O'Neill Engineered Systems, Inc.

You have just shifted into your dream apartment, but there is one issue. It is too noisy! Therefore, you have to invest in sound cancelling foam , thinking that it will soundproof your space.  The reality is, while sound cancelling foam is a great material for lessening specific types of noise, it is not a generic solution for soundproofing a room.  Most people don’t understand its abilities, thinking it can completely block away sound, which is far from the truth. Therefore, if acoustic foam and sound absorbing wall strips is not the silver bullet for soundproofing, what is it great for? And what options should you consider for more effective sound isolation? Let us delve into the amazing world of acoustic materials and rubber isolation mounts to find out.  When people think about reducing environmental noise , acoustic foam frequently comes to mind.  Acoustic foams are highly effective materials for specific types of noise control, but it is vital to differentiate...

It is a general complaint among the city dwellers that the floors and the walls separating one apartment from another permit sound from one side to pass very conveniently through the other side.   Loss of acoustical privacy hasn’t been a grievance in the suburbs until lately, as land prices surge, many are getting smaller and houses are getting closer. House are also getting closer to the street and is experiencing noise pollution.  This led to the installation of quilted fibreglass absorbers in many houses.   It is more important now as many of us have strong multimedia centres in our homes, and we like to bask our movies with high sound.  The closer you live to your neighbour, the better the chances are for the loss of acoustical privacy. This is why installation of sound absorbing wall strips is necessary.    Sound is transmitted from its source to the ear through waves travelling through the air. When the volume of the sound reaches you, you are affec...