PRANCE metalwork is a leading manufacturer of metal ceiling and facade systems.
Libya Bank Hall Aluminum Lay-in Ceiling Project
PRANCE supplied the 2600㎡ aluminum lay-in ceiling system for a bank in Tripoli,Libya. The ceiling was applied across the main transaction hall, public waiting zones, and counter service areas.
The client chose the perforated aluminum lay-in ceiling panels that offer both strong visual quality and dependable functional performance. In the banking hall, this ceiling solution enhances the professional atmosphere, improves acoustic comfort, supports clean integration of mechanical and safety devices, and contributes to a safer and more efficient operating environment.
Project Timeline：
2019
Products We Offer：
Lay-In Ceiling(12)
Application Scope：
Main Transaction Hall, Public Waiting Zones, Counter Service Areas.
Services We Offer:
Planning product drawings, selecting materials, processing, manufacturing, and providing technical guidance, installation drawings.
| client's Functional Requirements
1. Acoustic Comfort in a Busy Banking Hall
The banking lobby need to handle continuous foot traffic and conversations. The ceiling system needed to reduce echo and support a calmer environment for customers and staff.
2. Clean and Professional Interior Expression
Bank's interior space required a tidy ceiling surface to reinforce the bank's orderly and trustworthy image.
3. Integration with Mechanical and Safety Systems
The ceiling needed to work smoothly with HVAC outlets, sprinklers, cameras, and lighting fixtures while allowing efficient access for maintenance.
4.Long-Term Stability and Safety
As a long-operating public facility, the bank required materials with strong fire resistance, moisture resistance, and long-term durability.
| Onsite Installation
| lay-in Ceiling System Advantages for Modern Banking Spaces
1. Enhances Spatial Order and Visual Quality
Lay-in ceiling makes the interior feel more open and orderly, which supports the professional tone of the space. The concealed suspension system and tight panel alignment produce a clean, uninterrupted ceiling surface, an essential aesthetic requirement for financial institutions.
2. Excellent Acoustic Performance for a Quiet Banking Hall
The perforated aluminum panels work together with acoustic backing to absorb key noise sources such as conversations, movement, and queue-calling systems.This reduces reverberation time, keeps the hall quieter, and improves the comfort of both customers and staff.
3. High Compatibility with HVAC, Lighting, and Security Systems
Modular lay-in system integrates efficiently with the mechanical and electrical equipment. Air diffusers, fire-fighting devices, linear lights, and surveillance cameras align cleanly with the ceiling layout, maintaining a unified aesthetic while ensuring all systems work smoothly. This compatibility prevents visual clutter and keeps the hall organized.
4.Long-Term Stability and Safety
Aluminum offers natural advantages for public-use spaces. It resists humidity, rust, and deformation, even under long operating hours.
The high-quality coating creates a stable, even surface that minimizes dust adhesion—particularly around air outlets—and maintains brightness over many years. Compared to conventional mineral fiber tiles and gypsum board, aluminum delivers significant
5. Easy Access for Inspection and Maintenance
Although the system maintains a concealed appearance, each panel can be removed quickly when technicians need to inspect electrical lines, HVAC ducts, or fire-safety equipment. This access convenience reduces maintenance time and minimizes disruption to the bank’s daily operations.
6. High Light Reflectance for Better Energy Efficiency
The white finish helps reflect light uniformly across the hall. With better light distribution, the space feels brighter and more open, and the bank reduces its dependence on high-intensity artificial lighting.