CONTACT: Cindy O’Neill
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SKY’S THE LIMIT WITH NEW SIZE FOR ARMSTRONG
LINE OF FORMATIONS™ CEILING CLOUDS
Architects and designers now have a choice of cloud size, ceiling
panel, suspension system, and perimeter trim when creating clouds
Armstrong has expanded its line of Formations™ Squares Accent and Acoustical Ceiling
Clouds with the addition of new capabilities to allow larger size clouds that enhance both
aesthetics and acoustics, especially in open plenum spaces.
In addition to its portfolio of fifteen standard Formations Squares clouds, Armstrong is
now offering architects and designers a choice of square cloud size as well as a choice of the
ceiling panel, suspension system and perimeter trim used in a cloud.
The minimum length and width of custom-sized clouds is four feet. There is no
maximum size as long as larger sized square clouds are in two-foot increments.
To further expand design flexibility, any Armstrong 2’x 2’ ceiling panel can now be used
in a square cloud, including lay-in, tegular, and Vector® panels. Designers can also choose
from five suspension systems and six Axiom® perimeter trims. Trim is available in white as
well as standard and custom colors.
Designed for use in new construction or retrofit, Formations cloud ceiling systems
consist of full-size ceiling panels and a kit containing all the pre-cut-to-length, ready-toassemble suspension system and perimeter trim components required to create the cloud.
The pre-engineered elements help eliminate many of the risks of a custom installation.
Improve Acoustics and Aesthetics
Ideal for improving ceiling acoustics in exposed structure and other acousticallychallenged spaces, Formations Acoustical Clouds provide more ceiling sound absorption than
a continuous ceiling of the same surface area because sound is absorbed on both the front
and back surfaces of the cloud. For maximum performance, choose Optima®, Ultima®,
Tierra™ and Cirrus® ceiling panels.
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-2Aesthetically, both Formations Accent and Acoustical Clouds offer an appealing
visual because all corners are factory-mitered, and all grid and perimeter trim is pre-cut to size
to reduce the number of visual splices. Elimination of field fabrication helps assure better fit
and cleaner, more precise joinery.
Fewer Hanger Wires Required
Formations Clouds also feature the StrongBack™ installation system that uses fewer
hanger wires and recesses them to impart more of a “floating” look to the cloud. In addition,
the hangers are made from aircraft cable instead of traditional wire to impart a sleeker, more
finished appearance.
For more information on Armstrong Formations clouds, visit armstrong.com/formations.
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is a global leader in the design and manufacture of
floors, ceilings and cabinets. In 2010, Armstrong consolidated net sales totaled nearly $2.8
billion. Based in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong operates 33 plants in eight countries and has
approximately 9,500 employees.
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