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Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 03 April 2006
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Combination of two ceiling systems from Rockfon has been specified to meet the dual requirements of acoustic and hygiene performance at a secondary school.
A combination of two ceiling systems from Rockfon has been specified to meet the dual requirements of acoustic and hygiene performance within the corridors and food technology classrooms of a secondary school The excellent acoustic properties of Sonar ensure the corridors meet the requirements for acoustics in schools laid down in AD.E and Building Bulletin 93
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 3 Apr 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Rockfon Hygienic, installed in the classrooms, provides both the high levels of acoustic performance, hygiene and cleanability needed in food areas.
Elizabeth Jacobs from the architectural practice Stanley Bragg and Partners was involved in the specification of Rockfon.
Elizabeth says, "Together these two ceilings allowed us to meet the building requirements and practical considerations in both the corridors and food areas".
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"In particular, we needed to specify a ceiling in the food technology rooms with both high levels of acoustic and hygienic performance".
"We are happy with the appearance and performance of the two ceilings and would certainly consider specifying Rockfon products on future projects".
Brian Stokes from BJS Ceilings and Interiors says, "BJS was responsible for the installation of the ceilings systems which went well and was completed on time".
"From an installers point of view it is always better to work with very good quality products such as Rockfon ceiling boards - the contracts tend to run more easily and smoothly".
The Deputy Head of the Mountfichet High School, Paul Pressland, is also very pleased with the finished result, "The ceilings have a modern appearance and we like the clean lines," says Paul.
"There is a sense of perspective, particularly in the corridors, and the level of noise and echo has been significantly reduced".
Rockfon Sonar is a high-density stone wool tile that combines a superior quality finish with excellent performance in terms of sound absorption, fire safety and humidity resistance.
Sonar Silence ceilings provide even higher levels of sound attenuation, thanks to the gypsum or aluminium foil on the back of the panel, helping to create the optimal acoustic environment for installations such as lecture theatres, music rooms and large classrooms.
Rockfon Hygienic, in common with all Rockfon stone wool ceiling tiles, does not contain any organic nutrients and therefore, is not attacked by rot or fungi.
The special white painted surface of Rockfon Hygienic incorporates an enhanced fungicide, which further resists the growth of bacteria and ensures washability.
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