Specification of metal ceilings for transportation projects
Designers, architects and specifiers play a critical role in infrastructure projects that need to manage risk and safety, and ensure both community and commercial viability. This whitepaper provides an introduction to the key considerations when designing metal ceiling systems for transport infrastructure buildings.
With its growing population, Australia’s transport infrastructure needs across road, rail, ports and airports are increasing. Designers, architects and specifiers play a critical role in infrastructure projects that need to manage risk and safety, and ensure both community and commercial viability. For airport and railway station buildings, a well-designed metal ceiling can transform a space into a striking piece of modern architecture, as well as fulfil the vital functions of light, acoustics, concealing and interfacing with electrical and mechanical services.
Download this whitepaper for an introduction to the key considerations when designing metal ceiling systems for transport infrastructure buildings.
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