metal ceilings

system 150
modular hinge-down clip-in tiles (concealed grid)

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 System Description
SAS System 150 is a range of highly versatile square and
rectangular clip-in metal ceiling tiles which offer hinge
down access throughout as standard. Supported from
the SAS Deep Omega Bar tiles can pivot and slide along
the suspension system providing access to large areas
of the ceiling void.
System Features
• Hinge down access throughout
• Precise tile levelling with twin pip arrangement
• Closed butt joints with bevelled edges
• Secure void, easy access tool required to demount tile
• Upward cleaning pressure can be applied to remove
stubborn marks without disturbing tile
• Concealed grid system
• Minimum 25-year product life expectancy
Access
Access within overall construction depth. Secure void,
easy access tool required to demount tile
Standard Module Sizes (mm)
300 x 300 500 x 500 750 x 750
300 x 600 500 x 1500
300 x 900 600 x 600
300 x 1200 600 x 1200
300 x 1500 610 x 610
Special sizes are available on request. Please contact for
our technical department further details.
Finish
Polyester Powder coated supplied as standard with
a RAL 9010 smooth finish; a fine textured finish
(SAS FT), anti-bacterial coating (SAS AB) and other
colours are available. See page 36 for a full range of
paint finish options.
system 150 information

Grid System
Clip-in SAS Deep Omega Bar, see page 149 for
components.
Shape
Tiles can be square, rectangular, triangular or trapezoidal
with bevelled edges and vertical sides, incorporating a
hinging tab and pip locating detail.
Perforation
Typically supplied with 1522, 1820 or 2516 perforation.
See page 103 for full details and perforation options.
Integration
Apertures can be formed during manufacturing for
luminaires and other services, see pages 38–39 for
further details
Weight
Approximately 9kg/m² for 600 x 600mm steel tiles,
acoustic pad and SAS Deep Omega Bar suspension
system.

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 system 150 technical
1] Emac Hanger 2] Emac Channel 3] Emac Wall Anchor 4] Omega Bar to Channel Bracket 5] SAS Omega Bar
6] Omega Bar Splice 7] Perimeter Trim 8] Perimeter Wedge 9] Corner Splice 10] System 150 Tile
*Lightweight installations only, see page 163 for full details.
Emac suspension components can be found on page 144, System 150 / SAS Deep Omega Bar component details can be found on page 149.
Perimeter trims and accessories can be found on page 115.

Section Drawing
2

4
105mm

10

Acoustic Performance Data Attenuation Absorption

Class
dB
NRC αω
Plain tile.
38 N/A

Perforated tile with acoustic fleece.

Class C
13
0.70 0.65
Perforated tile with 18mm x 80kg/m³
Class A
acoustic pad. 30
0.85 0.90
Perforated tile with 18mm x 80kg/m³
acoustic pad and steel backing plate.
Class D
40
(Note: 600x600mm & 750x750mm only) 0.65 0.55
Perforated tile with 18mm x 80kg/m³
Class C
acoustic pad and 12.5mm plasterboard. 42
(Note: 600x600mm & 750x750mm only) 0.75 0.65

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 Hinge and Slide Facility
The unique design of SAS System 150 allows every full
tile to pivot and slide along the grid system. The hinge
and slide feature facilitates easy access to large areas
of the ceiling void for maintenance; tiles are retained
within the ceiling grid avoiding damage and eliminating
the need for storage.

Product Integration
Luminaires and other services can be integrated
with System 150. Modular luminaires can be support
directly from the soffit. Where maximum point loads
are exceeded (see installation advice page 163) the
load must be supported independently or from the
grid. The SAS pattress system allows the integration of
heavier items into the system by distributing the load
directly back to the Omega Bar, eliminating the need for
complicated support arms. Further details are available
from the technical department.

Wide-Spanning Omega Bar

The deep Omega Bar has a maximum spanning ability
of 2000mm. The wide spanning bar requires 25% less
primary channels, top fixings and brackets, saving
installation time and materials.
Suspension centres should be reduced when using high
performing dB panels due to the additional weight or
where loads are applied to the system, see page 163 for
installation advice.

Bulkhead Closure Panels

system 150 features

Bulkhead closure panels enable floating rafts and

ceilings to be created using a standard clip in ceiling tile,
see image on pages 24 and 70.
The height of the closure panels can be manufactured
to suit the project requirements. Further details are
available from the technical department.

Security Considerations
In areas where it is necessary to restrict access to the
ceiling void, System 150 offers a security clips that
holds the tiles into the supporting grid. This is ideal
for airports and other security driven environments,
including schools and lavatories.
Tiles without security clips can be removed from the
ceiling plane by means of an easy access tool.

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 system 150 installation advice
1] Emac Hanger 2] Emac Channel 3] Emac Wall Anchor 4] Omega Bar to Channel Bracket 5] SAS Omega Bar 6]
Omega Bar Splice 7] Perimeter Trim 8] Perimeter Wedge 9] Corner Splice 10] System 150 Tile
Refer to components section page 149 for full description and item numbers.

Notes
Maximum suspension centres should only be considered *“Lightweight” meaning base system only such as fleece
for lightweight* installations. or pad backing. Where the ceiling supports the load
Emac hangers should be installed a maximum of 300mm of services or for acoustically upgraded ceilings, the
from the end of a run of Emac channel and 300mm from suspension should be installed to minimum dimensions
the joint between these channels. Where two omega shown above. Suspension centres should always be
bars meet and are spliced together, an Emac channel considered when applying additional loads.
should be installed within 500mm. For further advice please contact the SAS technical
It is considered good practice to stagger joints in department.
supporting structures.

Additional Loads
When supporting services such as downlights, speakers,
detectors and other mechanical and electrical services,
the maximum load applied to the ceiling tile must not
exceed 2.5kg including spreader yokes if applicable.
The SAS pattress system allows the integration of
heavier items by distributing the load back to the Emac
Omega Bar. The pattress can accommodate a load of
up to 6kg and are available in sizes to suit all standard
modules.
For load greater than 6kg we recommend independent
suspension.
Bracket fixed to CL of setting out Vs for accurate
Pattresses are available in sizes to suit all standard setting‑out of ceiling to 100mm increments.
modules.

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