Environmental Sustainability of Vogl Acoustical Plaster from Pyrok, Inc.
1. MasterFormat 2012
Section: Section: 09 51 00 – Acoustical Ceilings
Product: Vogl Fuge / Vogl Joint system
2. Manufacturer’s Information
Trade Name(s): Vogl Fuge / Vogl Joint system
Product: Acoustical Perforated Gypsum Board
Manufacturer: Vogl Decken Systeme
Distributor: Pyrok, Inc.
(North America) 24 Barry Drive NE, White, GA 30184
770-427-9765
www.pyrok.com
3. Product Description
Vogl is a perforated gypsum board acoustical system which is fastened to rigid framing and then field painted. Thesystem can be installed on ceilings, walls, and other interior features.
If a suspension system is required for the installation of Vogl, the sustainability of the suspension system can also be considered.
4. Sustainable Standards and Certifications
Vogl acoustical system can impact the following perquisites and credits under the USGBC’s LEED-NC 2.2 program (www.usgbc.com).
EA Prerequisite 1 – Fundamental Commissioning of the Building Energy System
Provide access doors if required for commissioning or maintaining building systems located above ceilings.
EA Credit 1 – Optimize Energy Performance
Lighting Efficiency: The light reflectivity of Vogl is 82 in accordance with ASTM E 1477 “Luminous Reflectance Factor of Acoustical Materials by Use of Integrating-Sphere Reflectometers”.
Thermal Insulation: R-value = .56 based on thermal conductivity 0.6246 BTU-in/hr-ft2-°F (0.09 W/mK) per DIN 52613 – Thermal Insulation Testings; Determination of Thermal Conductivity by the Tube Method when tested in a horizontal position.
MR Credit 2.1 – Construction Waste Management: Divert 50% from Disposal
MR Credit 2.2 – Construction Waste Management: Divert 75% from Disposal
Packaging: 50 panels (25 sq ft each) per pallet – approx 1,250 sq. ft per pallet.
Scrap: See Articles 10 and 12, below.
MR Credits 4.1 and 4.2 – Recycled Content
Vogl panels weigh approx 45 lbs or 1.7 pounds per sq. ft. and are 30-40% (by mass) recycled gypsum. The recycled gypsum is made from 100% post-industrial waste.
EQ Credit 4.2 – Low-Emitting Materials
Vogl products give off 0g/l and have in tested in accordance with procedures outlined in CPA method 24 “Volatile Organic Content (VOC) of paints and related coatings”. The VOC was calculated using the equation referenced in ASTM D3960 “Determination of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content of paints and related coatings”.
EQ Credits 8.1 and 8.2 – Daylight and Views
See comment on lighting efficiency at EA Credit 1, above.
5. Sustainable Performance Criteria
No criteria have been identified.
6. Sustainable Composition of Product
Vogl panels are made from post-industrial recycled gypsum. See MR Credits 4.1 and 4.2, above.
7. Material Extraction and Transportation
Vogl products are shipped from Europe in containers to ports on the East Coast of North America. They are then transported by truck. Alternative arrangements can be made for large shipments. The light weight of the Vogl system minimizes energy expended in transport.
Vogl products are composed of the following materials:
-natural gypsum sourced in Germany alt. Austria
-acoustical fleece sourced in Germany alt. Austria
8. Manufacturing Phase
A small quantity of water is used during panel manufacturing to cool the press. No by-products are produced in the manufacturing process. No toxic or hazardous materials are used or produced. See MSDS.
9. Construction Phase
Scrap: In typical installations, less than 10 percent of Vogl panels are lost due to cut pieces that are too small to use elsewhere. Unused board materials can be saved for use on other projects. The light weight of Vogl materials simplifies handling and reduces installation energy use.
10. Facility Operations Phase
The acoustical properties of Vogl ceilings improve the acoustic quality of a space. Studies have shown that building occupants are more satisfied and productive in optimal acoustic environments. Vogl can provide noise reduction coefficients (NRC) up to 0.85 in accordance with ASTM C423 – Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method.
11. Deconstruction / Recycling Phase
Panel scraps that are not painted may be acceptable in gypsum recycling facilities. Demolition debris may be acceptable as a fill material or roadway base material.
12. Additional Information
The Vogl system is durable and can last the life of a building with minimal maintenance. The surface can be
re-painted without loss of its sound absorbing properties.
13. Certification
The information provided herein concerning the sustainability of Vogl ceilings is true, correct, and verifiable.
Example 12/25Q
Example 12/25Q
Example 8/18R
