
Trace® Skew
Skew’s powder-coated aluminum torsion spring panels bring modern elegance to any design, with it’s thin, interwoven lines. Add our optional InLine lighting for a beautiful glow, our backlighting for additional brightness or our Soft Sound® backer for sound control.
Key Features
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Acoustic Performance
Trace®'s optional Soft Sound® backer material reduces the impact of noise from everyday annoyances like ringing, typing, and chatter resulting in a more pleasant and productive environment. The Soft Sound® backer works in concert with the design to help reduce and control reverberations leaving a lasting impression at scales ranging from assembly halls to conference rooms.
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Superior Flatness & Strength
Trace® panels are manufactured from aluminum that is on average 50% thicker than the competition, which in combination with our precision processes result in unrivaled flatness.
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Integrated Lighting Options
Arktura's Trace® line makes it easy to seamlessly add illumination and lighting effects to your projects, through available integrated InLine and Backlighting options.
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Easy Installation & Access
Trace® panels offer easy install, using quick torsion spring attachment across standard ceiling grid systems or simple wall attachment using our Vertika® channel system.
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Preconfigured Solutions
Trace® panels are scalable, seamlessly tileable, preconfigured solutions designed with a dynamic array of criteria and effects in mind. Choose from our growing library of patterns to uniquely impact your project.
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Continuous Pattern Aesthetic
Achieve uninterrupted patterning across your space. Trace® patterns have perforations that wrap around the edges of each panel, concealing where patterns start and end.
Panel Materials & Colors

Powder Coated Aluminum
Aluminum
Powder Coated Aluminum - Premium Metallic Finish
Aluminum
Pure + FreeForm - Premium Metallic Patinas
Aluminum
Pure + FreeForm - Premium Wood Textures
AluminumBacker Options

Soft Sound® Vivids
Acoustic PET
Soft Sound® Elementals
Acoustic PET
Soft Sound® Wood Textures
Acoustic PET
Soft Sound® Essentials
Acoustic PET
Interior Translucent Backer
1/16" PolycarbonateProduct Details
System Specs
- Panel Size (WxHxD)
- 2' x 4' x 1 1/2" Imperial | 60cm x 120cm x 3.8cm Metric
- Material
- Aluminum
- Openness in Plan
- 62%
- Fire Rating
- ASTM E84 - Class A, UNE-EN 13501-1, B-s1,d0
- Acoustics (with optional Soft Sound® backer)
- True NRC® 0.90: Ceiling - E-300 Method
- True NRC® 0.80: Wall - F - 70 Method
- Ceiling Attachment
- Torsion Grid (By Others)
- Wall Attachment
- Vertika® Wall (Refer to Vertika® Brochure)
- Accessibility
- Torsion Spring Hinge
- Trimmability
- Yes, per installation manual
- Accessories
- Acoustic Backer, Translucent Backer, Backlight, InLine Light
Downloads
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Trace® Skew – Product Brochure PDF – ImperialBrochure6.57 MBpdf
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Arktura Backlighting – DWG – Imperial3D Model204.46 KBzip
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Trace® Skew – 3D DWG – Imperial3D Model676.83 KBzip
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Torsion Panel Trim Details – 2D DWG – Imperial3D Model457.24 KBzip
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Trace® Skew – 3D RFA – Imperial3D Model18.47 MBzip
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Torsion Spring Adapter Clip – Accessory Kit – Product Brochure – PDFBrochure3.07 MBpdf
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Trace® Skew – 3D SKP – Imperial3D Model749.45 KBzip
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Vertika® – 3D DWG – Imperial3D Model1.27 MBzip
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Powder Coat Color BrochureBrochure70.53 KBpdf
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Vertika® – 3D SKP – Imperial3D Model1.91 MBzip
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Soft Sound® Color Brochure & SpecificationsBrochure681 KBpdf
How to Specify:
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SELECT A STYLE
Trace® is available in Straight, Curved, Skew, and Slant pattern variations to allow you to select the right aesthetic for space.
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SELECT A COLOR
Panels are made available in a variety of colors. See our powder coat brochure for standard and premium options. Customized color matching is also available.
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SELECT A NUMBER OF MODULES
All our Trace® line offers seamless patterns that are fully scalable. Select the amount of modules needed for your project.
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OPTION TO ADD LIGHTING
Incorporate dynamic inline or backlighting, to add another dimension of functionality and visual interest to your project.
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OPTION TO ADD BACKER
Incorporate available backers of frosted acrylic, for diffused lighting and other visual effects, or Arktura’s Soft Sound® acoustical material, to reduce the impact of noise across spaces.
Discounts available based on project quantity. Contact your local sales representative for pricing.
Additional options available.