Specification
Acoustic Ceiling Products (ACP) – Fasäde Thermoplastic Panels Section 09 51 01
May 21, 2014 PVC PANELS
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B. Verify that layout of panels will not interfere with other work.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install assembly in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and as supplemented in
this section.
Include the first paragraph below if a reflected ceiling plan is not included with the drawings; or the
subsequent paragraph if a reflected ceiling plan is included.
B. Lay out assembly to a balanced grid design with edge units no less than 50 percent of
acoustic unit size.
[OR]
C. Locate assembly on room axis according to reflected ceiling plan.
D. Cutting Panels: Using a utility knife and straight edge, score the finish side of the panel.
Bend panel at the score mark and snap apart.
Edit the two following paragraphs and sub-paragraphs, depending on whether panels will be surface
mounted, or lay-in style.
E. Surface Mounting:
1. Prepare substrate surface with primer.
2. Apply adhesive to substrate using a notched trowel or tube adhesive with proper
coverage.
3. Install border panels, then full panels, working across the room.
4. Overlap adjacent tiles 9 mm (3/8 inch) until ridges and dots align.
5. Once completed, firmly press all ceiling tiles to ensure proper adhesive bond.
F. T-bar Panel Mount:
1. If grid covers are used, install them prior to installing panels. Refer to GridMax
installation instructions.
2. Install border panels, then full panels working across the room.
3. To cut panels, measure distance between t-bar centers, or between the t-bar center
and closest edge of wall molding.
4. If hold-down clips are used, reach over the installed panel and snap over grid
members.
5. Glue 610 x 1220 mm (24 x 48 inch) panels in center to panel substrate, to prevent
sagging.
G. Perimeter Molding:
1. Install edge molding at intersection of ceiling and vertical surfaces into bead of
acoustic sealant that is not visible after installation.
2. Use single piece longest practical lengths.
3. Miter corners.