Wall sound absorption – reduces echo in industrial environments
Effective sound control with wall-mounted sound absorbers in industrial environments
In industrial environments with large surfaces, hard materials, and continuous activity, problems with echo and long reverberation often arise. Walls made of concrete, steel, and other smooth materials reflect sound effectively, causing machine noise, voices, and internal transport to spread and amplify in the room. The result is a noisy working environment where speech intelligibility is impaired, concentration is negatively affected, and the perceived noise level is higher than the actual level. Wall sound absorption is an effective measure to reduce these reflections and create a more controlled and functional sound environment in industrial premises.
What is wall sound absorption?
Sound absorption of walls involves installing sound absorbers directly on wall surfaces to capture sound waves and reduce reflections in the room. The absorbers are made of porous materials that convert sound energy into heat energy. This is clearly different from sound insulation, which is designed to stop sound from spreading between different rooms or spaces, and vibration damping, which reduces vibrations and structure-borne noise from machines and installations. Wall absorbers are therefore used to improve the acoustics where the sound already exists.
Common acoustic problems in industrial premises
In production halls, warehouses, and workshops, long reverberation causes sound to be amplified and merge together. Conversations become difficult to understand, instructions can be misunderstood, and the working environment is perceived as stressful. In businesses where clear communication and safety are crucial, poor acoustics can have a negative impact on both workflow and the working environment. Without sound-absorbing measures, these problems risk becoming permanent as the business grows.
How wall-mounted sound absorbers work
When sound waves hit a wall-mounted sound absorber, they are slowed down and absorbed into the structure of the material. Since many sound reflections occur at ear level, walls are a strategically important surface to treat in order to shorten reverberation time and improve the sound environment.
Improved speech intelligibility
Wall absorbers reduce disruptive reflections and make communication clearer in both small and large industrial premises.
Complement to other sound-absorbing solutions
Wall absorption works effectively in combination with ceiling absorbers, sound-absorbing curtains, and room dividers for evenly distributed sound absorption.
Why choose wall sound absorption in industrial environments?
Wall sound absorption has a quick and clear effect on the sound environment without requiring any changes to the building's structure. The solution is flexible, long-term, and can be adapted to changes in production and room design. The result is noticeable through lower perceived noise levels, better speech intelligibility, and a more functional working environment. In many industrial environments, wall absorbers are combined with other acoustic measures to achieve the best possible overall result.
Well-thought-out advice for the best results
For the best effect, wall absorbers should be placed where sound reflections are strongest, often near workstations or in areas with high noise levels. Larger premises often require several absorbers for even attenuation, while smaller areas can be improved with strategically placed solutions. A common mistake is to underestimate the importance of walls for acoustics. Correctly dimensioned and positioned wall absorption creates a long-term comfortable and functional sound environment.
Wall sound absorption is therefore a safe and effective choice for industrial environments that want to reduce echo in the room and improve the working environment, communication, and safety.