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Priory House in Bedfordshire featured acoustic vertical baffles and wall panels from SAS International. The clip-in hinge-down system was specified for reasons of aesthetics, accessibility and robustness as the corridors contain the main service routes. Total flexibility without compromising the building aesthetics was a key consideration, and this was achieved in this modern and minimalist design.

A new 11,00m building recently enjoyed the installation of Architectural Metalwork and Metal Ceilings from SAS International. The work was carried out at the new headquarters of McCann FitzGerald at one of Ireland's most significant development zones, the Grand Canal Harbour Docklands in Dublin. The ceilings were designed with the intention to mirror the form of the building. The square SAS System 330 'tartan grid' mega panels were used across all seven floors of the building, each matching the facade geometry. The company said the 'circular factory formed apertures for the luminaries and grills mirror the design of the central atrium'. The design also leant itself well to high acoustic standards which were achieved by using SAS acoustic pads. Additionally, the company was able to reduce installation times by manufacturing the components off-site using detailed plans

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Acoustic lighting rafts from SAS International have been installed in Hadley Learning Community. SAS system 600 rafts were suspended in linear arrays across the open soffit, which allows free air movement of the structural slab, enabling thermal mass cooling to take place. Rafts were chosen with a curved profile.

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Acoustic lighting rafts by SAS International have been applied to Lewisham Primary Care Trust's new centre for young people, Kaleidoscope. The curved profile System 600 modules were installed on all five levels of the building. The modules house single and dual central luminaries, fire alarm detectors and lighting control daylight sensors. Manufactured from metal with a powder finish, it can be directly suspended from the structural soffit.

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Offering an energy efficient solution to office air conditioning, CoolCeil from SAS International has been recognised by the Construction Products Association. The chilled ceiling and beam system was chosen as one of seven products to be featured in the energy and carbon saving category of the 2006 edition of Construction Products Innovation and Achievement (CPIA). It is designed to provide quiet, draught-free cooling by means of natural convection and radiation using water as the heat transfer method. Other products in the category include Castle Cement for cement manufacture, Kingspan Insulated Panels' Thermatile, Rockwool's RockReveal, Tarmac Group's Thermocast, Tarmac Topblock's heat recovery vessel and tp24's L1 low energy pendant set.

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Work on the recently completed Grace Academy in Solihull included the selection of SAS International's System 600 metal suspended acoustic ceiling rafts. The absorption performance provided by the ceiling rafts reduced reverberation times, improving the 'speech intelligibility'. Perforations in the rafts allow sound to travel through to acoustic pads, achieving acoustic absorption. Additionally reflected sound from the open structural soffit is absorbed into the top of the acoustic pads. Luminaires were suspended between the flat rafts. In other areas, swing down SAS system 150 tiles were utilised to provide access to large areas of ceiling void.

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Providing a robust and complementary aesthetic solution, SAS International's ceiling tiles have been specified for the Docklands Light Railway Station in Silvertown. A solid, square edge tile was installed and chamfered so it could be accessed without sustaining damage. In order that the tiles stay secured, a clip-in system was used. Recessed circular downlighters were fixed into the panels to provide illumination. Plank fittings were chosen for the corridor areas and bespoke curved tiles, and C-profile tiles for the staff areas, along with bulkheads from the company to provide a means of linking the ceilings to the other building elements.

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Providing a robust and complementary aesthetic solution, SAS International's ceiling tiles have been specified for the Docklands Light Railway Station in Silvertown. A solid, square edge tile was installed and chamfered so it could be accessed without sustaining damage. In order that the tiles stay secured, a clip-in system was used. Recessed circular downlighters were fixed into the panels to provide illumination. Plank fittings were chosen for the corridor areas and bespoke curved tiles, and C-profile tiles for the staff areas, along with bulkheads from the company to provide a means of linking the ceilings to the other building elements.

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Integrating education, leisure and support facilities, Croydon's first Private Finance Initiative development at the Ashburton Learning Village features metal ceiling tiles from SAS International in all classroom, office, and circulation areas as well as some parts of the public library. The product was installed in order to provide a good acoustic absorption co-efficient and robustness. The tiles are polyester powder coated to ensure durability and to prevent paint chipping, accidental damage and scratch resistance. Easy access to service voids is offered by the clip system which also provides strength and speed of installation as well as withstanding potential abuse from students.

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Metal ceiling systems from SAS International were combined with insulation for energy efficiency at two Ikea car parks. The u-value required by Part L of the Building Regulations was met with the company using the SAS System 150 as a basis for the product's design. Specified due to low maintenance costs, they also do not require redecoration and are easy to clean.

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With key criteria including the reduction of ambient noise, and accessibility but security of services to consider, Feilden Clegg Bradley specified SAS metal ceiling tiles for use in the corridors and offices within the school and sixth form areas of the new City Academy, Bristol. The City Academy is designed to accommodate over 1,250 pupils, including provision for new sports and arts facilities. The clip-in modular SAS tiles were deemed suitable for this school environment as they slide along a concealed suspension system to provide access to the ceiling void. This allows large areas to be accessed for maintenance and helps avoid damage such as scratching. The tiles offer a hygienic, wipe clean solution. Furthermore, their perforated patterns help achieve acoustic absorption, and their bevelled edge provides a clean, modern look.

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A view of Evelina Children?s Hospital, where SAS International?s metal ceiling systems have been employed, and which has been shortlisted for this year?s Sterling Prize. SAS contributed to the design with a solution that while meeting stringent standards such as acoustics and cleanability, also reflected the ethos of this building. With hospitals requiring seven times more services than office buildings, suspended metal ceiling systems like SAS?s are ideal, allowing mechanical and electrical services to be housed in the ceiling void. Anti-bacterial coatings for the ceilings, such as the recently introduced SAS AB, effectively inhibit the growth of micro-organisms when used in conjunction with routine cleaning procedures. These factors along with exceptional life span and minimal maintenance costs have meant that metal ceilings have become the first choice of specifiers in such high-performance environments. SAS also offers chilled beams and ceilings, Integrated Service Modules, trench and perimeter heating, architectural metalwork and partitioning, to provide a range of interactive interior solutions. The three SAS UK manufacturing facilities rank amongst the most modern and fully equipped in the world.

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Reflective ceilings from SAS International have been installed at Mini Showrooms across the UK. The areas have black ceilings, walls and a dark tiled floor with neon lighting. Either the concealed grid, System 150, or the lay-in tile, System 130, have been used. Featuring a high gloss reflective finish, their polyester powder coating enhances durability.

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Metal ceiling systems from SAS International were combined with insulation for energy efficiency within the Ikea Edmonton and Milton Keynes undercroft car parks. A u-value meeting Part L of the Building Regulations is achieved with a polyester powder coating ensuring durability.

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Metal ceilings from SAS International have been used in the new Evelina Children's Hospital in London. In the 20-bed intensive care unit a linear plank system with large ceiling panels highlighted the size of the open plan space. Utilising large ceiling panels meant that the scale was maximised and the number of joints was minimised, which contributed to the ease of cleaning. In the larger circulation zones and corridors, clip-in-hinge down tiles improved accessibility to services and non-perforated metal tiles were used to improve ambient acoustics, creating noise-free surroundings.

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An anti-bacterial coating for metal ceilings and archetectural products has been introduced by SAS International. Used in conjunction with routine cleaning proceedures, SAS AB has anti-microbial properties which inhibit the growth of micro-organisms.

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