This document provides information about acoustic panel false ceilings. It discusses the components of a false ceiling including acoustic panels made from glass fiber and a bio-based binder. The panels have a Class A fire rating and are installed by snapping metal channels together in a grid and dropping the lightweight acoustic panels into the grid. Benefits of acoustic ceilings include sound absorption, hiding pipes and wires, and increased light reflection. A market survey for different acoustic panel companies and their product specifications is also included.

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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND
MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY
TOPIC:-
Acoustic Panel False Ceiling
Ashdeep Singh

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CONTENTS:-
FALSE CEILING 3
ACOUSTIC PANELS 4
INSTALLATION 5
INSTALLATION DETAILS 6-8
 BENEFITS 9
MARKET SURVEY 10

3. FALSE CEILING
A False ceiling is a secondary ceiling, hung below the main
(structural) ceiling also referred as dropped ceiling , or
suspended ceiling
Plenum
space
Used for –
# wiring
# piping
# ducting
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4. ACOUSTIC PANELS
 Acoustic panels are a range of semi-rigid to rigid, non-
combustible mineral wool slabs manufactured from glass fibre
bonded with a high performance bio-based, formaldehydefree
binder.
 Acoustic panels are free from CFCs, HCFCs and any other
material with ozone depletion potential in their manufacture
and content and represent no known threat to the
environment. The manufacturing process has a low impact on
the environment and is classified as Zero ODP and Zero
GWP. (Manufacturing)
 Fire Rating: Class A
(non-combustible) 4

5. INSTALLATION
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A typical dropped ceiling consists of a grid-work of metal
channels in the shape of an upside-down "T", suspended on
wires from the overhead structure.
These channels snap together in a regularly spaced pattern –
typically a 2×2 or 4×4 foot
Each cell is filled with lightweight “Acoustic Panels" which simply
drop or slides into the grid.
Tiles can be selected with a variety of colures and designs.
Light fixtures, HVAC air grilles, and other fixtures are available
which can fit the same space as a panel for easy installation.
Acoustic panel is easily cut to allow fixtures in other shapes,
such as incandescent lights, speakers, and fire sprinkler heads.

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INSTALLATION DETAILS(3D)
B

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DETAIL (A)

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Detail B

9. BENEFITS OF ACOUSTIC CEILINGS
 Acoustic tile is very sound absorbent, taking the
harshness out of a hard ceiling. In addition to reducing
echo and improving sound quality in a room, an acoustic
ceiling can also reduce noise that permeates from one
story of a house to another.
 It is handy for hiding pipes, wires, and other unsightly
necessities while allowing easy access for repairs or
remodeling. This makes acoustic ceilings a popular
choice for basement remodels.
 Highly light reflective, acoustic tiles let more available
light reflect back into the room, and save money in utility
costs. The panels come in different levels of humidity
resistance, reflectivity, and fire resistance. 9

10. MARKET SURVEY
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Company
(Acoustic
Panel)
Size Noise
Reduction
Coefficient
Cost Thickness
Armstrong 2 ft. x 2ft. 0.50- 0.70 100-250 12mm-19mm
Armstrong 4 ft. x 4 ft. 0.70 400 12mm-19mm