Do you know the functions of lead sheets?

Lead sheets can be easily bent,shaped and formed for use in many applications.Commonly used medical radiation construction projects,sheet lead can be built into walls,doors and frames to protect medical personnel from gamma rays.It can also be used to stop lead suits for radiation lead suits for radiation leakage from cut-outs and penetrations in lead-lined walls.





Sheet lead is also very effective for waterproofing,soundproofing,and isolating/dampening mechanical vibration.It is highly resistant to environmental and chemical corrosion,and so can be used in nearly any indoor or outdoor application.Lead sheeting is exceptionally versatile and easy to work with,allowing it to be bent,shaped,and cut to suit all applications,with no special tools required.


Acoustical Lead Sheet - Sheet lead is one of the basic materials for acoustic control systems.Lead is an extremely effective and efficient barrier material by itself or fastened to studs as part of a wall.Lead sheet can also be adhesively bonded to gypsum board or plywood.Acoustical Lead Sheet has been developed to help control noise in various interior environments: hospitals,schools,office buildings,industrial plants,apartment buildings and other multi-family buildings.In general,Acoustic Lead Sheet is 1/64"thick and available in many sizes up to a standard roll of 4' x 20'.It's advantages include high density,natural limpness and easy adaptability.


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