Acoustical Solutions
The use of acoustical materials to form the interior finished surfaces of rooms has become a standard concept in present day architecture. The control of sound is achieved either by absorbing sound, or by blocking it. offers a wide range of perforated, open and closed joint wall, ceiling and screening products that can be used in conjunction with the appropriate acoustical materials to create effective acoustical treatment solutions. also offers selected perforated products with the well known Soundtex acoustical scrim applied as an optional feature.
Acoustical Performance
There are three main areas of interest involving the acoustic performance of interior surfaces: sound absorption, sound transmission and sound reflection/diffusion.
Sound Absorption
Sound absorption is important for reducing the overall noise level in an area and for preventing “echoing” of sound. The common measurement is the Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC). NRC can be achieved with Longboard systems that utilize openings in various forms like perforations, reveals, or grooves. These openings allow a percentage of sound energy to pass through into the sound absorbing materials (e.g. Soundtex scrim, fiberglass or mineral fiber batt) positioned beyond the openings.
Sound Attenuation (Blocking)
Sound attenuation rates the performance of a ceiling system as a barrier to airborne sound transmission through a common plenum between adjacent closed spaces, such as offices. This property is measured as the Ceiling Articulation Class (CAC), with higher numbers indicating better performance.
Sound Reflection/Diffusion
Acoustical materials may provide a means of reflecting or diffusing sound. The degree of reflection and the amount of diffusion are greatly affected by the type of material, density of the material and surface finish.
Metal Linear Ceilings – Closed Joint Systems | NRC | SAA | Backer |
6” V-Groove Plank | 0.15 | 0.12 | - |
6” V-Groove Plank with Insulation | 0.10 | 0.11 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3 lbs/ft3 |
6” Perforated Plank with 1” Insulation | 0.70 | 0.70 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3lbs/ft3 |
6” Perforated Plank with 2” Insulation | 0.95 | 0.96 | Fiberglass 2” thickness @ 3lbs/ft3 |
6” Perforated Plank with Soundtex® | 0.75 | 0.75 | Soundtex Scrim |
2-1/2” Perforated Planks with Insulation | 0.70 | 0.72 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3lbs/ft3 |
2-1/2” Perforated Planks | 0.05 | 0.03 | - |
The test reported in this document conformed explicitly with ASTM C423-17 “Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.”
Metal Linear Ceilings – Open Joint Systems | NRC | SAA | Backer |
6” LINK & LOCK BAFFLES | 0.10 | 0.12 | - |
6” LINK & LOCK BAFFLES @ 6” O.C. with Insulation | 0.80 | 0.81 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3 lbs/ft3 |
4” DAUNTLESS BAFFLES @ 6” O.C. with Insulation | 0.75 | 0.75 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3lbs/ft3 |
6” DAUNTLESS BAFFLES @ 6” O.C. with Insulation | 0.79 | 0.80 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3lbs/ft3 |
6” DAUNTLESS BAFFLES @ 6” O.C. | 0.05 | 0.05 | - |
6” DAUNTLESS BAFFLES @ 6” O.C. with Insulation (above rails) | 0.65 | 0.65 | Fiberglass 1” thickness @ 3lbs/ft3 |
The test reported in this document conformed explicitly with ASTM C423-17 “Standard Test Method for Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.”
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Our thorough and detailed installation guides offer simple to follow steps to increase efficiency and reduce time on the job site.
The sample images below are illustrative of some of the steps outlined in our documentation.
Perforation
These products meet the same quality and environmental benchmarks of our other products, including being VOC free,
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Technical Specifications
Code Compliance
- ICC ESR 4182
- LADBS – Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety
- FLORIDA PRODUCT CODE – FL# 20075
Combustibility
- ASTM E136 – Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace
- CAN/ULC S114 (CANADA) – Non-Combustibility (weight loss)
- EN 13501 (UK/EU) – Combustibility Classification
- EN ISO 1716 (UK/EU) – Heat of combustion (calorific loss)
Flame Spread & Smoke Development
- ASTM E84 – Flame Spread & Smoke Development
- ASTM E2768 – Flame Spread & Smoke Development
- UL 723 (USA) – Flame Spread & Smoke Development
- CAN/ULC S102 (CANADA) – Flame Spread & Smoke Development
- EN 13823 (UK/EU) – SBI (single burning item) wall assembly test (cladding, air gap & sheathing)
Rainscreen
- AAMA 509 – Rain screen wall cladding system classification
Wind Load
- TAS 202 – Wind load – uniform static pressure
- TAS 203 – Wind load – cyclic pressure
Impact
- TAS 201 – Impact Test
Light Reflectance
- ASTM E1477 – LRV (light reflectance value)
Structural
ASTM E8 – Tensile Strength Properties
Environmental
- LEED – Evaluates a building’s environmental performance
- EPD – Life-cycle environmental impact of products
All BATTEN Work are available using our Btaten line of sustainable aluminum materials. Batten products are made from minimum 50% recycled aluminum and possess verified life cycle impact assessment (LCIA) and product-specific environmental product declarations (EPD).
Product Components
V-Groove Planks
| Dimensions | 12’ * | 24’ ‡ | 12’ Perf * | 24’ Perf ‡ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2½” | 3V.145 | 3VP.145 | ||
| 4” | 4V.145 | 4V.289 | - | - |
| 6” | 6V.145 | 6V.289 | 6VP.145 | 6VP.289 |
Smooth Planks
| Dimensions | 12’ * | 24’ ‡ | 12’ Perf * | 24’ Perf ‡ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6” | 6PSP.145 | 6PSP.289 | 6PSPP.145 | 6PSPP.289 |
Channel Planks
| Dimensions | 12’ * | 24’ ‡ |
|---|---|---|
| 6” | 6CH.145 | 6CH.289 |
Accessories
| Product | Qty | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Screen Clips | 1750, box | CLIP.N1750 |
| Quick Screen Clips | 100, bag | CLIP.N100 |
| Touch Up Pens (Reach out to confirm color with account manager) | - | TUP |
Component Trims
| Type | Style | Product | Dimension | SKU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | Precision | Starter J-Track | (5/8”) - 12’ | 1SJT.145 |
| Starter | Traditional | Starter Strip | (1-7/8”) - 12’ | 2SS.145 |
| J-Track | Precision | Two Piece J-Track | (5/8”) - 12’ | 1X1JT.145 |
| J-Track | Precision | J-Track | (5/8”) - 12’ | 1JT.145 |
| J-Track | Traditional | Two Piece J-Track | (1-3/8”) - 12’ | 1X2JT.145 |
| J-Track | Craftsman | Two Piece J-Track | (7/8”) - 12’ | JT23S.145 |
| Corner | Precision | Outside Corner | (3/16”) - 12’ | 05OC.145 |
| Corner | Traditional | Corner Set | (2”) - 12’ | 2CORS.145 |
| Corner | Craftsman | Inside Corner | (3/4”) - 12’ | 1IC.145 |
| Corner | Craftsman | Outside Corner | (1”) - 12’ | 1OC.145 |
Component Trims
| Type | Style | Product | Dimension | SKU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reveal | Precision | Flat Reveal | (1/2”) - 12’ | 1FR.145 |
| Reveal | Precision | T&G Flat Reveal | (1/2”) - 24’ | 1TGFR.289 |
| Reveal | Traditional | U-Reveal Set | (1-1/2”) - 12’ | 2URS.145 |
| Reveal | Traditional | Flat Reveal Set | (1-1/2”) - 12’ | 2FRS.145 |
| Reveal | Traditional | T&G U-Reveal | (1 1/2”) - 24’ | 2TGURK.289 |
| Reveal | Craftsman | U-Reveal Set | (3/4”) - 12’ | 1URS.145 |
| Reveal | Craftsman | T&G U-Reveal | (3/4) - 24’ | 1TGURK.289 |
| Termination | Precision | Termination Set | (5/8”) - 12’ | 1TS.145 |
| Termination | Traditional | Termination Set | (1-3/8”) - 12’ | 2TS.145 |
| Termination | Craftsman | Termination Set | (7/8”) - 12’ | TS.145 |
| Compression Joints | Traditional | Compression Joint | (1-3/8”) - 24’ | 2CJ.289 |
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