A technical comparison of three jointing plasters stocked by Pelican Systems, with application tips for plasterboard finishing. Every flawless drywall installation starts at the joints. Even the best plasterboard system can be let down by visible seams, cracking or poor finishing if the wrong jointing plaster is used. The right product helps contractors work efficiently,…
By Denise Gould | Posted August 5, 2026 Tagged with JUMBO Plasters
Ceiling Insulation done right: A Guide to Energy Zones and Required Roofing R-Values
In an uninsulated building, the roof is the largest single source of heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer. That makes roof insulation one of the first upgrades worth getting right. Since the updated SANS 10400-XA energy efficiency regulations came into effect in November 2021, new buildings and qualifying alterations must achieve a…
Safer Ceilings: 9mm econotile (Gypsum Ceiling Tile) Now Rated A2-s1, d0 Under SANS 53501-1
Safer ceilings with the Pelican Systems 9mm econotile foil-backed gypsum ceiling tile is now classified A2-s1, d0 for reaction to fire under SANS 53501-1. This is a clear step up from our previous result. In the earlier testing to SANS 10177-5 and SANS 10177-10, econotile was classified as Class B/B1/2 in terms of SANS 428…
Finishing Plasters in South Africa: The Choice Is Yours
Finishing Plasters In South Africa – A practical guide to the gypsum plasters market, the raw materials behind the bag, and the brands worth knowing. For many years, the finishing plaster market in South Africa offered very few options. One brand dominated, the mixing method was well understood, and most skimmers simply stuck with what…
econocal Earns New Fire Rating… and Here’s Why It Matters
econocal earns new fire rating When specifying ceiling systems for commercial, healthcare, or industrial environments, fire performance is an important consideration. For architects who are responsible for ensuring the product meets the building requirements, the distinction between fire classifications is meaningful. What’s Changed econocal has been independently tested under SANS 53501-1, South Africa’s harmonised European…
A Contractor’s Complete Guide to Installing Fibre Cement Board Ceilings and Soffits
This guide walks you through the full installation process for fibre cement board ceilings and soffits: from taking delivery on site through to the final painted surface. It applies to both the JUMBO imported range and the locally manufactured Gyproc RhinoROC™ boards stocked by Pelican Systems – and references the compatible accessories we carry to…
