The Soffi-Steel System from Grice Engineering Inc., Janesville, Wis., is now listed by the Underwriters Laboratories Inc., Camas, Wash., as a decorative cover system for sprinkler piping. This is in addition to the 10-year limited warranty provided with every purchase and the Factory Mutual Approval rating it already holds. The Soffi-Steel System is an adaptive, interior soffit that effectively conceals exposed fire sprinkler, hydronic and plumbing piping, along with HVAC and wiring.
Soffi-Steel System UL listed (June 2009)
This Month’s Features
Forecasting the Future of Color
While megatrends in coatings and paints do not change overnight, their subtle evolutions reveal where innovation is headed.
Adhesive Innovation
No longer substitutes for sealants or screws, advanced PSA tapes have emerged as high-performance bonding systems that enhance structural integrity and design flexibility.
Key Design Factors When Employing IMPs
Facing profile choices for IMPs include flat, minor ribs, v-grooves, deeper ribs, and striated profiles.
Sealants for Metal Building Systems
Sealants may seem minor, but they are crucial for metal buildings, ensuring moisture protection and thermal integrity for lasting performance.
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