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Contents Choosing the Proper Panel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Acoustical Product Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Snap-Tex速 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Welcome to Signature Craft Acoustical History Sound is a form of communication, an important vehicle of information to human life. Human beings are social animals; because of that, communication is an important asset. This invaluable sense allows us to communicate, learn from others, feel the natural world around us, and enjoy sounds. How we react to the sounds in our environment affects our productivity and well being. Acoustics is the science that deals with the production, transmission, reception and control of sound. As early as the first century before Christ, a Roman architect, Vitruvius, demonstrated his knowledge of the acoustical characteristics of a Greek theatre. He published works that described the role of interference, echoes, and reverberation on the acoustics of early Greek amphitheaters. During the Renaissance, Galileo laid the foundation for experimental acoustics by measuring the effects of mass and tension on the frequency of a string. Sir Isaac Newton derived the formula for the velocity of sound. H. V. Hemholz’s work, The Sensations of Tone, and Lord Rayleigh’s, The Theory of Sound, made acoustics an exact science and paved the way for later experimentation and study. The Second World War played a major role in the commercial development of acoustics. Sound is the only energy that can be transmitted across vast distances in the sea. The development of “sound navigation ranging” to combat enemy submarines caused rapid and spectacular expansion of acoustical awareness in the United States. With the new demand for sound tracing by the Navy and federal financing for the research, Sonar soon became a household word. The science of acoustics was off and running. The modern workplace generates tremendous amounts of “noise pollution,” and the requirements of modern interactive communication, demand products and construction techniques that reduce undesirable noise and improve communication. The effects of not doing so are far too expensive to ignore.

Signature Craft,

with its broad line of products, as well as its ability to adapt traditional techniques with new fabrics and products, is the Midwest’s leader in the design and installation of standard and unique aesthetically-pleasing acoustical treatments. Truetone®, Tacwall®, Chroma®, and Snap-Tex® products provide attractive solutions for managing the acoustical environment of any space. Signature Craft also fabricates and installs drapery treatments, ceiling clouds, diffusers, reflective panels, blinds and shades.

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Choosing the Proper Panel System

Choosing the Proper Panel System In any acoustical panel system there are basically three components-the core material, the panel fabric and the method of application. It may seem to the end user that the fabric is the most important element because it is the primary aesthetic component, or what we see. However, the finish and the panel fabric are only the visual part of the design process that has other important criteria. An acoustical panel system has many purposes and often has multiple uses. They must function properly in various environments that the design team may not be aware of. Truetone® fabric wrapped panels, as a rule, have acoustics in mind. A glass fiber core provides high acoustical value. It is a versatile core material constructed of noncombustible fibrous glass mat bonded and manufactured into a rigid board. It can be cut to specified shapes and sizes. Edges can be profiled to produce a variety of details and are typically reinforced with chemical hardeners. The ability to use the panel as a tackable surface, impact resistance, cleanability, fabric interchangeability, design cycle and costs are important design factors. Tacwall® panels are made of a lightweight mineral fiberboard. The inorganic mineral fibers resist moisture which minimizes expansion and warpage. The environment in which the panel performs is often a forgotten element, which must be addressed during the design stage. At Signature Craft, we strongly believe that the proper acoustical panel system should be chosen first, as this selection controls the types of finishes. All acoustical panel systems attach the fabric in one of two ways, either by stretching the fabric over the core material (Snap-Tex®), or the fabric is adhesively applied (Truetone®, Tacwall®, or Chroma®). Systems that stretch the fabric over the core material (Snap-Tex®), also known as stretched fabric wall systems, are inherently superior because they have more flexibility. The fabric can be replaced and such systems are easily cleaned by normal upholstery cleaning methods. Snap-tex® has a rigid polymer track that resists cracking onto which the fabric is tension attached and assembled on site, thus minimizing the lead-time. Stretched fabric wall systems are much more adaptable to “site built” conditions, and have much finer fit tolerances under varying substrates and adjoining work conditions. In addition, since they stretch the fabric over the acoustical material and not adhesively applied, the fabric will not mirror the surface characteristics of the infill or substrates. Pre-manufactured panels (Truetone®, Tacwall®, or Chroma®) use an adhesive procedure to fasten the fabric to an acoustical core material. This type of panel makes up the overwhelming majority of pre-manufactured acoustical panels applications. Pre-manufactured fabric wrapped panels were the first panel type to become popular in the marketplace and are generally less expensive. Price tends to outweigh the limitations of adaptability, cleaning and repair costs, tolerances, and fit issues. Always remember that there are limits to types of fabrics and finishes that work well with this type panel system, and that industry tolerances are + or — 1/16” of an inch thickness, edges, dimension, radii, cord. And these tolerances can be on top of any drywall, CMU, or adjoining work tolerances. Generally very fine fits that may be desirable in high end office finishes are not possible. Clearly mockups should be done so that the end users expectations can be properly engineered. There are (definite) limits to the fabrics and finishes that can safely work with this panel system. Framed stretched fabric panels usually have PVC or aluminum frames. Aluminum is superior as it is more rigid than PVC and is very durable. However, the aluminum frame rigidity does not allow any flexibility. PVC framed panels have proven too flexible to install with quality joints, producing less-than-optimum results. Framed panels are no longer in wide use as the advent of resin hardened fiberglass edges made the need for a frame obsolete.

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Only the most stable, purpose-designed panel fabrics should be used with fabric wrapped acoustical or tackable panels. These types of woven fabrics undergo minimal expansion and contraction caused by humidity and/or temperature changes. Always keep in mind that operators of large spaces, such as theaters and conference facilities often regulate the HVAC units, causing temperature and/or humidity levels to rise or fall. The fluctuation in temperature and/or humidity can have disastrous effects such as bubbling or sagging on acoustical panels covered with a fabric or vinyl having a high moisture regain or dimensional instability. Other considerations are jobsite readiness, material handling, prolonged storage and/or transportation that do not reflect environmental conditions approximating that of occupancy. Pre-manufactured panels (Truetone®, Tacwall®, or Chroma®) are best used where quality of appearance and stable fabrics are desirable. Lower parameters in these areas equal lower cost, often desirable for the short life cycle installations. Installation is aesthetically compromised because this type of fabric wrapped panel is rigid as a result of the acoustical core material, regardless if framed or not. Dealing with variations in the drywall, structural substrate and adjoining ceiling or vertical work makes this pre-manufactured product second to a stretched fabric wall system. Exceptions are when such fabric wrapped panels are mounted independent of each other and where variations in the dimension of the fabric wrapped panel cannot be detected. The pre-manufactured panel industry has mutually agreed on a tolerance of +/- 1/16 of an inch for thickness, edge straightness, overall length and width, chords,radii and diameters, squareness from corner to corner as published by the CISCA Acoustical Wall Panel Committee. Now you have an idea of the proper panel system to use. At this time the architect or designer should have discussions with the client regarding finish-level expectations, costs, scheduling, lead-times and expected environmental conditions. The panel fabric selection is the next step in the process; compatible with design criteria, the effect of lighting on the finish should be considered. The fabric industry offers many products designed specifically for acoustical panels. It should be noted that there is a difference between the terms “can be used for” and “designed specifically for” and “has been used.” Most fabric manufacturers claim their fabrics literally can be used for just about any purpose. But are they really suitable? Most fabric wrapped panels are basically acoustical in nature. Occasionally other performance criteria may need to be integrated. The panel fabric selection or finish must be acoustically transparent for the fabric wrapped panel to function properly in the space. Secondly, the panel fabric selection or finish must function properly on the chosen panel system within the environmental conditions of the space. The guidelines below outline Signature Craft’s considerations in choosing a fabric for a fabric wrapped panel system. We recommend specifically designed acoustical panel fabrics. These are fabrics that are 66" wide and 100% polyester, and make up 90% of the market. Such fabrics are acoustically transparent, work well on typical panel core material or site-built system, in every normal or nominal environment, and pass all widely accepted fire codes. Be aware that flame-retardant chemicals can be very corrosive to tacks, which can rust and then stain the fabric finish. We recommend inherently flame-retardant fabrics. Signature Craft is of the opinion that the panel fabric selection or finish choice should be aesthetically pleasing, have durability, and work with the type of acoustical panel system best suited to your client’s space and budget. The design professional can get wedged in a clash between the client’s expectations and the manufacturer’s recommendation of the acoustical panel system. We must try to make many potentially conflicting design elements work together. A mockup aids the design team in bringing out

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issues that might be related to substrate qualities. The panel fabric selection is only one piece of the puzzle. Mockups prior to full scale manufacture under jobsite conditions are highly recommended to assess substrate quality, fit, lighting issues, and fabric appearance. There are acoustical panel fabrics available, designed specifically for acoustical panel systems. They are not dual-purpose fabrics, though they may be adaptable for other uses. Keep in mind; the fabric industry is in business to sell fabrics. Manufacturers such as Signature Craft do not manufacture the fabric or finishes, but can end up linked to the performance and the aesthetic appearance of the end result. A knowledgeable acoustical panel manufacturer or site-built system contractor will reject fabrics with any significant content of natural fibers such as cotton or linen; or synthetic fibers such as Rayon or Nylon. Fabrics with these characteristics are unstable under certain environmental conditions. If these fabrics are used they must be in a stable environment, using a high tension, site-built stretched fabric wall system like Snap-Tex速. Thin fabrics should be avoided since they are very susceptible to adhesive bleed through when used on the typical fabric wrapped panel. When used on a stretched fabric wall system the thin fabric can slip out of the track under slight pedestrian pressure. Thin fabrics can also be translucent, which may result in the read through of the core material color and texture. Coarsely woven fabrics can also exhibit this characteristic. Site-built stretched fabric wall systems avoid adhesive bleed through problems. A lining or fiberglass scrim should be considered if fabric read through is undesirable in both fabric wrapped or stretched fabric wall systems. Light colored, finely woven and shiny fabrics are subject to distortions from the weaving process, from stretching during manufacturing, stretching during installation or when adhered to substrates that are within normal surface tolerance. Under various lighting conditions or viewing angles these distortions can look unattractive. The distortions are very evident if the panel is washed in direct lighting mounted at or slightly above eye level. Heavy, stiff fabrics or wall coverings may not tailor well on the edges or corners of fabric wrapped panels. In addition they often resist lying flat across the core material because they are difficult to stretch. There are some vinyls on the market designed specifically for wall covering that carry the label of panel fabric. Care should be taken to check with Signature Craft before you specify one of these fabrics to make sure it will work on the panel core material you have specified. The inability to adhere these fabrics to the core material can be a problem and may require additional laminating methods that can severely affect acoustical performance. Patterned fabrics should not be used without extensive research and thought. Always keep in mind that fabrics with a pattern can be very difficult to match at the seams. Patterns are usually off register to some degree, and the panel size itself dictates whether a match is possible. When a particular patterned fabric is able to match up on side by side panels, or can be installed in a stretched fabric wall system, then the pattern and register will govern the subdivision of the design. Stretched fabric acoustical wall panel systems have an advantage when you want to use patterned fabrics as they allow for the sewing of the seams, so you can force a match if there is not too much of a register problem. The installer will then stretch out the distortion caused by forcing the match when he applies the fabric. This requires the use of Snap-Tex速, or some other high tension stretched fabric acoustical wall panel system. Backed fabrics and vinyl wall coverings can be used as a panel finish for pre-manufactured panels, but need perforating for greater acoustical transparency. Such materials may need special backings so they can properly adhere to the acoustical core material. Unstable backing materials should not be used on

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fabrics that are going to be used to cover a pre-manufactured acoustical panels. Heavy stiff vinyls and heavily backed fabrics do not tailor well creating unsightly corners. Care should be taken to investigate their expansion and contraction characteristics. Their use is not recommended. Painted (Chroma速) acoustical panels are also available from Signature Craft. This type of panel is not well suited for use at pedestrian height, as they are easily damaged. Paint touch up and repairs may not be aesthetically pleasing, and effects acoustical transparency. The appearance can be subjective due to lighting conditions, finish type, and the diversity in panel surfaces. Mockups should be done when using painted panels because of the subjective nature of their appearance. They are also known to pick up colors from adjoining finishes, causing them to look a lot different than intended. There are four basic methods of mounting acoustical panels, adhesive, hook and loop, Z-Clip, and magnetic mount. No one mounting type or system is suitable and best for all installations. Important factors involved are architectural design, appearance considerations, weight of the panels, location in which the panels will be installed, N.R.C. tolerances, etc. It is obvious the most important consideration is the secure and safe installation. Once the security question has been resolved, the other factors can be considered in order to achieve the most aesthetically pleasing appearance of the installation. In general, most pre-manufactured panel installations can be done easily and inexpensively. The most common of all installations is adhesive mounting. The second most popular method is the Z-Clip mount, followed by the hook and loop, and finally magnetic mounting. What one must consider is the direct or sheer force being greater than the bonding power of the glass fibers to each other. Using our powerful impaler clips in addition to adhesive adds powerful mechanical backup and effectively blocks any negative sheer forces. Always question using Z-clips. Z-clips make the panels a slave to the substrates. Substrates can be uneven causing the panels to be uneven, making it impossible to have nice butt joints with adjacent panels or maintain normal tolerances with adjoining work. This method is best used when panels are independent or in designs using reveals. It should be noted that under certain seismic conditions Z-clip panels can unload and need to be locked in or backed up with adhesive, which negates what many people think is their advantage. A variety of installation methods are available once the acoustical panel system is chosen. The method of applying the panel system to the substrate is equally as important as the materials you choose. Signature Craft can recommend a mounting method based on the type of acoustical panel system, the environment, substrate, and other design criteria. Mock-ups under environmental and lighting conditions that approximate those of occupancy are highly suggested. The designer or owner should clearly communicate this requirement in the specifications. An approved mock-up can be used as a standard of quality for the remaining work and allows everyone to see what the finished panel system will look like. This process allows the evaluation of the effects of actual space lighting. It is our experience that mock-ups have caught potential problems early enough to prevent disastrous situations and expensive fixes. Because the process must occur very close to the end of the project, the use of stretched fabric wall systems are most advantageous. Please contact Signature Craft to help you evaluate core materials, panel fabrics, and mounting methods. Testing of fabrics on various types of acoustical panel systems can be provided. Signature Craft manufactures and installs acoustical Truetone速, Tacwall速, and Snap-Tex速 acoustical wall panel systems.

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Acoustical Product Line

Signature Craft

has a wide variety of sound controlling solutions

in our acoustical product line. Our product line runs the full gamut, from the basic absorptive wall panel to very sophisticated acoustical banners.

Signature Craft

also fabricates and installs drapery

treatments, ceiling clouds, diffusers, reflective panels, and site built stretched fabric wall panel systems. The basic products in the Truetone速 acoustical panel line raises the bar for the rest of the industry in product construction, acoustical performance, appearance, and quality. What sets

Signature Craft

apart is our ability to create and install solutions to special aesthetic designs requiring unique shapes, fabrication, constructions, and materials.

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Truetone® Acoustical Panels The Truetone® acoustical panel is Signature Craft’s most cost effective Installation method pre-manufactured product. It is ideal for any space that does not have (see Installation Instructions) special requirements in terms of impact resistance. The Truetone® Chemically hardened edges acoustical panel is a multipurpose product used for either ceilings or walls, in both flat and curved, applications. Truetone® acoustical panels have excellent sound absorption qualities and can be placed in any area where sound is a concern. Chemically hardened edges are recommended for abuse resistance and handling ease. Each panel is fabric wrapped, returned on all four sides, having tailored corners, no exposed edges, and can be mounted on virtually any surface. General Specifications: • Typical thickness: 1" ~ 4" (other sizes available) • Cut to fit sizes: up to 48" x 120" (other sizes available) • Typical fiberglass density: 6 ~ 7 pcf (other densities available) • Face Finishes: fabrics, painted panel (Chroma®), perforated vinyl or customer’s own material (C.O.M.). Finishes must be evaluated and approved by Signature Craft • Installation methods: adhesive, Z-Clip, impaler clip hook and loop or magnetic (see Installation Instructions) • Edge details: square, eased, radius, bevel, or modified miter • Corner details: square, radius, trapezoidal, or bevel • Shapes: custom shapes and artwork are available • Edge treatment: reinforced with chemical hardeners Acoustical fiberglass core

• Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated (representative assembly tests available upon request)

Wall substrate • Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics (see Installation Instructions) • Acoustical performance: varies upon fiberglass thickness, face finish and installation method. (representative N.R.C. values shown below) Note that Truetone® acoustical panels are tested with chemically hardened edges, which are typical of most installations and slightly reduce the Noise Reduction Control (N.R.C.) value. Chemically hardened edges prevent sound absorption from the edges of the panels, which in most installations are not exposed, but are in the ASTM 423 test Acoustical Performance Thickness" 125Hz 0.50 0.01 0.75 0.03 1.00 0.10 1.50 0.13 2.00 0.38 3.00 0.77 4.00 0.83

250Hz 0.03 0.17 0.27 0.57 0.72 0.91 0.84

500Hz 0.30 0.54 0.80 0.88 1.09 1.12 1.26

1000Hz 0.80 0.80 1.06 1.04 1.10 1.19 1.24

2000Hz 1.06 1.06 1.07 1.07 1.04 1.23 1.25

4000Hz 1.03 1.03 1.05 1.04 1.06 1.21 1.24

Lining or scrim (optional) Fabric or other face finish as selected Truetone® panels are made to industry standard tolerances of +/— 1/16 inch for: • Thickness • Edge straightness • Overall length and width • Chords, radii and diameters • Squareness from corner to corner N.R.C. 0.55 0.70 0.80 0.90 1.00 1.10 1.15

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Truetone® Hi-Impact Panels The Truetone® Hi-Impact acoustical panel has excellent sound absorption qualities and can be used for either ceiling or wall in both flat and curved applications. Truetone® Hi-Impact acoustical panels are constructed of 6 ~ 7 pcf density acoustical fiberglass, faced with an abuse resistant tackable 16 ~ 18 pcf molded acoustical fiberglass board. The Truetone® Hi-Impact acoustical panels are appropriate in areas where sound control, abuse-resistance, or a tackable surface would be beneficial, such as conference rooms, lecture halls, gymnasiums, or playrooms. Each panel is fabric wrapped, returned on all four sides, having tailored corners, no exposed edges, and can be mounted on virtually any surface.

Installation method (see Installation Instructions) Chemically hardened edges

General Specifications: • Typical thickness: 1 1/8" ~ 4 1/8" (other sizes available) • Cut to fit sizes: up to 48" x 120" (other sizes available) • Typical fiberglass density: 6 ~ 7 pcf (other densities available) with a 1/8" 16 ~ 18 pcf impact resistant face • Face Finishes: fabrics, painted panel (Chroma®), perforated vinyl or customer’s own material (C.O.M.). Finishes must be evaluated and approved by Signature Craft • Installation methods: adhesive, Z-Clip, impaler clip, hook and loop or magnetic (see Installation Instructions) • Edge details: square, eased, radius, bevel, or modified miter • Corner details: square, radius, trapezoidal, or bevel

Acoustical fiberglass core

• Shapes: custom shapes from artwork are available

Wall substrate

• Edge treatment: reinforced with chemical hardeners

16 ~ 18 pcf Hi-Impact fiberglass face

• Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated (representative assembly tests available upon request)

Lining or scrim (optional)

• Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics (see Installation Instructions) • Acoustical performance: varies upon fiberglass thickness, face finish and installation method (representative N.R.C. values shown below) Note that Truetone® acoustical panels are tested with chemically hardened edges which are typical of most installations and slightly reduce the Noise Reduction Control (N.R.C.) value. Chemically hardened edges prevent sound absorption from the edges of the panels, which in most installations are not exposed, but are in the ASTM 423 test Acoustical Performance Thickness" 125Hz 1 1/8" 0.23 2 1/8" 0.64

250Hz 0.47 0.80

500Hz 0.94 1.03

1000Hz 1.04 1.01

2000Hz 0.95 0.95

4000Hz 0.98 1.00

Fabric or other face finish as selected Truetone® panels are made to industry standard tolerances of +/— 1/16 inch for: • Thickness • Edge straightness • Overall length and width • Chords, radii and diameters • Squareness from corner to corner

N.R.C. 0.85 0.95

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Truetone® Septum & Superseptum The Truetone® Septum and Superseptum acoustical panels have the most abuse-resistant components. They are typically used for ceiling, or flat wall applications. The difference is in the fabrication process. The Septum acoustical panels are faced with a perforated copolymer and fabric wrapped. The Superseptum acoustical panels, front and sides, are faced with a perforated copolymer only. The Superseptum acoustical panels are industrial in nature and appearance as well as showing the color of the fiberglass core through the perforations. In addition this type of panel is prone to mold and dust buildup, thus potentially increasing maintenance costs. Septum and Superseptum acoustical panels are ideal for gymnasiums, corridors, multipurpose rooms, and any other area where these panels are subject to extreme activity or abuse.

Installation method (see Installation Instructions) Chemically hardened edges

General Specifications: • Typical thickness: 1 1/8" ~ 4 1/8" (other sizes available) • Cut to fit sizes: up to 48" x 96" (other sizes available) • Typical fiberglass density: 6 ~ 7 pcf (other densities available) • Face Finishes: fabrics, perforated vinyl or customer’s own material (C.O.M.). Finishes must be evaluated and approved by Signature Craft • Installation methods: adhesive,impaler clips*, Z-Clip, hook and loop or magnetic (see Installation Instructions*) • Edge details: square, eased, custom fabrication required for-radius, bevel, or modified miter • Corner details: square, custom fabrication required for-radius, trapezoidal, or bevel

Acoustical fiberglass core

• Edge treatment: reinforced with chemical hardeners, if required and/or returned copolymer

Perforated copolymer face including sides for Superseptum panel

• Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated (representative assembly tests available upon request)

Lining or scrim (optional)

• Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics (see Installation Instructions)

Fabric or other face finish as selected on septum panel, not applicable on Superseptum

Wall substrate

• Acoustical performance: varies upon fiberglass thickness, face finish and installation method. (representative N.R.C. values shown below) Note that Truetone® acoustical panels are tested with chemically hardened edges which is typical of most installations and slightly reduce the Noise Reduction Control (N.R.C.) value. Chemically hardened edges prevent sound absorption from the edges of the panels, which in most installations are not exposed, but are in the ASTM 423 test Acoustical Performance Thickness" 125Hz 1 1/8" 0.12 2 1/8" 0.51

250Hz 0.29 0.74

500Hz 0.84 1.08

1000Hz 1.10 1.04

2000Hz 0.99 1.08

4000Hz 0.91 0.97

Truetone® panels are made to industry standard tolerances of +/— 1/16 inch for: • Thickness • Edge straightness • Overall length and width • Chords, radii and diameters • Squareness from corner to corner

N.R.C. 0.80 1.00

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Tacwall® Tacwall® or Tacpanels are acoustical panels that can be used for both flat and curved wall applications. A designer or architect must clearly specify curved installation, if required. Tacwall® is constructed of a lightweight mineral fiber board material. This product is a tackable panel with moderate sound absorption qualities when perforated mineral fiber board is specified. Tacwall® is an appropriate acoustical panel for walls, workstations, presentation and other areas where a tackable surface is of value. Each panel is fabric wrapped, returned on all four sides, having tailored corners, no exposed edges and may be mounted on virtually any surface.

Installation method (see Installation Instructions)

General Specifications: • Typical thickness: 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" (other sizes available) • Cut to fit sizes: up to 48" x 120" (other sizes available) • Mineral fiber board core density: varies with acoustical and tackable requirements • Face finishes: fabrics, perforated or solid vinyl or customer’s own material (C.O.M.). Finishes must be evaluated and approved by Signature Craft • Installation methods: adhesive, hook and loop, or magnetic (see Installation Instructions) magnetic, hook and loop can be used on small panels only • Edge details: square, eased, radius, or bevel • Corner details: square, radius, trapezoidal, or bevel • Shapes: can be custom shaped from artwork, or mosaics • Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated (representative assembly tests available upon request) • Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics (see Installation Instructions) • Acoustical Performance: the Noise Reduction Control (N.R.C.) range: 0.20 ~ 0.50 (dependent upon fabric used, mineral fiber board thickness, density, perforation, and installation detail) Acoustical Performance Thickness" S.T.C rating 3/8" 24 1/2" 25

N.R.C 0.25 0.30 ~ 0.35

Mineral fiberboard core (can be perforated for enhanced acoustical performance) Fabric or other face finish as selected Wall substrate

(Based on perforated product only)

*Heavy solid vinyls do not tailor well at the corners and many are not recommended by their manufacturer for this use.

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Truetone® Lay in Acoustical Ceiling Panels Truetone® acoustical ceiling panels are constructed from 3 ~ 7 pcf density acoustical fiberglass that may be laminated with lightweight mineral fiber board, or faced with other acoustical materials. An optional foil septum is available, as well as scrim or liner. Truetone® acoustical ceiling panels have excellent sound absorption qualities and are appropriate in offices and areas where escaping sound is a concern. Each acoustical panel can have a tegular reveal or fit flush with the ceiling grid. General Specifications: • Typical thickness: 1", 1 1/2", or 2" (other sizes available) • Cut to fit sizes: all common grid sizes and types can be accommodated • Face finishes: fabrics, painted panel (Chroma®), perforated vinyl or customer’s own material (C.O.M.). Finishes must be evaluated and approved by Signature Craft • Edge details: square, bevel tegular, square tegular, or radius tegular • Shapes: grid configurations • Edge treatment: reinforced with chemical hardeners, if specified • Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated (representative assembly tests available upon request) • Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics (see Installation Instructions) • Acoustical Performance: dependent upon fabric used, mineral fiber board thickness, fiberglass thickness, density perforation and installation detail

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Truetone速 Lay in Acoustical Ceiling Panels Foil septum (optional) Mineral fiber board Acoustical fiberglass core Lining or scrim (optional)

Standard Square

Fabric or other finish as selected

Foil septum (optional) Mineral fiber board Acoustical fiberglass core Lining or scrim (optional)

Bevel Tegular

Fabric or other finish as selected Chemically hardened edges

Foil septum (optional) Mineral fiber board Acoustical fiberglass core Lining or scrim (optional)

Square Tegular

Fabric or other finish as selected Chemically hardened edges

Foil septum (optional) Mineral fiber board Acoustical fiberglass core Lining or scrim (optional)

Radius Tegular

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Truetone® Baffles, Clouds & Banners Truetone® baffles and clouds are acoustical panels constructed typically from 3 ~ 7 pcf density acoustical fiberglass board with excellent sound absorbing qualities. They are suspended from the ceiling vertically (baffles) or horizontally (clouds). Baffles and clouds can be any shape, multidimensional, and are used in areas needing additional sound control. Various construction techniques are possible including sewn baffle bags, or custom sewn shapes that also function as drapery or banners.

Side Views Square edge

Bevel edge General Specifications: • Typical thickness: 1" ~ 4" • Cut to fit sizes: up to 48" x 120", or larger if design is segmented (sewn drapery)

Square edge

• Face finishes: fabrics, painted panel (Chroma®), perforated vinyl or customer’s own material (C.O.M.). Finishes must be evaluated and approved by Signature Craft • Installation methods: suspended, attached to eyebolt, or “T” screwed to a seismic class five imbedded mounting. Baffle bags and banners are grommeted

Radius edge

• Edge details: square, eased, radius, bevel, or modified miter • Corner details: square, radius, trapezoidal, or bevel

Radius edge

• Shapes: can be custom shaped from artwork, or mosaics • Edge treatment: reinforced with chemical hardeners, if required • Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated (representative assembly tests available upon request)

Radius edge

• Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics • Acoustical Performance: dependent upon fabric used, fiberglass thickness, density, perforation and installation detail. We recommend consulting with an acoustical engineer for product and design specifications

Square edge

Eased edge Truetone® panels are made to industry standard tolerances of +/— 1/16 inch for: • Thickness • Edge straightness • Overall length and width • Chords, radii and diameters • Squareness from corner to corner

Square edge

Modified Miter edge See Truetone Acoustical performance chart on page 12.

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Truetone速 Baffles, Clouds & Banners Truetone速 Baffles Eye bolt or cable Chemically hardened edges Fabric or other face finish as selected

Lining or scrim (optional) Foil septum (optional)

Acoustical fiberglass core

Truetone速 Clouds Tee channel (optional) Foil septum (optional)

Internal metal plate

Chemically hardened edges Fabric or other face finish as selected Field installed, (screw must draw down on internal plate)

Lining or scrim (optional)

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Edge Details

Truetone® acoustical panels offer five different edges which allow you to achieve different and distinct looks. The five choices are; square, eased, radius, bevel, or modified miter. Square edges should be used when inconspicuous lines are desired. Eased, radius, bevel, or modified miter edges should be used when the lines are to be highlighted. Custom edges are available upon request and with Signature Craft’s evaluation and approval.

Notes: • Edges can also be used to create a “border” effect. This look is achieved by using square edges where panels butt together and an eased, radius, bevel, or modified mitered edge around the perimeter • Mitered edges must be modified to insure straightness and proper fit with adjoining work. Bevels are typically 1/4" or 1/2" proportional to thickness of core material • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation

Edge Details

Square

Eased

Radius

Bevel

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Modified Miter

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Corner Details Truetone® and Tacwall® acoustical panels offer four different corner details, square, radius, trapezoidal, or bevel. Square corners are typical where butt joints are primarily used. Radius corners are typically used on stand alone panels. Trapezoidal corners allow for unique shapes and dynamic aesthetics. Beveled corners add dimension to any acoustical panel.

Notes: • Corners can create a “border” effect. This look is achieved by using square edges where panels butt together and a radius, or bevel corner around the perimeter • Radius is typical of 2" (other radius by special order) • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation

Radius Top Radius Bottom

Corner Details (Front View)

Square Top Square Bottom

Trapezoidal

Square Top Radius Bottom

Bevel Top Bevel Bottom

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Truetone® Reflectors and Diffusers Truetone® acoustical diffusers and reflective panels encompass the full range of shapes traditionally available in the industry. Requests for custom shapes and constructions are welcomed. Truetone® diffusers are available for wall, ceiling and suspended mounting, as well as being offered in both barrel and pyramidal shapes. All Truetone® diffusers are available in Glass Reinforced Gypsum (GRG), or Flame Retardant Plastic (FRP). Truetone® diffusers do an excellent job of evenly distributing sound in a space and also contribute to low frequency absorption. Reflectors are made up of a solid core material typically flat in nature and used to reflect sound.

TRUETONE GRG or FRP Diffusers

BD1848 BD2448 BD2472

General Specifications for Diffusers: • Typical construction: GRG, FRP (custom infill by special order)

BD2496

• Cut to fit sizes: see schedule of sizes (other sizes available) • Face Finishes: orange peal gel-coat, fabric, or painted

BD3096

• Installation methods: wall, lay in grid, or suspended (see Installation Instructions)

BD3696

• Shapes: barrel, pyramidal, (other shapes available) • Special features: seismic safety chain mounting points and chain, if specified • Flammability: all components ASTM E84 Class A rated, or noncombustible (representative assembly tests available upon request)

BD3660 BD3672

• Mock-ups are recommended for proper production and installation tolerances and aesthetics

BD3648

• Acoustical Performance: varies upon construction, face finish and installation method. We recommend consulting with an acoustical engineer for product and design specifications. Variance of N.R.C. is approximately from .05 N.R.C. to .35 N.R.C.

BD4848 BD4872 BD4896

BD3672 W GRG

BD6036 BD7236

WIDTH (In inches)

MOUNT W = Wall T = T-Bar L = Lay-in

LENGTH SHAPE (In inches) BD = Barrel Diffuser PD = Pyramidal Diffuser

BD7248 MATERIAL GRG FRP

PD2424 PD4848

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Truetone速 Reflectors and Diffusers

1/8" nominal

Pop Rivet 2"

1" x 1" x 6" FRP angle (safety chain by others) to be attached for ceiling or suspended mount only (optional))

1"x1" angle to be attached by installer NOTE: Eye bolt, wire or other hanging hardware provided by installation contractor.

2" typical

1/8" nominal

SUSPENDED CEILING DETAIL

3/8" nominal

Reinforcing if required. (Safety chain by others to be attached for ceiling or suspended mount only (optional))

LAY-IN CEILING DETAIL

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The modern workplace generates tremendous amounts of “noise pollution,” and the requirements of modern interactive communication, demand products and construction techniques that reduce undesirable noise and improve communication. The effects of not doing so are far too expensive to ignore.

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Installation Instructions

Adhesive/Impaler Clip Mount

When to Use Adhesive/Impaler Clip Mount: The adhesive mount method is the fastest, best fitting, and most economical way to install panels. Most panel sizes may be installed by using this method giving a clean, professional look. Truetone® and Tacwall® panels mounted in this manner are removable so aesthics can be changed or damaged panels can be replaced. If additional support against sheer force is desired, impaler clips can be used as well as an “L” or “J” channel mounted to the wall along the bottom of the panel. fig. 1 Instructions for Adhesive Mount: • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation • Installation should not begin until jobsite is clean with lighting and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) approximating that of occupancy. Do not install panels unless jobsite conditions are as required by specification • Panels should not be installed in temperatures less than 60° F, since below this temperature most construction adhesives lose their effectiveness. Use fresh, good quality, fast setting construction adhesive (Liquid Nail, Cove Base Adhesive). Impaler clips may also be used as mechanical backup or to hold Truetone® panels in position until the adhesive sets (Impaler clips are available for an additional cost) • With the back side of the panel facing you, apply dabs of adhesive approximately every 16" staying 3" from edge of panel. Stagger new row of adhesive and continue until panel is covered (see fig.1) • Place panel in position and firmly press the entire panel against the structural substrate. Slide back and forth approximately 1". Slowly pull the panel back from the wall 2" to 3" and allow the adhesive to flash for approximately 20 seconds • Reposition the panel, pressing it firmly against the structural substrate while paying attention to the aesthetic appearance

Panel Adhesive

• Secure panel until adhesive sets

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Z-Clip Mount When to Use Z-Clip Mount: The Z-Clip mounting method is used most often where individual spot-control panels are required, such as in a music room or high abuse areas in which panels are typically mounted up off the floor. Their advantage is they are very easily removed. Design considerations are also important with Z-Clip mounted panels as they require a 1" reveal left at the top of the treatment in order to load the panels. Certain corner and miter details are not possible with these panels because of the manner in which they must be loaded. In some cases there will be a 1/8" ~ 3/16" gap behind the panel allowing for the thickness of the clip. Keep this in mind especially where panels die into a corner where you will be able to see this gap or in situations where the public can push on these panels. The Z-clip mount does not yield the highest level of fit as it is a slave to the substrate and adjoining work.

Z-Clip fig. 1

Instructions for Z-Clip Mount: (or Any Product That Has Our Internal Plate Seismic Mounting Design)

• Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation • Installation should not begin until jobsite is clean with lighting and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) approximating that of occupancy • Gypsum board-Where it is impractical to screw through to studs, use of an appropriate screw anchor is recommended • Masonry-Screw anchors, masonry screws, hollow wall anchors and/or toggle bolts • Steel or aluminum clips may be screwed directly to the wall • The Z-Clip and panel screws are provided, but not attached at time of shipment and must be field applied • All panels 1"+ thickness will have a 4" external plate adhered to the back of the panel and a 6" internal plate inserted into the panel (Internal plate extends to panel edge)

Panel 6" Internal plate

• Install self tapping screw until Z-Clip “draws down”. Then back it off a half turn to insure proper and straight alignment of Z-Clip • Z-Clip must be mounted on the panel and mirrored on the substrate in perfect alignment

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4" External Plate

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• Signature Craft must be informed in advance if Z-Clip mounted panels are to be used on a ceiling application. Signature Craft will guarantee ceiling panels only if internal plates are used. An optional tether should be used if Z-Clip mounted panels are not blocked in • Z-Clip installation makes the panel a slave to the substrate and is not recommended for a fine tolerance fit. Z-Clip is not factory installed and must be field applied • Z-Clips cannot be used with tack panels as mineral fiber board core material is not dense enough for screw attachment • Allow a 1" reveal at the top for panel loading, unloading, and all penetrations

fig. 2 Allow a 1" reveal for panel loading and unloading. Also applies to penetrations. Structural Ceiling or wall substrate

Chemically hardened edge Acoustical fiberglass core

External plate

Internal Plate Fabric or other face finish as selected

Z-Clips

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Hook and Loop Mount When to Use Hook and Loop Mount: The hook and loop mounting method is utilized when the panels being installed are small or light and you would like to reposition them from time to time. This is accomplished by attaching a “loop” pile to the back of the panel, and the “hook” part is attached to the wall. The panel is secured to the wall simply by adjoining the two parts. This method is used when easy removal and changing of the panel is required. It is obviously not as durable and strong as other installation methods. This method is subject to weight limitations and as with the Z-Clip method is difficult to shim for perfect alignment and a fine fit when substrate conditions are not perfect. Instructions for Hook and Loop Mount: • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation • Installation should not begin until jobsite is clean with lighting and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) approximating that of occupancy • Loop component will always be laminated to panels unless otherwise specified There are two types of hook components: A. Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) is used for smooth, non-porous surfaces (metal, glass, plastics). • Make sure wall surface is free of dirt and debris • Place PSA backed hook onto the loop strips on the back of the panel • Peel backings from hook strips • Skip “B” Go to “C”

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Hook and Loop Mount B. Rigid is used for porous surfaces (wood, masonry block, gypsum board). This component must be screwed or stapled to the wall (screw heads must recess) • Make sure wall surface is free of dirt and debris • Align panel on the wall and place perimeter marks on the wall • Lay the panel down and measure from outside edge the position of the loop strips • Duplicate the measurements on the wall and fasten hook strips appropriately C. Instructions Continued • Align one edge of the panel and slowly lay the rest of the panel in position • Check to make sure panel is aligned correctly, if not, slowly pull panel free, realign and set down again. When panel is correctly positioned, press firmly to interlock hook and loop • Removing a panel is best accomplished by starting at one corner and slowly lifting panel free, letting the hook and loop disengage a little at a time

fig. 1

Structure Wall

Loop

Hook

Panel

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Magnetic Mount When to Use the Magnetic Mount: The magnetic method is utilized when the fabric wrapped panels are mounted to steel. Advantages to this method are the attachment of the panel without penetration to the steel and the ease of removal. The disadvantage of this mounting is it will slave you to the quality of the substrate. Most often the substrate is a metal partition or metal filing cabinet or some other metal vertical surface where panels are mounted for spot acoustical control or tackable capabilities. Any Truetone® panel can easily be applied to your existing steel partition system to give you better acoustics and to dress up old or slightly dented partitions. Also the magnetic mount system keeps the panels moveable. Metal filing cabinets can be dressed up and improve efficiency using Signature Craft’s Tacwall® panels. Non-steel surfaces can have steel or a magnet attached to accommodate the magnetic mounting method.

fig. 1

Instructions for Magnetic Mount: • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation • Installation should not begin until jobsite is clean with lighting and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) approximating that of occupancy • Make sure panel magnets and steel surface are free of dirt and debris • Align one edge of the panel and slowly lay the rest of the panel down • Check to make sure panel is aligned correctly. If not, the panel must be pulled free, realigned and set down again. • If surface is not flat such as large dents or uneven partition joints, distortions may occur; This is best remedied by shimming with extra magnetic strips

2"x6" Magnetic strip

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Panel

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Magnetic Mount

fig. 2

Movable Steel Partition

Removable magnetically mounted fabric wrapped acoustical panel

fig. 3

Metal File Cabinet Mounting

Magnetically mounted tacpanel

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Cutouts

When to use cutouts: Cutouts are needed to accommodate electrical boxes and similar wall or ceiling penetrations. Other penetrations may require field cuts (see Field Cuts) Instructions for Cutouts: The following instructions are for electrical boxes with cover plates and can be used for other penetrations. • Remove cover plate. Put longer screws in cover plate mounting holes, or use box extension with the screws protruding • Place panel in exact location and press firmly at position of switch box causing screws to make an indentation in the back of the panel • Remove panel and place plate on back side of panel so screw holes line up with indentations of panel • Mark a line around the cover plate. (see fig. 1) Measure a second line 3/16" inside the cover plate line. (see fig. 2) • Cut the second line scoring first, then successfully cutting deeper. Do NOT try to cut panel with one cut. Cut panel core only, taking care NOT to cut the fabric. Remove core • Cut fabric corner-to-corner in an “X” pattern (see fig. 3) • Spray adhesive on fabric and inside core opening (we recommend 3M Super 77 Multipurpose Adhesive Spray) • Wrap fabric inside and on back of core opening • Mount panel on wall and reinstall the cover plate

Note: Z-Clip method of installation is not recommended for designs with cutouts because of 1" reveal needed for loading and unloading.

Core cutout

Cover plate

Core cutout Fabric cut lines

fig. 1

fig. 2

fig. 3

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Field Cuts

When to use Field Cuts: Aesthetics and field conditions may require acoustical panels to have custom field cuts around doors, stairs, custom molding, etc.

Instruction for field cuts: • Place panel face side up. (see fig. 1) • Peel the fabric 6" beyond desired cut line. (see fig. 1) When adjoining conditions are unknown and field cutting will be required then no adhesive is applied to the cut side of the panel during fabrication if we are so directed. We term this "leave X side open". • Use a metal straight edge and very sharp utility knife. Cut downward from the face toward the back of the panel. Chemically hardened edges can not be trimmed down less than 1/8" • Do not try to cut panel with one cut. Make scoring cut first then successively deeper cuts. TAKE YOUR TIME! (see fig. 2) • Spray adhesive on face, edge and back of panel moderately. Spray adhesive on back of fabric lightly (we recommend 3M Super 77 Multipurpose Adhesive Spray). (see fig. 3) • Trim fabric excess and tailor the corners with sharp scissors. TAKE YOUR TIME!

6" minimum

fig.1

fig.2

fig.3

fig.4

2" minimum

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GRG & FRP Diffusers When to Use GRG & FRP Diffusers: GRG & FRP diffusers are used to evenly distribute sound in a given space such as movie theaters, lecture halls, etc. Instructions for wall mounted Glass Reinforced Gypsum (GRG) & Flame Retardant Plastic (FRP) Diffusers: • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation. • Installation should not begin until jobsite is clean with lighting and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) approximating that of occupancy. Installation of Brackets to Diffuser: • Determine whether you are installing a GRG or FRP diffuser. Diffusers may be mounted vertically or horizontally. • Position all four diffuser brackets 2" in from side edge of the diffuser, flush with the flange and attach with a screw if GRG or pop rivet if FRP. (see fig. 1)

fig.1 GRG

FRP

Pop rivet

Installation of Wall Brackets:

Screw

• At the desired location safely level the diffuser against the wall

Diffuser bracket

• Place a small horizontal and vertical mark on the wall indicating the top center of the diffuser. (see fig.3, “F”) • Determine the length from the outside edge of the diffuser to the first screw hole of the wall bracket. (see fig. 2, “G”) • Place another mark on the wall from mark “F” down the distance of dimension “G” (see fig. 3, “H”) • Scribe a level horizontal line on the wall from mark “H” (see fig. 3) • Determine the distance from center line of the diffuser “F” to the outside edge of the diffuser bracket. (see fig. 3, “I”) • On the scribe line place two small vertical marks the distance of dimension “I” in both directions left and right of center line. (see fig. 3) Secure wall brackets to the wall (wall fasteners per specifications) at these marks

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Diffuser bracket

GRG & FRP Diffusers

Mounting Diffuser to Wall: • Position the diffuser on the wall brackets and verify that the diffuser is level • Place a small mark on the wall at both bottom corners (see fig. 3, “J”) • Remove the diffuser and clean the area on the wall in the proximity of the bottom diffuser brackets • Attach the self adhesive “loop” (of the hook and loop) to the bottom diffuser brackets. (see fig. 4)

top diffuser bracket

• Press the “hook” (of the hook and loop) to the “loop” already attached to the bottom diffuser bracket. Peel the backing exposing the adhesive Dim. “G”

• Reposition the diffuser onto the wall brackets holding the bottom of the diffuser away from the wall until correctly aligned with mark “J”.

wall bracket screw hole wall bracket

• Once correctly aligned with mark “J” firmly press bottom of the diffuser to the wall

fig. 2 2" F G H

scribe line

J C

fig. 3

loop bottom diffuser bracket

hook

fig. 4

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Truetone Baffles, Clouds & Banners When to Use Baffles, Clouds & Banners: Baffles and clouds have excellent sound absorbing qualities, are used in areas where additional sound control is desirable and typically suspended from the ceiling. Instructions for Truetone® Baffles, Clouds & Banners: • Mock-ups under jobsite lighting and finish conditions are strongly recommended. Installation should not begin until product is acclimated to environment for 24 hours prior to installation • Installation should not begin until jobsite is clean with lighting and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) approximating that of occupancy • Establish distance from ceiling grid to top of product (Dimension “A”). (see fig. 1) Deduct the height of the eyebolt and twist clip from (Dimension “A”) to establish (Dimension “B”). Cut specified wire 6" longer than Dimension “B” • Tie one end of specified wire to eyebolt. (see fig. 1) Measure to point on specified wire that corresponds with (Dimension “B”) Make 90° bend in wire at this measurement • Install grid clip or twist clip on ceiling grid. Pull specified wire through hole in twist clip to the bend. Tie off wire at this point and clip excess

fig. 1 “T” Channel of Ceiling grid

Grid clip or twist clip Dim. “B”

Dim. “A” Specified wire

Eye bolt

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Snap-Tex速 Acoustical Fabric Mounting System

Ceilings Sistema de montaje de tela acĂşstica Akustikstoff-Befestigungssystem

Flexible hinge Allows hundreds of flexes for fabric replacement and re-design.

Features & Benefits •Inter-locking, biased tensioned jaws. •Optional two faced tape for aligning patterned and woven fabrics while fabric is being stretched. •Simple, one-piece design. •Patented flexible hinge for unlimited flexing of the locking mechanism.

Inter-locking jaw The greater the tension, the tighter it holds.

•Track can easily be re-opened: For cleaning and replacement of fabric by installer. •Fabric is stretched over the substrate, not glued to it. •Almost any fabric can be specified. •Allows for a high tension application.

•Track can be wall or ceiling mounted, and is secured to the substrate both on the back edge and inside of the track on the front edge.

•INHERENTLY IMPACT RESISTANT.

•More in stock profiles than any competitive system. Custom profiles, trims, and reveals are available upon request.

•Patented system is sold to trained dealer/installers both nationally and internationally.

•Truly flush mounted–No track is ever exposed. •Track comes in standard 9' lengths, as well as custom lengths.

•Easy cleaning of fabric. •Components are damage resistant.

•System is assembled on site. •Snap-Span fabrics can be digitally imprinted in full color or projected upon.