falls. pressure to suit water table position).
The footing is poured first. Basement slab after.
A - Dincel Wall.
C - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. postfixing (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
postfixing (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob.
E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob. F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing
injection material.
F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing
injection material. G - Min 100mm.
G - Min 100mm. H - Min 100mm set down. Timber can be used to form rebate
and also as temporary restraint
H - Min 100mm set down to suit basement slab fall.
I - Min 300mm. I - Min 300mm
J - Min 75mm wide gravel filled drainage channel. J - Min 75x100mm gravel filled drainage channel.
K - Drainage to pump out pit or similar. K - Drainage to pump out pit or similar.
L - Ag-line placed below wall-footing junction level prior Dincel L - Concrete fines/sand to Engineer’s details.
wall installation, connected to appropriate discharge point.
M - Shoring.
Blue metal to surround ag-line. Agricultural line is required
to be maintained for the building’s service life. N - OPTIONAL bentonite membrane or equivalent.
M - Basement/ground floor slabs to engineer’s details. O - Dincel approved waterproofing bandage over lapping
N - Footing steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. Bentonite membrane on DWS if Bentonite membrane
under slab is used.
O - Waterproofing of this pour break joint to architect’s /
engineer’s details. NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) and injection material
MUST be used with the following detail.
P - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. Min 50mm from
slab edge face. NOTE: No accessories (such as guide track P-G) to be used
underneath wall.
Q - Min. 200mm.
R - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
S - Ensure no damage or ruptures of Dincel panels during
backfilling.
T - Free draining granular backfill to engineer’s details.
U - Min. 100mm.

B.3.2. ON SLAB B.3.3. HABITABLE SPACE OR PLENUM
B3.2.4. Construction of Slab Rebate with Dincel Water Stop (DWS) A - Dincel Wall
A - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob. B - Wall-to-slab or wall-to-footing junction, detail varies
depending on selected construction and waterproofing
B - Timber batten held in place to stabilise the timbers used
method. Refer to manual details for treating this junction.
to form rebate using nails or screws. Preferably screws for
ease of removal. C - Non-shrink grout, provided with appropriate falls to
drainage points.
C. Steel reinforcement provided to hob design subject to
engineer’s details. D - Drainage to pump out pit or similar.
D. Plywood shutter (fixed/pinned appropriately to ground) or E - Secondary wall constructed from light weight timber/steel
face of shoring/sheet piling. studs or 110 Dincel.
E. Min. 100mm. F - Selected wall finish (e.g. plasterboard).
F. Total rebate width = Panel thickness + drainage cavity size. G - Min cavity space to match drainage channel (75mm or
greater).
G. Slab and slab reinforcement to engineer’s details.
NOTE: W
here a mechanical plenum is required, increase cavity
H. Timber positioned to suit required rebate.
space (G) to suit (min 650mm). In this case, ensure
I. Min. 55mm concrete cover from face of Dincel to starter bar. secondary wall (E) is constructed from 110 Dincel or
J. Min. 55mm concrete cover from face of Dincel to starter bar another form of airtight construction.
and to provide clearance to DWS. NOTE: No accessories (such as Guide Track P-G) to be used
K. Dincel wall to be installed (shown for visual aid purposes) underneath wall.
L. Option of one or two starter bars secured to timber batten

using tie-wire as required by design engineer.
G
NOTE: Maximum one layer of starter bars for Dincel 155 A
profiles to allow for sufficient concrete cover and

clearance to DWS. E

B.3. BASEMENT WALLS CONTINUED
B.3.4. SUSPENDED SLAB B.3.5. POST TENSIONED SLAB

A - Core 100ø holes for steel reinforcement (‘L’ bars) to be A - Continuous Dincel wall spanning past suspended slab
fed through as required. Refer to detail F.10.1 for coring level (no horizontal panel joints below water table level).
instructions. Alternatively, provide dowel connection as
B - Load bearing Dincel walls or columns supporting slab.
detailed by design engineer.
C - Slip joint, refer to Detail B.5.3.
B - Continuous Dincel wall spanning past suspended slab
level (no horizontal panel joints below water table level). D - Suspended basement slab.
Do not allow exposed slab edge submerged: E - Prestressing pan.
F - Generally 650mm clearance if space used as plenum or
Water requires to be accessible. Alternatively, walls or columns
Must protect exposed
slab edge if this detail
can be placed directly against basement perimeter wall as
used per detail B.4.4.
G - Sleeved dowel connection if required, as detailed by
design engineer. Note: Segment of wall must only be
Slab Edge
Exposed
poured following prestressing of slab.

H - Horizontal panel joint, min 500mm above water table
location. Panels spliced together using P-WS as detailed in
Exposed slab edge
becomes saturated and
Section F.8.2.1 or as required.
allows for water
ingress, bypassing NOTE: Refer to detail B.4.4 for further post stressing details
waterstops and pour break locations.
C - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s detail.

D - Pour break location 1 if required. H
E - Pour break location 2 if required. Min

500
F - Horizontal panel joint. Panels spliced together using P-WS Water Table
F
as detailed in Section F.8.2.1 or as required.

G - Suspended basement slab, to be poured after pouring
A C
Dincel basement wall. E
H - Horizontal panel splice min 500mm above water table

location. G
NOTE: Horizontal panel splice min 500mm above water table

location. D
B
Panel Splice
E
Water Table
D G

B.3.6. BASEMENT WATERPROOFING B3.6.3. Additional Waterproofing Measures
CONSIDERATIONS The details shown in this manual will provide acceptable
protection against ingress of water in accordance with
B3.6.1. Gravel Filled Drainage Channels the allowances of BS8102:2009 (where water ingress is
For all basement walls, drainage channels are highly permitted when appropriately discharged). However, where
recommended to capture water in the event of the following: further protection is required, the following measures can
be considered by the designer in order to provide additional
• Failure of the waterproofing products used (i.e. sealants,
waterproofing mechanisms:
membranes or concrete admixtures). This can occur due
to excessive building movements and structure cracking. • Hydrophilic waterstop strips underneath wall.
• Cleaning activities within basements, such as washing • Cast-in hoses to permit injection of acrylic resin,
cars or routine maintenance cleaning to walls. microfine cement suspensions, polyurethane or epoxy in
• Sprinkler system use and/or failure. the event of a leak (as advised by injection manufacturer
or waterproofing contractor).
• Inadequate concrete compaction due to poor installation
or concrete mix used. • Waterproofing admixtures added to concrete mix design.
No Australian standard currently exists which covers the B3.6.4. Dincel 275 Profile
waterproofing of basements. Instead, many Australian The Dincel 275 profile is recommended for waterproofing
professionals refer to the British standard BS8102:2009, which applications such as basements, particularly when the walls are
details the use of a water management system (such as subject to constant hydrostatic conditions from the permanent
drainage channels) to accompany waterproofing barriers/layers water table. The following features are what make Dincel 275
for external below ground walls. The design life of membranes ideal as a waterproof basement wall:
and sealants can be questioned in the long term, particularly
when considering structural movements and contaminated soil
conditions. The provision of a drainage channel can mitigate
this concern and ensure a reliable long-term solution. For
this reason, it is highly recommended that all basements are
provided with a gravel drain on the inside of the wall.
Patented innovated ring form allows for SCC or super workable

concrete in a single pour up to 5 metres. The elimination of air
voids is essential to achieve a waterproof wall.
B3.6.2. Concrete Quality
For a Dincel wall to be waterproof, the concrete within the
permanent formwork must be free of air-voids. Inadequate
concrete compaction will lead to leakage within the walls. To
ensure that Dincel walls are void free, use the specification
referred to in Section B.20.

B.3. BASEMENT WALLS CONTINUED B.4. Façade Walls
B.4.1. W/ EDGE PROTECTION
A - Dincel Wall from previous level.
B - Core 100ø holes for steel reinforcement (‘L’ bars) to be
fed through as required. Refer to detail F.10.1 for coring
instructions. Alternatively, provide dowel connection as
detailed by design engineer.
C - Non-shrink grout, provided with appropriate falls to
drainage points.
6mm gap in between panel joints does not allow coarse
D - Suggested pour break locations.
aggregate to enter, ensuring that the space is fully filled with
cement slurry. E - Deck formwork.
F - Join Dincel profiles together using P-WS accessory or
plywood on each side (see Section F.8.2 for details).
G - Brace lower portion of wall if required (when panels relied
upon as edge protection).
H - Min 1000mm when Dincel wall used as temporary edge
protection.
I - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next
level.
J - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes.
A NOTE: Use as edge protection only suitable for Dincel 200 &
275. 110 & 155 Dincel may be considered if additional
bracing is provided to stiffen and stabilise the profiles.
Slurry from SCC or super workable concrete fills barbed

connection, ensuring that vertical panel joint is waterproof.
Early Backfill
F
In addition, Dincel 275 walls can be backfilled as soon as 24
hours after concrete pour (must be appropriately braced). Refer
Pour 3
to Section E.1.2 for more details.

H
I
Pour 2
Pour 2
C
Pour 1

B.4.2. SLAB SETDOWN 3 - Cut P-WS in order to create T Section (see image
to right). Insert cut P-WS into slot and secure
A - Dincel Wall above, after pouring slab below. with additional adhesive or screws as required.
B - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next 4 - Once floor slab has been poured, cut slot into
level, to engineer’s details. panels to be installed above. Slide panels into
C - Optional pour break location, max 25mm below slab soffit. position.
D - Deck formwork.
4
E - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details.
4
3
F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall 3
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. 1
1
G - Min 25x50mm gap in set down to be filled with compatible 2 2

sealant or high flow non-shrink grout.
H - Fill joint with waterproof sealant. Alternatively, use detail
B.4.2.1 (below) for where there is no access to exterior
face. B.4.3. METAL DECKING
I - ‘L’ bars for structural connection to slab, temporarily A - Dincel Wall above, after pouring slab below.
secured with tie-wire.
B - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next
J - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes. level, to engineer’s details.
K - Recommended 25mm lip to prevent deck water run-off & C - Pour break location.
debris entering Dincel panels before pour.
D - Temporary support.
A E - Steel deck for concrete slab.

B
F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall
Pour 3
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab.
F
G
G - Min 25x50mm gap in set down to be filled with compatible
J Pour 2
sealant or high flow non-shrink grout.
E
H - Fill joint with waterproof sealant. Alternatively, use detail
H
B.4.2.1 for where there is no access to exterior face.
I I - ‘L’ bars for structural connection to slab, temporarily

secured with tie-wire.
K J - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes.

C D
Pour 1
K - Min 50mm bearing onto Dincel wall.
A
B
Pour 3
B.4.2.1. ALTERNATE JOINT DETAIL
– NO ACCESS TO EXTERIOR FACE
J F
This detail is suited for façade walls where there is no access G
Pour 2
to the exterior face and where for aesthetic purposes the P-WS
flanges cannot be exposed. H
1 - Cut horizontal slot into webs of panels below and above I

rebate level (through the use of circular saw or angle
grinder). Slot size to be approximately 5mm x 50mm. K
C E
D
2 - Apply MS Polymer sealant into slot.
Pour 1

B.4. FAÇADE WALLS CONTINUED
B.4.4. POST TENSIONED SLAB

A - Dincel blade columns, positioned behind Dincel façade Construction Sequence
wall (see below plan view). Position of column or wall may
1 - Pour wall / blade column with cast-in bars or post-fixed
vary, refer engineering design.
protruding above.
2 - Place P-TC and 100Ø sleeves into position, core holes into
Dincel blade columns accessory as required to place over bars.
3 - Place L-bars for wall as required.
4 - Pour and stress the slab.
Continuous Dincel wall
5 - Grout PVC sleeve. For Option 1 only, pour the external
façade wall up to the pour break location.
B - Dincel façade wall. 6 - Pour concrete to walls and/or blade columns over.
C - Cast-in 100Ø PVC sleeve, to be grouted after prestressing.
Option 1
D - Cast-in or post-fixed starter bar.
Concealed Slab Edge
E - Suggested pour break location.
F - If required, dowels to tie continuous Dincel wall to blade 6
Dincel wall, to engineer’s details.

G - P-TC Screw-On Cap on top of wall to provide slip joint, or 2
strips of greased steel. Note: waterstop or waterproofing
A
membrane may be required to the joint depending on the I
5 6 H
finishing type and exposure to rain. 6
H M
D
H - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall J K
C
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab.
5 5
I - Dincel to span min 1000mm above slab level where 3 4 4
profiles are used as edge protection. E 2 2

G
J - Prestressing pan. F A
1
K - Prestressing duct to receive tendons.
1
B
L - Axial shortening due to prestressing. Area to be finished,

coated or grouted as required.
6
Option 2
M - Min 25x50mm gap in set down to be filled with compatible Exposed Slab Edge (requires waterproofing)
sealant.
A
I
5 6 H 6
H M
D J K
C
5 5
3 4 4
L
E G
2 2
G
F A
B
1 1
B

B.4.5. CONNECTION TO SUSPENDED FLOOR B.4.7. WAFFLE-POD SLAB (ABOVE GROUND)
A - Dincel Façade Wall. A - Dincel Façade Wall.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
C - Waling plate/bearer. C - Cast-in starter bars for wall.
D - Post-fixed or cast-in anchor. D - Damp-proof membrane for slab.
E - Joist hanger. E - Steel bars provided for termite protection (as per AS3660)
where there is a pour break/joint.
F - Truss flooring system (i.e. PosiStrut) or similar.
F - Temporary formworking edge board for both slab and
G - Sheet flooring and selected finish.
Dincel wall.
H - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes.
G - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes.
H - Min 25mm gap between slab and wall to allow for site
H
installation tolerances. Gap to be later filled with high flow
A F G non-shrink grout.
I - Min 75mm between slab rebate and FGL.
G B
E
A
D
C
C H
B
F
E
B.4.6.CONNECTION TO TIMBER/STEEL FRAME ROOF
I
A - Dincel Façade Wall. F.G.L
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. D
C - Post-fixed or cast-in anchor.

D - Tie down brackets (i.e. CPB bracket or similar).
E - Roof truss.
F - Bearing timber (optional), for achieving level mounting
surface.
E
F D
B
C
G A

B.4. FAÇADE WALLS CONTINUED B.5. Internal Walls
B.4.8. SLAB ON GROUND (ABOVE GROUND) B.5.1. CONVENTIONAL DECK
A - Dincel Façade Wall. A - Dincel Wall above if required.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. B - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next
level, or post-fixed starter bars, to engineer’s details.
C - Cast-in starter bars for wall.
C - 50mm maximum from slab soffit to pour break.
D - Damp-proof membrane for slab.
D - Deck formwork.
E - 50mm min rebate.
E - Concrete slab to engineer’s details.
F - Temporary formworking edge board for both slab and
Dincel wall. F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Guide Track
(P-G) can only be used if in accordance with Section A.4
H - Min 25mm gap between slab and wall to allow for site and permitted by design engineer.
installation tolerances. Gap to be later filled with high flow
G - Optional 25mm lip to prevent deck water run-off & debris
non-shrink grout.
entering Dincel panels before pour. Lip additionally allows
I - Min 75mm between slab rebate and FGL. for temporary fixings to restrain top of Dincel profiles.
G A
B B
A
C Pour 3
F
F
H Pour 2
E
I
F.G.L
D E
G C
Pour 1

B.5.2. METAL DECKING B.5.3. POST TENSIONED SLAB
A - Dincel Wall above if required. A - Dincel Wall with starter bar protruding above (alternatively
a post-fixed dowel can be used, to engineer’s detail).
B - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next
level, or post-fixed starter bars, to engineer’s details. B - Cast-in 100Ø PVC sleeve, to be grouted after prestressing.
C - Optional pour break location. C - P-TC Screw-On Cap on top of wall to provide slip joint, or
2 strips of greased steel. Note: Slip joint is typically only
D - Metal decking/formwork.
required where large axial compression is expected to slab
E - Concrete slab to engineer’s details. (i.e. extremities of slab).
F - Where metal forms are continuous over Dincel walls, D - Prestressing duct to receive tendons.
provide ø100mm holes in the forms at required centres.
E - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall
G - Min 50mm bearing onto Dincel wall. restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Guide Track
H - Temporary support. (P-G) can only be used if in accordance with Section A.4
and permitted by design engineer.
I - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Guide Track (P-
Construction Sequence
G) can only be used if in accordance with Section A.4 and
permitted by design engineer. 1 - Pour wall / blade column with cast-in bars or post-fixed
protruding above.
2 - Place P-TC and 100Ø sleeves into position, core holes into
A accessory as required to place over bars.
B
4 - Pour and stress the slab.
5 - Grout PVC sleeve.
I
6 - Pour concrete to walls and/or blade columns over.
G E D
D
C
H E
F
5 4
3
2
C B
A
1

B.5. INTERNAL WALLS CONTINUED B.6. Core (Lift, Stair & Shaft) Walls
B.5.4. METAL ROOFING B.6.1. W/ EDGE PROTECTION
A - Dincel Wall. A - Dincel Wall from previous level.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. B - Core 100ø holes for steel reinforcement (‘L’ bars) to be
fed through as required. Refer to Detail F.10.1 for coring
C - Structural steel frame for roofing (i.e. C-Purlins).
instructions.
D - Selected steel roofing profile.
C - All Dincel panel joints to be screwed into deck joists (to be
E - High-elasticity waterproofing membrane. designed by temporary works engineer).
F - Continuous steel flashing. D - Suggested pour break locations.
G - Steel coping or similar, provided with adequate fall. E - ‘L’ bars to be secured with tie wire to vertical
H - Wall extension above roof level as required for fire rating. reinforcement.
NOTE: Any insulation required is assumed to be added below, F - No Dincel accessories to be used horizontally between
within roof cavity. Dincel panels for shear walls. Instead, use plywood
formwork on both sides. See Section F.8.2.2 for details.
G - Brace lower portion of wall if required (when panels relied
upon as edge protection).
H - Min 1000mm when Dincel wall used as temporary edge
protection.
G I - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next
level.
F
B NOTE: Use as edge protection only suitable for 200 & 275
H
Dincel.
E
D
C A
Scaffolding / platforms
Pour 3
provided in shaft
H
I
Pour 2
Pour 2
C
Pour 1

B.6.2. ALTERNATE DETAIL B.6.3. STAIR LANDINGS
A - Dincel Wall above. A - Dincel Wall.
B - Vertical wall reinforcement used as starter bars for next B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
level, to engineer’s details.
C - Cast-in or postfixed dowels to engineer’s specification.
C - 50mm maximum from slab soffit to pour break. Alternatively, cast-in ‘L’ bars can be used.
D - Deck formwork. D - Drill neat holes in profiles for dowels to pass through.
Where ‘L’ bars are used, 100ø holes can be cored from
E - Concrete slab to engineer’s details.
the profiles at required centres (see Detail F.10.1 for
F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall procedure).
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Accessories
E - Formwork for stair landing.
(such as a P-G or P-WS) should not be used underneath a
shear wall. F - Bar chairs to support dowels.
G - Optional 25mm lip to prevent deck water run-off & debris G - Support bar, secured to all dowels using tie-wire to restrain
entering Dincel panels before pour. position.
A A
B
F
E G
F
G
C D E
C D

B.6. CORE (LIFT, STAIR & SHAFT) WALLS CONTINUED
B.6.4. LIFT PIT B.6.5.TOP TERMINATION

Use the below detail when pit wall and slab junction is above A - Dincel Wall.
temporary/permanent ground water level.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
A - Dincel Wall. C - 50mm maximum from slab soffit to pour break.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. D - Deck formwork.
C - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or E - Concrete slab above, waterproofed as required.
F - 50mm minimum concrete over Dincel profile to prevent
D - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details. water ingress.
E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form G - Optional 25mm lip to prevent deck water run-off & debris
hob. Refer B.3.2.4 for details. entering Dincel panels before pour.
F - Optional injection hose system to provide waterproofing
injection material.
G - Min 100mm. B E
H - Min 300mm.
I - D-ANG50 as a temporary wall restraint, suitably fixed
to the wall and slab. D-ANG50 can be left installed F
permanently if desired.
J - Negative pressure waterproofing membrane applied to
slab and minimum 300mm up Dincel wall face.
NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) use is recommended G
using following detail.
C D
NOTE: No accessories (such as Guide Track P-G) to be used
A
underneath wall.

B.7. Retaining Walls
B.7.1. CANTILEVER B.7.2. COUNTERFORT
A - Dincel Wall. A - Return Dincel walls as counterfort support (i.e.
perpendicular blade walls) at required spacings (steel
B - Steel reinforcement for footing and wall to engineer’s
reinforcement not shown for clarity).
details.
C - Footing key, if required.
details.
D - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary
wall restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Junction
waterproofed as required. D - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary
E - Suitable drainage provided behind retaining wall, such as
waterproofed as required.
ag-line with weep holes provided through wall if required.
F - Granular backfill to support drainage.
ag-line with weep holes provided through wall. PVC pipe to
G - Retained earth. be cast into counterfort wall to allow for ag-pipe.
H - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes. F - Granular backfill to support drainage.
I - Capping to top of wall (such as folded metal cap or block G - Retained earth.
coping). If capping not used, surface must be adequately
waterproofed.
I - Capping to top of wall (such as folded metal cap or block
NOTE: Maximum height of wall, steel reinforcement and
footing details must be designed by structural engineer.
waterproofed.
I
H
H
F
A
E
E
D
D
B B
C C

B.7. RETAINING WALLS CONTINUED
B.7.3. DUAL WALL CANTILEVER

A dual cantilever wall can be used for taller walls where a single K
Dincel wall may be too slender, and is an alternative to other
arrangements such as counterfort or buttress Dincel walls.
Dual cantilever walls are only recommended using 200 or 275
Dincel walls. H
A - Dincel Wall with secondary support wall to reduce G

slenderness and increase wall capacity (only required for
very tall cantilever walls)..
F
details.
A
waterproofed as required. I
ag-line with weep holes provided through wall. PVC pipe to J
be cast into counterfort wall to allow for ag-pipe.
F - If required, steel reinforcement ties between walls can
E
be provided at the necessary spacings. For 200 and
275 Dincel, the formwork must be cut in the areas as
highlighted in green.
B
D C
G - 70mm cavity between walls or as required. Cavity to be

filled after concrete has set within Dincel walls.
H - Form concrete pad trowelled to shape. Once cured,
provide waterproofing membrane to top surface.
I - Granular backfill to support drainage.
J - Retained earth.
waterproofed..

B.7.4. DIAPHRAGM TERRACED
I
A - Dincel Walls
details.
H
waterproofed as required.
A G
E - Drainage as required
F
F - Perpendicular Dincel walls to form diaphragm (refer to
plan view below). Consult project design engineer for
design and detailing.
REFER ENGINEERING DETAIL
D E
B C
G - Retained earth.
waterproofed.

B.8. Balustrades
B.8.1 BALUSTRADES
A - Dincel Wall. K
B - Concrete slab to engineer’s details.

H
C - Deck formwork, with drip groove cast in.
D - Dincel profiles cut at bottom for connection to slab.
E - PVC overflow cast into balustrade if required.
F - Starter bars tied to slab reinforcement. Dincel panels are A
to be installed by sliding down from above bar position.

G - Temporary bracing to deck as required. G J
H - Capping to top of wall (such as folded metal cap or block

coping). If capping not used (i.e. render), surface must be
adequately waterproofed. F
I - 25mm x 25mm EA PVC glued to balustrade corner if

required. B
E
J - Optional finish to external and internal faces for aesthetic
purposes.
D
K - Handrail if required.
NOTE: Detail shows a monolithic pour. If Dincel wall is provided
ontop of slab, then the exterior joint created will need to
be aesthetically finished and waterproofed. Height of I C
balustrade as per designer requirements.

B.9. Warehouse & Factory
B.9.1. DADO (UPSTAND) WALLS
A - Dincel Wall with infused footing.
C - Concrete slab to engineer’s detail.
D - Temporary “chocks” to contain concrete within footing
trench.
E - Core 90mm max holes @ 333mm centres to allow
concrete to fill trench to form infused footing for Dincel
Wall.
F - Min. 450mm wide x 400mm deep continuous trench.
100mm Densely Graded Base to seat Dincel panels.
G - Isolated pad footing for structural steel frame (prior dado
wall being installed).
H - Wall sheeting.
I - Permanent girt for propping Dincel wall prior concrete
infilling.
J - Toe mould flashing.
K - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes.
L - Portal frame column.

B.9. WAREHOUSE & FACTORY CONTINUED
B.9.2. FULL HEIGHT WALLS

A - Dincel Wall.
C - Starter bars as per engineer’s detail.
E - Dincel wall can extend up if required. Box gutter, eave
detail and wall capping to top should be considered at this
location to suit.
F - Roof structure (rafters or trusses).
G - Welded plate and fixings to connect steel columns to
Dincel wall (see below plan view for illustrative purposes).
Fixing type and spacings as per structural engineer’s
detail.

I - SHS, RHS or I section steel column to carry roof members
and provide bracing during erection of Dincel walls.
NOTE: All slab steps should be designed in increments of
150mm to avoid alignment issues of web holes.

B.9.3. INTERNAL WALLS B.9.4. INTERNAL WALLS ALTERNATE DETAIL
A - Dincel Wall. A - Dincel Wall.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
C - Strip footing to engineer’s details. C - Strip footing to engineer’s details.
D - Subgrade soil. D - Subgrade soil.
E - Starter bars to engineer’s details. Starter bars are tied to E - Starter bars, as specified by structural engineer. Starter
footing by either casting in or drill & epoxy. bars are tied to footing by either casting in or drill & epoxy.
F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall F - D-ANG50 PVC Angle or 100x75 timber as a temporary wall
restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab. restraint, suitably fixed to the wall and slab.
G - Membrane/underlay to slab as required. G - Membrane/underlay to slab as required.
H - Concrete floor slab. NOTE: All footing steps should be designed in increments of
NOTE: All footing steps should be designed in increments of
A
A
E B
B
D F H
E
F C
D G

B.10. Tanks & Pits
B.10.1. TANKS & PITS TANK HEIGHT DINCEL PROFILE
The below detail can be utilised where there is no external water
pressure (subject to Design Engineers approval). However, it is Up to 2.1m 110, 155, 200 or 275
recommended to incorporate item E (DWS + hob) and item G B A
With slab over 200 or 275

(hose + injection material) to add extra waterproofing provisions C D
(refer to section B.6.4) rather than relying on the internal applied or ring beam
2.1m to
B A
membrane system alone.

2.7m
C D
Cantilever tank 275

A - Dincel Wall.
walls
Greater than 2.7m 275
C - Optional hob (to assist structurally, particularly when drill
Note: The profile used Dincel water tanks or pits is
& epoxy starter bars are used). Alternatively, use D-ANG50 dependent upon on requirements from the structural
as a temporary wall restraint. engineer. A guide has been provided to the right taking
D - Starter bars, as specified by structural engineer. Starter into account a typical scenario.
bars are tied to slab by either casting in or drill & epoxy.
E - Hydrophilic waterstop. Successful use of waterstops
is workmanship dependant. Affecting factors include B.10.2. EXAMPLE TANK SHAPES
uneven/unsuitable slab surface, incorrect splicing Square or Rectangular Tank/Pit Circular Tank/Pit
technique and exposure to moisture before concreting.
F - MS Polymer sealant or equivalent. Min 25mm triangular
bead to form waterproof seal. Ensure that sealant is
compressed in between angle and Dincel panels.
G - D-ANG50 as a temporary or permanent wall restraint,
suitably fixed to the wall and slab. Guide track accessory
(P-G) must strictly not be used for waterproof applications.
H - Waterproof membrane applied to slab and minimum
300mm up Dincel wall face.
I - Liquid contained by tank (e.g. water). . Rounded Corners

underneath wall. A
I
NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) use is recommended

C
using following detail.

C
D E F G H
D E F G H
D E F G H

B.11. pools
Details shown in the following are for in-ground pools.
B.11.2. CORNERS
NOTE: Adopt lift pit/tanks & pits details for above ground pools. When Dincel 200 or 275 is
used, curved corners can be
B.11.1. CONSTRUCTION utilised and are recommended
A - Dincel Wall. for extra aesthetic appeal and
ease of cleaning. For radius Radius
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. arrangements, please refer to
C - 25mm min compacted levelling sand bed in conjunction Section B.14.
with membrane/underlay underneath slab as required.
D - Existing soil (excavated). B.11.3. MONOLITHIC POUR
E - Soil fill, after adequate curing of concrete. A - Dincel Wall.
F - Internal and external temporary bracing (as designed by B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
engineer).
C - Cast in L-bars.
G - Structural concrete coping required.
D - Adequate temporary bracing and support provided to base
H - Pool plumbing cast into wall. Note: any penetrations into of panel.
wall must be adequately waterproofed through the use of
E - Cut internal polymer face and portion of webbing to allow
sealant or membranes.
for monolithic pour.
I - Waterproofing membrane to slab and min 300mm up
F - Concrete slab for pool base, thickness and steel
Dincel wall.
reinforcement as required by structural engineer.
J - Render or tile for aesthetic purposes.
G - Curved/cove edging can be provided if required for pool
K - Monolithic pour between wall and slab junction for cleaners and achieved by a trowel/screed finish to the
enhanced waterproofing. Refer to detail B.11.3. edges. For a larger radius, curved formwork shuttering can
NOTE: Use of waterproofing admixtures in concrete for Dincel be used instead.
wall and slab are optional and can be used as an H - Waterproofing membrane to slab and min 300mm up
additional waterproofing measure. Dincel wall.
I - Render or tile finish for aesthetic purposes.
F G
A
B
E H C
D
D
J
I
A
B G H
K
C I
E F

B.11. POOLS CONTINUED B.12. Channels
B.11.4. TWO PART POUR B.12. CHANNELS
A - Dincel Wall. A - Dincel Wall, typically 110, 155 or 200 depending on
dimension ‘D’.
B - Surrounding soil.
C - Cast-in or drill & epoxy starter bars.
C - In-ground height is dependent on profile thickness and
D - Plywood formwork shutter can be used to support wall
channel loading (as advised by project engineer).
edge temporarily.
D - Plywood formwork shutter can be used to support wall
E - Concrete slab for pool base, thickness and steel
edge temporarily.
reinforcement as required by structural engineer.
E - Holes cored from panels at regular intervals to allow for
F - Hydrophilic waterstop may be considered in addition to
the pouring and vibrating of concrete to base. Temporary
“H” for additional waterproofing measures. Successful
plywood used to cover holes when pouring sides of
use of waterstops is workmanship dependent. Affecting
channel.
factors include uneven/unsuitable slab surface, incorrect
splicing technique and exposure to moisture before F - Channel content such as storm water, waste water,
concreting. cabling, etc.
G - Curved/cove edging can be provided if required for pool NOTE: This detail is intended for applications where some
cleaners and achieved by a trowel/screed finish to the water egress is permissible. If complete waterproofing
edges. For a larger radius, curved formwork shuttering can is required, membrane entire internal face.
be used instead.
H - Waterproofing membrane to slab and min 300mm up C
I - Render or tile finish for aesthetic purposes.

J - Membrane if required
D
A B E F

B.13. Fences B.14. Curved Walls
A curved wall can be easily achieved with Dincel walling through
B.13. FENCES
the use of a P4 accessory. This accessory snaps into place and
A - Dincel Wall used as fence. each piece turns the wall by 15°. In addition to use of the P4
B - Surrounding soil. accessory, profiles can either be slightly bent or cut and pinned
at the required radius. By combining the use of accessories
C - Anchorage of wall into ground: in conjunction with bending/cutting, almost any radius
• Option 1 – Continuous trench with mass concrete infill to greater than 1.5m can be achieved. Please contact the Dincel
accommodate Dincel Wall estimation team for assistance in specifying the components
to achieve a particular radius.
• Option 2 – Dincel piers provided at required centres
(Dincel panels longer at pier locations) with mass B.14.1. 200 DINCEL – STANDARD RADII
concrete infill. Between Dincel piers, bottom of panels
flush with ground level. 90° Curved Corner
P4
x
6
D - 150mm gap underneath every second panel to allow for
concrete flow (for Option 1).
P4
x
R4
6
E - Optional finish on either side for aesthetic purposes.
50
R205
F - Capping to top of wall (such as folded metal cap or block Any Angle at 15°
R4
Increments
05
coping). If capping not used, surface must be adequately R205
waterproofed. Any Angle at 15°

Increments
NOTE: Depth and width of trench or pier is required to be

designed by the project structural engineer.
Curved Corner in 15° Increments
200P-1 + 2x200P-2
used after every 200P-4
F
200P-1 + 200P-2 used
after every 200P-4
A R1
89
5
R1
76
0
200P-1 + 2x200P-2
used after every 200P-4
200P-1 + 200P-2 used

after every 200P-4
R6
30
B C
R1
89
5
2x200P-2 used
R1 after every 200P-4
76
0
200P-2 used after

every 200P-4
D
R6
30
R
42
0

B.14. CURVED WALLS CONTINUED
B.14.2. 275 DINCEL – STANDARD RADII

90° Curved Corner
P4
(7 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24
x
6
(6 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24
P4
R4
10
x
R1
6
35
Any Angle at 15°

Increments
(5 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24
R4
10
R1
35
Any Angle at 15°

Increments
(4 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24
(3 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24
(2 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24 Curved Corner in 15°

Increments
R4
R53 01 R2
15 0 75
R658 0
5
R8040
R1
47
R9150
5
(1 x 200P-1 + 1 x 200P-4) x 24
(10 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(9 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(8 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(7 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(6 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(5 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(4 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
(3 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
R4
R5 32 R3
R64 350 0 27
(2 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24
R745 20
0
0
R2
R8520
22
0
R9520
R1
19
R10570
0
(1 x 275P-1 + 1 x 275P-4) x 24

B.15. Windows
For external window and door detailing, it is important to consult
with the manufacturer as to their specifications for detailing
and installation. For most cases, the manufacturers standard
detailing for a conventional concrete wall, block wall, or precast
wall can be replicated. The details below
have been based upon instructions from
the Australia Glass & Window Association
B A
(AGWA) for solid masonry construction,
which can also be applied to Dincel walling.
An instructional video from AGWA can be
SCAN HERE
viewed by scanning the QR Code: F HEAD E
I
B.15.1. CONVENTIONAL DETAIL
SILL
A - Horizontal steel reinforcement used above opening to act
J
as lintel, as detailed by structural engineer.
B - If P-TC accessory used for concrete pour, remove before H
D
window installation if required. Note: refer to Section
F.11.4 for opening bracing details.
C - Window sub-sill, fixed and sealed to opening. Packers
used underneath as required. K C
D - 150mm gap underneath every second panel to allow for
concrete flow (for Option 1).
E - Window sub-head, fixed and sealed to opening.
F - Window frame as specified for project installed into sub-
head and against angles.
G - Decorative angles fixed and sealed to window frame.
H - Insulation and plasterboard finish on internal face of wall
J
as required.
I - Timber used as required underneath window reveals.
C
J - Window reveal in desired finish (i.e. timber or
plasterboard).
K - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes. JAMB
NOTE: Any exposed concrete surrounds of opening must be
waterproofed using an appropriate membrane to F
AS 4654.2 B G

B.15. WINDOWS CONTINUED
B.15.2. ALTERNATE DETAIL (PREFERRED)

For increased weatherproofing performance, rebates can be
casted into the Dincel walling using conventional formwork
such as plywood sheeting and timber.
A - 25mm window head rebate cast into Dincel wall. Dincel

panels are to be cut and braced as detailed within Section C
F.11.4.
B - Min 10° slope to window sill cast into Dincel wall. Dincel
A
panels are to be cut and braced as detailed within Section HEAD F
F.11.4. D
J H
C - Horizontal steel reinforcement used above opening to act
SILL
as lintel, as detailed by structural engineer.
E
L
D - Finish used for exposed concrete surface, dependant on
finish to Dincel wall, such as angle, flashing, render or paint
finish.
B
E - Sub-sill flashing (aluminium, pressed metal or uPVC). K
Arrangement may alter from detail depending on window
type. M I
F - Window sub-head fixed into Dincel wall after concrete has
set. Packers used as required for installation.
G - Waterstop angles, installed and sealed as required before
window installation.
H - Window frame as specified for project installed into sub-
head and against angles.
I - Waterstop angles, installed and sealed as required after L
window installation.
I
J - Sealant with backing rod used as required. G
K - Insulation and plasterboard finish on internal face of wall
as required. JAMB
L - Window reveal in desired finish (i.e. timber or

plasterboard).
M - Optional finish for aesthetic purposes. D
NOTE: Any exposed concrete surrounds of opening must be
waterproofed using a paint membrane to AS 4654.2 A

B.16. Fire Doors
Fire door details and installation instructions must be obtained
B.16.2. RETROFITTED FRAME
from the selected door manufacturer, the below demonstrates
generic details only. Certification for the door frame must be A - Dincel Wall. If required cut profiles to door opening width
obtained from the door manufacturer. The fire performance (refer to Section F.11.4 for instructions).
of cast in door frames within Dincel walls replicates that of B - Temporary Dincel Screw-On Cap used for during pour
conventional concrete walls. Note: galvanised or suitably (suitably braced). Screw-On Cap to be removed before
protected frames are recommended for frame durability. installation of retrofitted door frame.
B.16.1. CAST-IN FRAME C - Suitable fixings for door frame, as specified by door
manufacturer.
DINCEL PROFILE DIMENSION ‘D’ D - Grout infill door frame. Grouting tubes to be cast into
110 113 Dincel wall above door to accommodate grout.
155 157 E - Door frame width to suit Dincel profile.
200 202
275 277
A - Dincel Wall. If required cut profiles to door opening

width (refer to Section F.11.4. for instructions). Concrete E
between door frame and wall to be monolithic (poured
simultaneously).
B - Rebate in door frame for accommodation of plasterboard.
Rebate can be omitted where plasterboard finish is not
required or for square set finish.
A
C - Screw in steel door frame to Dincel panel for temporary
restraint during concrete pour.
D - Distance between internal faces of flanges to match
Dincel profile and allow for site tolerances. See below for
C
recommended sizes:
D
B
B C

B.17. Services
B.17.1. CAVITIES B.17.2. CAST-IN CONDUITS OR PIPES
A - Dincel Wall. A - Dincel Wall.
B - Concrete floor slab. B - Cast in electrical conduit of required diameter, to
accommodate wiring which can be chased through the
C - Electrical or plumbing services chased through ceiling
wall after concreting.
cavity and down wall cavity. Dedicated cavity ensures that
services can be changed, repaired, inspected, added or C - Conduit connected to electrical wall mounting box, to
removed at any time. allow for installation of GPO or lighting.
D - Wall cavity created by furring channels affixed to Dincel D - Cast in PVC pipe of required diameter, to accommodate
wall via clips. Alternatively, chase cabling within Dincel 200 PEX plumbing pipes (or similar) which can be chased
service channels (requires triangular section to be cut/ through the wall after concreting.
removed following concrete pour).
E - Recessed plumbing outlet box cast into wall allowing for
E - Wall cavity created by discontinuous stud frame, plumbing connection point.
constructed from either timber or steel studs.
F - Pipes & conduits cast into floor slab, or alternatively, below
F - Plasterboard finish for internal walls. soffit level if a ceiling cavity is available.
NOTE: Conduits and pipes to be temporarily secured by tying to
Dincel internal webs. This should be carried out before
snapping/sliding panel into position.
NOTE: Cast-in services must be spaced so that they are min.
150mm clear from each other in any direction (in order
to allow for adequate concrete flow and compaction).
B NOTE: The effect of cast in chasers and services must
C C
be considered by the project structural engineer in
Stud Furring accordance with the requirements of AS3600.
Frame Channels
E
D
F F
D B
Plumbing Electrical
Services Services
A C

B.18. Penetrations
B.18.1. FIRE PROTECTED
The Dincel walling system has been tested with various
penetration types by Warringtonfire. In the tests, TBA Firefly
and Hilti fire protection products were applied directly onto the
Dincel polymer skin or wall (such as fire collars, intumescent
sealants, plug and wrap products). It was verified that the
Dincel polymer skin and webbing does not unduly affect the
FRL in comparison to an equivalent conventional concrete wall.
Please contact us before installation to obtain a copy of the
assessment reports. The reports specify achievable FRLs for
the scenarios detailed below.
Penetration types within the Warringtonfire report(s)

• Blank Openings
• Single Electrical Cables
• Cable Bundles
• Cable Trays
• Steel Conduits
• uPVC Conduits
• Plastic Conduits No requirement to remove Dincel skin underneath fire
penetration products when installed in accordance with
• PEX Pipes
Warringtonfire report(s).
• uPVC Pipes
• Metal Pipes
Where the Warringtonfire test reports do not cover a particular
• Insulated metal pipes
application, the Dincel polymer skin can simply be removed
• Insulated plastic pipes underneath the fire protection product (i.e. underneath fire
• Timber and Steel beams collar or intumescent sealant). This will allow the fire protection
product to be applied directly onto concrete and therefore
compared to a conventional concrete wall, the same conditions
are replicated. The FRL and test data for a conventional
concrete wall can then be utilised.

B.18. PENETRATIONS CONTINUED
B.18.2. FIRE DAMPER B.18.3. GENERAL PIPE PENETRATION

Where fire damper cast into wall: A - Dincel Wall. Hole saw used to cut neat hole which is
• Solid concrete embedment ensures BCA DTS slightly larger than the pipe diameter. If any webbing is cut,
compliance. Fire damper results for conventional additional bracing may need to be provided to the required
concrete wall can be utilised. area.
Where fire damper retrofitted: B - Insert PVC or metal pipe before pouring concrete and cast
into wall.
• Option 1: Use TBA Firefly Insubatt around damper
opening, in accordance with product specifications and C - If wall is required to be waterproof, provide MS polymer
Warringtonfire report sealant or waterproofing membrane to the joint area
on each wall face. Alternatively for PVC pipes, use PVC
• Option 2: Remove Dincel polymer skin where fire damper
solvent cement glue.
makes contact with wall to ensure any sealant or grout
contacts concrete core directly. Fire damper results for
conventional concrete wall can then be utilised.
For guidance on how to cast in a square or rectangular opening,
see Section F.11.4.

B.19. Joints
B.19.1. FIRE PROTECTED
The Dincel walling system has been tested for junctions with various other fire rated walling types by Warringtonfire. In the tests,
Hilti and TBA Firefly fire protection products were applied directly onto the Dincel polymer skin or wall. It was verified that the Dincel
polymer skin and webbing does not unduly affect the FRL in comparison to an equivalent conventional concrete wall. Please contact
us before installation to obtain a copy of the assessment reports. The report specifies FRLs for the scenarios detailed below.
JOINT TYPES WITHIN THE Scan QR Code to see Dincel-Hilti Joints

WARRINGTONFIRE REPORT(S) Fire Test (AS 1530.4)
Dincel-to-Dincel Wall
Steel Stud Wall lined with plasterboard
Concrete Wall
SCAN HERE
Masonry Wall
Block Wall
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (e.g. Hebel) Wall
Large expansion or service joints to slabs and walls
(either horizontal or vertical)
No requirement to remove Dincel skin underneath fire
penetration products when installed in accordance with
Warringtonfire report(s).
Where the Warringtonfire test reports do not cover a particular

application, the Dincel polymer skin can simply be removed
underneath the fire protection product (i.e. underneath the
intumescent sealant). This will allow the fire protection product
to be applied directly onto concrete and therefore compared
to a conventional concrete wall, the same conditions are
replicated. The FRL and test data for a conventional concrete
wall can then be utilised.
B.20. Concrete Mix Design

B.20.1. CONCRETE MIX SPECIFICATION
Concrete mixes are specified by the project’s consulting structural engineer to suit project requirements. The concrete must consist
of a high degree of workability and flow to ensure that air voids do not occur. The use of Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) has been
tested with Dincel and is highly recommended. High-slump conventional concrete can also be used, however it must comply with
the specification below and must be vibrated adequately.
SELF-COMPACTING CONCRETE (SCC) HIGH-SLUMP CONCRETE

Aggregate Size Maximum 10mm Maximum 10mm
Concrete Spread/Slump Nominal 680mm spread Nominal 220mm (min. 180mm at truck discharge )
Max Spread/Slump Tolerance ± 50mm ± 40mm
No vibration required (self-compacting. Refer

Compaction Method Must vibrate, please refer to section F.12.4 for vibration details
to section 12.4)
Characteristic Strength (MPa) As required by design engineer As required by design engineer
As nominated by concrete manufacturer and/

Cement Type And Mix Additives As nominated by concrete manufacturer and/or design engineer
or design engineer

B.21. DINCEL WALL JUNCTIONS
B.21.1. DINCEL CLIP-ON END CAP AT “T” JUNCTION B.21.2. “T” JUNCTION / BLADE NIB WALL
A - Existing Dincel or concrete wall A - Dincel or formed wall.
B - Dowel connection (drill and epoxy). Away from panel joints B - Hook bar reinforcement.
where permissible.
C - Connecting Dincel wall.
D - Vertical bracing. Refer to section F11 for various bracing
D - Vertical bracing. Refer to section F11 for various bracing configurations.
configurations.
E - Screw-on Cap to finish wall (capping off cut panels if
E - Screw-on Cap to finish wall (capping off cut panels if required). Screws provided at max:
required). Screws provided at max:
- 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall
- 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall
For an external or exposed wall, galvanised or stainless-
For an external or exposed wall, galvanised or stainless- steel screws must be used to prevent corrosion
steel screws must be used to prevent corrosion
F - Dincel Guide Track or Screw-On Cap. Core holes for hook
F - Clip-On End Cap. Screws provided at max: bar reinforcement and concrete placement.
- 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall Screws provided at max:
- 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall - 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall
For an external or exposed wall, galvanised or stainless- - 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall
G - Bracing required on opposite end of T-Junction to prevent steel screws must be used to prevent corrosion
bulging. For bracing and installation details refer to section
G - Bracing required on opposite end of T-Junction to prevent
F.11.7.
F.11.7.

B.21.3. FIRE COMPARTMENTS (CONCRETE TO CONCRETE)
A - Existing concrete wall.
B - Dowel connection (drill and epoxy). Away from panel joints
where permissible.
D - Vertical bracing. Refer to section F11 for various bracing
configurations.
E - Screw-on Cap to finish wall (capping off cut panels if
required). Screws provided at max:
F - Screws provided to D-ANG50 angle at max:
G - Bracing required on opposite end of T-Junction to prevent
F.11.7.

FINISHING
CONTENTS
C1.
Bare 66
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C2. Paint 66
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C3. Render 66
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C4. Plasterboard 69
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C5. Cladding, Tiling and Other 70

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C6. Wall Terminations 73
C. FINISHING 65
Finishing
The following are typical ways to finish Dincel surfaces after the concrete within has cured. The project architect or designer shall
determine what type of finish and tolerances is required in project documentation.
Typically, surface finishes should be viewed from a distance and as a whole. This should not be less than 2m or the closest distance
from which the subject area will normally be observed when the project is completed (AS 3610.1:2018).
When using straight edges to check for any deflections, it should be placed away from any penetrations or accessories that form
part of the wall.
C.1. BARE
Dincel walls in their bare/raw format present as a clean and maintenance
free off-white surface. It has a slightly rippled modular appearance which
provides a permanent feature whenever an architectural surface finish is not
required. This typically includes applications such as basement walls, stair
shaft walls, retaining walls, planter boxes and many others.
• For information about tolerances of the surface finish, please refer to

Section D.10.1
• For information about the UV resistance of the Dincel polymer, please
refer to Section D.9.2.
• For information about patching of any damaged bare surface, please
refer to Section F.13.
• For information about cleaning bare Dincel panels, please refer to
Section F.14.
C.2. PAINT
The Dincel surface can receive a direct paint application with a PVC
compatible paint system. It is required to follow the specifications of the
particular paint system being used as application methods may vary.
Typically, most paint systems consist of a primer and top coats which are
applied on by roller or spray. It is important that the paint has sufficient
elastomeric properties in order to span over Dincel panel joints and prevent
paint cracking. The same elastomeric properties required for render (as
discussed in Section C.3) can also be considered for paint. The paint should be
compatible with PVC as a substrate.
After painting, Dincel panel joints will still be visible. If a less modular
appearance is desired, a textured or stencil paint can assist in hiding the panel
joints.
In accordance with C1.14 of the NCC (Volume 1), a paint is considered an
ancillary element and can be used on an external wall which requires to be
non-combustible.
C.3. RENDER
The Dincel polymer surface can receive a direct render application with a PVC compatible render system. It is required to follow the
specifications of the particular render system being used as application methods may vary depending on the manufacturer and
type. Note that Dincel is not a render manufacturer or applicator, however the following information is provided to assist and guide
Dincel users only.

C.3.1. SUITABLE TYPES OF RENDER
When selecting a render manufacturer, it is strongly recommended to check the following:
Warranty Application
The manufacturer for the render system selected is able • Render should be applied through the use
to offer a warranty covering cracking and delamination, of applicators accredited with the render
and provide custom written specifications for the specific manufacturer only.
application onto Dincel walling for the project.
• Preparation of the Dincel surface, by either lightly
Properties scuffing or applying a roll-on primer (depending on
• Adhesion/compatibility with PVC: Render systems render manufacturer requirements).
which provide adequate adhesion with the PVC are • Application consists multiple layers such as a high
typically 100% acrylic-based renders. These form build, texture coating, paint, heat reflective coating, etc.
a strong chemical bond with the PVC to prevent • Render system is provided with crack/expansion joints
delamination.
Thickness
• Elasticity: The render system has sufficient elasticity Appropriate render thickness is selected to take into
to span over the Dincel panel joints in order to prevent account:
cracking. The amount of elasticity required depends
• Requirements to prevent cracking
on the colour selected, refer to information in
Section C.3.3. • Render colour being used (darker colours require
thicker render)
• Heat Resistance: Sun-ray reflectors within the paint
• Minor corrections of walls which are not perfectly
coat are highly recommended for dark colours or
plumb or straight.
those exposed to North and West facing walls.
enerally, a suitable render thickness is a minimum
G
In addition, some render systems may contain
of 10mm.
insulating polystyrene balls within the filler layer.
Fire Compliance
If the render is proposed to be used on an external wall of a Class 2-9 (type A or B) building, seek a render system which has
been subject to large scale façade tests (i.e. AS5113/BS8414) or is classified as non-combustible.
C.3.2. BENEFITS OF RENDERING ONTO DINCEL

Rendering onto a Dincel surface is in-fact commonly superior to rendering
onto conventional porous materials (such as fibre-cement, brick, block &
concrete) for the following reasons:
• The Dincel walling system is proven to be waterproof for up to 6m
of water head pressure, inclusive of panel joints. Therefore:
- T
here is no requirement to wait for curing or drying out before
application of the render (depending on the render colour and
wall conditions, read Section C.3.1)
- T
he wall is not susceptible to varying humidity or wetting/
drying which may affect the render system
• The render applied onto Dincel is for aesthetic purposes only, and
is not required for waterproofing or protecting the wall.
• Any shrinkage cracks which occur within the concrete infill does
not carry through to the render (the micro-cracks which occur due
to the Dincel crack-inducing webs are within the concrete only).
C. FINISHING 67
C.3. RENDER CONTINUED
C.3.3. PREVENTION OF CRACKING

C.3.3.1. Building Design C.3.3.4. Concrete Moisture Content
Movement in a building’s walls caused by factors such as When a concrete wall is exposed to a high amount of heat
foundation/slab settlement, nearby trees, leaking sewer/ (such as from a north or west facing wall with a dark colour),
stormwater pipes, new neighbouring developments, or similar any excessive moisture from the concrete is drawn to the warm
can result in cracking of the render. Any wall which is to receive surface and eventually escapes. When the wall has a paint or
a render finish must be designed adequately to prevent the render finish applied, this may result in peeling, bubbling or
above building movement, and the building is provided with the flaking of the finish. This same phenomenon can still occur
necessary construction or expansion joints. with Dincel Walling, however in a different manner.
C.3.3.2. Thermal Effects Dincel panel joints have been verified as waterproof for up to
It is important for the render manufacturer to consider the 6m of water head pressure by CSIRO (refer to Section D.4).
effects of thermal expansion of the substrate. Dincel panel In addition, the Dincel polymer vapour transmission rate was
joints, located at either 275mm or 333mm centres, when left found to be 180 times better than the requirement for flexible
bare have been designed to accommodate approximately waterproofing membranes. When a Dincel wall is exposed to
1.5mm of movement at each joint. As a result, bare Dincel a high amount of heat from the sun, this may lead to some
walls have successfully been constructed up to 300m long pressure build-up due to excess moisture within the walls which
without any vertical expansion joints. However, when render is escape through the panel joints as a vapour. This is possible as
applied the 1.5mm gap at each joint is blocked and as a result although the panel joints are waterproof, they are not resistant
the render will crack if not provided with adequate elasticity to pressurised vapour. Escape of vapour can predominantly
performance and separate articulation joints. be expected in the early stages (after concrete infill) when the
concrete is still undergoing curing.
The degree of elasticity required depends on the sun exposure
of the wall and the colour - dark colours attract significantly When Dincel walls do not contain a render finish, this is not
more heat than light colours and therefore require more joints a concern as the vapour can slowly escape through the
and elasticity. Where dark colours are proposed, it is important panel joints. However, when a render is applied, the vapour
to work in close communication with the render manufacturer transmission at Dincel joints is significantly reduced. As the
as to the specifications required. pressurised vapour tries to escape, it leaves the potential for
panel joints to move outwards (ridging).
C.3.3.3.Joints in Render In order to reduce the likelihood of render cracking or ridging,
Although the Dincel wall itself does not require joints for crack- particularly for dark coloured renders with full sun exposure:
control purposes (for the concrete infill), the same does not
apply for render systems. Joints in the render should be as • It is essential to protect the top of the wall through the
specified by the render manufacturer – as an example, typically use of a capping, such as the Dincel Screw-On Cap
provided at 5m centres or at wall openings as a 5mm wide accessory (P-TC), stone capping or metal to prevent
groove joint. rainwater from entering into the system.
• Use of a thicker render (i.e. >10mm generally) and
possibly a render mesh to provide greater resistance
against cracking and ridging.
• Provide consistent and regular joints within the render
• Wait a minimum of 4 weeks prior to the application of
render to allow the concrete to adequately cure
• Use a concrete mix with a low water-to-cement ratio.
Although Dincel recommends a high slump concrete be
used, this should be achieved through
the use of admixtures rather than the
addition of extra water.
• For further information on this topic,
please refer to the ‘Render Cracking’
document which can be accessed by
scanning the following QR Code. SCAN HERE

C.4. Plasterboard
C.4.1. DIRECT FIX
Plasterboard can be directly fixed onto Dincel walling. Please check with the plasterboard manufacturer as to their recommendations
regarding fixing methods, as this may vary between brands or types. For direct fixing of plasterboard, as a guide the maximum
deviation of the Dincel surface should not exceed 4mm over a 1.8m straight edge. This will control the thickness of daub glue that
is required and will assist in reaching a satisfactory finish. To achieve this, it is important that care is taken during installation and
concreting, particularly the adherence of pour rates specified in Section F.12.2 of this manual.
Specifications for Knauf plasterboard is provided below for guidance purposes (please confirm details with selected plasterboard
3.1.3 PLASTERBOARD WITH MASONRY WALLS
manufacturer):
tallation Plasterboard Fixing
KNAUF PLASTERBOARD
3.1.3 PLASTERBOARD WITH MASONRY WALLS
INSTALLATION Plasterboard fixing
FIGURE 5 Non-Fire Rated 1 Layer – Horizontal (For fire rated installation use figure 4)
FIGURE 5 Non-Fire
Non-Fire Rated MethodRated
1 Layer – to 1 Layer - Horizontal
Horizontal
Screw and Adhesive concrete filled PVC permanent formwork
Screw and Adhesive Method to concrete ﬁlled PVC permanent formwork
Sealant If required, use sealant
Butt Joints Form mid-way between Dincel Screw into Dincel joint using to maintain acoustic integrity
joints. Fix at 300mm max centres. 25mm coarse thread screws
Stagger by 333mm min on adjoining sheets
10 - 50mm
600mm
max
200mm
max 200mm min
300mm
max
Sheet Edges
333mm Fix screws 10 - 50mm
from sheet edges
100mm
10-15mm
333mm 333mm
300mm max
Openings
666mm Corners 300mm max
max 300mm max
Adhesive !00mm wide strip of 10 - 50mm

Knauf’s MastaGrip Stud Screw ﬁx into
Adhesive, applied using a 6mm Dincel joint Dincel joints only
notched trowel.
C. FINISHING 69
C.4. PLASTERBOARD CONTINUED
C.4.2. FURRING CHANNEL OR STUD FRAME

A plasterboard finish can also be achieved by firstly creating a
cavity using either furring channels or a stud frame.
• Furring Channels – Furring channel clips can be fixed

directly into the concrete infill of a Dincel wall through the
use of suitable masonry/concrete anchors. Once furring
channels are attached to the clips, plasterboard can be
mounted onto the furring channels.
• Stud Frame – A stud frame can be built directly in front of
the Dincel wall, either from a timber or steel construction.
This option is preferred for where discontinuous
construction is required for acoustic purposes. Once
the stud frame is constructed, the plasterboard can be
mounted directly onto the stud frame.
Example of furring channel attachment onto Dincel walling
C.5. Cladding, Tiling & Other

There is a wide range of cladding materials available which can be used to provide an aesthetic finish to a Dincel wall. With any
cladding, it is important to check that the material is compliant with NCC fire requirements for the application it is being used in.
Examples of the most common cladding materials have been provided below:
Stone cladding
Board/Sheet cladding systems ‘Green Wall’ (live vegetation)

Timber cladding Brick cladding systems
Weathered ‘Corten’ steel cladding Profiled/corrugated steel cladding
Insulated panel cladding systems Tiles
C. FINISHING 71
C.5. CLADDING, TILING & OTHER CONTINUED
C.5.1. MECHANICAL ATTACHMENT C.5.2. ADHESIVE ATTACHMENT

Most cladding types should be fixed onto Dincel walling using Where materials are directly fixed to the Dincel wall using
mechanical fixings. This will ensure longevity and prevent adhesive, the adhesive specifications should be checked
delamination of the cladding materials during a fire scenario to ensure it is compatible with PVC as a substrate. Use of
(as opposed to using adhesives). Cladding can be mechanically adhesives as an attachment method should only be considered
attached to Dincel walling through one of the following methods: for internal areas or where mechanical fixing is not a possibility.
When relying upon adhesives as an attachment method for
• Top Hats: For board and sheet type cladding systems,
façade walls, the following should be considered:
typically these are fixed onto steel top hats. The top hats
can be anchored directly into the concrete infill of Dincel • Risk of delamination of cladding due to a fire event
walling in either a vertical or horizontal orientation. The (as adhesive will melt)
cavity created will enable a provision for services, allow
• Longevity of adhesive
for some minor plumbness adjustments and also provide
an additional weatherproofing barrier. Use of adhesives are generally only recommended for where
a tile finish is required on Dincel walls (such as for some wet
• Stone Clips: For stone cladding, typically these are fixed areas and pools). It is important to check that the tile adhesive
using proprietary stone clips which are directly anchored system is compatible with PVC as a substrate.
into the concrete infill of Dincel walling.
• Direct Fixing: Cladding can also be directly anchored
onto Dincel walling using concrete fixings.

C.6. Wall Terminations
C.6.1. WALL ENDS C.6.2. WALL TOP
Where the sides of a Dincel wall are exposed and aesthetics Where the top of a Dincel wall is exposed, consideration should
are of concern, consideration should be given regarding how be given regarding how this edge is to be finished. Internal
such ends are to be finished. Dincel panel web holes will still Dincel panel webbing will still be visible from the top when
be visible with unfinished wall ends. Where render or cladding left unfinished. If the wall is exposed to rain or subterranean
is added to the wall system, finishing of wall ends is more conditions (and uncapped), the top surface should be treated
straight forward as the same finish can be applied. Where no and provided with a protective barrier in order to prevent water
finish additional finish is applied, the following options can be ingress. In all cases, the following options can be considered:
considered:
• Option A – Use of stone capping, installed after concrete
• Option A – Use of Dincel Screw-On Cap or Clip-On End pour and secured to Dincel wall.
Cap accessories. Where these accessories are used,
• Option B – Folded metal ‘C’ sections (i.e. metal coping)
they require to be braced prior to concreting as per
installed after concrete pour. Screws provided at every
Section F.11.5 in order to prevent bulging.
panel joint on both sides.
• Option B - For walls which may be subject to future
impact (i.e. carpark blade walls or warehouse/
manufacturing applications), folded metal ‘C’ sections or
similar (min 3mm thick) can be cast into the wall ends. Selected wall
This will provide an appropriate finish, impact protection top detail
and temporary bracing against concrete. Metal section
should be screwed to wall end at 150mm centres.
• Option C – Retrofitted folded metal ‘C’ sections (i.e.
metal coping) installed after concrete set. This option is
well suited to where the wall ends have been braced by
the Stop End accessory or other means.
Selected
wall end
detail
C. FINISHING 73
COMPLIANCE &
PERFORMANCE
CONTENTS
D1.
Compliance Summary 76
________
D2. Fire Compliance 79

________
D3. Acoustic 83
________
D4. Waterproofing 85
________
D5. Concrete Curing 86

________
D6. Thermal 87
________
D7. Environment & Health 88

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D8. Termite Resistance 92

________
D9. Durability 94
________
D10. Formwork 97
D. COMPLIANCE & PERFORMANCE 75

D.1. COMPLIANCE SUMMARY
EVIDENCE OF SUITABILITY
REQUIREMENT
STANDARD/REPORT TYPE AUTHORITY DESCRIPTION DOC NO.
Certification of the Dincel Wall
VARIOUS FIRE CodeMark Certification SAI Global System for internal and external CM20242
loadbearing walls
Testing of full-scale Dincel

BS 8414-2 Test Report Warringtonfire RTF180124
façade wall
Passed all performance criteria

BR 135 Classification Report Warringtonfire RTF180124
of BR135
AS 5113 Classification Report Warringtonfire Assessment against 8 criteria RTF180124

SPREAD
OF FIRE Omnii
Evidence of Suitability Report
Evidence of Suitability Report Consulting Fire 7147101
for External Dincel Walls
Engineers
Building
Accreditation for external walls
Regulations
BRAC Accreditation – use where a non-combustible 170173v2
Advisory
external wall is required
Committee
The Dincel polymer provides

better flammability resistance
FLAMMABILITY C1.9 Material Comparison Warringtonfire compared to paper faced RTF200276
plasterboard (a material
permitted under C1.9)
FIRE
Dincel polymer webs do not

Assessment Letter Warringtonfire adversely affect the FRL FAS190305
FRL (FIRE performance of the wall
RATING)
200mm Dincel - 240/240/240
AS 1530.4-2014 Report CSIRO FCO-2674
FRL
Group Number - 1
GROUP NO. AS 5637.1 Classification Report Warringtonfire Smoke Growth Rate ASCRRTF180310
(SMOGRA) - 14
No requirement to cut away

Dincel skin underneath
Warringtonfire FAS210256
or adjacent to TBA Firefly
PENETRATIONS & Regulatory Information Report penetration and joint products
JOINTS (AS1530.4 / AS4072.1)
Warringtonfire Dincel skin underneath or FAS190234
adjacent to TBA Firefly Intubatt

AS 1530.4-2014 Assessment Dincel skin underneath Hilti
PENETRATIONS Warringtonfire FAS190067B
Report fire stopping product for
penetrations

AS 1530.4-2014 Assessment
JOINTS Warringtonfire Dincel skin underneath Hiliti fire FAS190067
Report
rated caulking for wall joints
AS 1530.8.2-2018 Assessment Dincel bushfire resistance of
BUSHFIRE CSIRO FCO-2725
Report BAL - FZ
Fumes generated from burning 7191127129
TÜV SÜD Asia
FUME TOXICITY BS 6853:199 Test Report was under international toxicity -CHM15
Pacific
thresholds/limits -TSL_CR2

REQUIREMENT
Dincel walling suitability to

University of
resist earthquakes with a
EARTHQUAKE Analysis and Test Report Technology N/A
magnitude of up to 9.0 on the
Sydney (UTS)
Richter scale
Concrete and steel

University of reinforcement within Dincel
STRUCTURAL
AS3600 Structural Engineering

New South can be designed to AS 3600, J084829
COMPLIANCE Certification
Wales (UNSW) Eurocode and other relevant
design codes.
Concrete and steel

University of reinforcement within Dincel
AS3600 Structural Engineering
Technology can be designed to AS 3600, N/A
COMPLIANCE Certification
Sydney (UTS) Eurocode and other relevant
design codes
University of
STRENGTH & Strength testing of Dincel 275
Test Report and Certification Technology N/A
PERFORMANCE for flexural, shear and stiffness
Sydney (UTS)
Dincel Structural Walling
withstands the pressures
Mahaffey of using Self Compacting
CONCRETE QUALITY Assessment Report DRM/L01/20180
Associates Concrete (SCC), ensuring no
air-voids within fully concrete
filled walls
REQUIREMENT
ATF1916,
Airborne Sound Transmission
Acoustic Tests CSIRO ATF1918,
Test
ATF1920
ACOUSTIC
Acoustic values for various

Acoustic Report Day Design 110mm Dincel walling system 5880-1.1R
arrangements
RW AND RW + Acoustic values for various
CTR VALUES Acoustic Report Day Design 155mm Dincel walling system 5880-4.1R
arrangements
Acoustic values for various

Acoustic Report Day Design 200mm Dincel walling system 5880-3.1R
arrangements
Acoustic values for all Dincel
Acoustic Report Day Design 5880-6.1R
walling systems
REQUIREMENT
BEP
Best Environmental Practice

BEST ApprovalMark (BEP) Approval covering the
ENVIRONMENTAL BEP Certificate BEP-PVC 0786
International Dincel PVC manufacture and
PRACTICE end of life management

D.1. COMPLIANCE SUMMARY CONTINUED
REQUIREMENT
Dincel panels along with

snap-joints when filled with
WATER
concrete is waterproof for up

AS 3740, ASTM E514, AS/NZS
CSIRO to 6m of water head pressure. 5091
4347.1, ASTM E96/M
Compliance with FP1.4 and
WEATHERPROOF/ FP1.7 (NCC Volume 1) and
WATERPROOF P2.4.1 (NCC Volume 2)
Compliance with FP1.4 and

Mahaffey FP1.7 (NCC Volume 1), and
Conformity Assessment 20180
Associates P2.2.2 and P2.4.1
(NCC Volume 2)
CONDENSATION
REQUIREMENT
Dincel wall systems detailed

within report deemed to meet
Assessment and Hygrothermal
CONDENSATION Fabric First performance requirements 0053
Report
FP6.1 (Volume 1) and P2.4.7
(Volume 2)
REQUIREMENT
VOC
Volatile Organic Compounds

VOLATILE (VOCs) 25 times less than
ORGANIC ASTM D5116-97 Test Certificate CETEC the Australian Green Star CV071106
COMPOUNDS rating threshold at time of
manufacture
REQUIREMENT
DURABILITY
DIESEL Dincel polymer resistance to

Test Report Australian Vinyls LTR0394
RESISTANCE diesel
Dincel polymer
PETROL Dincel polymer resistance to
Test Report Australian Vinyls resistance to
RESISTANCE petrol
petrol
Dincel polymer resistance to

ACID RESISTANCE Test Report BEAL Nitric, Hydrochloric, Sulphuric TR091102
and Phosphoric acids

D.2. FIRE COMPLIANCE
A Dincel wall consists primarily of concrete and steel reinforcement, which are safe and proven materials used within almost all
multi-storey buildings. What makes a Dincel wall unique is it also contains a stay-in-place polymer shell which is not only used for
formwork purposes but also enhances the properties of a conventional concrete wall (such as by providing waterproofing, increased
durability, crack control mechanisms, etc). The polymer material has been meticulously tested and analysed by some of Australia’s
largest NATA accredited laboratories and renowned fire professionals in order to prove its safety and compliance with the NCC/BCA.
The Dincel polymer is a proprietary formulation and significantly different to common PVC. It is comprised of certain additives
which enhances fire performance. In the event of a fire, the material safely chars and intumesces (it does not form molten droplets
or spread fire). It has been verified as suitable for use for both internal and external walling applications of all building types within
Australia (that is, Types A, B & C construction and Class 1-10 buildings).
D.2.1. CODEMARK CERTIFICATION

What is CodeMark?
The CodeMark scheme is currently the only nationally accepted process for demonstrating compliance with the BCA/NCC through
a certificate of conformity. The CodeMark scheme was developed by the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) in order to
streamline the approvals process, particularly new and innovative building materials. The ABCB states “Because the CodeMark
scheme is now embedded within State and Territory building control legislation, obtaining a CodeMark certificate of conformity for
a product or system will be the only way to gain mandatory acceptance of a product or system compliance with the BCA throughout
Australia”. To obtain a CodeMark certificate, a product must be carefully reviewed by independent certification bodies and building
professionals.
Has Dincel been issued a CodeMark Certificate?

Dincel has been issued a CodeMark Certificate of Conformity to the 2019 Amendment 1 BCA by certification body SAI Global. The
CodeMark certificate verifies that the system satisfies the relevant fire performance requirements of the 2019 BCA for both internal
and external loadbearing wall applications. To obtain the CodeMark certificate, SAI Global required the fire performance of Dincel to
be independently reviewed by a third-party fire engineer. The Dincel CodeMark Certificate in particular has no limitation or condition
to be reassessed for each and every project for compliance with CP2 (no requirement for a site-specific assessment).
In addition, SAI Global have provided an explanatory note for clarification purposes regarding C1.9(a)(i) within the certificate: “As
compliance with Performance Requirement CP2 – Spread of fire has been demonstrated for external walls, there is no need to certify
against the corresponding deemed-to-satisfy provision C1.9(a)(i) for the Dincel Wall itself.”
AUTHORITY STANDARD/REPORT TYPE REPORT/CERTIFICATE NUMBER
SAI Global CodeMark Certificate of Conformity CM20242
Furthermore, the ABCB advise that “when relying on a CodeMark Certificate to demonstrate that a performance
Solution complies with the relevant performance requirements, a construction practitioner need not undertake
the process in A2.2(4) again.”
For more information regarding CodeMark and compliance pathways, refer to the following information
published on the ABCB website:
SCAN HERE
D.2.2. BRAC ACCREDITATION

What is BRAC?
The Building Regulations Advisory Committee (BRAC) is a Victorian government body, appointed under Division 4 of Part 12 of the
Building Act 1993. As part of their role, BRAC assesses the performance of products and issues accreditation if deemed compliant
with the BCA. The VBA states the following in regards to BRAC accreditation “A certificate of building product accreditation is proof
that a product meets the performance requirements of the Regulations or the BCA. Once a product is accredited, there is no need to
prove its suitability each time building work requires a building permit.”

D.2. FIRE COMPLIANCE CONTINUED
Has Dincel been issued BRAC accreditation?

Dincel has been issued a product accreditation by BRAC. The BRAC certificate of accreditation verifies that Dincel is compliant with
the performance requirement CP2 – Spread of fire, and subsequently confirms that Dincel can be used where a non-combustible
external wall is required.
BRAC Accreditation for external walls 170173v2
D.2.3. COMPLIANCE FOR INTERNAL WALLS

The Dincel skin is classified by NATA testing laboratories as a polymer lining attached to a concrete wall. Therefore, for the internal
walls of Class 2-9 buildings, the most appropriate method to assess the fire hazard properties is in accordance with the DTS provision
specification C1.10, Clause 4, of the NCC. This clause of the BCA requires a Group number which is determined in accordance with
AS 5637.1.
For most permanent formwork systems, AS 5637.1 requires a large scale AS ISO 9705 room test to be carried out. Dincel was
subject to this test by Warringtonfire Victoria in 2019, where:
• A Group number classification of 1 was achieved. A Group 1 classification is the highest rating and permits a material to
be used in critical applications such as fire-isolated exits and fire control rooms (in accordance with the BCA, Specification
C1.10, Clause 4).
• A SMOGRA (smoke growth rate index) of 14 was achieved, which is over 7 times less than the requirement specified in the
BCA, Specification C1.10, Clause 4.
Therefore, Dincel walls are compliant with the DTS provisions for all internal wall applications of a building. As verification of
suitability for all internal walls, please refer to the Dincel CodeMark certificate issued by SAI Global.
Warringtonfire AS5637.1 Classification Report (Test to AS ISO 9705) ASCRRTF180310
D.2.4. COMPLIANCE FOR EXTERNALL WALLS

Compliance with the NCC/BCA for an external wall is achieved once the performance requirements are satisfied. There are two
ways to satisfy the performance requirements:
• • A Deemed-To-Satisfy (DTS) solution and/or

• • A Performance Solution
As per the below extract from the ABCB, both of these solutions are equally accepted:
COMPLIANCE LEVEL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
COMPLIANCE SOLUTIONS PERFORMANCE and/or DEEMED-TO-SATISFY

SOLUTION SOLUTION
For external/façade wall applications, the relevant performance requirement for fire spread is CP2 – Spread of Fire. One way of
demonstrating this performance requirement has been satisfied is through the DTS provision C1.9.

AS1530.1 ‘Non-Combustibility’ Test
In Types A & B construction of Class 2-9 buildings, C1.9 of the NCC DTS provisions states that materials used for an external wall
of a building are to be classified as ‘non-combustible’. To be defined as non-combustible, the NCC only provides one test method, a
small-scale AS 1530.1 test. The specimens used in this test are just 45mmx50mm. To put this into perspective, it is approximately
the same size as three match stick boxes stacked on top of each other. In addition, composite materials are not permitted to
be tested in AS 1530.1, the material must be homogeneous throughout. For a composite material to be tested in AS 1530.1, all
components must be tested in isolation from each other and can be layered in order to achieve the required height. Testing in this
manner for a composite material is not representative of the fire performance in an actual fire scenario. In fact, AS1530.1 states this
within the standard:
• “The test results relate only to the behaviour of the test specimens of the material under the particular conditions of the test,
and are not intended to be the sole criteria for assessing the potential fire hazard of the material in use”
• “The test method is not applicable to products which are coated, faced or laminated” and “the performance of coated, faced
or laminated products may be determined by other reaction to fire tests”
For a composite wall such as Dincel, a more suitable and holistic test method is AS 5113 (BS 8414). This test is yet to be referenced
within the DTS provisions of the NCC.
AS5113 (BS8414) Test

AS 5113 (BS 8414) is a large-scale test which consists of a 9m high winged wall and 9 different criteria in total are evaluated. An AS
5113 (BS 8414) test is able to determine system behaviours which AS 1530.1 cannot, such as:
• Behaviour of an entire system in a fire event rather than individual component materials
• Flame Spread
• Skin Delamination - Large pieces of linings or wall materials delaminating and falling off during a real fire scenario could
potentially harm fire-fighters/public passers-by and also block exits, hindering escape and rescue efforts.
To demonstrate compliance with the NCC, Warringtonfire carried out an AS 5113 (BS 8414) large-scale façade test on Dincel.
Following this, a robust Evidence of Suitability Report was prepared by a reputable consulting fire engineering firm, which assessed
not only the façade test but an array of other relevant fire tests carried out on Dincel wall. The report concluded that Dincel walls
comply with the NCC for where a non-combustible external wall is required. Notably, satisfaction of the performance requirement
CP2 (Spread of Fire) was verified.
External Wall Compliance Summary

Following all of these tests and assessments, Dincel was issued a CodeMark Certificate of Conformity and BRAC accreditation. The
CodeMark Certificate states Dincel is suitable for both internal and external loadbearing wall applications. The BRAC accreditation
states that Dincel can be used wherever a non-combustible external wall is required. To be issued these certificates and accreditations,
the Dincel product and all associated fire tests/reports were required to be reassessed by independent fire engineers.
Warringtonfire BS 8414 Test Report BS 8414 Test Report
Omnii Consulting Fire

Evidence of Suitability Report 7147101
Engineers
BRAC Accreditation for external walls 170173v2

D.2. FIRE COMPLIANCE CONTINUED
D.2.5. FUME TOXICITY

Currently in Australia, the NCC only considers smoke quantity from a fire, not toxicity. Regardless, Dincel has been tested in
accordance with BS 6853:1999 where it was found that the fumes generated by the burning test were well under international toxicity
thresholds/limits (under ILDH values as developed by NIOSH). This can be attributed to Dincel’s unique polymer composition, which
is manufactured without the use of heavy metal stabilisers or plasticisers.
TÜV SÜD Asia Pacific BS 6853:199 Test Report 7191127129-CHM15-TSL_CR2
D.2.6. FIRE RESISTANCE PERIOD (FRP) DINCEL WALL THICKNESS MAXIMUM FRL ACHIEVABLE
The solid concrete and steel reinforcement within a Dincel wall 110mm 90/90/90
provides the necessary fire rating. Warringtonfire and CSIRO
have confirmed that the polymer webs do not melt away or 155mm 180/180/180
negatively affect the concrete wall’s performance for FRP. As 200mm 240/240/240
such, in accordance with AS 3600, a Dincel wall can achieve up
275mm 240/240/240
to the following FRLs:
It is important to note that the ‘structural adequacy’ component of a Dincel wall (or any other structural wall) for a specific project
requires to be calculated and provided by the project’s structural engineer to AS 3600 or other relevant concrete codes, just like for
a conventional concrete wall (keeping in mind that Dincel is simply formwork for a concrete wall). This is verified within Dincel’s
CodeMark certificate issued by SAI Global. The engineer must take into account project specific variables such as wall height,
thickness and loading. Design engineers are encouraged to read Section E.5. for further guidance on how to calculate FRP for a
concrete wall.
CSIRO AS1530.4-2014 Report FCO-2674
Warringtonfire Assessment Letter FAS190305
D.2.7. BUSHFIRE ATTACK LEVEL (BAL)

Dincel was assessed by CSIRO and confirmed as suitable for use in bushfire conditions of up to Flame Zone (FZ), which is the most
severe rating. The report compares test results to the requirements of AS 1530.8.2-2018 and confirms the report has been prepared
to meet the requirements of AS 3959-2018 Clause 3.8.
CSIRO AS 1530.8.2-2018 Report FCO-2725
D.2.8. OTHER RELATED FIRE CONSIDERATIONS

The installation of an external cladding system to a wall has the potential to create a cavity within the system. The presence of
cavities is known to promote upward vertical fire spread through the cavity space. Fire professionals have noted that when flames
are confined within a vertical cavity they elongate, leading to flame extension of up to five to ten times the expected unconfined
flame lengths. This is true even in cavities without additional combustible materials present, but is made worse by the presence of
combustible materials. As such, the topic of cavity barriers is important, particularly when combustible cladding or those that fall
under general concessions which are not non-combustible are used.
Where a Dincel external wall is used in conjunction with non-combustible cladding there is no additional requirement to incorporate
cavity barriers, unless required by the NCC DTS provisions. For example, the use of fire-protected timber requires the provision of
cavity barriers in accordance with the NCC (Volume 1 – Clause C1.13). Therefore, if a Dincel external wall was proposed to be used
in conjunction with fire-protected timber cladding, then the cavity barrier requirements for fire-protected timber must be followed.

D.3. Acoustic
Dincel has been tested at CSIRO within their reverberation chambers. Based on these test results, Day Design acoustical engineers
created assessment reports which details various Dincel walling arrangements and their associated acoustic performance.
For guidance on which Dincel walling arrangements can be considered for a particular type of building, please refer to the performance
table below.
Acoustic test reports for testing completed within

CSIRO ATF1916, ATF1918, ATF1920
CSIRO’s reverberation chambers
Day Design Acoustic opinion for 110 Dincel based upon test results 5880-1.1R
Day Design Acoustic opinion for all Dincel profile thicknesses 5880-6.1R
D.3.1. ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE

The following information has been extracted from report 5880-6.1R:
MIN. PLASTER TOTAL WALL RW

SYSTEM COMPONENTS DINCEL PROFILE
BOARD (MM) WIDTH (MM) (RW+CTR)
110 N/A 110 48 (43)
DIN-IW1
Side 1: Left bare 155 N/A 155 51 (45)
Side 2: Left bare 200 N/A 200 53 (48)
275 N/A 275 53 (48)
110 10 120 45 (41)
DIN-IW2
Side 1: Plasterboard 155 13 168 50 (45)
Side 2: Left bare 200 10 210 51 (46)
275 10 285 51 (46)
110 10 130 45 (41)
DIN-IW3
275 10 295 51 (46)
110 13 166 45 (42)
DIN-IW4 Side 1: Plasterboard
155 10 205 48 (43)
Side 2: 28mm furring
channels (600 c/c, 30mm 200 10 250 53 (46)
cavity), plasterboard
275 10 325 53 (46)
DIN-IW5
Side 2: 28mm furring 155 10 205 55 (48)
channels (600 c/c, 30mm
200 10 250 57 (50)
cavity), 25mm glasswool
(HD), plasterboard 275 10 325 57 (50)
DIN-IW6 Side 1: 28mm furring

110 16 232 63 (50)
(HD), plasterboard 155 13 271 60 (52)
Side 2: 28mm furring 200 13 316 63 (54)
275 13 391 63 (54)
(HD), plasterboard

D.3. ACOUSTIC CONTINUED
MIN. PLASTER TOTAL WALL RW

SYSTEM COMPONENTS DINCEL PROFILE
BOARD (MM) WIDTH (MM) (RW+CTR)
110 10 191 51 (43)
DIN-IW7 Side 1: Left bare
155 10 236 54 (45)
Side 2: 51mm steel studs
(600 c/c, 71mm cavity), 200 10 281 57 (47)
plasterboard
275 10 356 57 (47)
DIN-IW8
Side 2: 51mm steel studs 155 13 252 63 (51)
(600 c/c, 71mm cavity),
200 10 291 61 (53)
50mm glasswool (LD),
plasterboard 275 10 366 61 (53)
DIN-IW9 110 10 231 47 (41)
channel (600 c/c, 30mm
cavity), plasterboard 155 10 276 51 (43)
Side 2: 51mm steel studs 200 10 321 55 (46)
275 10 396 55 (46)
plasterboard
DIN-IW10 channel (600 c/c, 30mm 110 13 237 57 (50)
cavity), plasterboard
155 13 282 63 (51)
Side 2: 51mm steel studs
200 13 327 61 (53)
50mm glasswool (LD), 275 13 402 61 (53)
plasterboard
DIN-IW11 channel (600 c/c, 30mm
110 HD13 237 62 (50)
(HD), plasterboard 155 HD13 282 67 (52)
Side 2: 51mm steel studs 200 HD13 327 68 (53)
275 HD13 402 68 (53)
50mm glasswool (LD),
plasterboard
Discontinuous Construction.
The above performance is based upon the following product densities:

• 10mm thick plasterboard - 650 kg/m³ bulk density
• HD13mm thick plasterboard (HD = High Density, typically fire rated plasterboard) - 808 kg/m³ bulk density
• 25mm thick glasswool insulation (HD) - 24 kg/m³ bulk density
• 50mm thick glasswool insulation (LD) - 11 kg/m³ bulk density
• Concrete within Dincel formwork - 2350 kg/m³ bulk density

D4. Waterproofing
One of the unique features of the Dincel walling system is that, Verifying that Dincel panel joints are waterproof, CSIRO tested
as tested by the CSIRO, the ‘stay in place’ polymer formwork concrete filled Dincel panels along with the vertical ‘snap-lock’
provides a permanent waterproof skin to the concrete wall, joint. 6 metres of hydrostatic water head pressure was placed
meaning that in most cases a Dincel wall does not require on the panel joint for 100 hours, as per ASTM E514 and AS/
further waterproofing other than to wall junctions (refer to B.2.). NZS 4347.1. No water passed through the wall during the test
The Dincel polymer skin is formulated from a proprietary and subsequently CSIRO were able to verify that the wall was
polymer (re-engineered PVC), which was tested and proven waterproof. CSIRO carried out the following tests:
to be completely impermeable (like a PVC pipe). When using
a permanent formwork system, the panel joints must also ASTM E514 - 03 Pass
be waterproof. The Dincel system consists of a unique and AS/NZS 2904:1995 Pass
patented joint design which are also deemed waterproof by Water vapour transmission was
CSIRO once infilled with concrete. found to be 180 times better than
ASTM E 96/M
the requirement for a waterproof
The watertightness at Dincel panel joints is attributed to the membrane
patented ‘snap-lock’ connection consisting of barbs. The joint
mechanism ensures waterproofing through the following: CSIRO were able to achieve the waterproof wall by using a
• A – Patented Dincel barbs coupled with slurry infill 110mm concrete slump in 200 Dincel. It should be noted
proven to provide waterproof joint. The barbs engage that Dincel recommend a minimum nominal 220mm slump
with each other, similar to the clutches of sheet piling. (min 180mm at point of discharge) or SCC should be used
to alleviate any concerns over concrete compaction and
• B – 6mm gap between panels only allows slurry to enter subsequently ensure waterproofing. The Dincel 275mm
(not coarse aggregate) - slurry fills all possible voids/ profile is recommended for submerged conditions where
gaps. waterproofing is critical.
• C – Min 180mm slump (at the point of discharge) or
SCC concrete to ensure compaction and eliminate air D.4.1. COMPLIANCE WITH NCC
voids. Compacted concrete with no voiding is critical in
CSIRO confirmed within test report 5091 (page 4) that Dincel
ensuring waterproofing performance.
walls satisfy the performance requirements of FP 1.4 and FP
• D – Any cracks induced due to the panel webs are sealed 1.7 (Volume 1 – Class 2 to 9 Buildings) and P2.4.1 (Volume
in time due to the concrete autogenous healing process. 2 – Class 1 and Class 10 Buildings). Furthermore, Mahaffey
Cracks are controlled in both location and width, being Associates have prepared a conformity assessment report
no more than 0.01mm in standard conditions. which confirms compliance with FP1.4 and FP1.7 (NCC Volume
1), and P2.2.2 and P2.4.1 (NCC Volume 2).
STANDARD/REPORT REPORT/CERTIFICATE
AUTHORITY
TYPE NUMBER
Waterproof
Testing to AS3740,
B A
CSIRO ASTM E514, AS/ 5091
NZS 4347.1, ASTM
E96/M
Compliance with
FP1.4 and FP1.7
Mahaffey (NCC Volume
20180
Associates 1), and P2.2.2
and P2.4.1 (NCC
Volume 2)
C D

D5. Concrete Curing
D.5.1. BACKGROUND D.5.2. CURING WITH DINCEL WALLS
Curing is the process of controlling moisture loss from concrete Dincel walls provide ideal moist-curing conditions via polymer
during cement hydration. Moist-curing is where the concrete encapsulation from the permanent polymer skin. This allows
is encapsulated/surrounded in moisture for the duration of for the above curing benefits to be realised to their full potential.
the curing period. There are significant benefits which can be Best of all, no additional work is required to achieve these
achieved through moist-curing such as: curing benefits, the functionality is built into the system. The
opportunity for curing will be present for the life time of the wall,
• Increased concrete strength
rather than stopped prematurely as with conventional methods.
The longer that concrete is cured for, the more strength
is gained within. This is because curing ensures that
sufficient moisture and temperature is provided for the
cement hydration process. The strength benefits from
moist-curing concrete are well known and accepted.
For example, Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia
(CCAA) have published how concrete which has been
continuously moist-curing for 180 days achieves 2.5
times more strength compared to concrete which has
been air cured.
• Improved durability/waterproofness
Moist-curing allows for the by-products of cement
hydration to fill small pores, capillaries and cracks, and
essentially encourages the concrete to ‘self-heal’. This
phenomenon is referred to as autogenous healing,
where the lime of cement reacts with CO2 to develop
carbonation. The process reduces the porosity of the
concrete and increases density. In addition, problems
such as drying shrinkage cracking can be eliminated as
there is no rapid moisture loss.
For conventional concreting methods, moist-curing for an
extended period (i.e. 28 days or greater) can be difficult,
time consuming and expensive. It is typically carried out by
continuous wetting through sprinklers, applying specialty
curing compounds, or retention of formwork for a certain
period of time.
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH AT 180 DAYS

AS % OF CONTINUOUSLY MOIST SAMPLE
100
80
60
ure
40
ble 20
0
Contin- 28 14 7 3 Contin-
uously uously
moist Days cured (then in air) in air
Figure
Credit: 1: Curing
CCAA, Effect of duration of water curing on
of Concrete
www.ccaa.com.au/imis_prod/documents/Library%20Documents/CCAA%20Datasheets/DS2006Curing.pdf
strength of concrete.
ure
COEFFICIENT OF PERMEABILITY (m/s)
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D6. Thermal
The thermal resistance (R-Value) provided by a Dincel wall can be conservatively considered the same as a conventional concrete
wall of equivalent thickness. Although the Dincel polymer achieves a more favourable thermal conductivity than concrete, at a skin
thickness of approximately 2.5mm, the difference can be considered negligible. Any standard density concrete wall will still require
insulation where thermal performance is required (such as a habitable room). Unlike other types of permanent formwork systems
which use steel webs/studs, Dincel polymer webs do not allow for thermal bridging to deteriorate the R-value within the wall.
There are known benefits of using concrete construction from an energy perspective due to its weight. Thermal mass refers to a
material’s ability to store up thermal energy. The mass absorbs heat during the day and releases this heat at night. Ultimately, this
can ensure a warmer home at night in winter and a cooler home during the day in summer.
Thermal mass can moderate the temperature of occupied spaces, minimise the need for mechanical cooling
and reduce winter heating requirements. The greater the volume of thermal mass, the greater its ability to store
heat and maintain a uniform temperature. In fact, correct use of concrete as thermal mass can delay heat
flow through the building envelope by as much as 7 hours. However, thermal mass must be carefully used in
conjunction with passive solar design and insulation, otherwise it may create a negative outcome. Thermal
mass on its own is not sufficient to meet the total R-value requirements by the NCC for habitable rooms.
For more information regarding the benefits of thermal mass, it is recommended to visit the YourHome guide
SCAN HERE
published by the Australian Government (scan code to right).
The R-Value of the Dincel wall itself can be determined using values as provided in Specification J1.2 of the NCC (Volume 1):
THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY AIR FILM R-VALUE (M2 K/W)

MATERIAL
(W/M K)
Still (interior) air 0.12
Standard Concrete
1.44 Moving (exterior) air 0.03
(density of 2400kg/m3)
Dincel Polymer (uPVC) 0.19
With the above taken into consideration, the R-Values for the Dincel wall itself is shown below:
DINCEL PROFILE R-VALUE

DINCEL WALL
DINCEL WALL
110 Dincel: 0.25
EXTERIOR
EXTERIOR
200 Dincel: 0.28
AIR FILM
AIR FILM
155 Dincel: 0.31
275 Dincel: 0.36
INTERIOR INTERIOR
AIR FILM AIR FILM
To increase the R-Value, insulation must be added to the walling system. As an example, the R-Value of a typical walling system
(including 50mm thick high-performance insulation board and plasterboard) is shown below:
DINCEL PROFILE R-VALUE

DINCEL WALL
DINCEL WALL
110 Dincel: 3.0 – 3.2
INSULATION
INSULATION
200 Dincel: 3.0 – 3.2
EXTERIOR 28mm CAVITY
EXTERIOR
AIR FILM
AIR FILM
28mm CAVITY
(FURRING CHANNELS) 155 Dincel: 3.1 – 3.2
(FURRING CHANNELS)
13mm PLASTERBOARD
275 Dincel: 3.1 – 3.3
13mm PLASTERBOARD
INTERIOR
AIR FILM INTERIOR
AIR FILM
The range in R-value above represents the fluctuation in calculation from winter and summer values. It should be noted that
any finishes, window openings or cast-in items will affect the R-value. To determine the R-Value for a specific project or walling
arrangement, it is recommended to consider the Dincel wall as a conventional concrete wall and obtain the R-value from the
insulation provider.

D7. Environment & Health
D.7.2. CONDENSATION MANAGEMENT
The amount of water vapour that air can hold is a function
of temperature. Condensation occurs when warm moist air
comes into contact with cold air or a cold surface. The air is
unable to retain the same amount of moisture and the water
is released to form condensation in the air on the surface. The
moisture generated from condensation can reduce the service
life of materials in the building envelope and cause long-term
deterioration. There are a few commonly accepted ways to
mitigate condensation for walls:
• Insulation – Insulation will assist in moderating the

temperature on the wall surface of a habitable space.
This is particularly beneficial in winter, as it prevents the
internal wall surface from reaching extremes of the cold
external temperatures and thus reduces the amount of
condensation generated. The same applies to thermal
bridging, which must be restricted in order to prevent the
D.7.1. AIR-TIGHT CONSTRUCTION influence of external temperatures. It is important that
the wall surface remains above the ‘dew point’ in order to
Air-tight construction, or ‘Passivhaus’ design, is becoming ever
prevent condensation.
increasing in popularity. And it is no wonder why – by ensuring
a draught free building envelope, energy consumption from • Membranes & Vapour Barriers – Use of a waterproof
heating and cooling the interior air can be substantially reduced. membrane or vapour barrier will prevent external
moisture sources, such as from rain & humidity,
Dincel walls can be used as the external building envelope in
from entering into the building. This is particularly
order to achieve air-tight construction. There are a few unique
beneficial for climate zones where the vapour drive is
features of the Dincel system which assist with this:
predominantly from the external environment, such as
• Impervious polymer skin - Dincel walls consist of tropical and subtropical climates (hot and humid).
permanent polymer formwork encapsulating concrete
• Ventilation – Ventilation is the air exchange between
filling to form a monolithic concrete wall. The permanent
the interior and exterior environment and allows for any
polymer formwork not only provides an impervious
built-up vapour to be relieved from the building. This
barrier to air but also water, moisture, and external
is particularly beneficial for cooler and dry climate
contaminants.
zones where the vapour drive is predominantly from the
• No requirement for crack-control joints - Dincel walls do building interior, and caused by occupant activity such
not require joints for crack control purposes due to the as showering, cooking, laundry activities, humidifiers,
unique crack inducing webbing within the formwork. For etc. Buildings designed with cross ventilation principles
further information, please refer to Section E.9.3. applied and mechanical ventilation will be able to
This is different to conventional structural walls (such as effectively control condensation within a building.This
raw concrete or masonry) which are susceptible to cracks is different to conventional structural walls (such as raw
and require expansion joints for crack-control purposes. concrete or masonry) which are susceptible to cracks
For conventional walls, this makes it difficult to achieve a and require expansion joints for crack-control purposes.
completely air-tight envelope without additional membranes or For conventional walls, this makes it difficult to achieve
layers. a completely air-tight envelope without additional
membranes or layers.
Use of Dincel structural walling system already provides
positive measures in regards to condensation management
in comparison to conventional construction materials such
as raw concrete, masonry and fibre cement sheeting. These
materials are porous so moisture is contained within them and
also passes through which can transpire to condensation.

Whereas a Dincel wall contains a polymer shell which provides dual vapour impermeable barriers and prevents any external moisture
from entering into the building. The only moisture/vapour source to therefore consider is from internal sources.
Compliance with the deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the NCC is outlined in F6.2 of Volume 1 and 3.8.7.2 of Volume 2, which can be
applied for all wall types including Dincel. As stated in part (b) of these clauses, the deemed-to-satisfy provisions can be met when
a drained cavity is provided which separates the exterior finish (such as cladding or brick veneer, which is classified as the primary
water control layer) from the rest of the walling system.
Where a raw, paint or render finish is used instead of cladding or veneer, use of Dincel still complies with the BCA through a
performance-based approach. A hygrothermal analysis was undertaken to determine the amount of condensation generated with
various Dincel external wall systems. Various Dincel walling arrangements were found to be compliant with the 2019 National
Construction Code (NCC/BCA) condensation management requirements FP6.1 of Volume 1 and P2.4.7 of Volume 2 – please
contact us for a copy of this report. An extract of drawings from this report has been provided below.
PLASTERBOARD MINIMUM 28MM AIR GAP

(FURRING CHANNELS OR
SIMILAR)
FIX PLASTERBOARD ONTO
FURRING CHANNELS OR 40MM KINGSPAN KOOL THERM-K12
CLADDING DIRECTLY ONTO DINCEL APPLIED INSULATION OR EQUIVALENT
WALL USING DAUB GLUE RENDER
OR CLASS 1 VAPOUR BARRIER
INSULATION IF REQUIRED PAINT/RAW (REQ. FOR CLIMATE ZONE 7 ONLY)
FOR R-VALUE FINISH
MINIMUM 16MM PLASTERBOARD
AIR GAP
(FURRING MASTIC SEALANT
CHANNELS
OR SIMILAR V JOINT +
SEALANT
CONCRETE SLAB CONCRETE SLAB
MIN. 10MM WIDE & 20MM

DEEP REBATE
Deemed-to-Satisfy Compliant Option Performance Based Solution

Drained cavity provided to exterior face via cladding. Insulation provided mitigates potential for condensation.
D.7.3. BEP CERTIFICATION

The Dincel polymer formulation is based upon a proprietary and re-engineered uPVC. There is a concern by some in industry over the
environmental sustainability of common PVCs because the formulations contain plasticisers and heavy metal stabilisers. However,
the Dincel polymer formulation does not use plasticisers or heavy metal stabilisers but rather organic stabilisers. This has allowed
the Dincel polymer to be issued with Best Environmental Practice (BEP) certification by ApprovalMark International. The certification
states that the manufacture and use of Dincel complies with:
“…the requirements of Best Environmental Practice – PVC as per the relevant Australian or International Standard and Section
7 as specified in the Green Building Council of Australia (‘the Requirements”) Literature Review and Best Practice Guidelines for
the Life Cycle of PVC Building Product’s using the compliance pathway Number 2 – Manufacturer’s Declaration as measured
by the Green Star PVC Credit Auditor Verification Guidance – November 2013 (“the Criteria”).”

D7. ENVIRONMENT & HEALTH CONTINUED
D.7.4. VOCS
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are gases emitted from certain solids and liquids. Exposure to VOCs may have adverse health
effects so it is important to carefully consider the VOC emissions with any construction material. The potency of VOCs emitted
generally varies depending when a material is first manufactured, cut or unconcealed.
Dincel polymer has been tested for VOCs by CETEC Australia and classed as a low volatile organic compound (VOC) emitting product
in accordance with ASTM D5116-97. Test results demonstrated that VOC emissions were less than the recognised threshold as a
newly manufactured product and below detection limit 30 days after manufacture.
DINCEL POLYMER VOC (MG/M²/HR)

Newly Manufactured (24 hours) 0.02 (well below Green Star limit of 0.5)
Aged (ca. 30 days) 0.01 (below detection limit, and well below Green Star limit of 0.5)
D.7.5. GREEN STAR RATING

The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) is an industry association that promotes sustainability within the construction
industry and the built environment. GBCA founded the Green Star rating system, which is a voluntary and holistic rating system to
encourage use of sustainable practices and materials within construction.
If a project participates in the Green Star rating system, use of the Dincel structural walling system can assist in achieving the
following Green Star credits:
GBCA CREDIT NO. GBCA REQUIREMENT SUMMARY POTENTIAL BENEFIT USING DINCEL WALLING
The permanent polymer skin provided with Dincel formwork
1 point is available where Portland allows for Portland cement content to be replaced with an
19B.1.1 cement is reduced by 30% in all increased amount of supplementary cementitious materials (mix
concrete elements. design provided by Concrete supplier and structural engineer) due
Portland
Cement 2 points are available where the to the enhanced wall durability and increased curing conditions.
Reduction Portland cement content is reduced by Such features have seen previous projects utilise concrete
40% in all concrete elements. designs with 50% of cement content substituted with alternate
cementitious materials.
Dincel walls do not require steel reinforcement for crack control
19B.2B Up to 1 point is available when there purposes, for further information see Section E.9.2. In addition,
Steel is a 5% reduction in the mass of steel structural steel reinforcement can be substituted with synthetic
Reinforcement reinforcement used for the building fibre reinforcement in Dincel 275. Depending on the design
Reduction when compared to standard practice. application, steel reinforcement can be completely omitted in
some instances.
1 point is available where 90% (by
20.3 cost) of all permanent formwork, Dincel polymer is Best Environmental Practice (BEP) certified
pipes, flooring, blinds and cables and meets the GBCA PVC requirements, as verified by
Use of PVC in a project meets the GBCA’s Best ApprovalMark International.
Practice Guidelines for PVC.

D.7.6. RECYCLING
Dincel formwork can be recycled throughout the entire life cycle:
• Manufacturing – During the manufacturing/extrusion process, the profiles’ webs are cored by robotic arms. Instead of
scrapping these materials, the cuts remaining from the extruded profiles are collected by conveyor belts and transferred
to granulators, micronisers and to the material production silos. This ensures that all cored material, extrusion rejects,
extrusion start offs and off-cuts are completely recycled at the manufacturing plant. Almost no waste is generated using
this process.
• Construction – Dincel provides custom profile lengths between 1800mm and 7950mm which significantly minimises the
need for cutting and creating construction site wastage. Any Dincel product that cannot be used on site can be sent to third
parties for recycling (the same standard practice as the PVC pipe industry). In NSW Australia, Dincel has partnered with
plastic recyclers to offer free recycling of Dincel formwork off-cuts.
• End of Life – Current recycling technologies enable the recycling and separation of Dincel walling components. Firstly, the
process generally involves crushing the Dincel wall into finer components. Steel reinforcement is extracted from the wall
through the use of magnetic equipment. Following this, the Dincel polymer can be extracted by using a trommel and liquid
bath process. The components can then all be recycled separately as follows:
- Steel reinforcement – purchased by steel recyclers where the material undergoes the process of melting and purification
for reuse.
- Dincel polymer – PVC recycler granulates polymer. Micronised powder can then be purchased and reused by the PVC
industry (such as to manufacture PVC pipes).
- Concrete – Can be further granulated if required and used as road base, some civil works or raw material for new concrete
production.

D8. Termite Resistance
A Dincel wall is constructed from 3 materials being: concrete, steel reinforcement, and a permanent polymer formwork. All 3 of
these materials are resistant to termite attack which are wood eating insects, as stated in AS3660 (Termite Management Code):
AS3660
MATERIAL TYPE PERMITTED COMPLIANCE WITH DINCEL WALLING
CLAUSE
The concrete inside Dincel complies with the requirements of AS
3.2 (b) Concrete elements - complying with AS 3600 3600 (refer to Section E.1.1 for certification regarding design and
compliance with AS 3600).
3.2 (d) Steel Standard steel reinforcement, if required, is used inside Dincel walling.
Dincel polymer is a type of unplasticized PVC, as confirmed within
3.2 (f) Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
the ApprovalMark BEP certificate.
The relevant extract from AS3660 has been provided below:

D.8.1. HORIZONTAL JOINTS
For compliance with AS 3660, concrete construction can provide an effective barrier against termite access if the appropriate
detailing is adopted, as confirmed in AS3660 Figure 4.1:
FIGURE 4.1 EXAMPLES OF FOOTING SYSTEMS REQUIRING NO JOINT TREATMENT
As demonstrated in the above figure and AS3660 Clause 4.3.2.2, there are two ways to prevent termite access through concrete
construction:
• Provide monolithic construction, where the concrete elements are all poured at the same time, OR
• Concrete elements are tied together suitably through the use of steel reinforcement (as detailed in AS 2870). This will
involve the Dincel walls being tied into the slab below through cast in starter bars and any strip footings to be tied into the
slab.
D.8.2. VERTICAL PANEL JOINTS

In accordance with the CCAA ‘Concrete Slabs as Barriers to Subterranean Termites’ data sheet, a minimum
crack width of 1.4mm is required to gain access through a building element (scan QR Code to download).
Any crack formed at a Dincel formwork panel joint location is expected to be less than 0.1mm (see Section E.9),
which is 14 times less than the permissible crack width for termites. In addition, shrinkage is reduced due to the
ideal curing conditions provided by the polymer encapsulation, which is in line with the recommendations of AS
3660 Clause 4.3.1 (Note 3). Therefore, it is not possible for termites to pass through the vertical panel joints of SCAN HERE
the Dincel walling system when appropriately concreted and installed.
Dincel walls can offer a superior barrier against termites in comparison to conventional walling types (i.e. masonry brick, block,
in-situ concrete and precast concrete). Conventional walling types are required to contain construction and/or expansion joints at
regular intervals for crack control purposes. These joints can be a potential avenue for termite invasion if the sealant/caulking loses
bondage. In addition, any cracks which form throughout the wall are a potential avenue for termite invasion. As Dincel walls do not
require construction joints (see Section E.9.3) and has a protective polymer skin to protect any potential cracks, it overcomes the
issues associated with conventional walling types.

D.9. Durability
D.9.1.DINCEL POLYMER CHEMICAL RESISTANCE D.9.2.DINCEL POLYMER UV RESISTANCE
In a recent independent study by the Sustainable Solutions Dincel polymer is suitable for use in external environments
Corporation in 2017, it was found that PVC used in the water exposed to the sun and exhibits similar behaviour to
and sewer pipe industries conservatively has a service life conventional uPVC in this regard. uPVC is proven in industry
of over 100 years. This life expectancy will only be increased to provide a sufficient level of resistance against UV radiation
for the PVC used with Dincel walls as they are not subject to – a few popular examples of uPVC in exposed environments
cyclical loading of water pressure. include window/door frames, down pipes, floor coverings,
automotive parts, roadside guideposts, and many others.
The key findings of the study are as follows: Resistance of the PVC skin against UV radiation is only a
consideration when there is no finish applied and the material is
• “PVC pipe has a 100-year plus service life as verified by directly exposed to the sun. This would not be a consideration
numerous studies and dig ups” for basement walls which are not exposed to direct sunlight.
• “PVC gravity pipe has the lowest 100 year life cycle However, even when directly exposed the Dincel polymer does
embodied energy – no replacements, no infiltration and not readily degrade due to natural inhibitors used within the
no corrosion protection compared to other materials” PVC composition (titanium dioxide/TiO2).
UV radiation causes an excitation of molecular bonds to the
exposed face, which only affects up to the first 50 microns of
The study can be downloaded by scanning
the 2500-micron skin. The effects of this are:
the QR Code.
• Loss of gloss, chalking and discolouration (yellowing).
This is only an aesthetic concern, and easily mitigated
if required by applying a finish. As Dincel is produced
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in an off-white colour this is already a positive measure
This demonstrates that the Dincel PVC skin will not deteriorate against yellowing.
or dissolve even in underground or submerged settings and • An increase in tensile strength, yield strength and moduli,
will achieve a 100-year life for most project conditions. In fact, which subsequently increases the possibility of a brittle
some studies detail that under low stress conditions, PVC life type fracture. As Dincel walls contain solid concrete on
can be over 1,000 years (Janson, L.E., 1996. Plastic Pipes – the inside, any impact onto a Dincel wall is absorbed by
How long can they last?, KP Council). the concrete infill and not the PVC skin (unlike a hollow
Part of the reason why PVC has an exceptional life span is due pressure pipe subject to cyclic loading). Therefore, the
to its known chemical resistance. The Dincel skin in particular skin of Dincel walls will be largely resistant to brittle type
has been tested against the following liquids and chemicals: fractures (if it is even exposed to impact loads in the first
place).
• Petrol
As can be seen from the above, the Dincel polymer will continue
• Diesel to act as a protective membrane for the lifetime of the wall, even
when left raw and exposed to the sun. Any aesthetic concerns
• Sulphuric acid, phosphoric acid, hydrochloric acid and
surrounding UV light/radiation can be easily addressed by
nitric acid
applying a paint, render or cladding finish to Dincel Walls.
This demonstrates that the Dincel polymer does not readily
degrade or deteriorate even in the presence of harsh chemical
exposure and thus suitable for applications which requires
contact with acid sulphate soils. PVC in general has a proven
resistance to chemical attack from sewerage, soil, alcohols,
oils, fats and most corroding agents

D.9.3. 120 YEAR DESIGN LIFE
Some authorities require a substantial design life for structures, The following details how a Dincel wall can ultimately achieve a
sometimes up to 120 years. This requirement can be satisfied minimum 120-year design life:
with Dincel walls. A Dincel wall is a concrete wall with an
• Dincel polymer is completely impervious and will not
additional PVC skin. This skin is not only ‘lost formwork’ but also
disintegrate for the 120-year design life period (refer to
has the additional benefit of acting as a protective membrane.
Sections D.9.1 and D.9.2).
This means the predicted life of a concrete wall is only further
enhanced with the Dincel skin. • Dincel panel snap-joints are verified by CSIRO
As has been known for centuries, concrete structures as waterproof which prevents corrosion of steel
have exceptionally long life-spans. In recent times, steel reinforcement (refer to Section D.4).
reinforcement has been added to concrete in order to increase - Correct concreting practices are required to
the tensile capacity. However, once the concrete is subject to minimise possibility of water ingress. Where
unavoidable cracks, the steel reinforcement is susceptible to adequate compaction cannot be guaranteed and
corrosion and this can result in a premature lifespan of the the wall is under submerged conditions, there is the
concrete structure. As a Dincel wall provides the concrete possibility of water/moisture ingress through the
with a waterproof protective skin, it eliminates the risk of vertical panel joints. In this case, the design engineer
corrosion to steel reinforcement or concrete degradation and can consider the following to eliminate the potential
therefore allows for an exceptionally long life-span, which can for corrosion to horizontal bars:
conservatively be a minimum of 120 years. > Omit horizontal bars if they are solely provided
Conventional concrete walls can only achieve the required for crack control purposes (refer to Section E.9.2).
120-year design life when the concrete is virtually non-porous, > Increase bar diameter to provide an allowance
free of air voids and constructed with the required minimum for corrosion.
concrete cover to steel bars under normal atmospheric
conditions. It is therefore very important the concrete cover - Provide vertical bars away from the vertical panel
provided is impervious and crack free to protect the steel joints, in order to ensure complete protection by the
reinforcement against corrosion. This often becomes difficult polymer skin and uncracked concrete.
to achieve since concrete cracking is inevitable in the majority - The starter bars at the Dincel wall-to-footing/slab
of concrete walls, and is the reason why conventional concrete junction should be hot dipped galvanised.
walls must be subjected ongoing maintenance to ensure that
any cracks which have formed are rectified for a 120-year life • Any steel reinforcement (other than starter bars) used
to be achievable. can still be provided with the standard concrete cover,
as required by AS3600 or other relevant concrete design
The circumstances deteriorate when the concrete wall is subject
codes.
to acidic and salt attacks, due to a lack of adequate chemical
resistance of concrete, irrespective of imperviousness of • Dincel 275 has been tested by the University of
concrete cover to steel reinforcement. Therefore, protection of Technology Sydney (UTS), where it was verified that
concrete can only be achieved by the provision of a permanent Dincel walls can be used without any steel reinforcement
membrane system, which is exactly what the Dincel polymer or with Macro synthetic (BarChip) fibre reinforcement
provides. The benefits provided by a Dincel wall are substantial, where structurally appropriate (refer to Section E.1.2). By
considering the fact that the life of concrete will depend on the omitting steel reinforcement corrosion is not possible,
corrosion of steel bars and spalling of concrete under chemical which further enhances the design life of a Dincel wall
reactions which occur under various conditions. beyond 120 years.

D.9. DURABILITY CONTINUED
D.9.4. DINCEL POLYMER MAXIMUM SERVICE

TEMPERATURE
The service temperature is the temperature when the material Concrete hydration temperatures need to be considered when
starts to deform. The effective service temperature of a using high strength concrete in excess of 65 MPa. The concrete
polymer can vary significantly with the rate of loading. Literature hydration temperature is based on many factors including
explains that small load application rates at high temperatures ambient temperature and the concrete mix design. Dincel walls
can have the same effect as large load application rates at have been used to successfully incorporate an 80 MPa concrete
lower temperatures. mix. As common practice, concrete mix designs are developed
uPVC offers a softening temperature (Vicat) of approximately in a way to prevent hydration temperatures exceeding 65°C
75-80°C. The polymer used for Dincel is a reengineered version (contact concrete supplier to confirm for particular mixes).
of common uPVC. Fire testing by CSIRO and Warringtonfire When 65 MPa concrete is prepared and poured under Australian
demonstrated excellent heat release properties which are Standards, it is a rare possibility for the concrete’s hydration
better than common uPVC and even plasterboard. However, temperature to exceed 50°C if the thickness of the wall is
irrespective of this it is important to note that a Dincel wall limited to 275mm as is the case of Dincel formwork. Therefore,
consists predominantly of concrete infill. The strength of the there are generally no issues with concrete curing temperatures
Dincel formwork is only required at the time of concrete pouring exceeding the Dincel formwork’s service temperature. Since
to hold the wet concrete pressure. Therefore, the Dincel material, the Dincel polymer formwork permanently encapsulates the
being formwork, only requires serviceability performance at the concrete mix it allows for a controlled curing temperature and
time of concrete pouring. prevents evaporation of water from the concrete mix.

D.10. Formwork
Permanent formwork is recognised within AS3610 under Clause 4.6.3.
To satisfy items (a) and (c), the supports and bracing for the
10H
formwork requires to be designed, documented and certified Maximum vertical deviation (mm) = ( )
by a suitably qualified engineer. This process is no different to 3
where H = total height of wall in metres.
temporary works design for conventional formwork. Section
E.6 provides further guidance on bracing for engineers who are
designing the temporary works bracing for Dincel formwork. Dincel polymer profiles may be subjected to temperature
Parts of this manual can be referenced when generating the elongation depending on the length, height and daily
formwork project documentation. temperature. Installers should allow a nominal 10mm of
movement for every 15m of wall length for each 10°c
D.10.1. TOLERANCES temperature variation above 20°c.
As stated in Note 1 of Clause 4.6.3, the tolerances within On top of temperature movement, installers should allow a
Section 3 of AS3610 do not apply to permanent formwork construction tolerance of 1mm to each main profile.
systems. When Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) is used within
Dincel formwork and poured in accordance with the pour rates
specified in Section F.12.2, the designer should allow for a
‘ripple’ type deflection across the form face as specified below:
WALL HEIGHT POTENTIAL DEFLECTION OF PANELS -

(ALL PROFILES) MEASURED BY A 2M STRAIGHT EDGE AND NOT
INCLUSIVE OF CORNERS OR ACCESSORIES
Up to 3.0m Up to 8mm
3.0m and
Up to 12mm
above
If a wall’s finished surface is required to provide a higher-class

of finish or less ‘rippling’, a finish such as a render or cladding
can be applied onto the surface. Alternatively, measures should
be put in place to reduce the amount of pressure placed onto
the permanent formwork faces.
For checking the vertical plumbness of a wall, the standard
relevant to the state/territory or project should be applied.
As a rule of thumb, the following formula is often considered
suitable for checking the satisfactory plumbness of a wall:

TECHNICAL DETAILING FOR

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS
CONTENTS
E1.
Structural Design Methods 100
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E2. Single Reinforcement 103

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E3. Double Reinforcement 106

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E4. Other Reinforcement Detailing 110

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E5. Determining FRP 118

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E6. Bracing 119

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E7. Earthquake Resistance 120

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E8. Joints 121

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E9. Crack Control Mechanism 122
E. TECHNICAL DETAILING FOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS 99

e.1. STRUCTURAL DESIGN METHODS
There are two methods that can be used to design Dincel walling, what is considered the ‘standard’ design method and also
‘composite’ design method. Both these methods are summarised within this Manual. However, it should be noted that this manual
only provides an overview of the engineering concepts. It is recommended that the complete Dincel Structural Engineering Manual
is referred to by the design engineer.
E.1.1. STANDARD DESIGN METHOD

The standard design method is an approach which assumes that the polymer shell does not add any capacity to the wall section. In
this design method, only the concrete found within the relative design plane is utilised for design purposes. The effective concrete
thickness and steel reinforcement inside the formwork can be designed to AS 3600, NZS 3101, Eurocode, or other relevant design
codes. This design methodology for Dincel walling has been thoroughly reviewed and verified by industry leading experts such as
the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and the University of New South Wales (UNSW). To download these certifications, please
scan QR Codes below.
30th April 2020
Dincel Construction System Pty Ltd

101 Quarry Road
ERSKINE PARK NSW 2759
Dear Sir / Madam
RE: ENGINEERING CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY
Dincel Wall consists of permanent polymer formwork and structural concrete. The polymer formwork has been
tested and obtained a CodeMark Certificate of Conformity which satisfies fire and smoke compliance with the
Building Code of Australia (BCA) / National Construction Code (NCC).
The use of structural concrete material is defined by the Australian Standard for Concrete Structures Code (AS
3600-2018).
We have already conducted earthquake and flexural beam testings at UTS to recognise the beneficial properties
of the permanent polymer encapsulation. I have also reviewed and agree with the Dincel Structural Engineering
Design Manual (Revision 5) certified by UNSW. This manual is in accordance to AS 3600. In relation to wall and
column design I have also verified this using calculations, with supplementation of laboratory testing. The simplest
design approach by the designer is to ignore the presence of the permanent polymer for fire and ultimate strength
purposes and design the concrete infill as per the requirements of the following concrete structures codes; AS
3600, EuroCode, ACI 318, BS 8110, DIN 1045, NZS 3101, etc.
This is to confirm that Dincel Construction System will comply and satisfy the Building Code of Australia (BCA) /
National Construction Code (NCC) or New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) as Evidence of Suitability for structures
utilising Dincel Wall and Columns, provided that the following engineering design principles are adopted by the
Designer. Dincel Walls and Columns will comply with the Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions B1.1(b) and B1.4(b)(i)
from Volume 1 and 3.0.4(d) from Volume 2 of the National Construction Code (NCC).
(i) Loads: Current Australian Standards or equivalent New Zealand Standards
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(b)
AS 1170.1 (Permanent, Imposed and Other Actions).
AS 1170.2 (Wind Actions).
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(c) AS 1170.3 (Snow and Ice Actions).
(d) AS 1170.4 (Earthquake Actions).
(ii) Determination of structural resistance materials and forms of construction in accordance with:
(a) Concrete Construction – AS 3600-2018.

(b) Concrete Construction of other appropriate standards – European, German, British, Canadian, New
Zealand, American, etc.
Yours faithfully
Dr Shami Nejadi
Associate Professor in Structural Engineering
University of Technology Sydney
Please refer to the Dincel Structural Engineering Manual for further information regarding design principles and capacity tables. A
summary of effective concrete thicknesses within Dincel walling has been provided within this manual for reference purposes, for
design to AS3600:2018:
AXIAL LOADING
EFFECTIVE CONCRETE
DINCEL PROFILE THICKNESS (MM) FOR DESIGN
CALCULATIONS
110 105
155 150
200 187
275 270

VERTICAL FLEXURAL BENDING (OUT-OF-PLANE)
EFFECTIVE CONCRETE
CALCULATIONS
110 105
155 150
200 192*
275 270
*192 can be used where vertical steel reinforcement is provided to tensile face. Otherwise, effective concrete thickness is 187mm.
HORIZONTAL FLEXURAL BENDING (OUT-OF-PLANE)

EFFECTIVE CONCRETE
CALCULATIONS
110 42.5
155 57.5
200 82
275 95
NOTE: Capacity for this design action can be determined C Compression

from first principles. A strain and ‘stress block’ diagram Zone
can be created, where the tensile capacity is derived from
the horizontal steel reinforcement on the tensile face, and
the compressive capacity from the concrete within the
web holes on the compressive face. Any horizontal steel T
reinforcement provided to the compressive face should also
be considered. Refer to Section A.4 for web hole dimensions
Strain (ε)
and panel dimensions. Force
Distribution
VERTICAL INTERFACE SHEAR BETWEEN PANELS

EFFECTIVE CONCRETE
CALCULATIONS
110 37.8
155 69.2
200 70.4
275 94.5
NOTE: Capacity for this design action primarily provided by the steel reinforcement within the web holes, not the effective concrete thickness. High capacities can still be achieved through the use
of steel reinforcement.

E.1. STRUCTURAL DESIGN METHODS CONTINUED
HORIZONTAL INTERFACE SHEAR ABOVE AND UNDERNEATH WALL

EFFECTIVE CONCRETE
CALCULATIONS
110 105
155 150
200 192
275 270
NOTE: Above effective concrete thickness applies for where a Guide Track or other accessories are not used underneath the wall. For this reason, a Guide Track is not recommended for shear
walls (instead angles should be used on the external faces).
E.1.2. COMPOSITE DESIGN METHOD

Testing completed at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
has demonstrated that the ‘standard’ design method described
in Section E.1.1 is conservative as it does not take into account
the strength that the polymer formwork provides to the walling
section. The polymer formwork behaves compositely with
the concrete infill and provides a confinement effect to the
concrete within the Dincel panels. This additional strength has
been observed from testing carried out by the University of
Technology Sydney (UTS).
Stiffness Testing
Testing for Dincel 275 determined the actual composite
capacity for out-of-plane vertical bending, in-plane vertical
interface shear (between panels) and ductility/stiffness. As
part of the report, UTS provided factored capacities which
can be adopted by engineers within their designs. Use of test
data in lieu of calculation is permitted as part of AS3600:2018
Appendix B. Testing was completed with the following infill
types:
• Plain mass concrete
• Macro synthetic fibre (BarChip) reinforced concrete
• Steel bar reinforced concrete Flexural Testing
The results of the UTS report can be

downloaded by scanning the QR Code. The
following design actions were tested:
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Shear Testing

e.2. Reinforcement Placement – 1 Layer
E.2.1. DINCEL 110 & 155
E.2.1.1. Main Profiles E.2.1.2. Corners
A - Vertical steel reinforcement, if required, secured to D-VRC A - Max N12 hook bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 centres. If
or similar. > N12 is required, use 2 x N12 hook bars paired together.
• Bars should be secured to the provided clips/chairs at B
the bottom, middle and top of the bars.
• At the top of the wall, vertical bars should be tied to a 6x
supporting element such as horizontal reinforcement, BAR Ø
panel webbing, or temporary horizontal timber/steel bar
175 MIN
(lace bar).
B - Horizontal steel reinforcement, if required, at 150mm B - Hook bar leg to suit required lap length with horizontal bar.
increments (to line up with panel horizontal web holes).
C - Corner vertical bar, inserted following hook bar placement.
C - Additional vertical bars can be placed at adjacent cells, if Do not place starter bar in corner, otherwise hook bars
required. See Section A.4 for cell dimensions. cannot be inserted.
D - Spacing between vertical steel reinforcement in wall is NOTE: Hook bars can be substituted for straight bars (dowels)
333mm where one set of bars are placed per panel. where structural continuity not required, such as for non-
shear walls.
A C
B
LAP
D D
Plan View
150
A C
150 B
B 150
D D
Section View

E.2. REINFORCEMENT PLACEMENT – 1 LAYER CONTINUED
E.2.2. DINCEL 200

E.2.1.3. T-Junctions E.2.2.1. Main Profiles
A - Cut 85Ø holes (for 110 Dincel) or 115Ø holes (for 155 A - Vertical steel reinforcement, if required, secured to P-VRC
Dincel) at 150mm centres, to match holes in main profile. or similar.
B - Max N12 hook bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 centres. • Bars should be secured to the provided clips/chairs at
B • At the top of the wall, vertical bars should be tied to a
supporting element such as horizontal reinforcement,
6x panel webbing, or temporary horizontal timber/steel bar
BAR Ø (lace bar).
175 MIN B - Horizontal steel reinforcement, if required, at 150mm

increments (to line up with panel horizontal web holes).
C - Vertical bar inserted following hook bar placement. C - Additional vertical bars can be placed at adjacent cells, if
required. See Section A.4 for cell dimensions.
D - Bracing required on opposite end of T-Junction to prevent
bulging. For bracing and installation details refer to section D - Spacing between vertical steel reinforcement in wall is
F.11.7. 333mm where one set of bars are placed per panel.
NOTE: Detail intended for where structural continuity is NOTE: Bar spacing from outer skin shown above applies for
required. Otherwise, dowel only connection can be N12 bars. Measurement is taken from skin inner to bar
used instead of hook bars. Dowel only connection will centre.
eliminate the requirement to cut holes in panels.
Option 1 – Stagger bars
C
D 51
51
A B C 150
B
A B C
B
51
150
51
A
A
A D D
150
D D
Plan View
B
Section View
Option 2 – Horizontals to one face
150
150
A B C B
150
A B C B 51
150
51
A
150
A
150
D D
D D
Plan View
Section View

E.2.2.2. Corners E.2.2.3. T-Junctions
A - Max N12 hook bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 centres. A - Cut 115Ø holes at 150mm centres to match holes in main
If > N12 is required, use 2 x N12 hook bars paired together, profile, or remove panel as shown in Detail F.11.7.2.
or use U-bar. Return leg of hook bar to be seated on
B - Max N16 hook bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 centres.
adjacent hole of 200 profile.
Dimension ‘B’ to suit required lap length with horizontal
B bar.
B
6x
BAR Ø
6x
175 MIN BAR Ø
175 MIN
B - Hook bar leg to suit required lap length with horizontal bar.
C - Corner vertical bar, inserted following hook bar placement.
Do not place starter bar in corner, otherwise hook bars C - Vertical bar inserted following hook bar placement.
cannot be inserted.
NOTE: Hook bars can be substituted for straight bars (dowels) bulging. For bracing and installation details refer to section
where structural continuity not required, such as for non- F.11.7.
shear walls.
NOTE: Detail intended for where structural continuity is
LAP required. Otherwise, dowel only connection can be
used instead of hook bars. Dowel only connection will
C eliminate the requirement to cut holes in panels.
C
D

e.3. Reinforcement Placement – 2 Layers
E.3.1. DINCEL 200
E.3.1.1. Main Profiles E.3.1.2. Corners
A - Vertical steel reinforcement, if required, secured to P-VRC A - N12, N16 or N20 U-bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450
or similar. centres.
• At the top of the wall, vertical bars should be tied to a
supporting element such as horizontal reinforcement, X
(lace bar).
B - Horizontal steel reinforcement, if required, at 150mm X = 135, or to suit required cover.

increments (to line up with panel horizontal web holes). Insert U-bar by sliding the P-5 corner cover up. Where
access is insufficient, pre-construct 2xP1 panels and 1xP-
C - Additional vertical bars can be placed at adjacent cells, if
5 with reinforcement within and move to required position.
B - U-bar leg to suit required lap length with horizontal bar.
D - Spacing between vertical steel reinforcement in wall is
333mm where one set of bars are placed per panel. C - Corner vertical bar, inserted following U-bar placement.
If there is no access to exterior corner face, do not place
NOTE: Bar spacing from outer skin shown above applies for
starter bar in corner, otherwise U-bars cannot be inserted.
N12 bars. Measurement is taken from skin inner to bar
centre.
LAP
Option 1 – Vertical bars to outer faces (horizontal bars placed first) C
51
150
51
A B C 150
B
A B C B 150
150
A
A
150
A 32
D D 150
32
D D
Plan View
Section View
Option 2 – Horizontal bars to outer faces (vertical bars placed first)
36
36
150
B A C 150
B A C
150
B 150
B
A
A 150
51 150
D D 51
D D
Plan View
Section View

E.3.1.3. T-Junctions
A - Cut 115Ø holes at 150mm centres to match holes in main

profile, or remove panel as shown in Detail F.10.7.
B - Max N16 hook bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 centres.
bar.
B
6x
BAR Ø
175 MIN
C - Vertical bar inserted following hook bar placement.

F.11.7.
required. Otherwise, dowel only connection can be
C
D

E.3. REINFORCEMENT PLACEMENT – 2 LAYERS CONTINUED
E.3.2. DINCEL 275

E.3.2.1. Main Profiles E.3.2.2. Corners (Option 1)
A - Vertical steel reinforcement, if required, secured to P-VRC A - N12, N16 or N20 U-bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450
or similar. centres.
• At the top of the wall, vertical bars should be tied to a
supporting element such as horizontal reinforcement, X
(lace bar).
B - Horizontal steel reinforcement, if required, at 150mm X = 200, or to suit required cover.

increments (to line up with panel horizontal web holes). Insert U-bar by sliding the P-5 corner cover up. Where
access is insufficient, pre-construct 2xP1 panels and 1xP-
C - Additional vertical bars can be placed at adjacent cells, if
5 with reinforcement within and move to required position.
B - U-bar leg to suit required lap length with horizontal bar.
D - Spacing between vertical steel reinforcement in wall is
275mm where one set of bars are placed per panel. C - Corner vertical bar, inserted following U-bar placement.
If there is no access to exterior corner face, do not place
NOTE: Bar spacing from outer skin shown above applies for
starter bar in corner, otherwise U-bars cannot be inserted.
N12 bars. Measurement is taken from skin inner to bar
centre.
LAP
Option 1 – Vertical bars to outer faces (preferred - horizontal bars
placed first)
47
B A C 150
47
B A C 150
B
B 150
150
A A
A 150
70
150 C
70
D D
D D
Plan View
Section View
Option 2 – Horizontal bars to outer faces (vertical bars placed first)
51
A B C 150
51
B C 150
B
B 150
150
A
A 150
150 73
73
D D
D D
Plan View Section View

E.3.2.2. Corners (Option 2) E.3.2.3. T-Junctions
A - N12, N16 or N20 U-bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 A - Cut 2 x 95Ø holes at 150mm centres to match holes in
centres. main profile, or remove panel as shown in Detail F.10.7.
B B - Max N12 hook bars, provided at 150, 300 or 450 centres.
6x bar.
BAR Ø B
130 MIN
6x
B - Dimension ‘B’ to suit required lap length with horizontal BAR Ø
bar.
175 MIN
C - Corner vertical bars, inserted following hook bar
placement. If there is no access to exterior corner face, do C - Vertical bar inserted following hook bar placement.
not place any starter bars in corner, otherwise hook bars
cannot be inserted. D - Bracing required on opposite end of T-Junction to prevent
F.10.7.
LAP
required. Otherwise, dowel only connection can be
C D
A
C

e.4. Other Reinforcement Detailing
E.4.1. STARTER BARS
The open cell design of Dincel panels ensures easy starter bar E.4.1.2. Dincel 155
placement. Starter bars can be provided as post-fixed (drill &
epoxy) or cast-in, depending on structural requirements. A - Starter bars. If required, starter bars can be placed in
adjacent cells of panel.
It is recommended to provide the spacings of starter bars to
match Dincel panel sizes where possible. Preferred spacing B - Where hook bars are used for corner reinforcement, do not
options have been provided in the following pages. It is place starter bar at corner as this will prevent insertion for
important to note that any spacing between starter bars can the bottom portion of wall.
be accommodated within Dincel panels. However, a spacing
280 333 333...
which does not align with Dincel panel sizes will increase the
likelihood of a bar clashing with a web.
In the event of a starter bar clash with a web:
280
• When the bars are post-fixed (drill & epoxy) the installer
B A
can simply move the bar to the left or right of the web.
Starter bars should be post-fixed during panel installation
rather than before.
333
• When the bars are cast-in, the starter bar can be slightly
cranked in order to avoid the clash (subject to engineer’s
approval).
When positioning starter bars, a template (sample panel) can 333...
be used to assist with placement of starter bar locations.
E.4.1.1. Dincel 110

E.4.1.3. Dincel 200
A - Starter bars. If required, starter bars can be placed in
A - Starter bars. If required, starter bars can be placed in
adjacent cells of panel.
adjacent cells of panel. Starter bars can be provided
B - Where hook bars are used for corner reinforcement, do not central or each face depending on requirements.
place starter bar at corner as this will prevent insertion for
B - To suit selected reinforcement detailing (see Section
the bottom portion of wall.
E.3.1.1.
C - To suit selected reinforcement detailing (see Section
260 333 333...
E.3.1.1.
D - Only provide starter bars to corner if access is provided to
outside face (to allow for insertion of horizontal U-bars).
260
B A 375 333 333...
B
C
333
375 B
D
A
333...
333
333...

E.4.2. LINTELS
E.4.1.4. Dincel 275 E.4.2.1. Option 1 – Standard Lintel
A - Starter bars. If required, starter bars can be placed in A - Horizontal reinforcement as required to design lintel as
adjacent cells of panel. Starter bars can be provided concrete beam.
central or each face depending on requirements.
B - Concrete slab over with reinforcement to engineer’s
B - To suit selected reinforcement detailing (see Section requirements.
E.3.2.1.
C - Finish to underside of Dincel lintel, if required. Refer to
C - To suit selected reinforcement detailing (see Section Section C.6.2.
E.3.2.1.
D - Only provide starter bars to corner if access is provided to
outside face (to allow for insertion of horizontal U-bars).
385 275 275... B
B
C
385
B A
D A
C
OPENING
275
E.4.2.1. Option 2 – Highly Loaded Lintel

275... A - Horizontal reinforcement as required to design lintel as
concrete beam.
B - Concrete slab over with reinforcement to engineer’s
requirements.
C - Provide L-bars with hook ends to work as L-beam with
slab. Alternatively, L-bars can be replaced with stirrups as
shear reinforcement. Vertical reinforcement should be tied
to horizontal reinforcement from underside of lintel during
construction.
D - Finish to underside of Dincel lintel, if required. Refer to
Section C.6.2.
C
B
D
OPENING

E.4. OTHER REINFORCEMENT DETAILING CONTINUED
E.4.3. BOUNDARY ELEMENTS

E.4.3.1. Structures Less Than Four Storeys E.4.3.2. Structures More Than Four Storeys
A - Min N12 U-bar, to lap with horizontal wall reinforcement. A - Min N12 U-bar, to lap with horizontal wall reinforcement.
B - Dincel ‘Column’ panel (200P-1C/275P-1C) ordered, with B - Dincel ‘Column’ panel (200P-1C/275P-1C) ordered, with
webbing between web holes pre-removed to allow for webbing between web holes pre-removed to allow for
insertion of U-bar. Alternatively, webbing can be removed insertion of U-bar. Alternatively, webbing can be removed
onsite (refer to Section F.9). onsite (refer to Section F.9).
C - 2 x N16 vertical bars. C - R10 hook ties attached to vertical bars. Ties must be fixed
to vertical bars before inserting into wall and assembly
D - Vertical wall reinforcement if required.
inserted prior to horizontal reinforcement.
E - Horizontal wall reinforcement if required.
60
NOTE: Detail is based upon requirements of AS3600:2-18
14.6.2.2. Designer must consider project specific
70
conditions before selecting detail. This detail is only
200 Dincel: X = 125mm
required where the portion of wall is considered a X
275 Dincel: X = 160mm
boundary element.
LAP
D - Vertical wall reinforcement if required.
E
E - Horizontal wall reinforcement if required.
NOTE: Detail is based upon requirements of AS3600:2-18
14.6.2.3. Designer must consider project specific
conditions before selecting detail. This detail is only
required where the portion of wall is considered a
D A C B boundary element.
LAP
E
D C A B

E.4.4. HIGHLY LOADED BLADE WALL
E.4.4.1. 200 Dincel E.4.4.2. 275 Dincel
A - Dincel ‘Column’ panels (200P-1C) ordered, with webbing A - Dincel ‘Column’ panels (275P-1C) ordered, with webbing
between web holes pre-removed to allow for insertion of between web holes pre-removed to allow for insertion of
U-bar. Alternatively, webbing can be removed onsite (refer U-bar. Alternatively, webbing can be removed onsite (refer
to Section F.9). to Section F.9).
B - Starter bars located clear of vertical bars, ties and Dincel B - Starter bars located clear of vertical bars, ties and Dincel
profile webs. profile webs. 60
C - Optional R10 hook ties attached to C - Optional R10 hook ties attached
vertical bars, if required for additional 70 to vertical bars, if required for
X 70
restraint. Ties must be fixed to vertical additional restraint. Ties must be
bars before inserting into wall by tack fixed to vertical bars before inserting 160
60
welding or tie-wire. into wall by tack welding or tie-wire.
D - N12 U-bars at 150 or 300 centres, inserted from each end D - N12 or N16 U-bars at 150 or 300
and lapped in centre. centres, inserted from each end and lapped in centre
E - If wall is exposed and unlined (i.e. basement carpark wall),
B additional finishing to wall ends can be considered. Refer
to Section C.6.1.
E - After insertion of horizontal reinforcement, Stop
X
End accessory slid down profile minimising bracing
requirements. Alternatively, an Clip-On End Cap accessory
+ bracing can be used.
X = 72mm If wall is exposed and unlined (i.e. basement carpark wall),
additional finishing to wall ends can be considered. Refer
E - Joiner accessory (required if Stop Ends are used on either
to Section C.6.1.
side).
F - After insertion of horizontal reinforcement, Stop LAP
End accessory slid down profile minimising bracing
requirements. Alternatively, an Clip-On End Cap accessory
+ bracing can be used.
If wall is exposed and unlined (i.e. basement carpark wall),
additional finishing to wall ends can be considered. Refer A B C D E
to Section C.6.1. LENGTH
LAP
A B E C D F
LENGTH

DINCEL 200 - STANDARD BLADE WALL SIZES

BLADE WALL LENGTH DINCEL PROFILES & ACCESSORIES
TOTAL LENGTH (MM) CONCRETE LENGTH (MM) P-1 P-J P-SE
1060 1040 3 1 2
1393 1373 4 1 2
1726 1706 5 1 2
Cut 1xP1 main profile to suit required wall width.
Custom – Any Length Splice panels together after cutting
(Refer to Section F.8.1)
DINCEL 275 - STANDARD BLADE WALL SIZES

BLADE WALL LENGTH DINCEL PROFILES
TOTAL LENGTH (MM) CONCRETE LENGTH (MM) P-1
1135 1127 4
1410 1402 5
1685 1677 6
1960 1952 7
E.4.5.COLUMNS
E.4.5.1. 200 Dincel
A - Dincel ‘Column’ panels (200P-1C) ordered, with centre webbing pre-removed to make centre hole. Alternatively, webbing can
be removed onsite (refer to Section F.9)
B - Starter bars located clear of vertical bars, ties and Dincel profile webs.
C - Insert R10 closed ties as required. Alternate tie detailing to AS3600 X2
can be considered.
D - Vertical bars, placed into position after inserting ties.
E - Joiner accessory (required if stop ends are used on either side).
F - After insertion of horizontal reinforcement, Stop End accessory slid down profile minimising bracing requirements.
Alternatively, an Clip-On End Cap/Screw-On Cap accessory + bracing can be used. Refer to section F11.5.
If wall is exposed and unlined (e.g. basement carpark wall), additional finishing to wall ends can be considered. Refer to
Section C.6.1.

E.4.5.2. 275 Dincel
A - Dincel ‘Column’ panels (275P-1C) ordered with centre webbing pre-removed to make centre hole. Alternatively, webbing can be
removed onsite (refer to Section F.9)
B - Insert R10 closed ties as required. Alternate tie detailing to AS3600 can
X2
be considered.
C - Vertical bars, placed into position after inserting ties.
D - Starter bars located clear of vertical bars, ties and Dincel profile webs.
E - After insertion of horizontal reinforcement, 3mm metal “C”-Cap (screwed every 200mm (8-18 x 25mm button head) can be
used without bracing. Otherwise, use either Clip-On End Cap or Screw-On Cap with bracing. Refer section F.11.5.
If wall is exposed and unlined (e.g. basement carpark wall), additional finishing to wall ends can be considered. Refer to
Section C.6.1
DINCEL 200 – COLUMN SIZES

COLUMN LENGTH DINCEL PROFILES & ACCESSORIES
TOTAL LENGTH (MM) EFFECTIVE CONCRETE LENGTH (MM) P-1 P-J P-SE
727 707 2 1 2
1060 1040 3 1 2
DINCEL 275 – COLUMN SIZES
COLUMN LENGTH DINCEL PROFILES

3MM METAL CLOSED
TOTAL LENGTH (MM) EFFECTIVE CONCRETE LENGTH (MM) 275P-1C SCREWS PVC ANGLE
"C" CAP TIES
586 540 2 2 150mm ₵ Every 200mm 1 x 2.4m
861 815 3 2 150mm ₵ Every 200mm 1 x 2.4m
1136 1090 4 2 150mm ₵ Every 200mm 1 x 3.0m
Cut 1x275P-1C main profile to suit required column length. Splice
Custom – Any Length
panels together after cutting (Refer to section F.8.1)

E.4.6. SYNTHETIC FIBRE REINFORCEMENT

In lieu of steel reinforcement bars, synthetic fibre reinforcement
can be considered by the design engineer. The use of synthetic
fibre reinforcement added to a concrete mix instead of steel
reinforcement bars will result in the following benefits:
• No possibility of corrosion
• Reduction in labour costs
• Reduction in carbon emissions
Analysis and Testing of the 275 Dincel Wall
• Increased safety during installation System for Stiffness, Shear & Flexural
Capacities
• Increased speed of construction
BarChip 48 Macro Synthetic Fibre has been tested within Dincel
Walling and is recommended as a suitable replacement to steel
bar reinforcement. To download a copy of the UTS test report,
please download by scanning the QR Code below: By:
A/Professor Shami Nejadi and Dr Harry Far of University of Technology
(UTS) Structural Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental
Engineering Specialist Consultants
UTS certify within the report that BarChip
48 macro synthetic fibres can be used
instead of steel reinforcement bars in
accordance with the testing carried out to
AS3600:2018 Appendix B.
SCAN HERE January 2021

E.4.7. STEEL REINFORCEMENT SPECIFICATIONS
It is important to consider the thickness of bar sizes, spacings and placement in order to ensure that adequate concrete compaction
is achieved. Specifications surrounding the permissible steel reinforcement within the Dincel wall system is provided below.
Maximum Permissible Steel Reinforcement for Adequate Compaction:
1 LAYER OF REINFORCEMENT 2 LAYERS OF REINFORCEMENT
HORIZONTAL VERTICAL HORIZONTAL VERTICAL

Max Bar Size N12 N16 - -
110 DINCEL Min Bar Spacing (mm) 150 166 - -
Bar Positioning Central Central - -
Max Bar Size N16 N20 - N16
Min Bar Spacing (mm) 150 166 - 166
155 DINCEL
Bar Positioning Central Central or one face - At each face
Min Concrete Cover (mm) 20 - 20 -
Max Bar Size N16 N20 N16 N20
Min Bar Spacing (mm) 150 166 150 166
200 DINCEL
Bar Positioning At one face Central or one face At each face At each face
Min Concrete Cover (mm) 30 20 30 20
Max Bar Size N20 N28 1
N20 N281
Min Bar Spacing (mm) 150 2751 150 2751
275 DINCEL
Bar Positioning At one face At one face At each face At each face
Min Concrete Cover (mm) 30 30 30 30
General Notes
1
If closer spacing is required, 2 x N20 bars each face can be placed within each main profile (1 x N20 bar each face, on either side
of the central web).
• Maximum 1 bar to be lapping with another 1 bar at any given location. Bar bundling is not permitted, unless the bar size is
restricted to N12 and with 2 bars only.
• For walls where steel bar reinforcement is placed at each face, the clear space at the centre of the wall between the
horizontal/vertical bars is required to be a minimum of 60mm.
• The maximum steel reinforcement permissible within AS3600:2018 must also not be exceeded.
• The cover nominated above represents the minimum requirement for compaction purposes only. Consideration should
be given by the designer for the concrete cover requirements specified in AS3600:2018 T4.10.3.2 and 4.10.3.3 for rigid
formwork (i.e. Dincel formwork).
• Depending on the application, the designer may decide to design to AS 3600 or AS 3735. If the design is to AS 3735-2001:
Clause 3.2.2(b) is for the restrained concrete case which will eventuate in more steel being used in comparison to Clause
3.2.2(a). The relevant reinforcement ratio for the restrained concrete case can be reduced if Clause 3.2.2(b)(i) or (ii) are
applicable, which allows for a reduction of the reinforcement ratio provided that movement or partial movement joints are
provided at the nominated maximum spacings. These “joints” which AS 3735 refers to could be considered to be provided
in the form of the Dincel webs. These webs induce cracks in the concrete at the plastic stage, and autogenous healing
fills these very small cracks (these cracks being less than 0.1mm in width when the crack inducers are at 0.125m centres
in the case of 200 Dincel as endorsed/certified by the UNSW). In the case of 275 Dincel, the crack inducers are located at
0.275m/2 = 0.137m centres.

e.5. Determining FRP
In accordance with the NCC, some building elements are required to have a Fire Resistance Period (FRP) no less than the stated Fire
Resistance Level (FRL).
The components of FRP include components of structural adequacy, integrity and insulation. The below table provides an overview
of how they are determined:
STRUCTURAL ADEQUACY LAYER INTEGRITY INSULATION

The ability to maintain stability
DESCRIPTION and load bearing capacity as At each face At each face
per AS 1530.4.
AS 3600:2018 5.3.1 AS 3600:2018 5.3.1
AS 3600:2018 Table 5.7.2
If structural adequacy and If structural adequacy and
OR insulation are satisfied, insulation are satisfied,
FRP DETERMINATION USING AS
3600:2018 By method of calculation using integrity is deemed to be integrity is deemed to be
Eurocode (as permitted in satisfied as well. The value is satisfied as well. The value is
Clause 5.3.1 b) assumed as the lesser of the assumed as the lesser of the
two other values. two other values.
As shown above, the insulation and integrity components are relatively straight forward to determine using the tables provided
within AS3600:2018. For the structural adequacy component, Clause 5.3 of AS3600:2018 allows two methods of determination:
• 1. Through tabulated data provided within AS 3600:2018 (simplified method). Note this method generally results in lower
values for structural adequacy.
• 2. Through calculation via EuroCode 2 ‘Zone Method’, as permitted by AS3600:2018 Clause 5.3.1 (b). This method is a more
robust approach then using the tabulated data and is generally able to provide a higher value for structural adequacy. It
should be noted that EuroCode 2 also provides a simplified method (which is similar to AS3600 T5.7.2) however additionally
provides a more robust approach being the “Zone Method” (which is permitted to be used under AS3600 Clause 5.3.1). For
assistance in calculating structural adequacy using this method, Dincel offers a Eurocode FRP design tool upon request.
Please email [email protected] to obtain a copy.
Dincel has been subject to large scale AS 1530.4 tests to verify that the polymer skin and webbing does not adversely affect the FRL
in comparison to a conventional concrete wall. For further information, please refer to Section D.2.6.

e.6. Bracing
Dincel formwork itself is capable of handling the wet concrete pressures as defined in AS 3610 – Concrete Formwork Specifications,
provided that the guidelines in Section F.12.2 of this manual are adhered to by the installer. Just like conventional formwork, Dincel
formwork must be suitably restrained/braced in order to be laterally stabilised against site specific factors such as wind loading and
early backfilling if applicable. Brace capacities, brace spacings, brace fixings and brace/wall height are all variables which need to
be taken into consideration.
The method of calculation to determine bracing requirements should be determined in accordance with the relevant Australian
Standards such as AS 3610 and AS 1170. Where fixing into Dincel panels joints, the pull-out capacity achieved by fixing to a 2.5mm
thick PVC sheet can be assumed.
Details have been provided below for guidance purposes and represents the minimum requirement for concreting purposes (not
taking into consideration other loading such as wind and/or backfilling).
E.6.1. SECURING TO FORMWORK DECK E.6.2. DIAGONAL BRACES

Where the Dincel wall height is under 3.6m, panels can be Diagonal bracing is required if the Dincel panels are freestanding
secured to the formwork deck rather than using diagonal and there is no formwork deck to secure the top of the wall onto.
bracing. This restraint technique will ensure faster installation If there is a formwork deck above, refer to the previous Section.
and easier access for trades on the level below.
A - Continuous horizontal waler, constructed from steel (top
A - Dincel profile, filled with concrete on completion of hat) or timber.
bracing. Panels must be under 3.6m tall, otherwise
supplement with conventional bracing and walers. B - Min 2 x 12g hex head screws at each panel joint location
(refer to F.11.3 for screw placement guidance). Screws
B - Formwork decking system, suitably propped and braced to be removed after concrete pour, and holes remaining
as required. provided with sealant if required.
C - Plywood deck surface (min 20mm thick). Plywood to be C - Adjustable ‘Push-Pull’ Prop/Brace.
installed snug surrounding Dincel wall.
D - Position waler at 1/3rd of wall height from top of wall,
D - 25mm lip to enable suitable edge for screw fixings. Lip or as otherwise specified by engineer. Where the wall is
also prevents deck water run-off & debris entering Dincel taller than 4m, a secondary waler with braces should be
panels before pour. provided at the wall’s mid-height.
E - Typical pour break location. E - Spacing between braces as specified by engineer. See
F - Screw fixings into plywood deck on one side of wall profile below for minimum requirements.
(typically minimum 50mm chipboard screws or minimum NOTE: The following is provided for illustration and guidance
50mm timber hex head screws). Screws should be placed purposes only. Bracing of formwork must be designed
at every panel joint location (refer to F.11.3 for screw by the engineer to suit site conditions. Any wind loading
placement guidance). and/or backfill loading has not been considered in the
NOTE: The following is provided for illustration and guidance below.
purposes only. Bracing of formwork must be designed
by the engineer to suit site conditions. WALL HEIGHT SPACING BETWEEN BRACES
Maximum 1.66m
Up to 3.6m
(every 5-6 panels)
D 3.6m to 5.0m
Maximum 1.33m
(every 4-5 panels)
C E F
B
A
C

e.7. Earthquake Resistance
E.7. EARTHQUAKE RESISTANCE
Dincel Structural Walling has been subject to an extensive testing and assessment regime with the University of Technology Sydney
(UTS) to determine the adequacy of the system in seismic regions. The tests include:
• Shake table simulations
• In-plane horizontal shear push over tests
The test results and accompanying analysis confirms the suitability of Dincel system to resist large lateral forces and resulting
displacement caused by major ground motions measuring up to 9.0 on the Richter scale. The permanent polymer shell achieves
this by working in conjunction with concrete and steel reinforcement to provide ductile composite action to the wall. It was also
determined that the lateral stiffness of a Dincel wall is equivalent of a comparable conventional plain concrete wall.
For further information, it is recommended that the full report by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is downloaded by
scanning on the QR Code below:
Analyses and Testing of Dincel Wall System

Subjected to Severe Earthquake Loads Analysis and Testing of the 275 Dincel Wall
System for Stiffness, Shear & Flexural
By Professor Bijan Samali Capacities
Professor of Structural Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Specialist Consultant- accessUTS Pty Ltd
February 2011
By:
SCAN HERE A/Professor Shami Nejadi and Dr Harry Far of University of Technology SCAN HERE
(UTS) Structural Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental
Engineering Specialist Consultants
January 2021
accessUTS Pty Limited
PO Box 123
Broadway NSW 2007 Australia
Tel+61 2 9514 1916 Fax+61 29514 1433
ABN 55 098 424 312 accessUTS is a controlled entity of the University of Technology Sydney
Furthermore, the in-plane stiffness and ductility of Dincel 275 was tested by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). It was
found that higher ductility factors can be utilised within Dincel walling due to the composite action and confinement provided by the
polymer shell. All methodologies for determining ductility factors confirm that Dincel 275, even when left unreinforced, will qualify as
at least ‘limited ductile’ up to ‘fully ductile’, allowing for Dincel 275 walls to be safely used within existing design practices.

e.8. Joints
E.8.1. CONSTRUCTION JOINTS
Construction joints should not be confused with crack control joints. Crack control joints are not required within Dincel walling (refer
to Section E.9.3). Construction joints within Dincel walls are required where the slab/footing below or above the wall contains a
construction joint or at shrinkage strip locations. Such joints must be carried vertically through the wall due to the high amount of
movement expected between the building elements.
E.8.1. ‘STOP-START’ CONSTRUCTION JOINT E.8.2.WHERE CONTINUITY REQUIRED

A - Extent of first concrete pour. A - Extent of first concrete pour.
B - Dincel panels installed at a later stage. B - Extent of Dincel panels installed for first concrete pour.
Two additional panels are installed and left empty (not
C - Terminate horizontal reinforcement (if any) at wall end.
concreted) in order to house the cast-in horizontal lapping
D - Termination of walls through either Clip-On End Cap (P- bars.
EC), Screw-On Cap (P-TC) or Stop End (P-EC) accessories.
C - Remainder of Dincel panels installed at later stage.
E - Nominal 20mm gap (or as otherwise required) provided
D - Slide down barrier to allow for pour break. Barrier can
between walls. Gap must be treated for waterproofing,
consist of the following options:
acoustic and fire purposes as required. Caulking can be
considered for non-submerged conditions. • Dincel Stop End accessory (P-SE) or Screw-On Cap
accessory (P-TC) with neat holes drilled to accommodate
horizontal bars. If P-TC used the width is required to be
cut to size (to fit inside profile).
C D E
• Rigid expanded metal mesh (rib mesh) cut to size. Note:
rib mesh is not suitable when SCC is used.
E - If wall is used for waterproof application, provide

A B waterproof membrane (bandage) to joint.
F - Reinforcement used to lap with horizontal bars within wall,
inserted through neat holes.
G - Horizontal reinforcement within wall for first pour, as
required by Structural Engineer.
H - Horizontal reinforcement installed at later stage.
I - Concrete poured within next segment of Dincel profiles at
later stage.
G F E D H I
A C
B

e.9. Crack Control Mechanism
Dincel profiles feature polymer webs which are provided in Combined Effects
plan at approximately 125mm centres (exact spacing differs Considering the worst case scenario of combined shrinkage
depending on the profile). These webs reduce the cross- and thermal expansion (the smallest possible shrinkage with the
sectional area of the vertical plane which induces controlled largest possible thermal expansion) using a design shrinkage
cracks along the ‘weakened’ locations. strain after 30 years for a tropical environment, 200mm
concrete thickness, f’c=25MPa, the design shrinkage strain
Approx. 125
would be taken as 440 (in accordance with AS 3600-2018,Table
3.1.7.2). The shrinkage can be calculated as follows:
Shrinkage = Strain multiplied by the distance between
crack inducers
Shrinkage = 440 x 10-6 x 125mm = 0.055
Therefore, the combined worst-case effects for combined
shrinkage and thermal expansion can be calculated as follows:
Crack Inducing
Polymer Webs
Total relative movement = Shrinkage - Expansion
= 0.06mm – 0.055mm = 0.005
In conventional concrete design, crack control expansion joints
It can be seen from the above shrinkage and thermal expansion
are typically provided in order to combat volumetric changes
calculations that for the worst possible case of combined
from shrinkage and thermal fluctuations. These items have
shrinkage and thermal effects, there is no resultant expansion
been explained below for Dincel walling.
and therefore no need for any special expansion joint provisions.
Shrinkage This type of design methodology is not typically considered
The most extreme design shrinkage strain after 30 years as with conventional concrete walls as cracks at regular centres
specified in AS 3600-2018 Table 3.1.7.2 is 810 microstrain. would be unsightly. However, with Dincel walling, the concrete
This is assuming the worst conditions such as an f’c of 25MPa, is encapsulated and protected by the polymer skin and
thickness of 50mm and an arid environment. Even taking into therefore these controlled cracks are not visible at the surface.
account these worst conditions as a conservative approach, Furthermore, the polymer skin retains the moisture within
the crack size can be calculated as follows: concrete which enables ideal curing conditions. This minimises
Shrinkage = Strain multiplied by the distance between shrinkage in comparison to conventionally formed walls.
crack inducers
E.9.1. INDUSTRY REVIEW
Shrinkage = 810 x 10-6 x 125mm = 0.1mm
The crack control principles for Dincel walling have been
This indicates that the maximum crack width will not reviewed by the University of New South Wales (UNSW). For a
exceed 0.1mm on either side of a web, or 0.2mm in total at more detailed explanation, the certification can be downloaded
a web location. It should be noted that due to the polymer by scanning or clicking on the QR Code below:
encapsulation provided by Dincel panels leading to ongoing
hydration, this is a conservative calculation.
Thermal Expansion
When considering thermal effects (i.e. thermal expansion and
contraction) for Australian conditions it would be reasonable
to consider a total thermal variation of 40°C (i.e. ± 20°C). In
accordance with AS 3600-2018 3.2.4, the coefficient of thermal
expansion for concrete is 12 x 10-6/°C. Over a length of 125mm
between polymer webs, the maximum total thermal expansion
can be calculated as follows:
Thermal expansion = Coefficient of thermal expansion SCAN HERE
x temperature variation x length
Thermal expansion = (12 x 10-6 / °C) x 40°C
x 125 = 0.06mm

E.9.2. CRACK CONTROL STEEL E.9.3. CRACK CONTROL JOINTS
AS 3600:2018 Section 11.7 specifies the minimum steel Due to the inbuilt crack inducing technology, Dincel walls do not
reinforcement required for concrete walls. Section 11.7.1(b) require joints for crack control purposes. Crack control joints
states requirements for horizontal reinforcement: are defined as those which are placed solely for the purpose
“In the horizontal direction, of not less than 0.0025, except of reducing cracking due to standard thermal fluctuations
that for a wall designed for one-way buckling using Clause of expansion and contraction, creep, or concrete shrinkage.
11.4(a) and where there is no restrain against horizontal Crack control joints are sometimes referred to as contraction,
shrinkage or vertical movements, this may be reduced to shrinkage or control joints.
zero if the wall is less than 2.5 m wide”. Crack control joints should not be confused with construction
The minimum reinforcement stated in Section 11.7 of AS joints, which may be required within Dincel walling at locations
3600:2018 applies is for crack control due to concrete where significant movement is expected (such as the
shrinkage and thermal actions. This minimum reinforcement continuation of a construction joint from a slab, refer to Section
is deemed necessary so that crack widths that may develop do E.8.1).
not affect structural performance and serviceability of the wall It should also be noted that although the Dincel wall itself
in its final state. is not required to be provided with additional crack control
From a theoretical stand point, a Dincel wall can be idealised as joints, any finishes applied onto the walling system needs to
a series of approximately 125mm wide concrete members and be considered. For example, render applied onto the walling
therefore the wall width is significantly less than the AS 3600 system will need to be provided with physical joints or grooves.
limit of 2.5m. Crack control steel reinforcement can therefore Further information regarding crack control joints in finishes
be reduced to zero within Dincel walls when the simplified can be found in Section C.3.3.
method of AS 3600 is used. Due to the controlled cracking which occurs in Dincel walling
Where steel reinforcement is required for a structural purpose at approximately 125mm centres, the wall is able to handle the
other than crack control (i.e. horizontal bars in a shear wall), this effects of thermal variations and shrinkage. This methodology
steel reinforcement must be retained. would be no different to providing ‘saw cuts’ within a slab or
concrete element, in order to induce a controlled crack and
It should be noted that other international codes allow for the allow for movement. The controlled cracks within the wall act
design of concrete walls as plain concrete only (without any as contraction joints at close centres.
steel reinforcement). Such codes include:
• ACI 318 (American)

• EuroCode2 1992 (European)
• BS 8110 (English)
• CSA A23.3 (Canadian)
• DIN 1045-1 (German)
As stated above, the technology offered by Dincel panels allows
for the elimination of crack control steel. Elimination of steel
reinforcement where possible should be seriously considered
by engineers, as steel production is widely known as one of the
largest carbon emitters from the manufacturing industry.

INSTALLATION
CONTENTS
F1.
Ordering 126
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F2. Transport 126

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F3. Unloading & Storage 127

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F4. Tools 128

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F5. Safety 131

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F6.
Pre-Planning 132
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F7. Typical Installation Process 135

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F8. Wall Splicing 142

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F9. Inserting Ties or U-Bars 146

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F10. Connecting to Slab or Landing 147

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F11. Bracing 148

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F12. Concreting 153

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F13. Patching 157

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F14. Cleaning 157

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F15. Installer Check List 157
F. INSTALLATION 125
F.1. ORDERING
F.1.1. DETERMINING WHAT TO ORDER F.1.2. WAYS TO ORDER
• Obtain the latest copy of the architectural and structural To order with Dincel, simply use any of the below methods:
drawings. Make sure that drawings clearly identify which
Call - Call us on 1300 DINCEL and get in touch with our
•
walls are specified as Dincel and the wall thicknesses are
Customer Service team who can guide you through the
detailed.
process.
• Upload plans to Dincel website. Our estimating team will
Order Form - Customer fills out an
•
make contact with you to discuss further.
order form which includes details
• Dincel estimating team will send the components list such as profile type, height and
and quote for your approval. Panel heights and other any associated accessories. Order
information may need to be confirmed during this forms can be downloaded from:
process. https://www.dincel.com.au/products.
SCAN HERE
The order form is then sent to
[email protected].
Dincel Shop - Our Dincel online shop
•
makes it easier than ever to place
an order. Simply register for an
account on our website, and once
SCAN HERE
this is approved by our team you can
browse our online catalogue and
SCAN HERE
purchase at a time that suits you.
The Dincel shop can be accessed at:
https://shop.dincel.com.au/
F.2. TRANSPORT
F.2.1. TRANSPORT OPTIONS F.2.2. TIMEFRAMES
• Option 1: Delivery – Delivery organised through Dincel Stock Orders – Generally ready within two business days after
directly to your site. payment has been received and cleared.
• Option 2: Pickup – Customer organises their own Custom Orders – Generally ready within 7-14 working days
delivery. In such cases, please refer to our Transport after payment has been received and cleared.
Guidance Document. Dincel holding yards are located at:
- NSW – Erskine Park
- Victoria – Dandenong South
- Queensland – Yatala
Please note – orders must be placed prior to pick up.
SCAN HERE

F3. UNLOADING & SToRAGE
F.3.1. UNLOADING
All Dincel delivery trucks are equipped with a ‘hiab’ type crane to
unload the Dincel product onto the site. From here, the panels
can either be carried to their required position by hand, forklift,
or the use of a mobile/tower crane.
CORRECT LIFTING DEVICE

F.3.2. LIFTING ON SITE The crane operator shall ensure that the packs are softly placed
Suitable wide and flat lifting slings (not chains or round ropes) on the site’s storage area without dropping the packs from a
should be used to lift Dincel packs if cranes are used for height.
unloading. These slings should be attached to a lifting/spreader
bar where possible and not a ‘choker’ arrangement in order to F3.3. STORAGE
prevent panel webs being bent and consequently damaged. When daily temperatures are constantly over 30°C, the product
should be kept under cover ensuring that air-flow is not
restricted.
The product is delivered to site in packs with timber crates
around them. Do not stack more than 3 packs on top of each
other. The packs are required to be stored by the customer/
installer on a clean flat area with timber sleepers placed at
1000mm maximum centres. The product will have a tendency
to deform if they are stored with uneven or inappropriate
support. The stored product may collect dust over a period of
time in a construction site’s condition. Refer to Section F.14 if
cleaning of the snap-joints is required.
INCORRECT LIFTING (No lifting/spreader bar used)
F. INSTALLATION 127
F.4. Tools
The tools normally associated with formworking and concreting trades can be used to construct Dincel walls. As a general guide,
hand and power tools may include but are not limited to the following (products and/or brands shown below are indicative only):
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Chalk Line Marking Pencil/Pen Tape Measure

For marking out wall footprint and For marking onto Dincel panels For taking measurements as required
any cuts to panels and slab as required
Squares Spirit Level Laser Level

For ensuring wall corners and cuts Checking plumbness of panels Checking vertical and horizontal
are square panel alignment
Hammer Tin Snips Knips

For general nailing purposes For general cutting purposes For tying and fixing of
steel reinforcement

CUTTING DINCEL PANELS
Angle Grinder Circular Saw Reciprocating Saw

For making small cuts and adjustments For cutting entire lengths of panels, For cutting through entire cross
to panels or cutting the top of multiple panels section of Dincel panels or
removing webbing if required
FIXING DINCEL PANELS
Actuated Charge Gun Cordless Drill Hole Saw

For fixing angles and Guide Track For use with the Hole Saw to form For creating T-Junctions or additional
to concrete slab additional holes within Dincel openings within Dincel panels
profiles and accessories
Cordless Impact Driver Cordless Rotary Hammer Cordless Impact Wrench

For fixing screws to the Dincel For placement of plug type anchors For placement of screw type concrete
profiles and accessories into slab for bracing purposes anchors into slab for bracing purposes
F. INSTALLATION 129
F.4. TOOLS CONTINUED
CONCRETING
Wheelbarrow, Shovel & Trowel Vibrator Concrete Hose + Pump

For handling any concrete spills and Required where SCC is not used. Refer to For placement of concrete into
finishing top/openings of Dincel walls Section F.12.4 for specific details Dincel walls (2.5inch max). Refer to
Section F.12.3 for specific details
CLEANING
Garden Hose Pressure Washer Cleaning Spray and Cloth

For washing off uncured concrete slurry For cleaning hardened/cured To scrub off any remaining markings
from walls concrete slurry, dust and other (for bare Dincel finishes)
reminants from walls

F.5. Safety
F.5.1. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) F.5.2. ACCESS
The installer must adhere to all safety procedures/requirements Access to the walls on-site must always be provided in
which would normally be required with formwork and concreting a safe manner and is the responsibility of the installer
trades. The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will and builder. It is essential that all scaffolding, EWPs,
vary depending on the site conditions and it is important that platforms and edge protection provided comply with
before any work is carried out the risks and hazards are firstly the relevant Safe Work practices, laws, standards,
assessed. regulations and specific site requirements.
Where a Dincel panel is required to be cut on site, Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a dust-proof respirator, F.5.3. SWMS
safety gloves, hearing protection and protective eyewear must Prior to any installation, a Safe Work Method
be worn. Always ensure that when cutting, the work area is Statement (SWMS) should be developed by the
appropriately ventilated. When concreting, a hard hat and steel builder and/or installer and adhered to at all times.
cap boots and safety gloves should be worn. The SWMS at a minimum should take into account
safety considerations such as PPE required, safe
access and safe lifting procedures.
F. INSTALLATION 131
F.6. Pre-Planning
Direction of Installation
F.6.1 STARTING POINTS

Plan out the most suitable starting point for panel installation.
Option 1 – Use this option when constructing a straight wall
If required, cut final

Start with EC panel to suit wall Finish with TC
(Clip-On End Cap) Direction of Installation (Screw-On Cap)
length
If required, cut final

Start with EC panel to suit wall Finish with TC
(Clip-On End Cap) length (Screw-On Cap)
Option 2 – Use this option when constructing along a perimeter such as a basement or tank
Direction of Direction of
Installation Installation
Direction of Direction of
Installation Installation
If required, cut panel to suit wall
length. Refer to splicing
instructions..
Dincel polymer profiles may be subjected to temperature elongation depending on the length, height and daily temperature. Installers
should allow a nominal 10mm of movement for every 15m of wall length for each 10°c temperature variation above 20°c.
On top of temperature movement, installers should allow a construction tolerance of 1mm to each main profile.
If required, cut panel to suit wall

length. Refer to splicing
instructions..

F.6.2 INSTALLATION METHODS
Select the most suitable installation method depending on the site conditions:
Top Down Bottom Up

‘Top Down’ installation is where panels are clicked into place ‘’Bottom Up’ installation is where panels are clicked into place
from the formwork deck above and slid down into position. from the existing floor slab or ground level work area. This
installation method is typically carried out when there is no
formwork deck above.
F. INSTALLATION 133
F.6. PRE-PLANNING CONTINUED
F.6.3. WATERPROOFING
For any wall that is required to be waterproof (e.g. basement
walls or tank walls), the method of waterproofing should be
planned before installation. Waterproofing detailing should be
designed by the project consultants or a qualified waterproofing
contractor.
Although the Dincel wall itself is deemed waterproof by CSIRO,
it is important to adequately waterproof all wall junctions and
any Dincel walling connections that do not utilise the ‘snap-lock’
joint (such as where panels are cut and joined together).
A - Wall to slab junction at base

B - A
ny panel/accessory joints that do not utilise the ‘snap-
lock’ connection (such as where a panel is cut and a
P-WS accessory is used). Please refer to Section B.1.1.
Option 2.
C - Junctions with other walling types
D - Any wall opening or penetration
E - J
unctions with concrete slab above wall.
Note: an exposed slab edge is not recommended, please
refer to Section B.3 for detailing.
AREAS HIGHLIGHTED MUST BE

ADDITIONALLY WATERPROOFED
When waterproofing the above locations, best results will be

achieved when the waterproofing is applied to the positive
(exterior/wet) face. This way, water is prevented from entering
into the system in the first instance.
One of the most important aspects in achieving a waterproof
wall is compacted concrete. Large air voids within the wall will
result in leakages. The installer must ensure that there are no
air voids within the wall in order to ensure sufficient protection
from water. Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) should be used
where waterproofing is critical in order to ensure no air voids.

F.7. Typical Installation Process
F.7.1. WALL TRACK
1: Clean substrate ready for set out. 4: Place angles on at least one face of the corner, where:
• On one face the angle is continuous, or

• On the other face the angle extends 600mm each way
2: Use chalk line to mark out wall base location in accordance

with the consultant drawings. Work off gridlines or surveyor
marks for accurate placement.
3: Place D-ANG50 PVC Angle along the chalk line mark. Place 5: Fix angles to concrete slab through any of the following
angles on one side only for conventional concrete or on both methods:
sides for self-compacting concrete.
• Concrete nails w/actuator charge gun
For basement waterproofing, a different detail may have been
used by the designer (such as installing along a hob edge or • Plug and screw
cast in PVC waterstop). Consult with the designer and follow • Drill and bolt
the necessary detail.
F. INSTALLATION 135
F.7. TYPICAL INSTALLATION PROCESS CONTINUED
F.7.2. STARTER BARS F.7.3. WALL ASSEMBLY
IF starter bars are cast in: 6: Check quantity of panels before use and distribute evenly
Check they are placed at the correct locations nominated on to required work zones, including reinforcement and bracing.
the engineer’s drawings Remove timber framing from packs.
IF starter bars are post-fixed: 7: If any dirt/dust has accumulated within panel joints, spray
Install starters bars by drill & epoxy at the locations and joints with detergent (Windex or similar) to work as a lubricant.
specifications nominated on the engineer’s drawings.
For waterproof walls:

TIP:
Waterproofing contractor to apply any additional waterproofing
A template (sample 300mm tall panel) can be used to
(e.g. membrane, hydrophilic material or injection tubes) as
assist with starter bar placement.
detailed within the project design drawings.

Where applicable, start the wall installation with a corner profile 10: Screw fix bottom of panels into angle, ensuring that the
(P-5). corner assembly is square.
8: Install 1 to 2 main profiles (P-1) on both sides of the corner. 11: Plumb assembled corner through the use of diagonal
braces.
• Click the profiles above the starter bars then slide down
9: Ensure panel end with a ‘half’ web hole(s) are always

positioned towards the bottom for web hole alignment. 12: Place corner horizontal reinforcement into wall:
F. INSTALLATION 137
Where hook bars are specified:

• Place hook bars into the corner from both sides, creating
an eyelet for vertical reinforcement bar to be placed
inside.
• Hook bar must consist of a return leg no less than
175mm to ensure the bar is seated onto the webbing and
not turn.
Where vertical 200P-VRC/D-VRC accessories are used:

Use the exact concrete cover nominated on the engineers
drawing. Bars can be held into place by fixing to the reo-clip with
tie-wire. Place a minimum of three reo-clips onto vertical bars
(at bottom, middle & top providing at least 50mm clearance
from starter bars)
• 200P-VRC: Place vertical reinforcement first

• D-VRC: Place horizontal reinforcement first
Where u-bars are specified (200/275 Dincel):
Slide P5 corner cover up to insert u-bar (where this is not If there is no horizontal steel required, tie D-VRC clips on
possible, remove webbing between the two circles to allow for alternate sides to ensure concrete cover on both faces.
insertion through the main profile by pre-feeding bars).
13: Continue to install Dincel main profiles (P-1) whilst also Where vertical reo-clip accessories are not used:
inserting the steel reinforcement as required. Ensure that Ensure that vertical bars are adequately secured into position.
horizontal web holes line up at all times. Bar chairs can be used for some applications.

16: Fix horizontal waler into wall by screwing into every panel
joint. Place screws in joint location as shown in Section F.11.3.
14: If wall is continuing vertically at a later stage or tying to slab,

vertical bars should protrude from top of wall (as nominated on
engineer’s drawings). Tie off vertical bars to a horizontal lace
bar or support timber.
15: Ensure that horizontal bars are provided with the correct lap, 17: Fix diagonal braces to walers. Plumb the wall by adjusting
as specified on engineer’s drawings. Bar ends should be marked the turnbuckle on the brace (if applicable). See section F.11
on the slab or wall. This mark can be used as a reference point for further details on bracing. Spacing and type of braces as
for the next horizontal bar to appropriately lap with. determined by engineer.
F. INSTALLATION 139
F.7.4. WINDOW & DOOR OPENINGS
1: For any openings such as windows or doors, cut the

surrounding panels to suit the required opening dimensions.
18: If the Dincel panel modules do not align with the required
wall length then cut the Dincel panel to suit. As the snap lock
joint is removed during the cutting process additional screwing
is required (refer to Section F.8.1 for instructions).
2: Assemble cut panels into place. Ensure that horizontal web

holes line up.
3: Ensure that sill, head and jamb details are formed with any
rebates or falls as required on the consultant drawings.
Note: Steel fire rated doors can also be cast into the wall. When
cast in, place sealant on flanges of door jamb and fix to
19: Provide additional bracing to wall ends and corners as Dincel profiles using external grade self-tapping button
required. Refer to Section F.11.5 and F.11.6 for guidance. head screws at 150mm centres.

F.7.5. CURVED WALLS
Optional: 1: Remove notches from the base angle to allow the angle to
For very short headers, panels may be orientated horizontally. follow the required curvature. Fix curved base angle to slab.
For this option, use a P-WS to join to adjacent panels and screw
at min 150mm centres.
For 200 & 275 Dincel:

2A: Install the P4 and P1 panels along angle (as specified on
4: Prepare capping and bracing for opening as specified in the components list) to achieve the desired curvature.
Section F.11.4.
5: When concreting, temporarily remove capping and bracing

to sill to allow for concrete hose and insertion of vibrator (for For 110 & 155 Dincel:
conventional concrete mixes). Port holes can also be created 2B: Cut a slit on one face of panels as required. Then, bend
if suitable. Once compacted concrete has reached sill level, profiles to required curvature and stitch back together using
reinstate bracing & capping to opening. screws at 150mm centres.
F. INSTALLATION 141
F.8. Wall Splicing
F.8.1. VERTICAL WALL SPLICE F.8.1.2. OPTION 2 – SLIDE TECHNIQUE
If the wall length does not match up with the Dincel panel A - Cut Dincel panel to suit required width.
modular sizes, a panel can be cut to achieve the exact
dimension required. As the snap-lock joint is removed during B - Remove barbs from panel ‘B’ to allow for panel to slide into
the cutting process it is required to affix the panel to the rest of panel ‘A’.
the wall through screws: C - Min 40mm overlap between panels. Apply white MS
polymer sealant to areas where panels make contact with
F.8.1.1. OPTION 1 – USE OF P-WS each other.
A - Cut Dincel panel to suit required width. D - Min 40mm overlap between
flange of P-WS and adjacent
B - No requirement to cut adjacent Dincel panel in most
Dincel panels. Apply MS polymer
cases.
sealant to areas where P-WS
C - P-WS (Wall Splicer) accessory. makes contact with panels.
D - Min 40mm overlap between flange of P-WS and adjacent E - Min 15mm between screw fixing and lapped end.
Dincel panels. Apply MS polymer sealant to areas where
F - Max 90mm between webbing of panels, otherwise add
P-WS makes contact with panels.
additional bracing to prevent bulging.
E - Max 90mm between web of P-WS and closest web of
G - Screws provided at max:
adjacent Dincel panel, otherwise add additional bracing to
• 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall
prevent bulging.
• 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall
F - Screws provided at max: For an external or exposed wall, galvanised or stainless
• 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall steel screws must be used to prevent corrosion.
H - For subterranean, submersed or tank walls, provide min
For an external or exposed wall, galvanised or stainless
300mm wide membrane over cut joint on the positive
steel screws must be used to prevent corrosion.
(exposed to water) face. Membrane to be compatible with
G - For subterranean, submersed or tank walls, provide min PVC as a substrate. Where there is no access to apply
300mm wide membrane over cut joint on the positive the membrane, the 2xP1 panels can be preconstructed
(exposed to water) face. Membrane to be compatible and slid down into place in one piece with the membrane
with PVC as a substrate. Where there is no access to already applied.
apply the membrane, the 2xP1 panels and P-WS can be
F
preconstructed and slid down into place in one piece with H
the membrane already applied.
D D
C G
A B
C G
A E E F B
E
D

F.8.2. HORIZONTAL WALL SPLICE
F.8.2.1. OPTION 1 – USE OF P-WS Treatment to P-WS for Horizontal Wall Splices:
A - Join Dincel profiles together using P-WS accessory. Where Below Ground
(but at least 500mm
P-WS is used, modify as per below in order to allow for above permanent Above Ground Above Ground
cast-in vertical bars to pass through and provide a greater water table) (General Application) (Critical aesthetics)
concrete-to-concrete interface. Similarly, use P-EG where C
there is a suspended slab.

A B D
A – Provide MS B – Provide MS C – After concrete has

polymer sealant to polymer sealant to set, use angle grinder
all 4 flanges top flanges or multi-tool to remove
flanges from P-WS
D – Provide MS
polymer sealant to
remaining joint in wall
F.8.2.2. OPTION 2 – CONVENTIONAL FORMWORK

B - Screws to be placed at each panel joint as shown (refer to A - Provide min 300mm x 20mm plywood to both sides of wall.
F.11.3 for screw placement guidance).
B - Screws to be placed through the plywood and Dincel panels
C - Concrete pour break as per consultant drawings or at minimum each panel joint (refer to F.11.3 for screw
otherwise 50mm below horizontal wall joint (if applicable). placement guidance).
D - Horizontal splice must be minimum 500mm above water C - Concrete pour break as per consultant drawings or
table location or permanent water immersion. Otherwise, a otherwise 50mm below horizontal wall joint (if applicable).
membrane must be applied to the positive face to protect
D - Accessible face.
the horizontal joint.
E - Inaccessible face (after placement of profile over the splice
E - Accessible face.
joint). Screws to plywood can be reversed if required.
F - Inaccessible face (after placement of profile over the
Note: Once plywood formwork is removed, provide horizontal
splice joint). Screw for P-WS can be reversed if required..
joint with sealant if required for aesthetic or waterproofing
Note: This detail is only suitable for above ground walls (non- purposes.
submerged) and subject to Design Engineer approval.
Note: This detail is only suitable for above ground walls
(non-submerged). Otherwise, provide a suitable
waterproofing membrane over the horizontal joint.
F E
E D
A
C
B C
D
B
F. INSTALLATION 143
F.8. WALL SPLICING CONTINUED
F.8.2.3. OPTION 3 – ‘SAW-TOOTH’ SPLICE F.8.3.CONNECTION OF DIFFERENT PROFILES

A - Install panels in a staggered formation to establish a ‘saw F.8.3.1. STRAIGHT WALLS
tooth’ profile.
A - Provide temporary angle D-ANG50 between profiles on
B - Every second panel to extend up by min 750mm. one side to block-out gap.
C - Concrete pour break location (if applicable). Note: a larger angle or plywood formwork will be required
when connecting Dincel 275 to Dincel 110 or 155.
D - Panels above to be installed at a later stage (after Remove protruding leg of panel if required:
concrete in panels below has adequately cured). Ensure
that horizontal web holes line up between all profiles.
E - For taller walls provide additional bracing at splice
location, such as top hat with screws at every panel joint.
Note: Provide horizontal joints with sealant if required for
aesthetic or waterproofing purposes.
Remove
Note: This detail is only suitable for above ground walls (non-
submerged). B - Screw temporary angle at max:
• 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall.
• 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall.
C - Horizontal steel reinforcement can be fed through on one
side if required. Place concrete hose on either side of
junction to ensure adequate flow of concrete between the
panels.
D
E
B
B
Elevation View
A

F.8.3.2. CORNERS F.8.4. SPLICING OFF-CUTS
A - Provide temporary angle D-ANG50 at corner junction of It should be noted that stacking/splicing off-cuts on top of each
profiles. other to create the height of the wall should be avoided where
possible. Stacking of off-cuts is not recommended due to the
B - Screw temporary angle at max:
following:
• 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall. • Can leads to decreased aesthetics.
C - Horizontal steel reinforcement can be fed through one • Not suitable for applications where the wall is
side if required. Place concrete hose on either side of required to be waterproof, as the protective PVC skin
junction to ensure adequate flow of concrete between the is compromised at the cut locations (unless suitably
panels. waterproofed with a membrane or similar).
• Provides less formwork stability and may require
additional support/bracing.
• May lead to mis-aligned web holes - refer to Section F.8.5
for further details.
C Instead, it is recommended to use full-height panels where
possible. In some scenarios, it may not be possible to use a
panel for the entire height of the wall (such as for corners/
A
accessories for tall walls). In these instances, it is critical the
B
above points are adequately addressed at the splice location.
F.8.5. ALIGNMENT OF WEB-HOLES

Web holes within panels must be aligned at all times. Failure to
F.8.3.3. CORNER SPLICING
do so will result in decreased concrete flow and the potential for
A - Un-cut Dincel profile. inadequate concrete compaction (air-voids). The half web hole
B - Dincel corner profile. should always be orientated towards the ground and matching
with the adjacent panels. Special attention must be provided
C - Cut Dincel panel to suit required width. where panels have been spliced horizontally and not cut at a
D - Remove barbs from corner B to allow profile D to slide ‘half web-hole’ location.
under. Min. 40mm overlap between panels. Apply white
Incorrect –
MS polymer sealant to areas where panels make contact
web holes do not align
with each other.
E - Screws provided at max:
For an external or exposed wall, galvanised or stainless
steel screws must be used to prevent corrosion.
Correct –
web holes align
F. INSTALLATION 145
F.9. Inserting Ties or U-Bars
P-1C MAIN PROFILES
(AVAILABLE FOR DINCEL 200P-1C AND 275P-1C):
Inserting U-Bars
Note: Care should be taken to ensure that remaining webbing is
not damaged or cracked during process. Cracked or damaged
webs will lead to bulging following concrete pour.
Additional web holes

supplied precut from
factory
Note: Order 200P-1C or 275P-1C when ties or U-Bars are required.

The P1C main profile panels are pre-cut in the factory to include
A
an additional central web hole which elimantes cutting on
A
site. The additional hole allows for easy insertion of horizontal
closed ties and U-Bars for difficult access areas. Otherwise, the
below detail can be used if the custom panels were not ordered.
WHERE P-1C NOT ORDERED:

Inserting Closed Ties
A - Remove the portion of webbing shown in green as
required. An angle grinder or reciprocating saw can be
used to remove the webbing.
• For U-bars: Only the first web of the profile requires to be
cut where the reinforcement is inserted.
• For Closed-Ties: All webs within the profile must be cut
where the reinforcement is inserted.
A A

F.10. CONNECTION TO SLAB OR LANDING
It is important that the structural engineering drawings are
F.10.2. PANELS TERMINATING AT SLAB
followed for all connection details to slabs or stair landings,
including reinforcement arrangements, spacings, and any A - Remove inner skin from panels and parts of webbing
necessary waterproofing details. The details below have been using an angle grinder, reciprocating saw, or similar.
provided as a generic installation guideline for preparing the B - Bottom of cut to line up with slab soffit, or as otherwise
Dincel panels to receive connection reinforcement specified by nominated on engineer’s drawings.
the engineer (such as ‘L’ bars).
C - Top of cut to line up with slab SSL, or as otherwise
F.10.1. PANELS SPANNING ABOVE SLAB nominated on engineer’s drawings.
A - Holes removed from face of Dincel panels by using a hole D - For slab thicknesses of 200mm or greater, provide support
saw. Typically, 100ø or as specified by engineer. timber prevent bulging. Timber to extend 50mm above
Dincel panels and adequately braced.
B - If larger opening is required, additional core holes can be
taken adjacent (and above or below) to the first hole. E - Formwork Deck.
C - 25mm min clearance between top of cored holes and SSL. Note: Once Dincel panels have been prepared, insert steel
reinforcement as specified by engineer.
D - 50mm min clearance between cored hole and panel joint.
E - Where possible, line up core hole locations with panel
web holes. Otherwise, provide bracing to opposite face to
prevent bulging if webbing has been removed.
F - Formwork Deck. C
Note: Once holes have been prepared, insert steel reinforcement
B
as specified by engineer.
A
E
D
C
B
A
F
E
F. INSTALLATION 147
F.11. Bracing
It is a safety requirement that any bracing is suitably designed
and certified by the project’s structural or temporary works
engineer in order to provide lateral stability to the wall during
installation. This will need to take into account site specific
factors such as wind loading, brace capacities, brace spacing, D
brace fixings, wall height and the loading applied from the
A
concrete pour.
F.11.1. DIAGONAL BRACES

Diagonal bracing is required if the Dincel panels are freestanding
and there is no formwork deck to secure the top of the wall onto. C
If there is a formwork deck above, refer to the next Section. B
A - Continuous horizontal waler, constructed from steel (top

hat) or timber.
B - Min 2 x 12g hex head screws at each panel joint location
(refer to F.11.3 for placement guidance). Screws to
be removed after concrete pour, and holes remaining
provided with sealant if required.
C - Adjustable ‘Push-Pull’ Prop/Brace.
D - Position waler at 500mm from top of wall, or as otherwise
specified by engineer. Where the wall is taller than 4m, a
secondary waler with braces should be provided at the
wall’s mid-height.
E - Spacing between braces as specified by engineer. See
below for minimum requirements.
NOTE: The following is provided for illustration and guidance
by the engineer to suit site conditions. Any wind loading
and/or backfill loading has not been considered.
DINCEL PROFILES WALL HEIGHT HORIZONTAL SPACING OF WALERS SPACING BETWEEN BRACES
Maximum 1.66m
Up to 4.0m 1 row
(every 5-6 panels)
110, 155, 200
Maximum 1.33m
Above 4.0m, and up to 5.5m 2 rows
(every 4-5 panels)
Maximum 1.38m
Up to 4.5m 1 row
(every 5-6 panels)
275
Maximum 1.1m
Above 4.5m, and up to 6.5m 2 rows
(every 4-5 panels)

F.11.2. SECURING TO FORMWORK DECK F.11.3. SCREW PLACEMENT
Where the Dincel wall height is under 3.6m, panels can be A - Vertical panel joint (simplified illustration without ‘barbs’
secured to the formwork deck rather than using diagonal shown).
bracing. This restraint technique will ensure faster installation
B - Screw fixings into plywood deck on one side of wall profile
and easier access for trades on the level below.
(typically minimum 50mm chipboard screws or minimum
50mm timber hex head screws). Screws should be placed
A - Dincel profile, filled with concrete on completion of
at every panel joint location.
bracing. Panels must be under 3.6m tall, otherwise
supplement with conventional bracing and walers. C - Screw located 20mm from panel vertical joint in order to
provide maximum fixing capacity.
B - Formwork decking system, suitably propped and braced
as required.
C - Plywood deck surface (min 20mm thick). Plywood to be
installed snug surrounding Dincel wall.
D - 25mm lip to enable suitable edge for screw fixings. Lip
also prevents deck water run-off & debris entering Dincel
panels before pour.
E - Typical pour break location.
F - Screw fixings into plywood deck on one side of wall profile
(typically minimum 50mm chipboard screws or minimum
50mm timber hex head screws). Screws should be placed
at every panel joint location (refer to F.11.3 for screw
placement guidance). C A
B
NOTE: The following is provided for illustration and guidance
by the engineer to suit site conditions.
C E F
B
A
F. INSTALLATION 149
F.11. BRACING CONTINUED
F.11.4. BRACING OF OPENINGS F.11.5. WALL ENDS

The below detail is intended for where Self-Compacting F.11.5.1. Non-Critical Aesthetics
Concrete (SCC) is used. If conventional concrete + vibration is
selected, the formwork bracing must be installed so that the sill WALL HEIGHT SUGGESTED WALL END BRACING
is accessible for pouring/vibration and a pour break occurs at Use of Stop End accessory. Perforated
the sill level. straps are not required for 155 Dincel.
Up to 3.0m
If tolerances do not allow for minimal
A - Dincel Wall. Profiles are to be cut in order to suit the deflection, use straps for 200 Dincel.
required opening size. Use of Stop End accessory and perforated
B - Shutters to cast shape of opening. 3.0m to 3.6m metal straps @ max 750mm centres for
bottom 1/3rd of wall (minimum).
For flat openings: use P-TC accessory screwed to profiles
at max 150mm centres. If required, these can be removed Must increase bracing to suit or provide
Above 3.6m
separate pours/lifts.
after concrete set.
For profiled shape openings (i.e. for some windows or
A - Dincel Stop End Accessory, slid down into slot of main
doors), either:
profile.
• Cast-in metal frame and provide screws at 150mm centres.
Note: for 110 and 275 Dincel, a Stop End accessory is
• Use combination of plywood and timber formwork to
not available. Instead, cut a 155-Stop End (155P-SE) to
form rebate as required. Fix assembly to Dincel panels at
size and slide down panel. For 275 Dincel, use ‘critical
max 150mm centres.
aesthetics’ detail or alternatively, use minimum 3mm
C - Continuous timber bracing to opening sides/jambs. thick metal “C” channels.
Timber width must closely match wall thickness (by at
B - Wrap reusable perforated metal straps around wall end, if
least 75%).
required. Straps are to be min 1800mm long and screwed
D - Continuous timber bracing to opening header and bottom/ back to first and second panel joints, and positioned at
sill. Timber width must closely match wall thickness (by at max 300mm from the top and bottom of the wall. Refer to
least 75%). Section F.11.3 for exact screw location.
E - Intermediary supports required where timber formwork
frame is used. Supports positioned to ensure external
timber does not span more than 750mm at any given
location.
F - Plywood gussets to maintain squareness of formwork
frame.
G - Temporary horizontal waler provided directly above
and below opening on both sides of the wall in order to
maintain alignment. Waler to be constructed from steel
(top hat) or timber and may be required to be braced with
push-pull props for larger spans.
Note: Once Dincel panels have been prepared, insert steel
reinforcement as specified by engineer.
F G
B
E
D G
A

F.11.6. CORNERS
F.11.5.2. Where Aesthetics Critical F.11.6.1. Non-Critical Aesthetics
A - Provide screws @ max 300mm centres to joint locations
WALL HEIGHT SUGGESTED WALL END BRACING
for bottom 1/3rd of corner (minimum). For P5 corners,
Use of Screw-On Cap Accessory screwed screws are to be provided to both joints in an alternating
@ max 200mm centres, supported by full arrangement (see figure below).
Up to 3.0m
width timber as shown. Perforated metal
straps @ max 750mm centres Note: The use of screws to the external face is not suitable
Use of Screw-On Cap Accessory screwed for submerged basement walls unless additional
@ max 150mm centres, supported by full waterproofing is provided. Refer to below detail instead.
3.0m to 3.6m
width timber as shown. Perforated metal
straps @ max 500mm centres
Provide separate pours/lifts, or
Above 3.6m A
Increase bracing and supports to suit Elevation
A
A - Dincel Stop End Accessory, slid down into slot of main

profile.
B - Connect Screw-On Cap to main profile by screwing at the
required centres.
C - For Dincel 275: Min 20mm x 275mm plywood, provided
along full height of wall end.
D - Min 75 x 200mm timber support bearer, provided along full
height of wall end. Width of timber support bearer can be
reduced to suit for Dincel 110 & 155 Dincel.
E - Push-pull prop screwed to support timber, as specified by
engineer. Multiple braces along height of wall are likely
required at wall end.
F.11.6.2. Where Aesthetics Critical
F - Wrap reusable perforated metal straps around wall end, if A - Timber support bearer provided along full height and width
required. Straps are to be min 1600mm long and screwed of corner.
back to first and second panel joints, and positioned at
max 300mm from the top and bottom of the wall. Refer to B - Push-pull prop or similar screwed to support timber.
Section F.11.3 for exact screw location. Provide min 2 braces (at top and bottom) of timber. For
basement or in-ground walls, timber packers can be used
between the excavation face and timber supports.
F. INSTALLATION 151
F.11. BRACING CONTINUED
F.11.7. T-JUNCTIONS
F.11.7.1. Option 1 F.11.7.2. Option 2
A - Provide temporary angles D-ANG50 to either side of the A - Provide temporary angles D-ANG50 to either side of the
wall. wall.
B - Screw temporary angles at max: B - Orientate rear of panels (side with barbs) towards
• 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall T-Junction.
C - Screw temporary angles at max:
C - If required by engineer, use hole-saw to provide cores • 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall
at 150mm centres and at diameter to match the main • 300mm centres for top 2/3 of wall.
profiles. A Guide Track accessory can be used as a
D - No Dincel panels or accessories required within
template for marking hole locations.
T-Junction.
D - Provide full width plywood and timber prop to prevent
E - Provide full width plywood and vertical timber, suitably
bulging on the opposite face. Alternatively, pour each part
propped, to the opposite face. Plywood to be adequately
of the T-Junction at different times.
screw fixed to the Dincel panels.
Note: Only provide screws to external plywood/timber for
Note: If detail used for wall which requires to be waterproof,
interior T-Junctions. For basement walls, no screws are
exposed concrete surface and angles must be
to be used on this face.
adequately waterproofed with membrane extending min
200mm onto the Dincel panels on either side.
D E
C
B B C
D
A A

F.12. Concreting
F.12.1. CONCRETE ORDERING
Ensure that the concrete mix is ordered in accordance with the specification provided by the consulting design engineer.
Recommendations by Dincel for concrete mix design can be found in section B.20. In order to ensure adequate concrete compaction
within the formwork, the mix should be either of the following:
SELF-COMPACTING CONCRETE HIGH-SLUMP CONCRETE
AGGREGATE SIZE Maximum 10mm Maximum 10mm

Nominal 220mm (min. 180mm at truck
CONCRETE SLUMP/ SPREAD Nominal 680mm spread
discharge)
CONCRETE SLUMP/ SPREAD ± 50mm ± 40mm

No vibration needed on single pours. Must vibrate, please refer to Section
COMPACTION METHOD
Refer to F.12.4 for details F.12.4. for details
The concrete pour should not take place when the ambient daily temperature is over 35°C or under 5°C, or in notable wet weather
conditions, unless given specific approval by the project’s consulting structural engineer. Consideration should also be given to the
distance that the concrete must travel in the pump hose. For example, where concrete requires to be pumped over 15 storeys, the
site team should agree on the methodology and suitability of concrete mix with the concrete manufacturer.
F.12.1.1. Net Concrete Quantity
DINCEL PROFILE PER M2 OF WALL PER M3 OF CONCRETE
110MM DINCEL 0.105 m3 of concrete 9.5 m2 of wall area
Note: The above excludes wastage from concrete pump, hopper & agitator
F. INSTALLATION 153
F.12. CONCRETING CONTINUED
F.12.2. POUR RATES

The following pour rate table (SCC and Conventional) should be followed in order to prevent bulging or rippling of the formwork face.
This is particularly an important consideration when Dincel is not rendered or cladded for aesthetic purposes.
Pouring conditions also need to be considered as the concrete mix and ambient temperature of the time of pouring may vary from
project to project. These variations should be taken into account to determine the minimum pouring wait times. Continuation of
concrete pouring should only take place after the concrete has reached initial setting.
Please note, the table is applicable as a general guide for all Dincel profiles. The engineer can consider pouring higher walls/higher
concrete lifts when aesthetics is not critical. Please consult Dincel team regarding any project specific pour rate recommendations.
F.12.2.1.Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC 680mm ±50 spread)

Where SCC is used, ensure good attention to detail is placed when bracing and sealing formwork. The pressure exerted by SCC is
similar to pouring conventional high slump concrete and performing extensive vibration. Due to this higher concrete pressure, taller
walls may result in a “wavy” finish unless multiple concrete lifts are considered.
Please note, vibration is not required to compact concrete when using SCC. However, it is recommended to agitate/shuffle the top
400mm of concrete between layers/concrete lifts. Refer to F.12.4.
F.12.2.2. Conventional Concrete (Min. 180mm Slump at Truck Discharge) with Vibration
Vibration is required when using conventional concrete in Dincel walls. Where horizontal reinforcement exists in the wall design, the
horizontal bars must be vibrated to disperse surrounding concrete and to help eliminate any voids.
VERTICAL POUR RATE TABLE (WHERE AESTHETICS CRITICAL) - SCC & CONVENTIONAL CONCRETE
DINCEL 1ST CONCRETE MIN. WAITING TIME 2ND CONCRETE MIN. WAITING TIME 3RD CONCRETE
WALL HEIGHT
PROFILE LIFT (METRES) (HOURS)** LIFT (METRES (HOURS)** LIFT (METRES)
UP TO 3.0M 3.0m - - - -
110*
4.0M 2.5m 1.0hr 1.5m - -
UP TO 3.0M 1.8m 1.0hr 1.2m - -
3.6M 2.0m 1.0hr 1.6m - -
4.0M 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m - -
155*
4.5M 2.0m 1.0hr 1.5m 1.0hr 1.0m
200*
5.0M 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m 1.0hr 1.0m
5.5M 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m 1.0hr 1.5m
6.0M AND ABOVE 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m*
UP TO 3.0M 3.0m - - - -
3.6M 2.0m 1.0hr 1.6m - -
275* 4.0M 2.5m 1.0hr 1.5m - -
5.0M 2.5m 1.0hr 2.5m - -
* Please consult Engineer and Dincel Construction team for project specific advice.
** The time between each concrete lift is based upon when the concrete achieves initial set. Consult with the selected concrete manufacturer for confirmation of initial setting times. The initial setting time for
SCC is generally 2-3 hours from time of dispatch. The design engineer needs to account for any possible cold joints that may occur at pour breaks. Particularly if the cold joint is below permanent water table.
Note: Dincel 275 profiles are available in standard lengths of up to 6.525m. For taller walls, longer profiles can be specially ordered or alternatively use multiple profiles spliced together.
Note: For Conventional concrete pours, vibrating is required. Refer to section 12.4
Note: For Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC), no vibration is required besides shuffling between layers/concrete lifts. Refer to section F.12.4

F.12.2.3. Horizontally Placed Dincel Panels
Where panels have been installed horizontally (such as for factory/warehouse walls or retaining walls) the recommended concrete
placement is:
• Dincel 110, 155 & 200: a maximum of 1.0m vertical lifts per hour or until initial concrete set.
• Dincel 275: a maximum of 2.0m vertical lifts per hour or until initial concrete set.
F.12.3. PLACEMENT
It is common for aggregate to segregate when pouring concrete walls due to two main reasons:
1. concrete fall from heights (the below hose positioning options A & B address this issue)
2. build up at the bottom of the concrete hose where the kink created by the hose clamp lies. If dispersed within the wall formwork,
this will result in segregated concrete at the base cold joint leading to poor liquid tightness. Due to this event, installers must
discharge/dispose this segregated concrete outside of the wall form work (0.1m³) before beginning the placement of concrete.
F.12.3.1. Hose Positioning
Co te
n r e
Flo crete nc
w Co Flow
B
A
A - Dincel Walls (panel joints not shown for clarity).

B - Pour location should always start at corners or T-junctions where possible. This will ensure that the concrete will flow away
from the corner or junction and subsequently divert the pressure from these locations. The pour location may be moved to the
centre of the wall once concrete has reached the required lift height at the corner or junction.
F. INSTALLATION 155
F.12. CONCRETING CONTINUED
F.12.3.2. Option A – Point hose towards webbing F.12.4. VIBRATION

A - Dincel panels. F.12.4.1. Requirements
B - Max 2.5 inch concrete pump hose, lowered into wall. • If conventional concrete is used, vibration must be used.
Note: Placement at wall corners or T-Junctions is preferred • If Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) is used, vibration
where possible. should not be used. Vibration of SCC to consolidate
C - Point hose towards Dincel panel webbing to prevent free concrete may lead to segregation. However, it is
fall of concrete. recommended to use the vibrator to lightly agitate
(‘shuffle’) the top 400mm of concrete between layers/
D - Reinforcement as required by engineer.
lifts.
Note: Option A is suited to walls less than 3.6m in height. Vibration for conventional concrete is required in order to
achieve the following:
D C • Prevention of air-voids
• Ensure slurry from the concrete mix invades the panel
joints in order to create a waterproof seal
F.12.4.2. Specifications
HEAD
TYPE SHAFT HOSE LENGTH
DIAMETER
Use of extension hose if
A Pocket
25mm Flexible required to match wall
Vibrator
height.
B
F.12.4.3. Technique
For guidance on how to vibrate a concrete
wall, please refer to the Cement Concrete
F.12.3.3.Option B – LowerDhose or tremie/drop chute into
Cpanel & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) guide
B
A - Dincel panels. to concrete for housing, Figure 4.3. The
CCAA document can be downloaded by SCAN HERE
B - Max 2.5 inch concrete pump hose, lowered into wall. scanning the QR Code to the right.
Alternatively, a flexible tremie/drop chute can be used.
Note: Placement at wall corners or T-Junctions is preferred Generally speaking, for each concrete pour/lift, the vibrator
where possible. should be placed at the bottom of the pour and moved up
slowly until it is clear of the concrete. This should be carried out
C - Reinforcement as required by engineer. Hose or chute at regular intervals of the wall (i.e. typically at every Dincel panel
to be positioned in between reinforcement bars where location). Care should be taken not to over vibrate the concrete
A
A
possible. C in order to prevent segregation of the concrete mix.
B
Note: Option B is suited to walls greater than 3.6m in height and As Dincel formwork is a non-porous material, it does not absorb
for Dincel 200 & 275 only. It is an optional approach in water from the concrete mix during pouring (unlike masonry
order to minimise any chance of segregation. block walls, fibre cement or plywood forms). This is an
automatic measure which will increase flowability of concrete
B within the formwork.
Care should be taken when using a vibrator as they can damage
the webs within Dincel formwork which may cause bulging. The
likelihood of damaging webs with a vibrator increases with a
large vibrator head size, for this reason vibrators with a head
size large than 25mm should not be used. The slim 25mm
profile would also ensure that the head can slide past horizontal
reinforcement within Dincel formwork. Pay special attention to
the sides of all openings, bulkheads and any areas that have a
A C higher than normal concentration of steel.

F.13. Patching F.14. Cleaning
In the event that the Dincel polymer surface is damaged, the During concreting, concrete slurry may splatter onto Dincel
surface can be patched and repaired. The type of patch will walls. The removal of hardened concrete slurry could damage
depend on the application: the walls’ surface which may not be aesthetically pleasing for
walls without a paint, render or cladding finish. Therefore, it is
F.13.1 Patching for aesthetics always preferable to remove the slurry before it hardens.
For the patching of small holes (such as from screws), a
suitable white silicon can simply be applied and made flush F.14.1 Removal of Wet Concrete
with the surface. • Wash slurry with high-pressure water within 30 minutes
of occurring (before the concrete slurry hardens). Care
For other surface damage:
should be taken as to not wet inside the Dincel panels,
• The damaged area should be cut and removed from the which would affect the concrete’s water-to-cement ratio.
wall.
F.14.2. Patching for waterproofing
• If any concrete repair is required to rectify damaged
• Ensure the concrete slurry is at least two weeks old.
concrete within the wall, concrete patching can be
completed by conventional means. • Apply hydrochloric-acid diluted to 1-in-10 or less onto the
concrete slurry with a brush. The soft brushing will allow
• The surface is then filled with resin of not less than 2mm
the concrete slurry to absorb the diluted acid.
in thickness (to match with the adjacent Dincel wall
module). • Apply high water pressure to remove the concrete slurry
five minutes (or ten minutes maximum) after application
• Sand and level the dried resin surface.
of the diluted acid.
• Apply a colour-matched paint. Note: Dulux produces a
F.14.3. General Cleaning
‘Dincel White’ colour. Before painting, apply a primer base
coat designed for PVC substrates. • Any household detergent can be used on the Dincel
polymer skin for general cleaning purposes.
• Depending on walling application, additional
waterproofing treatment may be required over/at the • A high-pressure washer is recommended for removing
damaged area. general dirt and dust from the surface
F.13.2. Patching for waterproofing

For any surface which may potentially be exposed to water F.15. Installation Checklist
pressure (i.e. retaining wall, basement wall, or water tank), the
surface damage must be repaired through the application of a
suitable waterproof membrane over the affected area. The installation checklist ensures that most of the critical items
regarding installation of a Dincel wall have been carried out by
the installer. The checklist can be incorporated into the site
Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) in order to capture all site-specific
elements and scope of works which may vary from project to
project.
To download a copy of the most current

Installation Checklist, scan the following
QR Code.
SCAN HERE
F. INSTALLATION 157
CONSTRUCTION MANUAL
WATERPROOF ADDENDUM
CONTENTS
G1. Overview 160
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G2. Basement Slabs with Falls 162

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G3. Basement Walls with Multiple Basement Floors - Below Finished Ground Level 164
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G4. Extending Basement Walls Below Ground 165

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G5. Dincel Waterstop (DWS) 167

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G6. Basement Details 168

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G7. Concrete 171

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G8. Panel Splice Bandaging 174
*The information contained in this document is intended for suitably qualified and experienced architects, engineers and other building professionals. It is not intended to replace
design calculations or analysis normally associated with the design and specification of buildings and their components. The information contained in this document is not project
specific and shall be treated as general guidance. Building professionals are required to assess construction site conditions and provide project specific design/details and appropriate
safe work method statements accordingly. Dincel Construction System Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any circumstances arising from the failure of a specifier or user of any part
of Dincel Construction System to obtain appropriate project specific professional advice about its use and installation or from failure to adhere to the requirements of appropriate
Standards, Codes of Practice, Worker Health & Safety Act and relevant Building Codes.
All rights reserved. No part of the information contained in this document may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means without written permission from Dincel Construction
System Pty Ltd.
G. WATERPROOF ADDENDIUM 159

G.1. OVERVIEW
This document is to be used where the Dincel Waterproofing 3. Ensure construction details are consistent with the details
Warranty is required. This document makes reference to the shown in the DCM if they are not present in this Construction
latest Dincel Structural Walling – Construction Manual (DCM). Manual Addendum.
This can be sourced from www.dincel.com.au at the time of Additionally, the design of the wall must meet the requirements
design and construction. This document takes precedence over of the following:
the DCM when Dincel Waterproofing Warranty is applicable.
• T
he Structural Design Engineer shall provide certification that
Following the DCM, the Design Engineer/Architect must: the design of the Dincel Wall (155mm thick, 200mm thick, or
1. Include the DWS profile, injection system and must include 275mm thick) is adequately reinforced for the applied loading
a dish drain to DCM specifications and appropriately (i.e., earth, surcharge, traffic load, water pressures).
designed drainage pit and pump out capability. • T
he Structural Design Engineer shall also certify that the
2. Ensure that all footings other than those directly bearing on maximum deflection under the applicable loads (i.e., water,
rock or hard shale are required to have pile/piers founding on soil, traffic surcharge loading) at the mid-span of the basement
wall does not exceed the basement wall height (mm)*/750 by
rock/hard shale to avoid or minimize long term foundation
assuming that the concrete thicknesses are 150mm (for 155
settlement or differential settlement due to ground
Dincel), 195mm (for 200 Dincel) and 270mm (for 275 Dincel)
movement. In cases where footings do not bear directly
for the respective Dincel Wall specified.
on rock or hard shale or do not have piles/piers founding
on hard rock or shale; a site and photographic survey at the • T
he Structural Design Engineer shall inspect and provide
slab/footing to wall junction at 5m (maximum) intervals certification that the reinforcement placed using Dincel
should be undertaken by a registered surveyor within 5 days reo-clips complies with his/her design intent.
after Occupation Certificate. This will be used as a base line
against which future settlement (if any) could be compared.

The Dincel Waterproof Warranty only covers the cases defined in the following tables:
G.1.1. ONE WAY SPANNING WALLS BETWEEN BASEMENT SLABS

The following table may be considered as a preliminarily guide. The structural design is to satisfy span (mm)*/750mm maximum
deflection under all potential applied loading cases (i.e., earth, surcharge, water pressures). Refer to Structural Design Engineer.
MAXIMUM STRUCTURAL HEIGHT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE GROUND WATER HEIGHT (M)

WALL THICKNESS
BETWEEN SUPPORTS (M)* # ABOVE THE WALL-FOOTING JUNCTION
155 DINCEL 3.0 and lower NIL
200 DINCEL 4.0 NIL
3.6 0.4
3.3 0.8
3.0 and lower 1.0
275 DINCEL 4.5 1.5
4.0 2.5
3.5 and lower 3.5
G.1.2. TWO WAY SPANNING WALLS BETWEEN BASEMENT SLABS AND BUTTRESSES
The following table shall be adopted and the structural design is to satisfy span (mm)*/750mm maximum deflection under all
potential applied loading cases (i.e., earth, surcharge, water pressures) within 2 way spanning panel. Refer to Structural Design
Engineer.
MAXIMUM STRUCTURAL HEIGHT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE GROUND WATER HEIGHT (M)

WALL THICKNESS
BETWEEN SUPPORTS (M)* # ABOVE THE WALL-FOOTING JUNCTION
275 DINCEL 5.0 2.0**
4.5 3.5**
4.0 4.0**
* NOTE: Represents the structural height for the basement wall between the lateral supports provided by the footing-slab and
suspended slabs over.
** NOTE: Maximum space between buttresses supporting two way spanning basement wall is 3.0m. This is to suit any carparking
spaced between 2.4m and up to 3m. The length, height, thickness of the buttress walls is to be determined by the Structural Design
Engineer. Buttresses can only be placed at the inside face of the basement wall which is opposite to the earth and/or water. The
connection between the perimeter basement wall and buttress walls shall only be a single galvanized dowel bar to the center of the
buttress wall and away from any Dincel panel joint.
# NOTE: Ground Water Height (or Ground Water Table Position) means the highest potential ground water position or tidal water
position due to sea /river level movement above each relevant wall-footing/slab junction.

G.2. BASEMENT SLABS WITH FALLS
Basement slabs on sloping sites can be designed with various falls provided the permanent ground water table is below the concrete
footing level. The Dincel system can allow for the DWS to be stepped down at 300mm heights along with the footings to suit sloping
basement surface levels. The DWS and footing steps must be continuous behind the Dincel walls.
The Dincel Waterproofing Warranty must be coordinated with the provided shop drawings and shall show the below information.
G.2.1. TYPICAL SECTION VIEW OF STEPPED WALL

A - Basement slab profile provided by Project’s Architect E - Soffit level for slabs/beams over
B - 300mm footing steps where required F - Max. 700mm from footing to slab level
C - Dincel corner profile G - Pack sizes to suit wall section heights/lengths.

NOTE: Ideal pack size spans include multiples of 10 x 200P-1
D - Top of Dincel profiles
or 12 x 275P-1 main profiles.
G.2.2. PLAN VIEW OF STEPPED WALL

A - Set-out point by surveyor starting at corner profile.
G - Pack sizes to suit wall section heights/lengths.

G.2.3. STEPPED FOOTING – PLAN VIEW
A - Dincel profile. Female end facing footing step.
B - Face of footing step to be formed with profile lengths
(0-25mm construction tolerance).
C - Screw temporary D-ANG50 Angles at max:
• 150mm centres.
D - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to
form hob.
E - Min. 100mm (width of DWS hob).
G.2.4. S
ECTION AT BOTTOM OF DINCEL
WALL - GROUND WATER TABLE
BELOW FOOTING LEVEL
A - Concrete footing to engineer’s details.

B - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details.
C - Concrete pour break where required. Min. 200mm
wide. Concrete footing to slab connection to
engineer’s details.
D - Min. 300mm.
E - Min. 100mm.
F - Max. 600mm.
G - Min. 100mm.
H - Min. 75mm.
I -
Dincel Profile.
NOTE: DWS not shown.

G.3. BASEMENT WALLS WITH MULTIPLE BASEMENT
FLOORS - BELOW FINISHED GROUND LEVEL
Dincel Profile Lengths
- Dincel 275 profiles are generally extruded up to 6525mm long (special orders of up to 7950mm can be achieved)
- Dincel 155 & 200 profiles can be extruded up to 7950mm
G.3.1. TYPICAL DINCEL BASEMENT WALL

ACCOMMODATING MULTIPLE LEVEL BASEMENT
FLOORS
A - Dincel profile.
B - Concrete Footing or Slab to engineer’s details.
C - Footing/Slab to engineer’s details. Refer to Section 6 for
variations.
D - When required to connect to an external basement wall.
Only dowel connections to the inside face of external
basement walls and away from panel joints (drill and
epoxy only).
E - Continuous length of Dincel profile. Max 7950mm for
Dincel profiles.
F - Drip groove.
G - Permanent/tidal water table (if any) min. 500mm below
any horizontal panel joints.
H - Min. 1000mm space to be backfilled after bandaging
of joint is finalised. Backfill to engineer’s details (only
applicable when a horizontal joint is applied). Refer to
section 4.
I -
Horizontal splice joint. Refer to section 4.
J - Finished Ground Level.
K - Top of ground floor slab.
L - Basement floor slabs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 etc.
M - 25mm soffit level to allow for slab or beam.

G.4. EXTENDING BASEMENT WALLS BELOW GROUND
Horizontal splicing of Dincel panels only allowed if continuous 7950mm long panels is not adequate to cover the total basement
heights below the finished ground level.
If horizontal splicing of Dincel panels is to be adopted; the splicing must adopt the following:
- No horizontal splicing is to take place at wall to suspended basement slab joints.
- Splicing joint must be a minimum 500mm above the permanent/tidal water table (to be confirmed by a geotechnical report).
G.4.1. D
INCEL WALL SPLICE DETAIL
– JOINT BELOW GROUND
This detail is used when a horizontal joint is
required below ground. The joint must be minimum
500mm above permanent/tidal water table.
A - Dincel profile.
B - Dincel Wall Splice (P-WS) accessory. Refer to
F.8.2.1 of DCM
C - Cut and remove exterior part of Dincel Wall
Splice (P-WS) accessory once wall is filled with
concrete and structure is complete. 10mm
groove cut into horizontal joint. Cleaned and
prepped ready for sealant
D - MS Polymer sealant or equivalent. Ensure
continuous and without gaps.
E - Dincel approved waterproofing bandage. Over
sealant and 300mm above and below spliced
joint.
F - Corflute positioned to protect waterproofing
bandage and joint when backfilling. Min.
500mm above and below spliced horizontal
joint.
G - PVC compatible adhesive to secure corflute in
place before backfilling.
H - Horizontal joint minimum 500mm above
permanent/tidal water table.

WALL PENETRATIONS CONTINUED
G.4.2. WALL JUNCTIONS

Where there are joints or junctions to exterior Dincel walls. No penetrations should occur at the earth face of the Dincel wall. Drilling
into the interior side of the Dincel wall is permissible to engineer’s details (drill & epoxy) however should be minimised as much as
possible.
G.4.2.1. Typical Plan “T” Junction

A
A - Earth face of Dincel wall.
B - Internal Dincel wall.
C - Dowel connection only (no cut-out of Dincel
C
skin permissible. Drill only).
D - Screw temporary D-ANG50 Angles at max:
• 150mm centres for bottom 1/3 of wall. B
D
G.4.2.2. Typical Plan For Lift Shafts

Option A Option B
A - Continuous Dincel profile A - Earth face of basement continuous basement wall.

B - Horizontal joint between walls B - Lift shaft abutting basement wall
C - Min. 500mm C - Dowel connection only (no cut-out of Dincel skin
permissible. Drill only).

G.5. DINCEL WATERSTOP (DWS)
The DWS accessory is part of a waterproofing system. The system incorporates a re-injectable hose and is installed as part of
the hob prior to Dincel wall construction. In the event of any water seepage at the base wall junction, injection material is pumped
through the re-injectable hose to fill and seal any voids where water ingress has occurred.
G.5.1. INSTALLATION
The DWS is secured to formwork to act as a shutter to form a hob. The re-injectable hose is installed into the DWS cavity prior to
Dincel wall installation. The following is an example on how the DWS accessory can be fixed in place to for up the footing slab.
The following details incorporate the Dincel Waterstop accessory (DWS) and re-injection hose system providing directions to ensure
waterproofing around the Dincel wall and footing slab junction.
G.5.2. CONSTRUCTION OF SLAB REBATE WITH

DINCEL WATER STOP (DWS)
A - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to

form hob.
B - Timber batten held in place to stabilise the
timbers used to form rebate using nails or screws.
Preferably screws for ease of removal.
C - Steel reinforcement provided to hob design subject
to engineer’s details.
D - Plywood shutter (fixed/pinned appropriately to
ground) or face of shoring/sheet piling.
E - Min. 100mm.
F - Total rebate width = Panel thickness + drainage
cavity size.
G - Slab and slab reinforcement to engineer’s details.
H - Timber positioned to suit required rebate.
I -
Min. 75mm to suit dish drain and drainage channel.
J - Min. 55mm concrete cover from face of Dincel to
starter bar
K - Min. 55mm concrete cover from face of Dincel to
starter bar and to provide clearance to DWS
L - Option of one or two starter bars secured to
timber batten using tie-wire as required by design
engineer.
M - Dincel wall to be installed (shown for visual aid
purposes)
NOTE: Maximum one layer of starter bars for Dincel 155
profiles to allow for sufficient concrete cover and
clearance to DWS.

G.6. BASEMENT DETAILS
The following design details have been extracted from the DCM G.6.1. WALL-SLAB JOINT ABOVE GROUND WATER
and should be included in basement designs to prevent water TABLE POSITION
ingress through the cold joint located between the Dincel wall Option 1 – This detail is applicable to basement slabs with
and footing slab. negligible falls. The footing and basement slab is poured at the
The following designs incorporate three main waterproofing same time.
mechanisms; A - Dincel Wall (wall must be designed for hydrostatic water
1 - The waterproofing properties of the PVC membrane and pressure if ag-line is not used or assumed to be non-
patented ‘snap’ joints, functional in time).
2 - The DWS/injection system to fill and seal any minor cracks B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details.
in the event they have occurred and to prevent further C - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or postfixing
additional water ingress (when required), and (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
3 - A free draining dish drain/pit/pump to remove any D - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details.
undesirable water that happens to travel into the basement. E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob.
The dish drain may receive ground water prior to finalisation
F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing injection
of injection procedure.
material.
NOTE:
Free draining dish drain means that the dish drain G - Min 100mm.
along the Dincel wall is free to drain and not subject to
H - Min 100mm set down. Timber can be used to form rebate
any blockage/ponding. Each dish drain outlet is to be
and also as temporary restraint.
a minimum 50mm diameter pipe located at each wall
corner. The distance between each drainage outlet point I -
Min 300mm.
shall be no more than 10m apart from each other. There J - Min 75x100mm gravel filled drainage channel.
shall be a minimum 1/100 cross-fall in between each K - Drainage to pump out pit or similar.
drainage outlet point within the dish drain
L - OPTION; Ag-line placed below wall-footing junction level
NOTE: Dish drains are required because of the following: prior Dincel wall installation, connected to appropriate
- To be able to drain out any water during the course of discharge point. Blue metal to surround ag-line.
the structure’s construction. M - Ensure no damage or ruptures of Dincel panels during
- To be able to drain out any liquids overflowing from backfilling.
activities such as general and car cleaning and in the N - Free draining granular backfill to engineer’s details.
event of a sprinkler system being activated or failing. NOTE: Use this detail over B3.2.1. of DCM when Dincel
NOTE:
The waterproof warranty is only applicable once the Waterproofing Warranty is required.
injection of the resin inside the DWS has taken place. The NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) and injection material
injection of the waterproofing resin is to take place no MUST be used with the following detail.
earlier than the finalisation of the structural work of the NOTE: No accessories (such as guide track P-G) to be used
entire building. underneath Dincel wall.

G.6.2. WALL-SLAB JOINT ABOVE GROUND WATER G.6.3. WALL-SLAB JOINT BELOW GROUND WATER
TABLE POSITION & FOOTING IS PLACED PRIOR TO TABLE POSITION
BASEMENT SLAB A - Dincel Wall (wall must be designed for hydrostatic water
Option 2 – This detail is applicable to basement slab with pressure to suit water table position).
significant falls. The footing is poured first. Basement slab after.
A - Dincel Wall.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. postfixing (drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
D - Concrete floor slab to engineer’s details. E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob.
E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form hob. F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing
F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing injection material.
injection material. G - Min 100mm.
G - Min 100mm. H - Min 100mm set down. Timber can be used to form rebate
H - Min 100mm set down to suit basement slab fall. and also as temporary restraint
I - Min 300mm. I - Min 300mm
J - Min 75mm wide gravel filled drainage channel.
J - Min 75x100mm gravel filled drainage channel.
L - Ag-line placed below wall-footing junction level prior Dincel
wall installation, connected to appropriate discharge point. L - Concrete fines/sand to Engineer’s details.
Blue metal to surround ag-line. Ag-line is required to be
M - Shoring.
maintained for the building’s service life.
M - Basement/ground floor slabs to engineer’s details. N - OPTIONAL bentonite membrane or equivalent.
N - Footing steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. O - Dincel approved waterproofing bandage over lapping
O - Waterproofing of this pour break joint to architect’s / Bentonite membrane on DWS if Bentonite membrane
engineer’s details. under slab is used.
P - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. Min 50mm from NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) and injection material
slab edge face. MUST be used with the following detail.
Q - Min. 200mm. NOTE: No accessories (such as guide track P-G) to be used
R - Steel reinforcement to engineer’s details. underneath wall.
S - Ensure no damage or ruptures of Dincel panels during
backfilling.
T - Free draining granular backfill to engineer’s details.
U - Min. 100mm.

BASEMENT DETAILS CONTINUED
G.6.4. LIFT PIT

Use the below detail when pit wall and slab junction
A - Dincel wall.
B - Steel reinforcement to engineers’ details
C - Starter bars, tied to footing by either casting in or postfixing
(drill & epoxy) as per engineer’s detail.
E - Dincel Water Stop (DWS) used as cast-in shutter to form
hob.
F - Re-injection hose system to provide waterproofing injection
material.
G - Min 100mm.
H - Min 300mm.
I -
D-ANG50 as a temporary wall restraint, suitably fixed to the
wall and slab. D-ANG50 can be left installed permanently if
desired.
J - Negative pressure waterproofing membrane applied to slab
and minimum 300mm up Dincel wall face.
NOTE: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) and injection material
MUST be used with the following detail.
underneath wall.

G.7. CONCRETE
Dincel designs that include a DWS and a re-injectable hose system must use Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) provided by a supplier
approved by Dincel.
SELF-COMPACTING CONCRETE
AGGREGATE SIZE Maximum 10mm
CONCRETE SLUMP/SPREAD Nominal 680mm spread
SLUMP/SPREAD TOLERANCE ± 50mm
COMPACTION METHOD No vibration needed on single pours. Refer to F12.4. of DCM for details
G.7.1. TESTING & ON-SITE ACCEPTANCE OF SCC

As a minimum, the first concrete load supplied on the project site each day shall be tested. Tests shall be repeated at least once
every 25m³ of concrete thereafter.
Pre-pour Spread Test

• SCC is to be tested at the concrete suppliers batching plant • A supplied concrete spread of more than 600mm can have
and re-tested prior concrete use inside Dincel wall profiles. water added onsite (to the instructions of the supplier) in
Variances greater than ± 50mm from what was tested at order to achieve the target 680mm to 730mm spread. The
the suppliers batching plant will be deemed unstable and supplied concrete will be rejected if a minimum 670mm
shall be refused/rejected for use inside Dincel wall profiles. spread after adding water cannot be achieved before being
• A supplied concrete spread of 600mm or less will result in placed into Dincel wall profiles.
direct refusal/rejection of the supplied concrete.

CONCRETE CONTINUED
G.7.2. POUR RATES

The following pour rate table should be followed in order Please consult Dincel team regarding any project specific pour
to prevent bulging or rippling of the formwork face. This is rate recommendations.
particularly an important consideration for waterproofing or Where SCC is used, ensure good attention to detail is placed
when Dincel is not rendered or cladded for aesthetic purposes. when bracing and sealing formwork. The pressure exerted by
Pouring conditions also need to be considered as the concrete SCC is similar to pouring conventional high slump concrete
mix and ambient temperature of the time of pouring may and performing extensive vibration. Due to this higher concrete
vary from project to project. These variations should be taken pressure, taller walls may result in a “wavy” finish unless
into account to determine the minimum pouring wait times. multiple concrete lifts are considered.
Continuation of concrete pouring should only take place after Please note, vibration is not required to compact concrete when
the concrete has reached initial setting. using SCC. However, it is recommended to agitate/shuffle the
Please note, the table is applicable as a general guide for all top 400mm of concrete between layers/concrete lifts. Refer to
Dincel profiles. The engineer can consider pouring higher walls/ F.12.4 of the DCM.
higher concrete lifts when aesthetics is not critical.
VERTICAL POUR RATE TABLE (WHERE AESTHETICS CRITICAL) - SCC & CONVENTIONAL CONCRETE
DINCEL 1ST CONCRETE MIN. WAITING TIME 2ND CONCRETE MIN. WAITING TIME 3RD CONCRETE
WALL HEIGHT
PROFILE LIFT (METRES) (HOURS)** LIFT (METRES (HOURS)** LIFT (METRES)
UP TO 3.0M 1.8m 1.0hr 1.2m - -
3.6M 2.0m 1.0hr 1.6m - -
4.0M 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m - -
155*
4.5M 2.0m 1.0hr 1.5m 1.0hr 1.0m
200*
5.0M 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m 1.0hr 1.0m
5.5M 2.0m 1.0hr 2.0m 1.0hr 1.5m
UP TO 3.0M 3.0m - - - -
3.6M 2.0m 1.0hr 1.6m - -
275* 4.0M 2.5m 1.0hr 1.5m - -
5.0M 2.5m 1.0hr 2.5m - -
* NOTE: Please consult Engineer and Dincel Construction team for project specific advice.
** NOTE: Time between each concrete lift is based upon when the concrete achieves initial set. Consult with the selected concrete
manufacturer for confirmation of initial setting times. The initial setting time for SCC is generally 2-3 hours from time of dispatch.
The design engineer needs to account for any possible cold joints that may occur at pour breaks. Particularly if the cold joint is below
permanent water table.
NOTE: Dincel 275 profiles are available in standard lengths of up to 6.525m. For taller walls, longer profiles can be specially ordered
or alternatively use multiple profiles spliced together.
NOTE: For Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC), no vibration is required besides shuffling between layers/concrete lifts. Refer to section
F.12.4 of DCM.

G.7.3. CONCRETE PLACEMENT
It is common for aggregate to segregate when pouring concrete cold joint leading to poor liquid tightness. Due to this event,
walls due to two main reasons: installers must discharge/dispose this segregated concrete
1 - Concrete fall from heights (the below hose positioning outside of the wall form work (0.1m³) before beginning the
options A & B address this issue). placement of concrete.
2 - Build up at the bottom of the concrete hose where the kink

created by the hose clamp lies. If dispersed within the wall
formwork, this will result in segregated concrete at the base
G.7.3.1. Hose Positioning
Co e
n
Flo crete c ret
n
w Co Flow
B
A
A - Dincel Walls (panel joints not shown for clarity). the pressure from these locations. The pour location may be
B - Pour location should always start at corners or T-junctions moved to the centre of the wall once concrete has reached the
where possible. This will ensure that the concrete will flow required lift height at the corner or junction.
away from the corner or junction and subsequently divert

CONCRETE CONTINUED
Option A – Lower hose or tremie/drop chute into panel Option B – Point hose towards webbing
D C
A - Dincel panels. A - Dincel panels.
B - Max 2.5-inch concrete pump hose, lowered into wall. B - Max 2.5-inch concrete pump hose, lowered into wall.
Alternatively, a flexible tremie/drop chute can be used. Note: Placement at wall corners or T-Junctions is preferred
Note: Placement at wall corners or T-Junctions is preferred where possible.
where possible.
C - Point hose towards Dincel panel webbing to prevent free
C - Reinforcement as required by engineer. Hose or chute fall of concrete.
to be positioned in between reinforcement bars where
D - Reinforcement as required by engineer.
possible.
A
Note: Option A is suited to walls greater than 3.6m in height and
B
for Dincel 200 & 275 only. Reducing concrete falls below
2m is optimal and the preferred option to reduce the risk
of concrete segregation. D C
A
B
A C
G.8. PANEL SPLICE BANDAGING

In addition to the requirements shown in section F - Installation of the DCM, any cut/spliced panels and corners of angles different to
90°degree square faced corners need to be sealed with a Dincel approved waterproofing bandage on the positive earth side of wall.
A C

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Overview Pg 5 TECHNICAL DETAILING FOR

A4. Universal Accessories 23 E2. Single Reinforcement 103

E3. Double Reinforcement 106

B5. Internal Walls 38 E8. Joints 121

B18. Penetrations 59 F8. Wall Splicing 140

Finishing Pg 65 F12. Concreting 151

C1. Bare 64 F13. Patching 155

C2. Paint 64 F14. Cleaning 155

D4. Waterproofing 83 Floors - Below Finished Ground Level 164

A2. System Details 07

A4. Universal Accessories 23

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Dincel 110 Dincel 155 Dincel 200 Dincel 275

Elaborate Concrete Wall Shapes

Handleability Synergies Onsite

•  rofiles can be installed to be 1.2 metres above the deck

Basement Walls Shear Walls (Stair and Lift Shafts)

Façade Walls Planter Boxes

Party/Intertenancy Walls Tanks and Pool Walls

Columns Curved Walls

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Residential Multi-Residential Aged Care

Education Garage, Carport and Fire Shelters Health Care

Office Warehouse & Manufacturing Retail

Road & Infrastructure Tunnels & Stations Culverts

Revetment / Sea Walls / Erosion

Components List Installation

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A.3.1. Dincel 110 Components

110P-3 CORNER PROFILE

110P-EC CLIP-ON END CAP ACCESSORY

110P-EG EDGE GUIDE ACCESSORY

110P-G GUIDE TRACK ACCESSORY

110P-J JOINER ACCESSORY

110P-TC SCREW-ON CAP ACCESSORY

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A.3.2. Dincel 155 Components

155P-3 CORNER PROFILE

155P-EC CLIP-ON END CAP ACCESSORY

155P-G GUIDE TRACK ACCESSORY

155P-J JOINER ACCESSORY

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155P-TC SCREW-ON CAP ACCESSORY

155P-WS WALL SPLICER ACCESSORY

Optional Modification (200P-1C)

The 200P-1 can be ordered to incorporate a centre

reinforcement ties or u-bars within the profile. This panel

Front elevation. Stock Lengths

200P-2 SPACER ACCESSORY

200P-4 ANGLE ACCESSORY

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200P-EC CLIP-ON END CAP ACCESSORY

200P-EG EDGE GUIDE ACCESSORY

200P-G GUIDE TRACK ACCESSORY

200P-J JOINER ACCESSORY

200P-SE STOP END ACCESSORY

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200P-VRC VERTICAL REOCLIP ACCESSORY

• rofiles can be installed to be 1.2 metres above the deck