Healthcare

There is increased understanding and evidence that hospital design impacts significantly on patient recovery, as well as staff wellbeing and retention. Good light, air quality and acoustic environment are key internal elements and the type of ceiling installed can have a significant impact.

High levels of noise negatively affects patient wellbeing and reduces staff productivity levels. Consequently, HTM (Health and Technical Memorandum) 2045 sets out acoustic performance criteria for sound insulation and absorption within hospitals. As acoustic performance specialists, SAS are well placed to support designers of healthcare from the earliest stages to meet regulations and exceed performance targets.

Hospitals require seven times more mechanical and electrical services than office buildings. Metal ceiling systems allow services to be housed in the ceiling void; offering a range of different access options ceiling tiles can be easily and frequently removed without damage.

Anti-bacterial coatings (SAS AB), applied during manufacture effectively prevents the growth of micro-organisms and control potential risk when used in conjunction with routine cleaning procedures. Ease of cleaning is an important factor in the control of infection.