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Jun 27

Finishing options and manufacturing lead times in an accessible ceiling

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An accessible ceiling is, in many cases, the best option for an acoustic conditioning project. They are ceilings that offer easy assembling and disassembling of tiles for rearrangement or replacement purposes and, with their installation, false ceilings offers a space to hide cables and tubes, as well as reducing the height of the ceiling, helping to quickly air-condition the room. There are many models of acoustic panels for accessible ceilings. Each one, with its design formed by square, slotted/oblong, circular or micro perforations which offer different levels of acoustic absorption. Spigotec, the division of Spigogroup which manufactures false wood ceilings, has more than 40 different models. But once you have chosen the model of accessible ceiling that best suits your project from the point of view of acoustic conditioning, aesthetic aspects also come into play. Choosing wood as material for your accessible ceiling is a very good decision because it brings warmth and elegance. But within the wood accessible ceilings There are also variants according to the finish you prefer, which will also mark the necessary manufacturing time for our accessible ceiling. Melamine finishes in stock have an approximate manufacturing lead time of 10-15 days from the date the order effective. If you want melamines that are out of stock the lead time may be extended by 6-7 weeks For natural wood and lacquered finishes, approximate lead times are 3-4 weeks. If we talk about finishes in high density laminate (HPL) the manufacturing time is 4-5 weeks. For through-dyed MDF you will need to check with us, as lead times can vary greatly. (Indicative times. Actual lead times will be given when order becomes effective.)   . If you liked this post about accessible ceiling, you may also be interested in:   - Accessible ceilings for smart offices: sensorization, big data and the dilemmas we face from technological development - Wood acoustic accessible ceilings for universities Why are they so often used? - Wood accessible ceilings in the Ibiza Gran Hotel - Fire and humidity performance of wood accessible ceilings
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Jun 20

Materials for acoustic conditioning: Is wood a good choice?

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The market offers many options in materials for acoustic conditioning (acoustic sponge, glass fibre, textile fibre, etc.). However, in many places, wood is the chosen material. This you can see in press rooms, auditoriums, meeting rooms, classrooms, courtrooms or exhibition areas in some institutions. You will always find perforated wood walls behind the performers. These are wood acoustic panels used for acoustic conditioning projects in most architectural spaces for public use. Acoustic conditioning is performed in order to improve room acoustics by correcting reverberation issues or echoes that may occur inside. But the fact that there has been acoustic conditioning does not mean that it has to be visible. For this reason many technicians, decorators and interior designers shun “uglier” materials for acoustic conditioning and opt for wood. Technically, wood acoustic panels can offer the same average levels of sound absorption needed in a room as any other material. Wood is also discreet, giving prominence to other decorative or important elements in the room while at the same time adding sense of comfort and unmatched elegance. In addition, wood is one of the most eco-friendly materials for acoustic conditioning available, provided it comes from sustainably managed forests, like the Spigoacustic and Spigotec acoustic panels. If you have to undertake and acoustic conditioning project, don’t think twice about it. Choose wood. Choose Spigotec or Spigoacustic acoustic panels.   . If you liked this post about materials for acoustic conditioning, you may also be interested in: . - Acoustic conditioning of buildings and premises: How would you calculate your Optimum Reverberation Time? - Five acoustic conditioning websites that you should visit if you want to know a little more about this topic - Spigogroup catalogues Solutions for acoustic conditioning, technical doors, sports furniture and much more - Summary of the latest Spigogroup wood décor and acoustic conditioning projects in 15 pictures  
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Jun 13

Wood slat panels for shops and shopping centres made of wood

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Floors, ceilings, wall covering, furniture and slat panels for shops were always made of wood. It was the most durable material and the simplest to get and work. Later, doors, shelves and other elements made of iron or glass appeared and, finally, more resistant and affordable materials, such as stainless steel or plastic, appeared and won the battle during the last century. However, wood has once again recovered its major role in commercial interior design. Although the hardness and resistance of the wood used in decoration today is much greater than in the past, wood slats and panels are mainly used for the elegance and warmth they transmit. In an environment full of brightly coloured plastics, luminous signs and provocative advertisements of offers and promotions, slat panels for shops and shopping centres made of wood provide serenity, a sense of being close to nature and an unmistakable touch of distinction. As an example, this simple project carried out with wood slats Spigoline in 2017 at the Carrefour Les Gavarres shopping centre in Tarragona. Approximately 330 m2 of wood slat panels were installed. These are Spigoline Grid System model 4-30-70-55, each with 4 slats 30 mm wide, 70 mm high and a slat spacing of 55 mm, placed with black rods on 340 mm wide grills and combined lengths of 1,000, 1,500, 2,000, 2,500 and 3,000 mm. The wood slats they were finished in solid obeche wood with B-s2, d0 varnish and installed with T-15 profile fastening clips. . . If you liked this post about slat panels for shops, you may also be interested in: . - Curved wood slats for spectacular design ceilings - 8 Examples of the use of wood slat panels in the new German architecture - The beauty of the suspended boards and wood slats on ceilings and walls at the lobby of the Hotel Hotel in Canberra, ACT, Australia - Is it possible to decorate walls with wood panels?
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Jun 06

Installation systems for Spigotec and Spigoacustic absorbent tiles

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Sound absorbent tiles or acoustic panels are the main element of any acoustic conditioning project. Its operation is simple: sound absorbent tiles are a type of cladding that is installed on the walls and false ceiling of a room. Its components and surface perforations can absorb part of the sound received, avoiding its rebounding and hence annoying acoustic effects such as reverberation. Sound absorbent tiles contribute to acoustic conditioning but, to be able to do so, they have to be exposed to the view of users, so it is important that, in addition, they be discreet and contribute, if possible, to improving the aesthetics of a space. This is achieved, for example, with the use of absorbent tiles made of wood, like those of the Spigoacustic and Spigotec brands, which are warm and elegant while offering the necessary degree of acoustic absorption for the acoustic conditioning of a room. In these cases, the installation systems of these are also important. Absorbent tiles have to be very discreet and simple in their execution but very resistant in their use. Let's have a look at the different possibilities: . Installation systems for Spigoacustic absorbent tiles: . The concealed form T-15 through an inverted “T” simplifies the installation of hidden edge panels . The semi-exposed form hides partially the profile leaving a fine line that adds elegance to the solution.   The concealed form T-24 with fixing iron cramp achieves an aesthetic incredible ceiling     The system omega profile + cramp consists on the installation of panels throught a “U” profile and iron cramps.   The system of wooden strip + cramp consists on the installation of panels through wooden strips and cramps   The system of wooden strip allows the collocation of panels through nails to wooden strip fixed to the Wall.     Installation systems for Spigotec absorbent tiles:   . The exposed or flush mounting consists on the panels rest right above the profile   The system of the concealed form T-24 is based on an inverted “T” which hides the profiling   Semi-exposed T15/T24: The system of semi-exposed form allows the panels with inclined edges to conceal partially the profile   Fineline form T-15: The system of fineline form allows the panels to rest above the fastening profile with spacers   The male-female joint allows to assembly the panels successively through the fit of them.   The omega form + fixing iron cramp consists on installation through a “U” profile and its corresponding iron cramps   If you liked this post about sound absorbent tiles you may also be interested in:   - Spigogroup wall and ceiling panels: brands and characteristics - Textured decorative panels to improve aesthetics and acoustics in spaces - Wood sound-absorbing materials: choices and formats for different projects - Acoustic diffusers with wood slats for the acoustic conditioning of large spaces
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