Kirei Announces Partnership with Wall Panel Systems, Inc.
Innovative Mounting Hardware Removes the Guesswork When Installing Kirei’s EchoPanel Collection
Kirei, a provider of innovative acoustic solutions and natural surfaces, is pleased to announce its collaboration with Wall Panel Systems, Inc. (WPS), a leading manufacturer of wall and ceiling applications, to launch a groundbreaking series of systems that enable uniform mounting of acoustic panels with a variety of reveals between panels. Available now, the new kit allows for easy and attractive installation of Kirei’s celebrated EchoPanel product line, which is made by Woven Image and distributed exclusively in North America by Kirei.
EchoPanel is a decorative, acoustically absorbent panel with a felt-like finish, made from 100% PET plastic containing up to 60% post-consumer content. The product’s range of options in terms of thickness, color, pattern, and form allow for a high level of customization, yielding specialized applications that cater to projects’ unique acoustic requirements. Previously, the process of installing these tailor-made solutions in a clean fashion could be challenging and time-consuming, especially for large-scale projects such as airports, auditoriums, offices, and classrooms.
“Acoustics are an integral part of any environment, whether it be commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, education or residential,” said John Stein, owner and president of Kirei. “When we launched EchoPanel, the product was progressive in its acoustic quality, sustainable composition, and compliance with numerous architectural standards. Our partnership with WPS takes this a step further, adding clean, easy installation to the product’s appeal.”
Designed with modernity top of mind, the WPS hardware keeps all panels on the same plane without shimming; each style is outfitted with interlocking clips and extrusions, guiding the panels into position. This progressive new line of hardware removes the guesswork out of installing EchoPanel, leveraging the existing Shadowline, Universal Architectural, Open Reveal, and Recessed Reveal systems from WPS. The trim finish options available include Clear Satin Anodized, Bronze Anodized, Black Anodized, and Powder Coated.
This partnership enables a wide variety of designs from simple squares to geometric shapes, limited only by a design concept or panel size. The maximum individual panel size for a WPS + EchoPanel system is 47.64” x 94.44” x .47” (1200mm x 2400mm x 12mm). Panels may be arranged to cover nearly any size wall or ceiling surface. Please view WPS + EchoPanel design ideas for walls and ceilings at www.wpsusa.com.
About Kirei
Since 2003, Kirei has provided innovative design materials that are visually interesting, functional, and environmentally friendly. Their latest design element, EchoPanel is a series of decorative and functional designer acoustic products made by Woven Image and distributed exclusively in North America by Kirei. The visually-dynamic and versatile EchoPanel collection of panels, systems, tiles, and partitions are available in standard or custom options to address various acoustic needs in commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and education environments. EchoPanel is responsibly sourced and made from recycled materials to qualify for LEED credits and other green building or sustainability certifications. To date, over 80 million plastic bottles have been saved from the landfills and turned into EchoPanel products.
About WPS
WPS provides easy-to-install, economic, beautiful and durable wall panel solutions for industrial, institutional and commercial interiors and exteriors where continuous wall surface coverage is required. No matter the size or scope, WPS works with architects, designers and clients on their shared vision to make each project a success. WPS has partnered with some of the best panel manufacturers to offer an abundant selection of wall panel materials and systems with superior function. Choose from over fifteen different wall and ceiling application systems that are designed to be interchangeable and installer-friendly. Whether utilized for new construction or modernization, WPS wall panel systems transform any industrial, commercial or institutional interior and exterior into an attractive architectural detail. We take pride in providing premium products, better selection and exceptional service. Our sales support team is trained and knowledgeable in all technical aspects of the industry so that your rapport with WPS adds value to your business.
