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DONN® DXLA™ & DXACE ™ Acoustical Suspension System
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Versatility, Beauty, StrengthThis versatile ceiling suspension system provides superior corrosion resistance and integrity in fire-rated applications. Add gasket with DXACE TM for controlled environment and healthcare applications.
Versatility, beauty, and strength are the trademarks of the DONN DXLA & DXACE Ceiling Suspension System, a fire-rated, steel-grid system offering functional beauty that maintains its integrity under fire exposure. Its G-30 hot-dipped, galvanized steel body and aluminum cap provides the strength of steel with the superior corrosion resistance of aluminum.
Recycled Content
DONN acoustical and drywall suspension systems have the highest average recycled content in the industry. In fact, many of the components are available with High Recycled Content (HRC). HRC suspension components are classified as containing over fifty percent total recycled content. Total recycled content is based on product composition of post-consumer and pre-consumer (post-industrial) recycled content per FTC guidelines. Look for the green symbol on data pages to quickly identify HRC components.
Grid components are connected with plug-in, positive-lock insertion. 12' main tees provide the fire rating with a single, controlled expansion point located near the splice, combined with fire-rated cross tees. Patented Quick-Release™ cross tees are easy to remove without tools decreasing renovation costs. Standard cross tees have offset, override ends that rest on main tees for better appearance, without sagging or twisting, offering a professionally finished appearance. They cantilever during installation, and will not drop out. Locking tee ends provide pullout tension values in excess of 200 lbs.
Healthcare Applications
- Meet 2010 Guidelines for Health Care Facilities
- Capable of withstanding cleaning and/or disinfecting chemicals as tested in accordance with ASTM D5402-06
- Gasket option for restricted and semi-restricted areas
Fire Rated Applications
The System features UL designs (up to 3 hours), and meets or exceeds all national code requirements, including seismic, and load compliance specifications per ASTM C635.
Corrosive Environments
Showed superior performance when tested for severe environmental conditions in accordance with ASTM C635
Lifetime limited warranty when used with USG ceiling panels ensures owner satisfaction. Available in Flat White and Silver Satin.
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Quick Facts
- Fire Rated
- Fire Class A
- Colors:
- Silver Satin 002,
- Flat White 050
- Humidity Resistant
- 51% Recycled
