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…
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…
Ceiling Solutions: Elevating Spaces with Quality, Design and Functionality
Ceiling Solutions: Elevating Spaces with Quality, Design, and Functionality In the realm of architectural design, ceilings play a pivotal role in shaping the ambiance, functionality, and aesthetics of a space. Whether it is a commercial building or a residential haven, the choice of ceiling materials and design considerations can significantly impact the overall atmosphere and…
Suspended Ceilings do not always have to be White…discover how Black Ceilings add value and satisfy design needs. Black ceilings are increasingly becoming a trendy design feature as they offer several benefits, including creating intimacy and coziness in a large space, hiding unsightly elements such as pipes and wires, and adding sophistication and elegance to…
Ceiling Sophistication at Durban’s Exclusive Pencil Club
No attention to detail has been spared from the lift lobbies to the passageways, meeting rooms and restaurants in the ultra-luxe and exclusive Pencil Club in Durban. Every ceiling is curated and has a sophisticated style and finish. The Lift Lobbies Ceilings beautifully cascade down the wall in both lift lobbies. These are stylishly finished…
One of the most common misconceptions in the ceiling industry is that a suspended ceiling grid can be fire rated. Architects and clients will often insist on a ceiling grids that have fire ratings but it is in actual fact the suspended ceiling systems that need to be fire rated. As with any fire ratings,…
