Aluminium Ceiling Grids – Benefits, Compliance & Design Considerations
There are several factors that specifiers should consider when choosing ceiling grid systems. Beyond their function – as frameworks with which to suspend panels or tiles and conceal wiring, pipes and so on, in commercial applications – they should be visually appealing.
On top of this, ceiling grid systems should perform well in terms of acoustics, fire safety, moisture resistance, durability, and maintenance requirements. And they should be structurally sound and comply with seismic requirements.
With all of this in mind, in this session of CPD Live, we shine a light on aluminium ceiling grids as alternatives to products made of steel.
As our speakers note, products of this type are generally extruded and not rolled. Though significantly lighter than steel ceiling grid systems, they provide similar levels of strength. Simple to design, they are also more flexible and easier to work with than steel alternatives. They are corrosion-resistant and can be customised to suit the requirements of specific commercial applications.
Outlining everything you need to know in terms of installation requirements and regulatory compliance, and highlighting real-life examples to illustrate their points, they will identify the many attractions of these reliable and versatile products.
At the end of this presentation, you should be able to:
- Explain the purpose of ceiling grid systems
- Outline the functional requirements of ceiling grid systems
- Outline the regulations that apply to the installation of ceiling grid systems
- Identify the attractions of aluminium products in this context
(PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PC 25, PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PC 28, DETAILED DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION PC 39)
Matt Bishop, Interiors & Seismic Engineering Specialist, Brevity
With over two decades in construction and engineering, Matt Bishop has led innovation in interiors and the seismic design of non-structural elements. A Chartered Professional & International Professional Engineer, he founded Brevity and built it into a 20-person consultancy reshaping how commercial interiors are engineered. His work centres on making interiors safer and more resilient to earthquakes, bridging architects, contractors, and regulators. Combining technical mastery with clear, compliant deliverables, Matt has led multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, efficient solutions in the demanding construction market.
Aidan Brisbane, Technical Solutions Manager, CSR
Aidan is an experienced Technical & Compliance Manager with over 25 years in the building industry, and he is highly skilled and qualified in Design Management and Materials / Building Compliance. During his time as the Queensland State Technical Manager, Aidan has worked extensively with Regulators, Certifiers, Architects, Building Designers, Engineers, Builders and Contractors providing technical assistance for a variety or CSR’s brands, including Cemintel, Gyprock, Hebel, AFS and Himmel, across products and systems. Working with numerous and complex systems, Aidan helps to educate diverse stakeholder groups from a wide range of perspectives including fire, acoustics, thermal, structural, NCC compliance and general product information.
Adam Carr, Product Manager, CSR
Adam is an experienced product manager with over 15 years delivering products to the FMCG, oil and gas and building industry. He is a PhD qualified chemical engineer with specialty in complex materials and processing methods. During his time in the building industry, he has engaged the market to deliver products and technologies that improve technical and environmental performance, while reducing complexity and improving customer experience. Adam works with diverse stakeholder groups to ensure product compliance, performance, and useability for the end customer.