October 2025 Product Focus: Ceilings
We explore the materials, trends, and innovations that are elevating ceilings

Linear Metal Ceiling Beam Baffles
Rockfon
The Sequence Linear Metal Beam Baffles are the first metal ceiling baffles with the potential to incorporate stone wool infill. These metal baffles are the first in the market to come with the option of a stone wool infill. One of the hallmarks of Rockfon metal ceiling systems is the efficiency and simplicity of installation. Contractors can easily align adjacent multiple baffles with Sequence splices by referring to Rockfon volcano to center. There are also three options for meeting acoustic performance goals. The baffles are now available for architects, designers, and contractors across North America to specify in a number of commercial applications, including office spaces, transportation, hospitality, healthcare, schools, retail, airports, sports arenas, and more. For more information, visit rockfon.com.
Torsion Spring Ceiling System
Armstrong World Industries
The company’s MetalWorks Torsion Spring for Behavioral Health ceiling system was designed to meet the safety and wellness standards of behavioral and mental health facilities, which makes it appropriate for use in areas with potential security concerns. This product is recommended by the New York State Office of Mental Health in the recent edition of Patient Safety Standards, Materials and Systems Guidelines. Panel attributes include:
- Perforated and unperforated options Locking clip that prevents unintended panel removal Interior panels featuring accessibility for simple plenum access
- As part of the Sustain portfolio, product meets the most stringent industry sustainability compliance standards today
- FASTPeel panels featuring a faster and easier-to-remove protective film
Standard panels are 30 inch by 30 inch and designed with patient safety as the top priority. For more information or to view installation video, visit armstrongceilings.com/behavioralhealth.
Expanded Metal Ceiling Panels
Wallner Expac
The company manufactures high-quality expanded metals for ceiling panels and a wide range of architectural applications. Available in aluminum, steel, or other metal, they are manufactured to your specifications in our U.S.-based plants. Functional and attractive, they integrate into standard suspended grid systems or can be tailor-made for custom assemblies for a modern look. The company offers a variety of patterns- including traditional diamond and decorative options like Apollo and Provincial shown below- with opening sizes from 1/2 to 4 inch. Its single-piece construction offers a high strength-to-weight ratio, and our expanded metals can be finished with paint or powder coating to match your product line or design requirements. For more information and additional patterns, visit expac.com.
Verse Ceiling Baffles
G&S Acoustics
The company has a wide selection of noise-isolating and sound absorption products, including aCapella VERSE Baffles. Made of high-quality, recycled polyester board, the baffles provide versatile, effective acoustical solutions in open ceiling environments. The company offers the options to:
- Add color with 16 bold and bright options.
- Add style with Range, Wave or Flat designs.
- Totally customize in custom sizes and shapes, as well as custom printing.
The line meets sustainability requirements to use the Declare Label, as well as meets Indoor Advantage Gold and Health Product Declaration. For more information, visit gsacoustics.com/systems.
Acoustical Suspension System
CertainTeed Architectural
Thanks to direct input from ceiling installers in the field, the EZ Stab family of acoustical suspension systems delivers faster, easier installation. Learn how the Latitude Holes—hanger wire holes positioned higher in the bulb of each tee and spaced more frequently—and other time-saving innovations give installers more versatility to install stronger grids in less time. For more information, visit certainteed.com.
Stamped Thermoformed Vinyl Tiles
Ceilume
The company offers bright copper ceiling that resemble early 20th-century stamped metal. The ceiling tiles are actually 3-D, thermoformed vinyl tiles with a metallic finish that can be dropped into a standard suspended ceiling grid. The styles incorporate traditional ornamentation that would have been popular in the 1800s. The metallic finish on the ceiling tiles will not corrode or patina like metal tiles, but will retain its bright, shiny appearance. For more information, visit ceilume.com.
Cloud-and-Grid in One
Carnegie Acoustic Solutions
A cloud and a grid in one, the Plaza Cloud reinvents ceiling design through modularity and acoustic performance. Measuring 36 inch by 36 inch, each square unit can stand alone or be combined with others. The cloud’s innovative construction and beveled edges enhance both aesthetic appeal and acoustic performance, making it a design-driven powerhouse with an array-NRC of 1.05. Plaza Cloud can be hung from various ceiling types using cable suspension—use Kirei Plaza as a solo product to set the stage for a conference table, or link units together to create striking ceilings of any scale. For more information, visit carnegiefabrics.com/carnegie-acoustic-solutions.
Acoustic Gypsum Panel
Panel Rey
The company’s Sound Rey-Acustic Panel gypsum board features white finish and square perforations. It meets the most stringent standards on “acousting” conditioning and interior design, making it the best choice for all types of projects. The company continues its firm mission to provide the best solution and innovative products with Sound Rey acoustic panel towards:
- Reducing the reverberation of a room.
- Improving the intelligibility of a speaker or the clarity of the sound of an instrument.
- Limiting sound amplification.
For more information, visit panelrey.com.
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