Aruba Max

Aruba Max is a robust variation of Zentia’s popular Aruba suspended ceiling tile, designed for interiors that need higher technical performance. With an increased tile thickness, Aruba Max provides enhanced acoustical performance, making it an ideal suspended ceiling for classrooms.

Aruba Max is a robust variation of Zentia’s popular Aruba suspended ceiling tile, designed for interiors that need higher technical performance. With an increased tile thickness, Aruba Max provides enhanced acoustical performance, making it an ideal suspended ceiling for classrooms.

Aruba Max has a finely sanded surface for a smooth and attractive finish. With reinforced edges for greater durability, it’s easy to handle and install on site. It’s a good option for interiors that require frequent access to the ceiling soffit.

Aruba Max can be ordered from all of Zentia’s distributors across the UK. Click here to find your nearest distribution centre.

  • Acoustic design: Aruba Max supports acoustic design standards for schools outlined in BB93 and TGD 021-5. Design ceilings for schools with confidence and check acoustic performance using Zentia’s online acoustic calculator.
  • Reliable and stable: Aruba Max is compatible with Zentia suspended ceiling grids, combining with the different edge details for a variety of ceiling finishes and visual effects. It comes with a lifetime product warranty, whether purchased alone or alongside a Zentia ceiling grid.
  • Made in the UK: Aruba Max suspended ceiling tiles are manufactured in the UK and are always available. Shipped directly to distributors from Zentia’s factory in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, for shorter lead times and efficient delivery.
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Zentia Ceiling Tile Aruba Max Classroom Scene
Board
Aruba Max board edge ceiling tiles have sleek, square edges, ensuring effortless installation when paired with Zentia's ceiling grid systems. Aruba Max ceiling tiles seamlessly deliver a smooth and level surface, exposing the metal grid. This suspended ceiling design presents a symmetrical pattern throughout the space, providing an understated aesthetic.

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Zentia Aruba Max Board edge
Zentia Aruba Max Board 18mm angle

Aruba Max Suspended Ceiling Tiles

Technical Performance

Sound

Previously known as Dune eVo Max, Aruba Max suspended ceiling tiles blend Class C sound absorption with a sound attenuation level of 35dB. This powerful combination of acoustic capabilities ensures that Aruba Max effectively reduces background noise. Aruba Max is the perfect choice for a diverse range of interior environments, especially where sound has to travel to increase the efficiency and comfort of the room, for example in classrooms.

Sustainability

Aruba Max ceiling tiles contain up to 46% recycled content and are made of recycled newspapers, starch, and calcite. These tiles can be recycled through Zentia’s off-cut recycling scheme for Pinnacle Approved Partners, further minimizing their environmental impact.

Additionally, Aruba Max ceiling tiles are rated E1 for formaldehyde emissions and achieve Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort certification for low VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions.

Fire safety and other technical performance details

Aruba Max ceiling tiles have been classified to the EN 13501-1 standard, achieving an A2-s1,d0 rating. This means that under conditions of a fully developed fire, Aruba ceiling tiles will not significantly contribute to the fire load and fire growth.

These ceiling tiles are highly durable and scratch-resistant, allowing for easy cleaning with a damp sponge, soft cloth, or dry brush. They boast an exceptional 95% rating for relative humidity resistance.

Tegular24
Specify Aruba Max suspended ceiling tiles with the Tegular24 edge detail. Cut at a 105 degree open angle, this edge type creates a subtle drop of the ceiling tile below the ceiling grid. This elegant semi-bevelled edge introduces a touch of visual sophistication to your ceiling design.

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Zentia Aruba Max Tegular24 edge
Zentia Aruba Max Tegular24 18mm angle

Aruba Max Suspended Ceiling Tiles

Technical Performance

Sound

Aruba Max suspended ceiling tiles blend Class C sound absorption with a sound attenuation level of 35dB. This powerful combination of acoustic capabilities ensures that Aruba Max effectively reduces background noise. Aruba Max is the perfect choice for a diverse range of interior environments, especially where sound has to travel to increase the efficiency and comfort of the room, for example in classrooms.

Sustainability

Aruba Max ceiling tiles contain up to 46% recycled content and are made of recycled newspapers, starch, and calcite. These tiles can be recycled through Zentia’s off-cut recycling scheme for Pinnacle Approved Partners, further minimizing their environmental impact.

Additionally, Aruba Max ceiling tiles are rated E1 for formaldehyde emissions and achieve Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort certification for low VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions.

Fire safety and other technical performance details

Aruba Max ceiling tiles have been classified to the EN 13501-1 standard, achieving an A2-s1,d0 rating. This means that under conditions of a fully developed fire, Aruba ceiling tiles will not significantly contribute to the fire load and fire growth.

Additionally, these ceiling tiles are highly durable and scratch-resistant, allowing for easy cleaning with a damp sponge. They boast an exceptional 95% rating for relative humidity resistance.

Tegular15
Cut with precise 90 degree angles, Tegular15 edges position the Aruba Max ceiling tile just below a 15mm ceiling grid. This strategic placement partially conceals the metal grid when viewed from ground level, producing an intriguing shadow effect. Embrace the interplay of light and shade by incorporating colour.

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Zentia Aruba Max Tegular15 edge
Zentia Aruba Max Tegular15 18mm angle

Aruba Max Suspended Ceiling Tiles

Technical Performance

Sound

Aruba Max suspended ceiling tiles blend Class C sound absorption with a sound attenuation level of 35dB. This powerful combination of acoustic capabilities ensures that Aruba Max effectively reduces background noise. Aruba Max is the perfect choice for a diverse range of interior environments, especially where sound has to travel to increase the efficiency and comfort of the room, for example in classrooms.

Sustainability

Aruba Max ceiling tiles contain up to 46% recycled content and are made of recycled newspapers, starch, and calcite. These tiles can be recycled through Zentia’s off-cut recycling scheme for Pinnacle Approved Partners, further minimizing their environmental impact.

Additionally, Aruba Max ceiling tiles are rated E1 for formaldehyde emissions and achieve Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort certification for low VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions.

Fire safety and other technical performance details

Aruba Max ceiling tiles have been classified to the EN 13501-1 standard, achieving an A2-s1,d0 rating. This means that under conditions of a fully developed fire, Aruba ceiling tiles will not significantly contribute to the fire load and fire growth.

Additionally, these ceiling tiles are highly durable and scratch-resistant, allowing for easy cleaning with a damp sponge. They boast an exceptional 95% rating for relative humidity resistance.

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Frequently asked questions

Zentia is simplifying and streamlining its product portfolio as part of our evolution from Armstrong to Zentia. You can find out more information here.

 

Contrary to popular belief, a Class A ceiling tile is not a better ceiling tile. Sound absorption classes A-E are a classification system, not a quality rating system. Installing a Class A ceiling tile in a classroom does not mean that the classroom has a better or the most appropriate acoustic solution.

In fact, it may have a negative impact on students and teachers. A teacher has to work harder to project their voice across the classroom, while students may find the atmosphere oppressive.

A Class C tile can be a much better fit, striking a good balance between teacher and student requirements. Think about the different use requirements of a classroom. It has to foster concentration, allow teaching voices to carry, and promote pupil wellbeing.

In many ways, these are conflicting requirements. A Class A ceiling tile may help students to concentrate but make it harder for teachers to project their voices. A quiet classroom can improve study but reduce social interaction.

A Class C ceiling tile like Aruba Max strikes a good balance between all of these conflicting needs. It absorbs enough sound to support student learning, while still allowing teachers to communicate effectively. A Class A tile would be better specified in a library than a classroom.

Remember, sound absorption classes A-E are a classification system, not a rating system. They do not indicate the quality of the ceiling tile, only the strength of its sound absorption properties.

Aruba is a fantastic ceiling tile for a wide range of environments. Aruba Max is more suitable for environments that need enhanced technical performance. For instance, when working on a school project, you might specify Aruba Max in classrooms and Aruba in corridors. Speak to our architectural and design consultants for help or, if you need to order Aruba Max (or Aruba) now, please click here to find your nearest Zentia distributor.

Zentia offers an off-cut recycling service to our Pinnacle Approved Partners.

Aruba Max is available in 35 different colours and can be specified in any combination. Imagination is your only limit.

Aruba Max can be ordered in white and black, as well as neutral shades of grey and brown. It's also available in exciting tints of blue, green, yellow, orange, red and purple.

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