Mechanical Room Soundproofing

Why Is Mechanical Room Soundproofing Important?

Noise from the mechanical room is distracting. Even though the equipment is enclosed, the noise can still leak out into the rest of the building. This noise can interfere with production and ultimately cost your company money.

Moreover, the noise can be hazardous to the health and safety of employees. Employees can't communicate effectively, resulting in unnecessary accidents. And over time, exposure to loud noise can permanently damage hearing, especially for those working on the equipment.

Manufacturers come to Soundproof Cow because they want to improve their work environment, protect employees and save money on lost production. With our mechanical room soundproofing materials, noise is reduced drastically.

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What Mechanical Room Soundproofing Can Do For You

Mechanical room soundproofing products:

• Provide a safe work environment for employees: accidents caused by poor communication are eliminated and hearing loss is prevented
• Increase productivity by decreasing distractions so your company will benefit with higher profits
• Reduce complaints from neighboring buildings, allowing you to focus on what's most important

Mechanical Room Soundproofing and Sound Absorption: What's the Difference?

Sound is like water. It doesn't have a shape or form, but molds itself to its surroundings. And like water, sound can be absorbed by some materials and contained by others. Click here to learn more sound basics.

Mechanical room sound absorption products soak up sound. They absorb sound waves and prevent them from bouncing off the walls. They improve the quality of the sound within the area. Click here to learn more sound absorption basics

Mechanical room soundproofing products trap the sound. They contain the sound, making it impossible for the sound to move to other parts of the building. Click here to learn more soundproofing basics.

Choosing the Right Product for Your Mechanical Room Soundproofing Needs

Mechanical Room Sound Absorption Products

Sound absorption materials stop noise from bouncing off the walls and back into the space.

The result? Sound quality is improved and employees can hear each other. Accidents caused by miscommunication are stopped. Hearing loss, caused by continual exposure to the equipment noise, is prevented.

To be able to compare the performance of different sound absorption products, we rate them by how much sound they can take in. This rating is called NRC, which stands for Noise Reduction Coefficient. Click here to learn more about NRC ratings.

Below is a list of our sound absorption products that work best for mechanical rooms.

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Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels

These panels appear decorative but are really working hard to improve sound quality and speech clarity. Made of a lightweight fiberglass core, they are covered with a soft designer fabric. Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels are available as a wall panel or a baffle that can be hung from the ceiling.

Features & Benefits:

Superior Acoustic Performance - Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels are our premium sound absorption product that can be used anywhere reverberation (echo) is an issue. Our acoustic panels will improve speech intelligibility, improve production and improve any listening or recording environment. Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels absorbs noise generated at low, mid and high frequencies.

Ease of Installation - Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels are lightweight and can be attached to a variety of surfaces. Basic hand tools and a limited amount of construction know-how is all that is needed to ensure a proper installation. Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels can be cut or trimmed on the job site with simple hand tools. Our Acoustic Panels can be mounted permanently with adhesive or temporarily with Hook & Loop or Z-Clips.

Durability - Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels are available with resin hardened edges or, for areas with high traffic, aluminum framing. The fiberglass core of our acoustic panels is firm and resists impacts well; however, we offer an impact-resistant model for areas with high traffic.

Excellent Flammability Rating - Our Soft Sound® Acoustic Panels have a Class A&trade flammability rating. This product passes most building code flammability requirements for exposed materials.

Acoustic Foam Panels

Our Acoustic Foam Panels share all the same great acoustical sound absorbing properties as most of our other foam products, but at a lower price. Acoustic Foam Panels are designed to provide good sound absorption in a minimum thickness. Made of flexible polyurethane foam, the acoustic foam is manufactured to optimal uniform cell structure, maximum airflow resistance, as well as good heat, humidity, flame, and chemical resistance. Acoustical Foam Panels are UL94HF1 fire-rated and flat on both sides. Acoustic Foam Panels are available in a variety of dimensions, with a variety of protective facings and with or with out Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) for an easy peel-and-place application.

Features & Benefits:

Engineered for performance - Acoustic Foam Panels are engineered to be an excellent sound absorption product at a low cost. Acoustic Foam Panels absorb sound generated at low, mid and high frequencies.

Quality - Acoustic Foam Panels are made with flexible, professional-grade acoustic polyurethane foam. The foam keeps its color better and longer than other lower quality foams. Acoustic Foam Panels are firmer than other acoustic foam products on the market, which add protection against rips or tears. The foam is consistent in density and firmness so acoustic performance will also be consistent.

Ease of Installation - Acoustic Foam Panels are lightweight and can be attached to a variety of surfaces. No special tools or materials are needed. Acoustic Foam Panels are available with a Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) backing for an easy peel-and-place application.

Fiber Free - Acoustic Foam Panels are safe to use in clean room, medical and computer equipment environments.

Flammability - Acoustic Foam Panels are manufactured from polyurethane foam that has a flammability rating of UL94 HF-1. Before choosing this product, be sure the flammability rating passes your local building code for exposed materials. For the best flammability rating, see our Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels.

Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panel

Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are a premium grade sound absorption foam panel that are rated for high-temperature applications or buildings requiring Class A&trade rated materials. Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are heat resistant to 482° F and able to withstand constant temperatures of up to 320° F, which makes them an ideal choice for environments where temperatures are high and where sparks (or other hot materials) may fly, and come in contact with the material. Due to its excellent flame resistant qualities, it's perfect for areas where large numbers of people congregate. Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are constructed of lightweight, porous acoustic melamine and are fiber free, making them perfect for medical facilities or where high tech computer equipment is used. The material's internal structure is a spacious cellular complex of slim, flexible webs that are membrane-free and completely open-celled. The result is that Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are low-density and extremely lightweight. Available with or without Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) for an easy peel-and-place application.

Features & Benefits:

Engineered for performance - Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are engineered to be an excellent sound absorption product with a high tolerance for heat exposure. Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels absorb sound generated at low, mid and high frequencies.

Flammability - Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are manufactured from melamine foam that has a Class A&trade flammability rating in accordance with ASTM E 84. This product passes building codes that have strict flammability requirements for exposed materials.

Heat Tolerant - Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are heat resistant to 482° F and able to withstand constant temperatures of up to 320° F.

Fiber Free - Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are safe to use in clean room, medical and computer equipment environments.

Ease of Installation - Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are a lightweight, open-celled foam product and can be attached to a variety of surfaces. No special tools or materials are needed. Class A™ Acoustic Foam Panels are available with a Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) backing for an easy peel-and-place application.

Mechanical Room Soundproofing Products

Mechanical room soundproofing products trap sound. They keep sound in a desired location. This means the noise from the machines is kept in the room and doesn't leak out for others to hear.

There are four common approaches used in mechanical room soundproofing. The four ways are: adding mass, increasing or adding air space, decoupling or creating a structural break within the wall assembly, and adding sound absorption material within the wall/ceiling cavities. Click here to learn more soundproofing basics.

To be able to compare the performance of different mechanical room soundproofing products, we rate them by how much sound they can block. This rating is called STC, which stands for Sound Transmission Class. Click here to learn more about STC ratings.

Below is a list of our mechanical room soundproofing products. Mechanical room soundproofing products are typically applied behind drywall or sandwiched between existing and new drywall. There is a variety of mechanical room soundproofing products available.

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Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Composites

Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Composites are industrial-grade products that stop sound from entering or leaving a space. These products are composed of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material soundproofing membrane and acoustic-grade, polyurethane foam. The Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material provides mass and blocks noise. The acoustic foam works as a decoupler, structurally isolating the Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material layer from the wall or ceiling assembly, in turn improving the sound stopping performance. The acoustic foam also absorbs sound energy, ultimately contributing to the noise-blocking performance. Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Composites are tough, heavy and unattractive, however, they work!

Features & Benefits:

Triple soundproofing function - The mass of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material blocks sound while its flexible nature dampens sound energy. The acoustic foam acts as a decoupler, structurally isolating the heavy barrier layer from the construction assembly, ultimately increasing the sound blocking performance.

Low Profile - Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Composites range in thickness from 9/16 inch to 1 1/4 inch, saving valuable square footage.

In-stock - We stock all advertised sizes and configurations of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Composites. Most products are shipped the same day they are ordered and arrive at your project in 3 business days.

Proven History - Over 1 million square feet of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Composites are installed in projects nationwide.

Quiet Barrier® Specialty Composites

Quiet Barrier® Specialty Composites are four-layer soundproofing products that reduce noise transfer from structural-borne and airborne sources. Quiet Barrier® Specialty Composites were engineered for extreme noise and heat resistance. This is our premium barrier and acoustic foam soundproofing composite due to the intricate four-layer construction. The first layer is a fiber-reinforced Mylar® facing that blocks high frequency sound, resists tearing and can be wiped clean. The second layer is a thick acoustic foam that absorbs low, mid and high frequencies. The third layer is our Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material product that blocks sound energy. The fourth, thin layer is acoustic foam that suspends the barrier layer from the mounting surface. This layer structurally isolates the barrier layer, improving the sound blocking capabilities.

Features & Benefits:

Triple Soundproofing Function - The mass of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material layer blocks sound while its flexible nature dampens sound energy. The thicker of the two layers of Acoustic foam acts as a sound absorber, decreasing ambient reflected noise. The thinner layer of acoustic foam acts as a decoupler, structurally isolating the heavy barrier layer from the construction assembly, ultimately decreasing vibration and increasing the sound blocking performance.

Heat Resistant - Quiet Barrier® Specialty Composites have a fiber-reinforced Mylar® facing that not only reflects high frequencies, but also reflects heat back toward the source. This product is our best performing sound blocking material in exposed locations with above average temperatures.

Durable - The Mylar® facing provides a cleanable, tear-resistant surface for applications that may come in contact with oils or grease. Once punctured, the embedded fibers will prevent additional tearing or damage. The acoustic foam and barrier layers are thermally bonded, providing a much stronger, longer-lasting bond over traditional adhesives.

In-stock - We stock a large amount of Quiet Barrier® Specialty Composites in all advertised sizes and configurations. Most products are shipped the same day they are ordered and arrive at your project in 3 business days.

Ease of Installation - Quiet Barrier® Specialty Composites are available with an optional peel-and-stick pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA). Simply peel the silicone-coated paper backing and place the product where it's needed.

Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material

The mass of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material blocks sound while its flexible material dampens sound energy. It can be used behind drywall in wall and ceiling assemblies or sandwiched between existing and new drywall. It can also be used under flooring.

Features & Benefits:

Dual soundproofing function - The mass of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material blocks sound while its flexible nature dampens sound energy, giving improved acoustic performance over competitive rigid products.

Value - Pound for pound, Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material products have better noise reduction characteristics than steel and other building materials.

Low Profile - Valuable square footage is maximized. Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material is only 1/4 inch thick, saving space and money.

Variety - Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material soundproofing material is available in a variety of lengths and widths. Also, Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material is available with a peel-and-stick pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA). Custom shapes and sizes available upon request.

In-stock - We stock all advertised sizes and configurations of Quiet Barrier® Soundproofing Material in large quantities. Most products are shipped the same day they are ordered and arrive at your project in 3 business days. Custom shapes and sizes available upon request.

isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System

The isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System works by combining several different soundproofing strategies into one easy to use package. Designed to be installed inside of a wall or ceiling, the isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System kit contains 5 sound isolation rails, which are used to decouple or separate the drywall from the studs in your assembly. The kit also includes 18 visco elastic sound deadening pads, which help eliminate vibrational noise and further reduce the sound transmitted. The system is installed utilizing special hex head screw and visco elastic washers that are also included in the package. Simple installation instructions are included and also available on-line, to guide everyone from the do-it-yourselfer to the construction pro though the process, step by step. Our Acoustical Consultants are also available to provide support and answer any questions or concerns that you may have about your unique soundproofing project.

Features & Benefits:

Noise Reduction Performance - The Sound Transmission Class (STC) ranges from 52 - 61 when applied to 16 inch on center, 2x4 wood stud walls.

Ease of Installation - isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System requires a basic understanding of common construction techniques. This product was engineered for the do it yourselfer and contractor alike.

Affordable - One package covers up to 64 SqFt. Total installed cost is lower then comparable soundproofing systems. Everything you need to soundproof your environment is included and delivered to your door.

Versatility - isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System will reduce sound transfer on existing and newly constructed walls or ceilings. isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System can be installed on wood or steel studded walls.

In-stock - We manufacture and stock isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System.