Many fire-rated ceiling systems, when installed with smoke-seals and gasketed grid accessories, provide combined fire and smoke barriers tested to ASTM E283 or EN 13501-2 S classifications.
Yes—by using fire-rated light housings, collars, and maintaining proper clearances and sealants as tested in the assembly to preserve ceiling integrity.
When paired with proper intumescent layers, insulation, and tested grid systems, lightweight aluminum panels can achieve 1- to 2-hour fire ratings despite their low mass.
Properly engineered aluminum ceiling systems—with intumescent layers, insulation, and tested suspension hardware—can achieve both 1-hour and 2-hour fire ratings.
Perforated aluminum panels can be integrated into fire-rated ceilings when paired with suitable intumescent backing, insulation, and tested as part of a complete assembly.
Decorative finishes—PVDF, powder coat, or printed wood-grain films—do not compromise fire performance if applied over fire-rated aluminum panels tested as an assembly.
Fire-rated aluminum ceilings, when installed per code (60–120 min rating, smoke seals, slip-resistant finishes), are ideal for protected evacuation corridors and stairwells.