Typically, we do not add additional support. The reason being most of the ceiling grid that we encounter is in the commercial environment. So, the typical ceiling grid we encounter meets or exceeds weight requirements.
The material we use is an EVA polymer: Ethylene Vinyl Acetate. The basic chemical formula is (C2H4)n(C4H6O2)m. No Cl (chlorine). Inorganic fillers are used to gain mass. Typically, Calcium Carbonate (chalk), as well as non-toxic and organic processing aids. Typically, we use re-claimed mineral oils. The compounds of this polymer are manufactured in a way that makes it fully compliant with REACH standards. All EVA PrivacyShield® products supplied are manufactured from 100% reclaimed materials and are 100% non-toxic as well as 100% proudly manufactured in America by Americans. It is the term Vinyl that concerns most consumers as it is often associated with Poly Vinyl Chloride(PVC). Even though the term Vinyl, in chemistry, specifically identifies the orientation of Carbon and Hydrogen on a functional group (−CH=CH2). There is significant misinformation about PVC in the marketplace.
The PrivacyShield® Ceiling Tile Barrier is installed over existing ceiling tiles in a suspended ceiling grid to block sound. These mass loaded ceiling tile backers reduce the amount of sound and noise that is able to enter and exit the ceiling plenum. Ceiling tile barrier backers can be installed in both new and existing spaces to reduce the amount of sound transmitted from one space to the next. These are used when wall partitions do not extend up above the ceiling grid to the roof deck and offer an economical alternative to building full partition walls.
Applications
Speech Privacy and Noise Reduction in Private Offices, Conference Rooms, HR Departments, Legal Departments, and Medical Facilities. Noise due to rooftop units, HVAC, and other equipment.
Features
Greatly improves speech privacy
Higher worker productivity
Improved worker morale
Reduced threat of corporate espionage
Compliance with HIPAA
Speech Privacy Without the Noise
Technical Information
Size: 2′ x 2′ (23-3/4″ x 23-3/4″), 2’x4′ (24-3/4″ x 47-3/4″)
Composition: 0.12 inch (3.05 mm) woven polyester acoustic decouple facing adhered to a 0.12 inch (3.05 mm) mass loaded vinyl sound barrier with a 0.003 inch (0.08 mm) fire retardant fabric backing
Weight: 1.1 pounds per a square foot
Fire Rating: Class A per ASTM E84 (UL 723)
Complies with ISO/IEC Standards 17025, 17020, and Guide 65 (17065).
Sound Transmission Loss (STC) Per ASTM E 90-09/E413-10
STC: 27
Sound Transmission Loss (Hz) (per ASTM E 90-09)
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STC
17
18
22
28
33
39
27
Installation Method
Install PrivacyShield® Ceiling Tile Barrier by placing the barrier on top of the existing ceiling tile throughout the entire room. Please ensure the ceiling tile backers fit tightly into the grid.
For more information on our PrivacyShield® Ceiling Tile Barrier, call us at 800.782.5742 or contact our sales department.
