(Chicago) -- Helping reduce curvilinear metal ceilings' installation costs by up to 50%, CurvGrid™ Systems from Chicago Metallic® Corporation reduce labor and save time for commercial interiors projects. CurvGrid Systems create dramatic ceiling waves, islands, vaults and transitions between ceiling heights. They are well suited for both small and large spaces in a wide range of applications, including auditoriums, offices, shopping centers, transit centers, art galleries, and healthcare facilities. "CurvGrid system's patented primary carrier aligns suspension components and trim to create a stronger curved system. It takes about half the time to install as traditional systems' labor-intensive hanger drops," says Brian Valdez, Chicago Metallic Corporation's product manager. "With fewer hanger wires and a smooth grid surface without crimped tees, it also presents an attractive look that can be enhanced with colors, finishes and perforations." The company offers three different CurvGrid Systems, engineered and designed to project specifications. * CurvGrid One-Directional System infill panels butt together and curve to match the undulating ceiling plane, giving a one-directional continuous ribbon-like aesthetic. * CurvGrid Two-Directional System utilizes cross tees and flexible panels that bend to follow the curve of the grid. * CurvGrid with EZ-Flex® Panels conceal the suspension from view for a monolithic appearance. EZ-Flex Panels' integral tabs require no clips, no cutting and no tools as they install with a simple bend and twist. These systems may be used with or without flexible infill panels. If desired, CurvGrid and EZ-Flex solid and perforated panels are available in standard and custom sizes. The panels may be painted in a broad palette of colors as well as simulated wood grain finishes. Panels also may be ordered with acoustical backers for sound control. In addition, CurvTrim™ vertically curved perimeter trim with factory-mitered corners provides clean, crisp intersections. The metal used in CurvGrid Ceiling Systems, EZ-Flex Panels and CurvTrim Perimeter Trim contains no organic compounds, which mitigates mold and microbial growth. Further enhancing the environmental attributes, the metal may be specified with up to 100% post-consumer recycled content and is 100% locally recyclable. The use of environmentally responsible building materials is a critical component of the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED® certification process. Supporting LEED goals and documentation, Chicago Metallic includes downloadable resources on its website. Assisting with design and installation details, CAD drawings, Google™ SketchUp models and Revit® 3-D models also are on demand at www.chicagometallic.com.

(Chicago) -- Chicago Metallic® Corporation’s EuroStone® Sustainable Ceiling Panels provide acoustical performance, environmental responsibility and long-term durability in high-performance buildings. In addition, EuroStone panels receive high marks for aesthetics with a range of finishes, edge details, patterns and custom-embossed designs. “Maximizing indoor environmental quality, while reducing concerns about microorganism contamination and Sick Building Syndrome, are important issues in commercial building design. That’s why EuroStone Sustainable Ceiling Panels are the product of choice for healthy buildings around the world,” says Brooks Williams, Chicago Metallic’s marketing manager, acoustical ceiling panels. In support of indoor environmental quality, EuroStone panels are made from an inorganic blend of volcanic stone, and inorganic binders. They contain no volatile organic compounds (no VOCs), surface coatings or biocides. EuroStone panels are composed of non-hazardous and non-fibrous materials. The panels’ inherent properties ensure they will not warp, sag in high temperature and humidity environments. They are fire-resistant and will not burn, smoke or contribute fuel to a fire or high temperate condition. Other examples of EuroStone Ceiling Panels can be seen in Chicago Metallic’s own corporate headquarters and in such notable projects as: * Chicago’s DePaul University’s Ray Meyer Center * Illinois’ Merle Norman Cosmetics’ store * University of South Carolina’s Williams-Brice Stadium * Miami Dolphins’ Sun Life Stadium * Mexico City’s Grupo Imagen office building * University of Texas’ Health Science Center * Houston Astros’ Minute Maid Park * Frisco Conference Center, Texas * Bally Total Fitness, North Dallas Texas Assisting with design and installation details, LEED documentation, cutting and handling recommendations, cleaning and maintenance instructions, project case studies and other resources also are on demand at www.chicagometallic.com.