Suspension Systems

Suspension Systems
and Accessories
15/16" Classic Hook Systems Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Classic Hook System
Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
The Classic Hook System features the
C10-12-15 10' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" Intermediate 6 (8.9) 4 (6.0)
ever-popular 15/16" (24mm) face (3050mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm) Duty
width that is widely used in interior 12.0 (17.9)

designs today. This system incorporates C12-12-15 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" Intermediate 6 (8.9) 4 (6.0)
(3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm) Duty
hook-over cross tee end detail 12.0 (17.9)
designed to meet a variety of user
C12-12-20 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" Heavy Duty 8.9 (13.2) 5.6 (8.3)
needs and preferences. (3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm) 16.0 (23.8)

Allowable Load
Classic Hook System Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Cross Tee Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
■ Double web design for lasting
durability and strength. CH2-12-10 2' 1-1/2" 15/16" .010" – *32.5 (48.4) –
(610mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.25mm)
■ Cross tees feature hook-over end CH4-12-10 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .010" – – 9.1 (13.5)
tab design for positive locking and (1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.25mm)
easy disassembly. CH4-12-12 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .012" – – 10.6 (15.7)
(1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.30mm)
■ Intermediate and heavy duty load
CH4-12-20 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" – – 17.3 (25.7)
bearing capabilities. (1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm)
■ Bayonet style couplings featured on *Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.
main runners for easy installation.
■ Cross tees offered in standard Protectone Classic Fire-Rated Hook System
®

2’ (610mm) and 4’ (1220mm) Allowable Load

lengths. Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
■ Cross tees feature a butt-cut end Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
design.
PC12-12-15 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" Intermediate 6.0 (8.9) 4.0 (6.0)
■ (3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm) Duty
Cross tees interchangeable with 12.0 (17.9)
Classic Stab System cross tees.
PC12-12-20 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" Heavy Duty 8.9 (13.2) 5.6 (8.3)
■ (3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm) 16.0 (23.8)
Grid features hot-dipped galvanized
steel web construction for corrosion
Allowable Load
resistance. Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Cross Tee Metal ASTM C 635
■ For wall angles and accessories, Item # Length Height Face Thickness 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
see page 12.
PCH2-12-15 2' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – *41.0 (61.0) –
(610mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
®
Protectone Classic PCH4-12-15 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – – 14.1 (21.0)
(1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
Fire-Rated Hook System
*Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.
■ Similar features and benefits to the
Classic Hook System.
■ Cross tees are offered in standard
2’ (610mm) and 4’ (1220mm) Selected
lengths. Popular Edge
■ For specific UL fire resistance, time- Details Trim Edge Reveal Edge Reveal Edge
15 "
rated assemblies, see page 14. (Square) 15⁄16" Grid ⁄16 Grid (Beveled) 15⁄16" Grid

■ Offered in Standard White. Consult

your BPB Sales Representative for
special order finishes and Reveal Edge
customized color options. (Corner Bevel) ⁄16" Grid
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15/16" Classic Stab Systems Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Classic Stab System
Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
The Classic Stab System features the
C12-12-15 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" Intermediate 6 (8.9) 4.0 (6.0)
ever-popular 15/16"(24mm) face (3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm) Duty
width that is widely used in interior 12.0 (17.9)
designs today. Strong staked-on end Allowable Load
tabs are incorporated into the cross Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
ASTM C 635
tee design to provide quick and easy
Cross Tee Metal 1' 2' 4' 5' 8'
installation with optimal tightness Item # Length Height Face Thickness (305mm) (610mm) (1220mm) (1525mm) (2440mm)
among installed components.
CS1-12-15 1' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" n/a – – – –
(305mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)

CS2-12-10 2' 1-1/2" 15/16" .010" – *32.5 (48.4) – – –

Classic Stab System (610mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.25mm)

■ Double web design for durability CS4-12-10 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .010" – – 9.3 (13.8) – –
(1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.25mm)
and strength.
CS4-12-12 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .012" – – 10.6 (16) – –
■ Labor saving stainless steel stab-in (1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.30mm)
clip featured on cross tee ends. CS4-12-20 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" – – 17.0 (25.3) – –
(1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm)
■ Intermediate and heavy duty load
CS5-12-15 5' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – – – 7.0 (10.4) –
bearing capabilities. (1255mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
■ Cross tees are offered in standard CS8-12-15 8' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – – – – 1.8 (2.7)
(2440mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
lengths of 2' (610mm) and 4'
(1220mm). *Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.

■ Stepped-end design featured on Protectone Classic Fire-Rated Stab System

®

cross tees. Allowable Load

Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
■ Cross tees are compatible with all
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Classic Hook System main runners Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
and cross tees.
PC10-12-15 10' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" Intermediate 6.0 (8.9) 4.0 (6.0)
■ (3050mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm) Duty
Grid features hot-dipped galvanized 12.0 (17.9)
steel web construction for
PC12-12-20 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" Heavy 8.9 (13.2) 5.6 (8.3)
corrosion resistance. (3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm) Duty
16.0 (23.8)
■ Meets building code requirements
for seismic applications. Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
■ For wall angles and accessories, Cross Tee Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 1' (305mm) 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
see page 12.
PCS2-12-15 2' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – *40.5 (60.3) –
®
(610mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
Protectone Classic PCS4-12-15 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – – 14.0 (20.8)
Fire-Rated Stab System (1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)

*Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.

■ Similar features to Classic Stab
System.
■
Selected
Protectone® Classic Fire-Rated cross
Popular
tees are available in 2' (610mm) and
Edge
4' (1220mm) standard lengths. Trim Edge Reveal Edge Reveal Edge Reveal Edge
Details (Square) 15⁄16" Grid 15 "
⁄16 Grid (Beveled) 15⁄16" Grid (Corner Bevel) ⁄16" Grid
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■ For specific UL fire resistance, time-

rated assemblies, see page14.
■ See page 16 for standard and
Colortone options.

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9/16" Elite Narrow Stab Systems Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Elite Narrow Stab System
Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
The Elite Narrow Stab System
E12-12-18 12' 1-1/2" 9/16" .018" Intermediate 6.4 (9.5) 3.8 (5.7)
features a slim 9/16" (15mm) face (3660mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.46mm) Duty
width to enhance design flexibility 12.0 (17.9)
and to complement finer, contemporary E12-12-20 12' 1-1/2" 9/16" .020" Heavy Duty 8.8 (13.1) 5.3 (7.9)
(3660mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.51mm) 16.0 (23.8)
designs. Cross tees incorporate a
staked-on end tab to ensure quick Allowable Load
installation with optimal tightness. Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Cross Tee Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 1' (305mm) 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
Elite Narrow Stab System E2-12-12 2' 1-1/2" 9/16" .012" – *24.5 (36.5) –
(610mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.30mm)
■ Narrow style 9/16" (15mm) face
complements modern designs. E4-12-12 4' 1-1/2" 9/16" .012" – – 9.0 (13.4)
(1220mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.30mm)
■ Stepped-end detail provides a E4-12-18 4' 1-1/2" 9/16" .018" – – 12.9 (19.2)
seamless appearance. (1220mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.46mm)
*Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.
■ Cross tees utilize stab-in design to
maximize strength and flexibility.
■ Intermediate and heavy duty load
bearing capabilities. Protectone Elite Fire-Rated Narrow Stab System
®

Allowable Load
■ Meets building code requirements Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
for seismic applications. Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 1' (305mm) 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
■ Grid features hot-dipped galvanized
PE12-12-18 12' 1-1/2" 9/16" .018" – – Intermediate
steel web construction for corrosion (3660mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.46mm) Duty
resistance. 12.0 (17.9)

■ For wall angles and accessories, Allowable Load

Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
see page 12.
Cross Tee Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 1' (305mm) 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)

®
PE2-12-18 2' 1-1/2" 9/16" .018" – – *45.0 (67.0)
Protectone Elite Fire- (610mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.46mm)

Rated Narrow Stab PE4-12-18 4' 1-1/2" 9/16" .018" – – 12.9 (19.2)
(1220mm) (38mm) (15mm) (.46mm)
System
*Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.
■ Similar features and benefits as Elite
Narrow Stab System.
■ For specific UL fire resistance, time-
rated designs, see page 14.
■ See page 16 for standard and
Colortone options. Selected
Popular Edge
Details Narrow Reveal Edge Narrow Reveal Edge Narrow Reveal Edge
9 "
(Beveled) 9⁄16" Grid (Corner Bevel) 9⁄16" Grid ⁄16 Grid

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9/16" Smoothline Bolt Slot Systems Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Smoothline Bolt Slot System
Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
The SmoothLine Bolt Slot System
SL12-13-15 12' 1-5/8" 9/16" .015" Intermediate 5.8 (8.6) 3.5 (5.2)
offers contemporary flair and (3660mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.38mm) Duty
extended design flexibility. 12.0 (17.9)

Complementing many of today’s SL12-13-20 12' 1-5/8" 9/16" .020" Heavy Duty 8.4 (12.5) 4.6 (6.8)
(3660mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.51mm) 16.0 (23.8)
modern designs, this system
provides a uniform ceiling plane
surface when installed with Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
appropriate reveal edge ceiling Cross Tee Metal
tile products. Item # Length Height Face Thickness ASTM C 635 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)

SL2-13-15 2' 1-5/8" 9/16" .015" – *55.0 (81.8) –

(610mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.38mm)
Smoothline Bolt Slot SL4-13-15 4' 1-5/8" 9/16" .015" – – 12.1 (18.0)
System (1220mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.38mm)

■ Narrow 9/16" (15mm) face features *Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.

a 1/4" (6mm) center regress for a

contemporary appearance.
■ Mitered design on cross tee and
Protectone Smoothline Fire-Rated Bolt Slot System
®

main runner intersections produces

a clean, continuous slot. Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
■ Intermediate and heavy duty load Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm)
bearing capabilities.
PSL12-13-20 12' 1-5/8" 9/16" .020" Intermediate – –
■ Special T-bolt fitting available to (3660mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.51mm) Duty
12.0 (17.9)
facilitate installation of partitions,
projection screens, track lighting
and signage. Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
■ Compatible with many standard lay- Cross Tee Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
in lighting fixtures and air handling
equipment components. PSL2-13-20 2' 1-5/8" 9/16" .020" – *55.0 (81.8) –
(610mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.51mm)

PSL4-13-20 4' 1-5/8" 9/16" .020" – 13.9 (20.7) –

®
(1220mm) (41mm) (15mm) (.51mm)
Protectone Smoothline *Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.
Fire-Rated Bolt Slot
System
■ Similar features and benefits as Smoothline Accessories
Smoothline Bolt Slot System. Item # Description

■ For specific UL fire resistance, time-

rated assemblies, see page 14. SLNC Notch Cover, 7/8" (22mm) Length
■ Intermediate duty load bearing
capabilities.
SLB Head Bolt with nut, 3/4" (19mm)

Selected
Popular Edge
Details Narrow Reveal Edge Narrow Reveal Edge
9 "
(Corner Bevel) ⁄16 Grid (Bolt Slot)
9 "
⁄16 Grid (Bolt Slot)

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15/16" Protectone® Aluminum Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Fire-Rated Capped System
Protectone® Aluminum Fire-Rated Capped System
Allowable Load
Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
® Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
Protectone Aluminum
Fire-Rated Capped PAC12-12-15* 12' 1-1/2"
(3660mm) (38mm)
15/16"
(24mm)
.015"
(.38mm)
Intermediate
Duty
6.0 (9.8) 4.0 (6.0)

System 12.0 (17.9)

The Aluminum Capped System meets PAC12-12-20 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" Heavy Duty 8.9 (13.2) 5.6 (8.3)
(3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm) 16.0 (23.8)
the needs of kitchens, food preparation
areas, computer rooms, and laboratories.
Allowable Load
Features: Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
Cross Tee Metal
■ Double web design for lasting Item # Length Height Face Thickness ASTM C 635 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
durability and strength.
PAC2-12-15* 2' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – **40.5 (60.3) –
■ Bayonet style couplings featured on (610mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
main runners for easy installation.
PAC4-12-15* 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .015" – – 14.0 (20.8)
■ Cross tees are stepped-end, and are (1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.38mm)
offered in 2' (610mm) and 4' *Also available with G60 galvanizing. Add suffix “G60” to item number. Example: PAC12-12-15-G60.
(1220mm) lengths. **Weight limited by a safety factor of 2.
■ Cross tees feature staked-on end
tabs for optimal tightness for ease
of installation.
■ Grid features hot-dipped galvanized Environmental Aluminum System
steel web construction for corrosion Allowable Load
resistance. Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
■ Intermediate Duty system available Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) 5' (1525mm) 6' (1830mm)
in G60 hot-dipped galvanized for
high-humidity environments. Specify EG12-12-24 12' 1-1/2" 15/16" .024" Light Duty – –
(3660mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.61mm) 5.0 (7.4)
G60 after Item #.
■ For specific UL fire resistance, time-
Allowable Load
rated assemblies, see page 14. Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m) Hanger Spacing
■ USDA/FSIS accepted. Cross Tee Metal
Item # Length Height Face Thickness ASTM C 635 2' (610mm) 4' (1220mm)
Environmental Aluminum EG2-12-24 2' 1-1/2" 15/16" .024" – 47.8 (71.1) –
System (610mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.61mm)

The Environmental Aluminum System EG4-12-24 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .024" – – 7.5 (11.2)
(1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.61mm)
is designed to provide exceptional
performance and corrosion resistance
in high moisture environments. Wall Angle
System is offered in the popular Item # Length Height Face
15/16" (24mm) face width. WA12-15SAL 12' 3/4" 15/16"
(3660mm) (19mm) (24mm)
Features:
■ Aluminum, direct hung double web
components.
■ Light Duty ASTM classification
(installation can be modified to
intermediate duty or heavy duty).
Selected
■ Knuckle joint end couplings
Popular Edge
featured on main runners.
Details Trim Edge Reveal Edge Reveal Edge
15 "
(Square) 15⁄16" Grid ⁄16 Grid (Beveled) 15⁄16" Grid
■ Cross tees feature hook-over design
with butt-cut ends.
■ Compatible with NEMA Type-G light
fixtures and standard air diffusers.
■ USDA/FSIS accepted. Reveal Edge
■ Typical applications include high
(Corner Bevel) ⁄16" Grid
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moisture environments such as

commercial kitchens, swimming
pools, showers, and lavatories.

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Wall Angle and Grid Accessories Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Wall Angle Products A wide spectrum of wall angle products and accessories are available to
complement our grid systems.
■ Variety of wall angle products lends
design and installation flexibility. Wall Angle Products
Standard
■ Standard wall angles to Item # Metal Dimensions Thickness
complement popular interior WA15-15 12' x 15/16" x 15/16" (3660mm x 24mm x 24mm) .020" (.51mm)
designs. WA15-9 12' x 15/16" x 9/16" (3660mm x 24mm x 15mm) .018" (.46mm)
■ WA32-32 12' x 2" x 2" (3660mm x 50mm x 50mm) .024" (.61mm)
Shadow mouldings produce a
reveal-edge look at perimeter Shadow Line
installations. Item # Metal Dimensions Thickness
SM1000 10' x 3/4" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/4" (3050mm x 19mm x 10mm x 10mm x 19mm) .020" (.51mm)
■ Aluminum cap and aluminum wall SM1061 10' x 3/4" x 3/4" x 3/4" x 3/4" (3050mm x 19mm x 19mm x 19mm x 19mm) .020" (.51mm)
mouldings available for high SM1064 10' x 3/4" x 1/4" x 1/4" x 3/4" (3050mm x 19mm x 6mm x 6mm x 19mm) .020" (.51mm)
moisture applications. SM1200 12' x 3/4" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 1/2" (3660mm x 19mm x 10mm x 10mm x 12mm) .020" (.51mm)
Aluminum Capped
Item # Metal Dimensions Thickness

WA15-15 WA15-9 WA12-15AL 12' x 3/4" x 15/16" (3660mm x 19mm x 24mm) .020" (.51mm)
WA12-15AL G60* 12' x 3/4" x 15/16" (3660mm x 19mm x 24mm) .020" (.51mm)
*G60 galvanizing
Environmental Aluminum
Item # Metal Dimensions Thickness
WA12-15SAL 12' x 3/4" x 15/16" (3660mm x 19mm x 24mm) .024" (.61mm)
WA32-32 WA12-15AL,
WA12-15SAL, Slip-on Moulding
WA12-15AL G60
Item # Metal Dimensions Thickness
M1034 10' x 1/2" x 3/4" x 7/8" (3050mm x 12mm x 19mm x 22mm) .008" (.20mm)

Grid Accessories
M1034 Hold Down Clips
Item # Description
AHD Adjustable hold down clip
SM1061 3/4"
(19mm)
SM1064 Outside Corner Caps
3/4"
(19mm)
Item # Description
3/4" 1/4" OC15-1 Outside corner cap, 15/16" (24mm) with 1/8" (3mm) radius
(19mm) (19mm)
OC15-9 Outside corner cap for use with wall angle no. WA15-9
3/4" 1/4"
(19mm)
OC15-6 Outside corner cap, 15/16" (24mm) with 3/4" (19mm) radius
3/4" 3/4" (19mm)
(19mm) (19mm) OC15-8 Outside corner cap, 15/16" (24mm) with 1" (25mm) radius

Inside Corner Caps

Item # Description
3/4"
3/4"
(19mm)
(19mm) IC15-1 Inside corner cap, 15/16" (24mm) with 1/8" (3mm) radius
SM1000 SM1200
IC15-9 Inside corner cap for use with wall angle no. WA15-9
Spacer Bars
3/8" 3/8"
(10mm) (10mm) Item # Description
SB20 2' Spacer Bar
3/4" 3/8" 1/2" 3/8"
(19mm) (10mm) (12mm) (10mm) SB40 4' Spacer Bar
Wire
Grid Accessories Item # Description

■ HW8 Hanger Wire - 8' (2440mm), 12 Gage (2.05mm)

Hold down clips, corner caps, and
HW12 Hanger Wire - 12' (3660mm), 12 Gage (2.05mm)
hanger wire are available for easy
HW16 Hanger Wire - 16' (4880mm), 12 Gage (2.05mm)
design and installation.
HW20 Hanger Wire - 20' (6100mm) , 12 Gage (2.05mm)

Hold Down Clip Hanger Wire SB20, SB40 Outside Corner Cap Inside Corner Cap Outside Corner Cap
OC15-1, OC15-9 IC15-1, IC15-9 OC15-6, OC15-8

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Drywall Grid System Celotex Brand
®

Suspension Systems
Drywall Grid System Our Drywall Grid System offers greater flexibility in designing and installing
gypsum board ceiling surfaces.
■ Offers an efficient alternative to
traditional installation approaches. Drywall Grid System
■ Allowable Load
Installation and leveling can be Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m)
performed by a single trade Hanger Spacing
enabling improved production Main Runner Metal ASTM C 635 Time Rated
Item # Length Height Face Thickness 4' (1220mm) Designs
scheduling and quality control.
PDW12-12-20 12' 1-1/2" 1-3/8" .020" Heavy Duty Yes
■ Assortment of furring tee and cross (3660mm) (38mm) (35mm) (.51mm) 16.0 (23.8)
tee options meet a variety of user
Allowable Load
needs and preferences. Lbs./Lin.Ft (kg/m)
Hanger Spacing
■ System designed with versatility, Channel and Metal Time Rated
durability and economical Tee Item # Length Height Face Thickness Description 4' (1220mm) Designs
installations in mind. PDW4-07-20 4' 7/8" 1-3/8" .020" Furring 8.2 (12.2) Yes
(1220mm) (22mm) (35mm) (.51mm) Cross Channel,
■ Main runners feature 1-3/8" (35mm) Steeped End
knurled face for precise screw
PDW4-12-20H 4' 1-1/2" 1-3/8" .020" Furring Tee, 18.6 (27.7) Yes
fastener installation and panel (1220mm) (38mm) (35mm) (.51mm) Hook End
attachment.
PDW4-12-20S 4' 1-1/2" 1-3/8" .020" Furring Tee, 18.6 (27.7) Yes
■ Intermediate and heavy duty load (1220mm) (38mm) (35mm) (.51mm) Stab End
bearing capabilities.
DW4-12-12S 4' 1-1/2" 1-3/8" .012" Furring Tee, 12.3 (18.3)
■ Protectone® Drywall (PDW) items (1220mm) (38mm) (35mm) (.30mm) Stab End
designate products for specific UL PDWL4-12-20S 4' 1-1/2" 15/16" .020" Cross Tee, 17.0 (25.3) Yes
fire resistance, time-rated (1220mm) (38mm) (24mm) (.51mm) Stab End
assemblies, see page 14.
■ System accommodates common Wall Track Metal Time Rated
gypsum board panels of any size up Item # Length Height Face Thickness Description Designs
to 4' x 12' (1220 x 3660mm). WT12E* 12' 1-9/16" 1" – Wall Track – –
(3660mm) (25mm)
■ PDWL4-12-20S cross tee features
white finish and is suitable for use WT12W** 12' 1-1/2" 1" – Wall Track – –
(3660mm) (38mm) (25mm)
with many NEMA Type-G
fluorescent lighting fixtures. UA10 10' 1-1/2" 1-1/2" – Utility Angle – –
(3050mm) (38mm) (38mm)
■ Air handling light fixtures, surface
*Available East of the Rocky Mountains only.
mounted diffusers, or pressurized **Available West of the Rocky Mountains only.

plenum may be used for air supply

and return.
■ Drywall grid components have hot-
dipped galvanized coating and
finish for corrosion resistance,
except PDWL4-12-20S which
features hot-dipped galvanized
coating with white finish.
Main Runner Furring Channel Furring Tee
PDW12-12-20 PDW4-07-20 PDW4-12-20H

Furring Tees Wall Track Utility Angle

PDW4-12-20S, DW4-12-12S WT12E, WT12W UA10
Cross Tee
PDWL4-12-20S

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Fire Resistance Time-Rated Designs
Ceiling Suspension Systems UL Fire Rated Designs
Type PCH/PCS Type PAC Type PE Type PSL Type PDWH/PDWS
Floor-Ceiling Exposed Exposed Exposed Exposed Furring

Concrete and A202, A210, A211 A202, A210 A202 - -

Cellular Steel A212
Floor Units

Concrete and D203*, D205*, D209 D203*, D205*, D209 D216 - D501, D502**
Steel Floor D215, D216, D218 D215, D216
Units

Concrete and G201, G202, G204 G201, G208*, G209 G217, G229 G264 G523**, G524
Steel Joists G208*, G209, G210 G210, G211, G213 G236, G256 G525**, G526**
G211, G213, G214 G214, G215, G216 G262, G265 G527**, G528**
G215, G216, G217 G217, G218*, G222** G529**
G218*, G222**, G227 G228, G234, G241
G228, G229, G231 G242, G244, G248*
G234, G236, G241 G250, G255*, G256
G242, G243, G244 G258, G259**
G248*, G250, G255*
G256, G258, G259**

Concrete J201 J201 - - J502**

Wood Joists L201*, L202, L206 L201*, L202, L206 L201* - L211, L502**
L208, L209, L210 L208, L209, L210 L508**, L513**
L211, L212 L211, L212 L515, L525**
L526**, L529**

Type PCH/PCS Type PAC Type PE Type PSL Type PDWH/PDWS

Roof-Ceiling Exposed Exposed Exposed Exposed Furring

P201, P202, P203 P201, P202, P203 P204*, P225 P254 P237**, P239**
P204*, P206, P207 P204*, P206, P207 P227, P251 P253, P241**, P501**
P210, P211, P213 P210, P211, P214 P259* P260*, P506**, P507**
P214, P215, P216 P215, P216, P219 P261* P262* P508**, P509**
P219, P225 P227 P225, P227, P228 P510**, P513**
P228, P229, P230 P229, P230, P231 P514**
P231, P235, P237 P235, P237, P238
P238, P239, P241 P239, P241, P244
P242, P244, P245 P245, P246, P251
P246, P250, P251 P253, P255, P257
P253, P255, P257 P259*, P260*, P261*
P259*, P260*, P261* P262*, P264*
P262*, P264*

*Protectone® acoustical ceiling products listed in the design.

**ProRoc™ Brand Type X or ProRoc™ Brand Type C gypsum board products listed in the design.

Fire rated designs specified in this table refer to UL Classifications based on standard test method ANSI/UL 263 (ASTM E 119, UBC 7-1, NFPA 251, CAN/ULC-S101M) under UL File R15573.
The information contained in this table is intended only to be used as a guide. For detailed time-rated assembly information, refer to the latest Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Fire
Resistance Directory, Vol. 1 at www.ul.com.

Warranties
Ceiling Suspension Systems
10 Year Limited Warranty
BPB America Inc. warrants for 10 years from the date of
installation that its Celotex® Brand Ceiling Suspension Systems,
described below, when installed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations shall not incur 50% red rust
as defined by ASTM B 117 test procedures during the 10 years
of this limited warranty. This limited warranty is subject to
further conditions outlined below:
Terms and Conditions
1) Celotex® Brand Suspension Systems shall be installed in
accordance with all applicable BPB recommendations in
effect at the time of installation, using approved installation
procedures described in the Ceiling Systems Handbook
published by the Ceiling & Interior Systems Construction
Association.
2) The suspension systems shall be installed only in areas free
from excessive humidity and the temperature and humidity
conditions must not exceed 104 degree Fahrenheit (40
degrees C) and 90% relative humidity, 95% for Protectone®
Fire-Rated Aluminum Capped System, 100% for
Environmental Aluminum Systems following installation with
the environmental conditions being controlled within those
limits. Any deviation from those limits in the
building or portions of the building shall void the
warranty.
3) These systems cannot be used in exterior applications, where
standing water is present or where moisture will come in
direct contact with the suspension system.
4) No water or water vapor from sources including but not
limited to condensation, leaking pipes and/or ducts or steam
shall come in contact with the suspension system.
5) Prior to installation, the suspension systems must be stored in
a dry and clean area, protected from possible damage caused
by rain, snow, and excessive moisture. The suspension
systems must also be protected against possible impacts and
abrasions while on the construction site.
6) The plenum shall not be vented to the outside air in such a
way as to allow humidity above warranty conditions to exist
within the plenum.
DEVIATIONS FROM THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SHALL VOID
THE WARRANTY.
Exclusions
Damage caused by improper maintenance, fire, exposure to
smoke, fumes, chemical vapors, exterior elements, freezing
temperatures, vibration, abuse, and normal wear and tear are
not covered by this warranty. The warranty covers the
following Celotex® Brand Ceiling Suspension Systems: Classic
Hook, Protectone® Classic Fire-Rated Hook, Classic Stab,
Protectone® Classic Fire-Rated Stab, Elite Narrow Stab,
Protectone® Elite Narrow Fire-Rated Stab, Protectone®
Aluminum Fire-Rated Capped, Drywall Grid, Smoothline Bolt
Slot, Protectone® Smoothline Bolt Slot, and Environmental
Aluminum System. Should the Celotex® Brand Ceiling
Suspension System incur 50% red rust during the warranty
period, written notice must be given within 30 days after first
observing this condition to the following address: BPB America
Inc., Technical Services Department, 5301 W. Cypress Street,
Suite 300, Tampa, Florida 33607-1766 USA. If upon investigation
BPB finds that the 50% red rust is caused by manufacturing
defects and is covered under this warranty, owner’s sole remedy
and BPB’s liability shall be limited to BPB furnishing new
material of the same or similar type and grade in an amount
equal to that which is determined to be defective. BPB shall not
be responsible for any installation or replacement costs.
THE FURNISHING OF SUCH CELOTEX® BRAND SUSPENSION
SYSTEMS SHALL CONSTITUTE THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF BPB AND
SHALL CONSTITUTE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF CUSTOMER.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO
THE ABOVE AND BPB SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR
LABOR CHARGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LABOR
CHARGES IN CONNECTION WITH REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT
OF 50% RED RUSTED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS, NOR FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
No representative of BPB has authority to make any
representation or promise with respect to this limited warranty
except as stated herein.
Metric Specifications
BPB’s Celotex® Brand Suspension Ceiling Systems are available in
metric lengths with corresponding metric slotting. To further
assist specifiers with metric needs. BPB will provide metric
conversion dimensioning when this method of measurement is
desired. “Soft” or “hard” metric conversion dimensioning is
available, please specify when ordering. To order a product in
metric measurement or request metric conversion dimensioning
for specification, treat your needs as a “Made to Order Product
Request”.

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Warranties
Ceiling Suspension Systems
15 Year 104/90, 95, 100 Limited
Warranty
BPB America Inc. warrants for 15 years from the date of
installation that certain its Standard Mineral Acoustical Ceiling
Panels and certain Capaul® Brand Acoustical Ceiling Panels
described below when installed together with certain Celotex®
Brand Ceiling Suspension Systems in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations, against visible sag as a direct
result of manufacturing defect and that the suspension system
shall not incur 50% red rust as defined by ASTM B 117 test
procedures during the 15 years of this limited warranty. This
limited warranty is subject to further conditions outlined
below:
Terms and Conditions
1. The panels and suspension systems shall be installed in
accordance with all applicable BPB recommendations in
effect at the time of installation, using approved installation
procedures described in the Ceilings Systems Handbook
published by the Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction
Association.
2. The panels and suspension systems shall be installed only in
areas free from excessive humidity and the temperature and
humidity conditions must not exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit
(40 degrees C) and 90% relative humidity or 95% (fiberglass
ceiling products and Protectone® Fire-Rated Aluminum
Capped System) or 100% (Aquarock™ and Enviromental
Aluminum System) following installation with the
environmental conditions being controlled within those
limits. Any deviation from those limits in the
building or portions of the building shall void the
warranty.
3. These systems cannot be used in exterior applications where
standing water is present or where moisture will come in
contact with the ceiling.
4. No water or water vapor from sources including but not
limited to condensation, leaking pipes and/or ducts or steam
shall come in contact with the panels or suspension system.
5. The panels must not be used to support any other material
such as light fixtures, or mechanical equipment, except
fiberglass insulation installed in accordance with BPB
recommendations.
6. Prior to installation, the panels and suspension systems must
Special Notes
Ceiling Suspension Systems
Standards and Requirements
Standards
Celotex® Brand ceiling suspension components are roll formed
to meet or exceed ASTM C 635, and to conform to direct hung
structural classifications of Light (5.0-11.9 lbs.). Intermediate
(12.0-15.9 lbs.) or Heavy Duty (16.0 or more lbs.) Metal
thicknesses comply with the United States Standard Revised
Manufacturers Gage Table, but metal thickness is subject to mill
tolerances.
General Installation Requirements
Celotex® Brand suspended ceiling systems are designed and
tested for specifications and use in interior applications only.
Celotex® Brand Ceiling Suspension Systems Short Form Specifications
(SECTION 09120 - Ceiling Suspension)
Part 2 - Products
2.01 Manufacturers
A. Suspension Syetems:
1. BPB
2.02 Suspension Systems
A. Components: Main runners and cross tees, base metal and
end detail, fabricated from commercial quality steel
complying with ASTM A 366 or A 625. Main runners and
cross tees are double web steel construction with exposed
flange design. Exposed surfaces chemically cleansed,
protective coated, capping prefinished steel in baked-on
enamel paint .
1. Structural Classification: ASTM C 635 (Duty Class) duty.
2. Color: As selected.
3. Acceptable Product: (Product Series) as manufactured by
BPB
B. High Humidity Finish: Comply with ASTM C 635 requirements
for Coating Classification for Severe Environmental
Performance where high humidity finishes are indicated.
1. Protectone® Aluminum Fire-Rated Capped System by BPB.
2. Environmental Aluminum System by BPB.
3. Color: [white aluminum] [anodized aluminum]
be stored in a dry and clean area, protected from possible
damage caused by rain, snow, and excessive moisture. The
panels and suspension systems must also be protected
against possible impacts and abrasions while on the
construction site.
7. The plenum space above the ceiling panels must
not be used as a duct to supply conditioned air to
the building. Also, the plenum shall not be vented
to the outside air in such a way as to allow
humidity above warranty conditions to exist within
the plenum.
DEVIATIONS FROM THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SHALL VOID
THE WARRANTY
Exclusions
Damage caused by improper maintenance, fire, exposure to
smoke, fumes, chemical vapors, exterior elements (excluding
Aquarock™), freezing temperatures, vibrations, abuse and
normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty excludes consequential dameges that may result
from the presence of standing water (excluding Aquarock™), or
where moisture is in direct contact with the ceiling materials.
Causes could include, but are not limited to, building leaks,
condensation, and HVAC system performance failure.
This warranty covers the following certain Celotex® Brand
standard products including Protectone® versions for conditions
up to 104˚F/90% RH: Aquarock, Cashmere®* (CM, CMR, CMTS,
CMF, CMO, CMB); Cashmere High NRC (CM NRCP); Capcore™;
Capcore 44™; Baroque™ Customline® (BQCL/BQCLN 224,
BQCL/BQCLN 448, BQCL/BQCLN 812); Envirogard™; Fine Fissured
(HHF, FFR, FFT, FFCL); Gyptone® Brand (Base, Point, Line,
Quattro); Baroque™ High NRC (BET DP); Mobile/Modular Space;
Non-Directional Perforated (NDP); Sand (SH, SHP); Sand Micro™
(SHM); School Board® (SB); Symphony® m; Sympony® g; Theatre
Black (NDP-Black); Tufcore™; Tufcore 49™; and Vantage 10™
(VAN); Vinlyrock™ II, X and VinylShield™ A, B, C. When installed
with any of the following Celotex® Suspension Systems: Classic
Hook, Protectone® Classic Fire-Rated Hook, Classic Stab,
Protectone® Classic Fire-Rated Stab, Elite Narrow Stab,
Protectone® Elite Narrow Fire-Rated Stab, Protectone®
Aluminum Fire-Rated Capped, Smoothline Bolt Slot, Protectone®
Smoothline Bolt Slot, and Environmental Aluminum System.
The manufacturer should be consulted for recommendations
regarding exterior applications. Installation should be done
only when the temperature and humidity closely approximate
the interior conditions that will exist when the building is
occupied. The heating and cooling systems should be operating
to maintain these conditions prior to, during and after
installation. Special attention should be given to proper
ventilation of the plenum, especially in high moisture areas.
Prior to the start of installation, all exterior widows and
doors are to be in place, glazed and weather-stripped, the
roof is to be watertight and all wet trades work is to be
completed and thoroughly dry. Mechanical, electrical or other
utility service work above the ceiling plane are also to be
completed. No materials should rest against or wrap around
the ceiling suspension components or the wires that suspend
or brace them.
C. Attachment Devices: Size for five times design load indicated
in ASTM C 635, Table 1, Direct Hung unless otherwise
indicated.
D. Wire for Hangers and Ties: ASTM A 641, Class 1 zinc coating,
soft temper, prestretched, with a yield stress load of at least
three times design load, but not less than 12 gage (2.05 mm).
E. Edge Mouldings and Trim: Steel or aluminum of types and
profiles indicated or, if not indicated, manufacturer’s
standard moldings for edges and penetrations, including
light fixtures, that fit type of edge detail and suspension
system indicated. Provide mouldings with exposed flange of
the same width as exposed main runner.
F. Accessories
Part 3 - Execution
3.01 Examination
Examine area receiving suspension system to identify conditions
which will adversely affect installation. Do not begin
installation until adverse conditions have been remedied.
3.02 Installation - Non Fire-Rated
System
A. Install suspension system in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions, and in compliance with ASTM C
636 and with the authorities having jurisdiction.
*All standard Cashmere® products excluding 2' x 4 ' (600 x
1200mm) face scored products, Integrated Accents,
Imagination™ Series, Frameworks and Custom Options.
Should BPB’s acoustical panels visibly sag or the Celotex® Brand
suspension system incur 50% red rust during the warranty
period, written notice must be given within 30 days after first
observing this condition to the following address: BPB America
Inc., Technical Services Department, 5301 W. Cypress Street,
Suite 300 Tampa, FL 33607-1766 USA. If upon investigation,
BPB finds that the visible sagging or 50% red rust is caused by
manufacturing defects and is covered under this warranty,
owner’s sole remedy and BPB’s liability shall be limited to BPB
furnishing new material of the same or similar type and grade
in an amount equal to that which is determined to be
defective. BPB does not warrant that the replacement panels
will match the exact color of remaining in-place panels. BPB
shall not be responsible for any installation or replacement
costs.
THE FURNISHING OF SUCH PANELS AND/OR SUSPENSIONS
SYSTEMS SHALL CONSTITUTE THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF BPB AND
SHALL CONSTITUTE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF CUSTOMER.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO
THE ABOVE AND BPB SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR
LABOR CHARGES. INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LABOR
CHARGES IN CONNECTION WITH REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT
OF SAGGING PANELS AND/OR 50% RED RUSTED SUSPENSION
SYSTEMS, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
No representative of BPB has the authority to make any
representation or promise with respect to this limited warranty
except as stated herein.
All direct hung components are to be properly leveled,
suspended and tightly tied with at least three full turns by not
less than 12 gage (2.05mm) galvanized steel wire. Load test
recommendations are not to be exceeded, nor should the
components be deflected more than 1/360th of their span.
ICBO Evaluation Report
See ICBO Evaluation Service, Inc., Evaluation Report No.
ER-1905 for allowable values and/or condition of uses
concerning material presented in this document. It is subject to
re-examination, revision and possible cancellation.
B. Main Runners: Installed (48) inches on center, by direct
suspension from existing structure, with not less than 12
gage ASTM A 641, Class 1 zinc coated hanger wires wrapped
tightly 3 full turns, spaced 48 inches on center along
component length.
C. Cross Tees:
1. Installed perpendicular to main runners (24) (48) (60)
inches on center form ___ by___ modules.
2. Installed adjacent to each unsupported side of recessed
fixtures.
D. (Angle) moldings: Installed on vertical surfaces, intersecting
main runners and cross tees, by appropriate method in
accordance with industry accepted practice.
Fire Rated System
A. Install suspension system in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions and in compliance with ASTM C
636 and with the authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Suspension System Components: Installed in accordance with
UL Design Number ___ guidelines.
3.03 Adjusting and Cleaning
A. Remove damaged components, replace with undamaged
components. Clean with non-solvent based non-abrasive
commercial cleaning solution.
BPB’s Celotex® Brand Ceiling Suspension Systems are available in
metric lengths with corresponding metric slotting.
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Color Options
All products except Drywall Grid offered in Standard White. Drywall Grid offered with hot-dipped
galvanized finish.
Protectone® Classic Fire-Rated Stab System and Protectone® Elite Fire-Rated Narrow Stab System can be
specified in the following colors:

Blondewood Beige Breeze Glass Block Silver Lining Silver Plate

Wet Clay White Wash Yellow Flash Standard White

For special order finishes and customized color options, consult your BPB Sales Represetative for availability, pricing,
and minimum order quantities.

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Characteristics, properties or performance of materials or systems manufactured by BPB herein described are derived from data obtained
under controlled test conditions. BPB makes no warranties, express or implied, as to their characteristics, properties or performance under
any variations from such conditions in actual construction. BPB assumes no responsibility for the effects of structural movement.
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NOTICE: The information in this document is subject to change without notice. BPB assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
inadvertently appear in this document.
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