by Brianna Crandall — October 14, 2016 — For facilities managers who want to keep up to date on building materials for upcoming projects, CertainTeed has just introduced the QuickSpan Locking Drywall Grid System, an innovative ceiling grid system that the company says provides the industry’s longest unsupported spans for flat drywall, engineered and designed to offer faster, easier ceilings installations for contractors in hallway and corridor applications.
Part of CertainTeed’s complete drywall grid system, QuickSpan is a locking system that features solid cross tees that audibly click into place for a positive lock, comprised of a heavy-duty metal material for maximum rigidity and screw grip. This greater strength and stability is achieved with a meticulously constructed double-stitched web.
QuickSpan Locking Drywall Grid System features solid cross tees that audibly click into place for a positive lock, comprised of a heavy-duty metal material for maximum rigidity and screw grip.
QuickSpan’s locking channel includes pre-engineered locking tabs spaced every eight inches on center, allowing tees to quickly twist and click into place, providing installers with peace of mind that the layout is accurate and the channel is set. The locking tab also prevents lateral and upward movement or deflection.
“Ceilings installers were very clear with us. They want to provide high-quality installations that are easier, faster and more cost effective,” says Matt Rapposelli, product manager for CertainTeed Ceilings. “QuickSpan is a direct result of their input — a superior product that speeds up production and lowers labor costs.”
With the highest tested and certified load data, QuickSpan goes the distance without mid-span support or hanger wire, says the company. When compared to a standard hung drywall grid, QuickSpan is engineered to neither deflect nor roll. QuickSpan is available in custom lengths along with a full line of standard lengths.
For more information on CertainTeed Commercial Ceilings or the QuickSpan system, visit the company’s Web site. CertainTeed is a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s leading producers of building products.
