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PLANKS

Metal Planks are a versatile design material that allows architects to create a striking visual effect with their interior metal ceiling design. The wide choice of patterns, materials and colours can give a project a unique appearance.

General Information

Why Planks?

Metal planks are ideal for projects where either a high level of acoustic absorption is required or where visual quality of the ceiling is requested. The systems are also ideal for environments where regular access into the plenum is require

Characteristics

  • Installation as Lay-On planks, in C-grid or Hook-on system
  • Virtually unlimited choice in shapes and finishes offering versatility in ceiling design
  • Plank dimensions up to 1050mm in width and 2400mm in length
  • Strong acoustic performance when combined with acoustic pads
  • Easy access to the plenum and installations above the ceiling
  • An impact-resistant version is available for sport hall applications

Application

Metal planks are suitable for all building sectors including corporate, transport (airports, metro, bus & train stations) retail, leisure, public space, hospitality, healthcare, education and residential.

Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Design & Inspiration

Metal is a highly versatile material that can provide an array of extra visual effects to a ceiling. Individual customization of a ceiling can also be achieved by varying the shapes, their arrangement, the lighting and the colour.

The standard colour range consists of 225 RAL and NCS colours. A large number of the RAL colours are available on a short delivery time. In addition, there are several special metallic colours and chrome finishes available from the Stretch Metal palette. Other special colours are available on request.

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Material characteristics

Metal planks are designed to be installed on a choice of systems: lay-on corridor, lay-on bandraster, hook-on Z-profile or hook-on Safety Loop. Metal planks enhance the modular design pattern. Metal planks and systems can also be adapted to suit specific project requirements.
 
ALPHA (BANDRASTER)

Alpha parallel and Alpha cross planks are specifically conceived and designed to deliver infinite possibilities in terms of style and combinations.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = C-Grid panel
2 = C-Grid profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Nonius hanger
5 = C-Grid suspension shoe
6 = C-Grid profile splice
7 = Primary profile splice
8 = Wall bracket
9 = Cross connector
10 = Locking clips
ALPHA SD1 (BANDRASTER SWING-DOWN)

Alpha Swing-Down 1 metal ceiling systems swing down laterally and offer simple and customisable ceiling solutions.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Alpha SD plank
2 = Torsion-Spring profile
3 = Nonius hanger
4 = Suspension bracket
5 = Locking clips
6 = Torsion-Spring
ALPHA SD2 (BANDRASTER SWING-DOWN)

Alpha Swing-Down 2 metal ceiling systems swings and slides away to create large service openings for your convenience.
 
PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Alpha SD plank
2 = C-Grid profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Nonius hanger
5 = C-Grid suspension shoe
6 = Primary profile splice
7 = Locking clips
ALPHA SD3 (BANDRASTER SWING-DOWN)

Alpha parallel and Alpha cross are specifically conceived and designed to deliver infinite possibilities in terms of style and combinations.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Alpha SD plank
2 = Torsion-Spring profile
3 = Suspension element
4 = Suspension bracket
5 = Torsion-Spring
BETA A (HOOK-ON CONTINUOUS)

Beta Hook-On Singular metal ceiling systems are best for corridors or individual patterned ceiling solutions.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Hook-On plank
2 = Hook-On profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Suspension
BETA B (HOOK-ON CONTINUOUS)

Beta Hook-On Singular metal ceiling systems are best for corridors or individual patterned ceiling solutions.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Hook-On plank
2 = Hook-On profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Suspension
5 = Hook-On profile splice
6 = Primary profile splice
BETA (SAFETY-LOOP)

Beta Hook-On Safety-Loop when secure panels are important.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Hook-On plank
2 = Safety-Loop profile
3 = Locking plate with screw
4 = Nonius hanger
5 = Suspension element
BETA (ISOLA)

Use Beta Isola planks to create individually sized islands where design features or acoustics are a priority.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 600 x 2000 mm* (*Other dimensions on request)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Beta Isola plank
2 = Hook-On profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Suspension
5 = Locking clips
GAMMA (LAY-ON PLANKS)

Gamma Lay-On metal ceilings are offered in a wide range of sizes, with square edge details for standard grid options.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Lay-On Plank
2 = Bandraster profile (non HD)
3 = Suspension (non HD)
4 = Wall bracket (non HD)
DELTA B (TORSION-SPRING CONTINUOUS)

Alpha parallel and Alpha cross are specifically conceived and designed to deliver infinite possibilities in terms of style and combinations.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm* (For large dimensions contact our sales unit)

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Delta B plank
2 = C-Grid profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Nonius hanger
5 = C-Grid suspension shoe
6 = Primary profile splice
7 = Torsion-Spring
8 = Locking clips
DELTA G (GEOMETRIES)

Delta Torsion-Spring Geometries planks use geometrical panel shapes to create drama in the ceiling plane with a system that allows panels to swing down for plenum access.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Delta G plank
2 = C-Grid profile
3 = Primary profile
4 = Nonius hanger
5 = C-Grid suspension shoe
6 = Primary profile splice
7 = Torsion-Spring
8 = Locking clis
DELTA S (SEGMENTED)

Delta Torsion-Spring Segmented ceiling planks system is a popular alternative to curved panels, segmenting allows the use of downward accessible flat panels in a curved ceiling.

PANEL SIZES

- minimum 300 x 520 mm
- maximum 1050 x 2400 mm

TYPICAL ISOMETRICS

1 = Delta S plank
2 = Curved profile
3 = Torsion-Spring
4 = Nonius hanger
5 = Locking clips
ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE

The acoustic comfort in an office space, school or public building contributes to our well-being as poor acoustic comfort can affect health, communication, safety, productivity and learning. Hunter Douglas high performance acoustical ceiling products are the best solution to deliver outstanding acoustic performance, comfort and an aesthetic pleasing solution. With the Hunter Douglas Planks system an absorption value (αw) 0.75 can be obtained, depending on the ceiling and panel configuration.
 

More information about acoustics

More acoustic information can be found at the downloads section below.
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Planks Alpha Bandraster

Planks Beta Hook-on Continous

Planks Beta Hook-on Corridor

Planks Beta Hook-on Safetyloop

Planks Beta Hook-on Singular

Planks Delta Torsion Spring

Planks Gamma Lay-on

Planks Alpha Bandraster Torsion spring

Planks Alpha Bandraster Swingdown

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Planks Alpha Bandraster

Planks Beta Hook-on Continous

Planks Beta Hook-on Corridor

Planks Beta Hook-on Safetyloop

Planks Beta Hook-on Singular

Planks Delta Torsion Spring

Planks Gamma Lay-on

Planks Alpha Bandraster Torsion spring

Planks Alpha Bandraster Swingdown

Health and wellbeing

Hunter Douglas contributes to sustainable buildings through aesthetic solutions that enhance comfort and save energy. Promoting health and wellbeing of their occupants is arguably the most important function of buildings. Buildings are not constructed just to be energy efficient. Our shading solutions promote the use of healthy daylight without the hindrances of glare and thermal discomfort. Our acoustic ceilings are a key element in the provision of acoustic comfort.

Sound materials

Environmentally sound materials are key to sustainable buildings. Our strategy is to pick materials that have good environmental properties to start with. Many of our products are made of aluminum produced in our own smelters. We’ve optimized our processes to use up to 99% of recycled content to produce the right alloy for our products. Our wood is FSC certified and we embrace the Cradle to Cradle principle in our product development.

Energy savings

Reducing the energy use of the total building stock is key to the prevention of global warming. Most modern office buildings use more energy for cooling than heating. Effectively managing the solar energy that passes through the transparent part of the façade is a key strategy in the prevention of overheating in both old and new buildings. Our high performance shading solutions bring substantial energy savings, while at the same time promoting health and wellbeing.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Keen on Green is an important company-wide initiative to reduce energy consumption, water usage and our overall carbon-footprint. We embrace the ISO 14001 framework to actively manage our Keen on Green objectives. Hunter Douglas and its employees actively support the communities in which we live and work, as well as those on a more global scale. Business is people. We pride ourselves on our worldwide network of experienced, intelligent, passionate and creative people that have consciously chosen Hunter Douglas as their employer.

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Brochure Metal Ceilings Tile

Commercial Ceilings & Walls Product Guide

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Installation Instructions Planks ALPHA C Grid Bandraster

Installation Instructions Planks BETA A Hook on

Installation Instructions Planks BETA Safety loop interior

Installation Instructions Planks BETA B Hook on

Installation Instructions Planks GAMMA Lay on

Installation Instructions Planks Beta Isola