Armstrong® Ceiling & Wall Systems has partnered with XAL Lighting to introduce a new, proprietary integrated ceiling and lighting installation system that offers higher ceiling heights, zero plenum interference, and on-center continuous or non-continuous linear lighting layouts.

Designed to make the creation and installation of symmetrical ceiling layouts easier, the new system includes factory-finished Armstrong beveled tegular ceiling panels, 9/16" suspension systems, a new Armstrong Lighting Connector Bracket, and the new four-inch-wide XAL LENO Zero Plenum LED luminaire. 

Imparts Clean, Modern Visual

The sleek, new ultra-thin LENO fixture imparts a clean, modern visual to a space and features high output, energy efficient LED lighting along with seamless integration with Armstrong ceiling systems. Utilizing the latest LED technology, the new LENO luminaire features the best lumens per watt of any four-inch-wide linear LED fixture and an industry best of up to 90% lumens at 100,000+ hours.

The new Armstrong Connector Bracket is a low profile yoke specifically designed for use with Armstrong suspension systems for the installation of the LENO fixture.

Light Fixture Installs from Below

The new system offers fast, easy installation with zero plenum interference because the light fixture installs from below. This eliminates construction coordination concerns because acoustical contractors do not have to wait until lights are installed before finishing the ceiling installation. Punch lists are also reduced because lighting contractors do not have to install the fixture from above, minimizing damage to grid and panels.

In addition, the integrated ceiling/lighting system is seismically tested and provides Category D, E, F performance without any independent support of the light fixture.

For additional information on the new ceiling/lighting installation system, visit armstrong.com/XALLighting.

New TechZone™ Lighting Partner

Armstrong has also announced that it is partnering with XAL Lighting to produce lighting fixtures that are pre-qualified for fit and finish in the Armstrong TechZone Ceiling System.

The TechZone system is the industry’s first acoustical ceiling system that organizes lighting fixtures, air diffusers, sprinkler heads, and chilled beams in narrow technical “zones” to create a cleaner, more monolithic ceiling visual.

Armstrong World Industries is a global leader in the design and manufacture of ceilings and floors. In 2014, Armstrong consolidated net sales from continuing operations totaled approximately $2.5 billion. Based in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong operates 31 plants in eight countries and has approximately 7,400 employees worldwide.