2. Distribution and lining partitions

2.1 Statement of requirements

They replace masonry or concrete walls which have other functions to fulfil, such as load-bearing or bracing functions in the case of partition walls - functions which the lightweight systems in question cannot, of course, fulfil (cf. § 2.4 ).

They mainly concern :

• mechanical stability under accidental impact loads (impact of a large, soft body weighing 50 kg, cf. NF P, 08-301, energy 240 J); wind stability is...