Acoustical Ceiling Systems

Superior Ceiling Tiles

Plain / Laminated Ceiling Tiles
Fissured Ceiling Tiles
Face Cut Ceiling Tiles
Specialty Ceilings
Technical Information

2011 2012
2 About USG
World wide
USG has been a leader in the building materials industry for 100
years. Our products can be found in buildings where people live and
work, in more than 125 countries throughout the world.
Headquartered in Chicago, USA, we have offices throughout the U.S.,
Europe, Canada, Mexico, Middle East and Asia/Pacific.
With sales in excess of $5 billion, we are the world’s largest
producer of gypsum wallboard and a leading manufacturer of ceiling
components and systems. USG is the world’s leading manufacturer
of ceiling grid – in fact, DONN brand DX grid can be found in more
ceilings, world wide, than any other supplier.
Middle East
USG Middle East operations are coordinated from Dammam, Saudi
Arabia with regional sales offices in Dammam, Riyadh and Jeddah in
Saudi Arabia, Dubai in U.A.E, Bahrain, and Beirut in Lebanon.
USG sales offices are established throughout the Middle East to
provide local expertise and support to an extensive distribution and
sales network that has been operating for more than 25 years.
Manufacturing operations for mineral fibre, laminated mineral
ceilings, DONN brand suspension systems, Dry wall partition and
SHEETROCK brand joint treatment products and Tuff-Hide are based
at Dammam K.S.A.
About USG 3
BS EN 13964:2004
Suspended Ceilings
is the new harmonised European standard, effective from 1st
January 2005, which provides information for parties responsible for
designing, manufacturing and specifying/selecting suspended ceilings
used for interior applications. It covers suspended ceilings sold as
kits, individual components & membrane components and describes
test methods & methods of assessment as well as provisions for the
evaluation of conformity of the products to the requirements of this
standard.
DONN® Suspension Systems
USG is the world’s leading manufacturer of
ceiling grid, offering the widest range of profiles
and colours on the market today. DONN® grid
from USG is compatible with all USG ceiling
tiles and speciality ceilings, as well as most third
party brands. The patented clip design makes it
fast and easy to install but also easy to remove
without the need for tools.
4 Contents 5

Pages Selector How to use this catalogue?

6-13 Market/application selectors This catalogue is an easy-to-use reference guide for specifying USG
14-19 Technical selectors
acoustical ceiling systems. To obtain the information you need, use
20-27 Sustainability
one or several of the following options:

USG Superior ceiling tiles

28-29 Clean Room ClimaPlus
30-31 Glacier • Market/application selectors – start here if you are interested in
32-33 Mars ClimaPlus a particular application area. We’ve identified several types of
34-35 Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus building environments, researched specific needs for each, and
36-37 Sandrift ClimaPlus provided you with recommendations. You can rely on our expertise
38-39 Sonata to help you select systems that work well in these spaces.
40-41 Taiga II Hygiene TM
USG Plain / Laminated ceiling tiles
42-43 Olympia II
• Technical selectors – start here if you have to meet specific
44-45 Olympia II Micro Perforated requirements for acoustical, humidity or fire performance.
46-47 Perforated
48-49 Plain
50-51 Sonatone White - Sparta • Products – start here if you know the exact product you need. USG
products are grouped into four key sections:
USG Fissured ceiling tiles
• Superior
52-53 Cross Fissured • Plain / Laminated
54-55 Favia • Fissured
56-57 Favia Acoustic • Face Cut
58-59 Radar
• Specialty ceilings
60-61 Rocktone
62-63 Omni
USG Face Cut ceiling tiles
64-65 Chessboard
66-67 Comet Line
68-69 Designer Squares
70-71 Pedestals I

USG Specialty ceilings

72-73 CurvaturaTM 3-D Ceiling System
72-73 Compässo curved ceiling trim
72-73 Metal ceiling systems

Technical information
74-75 Grid installation
76-77 DONN DX24 Intermediate Duty
78-79 DONN DX24 Heavy Duty-Standard
80-81 DONN DXL24 Heavy Duty- Fire Rated
82-83 DONN DX15 Centricitee
84-85 USG Middle East Limited
86 Grid/edge solutions
87 Installation ,Maintenance and Custom products
88-91 Ceiling Systems/ Warranties & Limitations
6 Office Applications selector Education Applications selector 7

Application Ceiling panels Page Application Ceiling panels Page

Administration offices Sonata • • 38 Administration offices •
Sonata • 38
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
Radar • • • • 58 Radar
• • • • 58
Chessboard • 64 Omni
• • • • 62
Pedestals I • • • 70 Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56
Conference areas Glacier • • • • 30 Auditoriums Sonatone
• • 50
Sonata
• • 38 Classrooms Perforated
• • • • 46
Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36 Radar
• • • • 58
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 Office space designs are now Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56 Designing an educational environment
Omni
Compässo/Curvatura
72,73 becoming a deciding factor in • • • • 62 can be a learning experience. USG
Corridors/ walkways Olympia II/Cross Fissured
• • • • 42,52 Cross Fissured
• • • • 52
recruiting and retaining employees takes an integrated approach in
Omni/Radar
• • • • 62,58 Common rooms/ social areas Perforated
• • • • 46
and workspaces must boost helping you design spaces that
Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56 Radar
• • • • 58
Favia
and enhance productivity while Favia
provide a balance between function
• • • • 54 • • • • 54
Comet Line
• 66
motivating employees. USG provides Corridors/ walkways Sonata • • 38
and good design. With years of
Executive areas Sonata
• • 38
solutions for all your design needs Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
experience behind us, our acoustical
Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36 from open plan offices to flexible Perforated
• • • • 46 ceiling system ranges are long lasting
Glacier
• • • 30 office space requiring high sound Gymnasiums Sonatone
• • 50 and will stand up to the abuse
General offices Sonata
• • 38 absorption and attenuation. Kitchens/ food preparation areas Sonatone
• • 50 typically found in schools.
Chessboard
• 64 Locker rooms Sonatone • • 50
Omni
• • • • 62 We offer various application options Plain
• • • • 48 We offer various application options
Favia
• • • • 54 to help you design work areas that Media study areas Sonata • • 38 to help you design an educational
Sandrift ClimaPlus
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 are: • • • • 36 environment that is:
Kitchens/food preparation areas Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28 Glacier
• • • • 30
1) highly functional 1) highly functional
Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus
• • 34 Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
2) will obtain client approvaL 2) will obtain client approval
Offices with indirect lighting Sonata
• • 38 Refectories/ dining halls Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28
Plain
3) within your budget criteria. Radar
3) within your budget criteria.
• • • • 48 • • 34
Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36 Plain
• • • • 48
Open plan offices Sonata
• 38 Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonatone
• • 50
Glacier/Radar
• • • • 30,58 Radar
• • • • 58
Compässo/Curvatura
72,73 Favia
• • • • 54
Private offices Sonata
• • 38 Swimming pools/ shower areas Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus
• • 34
Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36 Sonatone
• • 50
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44

Meridian

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DX15
Radar
• • • • 58

DX24
Parking garages Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus
• 34
Reception areas/ lobbies Sonata
• • 38 DONN grid options
Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36
Chessboard
• 64
Designer Squares
• • 68
Compässo/Curvatura
72,73
Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonatone
• • 50
Omni/Radar • • • • 62,58
Meridian

Fineline

DX15

DX24

DONN grid options
8 Healthcare Applications selector Retail Applications selector 9

Application Ceiling panels Page Application Ceiling panels Page

Administration offices Sonata • • 38 Administration offices Sonatone • • 50
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
Radar • • • • 34 Radar • • • • 58
Favia Acoustic • • • • 56 Favia Acoustic • • • • 56
Omni • • • • 62 Omni • • • • 62
Conference areas Sonata • • 38 Boutiques Sonatone • • 50
Olympia II Micro Perforated
• • • • 44 Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36
Plain
• • • • 48 Glacier
• • • • 30
Perforated • • • • 46 Healthcare environments are now Chessboard • 64 Retail stores are designed to leave
Taiga II Hygiene™
• • • • 40 designed more holistically, promoting Designer Squares • 68 an unforgettable impression on a
Corridors/ walkways Sonata • • 38 Comet Line • 66
health, healing and well-being. customer - usually in the form of a
Compässo/Curvatura 72,73 Pedestals I • 70
What better way to help create such unique identity. USG ceilings can meet
Olympia II Micro Perforated
• • • • 44 Compässo/Curvatura 72,73
Radar
an environment than by using USG Department stores Sonatone
your store design needs by helping
• • • • 58 • • 50
Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56
ceiling systems? Our range includes Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
you create, define and enhance store
Kitchens/ food preparation areas Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28
clean, crisp ceiling products that are Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56
identity. From new construction to
Sonatone
• • 50 perfect for healthcare environments. Perforated • • • • 46 refurbishment, USG has what you
Laboratories Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28 Let your imagination and creativity Omni
• • • • 62 need in a ceiling.
Sonatone
• • 50 guide you in developing innovative, Favia
• • • • 54
Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus • • 34 health-conscious designs. Exterior soffits Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus
• • 34 We offer various application options
Taiga II Hygiene™
• • • • 40 Hypermarkets Radar
• • • • 58 to help you design retail space that is:
Operating rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28 We offer various application options Favia
• • • • 54 1) highly functional
Taiga II Hygiene™
• • • • 40 to help you design a healthcare Olympia II Micro Perforated
• • • • 44 2) will obtain client approval
Out patient care areas Sonatone
• • 50 Kitchens/ food preparation areas Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28
environment that is: 3) within your budget criteria.
Olympia II Micro Perforated
• • • • 44 Sonatone
• • 50
1) highly functional
Sonata • • 38 Malls Sonatone
• • 50
Receptions/ waiting areas Sonatone
2) will obtain client approvaL Pedestals I
• • 50 • 70
Glacier
• • • • 30
3) within your budget criteria. Designer Squares • 68
Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36 Radar
• • • • 58
Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonatone
• • 50 Parking garages Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus
• • 34
Radar
• • • • 58 Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonatone
• • 50
Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56 Radar
• • • • 58
Perforated
• • • • 46 Favia
• • • • 54
Sterile and soiled utility rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28 Restaurants/ Cafés Sonata
• • 38
Sonatone • • 50 Sandrift ClimaPlus
• • • • 36
Taiga II Hygiene™
• • • • 40 Olympia II Micro Perforated
• • • 44
Wards/ patient rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus • • 28 Shops Pedestals I • 70
Sonatone • • 50 Radar • • • • 58
Sonata
• • 38 Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56
Favia • • • • 54 Omni • • • • 62
Chessboard • 64
Meridian

Fineline

DX15

Meridian
DX24

Fineline

DX15

DX24
DONN grid options
DONN grid options
10 Hotels Applications selector Leisure Applications selector 11

Application Ceiling panels Page Application Ceiling panels Page

Administration offices Sonata • • 38 Administration offices Sonata • • 38
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
Radar • • • • 58 Radar • • • • 58
Favia Acoustic • • • • 56 Favia • • • • 54
Omni • • • • 62 Pedestals I • • • • 70
Restaurants / Bars Sonata • • 38 Casinos Sonata • • 38
Compässo/Curvatura 72,73 Sandrift ClimaPlus • • • • 36
Sandrift ClimaPlus • • • • 36 Glacier • • • • 30
Glacier Chessboard
• • • • 30
Good hotel design can boost • 64 The leisure and entertainment industry
Chessboard • 64 Pedestals I • 70
occupancy rates. USG offers has numerous design requirements
Conference areas Sonata • • 38 Compässo/Curvatura 72,73
numerous ceiling options for creating and needs. Whether you are designing
Glacier • • • • 30 Cinemas/theatres Sonata • • 38
Olympia II Micro Perforated •
comfortable, inviting spaces that can Compässo/Curvatura
a cinema, casino or restaurant, USG
• • • 44 72,73
Compässo/Curvatura 72,73 be easily differentiated from other Glacier • • • • 30
offers innovative, cutting edge ceiling
Corridors / walkays Sonata • • 38 buildings. Sandrift ClimaPLus • • • • 36
systems to help you create distinctive
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 Clubs/discotheques Sonata • 38 showplaces. USG helps you design
Radar • • • • 58 We offer various application options Sandrift ClimaPLus • • • • 36 spaces that attract, excite, and thrill
Omni • • • • 62 to help you design hotel Glacier • • • • 30 patrons, leaving a lasting expression
Comet Line • 66 environments that are: Pedestals I • 70 of a magnificent experience.
Exterior Soffits Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus
• • 34 1) highly functional Compässo/Curvatura 72,73
Gymnasiums Sonatone • • 50
2) will obtain client approval Comminity Centres / halls Sonatone • • 50 We offer various application options
Kitchens/ food preparation areas Clean Room ClimaPlus Radar
• • 28
3) within your budget criteria. • • • • 58 to help you design leisure and
Sonatone • • 50 Favia • • • • 54
entertainment environments that are:
Parking garages Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus • • 34 Galleries / museums Sonata • • 38
1) highly functional
Reception areas/ lobbies Sonatone • • 50 Sandrift ClimaPLus • • • • 36
Compässo/Curvatura Glacier
2) will obtain client approval
72,73 30
Sandrift ClimaPLus • • • • 36 Compässo/Curvatura 72,73
3) within your budget criteria.
Glacier • • • • 30 Chessboard • 64
Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonata • • 38 Designer Squares • 68
Compässo/Curvatura • • • • 72,73 Pubs/Bars Sandrift ClimaPLus • • • • 36
Glacier • • • • 30 Glacier • • • • 30
Designer Squares • 68 Compässo/Curvatura • • 72,73
Chessboard • 64 Pedestals I • 70
Accommodation Sonatone • • 50 Reception areas/ lobbies Sonata • • 38
Radar • • • • 58 Compässo/Curvatura 72,73
Favia Acoustic
• • • • 56 Pedestals I • 70
Radar • • • • 58
Favia Acoustic • • • • 56
Meridian

Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonatone

Fineline

• • 50
DX15

DX24

Radar • • • • 58
Restaurants Sonata • • 38
DONN grid options Sandrift ClimaPlus • • • • 36
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44
Perforated
• • • • 46

Meridian

Fineline

DX15

DX24
DONN grid options
12 Sport Applications selector Controlled environments Applications selector 13

Application Ceiling panels Page Application Ceiling panels Page

Administration offices Sonatone • • 50 Clean Rooms - class 100 Clean Room ClimaPlus • • 28
Olympia II Micro Perforated • • • • 44 Computer rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus 28
Radar • • • • 58 Sonatone
• • 50
Favia Acoustic • • • • 56 Food/ beverage processing Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28
Omni • • • • 62 Sonatone
• • 50
Bowling alleys Sonata • • 38 Laboratories Clean Room ClimaPlus • • 28
Radar
• • • • 58 Sonata
• • 38
Favia
• • • • 54 Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus • • 34
Gymnasiums Sonatone •
• 50
Sports activity spaces, from ball Taiga II Hygiene™
• • • • 40 Controlled environments must meet
Locker rooms Sonatone • • 50 Operating rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus
courts to swimming pools, are • • 28 stringent guidelines and requirements.
Multifunctional sports centres Sonatone • • 50 Taiga II Hygiene™
• • • • 40
demanding environments that require USG understands that and takes
Reception areas/ lobbies Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus • • 34 Sterile and soiled utility rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus
• • 28
Sandrift ClimaPlus • • • an integrated system approach to nothing for granted. Every component
• 36 Sonata
• • 38
Glacier • • • • 30 balance the functional and aesthetic Taiga II Hygiene™
of our controlled environment
• • • • 40
Radar • • • • 58 design needs. USG offers a wide Security rooms Clean Room ClimaPlus • • 28
products maintains and assures the
Compässo/Curvatura 72,73 range of long lasting, high humidity Sonatone • • 50
system integrity. We offer a complete
Favia •

• • • 54 resistant ceiling systems that stand range of ceiling systems solutions for

Meridian
up to the abuse found in sports industry environments ranging from

Fineline
Rest rooms/ utility areas Sonatone • • 50

DX24
DX15
Radar
• • • • 58 environments. food processing to aerospace and
Swimming pools/ shower areas Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus • • 34 microscope assembly rooms.
DONN grid options
Sonatone • • 50
We offer various options to help you
Clean Room ClimaPlus • • 28
design sports areas that are: We offer various application options
1) highly functional to help you design rooms that are:
Meridian

Fineline

1) highly functional
DX15

2) will obtain client approvaL

DX24

3) within your budget criteria. 2) will obtain client approval

DONN grid options 3) within your budget criteria.
14 Acoustical Mineral Fiber Manufacturing Technologies 15

USG-ME Products are Classified according to ASTM E1264 as the • “ X” Technology is a unique manufacturing method wich was Production Technologies:
following: developed and introduced to the market by USG in 1989. X-technology, A USG Innovation for
This technology produces ceiling panels with ClimaPlus ™ sag High NRC & Smooth Surface
1 | Types (III, IV, X, XII, XX) resistance and exceptional acoustical performance. ASTM E 1264, Type III, Form 1 or 2.
Type III: Mineral base with painted finish
Type IV: Mineral base with membrane-faced overlay. • Wet-felted panels are typically mechanically perforated and
Type X: Mineral base with plastic or aluminium membrane- faced fissured. They are very dense and more economical than other types
overlay, or both. of ceiling panels.
Type XII: Glass fiber base with membrane-faced.
Type XX: Other types.
• Cast panels are naturally textured and provide a unique, integral
2 | Forms (1,2,4) colour throughout the panel substrate with very good acoustical
Form 1: Nodular (X-Technology) performance and enhanced extreme durability.
Form 2: Water felted Production Technologies:
Form 4: Cast or moulded
Wet-felt technology ASTM E1264, Type III, Form 2
3 | Patterns (C, D, E, F, G, I, K, Z)
C: Perforated, small holes
D: Fissured
E: Lightly textured
F: Heavily textured
G: Smooth
I: Embossed
K: Surface scored ➊ Eclipse ClimaPlus Illusions and Pedestals
Z: Other Patterns( describe) (Fine textured panel)

4 | Acoustical ratings (NRC, CAC)

Cross Fissured Olympia II Radar
5 | Light reflectance values (LR) ➊ ➋ ➌

6 | Fire class ( Class A, Fire Code) Production Technologies:

Cast molding technology for special textures ASTM E1264, Type III,
Form 4
USG is curently the only manufacturer in the industry with
the capabilities to produce ceiling panels with five different
substrate technologies for various uses and needs.
1 | Water - Felted
2 | Cast
3 | X-Technology
4 | Fiberglass
5 | Gypsum based ceilings

➊ Sandrift ➋ Glacier ➌ Frost (Fine textured panel) ➋ Millennia ClimaPlus (Smooth textured panel)
16 Acoustical Performance selector 17

Warranty

USG offers a lifetime (30 year) limited

A balanced acoustical environment often plays an important part in
improving productivity, comfort and peoples’ sense of well being.
Through appropriate selection and placement of USG acoustical
ceiling systems, it is possible to improve speech intelligibility, reduce
unwanted noise or increase privacy within a space or between
adjacent offices.
Sound attenuation:
“Sound attenuation” refers to the attenuation of
noise passing into a room from outside, such as
room-to-room noise or noise from above ceiling
services. The test data in dB (DncW) for each tile
gives guidance on the sound insulation, but they
should be seen in the context of the overall room
construction as per ASTM C423. fast and easy to
install but also easy to remove without the need
for tools.
Sound absorption:
“Sound absorption” describes the reduction of
noise within a room. Acoustic ceiling tiles absorb
sound energy and serve to control acoustic
reverberation time. Different tile patterns provide
different levels of sound absorption as per ASTM
E1414.
Acoustical ceilings absorb and/or
attenuate sound. The two main acoustical
performance ratings indicate panel
performance:
CAC: defines the amount of sound passing
through a panel and the plenum into an
adjacent space
W, NRC: defines the average sound
absorption of a ceiling system
DncW: defines the average ‘room to room’
sound attenuation of a ceiling system.

warranty on ultra high performance tiles
and a 15 year limited warranty on high
performance tiles when installed on USG’s
The USG ceiling tile range meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of BS8290 DONN Brand suspension grid. Refer to USG
(1991) as defined as: technical services for details.
a. Normal environments
(max. 25±2°C/65±5%RH) USG ceiling systems must be installed and
b. High humidity environments maintained in accordance with current
(max. 40±2°C/90±5%RH) USG written instructions and industry best
• For applications in extreme environmental conditions such as exterior soffits,
practice as defined by
BS 8290.
parking garages or swimming pools, products with 100% RH/40°C are
recommended.
Install with DONN Brand DX24-K corrosion resistant grid.
• For applications with uncontrolled
environmental conditions, natural ventilation systems or in humid areas such as
washrooms, kitchens or wet process areas, products with 95-99%RH/40°C or better
are recommended.
• For applications with intermittent heating and cooling systems, products with
90%RH/32°C or better are recommended.
• For applications with normal controlled environmental conditions, products with
70% RH/29°C or better are suitable.
Fire rating selector

• NRC stands for Noise Reduction Coefficient. It is a measure of how Life safety and protection of property are important considerations in
sound is absorbed by a given material. It is listed as a decimal and the design and specification of acoustical ceiling systems. Specially
relates to percentage sound absorbed. formulated Firecode (FC) rated ceiling panels are a crucial component
of USG’s tested fire protection systems. Specification and installation Reaction to fire
must be in accordance with the selected fire test description of the
• CAC stands for Ceiling Attenuation Class. It is the measure of the Ceiling products are generally considered
system. suitable for multi-use buildings when the
blocking of sound through one ceiling plane, into the plenum above,
products conform to BS 476 part 6 and 7.
and through the other ceiling plane to an adjacent space. Fire protection BS 476 part 6 is the fire propagation
classification which compares the constitution
Humidity resistance selector Structural fire protection BS 476 parts 21 and 23.
Suspended ceilings can be used to provide protection to the structural elements of a
of combustible materials to the development of
fire – performance class 0.
building. In the event of a fire, the ceiling membrane protects the structure for a BS 476 part 7 is the surface spread of flame
period of time enabling evacuation and fire fighting. The period of protection is classification which indicates the tendency of
determined by testing to BS 476 p23. Testing to BS 476 part 21, section 7, determines materials to support the spread of flame across
the protection provided to a loaded timber floor structure. the surface. (Best performance Class 1, worst
In order to ensure the validity of a “fire protecting” ceiling, installation must be as performance Class 4.)
described in the relevant test report. Any alteration may affect the fire protection All USG tiles achieve Class 1 and Class 0 as
capabilities of that ceiling system. designated by BS 476 part 7 and 6, and as
Extreme heat, humidity and fluctuating climatic conditions can Class A signifies that a panel is non-combustible based and has attained a flame required by Building Regulations Approved
shorten the life of a ceiling system. The connection of temperature to spread index of 25 or less on ASTM E-84 testing procedures. Document B. Per ASTM E84.
relative humidity (RH) is crucial in determining the best product for Firecode signifies that a panel has been classified as a protective membrane in
accordance with the standard ASTM E 119. It can be used in a UL fire-rated assembly For further information or advice on our testing,
any application. USG’s specially formulated ceiling panels resist high
to achieve a time-rated assembly. The time rated assembly includes the entire floor- products or relevant standards, please contact
heat and humidity without visible sag and are available in a range of ceiling or roof-ceiling assembly. All firecode protective membranes offered by USG your local representative or our Technical
performance options up to 100% RH/40°C. have attained a Class A rating. Services Department.
18 Light reflectance selector 19

The Light Reflectance selector identifies USG ceiling panels that Fire Reaction Fire Resistance BS‑476 Humidity Acoustical
Resistance
efficiently reflect light within a space to enhance indirect lighting, Product name Page Type BS 476 Steel Beam Timber Floor Maximum Performance LR1
reduce energy consumption and create a warm, luminous aesthetic. Part 6/7 (pt.23) (pt.21) % RH/C/°F NRC CAC Range
Sonata 38-39 CP Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 95/40/104 0.70 35-45 .89
Measured per ASTM E14771, LR value represents the percentage of
Clean Room ClimaPlus 28-29 FC+CP Class 1,0 120 min 120 min 90/40/104 0.15-0.55 35 .79
light reflected from the surface of a material. The industry average for Mars ClimaPlus 32-33 CP Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 95/40/104 0.70 35-45 .89
panels is LR .70 to .80, and values above LR .85 are considered high. Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus 34-35 FC Class 1,0 120 min 120 min 100/40/104 0.55 40 .82
USG offers numerous panels with LR values at these levels, including Sonatone White - Sparta 50-51 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 95/32/90 0.20 35 .84
SONATA, MARS CLIMAPLUS, OLYMPIA II and OLYMPIA MICRO
PERFORATED, with LR .89. Light Reflectance Glacier 30-31 R+FC Class 1,0 120 min 120 min 70/29/84 0.65 35-45 .70
 Olympia II Micro Perforated 42-45 R+CP Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.60 35-39 .89
• Choosing high-LR ceiling panels is a great way to improve the utility and comfort It is a measure of the percentage of light Pedestals I 70-71 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.15 35-39 .85
of the spaces you design and make your projects bright and inviting. Indirect lighting, which is reflected off of a given panel surface.
Sandrift ClimaPlus 36-37 FC+CP Class 1,0 120 min 120 min 70/29/84 0.70 38-48 .83
combined with high-LR panels, can eliminate dark, shadowy areas and too-bright hot Typically, the whiter and smoother the panel,
spots, improving the look and feel of a space and minimizing eyestrain (a cause of the higher the LR value.
Comet Line 66-67 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.15 35-39 .75
employee fatigue).
• Enhance Indirect Lighting Chessboard 64-65 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.15 35-39 .75
High-LR ceilings can also help conserve energy and cut operating costs by achieving
the same light levels with fewer fixtures and lower-wattage bulbs. Fewer fixtures also • Reduce Energy Consumption Cross Fissured 52-53 R+FC+CP Class 1,0 30/120 min 30/120 min 90/32/90 0.45-0.60 35-39 .82
mean less repairs and lower maintenance costs. Designer Squares 68-69 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.15-0.60 35-39 .88
Architects typically select high-LR ceiling for spaces that make extensive use of
• Create Warm Lumnous Aesthetics Favia 54-55 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.40 35-39 .85
indirect lighting. However, these panels can enhance almost any lighting scheme and Favia Acoustic 56-57 R+CP Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.50-0.60 35-39 .75
so can be an effective choice for many design applications. Olympia II 42-43 R+FC+CP Class 1,0 30/120 min 30/120 min 90/32/90 0.15 35-39 .89
Many USG panels with high LR values also feature high NRC and CAC ratings so you Omni 62-63 R+FC+CP Class 1,0 30/120 min 30/120 min 90/32/90 0.50-0.60 35-39 .85
dont have to compromise acoustics for aesthetics. Panels are available in a range of Perforated 46-47 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.45-0.60 35-39 .84
textures including smooth and very fine, many include CLIMAPLUS performance, and
Plain 48-48 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.15 35-39 .85
several are cast products, which provide a higher level of durability to resisit and hide
Radar 58-59 R+FC+CP Class 1,0 30/120 min 30/120 min 90/32/90 0.50-0.60 35-39 .85
scrapes and scratches.
Rocktone 60-61 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.50 35-39 .85
Taiga Hygiene IITM 40-41 R Class 1,0 30 min 30 min 90/32/90 0.15 35-39 .85
Ceiling Panels LR1 Textures Page
Sonata .89 Fine 38 • Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus also certified to BS 476 pt. 4 - non-combustible. ** Summary table
Clean Room ClimaPlus .79 Smooth / Fine 28
Mars ClimaPlus .89 Fine 32
Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus .82 Medium 34
Sonatone White - Sparta .84 Fine 50
Glacier .70 Heavy 30
Olympia II Micro Perforated .89 Fine 44
Pedestals I .85 Smooth 70
Sandrift ClimaPlus .83 Medium 36
Comet Line .75 Medium 66
Chessboard .75 Medium 64
Cross Fissured .82 Medium 52
Designer Squares .88 Medium 68
Favia .85 Medium 54
Favia Acoustic .75 Medium 56
Olympia II .89 Fine 42
Omni .85 Medium 62
Perforated .84 Fine 46
Plain .85 Smooth 48
USG Ceilings Provide
Radar .85 Medium 58
LR (Light Reflectance)
Rocktone .85 Medium 60
(70-90%)
Taiga Hygiene IITM .85 Medium 40
1. Standard Test Method for Luminous Reflectance Factor of Acoustical Materials by Use of
Integrating-Sphere Reflectometers.
20 Specialized Performance Sustainability 21

Many interior environments with demanding functions (such Fire Resistance Sustainable Design
as food preparation, hydrotherapy, exercise, athletics and Sustainable design seeks to create structures that require fewer
cleanroom control) require performance beyond aesthetics, USG offers many ceiling panels with
FIRECODETM formulation, which provides special natural resources to build, maintain and adapt to future uses. Key
sound control and sustainability. USG offers many options to additives for increased fire resistance. Fire-rated strategies include choosing quality, lasting materials and creating
meet a diverse range of specialized performance needs. suspension main tees are manufactured with flexible, multi - functional spaces.
relief notches that will contract in high heat to Consumers have become increasingly aware of the need to conserve
Abuse resistance hold the ceiling assembly together and prevent energy, manage raw materials, reduce waste and safeguard against
Routine plenum access can blemish panels with unsightly scratches, collapse. Fire-rated panels and suspension
system components are identified with the fire
pollutants. In response, many developers and owners now demand
and chips and dents can occur in high – traffic areas such as
icon on the individual product pages in this buildings that will help save energy, preserve the integrity of Business Sustainability
hallways, classrooms and gyms. When durability is key, consider the catalog. surrounding land and assure a clean, healthy indoor environment.
following products.
CLEANLINESS Sustainable Table - USG Middle East
Specially formulated mineral-fiber ceiling panels feature higher-
density construction and special finishes to enhance durability and Cleanrooms, food preparation areas and Related USGBC LEED MR 4.1 and 4.2 EQ8 EQ Pre 3 & EQ 3.2 & MR6 MR 5.1/5.2 EQ 10
computer rooms require ceilings with specific
damage resistance. Panel include: for Schools Credits EQ 9 EQ 4
attributes and performance levels. CLEAN
ROOMTM CLIMAPLUSTM Class 10M-100M and Post Consumer Pre-Consumer LR NRC CAC Approx. CHPS Formaldehyde Rapid Raw Materials/ Comments ( %
Leed Category
RADARTM CLIMAPLUSTM High-Durability panels deliver 20% greater Class 100 panels feature vinyl laminated Class A FC Class A FC
Weight
lb/sq.ft
& VOC
Emissions
Renew by wt.) values based on average
during 2009 January through
durability than competitive “school products” and 50% more than surfaces and meet Federal Standard 209E,
RADAR TM ClimaPlus TM 18.43% 6% 13% 42.3% .85 .55 35/39 .70-.72 Pass Low 7%
standard acoustical panels. “Clean Room and Work Station Requirements
15mm Wet Felt Products
Controlled Environments”. SHEETROCK® brand manufactured at at
CLEAN ROOMTM lay-in ceiling panels with RADAR TM
ClimaPlus TM
18.43% 6% 13% 42.3% .85 .60 35/39 .90-.92 Pass Low 7% Dammam, Saudi Arabia
MARS TM CLIMAPLUSTM panels resist visible damage in independently gypsum core, sealed edges and vinyl face and 19mm
verified surface scratch tests and withstand 150 scrub cycles without back, can also be used in cleanrooms up to
Olympia TM ClimaPlus TM 17.3% N/A 39% N/A .89 .60 35/39 .84-.86 PASS Low 8%
surface break using the Gardner Scrubability Test, per ASTM D24861 Class 100. Cleanroom-rated applications require Microperf
Mineral Wool (Pre-
a suspension system with gasketed tees such as consumer %) from
15mm China /US; Perlite 20-
the DONN® CE system.
Olympia TM ClimaPlus TM 17.3% N/A 39% N/A .89 .65 35/39 .94-.96 Pass Low 8% 50%; Recycled Paper
For food preparation areas, choose Class 100
Cast ceiling panels, available exclusively from USG, are formed Microperf (Post -consumer %) ;
panels or SHEETROCK® Vinyl CLIMAPLUSTM lay- 19mm
and cured in molds, making them up to three times stronger than in ceiling panels, which meet U.S. Department
Stratch(Rapid renew
%); and Clay 2-12%
standard panels. Cast panels feature an integrally color-coordinated of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service Perforated TM 17% 6% 13% 42.3% .85 .50 35/39 .70-.72 Pass Low 7%
ClimaPlus TM
substrate to mask nicks or scrapes. Panels include: requirements.
15mm
• FrostTM CLIMAPLUSTM
• GlacierTM Exterior Applications
• SandriftTM CLIMAPLUSTM Product
Exterior soffits and ceilings in open parking
garages and marine environments are subjected USG's commitment to health, safety
Humidity Resistance to large temperature swings, wind, humidity and environmental responsibility is
Moist air in indoor pool areas, shower and locker rooms, and and incidental water exposure. USG offers evident at every stage in the life cycle
buildings not fully enclosed can cause standard panels to visibly several products that can be used in these chain.
sag. For high-humidity areas, choose panels with CLIMAPLUS challenging applications:
performance. These products resist sag in up to 95% relative humidity • DONN® ZXLATM hot-dipped galvanized
suspension system with aluminum cap
and up to 104 °F. RADARTM Ceramic CLIMAPLUSTM panels even resist
• PARALINE® linear metal ceiling system, wind-
sag in up to 100% relative humidity. CLIMAPLUS products carry a load tested to 120 mph.
limited warranty of up to 30 years when installed in a DONN ® brand • USG drywall suspension system for flat
suspension system. ceilings.
22 Sustainability
Design that require fewer Natural resources:
• Energy conservation
• Raw Material Management
• Waste Reduction
• Safeguard against pollutants
In response, many developers and owners now demand buildings that
will help save energy, preserve the integrity of surrounding land and
assure a clean, healthy indoor environment.
1 | Indoor Environmental Quality:
Indoor environmental quality (IEQ) refers to all environmental factors
that affect the health and well-being of building occupants. IEQ
includes such factors as Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), comfort, humidity,
air exchange, acoustics and lighting quality.
Many USG ceiling panels help to support healthy environments with
reduced Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions
Formaldehyde Performance:
Formaldehyde is an important industrial chemical used to make
chemicals, building materials, and household products.
Exposure The OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for
formaldehyde is 750 ppb (0.75 ppm) per 8-hour TWA (Time Weighted
Average, the average exposure over an 8-hour work period).
Content The presence of formaldehyde must be reported if the
concentration of formaldehyde exceeds 0.1 percent of weight. All
USG ceilings are well below these levels.
To help building professionals create healthy spaces, USG offers many
ceiling panels and tiles that emit no formaldehyde or such low levels
as to exceed stringent standards established by the collaborative
for High-Performance Schools (CHPS). This high performance comes
standard on these products, with no additional charge or lead time.
Ceiling with Little or No Formaldehyde Requirements as per
CHPS (Collaborative For High Performance Schools)
• Zero VOC Emission for All CAST Ceilings (level<2mg or 1.6 ppb)
• Low-Emitting Ceilings (level < 13.5 ppb)
• Meets minimum Standards (state of Washington Level < 50 ppb)
2 | Recycled and Renewable Ingredients:
Many USG acoustical ceiling panels contain mineral wool derived
from slag, a byproduct of steelmaking, reducing the need to mind
and process raw materials and minimizing landfill waste. Many
panels also contain recycled paper.
Zero-Emitting Ceilings
0 ppb
Zero
Low-Emitting
Less than 13.5 ppb
>13.5
Meets Minimum Standarts
Less than 50 ppb
> 50
Post-Industrial (Pre-Consumer) materials
are generated by manufacturers and processors,
and may consist of scrap, trimmings and
other by-products that were never used in
the consumer market. Post-Industrial and
Pre-Consumer are one in the same under the
USGBC LEED® rating systems.
Post-Consumer material is an end product
that has completed its life cycle as a consumer
item and would otherwise have been disposed
of as a solid waste. Post-consumer materials
include recyclables collected in commercial and
residential recycling programs, such as officer
paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, plastics and
metals.
23
Binders are derived from corn and wheat starch, which are renewable Energy & Atmosphere
agricultural resources. The metal in many of our specialty ceiling and • EA Credit 1 – Optimize Energy
drywall suspension systems includes recycled content. Aluminum Performance
offers additional benefits in that it can be fully re-purposed by High light reflectance (LR) of ceiling materials
re-melting and salvaging the metal. can reduce the Energy Consumption
Responsible Manufacturing Materials & Resources
USG ceilings = high recycled content (HRC) • MR Credit 1 – Building Reuse:
Recycling is only a part of the story. Careful production methods Maintain Interior
are good for the environment and increase efficiency. Our practices Product Abuse Resistant surface like Cast
include: Mineral Fiber Panels
• Using clean fuels (NG) • MR Credit 2 – Construction Waste
Management: Divert From Disposal
• Treating and recycling water (Saving of 300 m3 daily at USGME)
• Reducing waste (Recycling) Project waste (by weight) from landfill
(Recycling Program)
• Offering specialized ceiling panels • MR Credit 3 – Material Reuse
• Recycling old ceiling panels Products may contain synthetic material and
• Product life cycle metal ceilings/components
• MR Credit 4 – Recycled Content
Antimicrobial Treatments to Counter Mold Pre & Post-Consumer
C+ Superior Performance (Treatment areas in ceiling panels include • MR Credit 5 – Local/Regional
face and back surfaces, as well as the formulation of the materials Materials: Extracted, Processed &
used to create the ceiling substrate) Manufactured Regionally
Raw materials are obtained within 500 miles
• MR Credit 6 – Rapidly Renewable
3 | LEED
Materials
LEED® is a guideline for building solutions established by the USGBC Products may contain corn/Potato starch
(United States Green Building Council) members. USG Corporation is binders, renewable alternatives to petroleum-
a founding member of the U.S. Green Building Council. based binders.
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a
rating system that encourages the design and construction of
environmentally friendly buildings
Indoor Environmental Quality
• EQ Credit 4 – Low-Emitting Materials
Products emit no formaldehyde or only a very
low amount
LEED was created to define “green building” by establishing a • EQ Credit 8 – Daylight and Views
High LR can improve the quality and quantity of
common standard of measurement and promote integrated, whole-
natural light by enhancing indirect lighting
building design practices.
• EQ Credit 9 – Enhanced Acoustical
Performance for Schools
Credit are awarded based on the five key areas of human and Products used in tested assemblies may reduce
environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, sound transmission in spaces
energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental • EQ Credit 10 – Mold Prevention
Products may contain ingredients that reduce
quality.
the potential growth of mold
Choosing zero-emitting and low-emitting ceiling products can also
help earn LEED credits. Section 3.2, IAQ Management Plan, Before
Occupancy, requires a total formaldehyde concentration of 50 ppb or Innovation
less. As one of the largest surfaces in a space, a ceiling with zero – or • ID Credit 1 – Innovation
low – emitting panels makes a strong contribution toward achieving Exception performance above LEED
valuable credits – and creating healthy, sustainable environments. requirements can be awarded extra points
24 Sustainability
Leed Category Available Credits
Energy and Atmosphere EA 1: Optimize Energy Performance
Materials and Resources MR 1.3: Building Reuse - Maintain
Interior
MR 2.1 and 2.2: Construction waste
Management- Divert from Disposal
MR 3.1 and 3.2: Resource Reuse
MR 4.1 and 4.2: Recycled Content
MR 5.1 and 5.2: Regional Materials
-Extracted, Processed and Manu-
fractured Regionally
MR 6: Renewable Materials
Indoor Environment
EQ 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4: Low-
Quality
Emitting Materials
EQ 8.1 and 8.2: Daylight and views
Sustainability 25
Example for product compliance with LEED
Products/ Programs that may assist in Qualifying or Credit LEED - NC V2-PRODUCT COMPLIANCE DATA SHEET / MARS ClimaPlus
Ceiling panels with high light reflectance(LR) can reduce the number the Proj. No: S08087 Employer: Request No.
number of light fixtures needed, curbing energy consumption. Princess Noura Bint Abdulrahman Ministry of Finance - KSA M/SO/000 RO
University for Women
Cast-minereal-fiber panels are baked solid in molds for abuse resistance and Date
through color to resist abrasion and mask scrapes. 05/04/2010
Engineer Contractor
USG offers a nationwide recycling program that can take back approved
mineral-fiber panels, reducing impact on landfills.
Panels may contain synthetic mineral fiber converted from slag, a by product Credit Topic [YES] [NO]
of steel making. Metal ceilings and components may include recycled
aluminum. Is this product concerned by LEED Certification process? X
Panels may contain paper recovered from both pre-consumer and post- Is this product complied with LEED requirements in tender specifications? X
conumer use. If no, explain why:
MRc4 Recycled Content
See the Sustainability section of USG's Ceiling System 2007/2008 (SC 2000).
Does this product contain Recycled Content? X
If yes, what percentage of the following
Post-consumer (%) 0%
Pre-consumer (%) 76%
Panels may contain corn and wheat-strach binders, renewable alternatives to
traditional petroleum-based binders. MRc5 Recycled Materials
Does this product come from within 500miles of Riyadh X
All USG products are low-VOC emmitters and many panels emit no If yes, please provide of the following
formaldehyde or only a very low amount.
Point of final assembly (add location map): Cloquet, Minnisota, USA thru Dammam, KSA
Distance to project site (air miles):
Ceiling panels with high light reflectance(LR) can improve the quality and
quantity of natural light by enhancing indirect lighting. Point of extraction, harvest or recovery (add location map):
Distance to project site (air miles):
MRc7 Certified wood
Is this product made from wood that has been certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FS)? X
% ( Weight, volume or cost) of FSC wood
EQc 4.1-1.4 Low-Emitting Materials
Does this Product meet the LEED criteria for Low-Emitting Materials? X
For adhesives, sealants, paints & coatings, what is the VOC content (g/L)?
For carpet systems, do they compky with the CRI Green Label Plus testing program?
For composite wood & agrifiber products, is there any added urea-formaldehyde?
Notes
1. MRc4. MRc5 & MRc7 only apply to CSI Division 02 to 10
2. Refer to General Note (Tender Package colume 2) to see the buildings concerned by
the LEED process
3. Please provide all necessary back - up for all of the information given above
4. Refer to LEED NC v2.2 3rd Edition for additional information
5. Electronic format is preferred
OI-PN-043 LC ind B
26 Antibacterial Performance
Mold has become a significant
concern due to today's fact-track
scheduling, which can allow high levels
of moisture to become trapped in a
structure during construction.
• USG helps architects and specifiers
to eliminate the issue of mold and
microbial growth by offering ceiling
panels with ClimaPlus Superior
Performance, which provides
guaranteed resistance against sagging,
mold and mildew growth, subject to
use under normal conditions.
• Face and back surfaces of these
ceiling panels feature a patented
antimicrobial treatment that provides
broad-spectum control for mold,
mildew and fungi over the warranty
period tested in accordance with
ASTM D3273 and evaluated per ASTM
D3274.
Taiga II Hygiene
• Noise Reduction coefficient (NRC) : 15%
• Ceiling Attenuation Class (CAC): 35 - 39 dB
• Light Reflectance ( LRC): 85 %
Water Resistance Ceiling Tiles 27
"Water Shield"
In its continuous improvement, USGME offers
an invention in mineral fiber
ceiling tiles.
Normally, the ceiling tiles have a tendency to stain when in contact
with water due to condensation on pipes and duct work
above the ceiling.
The condensate can drip into the backside of the ceiling tiles and
migrate to the visible side of the tile.
The water droplets can leach tannin from recycled materials and
other cellulosic based materials and staining agent from the
paint surface of the tile.
USG’s new invention provides an economical solution to minimize
water stains at the visible face of the panel.
This invention creates a barrier to water droplets at the backside of
the panel allowing the droplet to evaporated before
it can migrate through the panel.
This treatment provides a Water Shield to mineral fiber tiles
in a practical and cost effective way.
28 Clean Room ClimaPlus Clean Room ClimaPlus 29

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling • Sterile rooms
• System sealed edges, embossed vinyl laminated face and sealed back • Healthcare
• Food/ beverage processing
Features and Benefits • Laboratories
• Cleanroom classified, Federal Spec. 209 E class 100 • Office computer rooms
• Anti-microbial, washable • Operating rooms
• Air filtration resistant
Warranty •Panels meet USDA/FSIS requirements for food processing areas
10 year panel or 30 year system warranty • High humidity resistant
Classification • Easy to install
ASTM E 1264 classification, type X, Pattern
G,I and C, G, I.

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is Clean Room FC+CP SQ 600 x 600 x 15 ME 56099 0.15 35 79% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ 56099
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic Clean Room FC+CP SQ 1200 x 600 x 15 ME 56091 0.15 35 79% White A, B1
48’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ 56091‘
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
top coat paints. Material safety data sheet Clean Room Perforated FC+CP SQ 600 x 600 x 15 ME 56060 0.55 35 79% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ 56060
available on request.
Clean Room Perforated FC+CP SQ 1200 x 600 x 15 ME 56090 0.55 35 79% White A, B1
Fire Reaction 48’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ 56090
BS 476 pt 6/7 Class 1/0 *Type: CP: ClimaPlus , FC: Firecode

ASTM E84, Class A

Flame spread: 25
G
Smoke developed:45

Fire Resistance
Firecode
BS 476 Pt 21/23
120 min. protection to steel beams and
timber floor.
ASTM E-119 UL labelled

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 40° C (Climaplus)
without visible sag and with no delamination

Thermal Resistance
R 1.6
Weight
5.4 kg/m²

Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum, or
a damp sponge

Clean Room/DONN DX24

30 Glacier Glacier 31

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with heavy textured cast panels • Education
• Libraries
Features and Benefits
• Hotels
• Naturally textured cast mineral fiber panels, adds life to suspended ceiling
• Leisure
• Aluminium foil or paper backing acts as a sound barrier and resists air filtration for
• Office
cleaner panels
• Retail
• Heavy texture, ideal for critical lighting applications
• Restaurants / Food Courts
Classification • High range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics
ASTM E 1264 classification, type III, Form 4, • Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Pattern F • Extensive color selection with DONN Suspension System for multiple design options

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
Glacier FC FL 600 x 600 x 19 ME 716 0.65 35 - 45 70% White H, J
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ 716
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
Glacier FC SL 600 x600 x 19 ME 715 0.65 35 - 45 70% White G
top coat paints. Manufactured in cast mineral 24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ 715
fiber technology. Material safety data sheet
Glacier R SL 600 x 600 x 19 ME 707 0.65 35 - 45 70% White G
available on request. 24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ 707

R FL 60 x 600 x 19 ME 708 0.65 35 - 45 70% White H, J

Fire Reaction Glacier
24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ 708
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0
*Type: FC: Firecode, R: Regular
ASTM E84, Class A
G
Flame spread: 25 SL/
G DX24
Smoke developed: 15

Fire Resistance
Regular;
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
BS 476 Pt 23
αS
0.51 0.31 0.49 0.92 1.05 0.98
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.
Firecode
BS 476 Pt 21/23; 120 min. protection to steel
beams and timber floor.

Thermal Resistance
R 1.7 (Regular) | R 1.2 (Firecode)

Weight
7.3 kg/m2 (Firecode) | 7.1 kg/m2 (Regular)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Scrubbability
High scratch resistance, durable and cleanable
surface.

Glacier/ DONN Fineline

32 Mars ClimaPlus Mars ClimaPlus 33

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with smooth monolithic texture • Corridors
• Executive Office
Features and Benefits • Lobby areas
• Offer newly installed look for years to come • Retail
• Industry’s highest light reflectancy LR 0.89 is part of indirect lighting
• Excellent noise reduction with NRC 0.70
• Climaplus lifetime system warranty to withstand high humid conditions up to 40°C
Warranty and 95% relative humidity when used with Donn brand suspension system
10 year panel or 30 year system warranty

Classification
ASTM E 1264 classification type IV, Forms 1
&2, Pattern E,G
Mars ClimaPlus CP SQ 600 x 600 x 19 ME 86185 0.70 35 - 45 89% White A, B1
Composition 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ 86185

Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Mars ClimaPlus CP SQ 600 x1200 x 19 ME 88185 0.70 35 - 45 89% White A, B1
24’’ x 48’’ x3/4‘‘ 88185
Tile is a patented process blend of NC
mineral fiber, inorganic fillers and specialty Mars ClimaPlus CP SLT 600 x 600 x 19 ME 86785 0.70 35 - 45 89% White E
24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ 86785
hydrophobic organic binders. Pre-finished
with primer fiber glass facing and top coat Mars ClimaPlus CP FLB 600 x 600 x 19 ME 86985 0.70 35 - 45 89% White H, J ,L
24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ 86985
paints. Manufactured in X-Technology Mineral
*Type: CP: ClimaPlus
Fiber. Material safety data sheet available on
request. Climaplus Antimicrobical Treatment: provides dual inhibition of mold/mildew and odor/stain-causing bacteria.
Inhibits or retards the growth of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Fire Reaction
L
ASTM E84, Class A FLB/
Flame spread: 25 MERIDIAN
G
Smoke developed:25

Fire Resistance
BS 476 Pt 23 Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber αS 0.67 0.39 0.67 0.97 1.02 1.04
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 95% RH / 40° C

Thermal Resistance
R 2.2

Weight
4.7 kg/m²

Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum

Scrubbability
High scratch resistance, durable and
cleanable surface

Mars/DONN DX24
34 Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus Radar Ceramic ClimaPlus 35

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with ceramified mineral panels • Parking garages
• Extrior soffits
Features and Benefits
• Pools and shower areas
• Ceramic bonded mineral fiber
• Saunas and steam rooms
• Construction inert, and non combustible. Tested in live steam temperatures up to
135°C such as saunas and steam rooms
• Ultra high humidity resistant
• Ensures Durability in standard or extreme environmental conditions
Warranty
• High sound attenuation, for room to room privacy
10 year panel or 30 year system warranty
• Install with DX ZXA corrosion-resistant grid system
Classification
ASTM E 1264 classification, type XX, Pattern
C,E,G

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic 12

organic binders. Pre-finished wih primer and

top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted,
ceramic bonded mineral fiber technology.
Material safety data sheet available on
request. G

Fire Reaction
BS 476 Pt 4
ASTM E84, Class A
Flame spread: 0 αS
Smoke developed:0

Fire Resistance
BS 476 Pt 21/23
120min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.
UL labelled when tested to ASTM E119
(U.L.263)

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 100% RH / 40° C

Thermal Resistance
R 1.3

Weight:
7.8 kg/m2

Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or damp
sponge.

Radar Ceramic/DONN DX24

36 Sandrift ClimaPlus Sandrift ClimaPlus 37

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine textured cast panels. • Education
• Restaurants / Food Courts
Features and Benefits
• Hotels
• Unique embossed texture replicates the natural beauty of drifting snow, ideal for
• Leisure
use with uplighting or strong side lighting to accentuate the textured design
• Executive Office
• High sound absorption, for effective reduction of unwanted noise
• Retail
• High Range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Warranty • Aluminium foil or paper backing acts as a sound barrier and resists air filtration for
10 year panel or 30 year system warranty cleaner panels

Classification
ASTM E 1264 classification, type III,Form 4,
Pattern Z.
Composition Sandrift CP, FC SL 600 x 600 x 19 ME 808 0.70 38 - 48 83% White E
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ 808
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber Sandrift CP, FC FL 600 x 600 x 19 ME 809 0.70 38 - 48 83% White H, J
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ 809
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and *Type : FC: Firecode, CP: ClimaPlus.

top coat paints. Manufactured in cast mineral CLIMAPLUS Antimicrobial Treatment: provides dual inhibition of mold/mildew and odor/stain-causing bacteria.
Inhibits or retards the growth of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
fiber technology. Material safety data sheet
available on request.

Fire Reaction G

BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 | ASTM E84, Class A

Flame spread: 25 | Smoke developed: 15
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Fire Resistance
Regular | BS 476 Pt 23 α
S 0.39 0.31 0.59 1.03 1.00 1.00

30 min. protection to steel beams and timber

floor.
Firecode
BS 476 Pt 21/23
120 min. Protection to steel beams and
timber floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 40° C
Thermal Resistance
R 1.6 (Class A) - R 1.2 (Firecode)

Weight
7.6 kg/m2 (ClimaPlus) | 7.8 kg/m2 (Firecode)

Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.
Scrubbability
High scratch resistance, durable and
cleanable surface.

Sandrift/DONN DX24
38 Sonata ClimaPlus Ceiling Panels Sonata ClimaPlus Ceiling Panels 39

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with smooth monolithic texture. • Corridors
• Executive Office
Features and benefits • Lobby areas
• Fine, monolithic texture Industry’s highest light reflectancy LR 0.89 is part of • Retail
indirect lighing. • Healthcare
• High scratch resistance, durable and cleanable surface
• Excellent noise reduction with NRC 0.75
Warranty • ClimaPlus lifetime sysytem warranty to withstand high humid conditions up to
10 year panel or 30 year system warranty 40°C and 95°C relative humidity when used with Donn brand suspension system
• ClimaPlus type with antimicrobial treatment is suitable for healthcare application
Classification
ASTM E 1264 classification, type IV, Forms 2
& Pattern E,G

Composition
Sonata ClimaPlus CP SQ 600 x 600 x 19 SC 669 0.75 35 - 45 89% White A, B1
Contains recycled material, no asbestos.
Tile is a patented process blend of NC
Sonata ClimaPlus CP SLT 600 x 600 x 19 SCR 669 0.75 35 - 45 89% White E
mineral fiber inorganic fillers and specialty 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘ SCR 229
hydrophobic organic binders. Pre-finished wih
Sonata ClimaPlus CP FL 600 x 600 x 19 SCRF 669 0.75 35 - 45 89% White H, J
primer fiber glass facing and top coat paints. 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘ SCRF 229
Manufactured in water felted, mineral fiber
*Type: CP: ClimaPlus
technology.
Material safety data sheet available on CLIMAPLUS Antimicrobical Treatment: provides dual inhibition of mold/mildew and odor/stain-causing bacteria.
Inhibits or retards the growth of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
request.

Fire Reaction
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 G
ASTM E84, Class A
Flame spread: 25 Class C**
Smoke developed:50
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000
Fire Resistance αS 0.35 0.4 0.65 0.95 1.00 αw: 0.6
BS 476 Pt 23 **Calculated to EN 11654:1997

30 min. protection to steel beams and timber • Available in "WATER SHIELD" application.
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 95% RH / 40° C

Thermal Resistance
R 1.7
Weight
4.7 kg/m2
Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum

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40 Taiga II Hygiene™ Taiga II Hygiene™ 41

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with plain finish panels • Healthcare
• Hospitals
Features and Benefits • Clinics / Laboratories
• Low sound absorption, ideal where increased room reverberation is desired • Schools
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • General Offices
• High light reflectance performance • Municipal buildings
• High humidity resistant in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent
Classification heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program
ASTM E 1264 classification, type III, Form 2, • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
Pattern G • Easy to trim and install
Composition • Anti-microbial and anti-fungus protection: resistant to mold and mildew.
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is Panels are suitable for healthcare application.
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
organic binders. Pre-finished wih primer and
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted,
ceramic bonded mineral fiber technology.
Material safety data sheet available on
request. Taiga II Hygeine R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 NA 4107M-ME 0.15 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ NA 4107IM
Fire Reaction
Taiga II Hygiene R SLT 600 x 600 x 15 NB 4107M- ME 0.15 35 - 39 85% White E
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ NB 4107 IM
ASTM E84, Class A 600 x 600 x 15 NC 4107M-ME 0.15 35 - 39 85% White H, J
Taiga II Hygiene R FL
Flame spread: 25 | Smoke developed: 15 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ NC 4107IM

Fire Resistance
Regular | BS 476 Pt 23 G

30 min.protection to steel beams and timber

Class E
floor.
Humidity Resistance Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Maximum 90% RH / 32° C (ClimaPlus)
αS 0.35 0.25 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.45 αw = 0.15
Thermal Resistance
R 0.37 m² °C/W - 1.6 • Available in "WATER SHIELD" application.

Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular 15 mm)
4.50 kg/m2 (Regular 19 mm)
Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Microbe Shield
Complies with ASTM D 3273 which is the
standard test method for Resistance to Growth
of Mold on the surface of interior coatings in
an Environmental Chamber. Test certification is
available on request.

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42 Olympia II Olympia II 43

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine sand textured panels • Education
• Healthcare / Laboratories
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Maximum economy and design simplicity • Leisure
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • Administrative Office
• High humidity resistant in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent • Retail / Corridors
heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program
Classification • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2, • Easy to trim and install
Pattern C,E. • High light reflectance performance

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and Olympia II R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 OLS 665N 0.15 35 - 39 89% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OLS 225N
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data Olympia II R SLT 600 x 600 x 15 OLSR 665N 0.15 35 - 39 89% White E
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OLSR 225N
sheet available on request.
Olympia II R ILT 600 x 600 x 15 OLSRI 665N 0.15 35 - 39 89% White B1, E
Fire Reaction 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OLSRI 225N

BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 | ASTM E84, Class A Olympia II R FL 600 x 600 x 15 OLSRF 665N 0.15 35 - 39 89% White H, J
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OLSRF 225N
Flame spread: 25 | Smoke developed: 10
600 x 1200 x 15 OLC 625N 0.15 35 - 39 89% White A, B1
Olympia II - ClimaPlus CP SQ
Fire resistance 24’’ x 48’’ x 5/8’’ OLC 245N
Regular, BS 476 Pt 23 600 x 600 x 15 OLX 665N 0.15 35 - 39 89% White A, B1
Olympia II - Firechief FC SQ
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OLX 225N
* Type: R: Regular, CP: ClimaPlus, FC: Firecode.
floor.
Firecode
G
BS 476 Pt 21/23
120 min. protection to steel beams and
Class E
timber floor.

Humidity Resistance Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000

Maximum 90% RH / 32°C (ClimaPlus) αS 0.35 0.25 0.15 0.15 0.20 0.30 αw = 0.2

Thermal Resistance • Available in "WATER SHIELD" application.

R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4 for 15mm
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7 for 19mm

Weight
4.10 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimaPlus 15mm)
5.20 kg/m2 (Firecode 15mm)
4.60 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimaPlus 19mm)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Olympia II/DONN DX15

44 Olympia II Micro Perforated Olympia II Micro Perforated 45
This product is a unique combination between high sag resistance, sound absorption and light reflectance performance.

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with micro perforated fine sand textured • Education
panels • Healthcare
• Hotels
Features and Benefits
• Leisure
• High range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics with excellent
• Office
noise reduction at 0.6
• Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
• Restaurants
• High humidity resistance in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent
Classification heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program
• Reception and Lobby Area
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2, • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
Pattern C,E. • Durable fully painted and sealed rebated edge options, ideal for frequently
Composition accessed ceiling
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is •High light reflectance performance
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, •(0.89) and enhance indirect lighting of space
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic •Easy to trim and install
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data
sheet available on request.
Fire Reaction OLPS 665N
Olympia II Micro R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 0.60 35 - 39 89% White A, B1
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OLPS 225N
ASTM E84, Class A 600 x600 x 19 OLPS 669N 0.60 35 - 39 White
Olympia II Micro R SQ 89% A, B1
Flame spread: 25 24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ OLPS 229N
Smoke developed: 10 600 x 600 x 15 OLPSR 665N 0.60 35 - 39 89% White E
Olympia II Micro R SLT
Fire Resistance: 24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ OLPSR 225N

Regular Olympia II Micro R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 OLPSR 669N 0.60 35 - 39 89% White E
24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ OLPSR 229N
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min.protection to steel beams and timber Olympia II Micro-ClimaPlus CP SQ 600 x 600 x 15 OLPC 665N 0.60 35 - 39 89% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ OLPC 225N
floor.
Olympia II Micro-ClimaPlus CP SLT 600 x 600 x 15 OLPCR 665N 0.60 35 - 39 89% White E
Humidity Resistance 24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ OLPCR 225N
Maximum 70% RH | 32°C (Regular)
Olympia II Micro-ClimaPlus CP SLT 600 x 1200 x 15 OLPCR 625N 0.60 35 - 39 89% White E
Maximum 90% RH | 32°C (ClimaPlus) 24’’ x 48‘‘ x5/8‘‘ OLPCR 245N
Maximum 90% RH | 32°C (Firecode)
Olympia II Micro-ClimaPlus CP FL 600 x 600 x 15 OLPCRF 665N 0.60 35 - 39 89% White H, J, L
Thermal Resistance 24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ OLPCRF 225N

R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4 (5/8'' panels) *Type : R: Regular, CP: ClimaPlus

0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7 (3/4'' panels) L

FLB/
MERIDIAN
Weight G

4.10 kg/m (Regular / ClimaPlus) for 15mm

2
Class C for 15mm
panel; 4.60 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimPlus) for
19mm panel Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000

Maintenance αS ClimaPlus 15mm 0.35 0.45 0.70 0.70 0.55 0.50 αw= 0.6
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.
• Available in "WATER SHIELD" application.

Olympia II Micro Perforated/DONN Fineline

46 Perforated Perforated 47

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with pin perforted panels. • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Mid range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics • Leisure
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • Office
• Maximum economy and design simplicity • Retail
• Easy to trim and install
Classification
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2,
Pattern C,E.

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, Perforated R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 PS 665 0.45 35 - 39 84% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ PS 225
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
R SQ 600 x 600 x 19 PS 669 0.60 35 - 39 84% White A, B1
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and Perforated
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ PS 229
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
Perforated R SLT 600 x 600 x 15 PSR 665 0.45 35 - 39 84% White E
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ PSR 225
sheet available on request. *Type: R: Regular

Fire Reaction
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 G
ASTM E84, Class A
Flame spread: 25 Class D
Smoke developed: 15
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Fire resistance
αS Regular 15mm 0.35 0.40 0.40 0.55 0.55 0.55 αw = 0.5
Regular
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32 °C

Thermal Resistance
R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4

Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular) for 15mm panel

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Perforted/DONN DX24
48 Plain Plain 49

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with plain finish panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Low sound absorption, ideal where increased room reverberation is desired • Leisure
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • Office
• High humidity resistant in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent • Retail
heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program
Classification • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2, • Easy to trim and install
Pattern C,E. • High light reflectance performance

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
Plain R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 BS 665 0.15 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and BS 225
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
Plain R SLT 600 x 600 x 15 BSR 665 0.15 35 - 39 85% White E
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ BSR 225
sheet available on request.
Plain R ILT 600 x 600 x 15 BSRI 665 0.15 35 - 39 85% White E
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ BSRI 225
Fire Reaction
FL 600 x 600 x 15 BSRF 665 0.15 35 - 39 85% White H, J
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 Plain R
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ BSRF 225
ASTM E84, Class A *Type: R: Regular
Flame spread: 25
Smoke developed: 15 G

Fire resistance
Class E
Regular
BS 476 Pt 23
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
αS 0.35 0.25 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.45 αw = 0.15
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32 °C (ClimaPlus)

Thermal Resistance
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.6

Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimaPlus 15mm)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

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50 Sonatone White Sparta Sonatone White Sparta 51

Plain White
Description
Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with smooth and textured laminated panels
• Education
Features and Benefits • Healthcare / Laboratories
• Durable laminated construction • Hotels
• High light reflectance, to improve lighting efficiency. Lightweight for easy handling • Leisure
Star Plus • Ultra high humidity resistant and sag resistance • Office
• Scrub resistant. Dirt marks are easy to remove. • Retail
Classification • Scuff and scratch resistant, for longer life
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type XII, Form 1, • Easy to trim and install
Pattern E.

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
Plain White R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 LPW 665 0.20 35 84% White A, B1
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ LPW 225
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
Plain White R SQ 600 x600 x 19 LPW 669 0.20 35 84% White A, B1
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and 24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ LPW 229
PVC facing. Manufactured in water felted
Star Plus R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 LSP 665 0.20 35 84% White A, B1
mineral fiber technology.Material safety data 24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ LSP 225
sheet available on request LSP 669
Star Plus R SQ 600 x 600 x 19 0.20 35 84% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ LSP 229
Humidity Resistance
*Type: R: Regular. Note: Other thicknesses available on request.
Maximum 95% RH / 32 °C

Thermal Resistance
G
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 2.2

Weight
3.5 kg/m2 for 15mm panel, regular quality.
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Maintenance: αS
0.30 0.25 0.15 0.15 0.25 0.35
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum, or
a damp sponge.

Sonatone/DONN DX24
52 Cross Fissured Cross Fissured 53

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with directional fissured panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Mass Merchandisers
• Maximum economy and design simplicity • Convenience Stores
• Mid range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics • Administrative Office
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • Retail / Corridors
• Easy to trim and install
Classification
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2,
Pattern C,D.
Composition Cross Fissured R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 CFS 665 0.50 35 - 39 82% White A, B1
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ CFS 225

a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, Cross Fissured R SLT 600 x 600 x 15 CFSR 665 0.50 35 - 39 82% White E
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8‘‘ CFSR 225

organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and Cross Fissured - Climaplus CP SQ 600 x 600 x 15 CFC 665 0.50 35 - 39 82% White A, B1
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted 24’’ x 24’’ x5/8‘‘ CFC 225

mineral fiber technology. Material safety data Cross Fissured - Climaplus CP SQ 600 x 1200 x 15 CFC 625 0.50 35 - 39 82% White A, B1
24’’ x 48’’ x5/8‘‘ CFC 245
sheet available on request.
Cross Fissured - Climaplus CP SQ 600 x 600 x 19 CFC 669 0.60 35 - 39 82% White A, B1
Fire Reaction 24’’ x 24’’ x3/4‘‘ CFC 229
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 | ASTM E84, Class A 600 x 600 x 19
Cross Fissured - Climaplus CP SLT CFCR 669 0.60 35 - 39 82% White E
Flame spread: 25 | Smoke developed: 10 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘
CFCR 229
Fire resistance Cross Fissured - Firechief FC SQ
600 x 600 x 15 CFX 665 0.50 35 - 39 82% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8‘‘ CFX225
Regular | BS 476 Pt 23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber Cross Fissured - Firechief FC
600 x 600 x 19 CFX 669 0.60 35 - 39 82% White A, B1
SQ CFX 229
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘
floor.
*Type : R: Regular, CP: ClimaPlus, FC: Firecode.
Firecode
BS 476 Pt 21/23
120 min. protection to steel beams and G
timber floor. Class C for 19mm
Class D for 15mm
Humidity Resistance
Maximum 70% RH / 32°C (Regular) Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C (ClimaPlus) αS Regular 15 mm 0.30 0.35 0.35 0.45 0.55 0.70 αw= 0.45

Thermal Resistance αS Firecode 15 mm 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.40 0.55 0.65 αw= 0.4

R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4 (Regular / ClimaPlus ) αS Regular 19 mm 0.45 0.40 0.50 0.70 0.70 0.60 αw= 0.6

R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.6 (Firecode)

Weight
3.50 kg/m2(Regular / ClimaPlus 15mm),
5.00 kg/m2(Firecode 15mm) | 4.50 kg/m2
(Regular / ClimaPlus 19mm) | 6.10 kg/m2
(Firecode 19mm)
Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Cross Fissured/DONN DX24

54 Favia Favia 55

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional fissured panel • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Mid sound absorption, for effective reduction of unwanted noise • Leisure
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • Administrative Office
• High humidity resistant in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent • Retail / Corridors
heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program • Mass Merchandisers
• Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property • Stores
Classification
• Durable fully painted and sealed rebated edge options, ideal for frequently
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2,
accessed ceilings
Pattern C,D,E.
• Easy to trim and install
Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
Favia R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 FNS 665 0.40 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ FNS 225
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data Favia R SLT 600 x 600 x 15 FNSR 665 0.40 35 - 39 85% White E
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ FNSR 225
sheet available on request.
*Type: R: Regular
Fire Reaction **All items are available in 15mm(5/8’’) only.

BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0

ASTM E84, Class A G
Flame spread: 25
Class D
Smoke developed: 15

Fire resistance Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000

Regular αS Regular 0.30 0.35 0.35 0.45 0.55 0.70 αw = 0.4
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C

Thermal Resistance
R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4

Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular 15mm)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Favia/DONN DX24
56 Favia Acoustic Favia Acoustic 57

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional fissured panel • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Mid to high sound absorption, for effective reduction of unwanted noise • Stores
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction • Administrative Office
• High humidity resistant in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent • Retail / Mass Merchandisers
heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program
Classification • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2, • Durable fully painted and sealed rebated edge options, ideal for frequently
Pattern C,D,E. accessed ceilings
•Easy to trim and install
Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
Favia Acoustic R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 FAS 665 0.50 35 - 39 75% White A, B1
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ FAS 225
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data FAS 669 75%
Favia Acoustic R SQ 600 x 600 x 19 0.60 35 - 39 White A, B1
sheet available on request. 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ FAS 229

FASR 665 0.50 35 - 39 75 % White E

Fire Reaction Favia Acoustic R SLT 600 x 600 x 15
FASR 225
24’’ x 24’’ x 5 / 8’’
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0
Favia Acoustic- ClimaPlus CP SQ 600 x 600 x 19 FAC 669 0.60 35 - 39 75 % White A, B1
ASTM E84, Class A 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ FAC 229
Flame spread: 25 600 x 600 x 15
Favia Acoustic- ClimaPlus CP ILT FACRI 665 0.50 35 - 39 75 % White B1, E
Smoke developed: 15 24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ FACRI 225

600 x 600 x 19
Fire resistance Favia Acoustic- ClimaPlus CP ILT
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’
FACRI 669 0.60 35 - 39 75 % White B1, E
FACRI 229
Regular *Type: R: Regular, CP: ClimaPlus
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber G
floor.
Class D for 15mm
Class C for 19mm
Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Thermal Resistance αS 15mm 0.40 0.35 0.43 0.55 0.70 0.75 αw = 0.5
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7 for 19mm αS 19mm 0.34 0.40 0.50 0.65 0.80 0.90 αw = 0.6
R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4 for 15mm

Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimaPlus 15mm)
4.50 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimaPlus 19mm)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Favia Acoustic/DONN DX24

58 Radar Radar 59

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional fissured panel • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits
• Hotels
• 360 ° non directional pattern with a fresh, clean appearance offers fast,
• Leisure
economical installation
• Office
• Mid range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics
• Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
• Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
Classification
• Easy to trim and install
ASTM E 1264 classification, type III, Form 2,
Pattern C, D, E

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
organic binders. Pre-finished wih primer and
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted,
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data
sheet available on request.

Fire Reaction
BS 476 pt 6/7 Class 1/0 | ASTM E84, Class A
Flame spread: 25 | Smoke developed: 15

Fire Resistance
Regular | BS 476 Pt 23 600 x 1200 x 15
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber 24"x 48"x 5/8"

floor. 600 x 600 x 15

24"x 24"x 5/8"
Firecode
600 x 600 x 19
BS 476 Pt 21/23 | 120 min. protection to 24"x 24"x 3/4"
steel beams and timber floor.
600 x 600 x 15
24"x 24"x 5/8"
Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32 °C

Thermal Resistance Firechief FC 600 x 1200 x 15 RDX 625

24"x 48"x 5/8" RDX 245
R 0.37 m² °C/W - R 1.7 (Firecode
19mm-15mm) | R 0.33 m² °C/W -R 1.4
(Regular / ClimaPlus 15mm)
G
Weight
3.50 kg/m (Regular/ClimaPlus) for 15mm
2

panel | 5.00 kg/m2 (Firecode) for 15mm

panel | 4.50 kg/m2 (Regular/ClimaPlus) for
19mm panel αS αw = 0.5
αS αw = 0.6
Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum

Radar/DONN DX24
60 Rocktone Rocktone 61

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional fissured panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• 360° non directional pattern with a fresh, clean appearance offers fast, economical • Leisure
installation • Office
• Mid range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics • Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Classification • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
ASTM E 1264 classification, type III, Form 2, • Easy to trim and install
Pattern C,D,E

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
organic binders. Pre-finished wih primer and Rocktone R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 RS 665 0.50 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ RS 225
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted,
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data Type: R: Regular
sheet available on request.
G
Fire Reaction
BS 476 pt 6/7 Class 1/0
ASTM E84, Class A
Flame spread: 25 Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Smoke developed:15 α S 0.40 0.35 0.40 0.55 0.70 0.75

Fire Resistance
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min.protection to steel beams and timber
floor.
Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32 °C

Thermal Resistance
R 0.33 m² °C/W - 1.4 (Regular 15mm)

Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular) for 15mm panel
Maintenance:
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum

Rocktone/DONN DX15
62 Omni Omni 63

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional fissured panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• 360° non directional pattern with a fresh, clean appearance offers fast, economical • Leisure
installation. • Office
• Mid range sound absorption, provides balance to room acoustics • Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Classification • Fire resistant system options, for life safety and protection of property
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2, • Easy to trim and install
Pattern C,D.
Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic
R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 OMS 665 0.50 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and Omni
OMS 225
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
R SQ 600 x 600 x 15 OMS 665W 0.50 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data Omni
24’’ x 24’’ x 5/8’’ OMS 225W
sheet available on request. OMX 669 0.60 35 - 39 85% White A, B1
Omni - Firechief FC SQ 600 x 600 x 19
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ OMX 229
Fire Reaction
*Type: R: Regular, FC: Firecode.
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0
Regular and Firecode panels are available in washable paint finish per ASTM D264
ASTM E84, Class A
Flame spread: 25
Smoke developed: 15 G

Fire Resistance Class D for 15mm

Regular | BS 476 Pt 23 | 30 min. protection to Class C for 19mm

steel beams and timber floor.

Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Firecode
αS Regular 15mm 0.40 0.35 0.43 0.55 0.70 0.75 αw = 0.5
BS 476 Pt 21/23 | 120 min. protection to steel
αS Firecode 19mm 0.36 0.40 0.50 0.65 0.80 0.90 αw = 0.6
beams and timber floor.
• Available in "WATER SHIELD" application.
Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C

Thermal Resistance
R 0.33 m2 °C/W – R 1.4 for (Regular /
ClimaPlus 15mm)
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7 for (Firecode 19mm)
Weight
3.50 kg/m2 (Regular / ClimaPlus 15mm)
5.00 kg/m2 (Firecode 15mm)
6.10 kg/m2 (Firecode 19mm)
Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Omni/DONN DX15
64 Chessboard Chessboard 65

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional face cut panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Shallow geometric square or linear face cuts disguise the grid for a monolithic • Leisure
appearance • Office
• Low sound absorption, ideal where increase room reverberation is desired • Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Classification • Easy to trim and install
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2,
Pattern C,D,E,K.

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 CHSR 669 0.15 35 - 39 75% White E
Chessboard
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ CHSR 229

inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic

*Type: R: Regular
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
G
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data
sheet available on request.
Class E
Fire Reaction
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000

ASTM E84, Class A αS 0.35 0.24 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.45 αw = 0.2

Flame spread: 25
Smoke developed: 15

Fire resistance
ClimaPlus
BS 476 Pt 21/23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32 °C

Thermal Resistance
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7

Weight
4.25 kg/m2 (Regular)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Chessboard/DONN DX24
66 Comet Line Comet Line 67

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine directional face cut panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Shallow geometric square or linear face cuts disguise the grid for a monolithic • Leisure
appearance • Office
• Low sound absorption, ideal where increased room reverberation is desired • Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Classification • Easy to trim and install
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2,
Pattern C,D,E,K.

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 CSR 669 0.15 35 - 39 75% White E
Comet Line
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ CSR 229

inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic

*Type: R: Regular
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
G
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data
sheet available on request.
Class E
Fire Reaction
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000

ASTM E84, Class A α S 0.35 0.24 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.45 αw = 0.2

Flame spread: 25
Smoke developed: 15

Fire resistance
Regular
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.
Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C (ClimaPlus)

Thermal Resistance
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7

Weight
4.25 kg/m2 (Regular)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Comet Line/ DONN DX24

68 Designer Squares Designer Squares 69

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with fine non-directional fissured face cut • Education
panels • Healthcare
• Hotels
Features and Benefits • Leisure
• Deep geometric square or linear face cuts disguise the grid for a monolithic • Executive Office
appearance • Retail
• Mid - high sound absorption, for effective reduction of unwanted noise
Classification • Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 2, • High humidity resistant in ClimaPlus, suitable for applications with intermittent
Pattern C,D,E,K. heating and cooling. May be installed early in the building program
• Easy to trim and install
Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber,
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic Designer Squares - Plain R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 QBSR 669 0.15 35 - 39 88% White E
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ QBSR 229

top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted Designer Squares -36 Plain R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 QBSR 669 (36/15) 0.15 35 - 39 88% White E
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘ QBSR 229 (36/15)

sheet available on request. Designer Squares - 81 Plain R FL 600 x 600 x 19 QBSRF 669 (81/5) 0.15 35 - 39 85% White H, J
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘ QBSRF 229 (81/5)
Fire Reaction QFNSR 669
R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 0.60 35 - 39 83% White E
BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0 Designer Squares - Favia QFNSR 229
24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘
ASTM E84, Class A QPSR 669
Designer Squares - Perforated R SLT 600 x 600 x 19 0.60 35 - 39 83% White E
Flame spread: 25 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4‘‘ QPSR 229

Smoke developed: 15 *Type : R: Regular

Fire resistance
G
Regular
BS 476 Pt 23 Class C for Perforted
Class E for Plain
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
Humidity Resistance αS Plain 0.34 0.25 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.45 αw= 0.15
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C αS Perforted 0.35 0.40 0.50 0.65 0.80 0.90 αw= 0.6

Thermal Resistance
R 0.33 m2 °C/W

Weight
4.25 kg/m2 (Regular 19mm)

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Designer Squares I/DONN DX15

70 Pedestals I Pedestals I 71

Description Applications
• Accessible acoustical ceiling system with plain textured stepped face cut panels • Education
• Healthcare
Features and Benefits • Hotels
• Triple stepped face cuts adds depth and proportion to the ceiling • Leisure
• Pedestals I, the look of 600 x 600 mm tiles • Office
• Contemporary non perforated plain texture • Retail
• Mid range sound attenuation, ideal for general commercial construction
Classification • Easy to install and cut
ASTM E 1264 classification, Type III, Form 1, • Clean look for a rich looking ceiling
Pattern E,L.

Composition
Contains recycled material, no asbestos. Tile is
a patented process blend of NC mineral fiber, DPIS669
Pedestal I Plain R ILT 600 x 600 x 19 0.15 35 - 39 85% White D
inorganic fillers and specialty hydrophobic 24’’ x 24’’ x 3/4’’ DPIS229
organic binders. Pre-finished with primer and
*Type : R: Regular
top coat paints. Manufactured in water felted
mineral fiber technology. Material safety data
G
sheet available on request.

Fire Reaction Class E

BS 476 Pt 6/7 Class 1/0
Hz 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
ASTM E84, Class A
α
S 0.33 0.24 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.45 αw= 0.15
Flame spread: 25
Smoke developed: 15

Fire resistance
Regular
BS 476 Pt 23
30 min. protection to steel beams and timber
floor.

Humidity Resistance
Maximum 90% RH / 32°C (ClimaPlus)
Thermal Resistance
R 0.37 m2 °C/W – R 1.7

Weight
4.25 kg/m2 (Regular) for 3/4" panel

Maintenance
Easily cleaned using soft brush or vacuum.

Pedestals/DONN DX15
72 USG specialty ceilings DONN® grid suspension systems 73
Innovation and quality you can build on

USG also offers a number of innovative specialty ceiling systems to USG is the world’s leading manufacturer of ceiling grid, offering the
enhance unique architectural settings. Whether you want a classic widest range of profiles on the market today. DONN® grid from USG
is compatible with all USG ceiling tiles as well as most third party
sculpted feel, the excitement and drama of a 3-dimensional design,
brands.
or just plain elegance, USG can offer you ceiling solutions to meet the
demanding and artistic requirements of contemporary
building interiors

• DONN DX® from USG is the most

widely specified grid in Middle East
the patented clip design makes it
fast and easy to install but also easy
to remove without the need for
tools.

• All USG DONN grid suspension

systems are designed and
manufactured to ensure both
structural and aesthetic integrity in
all ceiling designs. They are certified
to meet the most stringent national
standards and to comply with all
relevant building codes and norms.

• Strict quality assurance procedures

(ISO 9001 : 2008) ensure consistent
manufacturing and finished product
quality.

• USG’s extensive distribution and

sales network has been operating
for more than 25 years, supplying
technical expertise and support
to all our customers. You can rest
assured that your products will be
delivered wherever you need them,
on spec and on time.

• From the product formulation we

choose to the processes we employ,
we are committed to products
that are designed, manufactured,
distributed and used in a
sustainable way to minimize overall
environmental impact.
74 Installing a DONN® grid system
Step 1
Measuring and planning are key first steps in the
installation process.
Measurement and placement of the tees will be on centre
(o.c.), meaning from the centre of one to the centre of
Step 4
the next. Planning starts with a drawing of the room
Step 2
➍ that shows all walls, including bays, alcoves beams and
stairwells. Note which direction the joists (if any) are
running, or if architectural drawings necessitate working
in one direction or another. Determine the lines for main
runners and cross tees in such a way that the tiles that
about the wall are at least half a tile (300mm).
 ➊ Step 4
➊ Main tee
3600/3660mm
➋ ➋ Cross Tee
➌
1200/1220mm
➌ Cross Tee
Steps 5/6 600/610mm
Step 2
➊ Main Tee 3600/3660mm ➋ Cross Tee 1200/1220mm ➌ Cross Tee 600/610mm ➍ Hanger Mark the desired ceiling height (maintaining at
least 70mm clearance below the lowest duct, pipe
or beam.)
The appearance of a suspended acoustical ceiling is dependent both on the Measure and mark the walls at all corners above the
installation level (= add the height of the wall angle to
materials used and on the quality of the installation. USG manufactures com-
the desired ceiling height.) Snap a chalk line and test for
ponents to meet BS8290 & BS EN 13964, assuring that the material, structural
level. Measuring down from joists or up from the floor is
and quality standards are as prescribed. Installation must meet BS8290, assur- not recommended, since neither may be level. Install wall
ing proper level and secure attachment as prescribed.Good construction condi- angle with top edge of angle at the chalk line, spacing
tions are very important when successfully installing a suspended ceiling. It is appropriate fixings 450mm o.c. or closer. Cut and mitre
recommended that the temperature and humidity range be 14 – 25°C and max. outside and inside angles at 45°, fitting them snugly
75% relative humidity. Store materials in a protected area, store tiles on the job together. Alternatively, simply butt angles at corner (as in
at least 3 days prior to installation. system illustration).
ma
x. 4
x Hanger positions
50m
m Step 6
75
Step 3
To confirm level, stretch a string until taut along
the positions which the main tee will occupy.
Inserting a nail between the wall and the wall angle
at marked locations serves as a good anchor for this
purpose. Stretch another string across the room where the
first row of cross tees will be located. This identifies where
the first prepunched slots need to fall. Check to be sure
the cross tee string is at 90° to the main tee string via the
3-4-5 method. Install the hangers at 1200mm o.c. above Step 7
the lines of the main runners. Fix to the structure above Removal as easy as installation.
using appropriate plugs, screws or other devices. Just grasp the main tee with one thumb under the main
tee-cross tee connection and, pushing up with the thumb,
give the main tee a quick, short twist. That’s all it takes –
Attach the main runners to the hangers. no tools needed. The strong clip means that the grid can
In each row, trim the main tee so that the cross-tee slot be reinstalled straightaway with no tearing or bending of
will line up with the cross-tee string. Mount main tees, the clip.
resting the cut end of the main tee on the wall angle. The
cut end of the main runner should be about 5mm away
from the wall.
Step 8
Main tee demounting
Using a straight shearing motion, push with your left hand
Step 5 and pull with your right hand to disconnect the main
Install cross tees, assuring that they are runner splice. Note: do not twist the splice during the
adequately connected to main tees (they “click” removal procedure
in place when properly seated).
Where two cross tees intersect in the same slot, insert
second cross-tee end to the left of the first. Where a
cross-tee is installed without an opposing cross-tee, a nail
should be slipped into the opening of the cross-tee clip to
maintain the pull-out value for the cross-tee.
Other installation tips
A Cut tees with aviation snips, first the stem and then the flanges.
B Cut mineral fibre panels with utility knife and straight edge, cutting the face first. Cut panels
should be at least 15mm larger than the opening.
C To install panels around obstructions, draw their exact locations on the panels and cut out. Then
cut the panel in two parts through the largest section of the cut-out to enable fitting.
Lay in panels, beginning at one corner and D To trim for Shadowline edge, use a utility knife to cut the panel, first at the face, then from the
completing row by row. edge, to the same depth as Shadowline. If windows, stairwells, etc., extend above the ceiling plane,
Tilt each panel up through the opening and lower it to build suitable valances and attach wall angle.
rest squarely on all four tees.
76 DONN® DX24 Intermidiate Duty 77

Main Runner DX3600IM Tile edge supported

DX24 / SLT DX24 / SQ DX24 / SLB

DX 24 / Suspension DX24 / Angle section - DGA5 Long Cross Tee DX1200LM
wire - DSW2 Cross section
Main tee and cross tee connection.

Quantity
Linear meter requierd per square meter
For construction layouts use the following Short Cross Tee DX600LM
formulas to calculate linear meters (LM) per
square meter (m2) Clip to Clip Security
• Main tee Clip to Clip Connection

(1/ Main Tee centres)

eg. if MT at 1200mm centres — 1
1.2 =0.83LM/m
2
Maximum allowed weight of tiles per m2 of ceiling
• Cross tee Module
Ref. Distance (mm)
(1/ Cross Tee centres) Main runner at 1200mm Main runner at 600mm
A max. 1200
eg. if CT at 600mm centres —– 1 =1.67LM/m2
B 1200 0.60 Hanger distance (mm) 600 x 600 600 x 1200 600 x 600 600 x 1200

C max. 400 800 23.2 23.5 - -

Note: These calculations do not allow for wastage,
D 600 1000 23.2 23.5 46.5 47.6
damage or irregularities but are intended as an DX24 / revoe clip Spring clip 20248
1200 11.6 11.6 23.2 23.4 Partition head fixing using Spring clip application.
informative guideline to assist with the calculation of
1500 4.5 4.6 9.7 9.9 revoe clips with DX24.
product required for a given area ( in m2)
Note: The load per m2 must
be distributed uniformly
System characteristics: (no point loads) over the
ceiling area. After loading,
Materials • Exposed 24mm system the deflection of any grid
component will remain within
All USG suspension systems feature a body and cap made of hot-dip galvanized • The most widely used grid system in the the maximum deflection per
span as stated in BS: 8290:
steel. To ensure that the cap remains attractive and rust-free for long term, world 1991, provided the grid
layout is as presented in the
Please consult USG for other layouts, load or hanger distance.

manufacturing includes an exclusive four-step coating process that outperforms • Safe, fast and simple to install & easily sketch.

the competition in paint adhesion and corrosion resistance, as proven by accessible

Specification DONN DX24-IM Hangers: Shall be from pre straightened 2mm diameter
industry-standard salt spray tests conducted by an independant laboratory. • Maximum economy and design simplicity HDG steel wire, ref DSW2. Hangers shall be fixed through
Grid shall be DONN DX24 exposed grid system, hot dipped galvanised steel ' T '
For our extreme environments we offer our grid system, with hot-dipped •Cross-tees with override-ends resist twisting section with pre-painted capping. Table width 24mm. To suit variable module sizes, holes in stalk or bulb of main runner and wrapped around
galvanized steel body and painted aluminum cap for additional corrosion and and give professionnally finished look with no most typically 600 x 600mm and 1200 x 600mm. itself a minimum of 3 times. Alternatively, hangers can
humidity resistance. exposed steel edges Main runners: 33 x 24mm, ref DX3600IM shall be normally spaced at 1200mm centres and be formed from 25 x 25mm HDG steel angle section, ref
• Patented QUICK-RELEASE TM clip design: suspended from the structure or soffit using pre-straightened 2mm diameter HDG steel wire hang- DGA5, fixed to main runners using appropriate self drilling
ers, ref DSW2, at typically 1200mm centres. First hanger shall be no more than 450mm from the screws or nut and bolt fixings. Hangers shall be normally
Product Information demountable without tools perimeter. Main runners joined end on by means of the integral splice. Splice connections shall be spaced at 1200mm centres although alternative spacings
• Compatible with square edge and SLB edge supported within 150mm with a hanger, and shall be staggered across the ceiling area. are acceptable provided maximum loadings stated above
Nr Description Item reference
ceiling tiles are not exceeded. Hangers to be fixed to structure or sof-
Metric Imperial Cross tees: 1200mm cross tees, 25 x 24mm ref DX1200LM, shall be installed perpendicular
➊ Main Runner DX3600IM DX3660IM
• Audible Click means you know when tees between the main runners at 600mm centres to form a 1200 x 600mm module. If applicable, fit using fixings appropriate to the structure or soffit.
Long Cross Tee DX1200LM DX1220LM
are connected 600mm cross tees, 25 x 24mm ref DX600LM, shall be installed perpendicular between the 1200mm
➋ Hold down clips: Where applicable, these shall be non
➌ Short Cross Tee DX600LM DX610LM
• Exceed load compliance specifications as cross tees to form a 600 x 600mm module. All cross tees feature a ‘joggled’ end detail. removable type clips, ref VB45. These generally will only
per ASTM C 635 Perimeter trims: 22mm x 19.5mm /19 x 9 x 9 x 19mm painted HDG steel angle trim, ref be required in certain fire protecting assemblies or where
➍ Wall Angle MT3600-MS3600
• Available in metric and imperial sizes MT3600/MS3600, fixed to perimeter wall using fixings appropriate to the structure at maximum there is a risk of tile uplift. Where fitted, these should be
➎ Hanger DSW2
450mm centres. Corners shall normally be finished with a lapped or butt joint. applied to all grid members at a rate of 1 clip per 600mm
of tile edge.
78 DONN® DX24 Heavy Duty - Standard 79

Main Runner DX3600H Tile edge supported

DX24 / SLT DX24 / SQ DX24 / SLB

DX24 / Suspension DX24 / Angle section - DGA5
wire - DSW2 Cross section
Long Cross Tee DX1200H30 / DX1200LM Main tee and cross tee connection.

Quantity
Linear meter requierd per square meter Clip to Clip Security
Clip to Clip Connection
For construction layouts use the following
formulas to calculate linear meters (LM) per
square meter (m2)
• Main tee Short Cross Tee DX600H30 / DX 600LM
(1/ Main Tee centres)
1
eg. if MT at 1200mm centres — =0.83LM/m2
1.2
Ref. Distance (mm)
• Cross tee
(1/ Cross Tee centres) DX24 / revoe clip Spring clip 20248
A max. 1200
1
eg. if CT at 600mm centres —– =1.67LM/m2 Partition head fixing using Spring clip application.
B 1200 0.60 revoe clips with DX24.
C max. 400 Maximum allowed weight of tiles per m2 of ceiling
Note: These calculations do not allow for wastage,
D 600
Module
damage or irregularities but are intended as an
informative guideline to assist with the calculation of Main runner at 1200mm Main runner at 600mm

product required for a given area ( in m2) Hanger distance (mm) 600 x 600 600 x 1200 600 x 600 600 x 1200
800 23.2 23.5 - -
System characteristics: 1000 23.2 23.5 46.8 48.6
Materials • Exposed 24mm system 1200 12.3 12.4 24.6 25.2
All USG suspension systems feature a body and cap made of hot-dip galvanized • The most widely used grid system in the Perimeter trims: 22mm x 19.5mm/19 x 9 x 9 x19mm
1500 4.5 4.6 9.7 9.9
painted HDG steel angle trim, ref MT3600/MS3600, fixed
steel. To ensure that the cap remains attractive and rust-free for long term, world Note: The load per m2 must
be distributed uniformly to perimeter wall using fixings appropriate to the structure
manufacturing includes an exclusive four-step coating process that outperforms • Safe, fast and simple to install & easily (no point loads) over the
ceiling area. After loading, at maximum 450mm centres.Corners shall normally be
the competition in paint adhesion and corrosion resistance, as proven by accessible the deflection of any grid finished with a lapped or but joint.
component will remain within
industry-standard salt spray tests conducted by an independant laboratory. • Maximum economy and design simplicity the maximum deflection per
span as stated in BS: 8290: Hangers: Shall be from pre straightened 2mm diameter
For our extreme environments we offer our grid system, with hot-dipped •Cross-tees with override-ends resist twisting 1991, provided the grid Please consult USG for other layouts, load or hanger distance.
layout is as presented in the HDG steel wire, ref DSW2. Hangers shall be fixed through
galvanized steel body and painted aluminum cap for additional corrosion and and give professionnally finished look with no sketch. holes in stalk or bulb of main runner and wrapped around
humidity resistance. exposed steel edges itself a minimum of 3 times. Alternatively, hangers can
Specification DONN DX24-H
• Patented QUICK-RELEASE TM clip design: Grid shall be DONN DX24 exposed grid system, hot dipped galvanized steel ' T ' sec- be formed from 25 x 25mm HDG steel angle section, ref
Product Information demountable without tools tion with pre painted capping. Table width 24mm. To suit variable module sizes, most DGA5, fixed to main runners using appropriate self drilling
• Compatible with square edge and SLB edge typically 600 x 600mm and 1200 x 600mm. screws or nut and bolt fixings. Hangers shall be normally
Nr Description Item reference spaced at 1200mm centres although alternative spacings
Metric Imperial ceiling tiles Main runners: 38 x 24mm, ref DX3600H shall be normally spaced at 1200mm centres and
suspended from the structure or soffit using pre-straightened 2mm diameter HDG steel wire hang- are acceptable provided maximum loadings stated above
➊ Main Runner DX3600H DX3660H30 • Audible Click means you know when tees
ers, ref DSW2, at typically 1200mm centres. First hanger shall be no more than 450mm from the are not exceeded. Hangers to be fixed to structure or sof-
➋ Long Cross Tee DX1200H30 / DX1220H30 / are connected perimeter. Main runners joined end on by means of the integral splice. Splice connections shall be fit using fixings appropriate to the structure or soffit.
DX1200 LM DX 1220LM • Exceed load compliance specifications as supported within 150mm with a hanger, and shall be staggered across the ceiling area.
Hold down clips: Where applicable, these shall be non
➌ Short Cross Tee DX600H30 / DX610H30 / per ASTM C635 Cross tees: 1200mm cross tees, 38 x 24mm ref DX 1200H30 and 25 x 24mm ref DX1200LM, shall removable type clips, ref VB45. These generally will only
DX600LM DX610LM • Available in metric and imperial size be installed perpendicular between the main runners at 600 mm centres to form a 1200 x 600mm be required in certain fire protecting assemblies or where
➍ Wall Angle MT3600-MS3600 module. If applicable, 600mm cross tees, 25 x 24mm ref DX600LM and 38 x24mm ref DX600H30, there is a risk of tile uplift. Where fitted, these should be
shall be installed perpendicular between the 1200mm cross tees to form a 600 x 600mm module. applied to all grid members at a rate of 1 clip per 600mm
➎ Hanger DSW2
All cross tees feature a ‘joggled’ end detail. of tile edge.
80 DONN® DXL24 Heavy Duty - Fire Rated 81

Main Runner DXL3600 Tile edge supported

DX24 / SQ DX24 / SLT DX24 / SLB

DX24 / Suspension DX24/ Angle section - DGA5
wire - DSW2
Long Cross Tee DX1200H30 Cross section
Main tee and cross tee connection.

Quantity
Linear meter requierd per square meter
For construction layouts use the following
Short Cross Tee DX600H30
formulas to calculate linear meters (LM) per
square meter (m2) Fire protection
• Main tee DX main tees are designed to expand at the fire lance in the
event of a fire (shown here). This maintains the structural
(1/ Main Tee centres) integrity of the ceiling and holds tiles in place.
eg. if MT at 1200mm centres — 1
1.2 =0.83LM/m
2

• Cross tee Maximum allowed weight of tiles per m2 of ceiling

Ref. Distance (mm)
(1/ Cross Tee centres) Module
A max. 1200
eg. if CT at 600mm centres —– 1 =1.67LM/m2
B 1200 0.60 Main runner at 1200mm Main runner at 600mm
Hanger distance (mm) 600 x 600 600 x 1200 600 x 600 600 x 1200
C max. 400
Note: These calculations do not allow for wastage, 800 23.7 23.9 - -
D 600
damage or irregularities but are intended as an DX24 / revoe clip Spring clip 20248
1000 23.7 23.9 55.9 56.3
informative guideline to assist with the calculation of Partition head fixing using Spring clip application.
1200 12.8 12.9 26.3 26.6 revoe clips with DX24.
product required for a given area ( in m2)
1500 4.6 4.8 10 10.3

Note: The load per m2 must
System characteristics: be distributed uniformly
(no point loads) over the
Materials • Exposed 24mm system ceiling area. After loading,
the deflection of any grid
All USG suspension systems feature a body and cap made of hot-dip galvanized • The most widely used grid system in the component will remain within
the maximum deflection per
steel. To ensure that the cap remains attractive and rust-free for long term, world span as stated in BS: 8290:
1991, provided the grid Please consult USG for other layouts, load or hanger distance.
manufacturing includes an exclusive four-step coating process that outperforms • Safe, fast and simple to install and easily layout is as presented in the
sketch.
the competition in paint adhesion and corrosion resistance, as proven by accessible
industry-standard salt spray tests conducted by an independant laboratory. •Maximum economy and design simplicity Specification DONN DXL24 Hangers: Shall be from pre straightened 2mm diameter
For our extreme environments we offer our grid system, with hot-dipped • Cross-tees with override-ends resist Grid shall be DONN DX24 exposed grid system, hot dipped galvanised steel ' T ' sec- HDG steel wire, ref DSW2. Hangers shall be fixed through
galvanized steel body and painted aluminum cap for additional corrosion and twisting and give professionally finished look tion with pre-painted capping. Table width 24mm. To suit variable module sizes, most holes in stalk or bulb of main runner and wrapped around
humidity resistance. with no exposed steel edges typically 600 x 600mm and 1200 x 600mm. itself a minimum of 3 times. Alternatively, hangers can
Main runners: 38 x 24mm, ref DXL3600 shall be normally spaced at 1200mm centres and be formed from 25 x 25mm HDG steel angle section, ref
•Patented QUICK-RELEASE TM clip design
suspended from the structure or soffit using pre-straightened 2mm diameter HDG steel wire hang- DGA5, fixed to main runners using appropriate self drilling
Product Information Demountable with tools
ers, ref DSW2, at typically 1200mm centres. First hanger shall be no more than 450mm from the screws or nut and bolt fixings. Hangers shall be normally
• Compatible with Square edge and SLB edge perimeter. Main runners joined end on by means of the integral splice. Splice connections shall be spaced at 1200mm centres although alternative spacings
Nr Description Item reference
Metric Imperial
ceiling tiles supported within 150mm with a hanger, and shall be staggered across the ceiling area. are acceptable provided maximum loadings stated above
➊ Main Runner DXL3600 DXL3660
•Designed for fire rated ceilings Cross tees: 1200mm cross tees, 38 x 24mm ref DX1200H30, shall be installed perpendicular are not exceeded. Hangers to be fixed to structure or sof-

➋ Long Cross Tee DX1200H30 DX1220H30

• Audible Click means you know when tees between the main runners at 600mm centres to form a 1200 x 600mm module. If applicable, fit using fixings appropriate to the structure or soffit.

➌ Short Cross Tee DX600H30 DX610H30

are connected 600mm cross tees, 38 x24mm ref DX600H30 shall be installed perpendicular between the 1200mm Hold down clips: Where applicable, these shall be non
• Exceed load compliance specifications as cross tees to form a 600 x 600mm module. removable type clips, ref VB45. These generally will only
➍ Wall Angle MT3600 - MS3600
per ASTM C 635 All cross tees feature a ‘joggled’ end detail. be required in certain fire protecting assemblies or where
➎ Hanger DSW2
• Available in metric and imperial sizes Perimeter trims: 22mm x 19.5mm/19 x 9 x 9 x19mm painted HDG steel angle trim, ref MT3600/ there is a risk of tile uplift. Where fitted, these should be
MS3600, fixed to perimeter wall using fixings appropriate to the structure at maximum 450mm applied to all grid members at a rate of 1 clip per 600mm
centres. Corners shall normally be finished with a lapped or butt joint. of tile edge.
82 DONN® DX15 Centricitee 83

Main Runner DXT15-3600M

Tile edge supported
3600 mm

75mm 150mm 150mm 150mm

DX15 / FL DX15 / FLB

DX15 / Suspension DX15 / Angle section - DGA5
wire - DSW2
Long Cross Tee DXT15-1200M Cross section (joggled)
Main tee and cross tee connection.

Quantity
Linear meter requierd per square meter
For construction layouts use the following Short Cross Tee DXT15-600M
formulas to calculate linear meters (LM) per
square meter (m2) Cross section (butt cut)
• Main tee Main tee and cross tee connection.
(1/ Main Tee centres)
eg. if MT at 1200mm centres — 1
1.2 =0.83LM/m
2

• Cross tee
Maximum allowed weight of tiles per m2 of ceiling
Ref. Distance (mm)
(1/ Cross Tee centres) Module
A max. 1200
eg. if CT at 600mm centres —– 1 =1.67LM/m2
B 1200 0.60 Main runner at 1200mm Main runner at 600mm
Hanger distance (mm) 600 x 600 600 x 1200 600 x 600 600 x 1200
C max. 400
D 600
Note: These calculations do not allow for wastage, 800 24.0 24.2 - - Fire protection
damage or irregularities but are intended as an 1000 24.0 24.2 54.0 54.2 DX main tees are designed to expand at the
informative guideline to assist with the calculation of fire lance in the event of a fire (shown here).
1200 12.4 12.5 25.5 25.7
product required for a given area ( in m2) This maintains the structural integrity of the
1500 4.5 4.7 9.8 10.0 ceiling and holds tiles in place.

Note: The load per m2 must
System characteristics: be distributed uniformly
(no point loads) over the
Materials • Exposed 15mm system ceiling area. After loading,
the deflection of any grid
All USG suspension systems feature a body and cap made of hot-dip galvanized • Narrow table grid for subtle visual effect component will remain within
the maximum deflection per
steel. To ensure that the cap remains attractive and rust-free for long term, • Cross-tees with override-ends resist span as stated in BS: 8290:
1991, provided the grid Please consult USG for other layouts, load or hanger distance.
manufacturing includes an exclusive four-step coating process that outperforms twisting and give professionally finished look layout is as presented in the
sketch.
the competition in paint adhesion and corrosion resistance, as proven by with no exposed steel edges
industry-standard salt spray tests conducted by an independant laboratory. • Patented QUICK-RELEASE™ clip design:
Specification DONN DX15 Hangers: Shall be from pre straightened 2mm diameter
For our extreme environments we offer our grid system, with hot-dipped easy to remove without tools Grid shall be DONN DX15 exposed grid system, hot dipped galvanised steel ' T ' sec- HDG steel wire, ref DSW2. Hangers shall be fixed through
galvanized steel body and painted aluminum cap for additional corrosion and •Safe, fast and simple to install and easily tion with pre painted capping. Table width 15mm. To suit variable module sizes, most holes in stalk or bulb of main runner and wrapped around
humidity resistance. accessible typically 600 x 600mm and 1200 x 600mm. itself a minimum of 3 times. Alternatively, hangers can
•Standard joggled (overriding) cross tee Main runners: 38 x 15mm, ref DXT15 - 3600M shall be normally spaced at 1200mm centres and be formed from 25 x 25mm HDG steel angle section, ref
suspended from the structure or soffit using pre-straightened 2mm diameter HDG steel wire hang- DGA5, fixed to main runners using appropriate self drilling
Product Information system
ers, ref DSW2, at typically 1200mm centres. First hanger shall be no more than 450mm from the screws or nut and bolt fixings. Hangers shall be normally
• Suitable for FLB edge and most “face cut
Nr Description Item reference perimeter. Main runners joined end on by means of the integral splice. Splice connections shall be spaced at 1200mm centres although alternative spacings
design” ceiling tiles
Metric Imperial supported within 150mm with a hanger, and shall be staggered across the ceiling area. are acceptable provided maximum loadings stated above
➊ Main Runner DXT15-3600M DXT15-3660IM
• Designed for fire rated ceilings are not exceeded. Hangers to be fixed to structure or sof-
Cross tees: 1200mm cross tees, 38x15mm ref DXT15 - 1200M, shall be installed perpendicular
➋ Long Cross Tee DXT15-1200M DXT15-1220IM
• Lay-on Cross Tees resist twist and gapping fit using fixings appropriate to the structure or soffit.
between the main runners at 600mm centres to form a 1200 x 600mm module. If applicable,
• Audible Click means you know when tees
➌ Short Cross Tee DXT15-600M DXT15-610IM 600mm cross tees, 38x15mm ref DXT15-600M, shall be installed perpendicular between the Hold down clips: Where applicable, these shall be non
are connected 1200mm cross tees to form a 600 x 600mm module. All cross tees feature a ‘joggled’ end detail. removable type clips, ref VB45. These generally will only
➍ Wall Angle M93600
• Exceed load compliance specifications as Perimeter trims: 24mmx15mm painted HDG steel angle trim, ref M9-3600, fixed to perimeter be required in certain fire protecting assemblies or where
➎ Hanger DSW2
per ASTM C635 wall using fixings appropriate to the structure at maximum 450mm centres. Corners shall normally there is a risk of tile uplift. Where fitted, these should be
• Available in metric in imperial size be finished with a lapped or butt joint. applied to all grid members at a rate of 1 clip per 600mm
of tile edge.
84 USG Middle East Limited 85
Loadings - DONN ® DX ® 24mm Exposed Grid Lighting Installation DONN® DX® 24mm Exposed Grid

Ceiling Mass - Kg/m 2
Uniform Loads - kg/lm (linear metre)
Use of Maximum Allowable Gross Ceiling Weight Charts: ْUniform loads are loads that are transferred
evenly along a given tee.
• Determine the maximum allowable ceiling weight for the chosen Main Tee and hanger The maximum load is the combined load on both
spacings sides of the tee.
from Graph. Example:
• Determine the maximum allowable ceiling weight for the chosen Cross Tee spacing A 1200 x 600 light fitting weighing 12.6 kg
from table. applies a load of 3.5 kg/lm
• The maximum allowable gross weight is the lower of the values from step 1 and 2. (1.2 + 0.6 + 1.2 + 0.6 = 3.6 lm
• Note that any heavy lighting, or other mechanical fixtures should be independently therefore 12.6 kg / 3.6 lm = 3.5 kg/lm)
supported. A 1200 x 600 ceiling panel weighing 3.6 kg
• Siesmic considerations for in-plane loads may take precedence in determining the applies a load of 1 kg /lm
required section (refer USG Representative for detalis). The combined load of light and ceiling panel is
4.5 kg/lm.
The maximum allowable uniform load is the
lesser of either main or cross tee values.
DONN DX Component Uniform Load kg/lm
Main Tee
DX3600H (m)* 16.8
DX3600I (m)* 11.6
Cross Tee
NOTES: DX600L (m) 35.4
•Values are based on simple span tests in accordance with recognised International DX1200L (m) 16.7
Standard ASTM C635. Higher values can often be attained by allowing for the effect of DX1200L (m) 5.9
continuous spans, the actual increase being subject to span arrangements. Please contact * Hanger spacing @ 1.2m centres
USG Interiors for guidance.
• For cross-nogged configurations e.g.: where a 1200x600 mm panel runs parallel with Point Loads - kg
the main tee, the spacing values should be used as for 1200x1200mm module. Point loads are loads that transfer to a tee at a
• Where main tees are at 1200mm centres, creating a 600x600mm configuration does single point (or several points) over a very small
not significantly increase load carrying limits. area. The weakest point is assumed to be mid
span. main tees are based on a 1200mm span.
The maximum allowable point load is the lesser
of either main or cross tee values.
DONN® DX®
As worldwide leaders in acoustical ceiling
systems, USG Interior works with the major
lighting manufacturers to ensure system
compatibility is maintained. The following
guidlines are designed to assist in the correct
specification and installation of light fittings in
USG's DONN Exposed Grid and acoustical ceiling
systems.
Luminaire Positioning
Typical recessed pan fitting arrangements are
shown below. Main Tees at 1200mm centres are
shown horizontal, with suspension at 1200mm
centres.
• Refer to Loadings (page 64 this brochure) for
maximum allowable point loads, uniform loads
and gross ceiling loads depending on type of
luminaire and DONN grid selected.
Where luminaire weight exceeds point or uniform
load maximums consider:
a) A higher specifications DONN grid option
if applicable (refer to Loadings page 64 this
brochure to ensure compliance).
b) Independent support from structure.
c) Additional suspension points as shown below,
or similar.
Profile DONN Grid Profiles
When recessed pan fittings use the top of the
DONN DX DONN tee bulb for support, use the same height
tee profiles for even support.

DONN DX Component Point Load kg

Main Tee Side Elevation End Elevation Ceiling panel Mounted Fittings
DX3600H (m)* 7.9 Light fittings mounted through USG acoustical
DX3600I (m)* 7.0 ceiling panels shall not rely on the ceiling panel
Cross Tee for support. Their weight shall be transferred
DX600L (m) 13.2 back to the grid by:
DX1200L (m) 7.9
DX1200L (m) 4.1 a) Simple supports across the back of the ceiling
* Hanger spacing @ 1.2m centres panel.

b) Simple supports onto the top of the tee bulb.

NB: This method will affect
the acoustic properties of the c) An additional rigid panel across the back of
ceiling panel the ceiling panel.
86 Grid edge solutions
DONN DX is the most widely specified grid in Middle East. It includes a wide range of
profiles and colours and is fully compatible with all USG ceiling tiles as well as most
third party brands. Precision design and quality manufacturing ensure both structural
and aesthetic integrity in all ceiling designs.
USG offers the following suspension system and
edge details options. Select a suspension system
and match it with a corresponding panel edge
details, or vice versa, to assure proper system fit
and assembly
1 2
3
4
1- MI/L Angle with SQ edge.
5 2- L Angle-Standard angle
(shown with site cut shadow
edge tile).
3- MS-Shadowline trim
4- M/F Profile-for change of
level and bulkheads
5- L Angle - Standard angle
fixed to timber batten.
Installation and maintenance 87
System performance
USG ceiling systems should be installed in accordance with recommendations described within this Maintenance and cleaning
catalogue and the DONN grid application guide. System performance following any substitution of General cleaning of dust and loose dirt may be easily
materials or compromises in assembly cannot be guaranteed and may result in failure under critical achieved using a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Soiled
conditions. Reference should be made to BS 8290 1991 Suspended Ceilings parts 1, 2 and 3, and panels can be cleaned with an art gum eraser or
the European Standard for Suspended Ceilings BS EN 13964:2004. dampened cloth or sponge containing as little water
as possible.
Site storage and handling Clean Room tiles can be wet wiped on a regular basis
Storage on site should be as short as possible with environmental conditions as near as possible to without damage.
those specified for occupancy (see below). Any storage area should be secure and fully protected Panels should never be soaked or immersed in water.
from the weather with cartons stored on a clean, dry base. Cartons of material should never be Cleaning can also be carried out by specialist
rolled, dropped or slid, and under no circumstances used as a workbase or substitute for ladders, contractors using proprietary methods and
scaffolding, etc. chemicals. It is strongly recommended that a trial
area be cleaned to ensure that there is no detrimental
Pattern direction effect on the ceiling panel or grid.
With directional face patterns, such as Glacier and Sandrift, the orientation of pattern relative to
light sources should be carefully considered for desired visual effect, and specified and installed Re-decoration
accordingly. Variations in colour and fissure size in Glacier and Sandrift ceiling tiles will be of little It should be noted that a new paint finish may
consequence within a single production batch. However, minor variations can occur from time to compromise the Surface Spread of Flame classification
time, and projects should be planned so that all material for continuous ceiling space is ordered and and acoustic absorption for that panel.
delivered from the same production batch. Some USG tiles are marked with a directional arrow on Please consult the USG Technical Services Department
the back and should always be installed with this in alignment to ensure total consistency of pattern for expert advice and recommendations.
and paint shade in a Production batch.
Overlaid material
Wherever possible, overlaid material such as insulation, should not be laid directly on the back of Custom products
the ceiling membrane, as this will compromise the fire resistant properties of the ceilings. In normal In addition to a wide standard range, USG can
conditions (BS 8290), overlaid material should not exceed 3.6kg/m2 weight. For high humidity satisfy specifiers’ needs for non-standard, specialised
environments, overlaid installation shall be limited to 1.2 kg/m2. ceilings. Please talk to your local USG representative
to arrange production of your specific ideas.
Installation/environmental conditions
For applications with normal controlled environmental conditions, products with 70% RH/29°C
or better are suitable. Installation should only take place under ambient conditions after residual
moisture from concrete and plaster has dissipated.The recommended relative humidity should not
exceed 70% RH within a temperature range 65-85°F, 18-29°C for installation and occupancy.
Once ceiling installation has commenced, it is essential that RH% and temperature be maintained at
acceptable levels by heating the building if necessary. Dry heating should be employed and paraffin
or gas heaters avoided. These recommendations should still be applied between completion of
contract and the occupation of the building. Unoccupied buildings with uncontrolled atmospheres
may have a wide temperature range during a 24 hour period which could lead to an unacceptable
change in dimension stability of the ceiling panels, causing excessive sag.
For applications with intermittent heating and cooling systems, products with 90%RH/32°C or
better are recommended. (See Humidity selector, page 15.)For applications with uncontrolled
environmental conditions, natural ventilation systems or in humid areas such as washrooms, kitchens
or wet process areas, products with 95-99%RH/40°C or better are recommended. (See Humidity
selector, page 15.)Radar Ceramic and Sonatone ceiling panels perform especially well in areas such
as swimming pools, where the ceiling may be subject to unusually high levels of humidity up to
100% RH and chemical attack. They should be installed with USG DONN Corrosion Resistant ceiling
grid and appropriate hangers to resist corrosion.
All USG tiles should be protected from sustained direct contact with water except the treated one
as water shield.
88 Ceiling Systems Warranties and Limitations 89

All USG DONN brand suspension systems, when used with any USG ceiling panels or tiles or Lifetime (30-Year) Limited Warranty The CLIMAPLUS warranty periods for these and other USG products and systems are as
SHEETROCK brand gypsum lay-in ceiling panels, carry a lifetime (30-year) warranty that our products follows:
shall be free from manufacturing defects and that the suspension systems shall be free from
the occurrence of 50% red rust as defined by ASTM D610 test procedures for 30 years from the Ceiling Systems Panel/Tile Suspension System Warranties
date of installation. ClimaPlus Panels & Tile plus DONN
Suspension System Lifetime 30 Years Lifetime 30 Years

USG ceiling panels and tiles with CLIMAPLUS performance are specially formulated to endure All other USG Ceiling Panels & Tile plus DONN 1 Years Lifetime 30 Years
environments with up to 100% relative humidity and temperatures up to 104 F. these panels carry a Suspension System
1 Years ____
limited warranty against visible sag for 30 years when installed in a DONN suspension system. USG Specialty Ceiling

Sag resistance is measured under 'Standard Test Method for strength Properties of Pre-fabricated
Individual Products Panel/Tile Suspension System
Architectural Acoustical Tile or Lay-in Ceiling Panels'.ASTM C367-05.
The Test Method cautions (Section 17.3) that it "is not designed to establish the expected ClimaPlus Panels & Tile 10 Years __
performance of the ceiling panels under field conditions of use, but only the sag properties for the
All other USG Ceiling Panels & Tile 1 Years __
specific temperature, humidity, exposure time and mounting conditions used in the test.
DONN Suspension Systems ____ 10 Years
Neither this test method nor any other laboratory test we are aware of can predict long-term sag
resistance. we do know that the higher the relative humidity and temperature, and the longer the All warranties are subject to the following terms and conditions:
time these conditions prevail, the more susceptible to sag are the ceiling panels, Nevertheless, USG
has offered sag resistant ceiling panels for more than 20 years, and we have very rarely received Exept where stated otherwise on specific product warranties, all USG warranties cover original Who is covered?
sag complaints. this excellent field performance is expected because the formulations of both core owner of the building at the time of installation.
and/or backing, depending on the particular panel, inherently impart sag resistance. Avoidance of
extreme temperature and humidity conditions are regular cleaning will enhance sag resistance and In the unlikely event of product performance failure, at our election USG will replace the goods What will USG do?
all other performance attributes of the ceiling panels. or we will refund or credit an amount equal to the (original) purchase price of the goods within
warranted conditions.
USG CKIMAPLUS ceiling panels with superior performance are warranted to be free from the The building owner is responsible for all costs associated with removal and installation.
growth of mold, mildew, and Gram-negative odor- and stain-causing bacteria for 30 years from the
date of installation. these ceiling panels include an antimicrobial treatment on the painted surface All ceiling products and system must be installed and maintained in accordance with current USG What does this warranty not cover?
that contains a mold-inhabiting agent that provides broad-spectrum control for the growth of mold written instructions and best industry practice, including the CISCA Handbook and ASTM C636.
and mildew over the warranty period; these ceiling panels also resist the growth of Gram-psitive "Standard Practice for Installation of Metal ceiling suspension system for Acoustical tile and lay-in
and Gram-negative odor and stain causing bacteria. panels. "SHEETROCK Gypsum panels used with USG Drywall suspension system are not covered.
CLIMAPLUS fiberglass and RADAR Ceramic CLIMAPLUS ceiling panels do not have Superior Also, you must observe the following:
performance antimicrobial treatment;they are warranted to be free from the growth of mold,
mildew, and odor-and stain- causing bacteria for 30 years from the date of installation due to the -Care must be taken that the products are not damaged during delivery and while they are stored
inherent characteristics of the products. at the job site.
-The products must always be protected from vibration, direct contact with water including
CLEAN ROOM CLIMAPLUS and SHEETROCK CLIMAPLUS gypsum lay-in panels do not feature condensation, and chemical fumes, both before and after installation.
the Superior performance antimicrobial treatment and therefore are not included in the 30-Year -These products may not be used in exterior applications, The only exception is RADAR Ceramic
Antimicrobial System warranty. CLIMAPLUS, which may be used in exterior soffits.

All USG limited warranties are subject to use under normal conditions. abnormal conditions include
exposure to chemical fumes, vibration, moisture from conditions such as leaks or condensation,
excessive humidity, or excessive dirt or dust buildup.
By "lifetime" we mean the useful life of the ceiling system, up to a maximum of 30 years.
Except for ceiling with superior performance, CLIMAPLUS fiberglass ceiling panels and RADAR
Ceramic CLIMAPLUS ceiling panels, the growth of mold or bacteria is not covered by this warranty
nor it is the responsibility of USG. All products should be maintained to avoid excessive dirt or dust
buildup or the presence of excessive moisture that would provide a medium for microbial growth on
ceiling panels.

Damage that may occur from vibration,fire, water, freezing temperature, accident, any form of abuse
or exposure to abnormal conditions is no covered in this warranty.
If subject to abnormal conditions, the products should be removed immediately and replaced once
the conditions are normal.
90 Ceiling Systems Warranties and Limitations 91

Warranty Conditions
All ceiling products and suspension systems must be installed and maintained in accordance with
USG written installation instructions for that product in effect at the time of installation and best
industry practice. Prior to, during, and after installation, the ceiling product must be kept clean and
dry, and maintained in an environment free of chemical fumes or vibration, not subject to abnormal
conditions and within the following conditions:
Performance Level Environmental Limitations
Radar Ceramic CLIMAPLUS 60-104° F (16-40° C) Up to 100 % RH
CLIMAPLUS Ceiling 60-104° F (16-40° C) Up to 95 % RH
1- RADAR Ceramic ceiling panels with CLIMAPLUS
performance will withstand corrosive chemical
fumes and contain coatings and/or formulation to
inhibit or retard the growth of mold and mildew.
Normal environmental conditions must prevail to warrant product performance. This warranty will
not cover situations where the panels are subject to vibrations or chemical fumes or where moisture
comes in contact with the ceiling panel or tile as a result of a leaking roof, a sweating pipe, a
leaking radiator, a flood, condensation on windows, condensation on more subtle surfaces where
dew points are reached, humidified air from the HVAC system or any other similar causes.
You must notify USG-ME sales representative of the problem within 30 days of the time the How do you get service?
problem first became apparent to you. Please send us any photographs of the problem area as
these are often helpful. We will contact you within 30 days and, if we authorize a replacement or
payment, this will be done within 30 days thereafter.

Standard Commercial Ceilings 60-85° F (16-29° C) Up to 70 % RH
for RADAR Ceramic CLIMAPLUS ceiling panels: the sag performance warranty extends
toinstallations where the ceiling product is exposed to environments subjest to temperatures of
60-104° F (16-40° C), chemical fumes, steam, and up to 100% RH, including standing water
applications, so long as the product is installed with either AX or ZXLA suspension systems. For
swimming pools, install only with AX or ZXLA suspension systems. For outdoor soffits, canopies and
parking garages, install with ZXLA suspension system (wind uplift should be considered).
For all CLIMAPLUS products (excludes CLEAN ROOM CLIMAPLUS and SHEETROCK gypsum lay-in
panels): these ceilings must be maintained to avoid excessive dirt or dust buildup that would provide
a medium for microbial growth on these panels or tiles. Microbial protection does not extend beyond
the treated surface as received from the factory, and does not protect other materials that contact
the treated surface such as supported materials.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from How does state lay apply?
country to country.
Replacement or refunding the purchase price of defective material shall constitute the sole and
total obligations of USG. We shall not be responsible for any labor charges or other installation or
replacement costs or for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLuDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES NOT EXPRESSLY SET
FORTH HEREIN, WHETHER IMPLIED BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS.

Prior to, during, and after installation, the suspension systems (excluding DXLA, AX, ZXLA and the Suspension Systems
USG drywall suspension system) shall be maintained in a temperature range of 60-104° F (16-40°C)
and relative humidity shall not exceed 90%. DXLA shall be maintained in a temperature range of
60-104° F (16-40°C) and relative humidity shall not exceed 95%. AX, ZXLA and the USG Drywall
suspension system shall be maintained in a temperature range from 60-104° F (16-40°C) and
relative humidity can be up to 100%.
The warranty does not cover rusting that occurs from building leaks or condensation.

The ceiling panels must not be used to support any materials including insulation. Where insulation General notes
must be used, it should be on heavier than 1.27kg/m2 and installed with the following USG
recommendations: insulation must be applied perpendicular to the suspension cross tees with the
Manufactured by USG-ME, Dammam, KSA
suspension system supporting the weight of the insulation. insulation is also not recommended
to be used as follows: Firecode applications, unless specified and use described by underwriters
laboratories, Inc. Mold or mildew growth on insulation or placed above the ceiling panel or tile are The following trademarks used herein are owned by USG Corporation or a related company: ASTRO, CLEAN
not covered by this warranty. ROOM, CLIMAPLUS, DONN, ECLIPSE, FROST, HALCYON, MARS, MILLENNIA, OLYMPIA MICRO, SONATA,
PEBBLED, RADAR, ROCK FACE, SANDRIFT, SHEETROCK, SUMMIT, TOUCHSTONE.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by fire, water, accident, or by any form of abuse except
normal wear and tear.
Please see USG written instructions about proper maintenance, touch up, and repainting of our
ceiling system. Please note that not all products can be repainted and that repainting will affect
acoustical performance, appearance, microbial resistance, fire resistance, and ventilation through the
ceiling panels or tiles.

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USG reserves the right to change specifications or design and supply products which may
differ from those described and illustrated without notice and without liability. All weights
and measures are nominal.

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