Solutions for ceilings in an industrial environment

ROCKFON presents a new version of spatial absorbers ROCKFON Contour: these vertical frameless acoustic ceiling panels are designed for industrial-looking buildings. Their installation is exceptionally easy and quick.



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The frameless spatial absorber consists of 50 mm thick stone wool panels, which are coated on both sides with a smooth matte white fabric. The edge of the visible side is slightly beveled, which is masked with a fine-grain coating. This makes the visible side of the absorber completely homogeneous (i.e., the structure of the stone wool is not visible). Additionally, there is no risk of damage during installation. Two white threaded mounting eyes (diameter 4.5 mm) are located on the edge facing the ceiling. These are intended for attaching adjustable stainless steel suspension cables (1500 mm in length). Due to the pre-drilled holes, incorrect installation of the eyes is practically impossible. This installation method prevents errors and shortens the time required to complete the entire system (there is no need to measure the placement of anchor eye holes). “The ROCKFON Contour system is an aesthetically attractive, modern acoustic ceiling whose installation is easy, quick, and completely risk-free,” confirms Frank Winters, manager for systemic solutions development at ROCKFON.

Industrial Look
This new version of ROCKFON spatial absorbers responds to the growing demand for aesthetic solutions intended for industrial-looking buildings. “Absorbers are traditionally used in buildings with large spaces, such as industrial halls and warehouses, where plumbing and electrical conduits must remain visible. And as this industrial look increasingly appears in other functional buildings, such as offices, restaurants, or hotels, spatial absorbers become a sought-after acoustic solution.” Absorbers offer a wide range of advantages over standard ceilings. For example, architects have relatively great freedom when using them. These systems allow for the creation of different patterns or specific designs. Vertical panels are also suitable for buildings with concrete cores, as they do not obstruct the free flow of air. Generally, it can be said that to achieve the same acoustic properties, a smaller area of spatial absorbers is required compared to acoustic suspended ceiling systems. This is primarily because vertical spatial absorbers utilize two sides for sound absorption, while standard suspended systems only have one side that absorbs sound.



Acoustic Comfort
“Our experienced staff is able to quickly assess the number of necessary panels to achieve the desired acoustic and aesthetic comfort. In acoustically sensitive spaces, such as concert halls, we conduct precise calculations of reverberation time without the use of absorbers. Then, through simulation, we determine how many panels will be necessary to achieve the desired reduction in reverberation time,” adds Frank Winters. “Installation workers can also rely on ROCKFON services.” We do not innovate just to offer something new, but primarily to bring added value to our customers. And this frameless acoustic system is the best proof of that: greater freedom for designers and architects and easier, faster work for installation workers.

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