Airtight system | Particle purity | DEFENCE H+ Antimicrobial treatment
Chemical resistance | Anti-seismic safety | Integration with lighting bodies and accessories
Certified systems for healthier environments.
The air wholesomeness represents a key factor in reducing the risk of contamination, a need that today is crucial in all outdoor and indoor contexts.
“Studies have shown that indoor environments often have a concentration of pollutants higher than the outdoor ones, favoring the risk of contamination among people.”
Atena H+ products is a complete range of systems properly conceived for hospitals, chemical, pharmaceutical and microelectronics industries where an high degree of healthiness, safety and environmental comfort is required. A full line of certified high performance ceilings, to achieve the best technical efficiency in all areas of application, from controlled atmosphere environments such as clean rooms and operating theaters, to commonly used spaces, now considered at risk of contamination, such as clinics, schools, kindergartens, nursing homes, hotels, restaurants, offices, shops, spas and sports centers.
The air wholesomeness represents a key factor in reducing the risk of contamination, a need that today is crucial in all outdoor and indoor contexts.
“Studies have shown that indoor environments often have a concentration of pollutants higher than the outdoor ones, favoring the risk of contamination among people.”
Atena H+ products is a complete range of systems properly conceived for hospitals, chemical, pharmaceutical and microelectronics industries where an high degree of healthiness, safety and environmental comfort is required. A full line of certified high performance ceilings, to achieve the best technical efficiency in all areas of application, from controlled atmosphere environments such as clean rooms and operating theaters, to commonly used spaces, now considered at risk of contamination, such as clinics, schools, kindergartens, nursing homes, hotels, restaurants, offices, shops, spas and sports centers.
24 SYNCRO EVO | Clean Room
Used for the microelectronics industry, where even dust particles can compromise the product quality, clean rooms are based on laminar forced convection flow of filtered air in a sealed room. “Clean Rooms” are controlled atmosphere environments in terms of pressure, humidity and particulate pollution, classified on the basis of 0.5μm microparticles count in a defined volume of air. Smaller is the particles quantity detected, cleaner is the room and lower is the class (ISO-5 ISO-6 etc.).
In these rooms the air cleanliness, is absolutely superior than in an operating theater.
The UNI 11425: 2011 standard defines that the “operating theater At-Rest conditions (no surgical activity), must be at least in ISO 5 class for complex surgical interventions (…), ISO 7 for low invasiveness surgical interventions (…), ISO 8 for short-term surgery”.
In these rooms the air cleanliness, is absolutely superior than in an operating theater.
The UNI 11425: 2011 standard defines that the “operating theater At-Rest conditions (no surgical activity), must be at least in ISO 5 class for complex surgical interventions (…), ISO 7 for low invasiveness surgical interventions (…), ISO 8 for short-term surgery”.
Concentration limits per m3 of particles, source: ISO 14644-1.
In a ISO 2 class chamber, in a m3 of air at most 100 particles with a diameter greater than 0.1 micron, 24 with a diameter greater than 0.2 micron, 10 with a diameter greater than 0.3 micron, 4 with a diameter greater than 0.5 microns must be contained. From 3rd to 9th class the parameters set increase by 10 times.
24 SYNCRO EVO systems made up of metal panels hook on concealed T-grid structure EASY T24 | EASY ANTISISMICA T24 are extraordinary high performance ceilings; tested by Fraunhofer Institute IPA of Stuttgart according UNI EN ISO 14644-1, 24 Syncro Evo achieved the ISO2 Class, where 1 is the “cleanest” level from 9 to 1 range.
MATROX A TENUTA | Airtight ceilings
The metal ceilings air-tight performance is an important factor to prevent the exchange of gaseous agents between the plenum and the environment, in order to ensure the contamination control and the maintenance of the thermo-hygrometric conditions required. All airtight systems of Atena H+ range, 24 | 35 Syncro Evo, Matrox a Tenuta, Enigma Syncro XL a Tenuta are conceived for air tightness. Among these the MATROX A TENUTA ceiling was tested by the t2i Laboratory – trasferimento tecnologico e innovazione s.c.ar.l. according to ASME MCF-14M | UNI EN ISO 5167-1 using a computerized semiautomatic control and a measurement system which determine both the air flow rate using differential pressure devices and the pressure level inside the test chamber. As a technical standard for the air-tight measurement has not been defined, the t2i Laboratory – trasferimento tecnologico e innovazione s.c. a r.l. has adopted the procedures set in ASME MFC-14M – fluid flow measurement using small diameter precision orifice meters and UNI EN ISO 5167-1 – flow rate measurement using differential pressure devices inserted in ducts with a full circular section.
The metal ceilings air-tight performance is an important factor to prevent the exchange of gaseous agents between the plenum and the environment, in order to ensure the contamination control and the maintenance of the thermo-hygrometric conditions required. All airtight systems of Atena H+ range, 24 | 35 Syncro Evo, Matrox a Tenuta, Enigma Syncro XL a Tenuta are conceived for air tightness.
Among these the MATROX A TENUTA ceiling was tested by the t2i Laboratory – trasferimento tecnologico e innovazione s.c.ar.l. according to ASME MCF-14M | UNI EN ISO 5167-1 using a computerized semiautomatic control and a measurement system which determines both the air flow rate using differential pressure devices and the pressure level inside the test chamber.
In +200 Pa positive pressure condition test showed 11,19 of losses on total surface, and 10,36 in +200 Pa negative pressure condition.
DEFENCE H+ | Antimicrobial treatment | Chemical resistance
In addition to those aspects strictly related to air tightness, equal attention must be paid to the choice of ceilings’ materials. In this field to achieve a total quality, for the production of health care systems, Atena uses DEFENSE H+, a complete series of steel and aluminum materials with specific antimicrobial properties that prevent the proliferation of pathogens. Tested for different spectra of agents according to ISO 22196 | JIS Z 2801-2010 from independent laboratories, DEFENSE H+, materials have shown a reduction in microbial activity > 99% after 24 hours of exposure. (Information on the specifically tested bacterial spectrum is available upon request.).
In addition to those aspects strictly related to air tightness, equal attention must be paid to the choice of ceilings’ materials. In this field to achieve a total quality, for the production of health care systems, Atena uses DEFENSE H+, a complete series of steel and aluminum materials with specific antimicrobial properties that prevent the proliferation of pathogens. Tested for different spectra of agents according to ISO 22196 | JIS Z 2801-2010 from independent laboratories, DEFENSE H+, materials have shown a reduction in microbial activity > 99% after 24 hours of exposure. (Information on the specifically tested bacterial spectrum is available upon request.).
Chemical resistance means suitability for disinfection
The DEFENSE H4+ range of antimicrobial post-painted galvanized steel materials have been tested by the Fraunhofer Institute IPA in Stuttgart according to VDI 2083 PART 17 standards; ISO 4628-1; ISO2812-1. The results shown excellent properties of resistance to chemical corrosion, therefore are suitable for disinfection. Tests, in fact, were conducted with concentration levels of the reagents and exposure times (1/3/6/24 hours) higher than the normal cleaning processes with diluted disinfectants.
Chemical resistance means suitability for disinfection
The DEFENSE H4+ range of antimicrobial post-painted galvanized steel materials have been tested by the Fraunhofer Institute IPA in Stuttgart according to VDI 2083 PART 17 standards; ISO 4628-1; ISO2812-1. The results shown excellent properties of resistance to chemical corrosion, therefore are suitable for disinfection. Tests, in fact, were conducted with concentration levels of the reagents and exposure times (1/3/6/24 hours) higher than the normal cleaning processes with diluted disinfectants.
SEISMIC SAFETY
According to NTC 2018 standards, in all buildings with public and strategic functions, ceilings must be conceived to withstand the action of the earthquake in order to guarantee the limit state of life safeguarding, they are therefore subjected to the safety checks of civil constructions and require precise calculations in relation to the building features and the geographic coordinates of the site, which are unique for each project.
In this field Atena is present for over twenty years with patented technical solutions for the ceiling seismic engineering.
Today all false ceilings can be reinforced against the seismic force, thorough the application of Atena Antiseismic Kit, properly conceived to dissipate the seismic energy preventing the system fall.
In this field Atena offers a specialized technical consulting and releases a specific antiseismic report, where numbers and types of reinforced elements are indicated, according to the false ceiling features and the seismic area of the site.
The report complies with the technical standards, for test and anti-seismic certification of the building.
To release the antiseismic report for the installation of an antiseismic suspended ceiling Atena S.p.A. requires the following information:
> Location and intended use of building;
> Type of construction of the building and floors (masonry, ca …) where false ceilings will be installed;
> Updated plans and sections 1:100 (paper or CAD) of the areas;
> Geological report, if available;
> Special recommendations if required.
Today all false ceilings can be reinforced against the seismic force, thorough the application of Atena Antiseismic Kit, properly conceived to dissipate the seismic energy preventing the system fall. In this field Atena offers a specialized technical consulting and releases a specific antiseismic report, where numbers and types of reinforced elements are indicated, according to the false ceiling features and the seismic area of the site. The report complies with the technical standards, for test and anti-seismic certification of the building.
To release the antiseismic report for the installation of an antiseismic suspended ceiling Atena S.p.A. requires the following information:
> Location and intended use of building;
> Type of construction of the building and floors (masonry, ca …) where false ceilings will be installed;
> Updated plans and sections 1:100 (paper or CAD) of the areas;
> Geological report, if available;
> Special recommendations if required.
CERTIFIED LIGHTINGS | Absolute integration
Properly conceived to meet the requirement of each specific environment, the TAURUS EVO IP 65 lighting devices for clean rooms and operating theaters are made up of ISO2 certified frames and special “DEFENCE 4H+” antibacterial materials. These medical lightings made by Atena Lux are developed to achieve a perfect technical and aesthetic integration between lighting and metal ceiling.
Programmed lighting systems able to mimic the natural light according the circadian biorhythms
All Atena Lux lighting fittings are developed according to Human Centric Lighting criteria, therefore temperature, colour and intensity are programmed to satisfy the human biological cycle system in order to improve the general comfort and the performance levels, in relation to the environment features and its uses.
Power 50 W | Efficiency 114 lm/W
Luminous flux 5700 lm | CRI ≥90
Colour temperature 4000 K (5000 K and 6500 K on request)
High transmittance and uniformity opal methacrylate diffuser
Microprismatic diffuser (UGR <19)
Protection level IP65 | Electrical safety classification Class I
Duration > 50.000 hours L80/F10 to Ta =25°C
Integrated power supply unit | Emergency lighting on request.
ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARD | EPD, Leed, C.A.M. compliance
All Atena products comply with the Ministerial Decree of 11 October 2017 regarding the requirements for the assignment of design services and works for the new construction, renovation and maintenance of public buildings. On request, Atena releases all documents required by the main contractors for public tender such as EPD, LEED and C.A.M. declarations, the recycled content is accurately calculated for each component of the ceiling system and declared according to the ISO 14021 standard. You can read more information about Environmental Sustainability of Atena products here.
EPD ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION
In order to comply with the current green and safety procurement, Atena over the years has invested in production process and product certifications, so today Atena has reached an important milestone by obtaining the Environmental Product Certification (EPD) for all the T profiles of the Atena Steel Strong range, for the metal ceiling systems of Atena Metal Modular range including 24 Syncro Evo and Matrox a Tenuta hospital models, included a wide range of Atena Metal Series staves.
Through the EPD 2020 program the environmental impacts of the Atena systems were processed according to the General Program Instructions for International EPD® System version 3.01. dated 18-09-2019 and in compliance with PCR N ° 2019: 14 V 1.1 Construction products and services EN 15804 – CPC code 4219 “From the cradle to the gate with options”. The environmental impacts of products listed in EPD are, therefore, described in the Environmental Product Declaration, a III Type declaration verified by RINA SERVICE and approved by International EPD® System.
ATENA EPD is published in Environdec the international EPD® system portal and can be directly downloaded here.
GREEN BUILDING AND LEED COMPLIANCE
Get credits for building certification according to the LEED protocol and to BREEAM and ITACA standards for cross-cutting aspects, by using Atena products.
The LEED MAPPING for Atena products was carried out by by the independent Italian studio Life Cicle Engineering according to the following protocols:
- Building design and construction (BDC)
- Building operations and maintenance (EBOM)
The summary of LEED credits applied to Atena products is listed in ATENA LEED MAPPING
EPD ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION
In order to comply with the current green and safety procurement, Atena over the years has invested in production process and product certifications, so today Atena has reached an important milestone by obtaining the Environmental Product Certification (EPD) for all the T profiles of the Atena Steel Strong range, for the metal ceiling systems of Atena Metal Modular range including 24 Syncro Evo and Matrox a Tenuta hospital models, included a wide range of Atena Metal Series staves.
Through the EPD 2020 program the environmental impacts of the Atena systems were processed according to the General Program Instructions for International EPD® System version 3.01. dated 18-09-2019 and in compliance with PCR N ° 2019: 14 V 1.1 Construction products and services EN 15804 – CPC code 4219 “From the cradle to the gate with options”. The environmental impacts of products listed in EPD are, therefore, described in the Environmental Product Declaration, a III Type declaration verified by RINA SERVICE and approved by International EPD® System.
ATENA EPD is published in Environdec the international EPD® system portal and can be directly downloaded here.
GREEN BUILDING AND LEED COMPLIANCE
Get credits for building certification according to the LEED protocol and to BREEAM and ITACA standards for cross-cutting aspects, by using Atena products.
The LEED MAPPING for Atena products was carried out by by the independent Italian studio Life Cicle Engineering according to the following protocols:
- Building design and construction (BDC)
- Building operations and maintenance (EBOM)
The summary of LEED credits applied to Atena products is listed in ATENA LEED MAPPING
DECORATIVE CEILINGS | Add value to your projects
According to modern principles of architectural psychology, decorative ceilings are increasingly in demand. Technical solutions to enhance the metal surfaces, increasing the environments appeal and their function efficacy, also through the emotions they are able to arouse.
To achieve the most appealing effects in metal surface finishing Atena uses a wide range of decorative techniques such as laser cutting, molding, artistic perforations, nanotechnological coating, sublimations and latest generation digital printing for faithful reproductions of images and natural materials such as wood, marble, Corten and aged metals. All processes are carried out in the Italian plant, from lay-out study to project execution: a specific department focused on artistic applications, which uses inks and substances free of volatile organic compounds, works with high resolution images and precise control metrics for perfect result.
DECORATIVE CEILINGS | Add value to your projects
According to modern principles of architectural psychology, decorative ceilings are increasingly in demand. Technical solutions to enhance the metal surfaces, increasing the environments appeal and their function efficacy, also through the emotions they are able to arouse.
To achieve the most appealing effects in metal surface finishing Atena uses a wide range of decorative techniques such as laser cutting, molding, artistic perforations, nanotechnological coating, sublimations and latest generation digital printing for faithful reproductions of images and natural materials such as wood, marble, Corten and aged metals. All processes are carried out in the Italian plant, from lay-out study to project execution: a specific department focused on artistic applications, which uses inks and substances free of volatile organic compounds, works with high resolution images and precise control metrics for perfect result.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT SYSTEM | Always by your side
Choosing a metal ceiling and being sure that it meets all customer needs, in compliance with the project requirements, may not be easy.
Atena supports designers, retailers and installers with specialized consultancy focused on technical offer. Together we can evaluate the different options and identify the proper solutions according the project standard.
The catalogue is only a part of the endless technical solutions that Atena can create.
Be inspired by the Atena moods and plan together with the Atena technical team:
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