Seismic Ceiling Solutions Brochure - Jun2023 - Web

seismic ceiling
solutions
design solutions for
concealed suspended ceilings
introduction
Major earthquakes do not occur in Australia often. Statistically an earthquake
exceeding a magnitude of 7 only occurs every hundred years or so, which
is low when compared to countries with higher seismic activity.
“Not often” however does not mean “never”, and when a major earthquake
hits, the result can be devastating. In 1989, Newcastle, NSW was hit by an
earthquake measuring a magnitude of 5.6. Thirteen lives were lost.
It is impossible to predict when the next big earthquake will hit, or where.
Australian standards dictate that most building classes need to be built
according to seismic requirements to help save lives when it happens.
Not only the primary structural frame needs to be considered for seismic
activity. Non-structural components and fastenings, including suspended
ceilings, also have to be designed to withstand earthquake forces.
Pictured: earthquakes can be devastating and result in huge loss of

life. That’s why it is mandatory to comply with seismic standards.
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contents Disclaimer
Products manufactured
and systems designed by
Etex Australia Pty Ltd and
introduction 2 branded Siniat, are produced
in accordance with the
Building Code of Australia
Siniat suspended and relevant Australian
Standards. Information in this
ceiling systems 4 document is to be used as
a guide only and is subject
to project approval as many
key benefits of Siniat designs 4 aspects of construction are
not comprehensively covered.
independent testing 5 It is the responsibility of the
project to determine if our
type a: fixed / sliding perimeter 6 products and systems are
suitable for the intended
application and they meet
type b: free / fixed perimeter 6 the relevant building code
and project requirements.
type c: 2-way plenum bracing 7 It is also the project’s
responsibility to ensure third
party products have the
construction details 9 appropriate certification with
Siniat products and systems.
Etex Australia Pty Ltd will
Siniat system not be held responsible for
any claims resulting from the
warranty 27 installation of its products or
other associated products
not in accordance with the
recommendations of the
manufacturer’s technical
literature or relevant
Australian Standards, or for
“ Not
situations not covered by
only the primary our certification reports.
structural frame needs to Siniat technical information is

regularly updated. To ensure
be considered for seismic this document is current with
the latest information, visit:
activity, but non-structural www.Siniat.com.au
elements like the ceiling too. ” or contact Siniat’s Customer

Service Centre on
1300 724 505
Warranty
Siniat products are covered

by a comprehensive warranty.
Visit
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Siniat suspended
ceiling systems
Depending on your unique project requirements, you may choose between a suspended or steel
stud ceiling solution.
Siniat can offer seismic design solutions for both ceiling systems, but this brochure focuses on suspended ceiling
design.
Suspended ceiling design allows the designer to bring the ceiling level down to the required height and provides
space in the ceiling cavity for services such as air-conditioning and electrical cabling. Siniat offers three main design
solutions for suspended ceiling systems to comply with the seismic design requirements of the particular project.
Please note that compliance with the seismic standards is the combined responsibility of engineers, architects,
designers, building certifiers, manufacturers, installers and builders.
Project details must be determined by structural design and the design of suspended ceilings will require a structural
assessment unique to every project.
Click here to read more about our seismic solutions.
key benefits of Siniat designs
— Our designs can be used in fire rated — Complete system solutions including
and non-fire rated applications. plasterboard and metal components
from one trusted supplier.
— Peace of mind backed by — Technical support is available

independent testing. from the early design stages
to on-site installation.
— Siniat Warranty covers full systems — Seismic design has sustainable

and not just individual products. benefits. Read more here.
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independent testing
There are various forces at play during an earthquake, and the damage they cause will
depend on several factors. These include the duration and severity of the earthquake,
site conditions and how well the building was designed to withstand those forces.
The shaking table test is one of the most comprehensive techniques to assess the seismic performance
of structures made of various materials.
Siniat’s suspended ceiling systems were tested for seismic performance and compliance at The Pacific
Earthquake Engineering Research Centre in the USA. The Centre features the largest shaking table in
the United States, and one of the largest in the world. The results have given us a better understanding
of how our seismic ceiling solutions perform under seismic loads.
Siniat is the only Australian supplier to offer complete plasterboard and metal systems to the market.
The complete suspended ceiling system was subjected to robust testing, and we can now offer fire
rated and non-fire rated seismic solutions.
Read more about Siniat’s testing at the PEER Centre here.
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Siniat offers three types of internal suspended ceiling
solutions that comply with seismic requirements
All three types were tested in the US, and passed and even surpassed performance ratings
suitable for Australia. The three solutions are differentiated by the size of the ceiling area
and seismic loads, and all three can be used in fire rated and non-fire rated applications.
type a
fixed
One side fixed and the opposite side sliding.
Siniat’s type a solution (suspended ceilings)

can be used for small to medium rooms. It is
also suitable for long corridors without
the need for plenum bracing, e.g. in shopping
centres or hospitals. The design can be used
for fire-rated and non-fire-rated
applications.
sliding
key benefits
— can be used without plenum bracing in long corridors
— suitable for fire rated and non-fire rated applications
type b
Two adjacent sides fixed and
two adjacent sides free. fixed
Siniat’s type b is typically used in small

to medium rooms. During an earthquake
the ceiling will move with the wall on
the fixed sides, but move freely on the
free sides. The design is used for fire-
rated and non-fire-rated applications.
key benefits free
— suitable for small to medium rooms
— fire rated and non-fire rated

applications
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type c
2-way plenum brace with four sides free.
The main advantage of this installation is

that it can be used in ceilings of all sizes.
The type c design solution does not rely
on any perimeter fixing but rather uses a
ceiling plenum bracing system to stabilise
the ceiling during a seismic event.
free
There is no perimeter fixing, allowing for
movement on all sides. The design is used
for fire rated and non-fire rated applications.
key benefits
Unique to the type c solution is the Seismic
Ceiling Bracket (SCB), 80 mm wide Universal — suitable for ceilings of all sizes
Bracket (UB80) and the 45° Soffit
— flexible spacing
Bracket (SB45), exclusively
manufactured by Siniat. — quick and easy installation
Refer to page 7 for more information. — the seismic ceiling bracket sits inside the furring
channel, resulting in a continuous load path
— fire rated and non-fire rated applications
type c components
The Seismic Ceiling Bracket (SCB), 80 mm
wide Universal Bracket (UB80) and the 45°
Soffit Bracket (SB45) are part of the
Type C solution and exclusively designed
45° Soffit Universal
and manufactured by Siniat.
Bracket (SB45) Bracket (UB80)
The Seismic Ceiling Bracket sits inside the
furring channel and connects it directly to
the ceiling brace. It can be placed along
Furring Channel or at a junction with a Top
Cross Rail to create a continuous load path.
Seismic Ceiling
Bracket (SCB)

Seismic design: what
are the standards?
There are several standards and regulations that govern the seismic design of suspended ceilings
in Australia. The three key regulatory instruments are:
• The National Construction Code (NCC);
• AS 1170.4:2007 “Structural design actions, Part 4: Earthquake actions in Australia”; and
• AS/NZS 2785:2020 “Suspended ceilings - Design and installation”.
The NCC 2022 Volume One contains Performance Requirement B1P1 that requires Class 2–9
buildings to perform adequately under all reasonably expected design actions, including earthquakes.
For Class 1 buildings, provisions for seismic design are contained in Appendix A of AS 1170.4.
Generally, Class 1 buildings designed and detailed for lateral wind forces in accordance with the
relevant material standard are considered able to also resist earthquake forces.
For Class 2-9 buildings, the corresponding Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) Provision for earthquake actions
is Clause B1D3 in NCC 2022.
In accordance with Table B1D3a in NCC 2022, buildings are assessed according to their “Level of
Importance” (LOI). The LOI determines the seismic design requirements of a building depending on
its occupancy levels, hazard to life and the function of the building within the community or broader.
In relation to Australian standards, AS 1170.4 governs the seismic design of ceilings and is referenced
in the NCC earthquake provisions. AS/NZS 2785 was updated in 2020 and provides the minimum
specifications covering the manufacture and performance of suspended ceilings systems for use in
residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Photo by Charlene Hails of MRP Engineering while on ASCE - sponsored assessment team in Christchurch, New Zealand after the 2011 earthquake.
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construction details
Non-Fire Rated
Seismic Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type A Fixed / Sliding
Fixed Connection
Top Cross Rail

(TCR25 or TCR38)
Furring Channel Joiner
Sliding Connection
50x35mm x 0.75mm BMT
Slotted Angle
Top Cross Rail Joiner (SBA50/35-075-30)
Furring Channel
(FC28)
FIGURE 35 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type A

One side Fixed and the opposite side Sliding
Perspective
Fixed Connection Top Cross Rail

Sliding Connection Furring Channel
Seismic Control Joint
12m maximum continuous
12m maximum
Specific
project details
must be determined
by structural design FIGURE 36 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type A Fixed / Sliding
One Side Fixed and the opposite Side Sliding
Plan

construction details
Non-Fire Rated
600mm maximum 600mm maximum
Spring Adjustable Top

Cross Rail Clip (C60) 50x35mm x 0.75mm BMT Slotted Angle
(SBA50/35-075-30) fixed using 8g
Fixings to wall substrate button head screw through middle of
as per seismic design slot into each furring channel
Furring channel track or Top Cross Rail
steel backing angle fixed to (TCR25 or TCR38)
furring channel (FC28) using 10mm
8g button head screw nominal
Furring Channel (FC28)
50mm nominal Siniat plasterboard 50 -100mm
FIGURE 37 Furring Channel Fixed Connection FIGURE 38 Furring Channel Sliding Connection
Perimeter detail Perimeter detail
Section Section
150mm Top Cross Rail Spring Adjustable Some damage to ceiling linings for
(TCR25 or TCR38) Top Cross Rail Clip finishing details with low tolerance
ceiling stabiliser at one (C60) to movement can be expected in a
end against wall Serviceability Earthquake event.
Top Cross Rail
(TCR25 or TCR38) 15mm nominal
Locking Key Furring Channel

(C39) (FC28)
200mm maximum Siniat Refer to finishing details. Use furring channel

plasterboard track or steel backing angle with sealant if
required to maintain acoustic integrity
FIGURE 39 Top Cross Rail Stabilised End Detail
Perimeter detail FIGURE 40 Top Cross Rail End Detail
Section Perimeter detail
Section
Minimum 200mm
25mm 25mm 10g wafer head Minimum 200mm inverted
inverted Top Cross
minimum minimum screw (fixed from Top Cross Rail used as joiner
Rail used as joiner
above or below)
10g wafer head screw

(fixed from above or below)
Elevation Section
FIGURE 41 Top Cross Rail Joiner
For Type A Suspended Ceilings
Minimum 250mm Furring
Channel piece used to join two Minimum 250mm
Furring Channels together Furring Channel piece
used to join two Furring
Channels together
Elevation Section
8g button head FIGURE 42 Furring Channel Joiner
screw on both sides For Type A Suspended Ceilings
Non-Fire Rated
Bulkhead Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type A
Minimum 15mm edge

clearance for screws Minimum 15mm edge
clearance for screws
Purlin, ceiling joist or

other structural framing
Diagonal
brace
Dropper
stud Fixed or Sliding connection
Dropper stud and Diagonal (fixed connection shown)
brace designed for
appropriate loads
(self-weight, live, wind and
seismic loads from ceilings)
Stud off-cut (behind) to Minimum 15mm edge

connect dropper stud to clearance for screws
diagonal stud brace
Fixed connection
as per seismic design
Furring Channel (FC28) FIGURE 43 Stud Bulkhead

Section
Siniat plasterboard
Minimum 8mm diameter

6mm diameter Siniat Siniat Screw Anchor
Screw Anchor
10mm Fixed or Sliding

Dropper Bracket (DB) Dropper
nominal connection (sliding
fixed with 12g hex stud
Diagonal connection shown)
head screws
brace
Dropper stud and Diagonal

brace designed for appropriate Refer to finishing details.
loads (self-weight, live, wind Use sealant if required to
and seismic loads from ceilings) maintain acoustic integrity
Minimum 15mm edge

Fix dropper stud to clearance for screws
diagonal stud brace
Fixed connection
Furring Channel (FC28) FIGURE 44 Stud Bulkhead

Section
Siniat plasterboard

Fire Rated
Fixed Connection
Top Cross Rail

(TCR25 or TCR38)
Sliding Connection
50x35mm x 0.75mm BMT
Slotted Angle
Top Cross Rail Joiner (SBA50/35-075-30)
Furring Channel
(FC28)
FIGURE 45 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type A

Perspective
Fixed Connection Top Cross Rail

Sliding Connection Furring Channel
12m maximum continuous
12m maximum
Specific
project details
must be determined
by structural design FIGURE 46 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type A Fixed / Sliding
Plan
Fire Rated

Cross Rail Clip (C60) 50x35mm x 0.75mm BMT Slotted Angle
(SBA50/35-075-30) fixed using 8g
Fixings to wall substrate button head screw through middle of
as per seismic design slot into each furring channel
Minimum 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT Top Cross Rail
steel backing angle (BA35-070) (TCR25 or TCR38) 10mm
fixed to Furring Channel (FC28) nominal
using 8g button head screw
20mm 20mm
maximum maximum
50mm nomnial Siniat fire rated plasterboard 50 - 100mm
FIGURE 47 Furring Channel Fixed Connection FIGURE 48 Furring Channel Sliding Connection
Section Section

150mm Top Cross Rail Spring Adjustable
(TCR25 or TCR38) Top Cross Rail 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT steel backing angle
ceiling stabiliser at one Clip (C60) (BA35-070) fixed at 600mm maximum
end against wall centres and 100mm maximum from ends
Top Cross Rail
15mm nominal
(TCR25 or TCR38)
15mm nominal
Locking Key
(C39)
20mm 20mm
maximum maximum
Siniat fire rated plasterboard Refer to finishing details. Bindex Fire and
50mm nomnial
Acoustic Sealant required to maintain inegrity
FIGURE 49 Top Cross Rail Stabilised End Detail FIGURE 50 Top Cross Rail End Detail
Section Section
Some damage to ceiling linings for

finishing details with low tolerance
to movement can be expected in a
Serviceability Earthquake event.

Fire Rated

25mm 25mm Minimum 200mm
Minimum 200mm inverted
minimum minimum inverted Top Cross
Top Cross Rail used as joiner
Rail used as joiner

Elevation Section


Channels together
Elevation Section
8g button head
screw on both sides
FIGURE 52 Furring Channel Joiner

Fire Rated
Bulkhead Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type A
Minimum 15mm edge


Diagonal
brace
Dropper
stud Fixed or Sliding connection
Dropper stud and Diagonal (fixed connection shown)
brace designed for
appropriate loads
(self-weight, live, wind and
seismic loads from ceilings)
Stud off-cut (behind) to For 1 layer, use minimum

connect dropper stud to 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT steel
diagonal stud brace backing angle (BA35-070).
For 2 layers, use minimum
50x50mm x 0.7mm BMT steel
backing angle (BA50-070).
For 3 layers, use minimum
Fixed connection 75x75mm x 1.15mm BMT steel
as per seismic design backing angle (BA75-115).
Fix at 600mm maximum centres
Furring Channel (FC28) and 100mm maximum from ends
FIGURE 53 Stud Bulkhead

Section
Overlap sheet
Siniat fire rated plasterboard
edges at corners
Minimum 8mm
6mm diameter Siniat diameter Siniat Screw
Screw Anchor Anchor
10mm Fixed or Sliding

Dropper Bracket (DB) Dropper
nominal connection (sliding
fixed with 12g hex stud
Diagonal connection shown)
head screws
brace
Dropper stud and Diagonal

brace designed for appropriate
loads (self-weight, live, wind
and seismic loads from ceilings)
Minimum 15mm edge
Fix dropper stud to clearance for screws
diagonal stud brace
Fixed connection
Overlap sheet
Furring Channel (FC28) edges at corners

Section

Non-Fire Rated
Seismic Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type B1 and B2 Fixed / Free
Fixed Connection
Fixed Connection
Top Cross Rail

(TCR25 or TCR38)
Top Cross Rail Joiner Furring Channel

(FC28)
Free Edges or
FIGURE 55 Suspended Ceiling - Type B1 and B2
Two adjacent sides Fixed and two adjacent sides Free
Perspective
Fire Rated
Fixed Connection
Fixed Connection
Top Cross Rail

(TCR25 or TCR38)
Top Cross Rail Joiner Furring Channel

(FC28)
Free Edges or
FIGURE 56 Suspended Ceiling - Type B1 and B2 Seismic Control Joint
Perspective
Fire Rated and Non-Fire Rated
12m maximum
Fixed Connection
Free Edges
Top Cross Rail
Furring Channel
12m maximum
Specific
project details
must be determined
by structural design
FIGURE 57 Suspended Ceiling - Type B1

Plan
12m maximum
Fixed Connection
Top Cross Rail
Furring Channel
12m maximum
Specific
project details
must be determined
FIGURE 58 Suspended Ceiling - Type B2

Four sides Fixed with internal Seismic Control Joint
Plan

Non-Fire Rated
Fixings to substrate
Furring channel track or

steel backing angle fixed to
10mm
furring channel (FC28)
nominal
Furring Channel (FC28) Furring Channel (FC28)
50mm nominal 50mm nominal

FIGURE 59 Furring Channel Fixed Connection FIGURE 60 Furring Channel Free Edge
Section Section
Fixings to wall substrate

as per seismic design 150mm Top Cross Rail (TCR25
or TCR38) ceiling stabiliser at
Fix steel backing angle (facing up or one end against wall
down) to Top Cross Rail (TCR25 or
TCR38) using 10g wafer head screws
and as per seismic design
200mm maximum Refer to finishing details. Use furring channel

FIGURE 61 Top Cross Rail Fixed Connection track or steel backing angle with sealant if
Perimeter detail required to maintain acoustic integrity
Section FIGURE 62 Top Cross Rail Free Edge
Perimeter detail
Section
Non-Fire Rated
Seismic Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type B2
Screw through Furring Channel Furring Channel (FC28) Architectural

Top Cross Rail end (FC28) parallel to perpendicular to floating profile (by others)
floating seismic joint seismic joint
200mm maximum
Minimum 1.5%
of plenum height
Siniat 100mm maximum Minimum 1.5% of plenum height

plasterboard
FIGURE 63 Seismic Control Joint FIGURE 64 Seismic Control Joint
Parallel to furring channel Perpendicular to furring channel
Section Section

Fire Rated

Cross Rail Clip (C60)
Fixings to wall substrate Minimum 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT

as per seismic design steel backing angle (BA35-070)
Minimum 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT Top Cross Rail

steel backing angle (BA35-070) (TCR25 or TCR38) 10mm
fixed to Furring Channel (FC28) nominal
20mm 20mm
maximum maximum
50mm nomnial Siniat fire rated plasterboard 50mm nomnial

FIGURE 65 Furring Channel Fixed Connection FIGURE 66 Furring Channel Free Edge
Section Section

Fixings to wall substrate
as per seismic design 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT steel backing angle
Fix steel backing angle (facing up or (BA35-070) fixed at 600mm maximum
down) to Top Cross Rail (TCR25 or centres and 100mm maximum from ends
TCR38) using 10g wafer head screws 15mm nominal
and as per seismic design
Top Cross Rail Locking Key

(TCR25 or TCR38) (C39)
20mm 20mm
maximum maximum
Siniat fire rated plasterboard Refer to finishing details. Bindex Fire and
50mm nomnial
Acoustic Sealant required to maintain inegrity
FIGURE 67 Top Cross Rail Fixed Connection FIGURE 68 Top Cross Rail Free Edge
Section Section


Rail used as joiner

Elevation Section

For Type B1 and B2 Suspended Ceilings

Channels together
Elevation Section
8g button head
screw on both sides
For Type B1 and B2 Suspended Ceilings

Non-Fire Rated
Seismic Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type C, 2-way Plenum Braced
Free Edges
Top Cross
Rail Joiner
Top Cross Rail

(TCR25 or TCR38)
Furring Channel Free Edges

(FC28) 2-way Plenum Brace
FIGURE 71 Suspended Ceiling - Type C, 2-way Plenum Braced

2-way Plenum Brace with four sides Free
Perspective
Fire Rated
Free Edges Top Cross

Rail Joiner
Top Cross Rail

(TCR25 or TCR38)
Furring Channel
Free Edges
(FC28) 2-way Plenum Brace
FIGURE 72 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type C, 2-way Plenum Braced

Perspective

Fire Rated
Seismic andfor
Details Non-Fire Rated
Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type C, 2-way Plenum Braced
12m maximum
2-way Plenum Brace 12m maximum
2-way
Free Plenum Brace
Edges
Top Cross
Free Rail
Edges
Furring Channel
Top Cross Rail
Furring Channel
12m maximum
Number of plenum braces
determined by structural design. 12m maximum
Number of plenum braces
determined by structural design.
Specific
project details
must be determined
Specific
project details
must be determined
Plan
Plan
2-way Plenum Brace 12m maximum continuous

Free Edges
2-way Plenum
Seismic Control Brace
Joint 12m maximum continuous
Top
FreeCross
EdgesRail
SeismicChannel
Furring Control Joint
Top Cross Rail
Furring Channel
12m maximum
12m maximum
The number of plenum

braces per ceiling module
is determined by
structural design.
The number of plenum
braces per ceiling module
is determined by
continuous
structural design.
continuous

Plan
92 x 1.15mm BMT
Track (T92-115)
80mm wide Universal
vertical dropper
Minimum 8mm diameter Bracket (UB80) fixed
Siniat Screw Anchor using 3 x 12g hex head
screws
45O Soffit Bracket (SB45) fixed

using 3 x 12g hex head screws
92 x 1.15mm BMT Stud

92 x 1.15mm BMT Stud (WSL92-115) diagonal brace
(WSL92-115) diagonal brace
Fix Seismic Ceiling Bracket (SCB) to vertical
Track and diagonal Stud brace using 2 x 12g
hex head screws on both sides
Top Cross Rail

If installed at a Top Cross Rail junction (TCR25 or TCR38)
then fix vertical dropper Track to Top
Cross Rail using 2 x 12g hex head screws
Seismic Ceiling Bracket (SCB) installed inside
Furring Channel. Can be placed along Furring
Channel or at a junction with a Top Cross Rail.
Furring Channel fixed to Seismic
Ceiling Bracket with 2 x 12g hex head
FIGURE 75 2-way Plenum Brace screws on both sides
Perspective
Pre-drilled holes for Minimum 8mm

ease of installation diameter Siniat
Screw Anchor
92 x 1.15mm BMT
Stud (WSL92-115)
diagonal brace
80mm wide Universal Bracket

(UB80) fixed using minimum
Seismic Ceiling 2 x 12g hex head screws
Bracket (SCB)
FIGURE 76 Seismic Ceiling Bracket FIGURE 77 Alternative Diagonal Brace Soffit Connection
Perspective Perspective

Seismic Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type C, 2-way Plenum Braced Stud
diagonal
92 x 1.15mm BMT brace
Track (T92-115) fixed to
92 x 1.15mm BMT vertical dropper vertical
Stud (WSL92-115)
Track with
diagonal brace
3 x 12g
Fix Seismic Ceiling Bracket (SCB) to hex head
vertical Track and diagonal Stud brace screws
using 2 x 12g hex head screws on both
sides
If installed at a Top Cross Rail Seismic Ceiling Bracket
junction then fix vertical (SCB) installed inside
dropper Track to Top Cross Rail furring channel
using 2 x 12g hex head screws
Furring Channel fixed to Seismic
Ceiling Bracket with 2 x 12g
hex head screws on both sides
Furring Channel Top Cross Rail
28mm Furring Channel (FC28)
(FC28) (TCR25 or TCR38)
FIGURE 78 2-way Plenum Brace FIGURE 79 2-way Plenum Brace

Section Elevation
300mm maximum 600mm maximum with steel backing angle / furring

channel track, or 200mm maximum without
150mm Top Cross Rail (TCR25 or TCR38)
Spring Adjustable
ceiling stabiliser at one end against wall
Top Cross Rail Clip
Clearance to Top (C60)
Cross Rail of 1.5%
Top Cross Rail
of plenum height Top Cross Rail
(TCR25 or TCR38) Clearance to Furring
(TCR25 or TCR38) Channel of 1.5% of
plenum height
Furring Channel Locking Key

(FC28) (C39) 28mm Furring Channel (FC28)
Refer to finishing details. Use furring channel

200mm maximum Siniat track or steel backing angle with sealant if
plasterboard required to maintain acoustic integrity
FIGURE 80 Top Cross Rail Free Edges FIGURE 81 Furring Channel Free Edges
Section Section
150mm Top Cross Rail (TCR25 or TCR38) Spring Adjustable

ceiling stabiliser at one end against wall Top Cross Rail
Clip (C60) 35x35mm x 0.7mm BMT
Clearance to Top
Cross Rail of 1.5% steel backing angle
Top Cross Rail (BA35-070)
of plenum height
(TCR25 or TCR38) Top Cross Rail
(TCR25 or TCR38) Clearance to Furring
Channel of 1.5% of
plenum height
Locking Key
(C39) 28mm Furring Channel (FC28)
Siniat fire rated plasterboard 50 - 100mm

50mm nominal
Refer to finishing details. Bindex Fire and
Acoutic Sealant required to maintain inegrity
FIGURE 82 Top Cross Rail Free Edges FIGURE 83 Furring Channel Free Edges
Section Section

Rail used as joiner

Elevation Section

For Type C Suspended Ceilings

Channels together
Elevation Section
8g button head
screw on both sides
For Type C Suspended Ceilings

Non-Fire Rated
Bulkhead Details for Internal Suspended Ceiling - Type C, 2-way Plenum Braced
Minimum 15mm edge


Diagonal
brace
Dropper
stud Free Edge
Minimum 15mm edge

Refer to finishing details
Stud off-cut (behind) to
connect dropper stud to
diagonal stud brace
Free Edge
Siniat plasterboard
Section
26
system
warranty
the safety net for

ultimate peace of mind
Many manufacturers offer 10 year product warranties, but
the Siniat warranty takes this to a whole new level.
Not only do we guarantee our Siniat products, but our advanced system
engineering and rigorous testing regimes gives us the confidence to offer
you a warranty that can cover the whole wall and ceiling systems.
So when you install Siniat products as a complete system in

accordance to our recommendations, you have the ultimate peace of
mind knowing that you are covered by the Siniat warranty.
Let’s build better, together.
To find out more about enjoying the ultimate peace of mind, visit: siniat.com.au/warranty
Etex Australia Pty Ltd
ABN 61 003 621 010

31 Military Road, Matraville
NSW 2036
siniat.com.au
warranty
Siniat's products are guaranteed
by a 10 Year Warranty.
For details visit siniat.com.au/warranty
technical advice
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seismic ceiling

Pictured: earthquakes can be devastating and result in huge loss of

2 Technical Advice 1300 724 505 siniat.com.au

structural frame needs to Siniat technical information is

elements like the ceiling too. ” or contact Siniat’s Customer

1300 724 505

Siniat products are covered

Click here to read more about our seismic solutions.

key benefits of Siniat designs

— Peace of mind backed by — Technical support is available

— Siniat Warranty covers full systems — Seismic design has sustainable

Read more about Siniat’s testing at the PEER Centre here.

Technical Advice 1300 724 505 siniat.com.au 5

One side fixed and the opposite side sliding.

Siniat’s type a solution (suspended ceilings)

— suitable for fire rated and non-fire rated applications

Siniat’s type b is typically used in small

key benefits free

— suitable for small to medium rooms

— fire rated and non-fire rated

The main advantage of this installation is

— fire rated and non-fire rated applications

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Top Cross Rail

Furring Channel Joiner

FIGURE 35 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type A

Fixed Connection Top Cross Rail

12m maximum continuous

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600mm maximum 600mm maximum

Spring Adjustable Top

Furring Channel (FC28)

50mm nominal Siniat plasterboard 50 -100mm

300mm maximum 300mm maximum

Locking Key Furring Channel

200mm maximum Siniat Refer to finishing details. Use furring channel

10g wafer head screw

Minimum 15mm edge

Purlin, ceiling joist or

Stud off-cut (behind) to Minimum 15mm edge

Furring Channel (FC28) FIGURE 43 Stud Bulkhead

Minimum 8mm diameter

10mm Fixed or Sliding

Dropper stud and Diagonal

Minimum 15mm edge

Furring Channel (FC28) FIGURE 44 Stud Bulkhead

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Top Cross Rail

Furring Channel Joiner

FIGURE 45 Suspended Ceiling Frame - Type A

Fixed Connection Top Cross Rail

12m maximum continuous

600mm maximum 600mm maximum

Spring Adjustable Top

Furring Channel (FC28)

50mm nomnial Siniat fire rated plasterboard 50 - 100mm

300mm maximum 300mm maximum

Some damage to ceiling linings for

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10g wafer head screw

10g wafer head screw

FIGURE 51 Top Cross Rail Joiner