New building products for healthcare facilities
From decorative wall panels, acoustic ceiling systems, and reusable wall systems to mold-resistant drywall and durable wallcoverings, building products play a key role in healthcare design from overall aesthetics to durability and ease of maintenance.
Healthcare Design presents a roundup of new building products that vendors and manufacturers are introducing to support healthcare projects.
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Altro Whiterock Digiclad decorative wall panels, Altro
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Altro Whiterock Digiclad decorative wall panels by Altro are now fabricated in the U.S. Custom or curated imagery, including high-resolution photography and vector illustrations, can be printed on the polyvinyl chloride wall panels, available in 4-foot-by-8-foot-2-inch or 4-foot-by-9-foot-10-inch sizes.
Plaza Cloud, Kirei
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Plaza Cloud by Kirei is a 36-by-36-inch acoustic ceiling system that can be cable-suspended from a variety of ceiling types. Made from 60 percent post-consumer recycled polyethylene terephthalate, the line is available in 35 colors and compatible with Kirei Ink, a digital printing technology offering 50+ patterned designs.
OpenView Luminous Virtual Windows, Sky Factory Inc.
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OpenView Luminous Virtual Windows from Sky Factory Inc. is a modular wall system that uses focus stack photography to generate ultra-high-resolution panoramic views. This custom-designed wall system features daylight-quality calibrated illumination.
Carnegie Armor, Carnegie
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Carnegie Armor, a high-performance protective wallcovering from Carnegie, meets Type III requirements for durability and impact resistance in heavy-traffic environments. Bleach cleanable and stain resistant, the system surpasses CCC-W-408D requirements for vinyl coated wallcoverings without the need for added finishes.
Tek Vue Curved Glass, Teknion
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Tek Vue Curved Glass from Teknion is an office-front system that integrates with conventional construction and existing wall systems. The line features slim 10mm and 12mm seamless glass in 1 3/8-inch-thick aluminum frames, with curved glass corners.
StoVentec Fiber Cement Rainscreen System, Sto Corp.
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StoVentec Fiber Cement Rainscreen System, presented by Sto Corp., integrates noncombustible fiber cement panels, continuous insulation, and engineered sub-construction. The system is impact-rated for High-Velocity Hurricane Zones, available in 14 standard color options, and pre-engineered to streamline installation.
Custom Return Grille, Invi Air
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Invi Air presents its frameless Custom Return Grille for high airflow requirements. Made from composite diffuser material, the grille resists condensation, static, and dust. The unit is compatible with gypsum, acoustic, tile, and custom ceiling systems and has a finish that’s designed to seamlessly blend into walls or ceilings.
Rapid Room, Imperial Privacy System
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Rapid Room by Imperial Privacy Systems is a fast-deploying, reusable wall system engineered to control dust and debris during healthcare renovations, in compliance with Infection Control Risk Assessment standards. The system is adjustable to ceiling heights of 6 feet 11 inches to 10 feet 8 inches.
QuietRock ES Mold-Resistant Sound Reducing Drywall, Pabco Gypsum
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QuietRock ES Mold-Resistant Sound Reducing Drywall from Pabco Gypsum can be integrated into wall assemblies between patient rooms, consultation spaces, and exam areas to reduce sound transmission. The material has a Mold Resistance Rating of 10 (ASTM D3273), is easy to score and snap, and finishes like standard drywall.
Model RT Rooftop Units, Greenheck
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Greenheck introduces Model RT Rooftop Units to its line of rooftop units and dedicated outdoor air systems. Model RT simultaneously controls both temperature and humidity to optimize indoor comfort. Energy-efficient features include inverter scroll compressors and direct drive supply and exhaust fans.
Array Air Quality Management System, Fellowes
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Array Air Quality Management System by Fellowes integrates with various building and HVAC systems via a smart gateway, enabling seamless control and communication. The system offers real-time air quality monitoring with three-in-one H13 True HEPA filters that capture 99.95 percent of contaminants.
