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FLOATING CEILINGS
Canopies and Baffles, A Modern Approach
Project: San Juan de Dios Santurce Hospital (ES) :::::::: Architect: Paloma Baranguan de L.K.S
Solution: Optima Curved Canopy
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INTRODUCTION
Armstrong’s Unique Service :::: 05
Why Floating Ceilings? :::: 07
Solutions for ‘Retrofit’ :::: 08
Sabine Definition :::: 09
Segments :::: 10
Armstrong and the Environment :::: 14

SOLUTIONS
BAFFLES Range :::: 16
• OPTIMA Baffles :::: 18
• METAL Baffles :::: 20
OPTIMA CANOPY Range :::: 22
• OPTIMA Curved Canopy :::: 24
• OPTIMA Canopy :::: 26
• OPTIMA L Canopy :::: 32
METAL CANOPY Range :::: 34
• METAL Canopy :::: 36
• EASY Canopy :::: 38
• D-CLIP / D-H 700 :::: 40
AXIOM CANOPY Range :::: 42
• AXIOM C & KE Canopy,
AXIOM Circle & Curved Canopy,
AXIOM L Canopy :::: 44

Service Integration :::: 50

Technical Information :::: 52
Installation Guides :::: 53
Project: Hotel Silken Diagonal, Barcelona (ES) :::::::: Architect: Capella Garcia Arquitectura s.l.p.
Solution: METAL Canopy Circle
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Armstrong’s
Unique Service
Whatever your ceiling requirement, Armstrong’s unique service will support you from design to installation –
and beyond:

1
Consulting and planning
Each Armstrong project begins with an in-depth, one-on-one consultation with the specifier or main contractor.
Technical support and product recommendations are made once we understand the design, functionality and
performance requirements of the space.

2
Engineering and production
Working to this design brief, CAD drawings bespoke to the project are created which detail aspects such as
ceiling layout, views and perspectives. These details are then used to engineer a production schedule along
with any specific installation instructions that may be required at this early stage. Some are best sorted sooner
rather than later!

3
Logistics and installation
It doesn’t matter if one project uses the same products in the same way as another. It’s still unique to us and it’s
still unique to the specialist contractor installing our systems. That’s why we provide them with a tailored logistics
plan devised to maximise the benefits of JIT (Just-In-Time) implementation. Then, if they need us on site for
additional guidance, we will deliver there too.

4
Maintenance and support
Our customer service doesn’t end when a project is complete. Because if that project then needs adapting
to some new requirements in any way or expanding, we can continue to provide fitting solutions. We partner
with specialist contractors throughout the world who we rely on to help you take your project to the next stage,
whether it is adaptation, expansion, repair or basic maintenance.
Project: Cofunds Ltd (UK) :::::::: Architect: Swanke Hayden Connell
Solutions: OPTIMA Canopy Circle & Axiom KE Canopy
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Why
Floating
Ceilings

Flexible
Open up an almost endless range of dramatic design possibilities with baffles,
canopies and accessories that can be suspended from any soffit. Get quick
and simple ‘Go where you need, do what you want’ ceilings that can be easily
relocated when needs change.

Great acoustics
Because all faces and edges are exposed, baffles and canopies can provide
a greater sound absorption surface than continuous ceilings.

Light and bright

Specially engineered surfaces reflect up to 87% of light is back to improve
illumination, making spaces more bright and comfortable and cutting energy
bills.

Modern
Floating ceilings introduce new shapes, add depth, scale and rhythm to internal
spaces, creating a new, trendy aesthetic for modern building designers.

Green
Our canopies and baffles help create a more sustainable interior, contributing
to a better indoor air quality, acoustical comfort and supporting high mass low
energy construction. By improving light reflection they can also cut lighting
energy use.
Solutions for ‘Retrofit’
Acoustical retrofit solutions by Armstrong offer • Functionality: act as light reflectors
unique benefits: to minimise energy consumption.
•A
 esthetics: create a striking design and more • Ease of installation: special direct ceiling
intimate spaces. attachment (plasterboard and grid).
•F
 lexibility: solutions can be easily moved • Acoustic control: help to control reverberation
to suit future reconfigurations. within a larger space or above a workstation.

What is ‘retrofit’? Floating ceilings: the Armstrong solution

An acoustical retrofit consists of fine tuning the acoustical Plasterboard ceilings or exposed concrete soffits can create
performance of an existing space to meet the end users’ a very reverberant space which, in combination with today’s
desired levels of intelligibility, concentration and confidentiality. office interior design trends with extensive use of glass
When relocating a business to new premises or an existing partitions, impacts negatively on concentration levels.
office to suit new organisational requirements, acoustics must Existing suspended ceilings may not always meet the stringent
be taken into account as early as possible in the design process. acoustical requirements set by such applications as call
Integrating acoustics and space planning will help achieve a centres. Treating sound directly above workstations, whilst also
good balance between space optimisation and occupants’ contributing to lowering the overall reverberation time, is then
comfort levels for more productive working environments. key to enhancing levels of concentration and confidentiality.
The acoustical performance of a space is set by its size, the Under challenging architectural and acoustical conditions
room surface materials, furniture and background noise. An retrofitting an existing ceiling with lightweight and designer
acoustical retrofit will therefore consider: acoustical absorbers or Canopies and Baffles, can trigger a
• changing existing surface materials 180° shift in the perceived quality of the space, provide higher
• complementing the existing room configuration with floating comfort levels and an increase in occupant productivity.
ceiling solutions.

Office space planning is a balance between optimising the

area available and producing a comfortable and productive
working environment.
Armstrong recommends that acoustical fine tuning be
considered as early as possible in the design scheme.

Table showing improvement in acoustic conditions using Armstrong Canopy and Baffle solutions in a typical 100m2 room.

OPTIMA Baffles METAL Baffles OPTIMA Baffles METAL Baffles OPTIMA Curved
Exposed
(rows at 600m (rows at 300 mm (individually hung 1m (individually hung 1m Canopy
Structure
centres) centres) apart) apart) (50 % coverage)
Acoustic Solution
OPTIMA Baffles METAL Baffles
33 Baffles: 33 Baffles: 22 Canopies:
400 x 1800 mm 300 x 1800 mm
None OPTIMA Baffles METAL Baffles OPTIMA Curved Canopy
Total depth 750 mm Total depth 600 mm
400 x 1800 mm 300 x 1800 mm 1181 x 1870 mm
(350 mm void) (300 mm void)
Reverberation Time
2.72 0.73 0.74 0.91 1.38 0.78
500Hz 2000Hz (sec)
RT reduction (%) - 73% 73% 67% 49% 71%

SPL reduction (dB) - 5.6 5.5 4.6 2.9 5.2

NB: Sound Pressure Level reduction is reverberant Sound Pressure Level

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Sabine Definition
A sabine is a measure of the sound absorption Individual Baffles - vertically hung Canopies - can
provided by a material when installed within an also be measured in sabines, however an array of
architectural space. Canopies can provide greater Baffles will have an αw.
sound absorption than a traditional wall to wall
ceiling of the same visible surface area because Factors that may affect the installed acoustical
the sound is absorbed from both the front and performance relative to the published results are:
back surfaces of the canopy. Canopies installed • Size of Canopies
in a typical ‘lively’ space will help reduce the • Number of Canopies and their layout
reverberation time. • Suspension distance below a finished ceiling
• Location and horizontal overlap of Canopy
Sabine per unit is preferred to characterise the • Ceiling tile selection (for Axiom Canopies)
absorption provided by an individual ‘space
absorber,such as canopies in:
• Open spaces, open plan offices, retail outlets
• Corridors / lobbies

Canopies can provide greater sound absorption than a continuous ceiling of the same visible surface
area because sound can be absorbed on both the front and the back surfaces.

AXIOM Canopy AXIOM Canopy

OPTIMA L Canopy OPTIMA Canopy METAL Canopy EASY Canopy ULTIMA+ Ceiling
with ULTIMA+ with ULTIMA+ OP
(50% coverage) (50% coverage) (50% coverage) (50% coverage) (100% coverage)
(50% coverage) (50% coverage)

16 Canopies: 16 Canopies: 16 Canopies:

22 Canopies: 16 Canopies: 16 Canopies:
OPTIMA L Canopy OPTIMA Canopy EASY Canopy 96 m²
METAL Canopy AXIOM Canopy AXIOM Canopy
Large Rectangle Large Rectangle Rectangle ULTIMA+ MicroLook
1181 x 1890 mm 1200 x 1800 mm 1200 x 1800 mm
1200 x 2400 mm 1200 x 2400 mm 1200 x 1800 mm

0.62 0.82 0.76 0.88 1.09 0.91 0.64

77% 70% 72% 68% 60% 67% 76%

6.2 5.1 5.3 4.7 3.8 4.6 6.2

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

Segments
Transport
Airports and rail stations are inherently noisy, with ever increasing passenger numbers and large spaces only adding to the
stress of travellers. Armstrong’s Baffles and Canopies go where traditional monolithic ceilings can’t – bringing a new aesthetic
to open platforms and expansive curved roofs, allowing the often impressive architecture to shine through, whilst providing
exceptional levels of acoustic absorption to soak up the noise and give passengers a much more relaxed travel experience.

Project: Airport in Wrocław (PL) :::::::: Architect: JSK Architekci

Solution: Custom METAL Baffles
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Education
Today’s schools and colleges strive to create an optimum learning environment that supports modern teaching methods
and promotes communication. Creating the right acoustic environment, however, is often frustrated by modern high mass
open-plan school design that prevents the use of traditional monolithic ceilings. Armstrong Baffles and Canopies are the perfect
high performance solutions, providing exceptional levels of acoustic absorption, while creating a visually exciting backdrop to
stimulate the learning process.

PROJECT: AFG Kids Arena St. Gallen :::::::: ARCHITECT: Bayer & Partner AG Architekten, St. Gallen
SOLUTION: D-H 700 in Sky Blue colour
Commercial
Lighting, design and acoustics are three of the most crucial challenges facing modern office designers. Armstrong Baffles
and Canopies provide a cost- effective way to engineer the sound performance of different zones to get the right balance
of acoustic privacy and good communication. Suspended direct from the soffit or below and existing ceiling, their highly light
reflecting, acoustically absorbing surfaces and ergonomic design will enhance the working environment and, should space
requirements change, relocation is quick and easy.

PROJECT: BG Radio (BG) :::::::: Interior Designer: Alexander Nikolov, Svetoslav Aleksandrov - City Design Development Ltd
SOLUTION: OPTIMA Canopy Hexagon
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Retail
As consumers become increasingly discerning, retail spaces must constantly update and react to external challenges and
rapidly changing consumer trends. With their modern appearance and versatile design, Armstrong Baffles and Canopies help
create the right acoustic ambience and exciting sales environment for a memorable customer experience – and when change
is needed they can be quickly and easily replaced or re-located to meet new visual challenges.

PROJECT: USCE Shopping Center - Food Court (RS) :::::::: ARCHITECT: JC1 Studio
SOLUTION: OPTIMA L Canopy Circle & Small Circle
 Armstrong and
the Environment
Bright green solutions
We make sustainable ceilings that improve occupant wellbeing and productivity by making
spaces healthier, more comfortable and more energy and resource efficient.

We recognise the importance of protecting the environment and using resources responsibly, and
are committed to good environmental stewardship in our dealings with customers, employees, the
government and our communities.

Whilst systematically reducing our own environmental footprint, we are providing products and services
that help our customers to do the same by reducing the environmental impact of their buildings – and
provide greater user comfort.

Save energy Enhance INDOOR ENVIRONMENT

Lighting is the number one source of energy In terms of sustainabity, the inside environment in
consumption in buildings and, in poorly designed a building is just as important as the outside.
buildings, much of this can be wasted. A well
designed ceiling or ceiling canopy with at least
90% light reflectance will reflect most of the light
that strikes it, achieving:

• 20% lighting energy savings

• 7% decrease in air conditioning [cooling] energy
consumption. We spend on average 90% of our time in
buildings. The right balance of acoustic
Up to and visual comfort together with good air

90%
of light back
A high light reflectance ceiling,
which can be an essential part of a
quality improves workplace productivity
and learning outcomes.

low energy strategy for new build or

?
refurbishment projects, will allow for:

20% • Fewer light fixtures

• Reduced electrical light input DID YOU
KNOW
• Lower maintenance costs
Cost savings with
• Reduced cooling load”
indirect lighting*

Floating ceilings, such as OPTIMA Curved • Air quality

Canopies, installed over a working place improve Increasing attention is being given to the quality
the reflection of indirect lighting for better comfort of the indoor environment and the presence of
for the end user, helping to: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Armstrong’s
• Improve illumination and lighting uniformity low emitting canopies meet the criteria for indoor
• Reduce glare on computer screens air quality as set out in a range of green building
• Increase employee productivity rating tools, for example LEED, BREEAM and Ska.

* in association with Brinjac Engineering study 2006.

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• Acoustic comfort
Getting the acoustics right is key to the success of any
building project. Attention must be paid to surface finishes
to ensure they enhance the indoor environmental quality In 1999, Armstrong Ceilings introduced
relative to the functionality of the space. the industry’s first ceiling-recycling
programme. To date, we have recycled
Armstrong acoustic canopies reduce noise levels, due to over 15 million m2 of old ceiling material.
high performance sound absorption. That’s more than 60 000 tonnes of
construction waste that’s been diverted
from landfills.

• Thermal comfort DID YOU

KNOW ?
Reduce ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
We’re committed to helping reduce the environmental
impact of buildings. From product design and raw material
selection, to how we make and deliver products, our
supply chain partnerships ensure we can meet customers’
demands for environmental transparency.

• Green Building Rating Tools

Whether you’re designing using LEED, BREEAM, Ska or
In the drive to achieve low and zero energy buildings, other rating tools we can advise how to maximize credits
designers are increasingly turning to high thermal mass using our Canopies and Baffles. Credit Summaries are
construction techniques which enable the building to available to download on Armstrong website covering the
absorb thermal energy during the day and release it back following credits:
at night, thus reducing overall heating and air-conditioning
energy demands. • Recycled content
• Waste management
For thermal transfer to take place, however, high mass • Indoor Air Quality
surface, such as concrete soffits, must remain exposed, • Light reflectance
compromising both the acoustic performance and • Acoustical comfort, and
aesthetics of the space. • Low emitting materials

Armstrong’s Canopies or Baffles are the ideal solution,

as they are visually exciting and provide the required high
levels of acoustic absorption whilst maintaining essential
contact between the indoor air and the building mass.

Offering a wide range of material, size and shape options,

Canopies and Baffles are easy to install and dismantle,
and can be simply relocated to accommodate changes in
internal layout and function.
 BAFFLES range
OPTIMA BAFFLES - Individual or Grouped Panels
METAL Baffles - Individual or Grouped Panels

n CASE STUDY
Project: Paddington Station London
n  rchitect: Weston Williamson & Partners
A
n Main Contractor: Carillion
n Ceiling Contractor: Carlton Ceiling & Partitioning Ltd
n Armstrong Solutions: B-H 300 & V-P 500 Baffles

Engineered soft fibre or metal baffles offer go-anywhere solutions that combine
exceptional acoustic absorption with a new linear aesthetic.
Baffles allow air circulation and thermal exchange with the soffit above, whilst
concealing the services above and providing sound absorption. Whether
individually suspended from the soffit or in a linear array from a grid system
pre-located fixings that ensure perfect alignment and a clean ceiling line, they’re
simple and quick to fit for projects large and small.

• Choice - off-the-shelf sizes or project options

• Simplicity - pre-fixed anchors and no on-site assembly
• Range - entry level soft-fibre or premium metal solutions
• Precision - accurate alignment every time
• Economy - reduced fixing time for lower cost
• Reliability - tried and tested systems
• Peace of mind - backed by Armstrong, the leader in ceiling systems.
Paddington Station, also known as London Paddington, is a central London
railway terminus and London Underground station complex. The Paddington
Integrated Project (PIP) represents a close collaboration between Crossrail,
London Underground, Network Rail and Transport for London to create a
truly integrated station that offers a superior passenger experience with easy
interchanges.

Challenge
How to integrate bespoke interior ceiling solutions from an internal to a
more demanding external environment that are Section 12 compliant, are
fully accessible to the services and meet the necessary health and safety
standards for a busy London train station?
Solutions
Some 300m2 of Armstrong’s B-H 300 linear perforated metal plank system were
installed with a low-smoke acoustic fleece on Paddington’s low-level concourse.
This was complemented on the high-level concourse with vertical linear metal baffles
in bespoke demountable 15kg modules of 1200 x 600mm to ease installation and
maintenance as well as accommodating an anti-vermin and bird mesh panel.
These baffles were perforated for the high-level concourse and north entrance but
specified unperforated in the taxi deck area due to its semi-exposed location.
In addition, the grid was polyester powder coated to increase its corrosion resistance
and the number of hangers was increased by 20% to help counter the
more extreme environment.
The same V-P 500 aesthetic was carried through to platforms 15 and 16 but here
the system was a lighter aluminium extrusion rather than steel and the 500m2 baffle
modules using a bespoke grid with locked access panels were also angled at 45˚ over
the tracks to help deflect noise away from the walkways.

Custom Baffles B-H 300

OPTIMA Baffles
Frameless mineral baffles for economy and performance
Our engineered mineral baffles which comprises 80% recycled content, is available off-the-shelf in standard white (with up to 87% light
reflectance) or in bespoke colours and sizes.
Available in both rectangular and curve shapes, they are typically used to provide acoustic absorption in schools, offices, leisure centres,
transport hubs, etc.
Ideal for use in low energy buildings utilising high thermal mass construction techniques, naturally lit areas with skylights, locations where normal
suspended grid fixing is not possible, and in lower profile applications requiring a more economical solution. They are ready to fit and come
complete with pre-screwed spiral anchors, making them not only a cost-effective option but also one of the easiest and quickest baffle solutions
around.

PROJECT: Groupama Arena (HU) :::::::: ARCHITECT: MCXVI ARCHITECTS + S.A.M.O., arch. GÁBOR SZOKOLYAI
SOLUTION: OPTIMA Baffles Rectangular
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OPTIMA Baffles - Mineral

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Great acoustic performance n Exposed soffits for thermal mass
n Integrated spiral anchors factory fitted for easy n Offices
alignment and installation n Retail
n Modern linear appearance n Halls
n H
 igh light reflectance – save energy n Leisure centres
n Q
 uick and easy to fix – save cost n Schools
n Install individually or in groups n Multi purpose rooms

PHYSICAL DATA
Factory fitted for easy
Colour: White (WH). Other RAL colours available on request.
alignment and installation
Edge: Painted on edges

available shapes

OPTIMA BAFFLES Rectangular

Module 400 x 1200 x 40 mm Module 400 x 1800 x 40 mm
40 1200 40 1800

300 600 300 300 1200 300

400
400

OPTIMA Baffles Curves - Custom sizes and shapes available on request

Module 400 x 1200 x 40 mm Module 400 x 1800 x 40 mm
20 300 600 300 20 300 1200 300
370

339

370

339
400

370

370
400
R1500

R3356
R1500

R3356

1200 40 1800

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Armstrong OPTIMA Baffles can significantly reduce background noise levels and reverberation times within spaces and enhance speech
intelligibility. They provide absorption on all surfaces of the product either as a ‘planar’ absorber (αw), when installed as a linear array; or as a
‘discrete’ absorber (EAA) when installed as separate decorative elements. Additional test values for alternative installation configurations are
available upon request.
Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace Acoustical Data - 1000 mm total depth (600mm void)

Dimensions EAA - Sabines* Dimensions
Optima baffles 1 Optima Curvedacanopy
w / Metal Canopy O

OPTIMA BAFFLES - 400 x 1200 mm 1.00 OPTIMA BAFFLES 400mm (450mm centres) 0.60(MH)
OPTIMA BAFFLES - 400 x 1800 mm 1.45
* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory
measurements with units suspended
at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
Technical Sales team for further acoustic
and performance information.

For more details

on calculation and
methodology, please
contact Armstrong.
Discrete absorption
Optima baffles 1
Planar absorption
Optima Curved canopy / Metal Canopy Optima baffles 2 Optima canopy Optima L / Easy Canopy O

EN 13501-1
87% 80%
EN ISO ISO
7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH EEA Euroclass B-s1, d0 400 x 1200 x 40mm: 2.1 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content
400 x 1800 x 40mm: 3.3 kg/pc
METAL Baffles
Precision-engineered metal baffles for outstanding acoustics and aesthetics.
Armstrong Metal Baffles are precision engineered metal elements with a regular perforation pattern and high performance glass wool insert
for outstanding acoustic performance.
Used as a plenum mask where access to services is required; in semi-exposed station platforms environments, or simply as an aesthetic ceiling
solution for open space areas, their robust design and precise lines creates impact in any ceiling environment.
Armstrong Metal Baffles can be easily customised in dimensions, perforations and colours, to achieve the best design for any architectural
project.

PROJECT: Airport in Wrocław (PL) :::::::: ARCHITECT: JSK Architekci

SOLUTION: Custom METAL Baffles
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METAL Baffles - Metal

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Robust, engineered solution n Transport hubs
n Excellent acoustic performance n Schools
n High light reflectance – save energy n Libraries
n Modern linear appearance n Exhibition areas
n Highly customisable system n Retail
n Large halls
n Leisure centres

PHYSICAL DATA available shapes

Material: Galvanised steel. Standard Module: 300 x 1800 x 30 mm

Colour: RAL 9010. Other colours available on request.
30 1800
Acoustic infill: 25mm acoustic pad.
300 1200 300
Perforation: Rd 1522. Other perforations available on request.

300
Custom sizes available on request

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Armstrong Metal Baffles can significantly reduce background noise levels and reverberation times within spaces and enhance speech
intelligibility. They provide absorption either as a ‘planar’ absorber (αw), when installed as a linear array; or as a ‘discrete’ absorber (EAA) when
installed as separate decorative elements. Additional test values for alternative installation configurations are available upon request.

Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace Acoustical Data - 600 mm total depth (300mm void)

Dimensions EAA - Sabines* Dimensions Spacing centre (mm) aw
METAL Baffles - Rd 1522 - 300 x 1800 mm 0.73 Optima Baffles
METAL baffles 1- Rd 1522 - 300 x 1800 mm 300Optima
Curved canopy / Metal Canopy
0.55(H) O

METAL Baffles - Rd 1522 - 300 x 1800 mm 450 0.45

* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory

measurements with units suspended
at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
Technical Sales team for further acoustic
and performance information.

Discrete absorption
Optima baffles 1
Planar absorption
Optima Curved canopy / Metal Canopy Optima baffles 2 Optima canopy Optima L / Easy Canopy O

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

EN 13501-1
65% ≤30%
EN ISO ISO
7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH
Optima baffles 2
EEA Euroclass A2-s1, d0 300 x 1800 x 30mm: 5.7 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content
Optima L / Easy Canopy Optima Curved canopy
 OPTIMA CANOPY range
OPTIMA CURVED CANOPY - Individual Panels
OPTIMA Canopy - Individual or Grouped Panels
OPTIMA L Canopy - Individual Panels

n CASE STUDY
Project: MARTELA Headquarters
n A rchitect: Martela sp. z o.o.
n Armstrong Solutions: OPTIMA Curved Canopy, OPTIMA Canopy
Concave & Convex, CELLIO

When developing a ceiling solution in areas where soffit height is limited, or

when the design intent is simply to leave the structure exposed, Armstrong’s
choice of canopies is unbeatable.
Listening to Architects and Designers over the years, Armstrong has developed
solutions to help create inspiring, wonderful spaces.

• Choice - flat, shapes, curved, and much more

• Flexibility - individual or grouped installation
• Range - from entry level to custom-made products
• Quality - developed by Armstrong, the leader in ceiling systems
• Support - a team of experts to support you

Description
Martela is one of the Nordic leaders in the office interiors industry.
In addition to innovative and ergonomic furniture solutions, Martela designs
and implements various workplace related services. Martela helps improving
the employee wellbeing while at the same time increasing the space use
efficiency in workplaces, schools and welfare environments.
When designing the new Warsaw Headquarters, Martela’s architect specified
a range of Armstrong ceiling solutions, creating a trendy modern interior
design that also provided acoustic comfort in a large, open office.

Constraints
The biggest constraint was the ceiling height which was relatively low.
Solutions
Because of the low ceiling height, the architect preferred to specify floating island
ceilings under the exposed black soffit.
In the lobby a series of OPTIMA Curved Canopies were installed in concave and
convex arrays, creating a large, dynamic white wave.
OPTIMA Canopies in various shapes and forms helped reduce back ground noise and
reverberation in the open office space.
A classic CELLIO metal ceiling solution was installed in the conference room, providing
a more focused interior atmosphere.
Armstrong Ceilings have truly complemented the interiors of Martela Warsaw HQ.

OPTIMA Curved Canopy & OPTIMA Canopy CELLIO

OPTIMA Curved Canopy
High performance mineral panel with a curved profile.
The high performance mineral panel has an attractive curved profile and can be installed as either a concave or convex element, allowing many
different design options from a single canopy system.
The exclusive all-over durable white finish, high light reflectance and great acoustics make Optima Curved Canopy ideal for a new or
refurbished office, atrium and other large open space. Use them alone, or in combination with Optima L flat Canopies, to provide distinctive
designs or creative highlights.
Quick and easy to install under plasterboard ceilings, existing grid systems or exposed concrete soffits, Optima Curved Canopies are perfect
for areas where aesthetics and acoustics are important.

PROJECT: Headquarters of MARTELA (PL) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Martela sp.z o.o.

SOLUTION: OPTIMA Curved Canopy
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OPTIMA Curved Canopy - Mineral

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Install as concave or convex n Showrooms
n Exclusive high white finish n Entrance halls
n Excellent acoustic performance n Offices and meeting rooms
n H
 igh light reflectance – save energy n Retail
n A
 ccentuate prestige areas n Cafeterias
n Q
 uick and easy to fix n Schools
n Multi-purpose rooms

PHYSICAL DATA

Dimensions: 1181 x 1870 x 30 mm

Colour: White (WH)
Edge: Painted on edges

available shapes

Can be installed either Concave or Convex.

Concave installation Plan view

145

291
30

1181
600
Convex installation
30

291
145

335 1200 335

1870

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace

* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory
Dimensions EAA - Sabines* measurements with units suspended
Optima Curved Canopy – 1181 x 1970 mm 2.93 at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
Technical Sales team for further acoustic
and performance information.

Optima baffles 1
Discrete absorption
Optima Curved canopy / Metal Canopy Optima canopy

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

EN 13501-1
87% 80%
EN ISO ISO
7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH EEA Euroclass B-s1, d0 12 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content

OPTIMA Canopy
Armstrong Optima Canopies are designer acoustic panels, pre-formed into different shapes such as convex, concave, circle, hexagon,
trapezoid, square and parallelogram shapes.
The canopies improve the overall comfort of a working environment, offering excellent sound absorption and light reflectance.
Optima Canopy can be used to provide a striking design for a new space or be used to refresh or renovate an existing area. It can retrofit
to most ceiling systems in minutes and are the ideal solution for an area that suffers from background noise and reverberation.
It features a back frame that allows easy height and angle adjustment, as well as facilitate grouping installation.

PROJECT: Jarosova Office Centre :::::::: ARCHITECT: MOROCZ_TACOVSKY s.r.o.

SOLUTION: OPTIMA Canopy Circle
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OPTIMA Canopy - Mineral

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Can be installed flat, on a slope or hanging on a wall n Showrooms
n Wide selection of shapes n Office
n Enhance acoustics in open spaces n Schools
n Install individual or in groups n Large halls
n Embedded engineered aluminium frame for n Multi-purpose rooms
- ease of installation n Lounges
- easy and precise alignment
n Customisable shape options

PHYSICAL DATA

Colour: White (WH). Other colours available on request.

Edge: Painted on edges

STANDARD SHAPES
View shown as seen from below - Nominal 1200 x 1200 mm / 1200 x 1800 mm / 1200 x 2400 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1020 mm

1170 mm ∅
1170 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

1010 mm

1040 mm 1040 mm
Square Convex Concave Circle Hexagon

860 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm 1780 mm 2390 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

1170 mm 1020 mm 1020 mm

Trapezoid Left Parallelogram Right Parallelogram small rectangle large rectangle

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace

* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory
Dimensions EAA - Sabines* measurements with units suspended
Square - 1170 x 1170 mm 1.83 at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
Convex - 1170 x 1170 mm 1.47 Technical Sales team for further acoustic
Concave - 1040 x 1170 mm 1.73 and performance information.
Circle - Ø 1170 mm 1.61
Hexagon - 1170 x 1010 mm 1.23
Trapezoid - 1170 x 1170 mm 1.64
Left Parallelogram - 1170 x 1170 mm 1.64
Right Parallelogram - 1170 x 1170 mm 1.64
Small Rectangle - 1780 x 1170 mm 2.77 Discrete absorption
Optima baffles 1 Optima Curved canopy / Metal Canopy Optima canopy
Large Rectangle - 2390 x 1170 mm 3.57

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

EN 13501-1 Square: 4.9 kg/pc

Convex: 4.5 kg/pc 87% 80%
EN ISO ISO
Concave, Circle: 3.9 kg/pc 7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH EEA Euroclass B-s1, d0 Hexagon: 3.2 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content
Trapezoid, Left Parallelogram,
Right Parallelogram: 4.3 kg/pc
Small Rectangle: 7.5 kg/pc
Large Rectangle: 10.1 kg/pc

Optima baffles 2
OPTIMA Canopy

PROJET: Zionsville High School (US) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Balfour Beatty

SOLUTION: Optima Canopy Circle, Concave and Convex
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SEMI STANDARD SHAPES CUStom shapes

View shown as seen from below Now you can create your own shapes!

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm ‘Customisable’ panel area

34° 34° 63°

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm
Allowable
perimeter edge

2100 mm 1800 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

1500 mm 1200 mm

57° 57° 900 mm 600 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm

57° 57° 57°

900 mm 900 mm 900 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm Allowable

interior edge

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

40°
63° 40°
1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

290° 40°
63° 40°

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

1170 mm 1170 mm 1170 mm

Ways you can suspend OPTIMA Canopies in groups

You can group shapes in unlimited combinations. Here a few ideas:

OPTIMA Canopy

PROJECT: PizzaExpress (UK) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Ab Rogers Design :::::::: CONTRACTOR: Atlas Refurbishment (Northern) Ltd
SOLUTION: Printed Optima Canopy Circle
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Choose your colours

NOTE: Special care in installation and handling must be taken with colour shapes to avoid surface damage to the paint finish.
Custom colours are available. If you are working on a project that may require colours on canopies, do not hesitate to contact us.

choose your ANGLE

Wall hanging Slope hanging

Drywall hanging kit gives a

Slope hanging 34mm gap from the soffit

Example of wall installationS

Bolsover College (UK) Bishopsgate Institute (UK)

OPTIMA L CANOPY
Flat mineral panel system for economy and performance.
With an all overall durable white finish, the Optima L Canopy provides a high quality appearance that’s perfect for open areas in new buildings
or for rejuvenating or renovating existing spaces.
Combining excellent sound absorption with high light reflectance, it comes in a range of sizes and shapes, giving ceiling designers the flexibility
to create a unique solution for any space.
Quick and easy to install under plasterboard ceilings, existing grid systems or exposed concrete soffits, it’s great for areas where aesthetics and
acoustics are important.

PROJECT: Akademia Obrony Narodowej (PL) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Kontrapunkt V-projekt

SOLUTION: OPTIMA L Canopy Large Rectangle
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Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Cost-effective design solution n Offices
n A ttractive high white finish n Retail
n G reat acoustic performance n Entrance halls
n H igh light reflectance – save energy n Schools
n F inished on all sides for an high quality visual n Leisure centres
appearance n Multi-purpose rooms
n Easy and quick to install under plasterboard ceilings,
existing grid systems or exposed concrete soffits

PHYSICAL DATA

Colour: White (WH). Other colours available on request.

Edge: Painted on edges (Circles) / Painted scrim on edges

available shapes

40
40

40

40

300 600 300 300 900 900 300 300 600 600 300 300 600 600 300
150
150

300
300
300

600
150

600
600

150

300
300

Small Rectangle Large Rectangle Medium Rectangle A Medium Rectangle B

600 x 1200 x 40 mm 1200 x 2400 x 40 mm 900 x 1800 x 40 mm 1200 x 1800 x 40 mm
40

40

40

300 600 300

0

400
40
300

600
0
60
Ø 800

Ø 1200
600

400
300

600
Square Small Circle Circle
1200 x 1200 x 40 mm Ø 800 x 40 mm Ø 1200 x 40 mm

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE
Optima baffles 1 Optima Curved canopy / Metal Canopy Optima canopy

Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace

* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory
Dimensions EAA - Sabines* measurements with units suspended
Small rectangle - 600 x 1200 mm 1.38 at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
Large rectangle - 1200 x 2400 mm 2.76 Technical Sales team for further acoustic
Medium Rectangle A - 900 x 1800 mm 3.05 and performance information.
Medium Rectangle B - 1200 x 1800 mm 4.07
Square - 1200 x 1200 mm 5.22
Small Circle - Ø 800 mm 0.96
Circle - Ø 1200 mm 2.17

Discrete absorption
Optima baffles 2 Optima L / Easy Canopy Optima Curved canopy

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

EN 13501-1 Square: 6.9 kg/pc Large Rectangle: 13.8 kg/pc

Small Rectangle: 3.7 kg/pc Small Circle: 2.4 kg/pc 87% 80%
EN ISO ISO
Medium Rectangle A: 7.8 kg/pc Circle: 5.4 kg/pc 7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH EEA Euroclass B-s1, d0 Medium Rectangle B: 11 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content
 METAL CANOPY range
METAL Canopy - Individual Panels
EASY Canopy - Individual Panels
D-Clip / D-H 700 - Modular Systems or Individual Panels

n CASE STUDY
Project: Nice Airport, France
n A rchitect: Bernard Espla, cabinet Hexagone
n Contractor: SANCHEZ SA
n Armstrong Solution: METAL Canopy

When seeking a design feature that can wow customers and clients, Metal
Curved Canopy is the answer. Manufactured with the highest precision with
durable metal, our canopies provide both style and acoustics to any indoor
environment.
Due to Armstrong’s exceptional design flexibility, our standard products
can be customised to achieve your design intent.

• Quality - engineered and tested by Armstrong

• Durability - metal, suitable to majority of indoor environments
• Acoustics - perforated options available to meet acoustical requirements
• Custom - colours and perforations available on demand
• Simplicity - delivered ready to install from the box
Description
Nice Côte d’Azur is currently France’s third busiest hub, after Paris Charles
de Gaulle and Paris Orly, and offers direct flights to 105 varied destinations,
served by 53 airlines and handling approximately 11m passengers a year
(2014).
When the Nice authorities decided to redesign Hall 1, both the waiting and
boarding area’s, their primary motivation was to create a better customer
experience, developing an open area that was modern and welcoming for its
passengers.

Constraints
The new ceiling had to be visually exciting and at the same time provide
excellent acoustic comfort for passengers travelling through this busy
transport hub. A flexible and quick to install solution was also part of the
project brief.
Solution
The architects brief was to create a flying visual similar to
a ‘white bird’.
The METAL Curved Canopies were the perfect solution
to create the desired visual.
When Armstrong’s Metal Curved Canopies were installed with
linear lighting - the wings of a white flying bird were created!
The canopies also significantly reduced the reverberation time in
the space.

METAL Canopy
METAL Canopy
Armstrong METAL Canopies are designer metal panels, available in concave, convex and flat shapes.
Whether suspended below an existing ceiling or within an exposed structure, these pre-curved acoustical canopies provide extraordinary drama
and visual excitement. They can be individually suspended or arranged together to make an almost rhythmical statement.

PROJECT: Hôtel de ville de Châteaugiron (FR) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Monts et Merveilles & Phénomène Architecture
SOLUTION: Metal Canopy Concave & Convex
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METAL Canopy - Metal

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Metal: easy to clean and maintain n Showrooms
n Sleek design, no visible frame n Entrance halls
n Install individually, in line or in groups – create your n Transport Hubs
own layout n Meeting rooms
n Improve sound absorption and reduces reverberation n Retail
time to enhance acoustics n Waiting Areas
n Three panel types - flat, concave and convex
n Custom size, perforations and colours available

PHYSICAL DATA

Dimensions: 1890 x 1181 x 40 mm

Colour: RAL 9010. Other colours available on request.
Edge detail:
- Concave/Convex: width 47°, long edge 90°
- Flat: all edges 47°.
Perforation: Rg 0701 (visible surface).
Other perforations available on request.

available shapes
Section view

min 200 mm 40 mm min 200 mm min 200 mm 40 mm

156 mm

max 1900 mm 40 mm max 1900 mm max 1900 mm

156 mm

concave CONVEX Flat

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace

* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory
Dimensions EAA - Sabines* measurements with units suspended
Metal Canopy – 1890 x 1181 mm 2.50 at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
Technical Sales team for further acoustic
and performance information.

Optima baffles 1 Discrete

Optima Curved absorption
canopy / Metal Canopy Optima canopy

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

EN 13501-1 up to

80% 30%
EN ISO ISO
7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH EEA Euroclass B-s2, d0 Flat: 27 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content

Optima baffles 2 Optima
Concave/Convex: 33 kg/pcL / Easy Canopy Optima Curved canopy
EASY Canopy
The EASY Canopy is a flat metal canopy, available in both square and rectangular shapes.
Built in durable metal, it can be installed in most building areas, always providing a high value appearance.

PROJECT: Community Room City of Penzlin (DE) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Amt für Ordnung Bau und Wirtschaft Stadt Penzlin
SOLUTION: EASY Canopy
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EASY Canopy - Metal

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n H
 igh value appearance n Offices
n Metal: resistant and durable n Meeting rooms
n Two standard shapes, makes it easy to choose n Retail
n G
 reat sound absorption performance n Auditoriums
n Multi-purpose halls
n Cafeterias

PHYSICAL DATA

Colour: White RAL 9010

Edge detail: Square edge
Perforation: Rd 1522

available shapes

n M
 odule 1200 x 1200 mm n Module 1200 x 1800 mm

245
245
300
710 710
300
245 245 1200
600

300 300

Optima baffles 1 Optima Curved canopy / Metal Canopy Optima canopy

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace

* Average of 500-4000Hz, laboratory
Dimensions EAA - Sabines* measurements with units suspended
EASY Canopy – 1200 x 1200 mm 2.18 at 1000 mm, in accordance with EN
ISO 354:2003. Contact the Armstrong
EASY Canopy – 1200 x 1800 mm 3.15 Technical Sales team for further acoustic
and performance information.

Discrete absorption
Optima baffles 2 Optima L / Easy Canopy Optima Curved canopy

For more details on calculation and methodology, please contact Armstrong.

EN 13501-1 up to

65% 30%
EN ISO ISO
7724-2 & 3 14021

90 % RH EEA Euroclass A1 1200 x 1200 mm: 13 kg/pc Light Reflectance Recycled Content
1200 x 1800 mm: 21 kg/pc
D-Clip / D-H 700
Armstrong’s D-CLIP and D-H 700 systems are floating modular solutions for optimum flexibility.
The product range features Clip-In and Hook-On rectangular panels that can be arranged to create distinctive design elements.
The system modularity enables supporting functional service integration, such as cooling and heating elements.
In combination with Armstrong’s suspension system it allows a minimal-height installation without any extra engineering required.

PROJECT: Siemens, Roma (IT) :::::::: ARCHITECT: Grouppo SPA

SOLUTION: D-H 700
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D-Clip / D-H 700 - Metal

Key Selection Attributes Typical applications

n Modular concept for optimum flexibility n Offices
n L ow system height n Meeting rooms
n Modern absorber solution for exposed concrete soffits n Retail
n Enables integration of services, such as cooling and heating n Auditoriums
elements n Multi-purpose halls
n Customisation in size, colours and perforations available n Cafeterias
on request
n Metal: easy to clean and maintain

AVAILABLE SYSTEMS

D-CLIP Clip-In solution with rectangular panels D-H 700 Hook-On solution with rectangular panels
Square edged Square edged
Dimensions Length 600 – 2500 mm Dimensions Length 600 – 2750 mm (in steps of 25 mm)
Width 247 – 600 mm Width 250 – 600 mm (in steps of 25 mm)

For complete information please refer to the product datasheet or contact Armstrong.

CONFIGURATIONS

End Standard Standard Standard End Single

Modular Option Single Panel

D-CLIP D-H 700

Standard Panel End Panel Single Panel Standard Panel End Panel Single Panel

30 YEAR
up to up to

85%
EN ISO system 30%
ISO
7724-2 & 3 guarantee 14021

90 % RH A2-s2,d0 (with standard fleece) Light Reflectance Recycled Content

or A1 (on request)
 AXIOM Canopy Range
AXIOM C & KE CANOPY - Modular Systems
AXIOM CIRCLE & CURVED CANOPY - Modular Systems
AXIOM L CANOPY - Modular Systems

n CASE STUDY
Project: Harton Technology College
n  rchitect: Ryder Architecture
A
n Main Contractor: Carillion
n Ceiling Contractor: Farpod
n Area: 6 000m2
n Armstrong Solutions: DUNE Max Tegular, PARAFON HYGIEN,
Optima Board, Axiom 100mm Profile

AXIOM Canopies are modular ceiling systems supplied as a kit, in a variety of • Highly configurable
size, shapes and designer options to create ‘Ceiling Clouds’ utilising standard • Provides great aesthetics
panels resulting in stunning individual spaces. • Any shape with four or more sides
Create an almost limitless range of exciting floating ceilings. • Used in conjunction with the right tiles, can provide great acoustic
Using highly engineered and pre-cut sections and accessories in either qualities.
off-the-shelf modular kit form or as individual bespoke solutions. They are • Can be created in any RAL colour.
available in a full range of profile colours to suit 15 and 24 mm suspension • Fast to install, reducing labour costs
systems including designer grid and plank solutions as specials, and will • Engineered and supplied in kits which gives the customer the
accept any tile from our mineral, metal or wood ranges. assurance of a perfect finish, every time.
Testimonial

“
Key areas such as the Learning Resource Centre have major
acoustic considerations, so the ceiling design in these areas had to
be carefully considered to achieve appropriate acoustic levels whilst
maintaining the design vision of ‘open’ ceilings and exposed services.
The Axiom C Canopy ‘rafts’ with Optima tiles allowed us to achieve

“
this successfully and create a series of vibrant and informative spaces
throughout the new development.

Mark Spraggon, Ryder Architecture

AXIOM C Canopy PARAFON HYGIEN

DUNE MAX OPTIMA

AXIOM CANOPY
AXIOM Canopies are modular ceiling systems supplied as a kit, in a variety of sizes, shapes and designer options to create ‘Ceiling Clouds’
utilising standard panels resulting in stunning individual spaces.

Project: Auburn Univ Student Dining Facility, Auburn, AL :::::::: Architect: Williams Blackstock Architects, Birmingham, AL
Solution: Axiom Circle Canopy with Ultima+ Vector
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Key Selection Attributes
n Improve indoor acoustical comfort: n P
 erimeter trim cut to size:
• reduce reverberation time in the space • Factory engineered for precision & quality
• reduce noise levels in the space • Pre-assembled mitred corners
• increase speech intelligibility • Factory to site in a single kit
n A
 clean, contemporary visual requiring fewer suspension hangers • No site cutting required
n W
 ide selection of panel, multi-plane, multi-size design options • No wastage
n V
 ariety of compatible grid colours n Layout and sizing for full-size panel installation

1
step 1: SELECT YOUR AXIOM CANOPY SIZE AND SHAPE

n AXIOM C Canopy n A
 XIOM Circle Canopy
3.0m 2.4m 1.8m 1.2m

1.2m

1.8m Ø 1.8m
Ø 2.4m

2.4m

3.0m

AXIOM C Canopy with SL2 planks.

n AXIOM KE Canopy n AXIOM Curved Canopy

3.0m 2.4m 1.8m 1.2m

1.2m

1.8m x 2.4m 1.8m x 3m

1.8m

2.4m
2.4m x 2.4m 2.4m x 2.4m

3.0m

3m x 3m

n A
 XIOM L Canopy

3.0m 1.8m

1.2m

1.8m

2.4m

For customised kits, ceiling tile options,

dimensions and technical performances please
contact Armstrong Technical Sales service.
AXIOM CANOPY

PROJECT: Kings Church Amersham (UK) :::::::: Architect: Byrom Clark Roberts
SOLUTIONS: AXIOM C Canopy Rectangular & Special AXIOM C Canopy Triangular with DUNE Supreme
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2
step 2: select your ceiling panel material and coloUr

3
Mineral Metal Effects on Metal (Wood)

step 3: SELECT YOUR AXIOM CANOPY TYPE AND HEIGHT

Axiom Profile option for Square and Rectangular Canopy AXIOM Profile option for Circle & Curved
Canopy

Board/Tegular Panel with AXIOM C Canopy Board Tegular Panel with AXIOM KE Canopy for Vector AXIOM Board/Tegular Profile
Profile Profile

Vector Panel with inverted AXIOM C Canopy Vector Panel with AXIOM KE Canopy for Vector AXIOM L Canopy Board/Tegular Profile
Vector Profile Profile

4
step 4: select COLOUR of axiom PROFILE

Standard grid colours - Due to printing limitations, colour may vary

from actual product. 5 step 5: specify kits and panels

n F or standard Canopy modules please refer to the specific

AXIOM Canopy item number (listed in Axiom dedicated
brochures). Item numbers relate to the suspension system
included (i.e. 24 mm or 15 mm).
n Panels (tiles) are sold separately to the kits. Please refer to the
Armstrong mainline brochure or web site for complete details.
Global White RAL 9010

RAL colours available on request.

Special designs Possibility of lighting integration

Custom shapes on request
 125 250 500 1 000 2 000 4 000

AXIOM CANOPY

Project: Lawrence University – Richard and Margot Warch Campus Center, Appleton, WI
Architect: Uihlein-Wilson Architects, Inc., Milwaukee, WI - KSS Architects, Princeton, NJ
Solution: AXIOM C Canopy with Effects on Metal (Wood)
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ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE - axiom canopy - absorption data GUARANTEE

Sabines (average 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, Hz)

30 YEAR
system
guarantee
Acoustical data - 1000 mm airspace
7
Equivalent sound absorption area per

5 PERLA OP
canopy (Sabines)

OPTIMA
4 15 mm
3.6 m2
3
Metal
2 Microperforated
Rd1522
1

Octave Band centre frequency (Hz)

For more details on calculation and methodology,

please contact Armstrong.

Custom Solutions

With many shapes and sizes to choose from, AXIOM Profiles can emphasise a space with unique visuals or allow additional creativity in the
ceiling space for thematic designs.
Please contact Armstrong for further information.
 Service Integration
Armstrong’s offer of Baffles, Canopies and floating modular ceilings, coordinate with building
services to provide indoor environments where acoustic comfort, visual comfort, thermal
comfort and safety contribute to the occupants well-being.

:::::::: Twydall School (UK)

MINERAL / OPTIMA CANOPY RANGE

OPTIMA Canopies offer great design
opportunities with a wide selection of shapes.
When fitting small lightweight services, please
consider how the load is supported to ensure
product performance is maintained.
Contact Armstrong’s Technical Sales team
for further information.

:::::::: Hotel Rozani Ga (PL)

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:::::::: Kings Church Amersham (UK)

AXIOM CANOPY RANGE

Floating ceilings using AXIOM C or AXIOM KE Canopies utilise Armstrong ceiling tile and grid systems, thus standard service elements
designed for traditional wall-to-wall ceiling installations can typically be used. AXIOM Canopies allow service integration and careful
consideration is needed in regards to how the service elements are supported, especially the larger and heavier ones. Please contact
Armstrong’s Technical Sales team for further information.

:::::::: Swareflex Company (CH)

METAL CANOPY RANGE

The nature of metal allows greater opportunities for service integration
into Armstrong METAL Canopies. Lighting fixtures can be integrated into
Flat METAL Canopies, whilst Convex and Concave METAL Canopies
require project management support.
Contact your Armstrong’s Technical Sales team for further information.
:::::::: St Bede’S School (UK)
Technical information
Fire reaction Light Reflectance
National Building Regulations (where applicable require High levels of light reflectance from suspended ceilings can
that buildings meet the appropriate Euroclass fire contribute significantly to maintaining the correct levels of
reaction performance depending upon the area of illumination for all interior environments, as well as helping
application. Armstrong products have been tested to the to reduce excessive electrical energy consumption.
harmonised European fire reaction standards and meet Armstrong conducts extensive tests of light reflectance
the minimum performance criteria. on a wide range of its products, in accordance with
EN ISO 7724-2 and 3 (as specified in EN 13964), by
third party accredited laboratories. The light reflectance
values indicated on each product data page are as
determined by these tests.

Acoustic Performance Recycled Content

The occupant of a space, be it an office, a classroom, Armstrong products are produced using a variety
a shop, or any similar environmental needs: of recycled raw materials. The recycled content of
• Intelligibility – to hear and to be understood individual products is indicated in our literature in
• Confidentiality – to not be overheard accordance with ISO 14021:2004.
• Concentration – to not be disturbed
Canopies and Baffles contribute to a better acoustical
environment providing a good level of sound absorption.

Humidity Resistance Cleaning

Ceiling installations are facing more and more demanding Cleanability depends on product type and material.
humidity conditions such as fast track programmes, Please see our mainline catalogue or contact Armstrong
buildings with intermittent heating and cooling, areas for more detailled information.
with a high concentration of people, structures which
are open to the exterior environment, etc. To meet these
requirements Armstrong offer a wide range of floating
ceilings suitable for installation in conditions of up to 90%
relative humidity.
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Installation guides

AXIOM C Canopy AXIOM KE Canopy METAL Canopy

OPTIMA Canopy Optima Curved Canopy Optima L Canopy

Optima Grouping

Optima Baffles METAL Baffles ...installation video’s are also available on our website.
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Fax: +43 (0) 316 471 584-10
e-mail: [email protected]
www.armstrong-decken.at
www.gema.biz
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Africa/Middle East/Turkey
(AL/BA/BG/CZ/HR/HU/KO/ Armstrong World Industries Ltd
MD/ME/MK/RO/RS/SK/SI) Africa Middle East Turkey Division
Armstrong Building Products Armstrong House
Lighthouse building, 38 Market Square
Jankovcova 1569/2c, Uxbridge UB8 1NG
170 00 Praha 7, Tel.: +44 01895 202097
Czech Republic Fax: +44 01895 272928
Tel.: +420 725 477 588 e-mail: [email protected]
e-mail: [email protected] www.armstrongceilings.eu
Czech Republic: www.armstrong.cz Israël: www.armstrong.co.il
Hungary: www.armstrong.co.hu South Africa:
Romania: www.armstrong.ro www.armstrong-ceilings.co.za
Serbia: www.armstrong.rs
Slovakia: www.armstrong.sk Middle East Regional Office,
Slovenia: www.armstrong.si Dubai, UAE & French Speaking
www.armstrongceilings.eu Africa
Offi ce No. 2003, 20th Floor
Gold Crest Executive Tower
Jumeirah Lakes Towers
P.O. Box 73831
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel.: +971 4 453 4545
Fax: +971 4 453 4546
[email protected]
www.armstrong.ae
Eastern Europe

Turkey
Armstrong Europa GmbH
Mimar Sinan Mah. Mimar Sinan
Cad. No: 35/2 Cekmekoy
Istanbul
Turkey
Gsm: +90 542 772 49 22
Gsm: +90 544 293 5931
www.armstrong.com.tr
[email protected]
CIS
Armstrong Moscow GmbH
Mosfi lmovskaya Street 38A,
Moscow 119285,
Russian Federation
Tel.: +7 (495) 258 5100
Fax: + 7 (495) 258 5103
e-mail: [email protected]
www.armstrongceilings.ru
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