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Introduction
worldwide
wall mounting architecture
design sustainable acoustic solutions
ceiling systems
nature acoustics
timeless
The demand for a positive environment that is worth living in is bigger than ever before. Architects, planners and build-
ing owners all over the world have to meet this demand. It is our task to provide them with products that enable them to
fulfil this challenge.
With the high-quality Heradesign acoustic solutions that are made of ecologically sound materials and with a focus
on functionality and an almost unlimited variety of design options, we are making a consistent contribution to creating
contemporary living spaces.
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Contents
1 Introduction 02
2 Product overview 20
2.1 Product Range 22
2.2 Product Range A2 28
2.3 Product Range plus 30
3 Product details 32
3.1 Colours 32
3.2 System parts 34
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Heradesign acoustic solutions
reduce all irritating background noise.
Well, almost all.
Because there can be sources of noise that even we are powerless to control.
Heradesign. That’s what sustainable acoustics look like.
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Acoustics
Acoustics
Heradesign acoustic solutions reduce all irritating background noise. Well, almost all. Because there can be sources of
noise that even we are powerless to control.
Not all irritating factors are so obvious or result from noise. For a pleasant, positive room atmosphere it is not only
influences what we hear, but in particular what we feel.
Heradesign has been dealing with the complex topic of acoustics for decades.
Besides studying the phenomenon of noise and acoustics, for us this means the development of sustainable,
acoustically optimised solutions. Acoustics is one of the most important factors that influences the well-being, mood and
temper of people – even if we do not perceive it consciously.
Heradesign produces, develops and distributes high-class acoustic systems based on wood wool for ceiling and wall
installations. The systems provide unique, timeless design character and a multitude of creative options. The high quality
and ‘warm’ character of the wood wool structure makes our products unmistakable. Profound competence, decades of
experience and the company’s traditional origins result in outstanding acoustic solutions that improve well-being as well
as performance. Relaxation and concentration lead to success!
In this Product Catalogue you will learn more about the variety of products, the outstanding sound absorption values and
the design options of Heradesign acoustic solutions.
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Introduction
Heradesign, headquartered in Ferndorf, Austria, has been a business unit of Knauf Insulation GmbH since 2007.
The company has its roots in the Heraklith AG, to which the cult status of the products as well as its professional
competence can be attributed.
More information at www.heradesign.com.
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Introduction
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Sustainability
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Wood, magnesite and water are the principal components of the Heradesign acoustic panels – so they are completely
harmless in terms of building biology. Heradesign’s magnesite bonded wood wool panel is a natural product in line with
the current trend for sustainable materials. product and in line with the current trend.
But we are not talking about a short-lived fashion here: Heradesign acoustic panels can prove a durability of more
than 80 years in buildings, and since 2010 Heradesign has been offering a 15 year warranty on the functionality of all
wood wool products. In case it should one day become necessary: magnesite bonded wood wool panels can also be
recycled. Because, when talking about sustainability in the building industry, the topic of disposal is becoming more
and more important.
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Nachhaltigkeit
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Warranty
Heradesign offers a 15 year warranty on all wood wool based acoustic solutions. In most cases, only the statutory
warranty period is customary for this product category, which is ten years at most, depending on the country.
Intensive, long-term studies and experience have shown that the func- enough. The performance of an acoustic solution over a longer period
tionality of Heradesign acoustic solutions continues for decades. This is of time depends significantly on the design chosen, the quality of instal-
why Heradesign offers a 15 year warranty on the functionality of wood lation and the handling of the product.
wool acoustic solutions.
The training sessions for installation workers and sales partners of-
By sustainability Heradesign also means the durability of its products fered by Heradesign since mid-2010 at the in-house training and
and their functionality. A requirement for warranty claims is, of course, competence centre, campus, contribute to gaining an in-depth un-
that the required installation conditions and processing guidelines are derstanding of high quality installation and professional handling of the
observed. The importance of skilled installation cannot be emphasised valuable acoustic products.
* This warranty declaration is not valid for France, Canada and the USA.
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Product properties
By using high-quality raw materials and innovative production technologies, Heradesign wood wool
acoustic panels offer a multitude of design possibilities and functionality. The results are the following
product properties and benefits:
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References
References
Heradesign’s numerous national and international reference properties allow
for an interesting range of descriptions: from sensual to exotic, from classi-
cal to straightforward, from extravagant to subtle. In particular they confirm
one thing: acceptance for a sophisticated product range that lives up to the
different styles and demands worldwide. Draw inspiration from a trip through
the world of design possibilities that had been undreamt-of so far.
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References
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References
References
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References
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References
References
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Product overview
Product overview
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Heradesign® macro Heradesign® fine Heradesign® superfine Heradesign® micro Heradesign® plano
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Product overview
Product Range
macro fine superfine micro plano
600 x 600 mm • • • • •
Standard colours White, similar to RAL 9010 / beige – natural tone 13 (further colour shades from colour
Areas of application Suitable for rooms with a constant relative humidity of up to 90%. Application in rooms
Heradesign® macro
1-layer magnesite bonded wood wool acoustic panel (fibre width approx. 3 mm).
Characteristic surface structure, building biology recommended.
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Product overview
• • – – – –
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with relative humidity higher than 80% requires consultation with structural-physical experts.
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Product overview
Heradesign® fine
1-layer magnesite bonded wood wool acoustic panel (fibre width 2 mm).
Characteristic surface structure, acoustically effective, building biology recommended.
Heradesign® superfine
1-layer magnesite bonded wood wool acoustic panel (fibre width approx. 1 mm).
Exquisite surface structure, building biology recommended.
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Product overview
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Product overview
Heradesign® micro
1-layer magnesite bonded wood wool acoustic panel with a fine pored structure,
building biology recommended.
Heradesign® plano
1-layer magnesite bonded wood wool acoustic panel with closed surface,
building biology recommended.
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Product overview
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Product overview
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Product overview
Heradesign® fine plus Heradesign® superfine plus Heradesign® micro plus Heradesign® plano plus
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Produktübersicht
Produktdetails
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Product details – Colours
Colours
Not only the quality of acoustics is important to us – we also
offer solutions which have a unique appearance. The typi-
cal, stable surface structure of the wood wool panels is per-
fectly suitable for creative design and colouring. An almost
unlimited range of colours is available – almost every colour
from popular colour systems such as RAL, NCS or StoColor
can be chosen. Silicate paints based on potassium silicate
and an organic bonding agent are used for colouring the
Heradesign acoustic panels in white, pastel colours or solid
colours. What’s more, very special effects can be achieved
with the twelve trendy metallic colours.
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System parts
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System parts
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System parts
1) Heradesign holding profiles 6) Heradesign PE trickle protection film bags for
2) Heradesign maintenance opening for installation Heradesign acoustic linings
in wall and ceiling structures 7) Heradesign repair and covering spray for
3) Heradesign ceiling angle Heradesign acoustic panels and screws
4) Heradesign screws 8) Heradesign grid system
5) Heradesign acoustic lining
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Systems – Baffles
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Systems – Ceiling rafts
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1) Corner piece
2) Side piece 600
3) Side piece 1200
4) Standard 1200 or 600
Ceiling rafts
Heradesign ceiling rafts have been designed especially for large rooms with individual communication islands.
They provide an individual optimisation of acoustics, thereby considerably improving speech intelligibility and con-
centration. However, ceiling rafts are more than simply acoustic solutions: the unique wood wool appearance of the
surface structure also makes visually appealing and surprising design options possible.
Heradesign ceiling rafts are also highly recommended as an additional sound absorption measure. Thanks to their
fast installation, the acoustics and well-being in the room can be optimised without the need to install or exchange
the whole ceiling. Furthermore, ceiling rafts enable segmentation of areas in the same room without having to erect
dividing walls or partitions. This saves cost and space.
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Systems – Holding profiles
Supporting profiles
It is not only the ceiling that makes a room perfect; you can give a room a special effect by mounting
an acoustic wall solution. Make use of the varied areas of application of Heradesign products and the
appropriate mounting systems.
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Constructions and structures
Installation
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Installation types:
– Screw mounting onto wood laths – Suspended ceiling with concealed T-sections
– Screw mounting onto CD-sections – Wall mounting with Heradesign holding profiles
– Suspended ceiling with visible T-sections
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Constructions and structures
Note:
Heradesign plus products are available with AK-01 edge design.
Design that is safe against ball throwing for ceilings and walls according to DIN 18023/Part 3 or
EN 13964, Annex D.
– at least 3 screws per panel width and support
– max. distance of screws: <315 mm
– centre distance: cross joists/main profiles 600/625 mm
main joists/basic profiles 900 mm (vernier hanger)
– size of cross and main joists: >60 x 30 mm
– size of profiles: 60/27/0.6 mm
– recommended panel thickness 35 mm – except: Product Range A2
Extensive, detailed information on system structures, certificates and assembly can be found at www.heradesign.com and in the Heradesign Installation Guide.
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Constructions and structures
Panel dimensions
Grid dimensions
Abbreviation
Recommended
Design
section width
superfine A2
superfine
fine A2
macro
micro
plano
fine
25 15 25 35 15 25 35 25 35 25 25 25 mm L/W mm L/W mm
System edges: screw mounting
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Constructions and structures
Panel dimensions
Grid dimensions
Abbreviation
Recommended
Design
section width
superfine A2
superfine
fine A2
macro
micro
plano
fine
25 15 25 35 15 25 35 25 35 25 25 25 mm L/W mm L/W mm
System edges: Heradesign® Exposed Grid System 24/38, insertion installation
straight edge on all sides
SK-04 24
600/600
straight edge with shiplap on all sides 1200/600 594/594
SK-05 24 1194/594
625/625
shiplap on all sides with bevelled edge, 1250/625
SK-06 5 mm bevel 24
Note:
Heradesign plus products are available with SK-04 edge design.
15 mm thick products are only standardly available in the sizes 600/600 or 625/625 mm.
– The panel dimensions are smaller than the grid dimensions.
– The SK-04 edge design, thicknesses of 25 and 35 mm, is undercut on the back.
– Different EI 30 or F 30 constructions are possible and have been tested.
– Take into consideration the minimum hanging heights (see Heradesign Installation Guide).
Extensive, detailed information on system structures, certificates and assembly can be found at www.heradesign.com and in the Heradesign Installation Guide.
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Constructions and structures
Panel dimensions
Grid dimensions
Abbreviation
Recommended
Design
section width
superfine A2
superfine
fine A2
macro
micro
plano
fine
25 15 25 35 15 25 35 25 35 25 25 25 mm L/W mm L/W mm
System edges: Heradesign® Concealed Grid System 35/38, slide-in installation
Note:
Edge designs for concealed grid mounting.
Spacers must be used for cross bracing of the system – max. distance 1200 mm.
– Panel dimensions are only available for grid dimensions 600.
– The VK-09 edge design is available in the thicknesses of 25 and 35 mm.
– Special formats only on request – max. length 1800 mm.
– The VK-10 and VK-10/5 edge designs are only available in the thickness of 35 mm.
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Constructions and structures
Note:
Concealed mounting with Heradesign holding profiles is also an alternative for ceiling applications.
Main and edge profiles are available in the lengths 3000 and 1500 mm.
– Mounting on wood laths or as a high-grade grid mounting system with concealed sections
possible (see page 39).
– Panel dimensions only available in the sizes 1200/600 and 600/600 mm.
– The SY-02 edge design is available in the thicknesses of 25 and 35 mm.
– Not suitable for indoor swimming pools.
– Take note of the installation instructions!
Panel dimensions
Grid dimensions
Abbreviation
Recommended
Design
section width
superfine A2
superfine
fine A2
macro
micro
plano
fine
25 15 25 35 15 25 35 25 35 25 25 25 mm L/W mm L/W mm
System edges: special installation (special sections)
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System edges
System edges
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System edges
Heradesign superfine A2 7)
Heradesign plano 7) 9)
Heradesign superfine
Heradesign macro 7)
2)
Heradesign micro
Panel dimensions
Abbreviation
Grid dimensions
Recommended
Heradesign fine
section width 8)
Design
Comments
Description of the panel
fine A2 7)
25 15 25 35 15 25 35 25 35 25 25 25 mm L/W mm L/W mm
AK-02 straight edge with shiplap on all sides, 600/600 625/625 600/600 625/625
5 mm joint width 60 3)
/5 1200/600 1250/625 1200/600 1250/625
AK-02 straight edge with shiplap on all sides, 600/600 625/625 600/600 625/625
10 mm joint width 60 3)
/ 10 1200/600 1250/625 1200/600 1250/625
AK-02 straight edge with shiplap on all sides, 600/600 625/625 600/600 625/625
20 mm joint width 60 3)
/ 20 1200/600 1250/625 1200/600 1250/625
shiplap on all sides with bevelled edge, 600/600 625/625 600/600 625/625
AK-03 5 mm bevel, 20 mm joint width 60 3)
1200/600 1250/625 1200/600 1250/625
straight edge with shiplap on all sides 2) 600/600 625/625 594/594 619/619
SK-05 24 4) 1200/600 1250/625 1194/594 1244/619
shiplap on all sides with bevelled edge, 2) 600/600 625/625 594/594 619/619
SK-06 5 mm bevel 24 4) 1200/600 1250/625 1194/594 1244/619
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General processing information
* This warranty declaration is not valid for France, Canada and the USA.
SOMAA. likes planning with Heradesign products, because they can be used in a variety
of innovative ways. “Our craftsmen like working with Heradesign products, because the
natural and archaic. Our building owners appreciate Heradesign,
material is
because the product is ecological and economic at the same time.”
Further references and interesting projects can also be found in the Heradesign Lookbook.
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General processing information
Heradesign acoustic panels are delivered to the building site carefully with an organic bonding agent additive are used for colouring Heradesign
packed and quality tested. However, further important factors for ob- acoustic panels in a natural tone, pastel colours or solid colours. For
taining a high quality ceiling or ceiling design are exact processing and applications with constant rel. humidity between 80% and 90% the paint
suitable work conditions. This is because only careful work and high prod- should be used with a BFA additive.
uct quality standards ensure an excellent result. For sheltered outdoor applications the type with exterior paint must
be used.
Material and humidity
Due to the organic component of wood, in the Heradesign panels, slight Storage and installation conditions
deviations in the size cannot be ruled out. Particularly if there is strongly The installation of Heradesign acoustic panels is part of dry work and
fluctuating humidity, dimensional changes can occur due to the shrinkage interior decorating and may only be carried out under controlled humid-
and swelling behaviours of the panels. ity and temperature conditions. All dust-causing construction meas-
ures must be completed before starting the installation. It must no
Production tolerances: longer be possible for moisture or rain water to penetrate. Furthermore,
– For nominal dimensions (length/width/thickness): ± 1 mm before starting with the installation work, a closed building envelope has
– For lengths over 1250 mm: length ± 2 mm; width/thickness ± 1 mm to be ensured and all screed work and internal plastering must have
been completed at least 14 days prior to the beginning of installation.
Final shrinkage in a standard climate of 23°C and 50% rel. humidity: Only install panels in rooms where the following conditions are insured:
– Change of length: max. ± 1‰
– Change of width: max. ± 3‰ – For heated or air-conditioned rooms: maximum relative humidity 75%,
temperature at least +7°C.
Colour and structure – For unheated rooms: maximum relative humidity 85%, temperature
Due to the organic nature of the raw materials magnesite and wood, dif- at least +5°C.
ferences in the colour and structure may occur. The installation direction – Conditioning or acclimatisation: The panels need to be stored without
(preferred fibre direction), marked by an arrow on the back of the panel, the packaging for at least three days in the room where they are to be
must be observed for square panels. installed, under the same conditions as when the room will be in use
Compared to standard products, A2 products have a more inhomoge- (incl. heating and climate situation).
neous density of the fibre structure on the surface.
Acoustic panels with the fibre structures macro, superfine, fine, fine A2 The maximum installation moisture of the Heradesign acoustic panels
and superfine A2 can also be coloured multiple times without losing their must not exceed 15% by weight.
outstanding sound absorption properties.
Application limits
Colour quality Heradesign acoustic panels are suitable for applications up to constant
Interior emulsion paint is used for colouring Heradesign acoustic pan- relative humidity of 90%.
els in standard white, while silicate paints based on potassium silicate
Extensive, detailed information and sketches can be found on our website www.heradesign.com and in the
Heradesign Installation Guide. Helpful installation videos can also be found on our website and on YouTube.
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