Stainless SteelType 304 (Standard) or 316 (For higher degree of corrosion resistance) Flat expanded metal mesh. Minimum thickness 18 Ga. (.050")
FinishesAluminum: Baked polyester powder enamel, or two or three coatfluoropolymer coatings by PPG® or Valspar®, or gray polyester prime for field painting. Carbon Steel: Baked polyester powder enamel, or gray polyester prime for field painting. Stainless Steel: Typically provided uncoated, due to stainless steel's inherent corrosion resistance. Can beprovided with a decorative brushed finish.
DimensionsMetal Ceiling Panels are typically supplied up to a maximum of 3'- 8" in width and 7'- 8" in length inclusive offrame.
Nelson offers a complete line of lay-in, clip-on (Torsion spring), hook-on and tab-and-slot type systems.
AcousticsNuvoMeshTM Expanded Metal Ceiling and Wall panels can be supplied with sound absorbing acoustical insulation. Superior NRC values can be achieved via acoustical insulation batts applied on-site.
Patterns and DesignsFor complete mesh pattern and panel design options please contact your Nelson Sales Representative to assist with your project design. For more details and options see our booklet “Metalouges"- an introduction to architectural metals, or contact your local Nelson Sales Representative and request our Architectural Metals Binder.
Standard ReferencesA. ASTM E84 - Standard Method of Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials and Assemblies. B. AAMA 605.2 - Specification for High Performance Finishes. C. ASTM A 366/A 366M Standard Specification for Commercial Steel (CS) Sheet, Carbon (0.15 Maximum Percent) Cold-Rolled; 1997. D. ASTM A 666 Standard Specification for Annealed or Cold-Worked Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar; 2000. E. ASTM B36/B 36M Standard Specification for Brass Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar; 2006. F. ASTM B 209/B 209M - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate; 2004.