Aegis Modular Acoustic Sound Barrier System

Description

Flexible noise-control panels for sports courts, construction sites, machinery and residential applications

The Aegis Modular Acoustic Sound Barrier System provides a flexible and reusable solution for helping control unwanted noise in indoor and outdoor environments.

Each modular curtain combines an acoustic wool and sound-insulating felt core with a durable PVC canvas facing and fibreglass cloth backing. Multiple Aegis panels can be connected to create continuous acoustic screens, temporary walls or machinery enclosures.

 Acoustic performance options of 23 dB, 27 dB and up to 32 dB.

Practical Noise Control Without a Permanent Wall

Constructing a permanent acoustic wall is not always practical, particularly around temporary work areas, rented facilities, machinery or existing sports courts.

Aegis Acoustic Barrier Curtains can be installed on suitable fences, walls, scaffolding or purpose-built support frames. Reinforced eyelets and hanging loops make the panels straightforward to install, while hook-and-loop edges allow adjoining curtains to connect tightly.

The modular system can be removed, relocated and reused as project requirements change.

Key Features

• Helps absorb sound and reduce direct noise transmission
• Suitable for selected indoor and outdoor applications
• Published acoustic options of 23 dB, 27 dB and up to 32 dB
• Acoustic wool and sound-insulating felt core
• Durable PVC canvas outer facing
• Fibreglass cloth backing
• Modular panels connect to cover larger areas
• Reinforced eyelets and hanging loops
• Hook-and-loop edges help minimise openings
• Easy to install, remove and relocate
• Reusable for temporary or changing work areas
• Standard and customised sizes available
• Multiple colours and felt thicknesses available
• Manufacturer-stated B1 flammability classification

Suitable Applications

Pickleball and Tennis Courts

Aegis Acoustic Barrier Curtains can be installed around sports court boundaries to help reduce direct sound transmission towards neighbouring homes, schools and adjoining properties.

They are particularly useful where an existing chain-link fence can provide the supporting structure.

Residential Noise Screening

The Aegis system can be installed along suitable residential fences or purpose-built frames to help manage noise from outdoor activity areas, pumps, machinery, kennels and neighbouring equipment.

Construction Sites

Create temporary acoustic screening around demolition work, generators, compressors, cutting equipment and other high-noise construction activities.

The modular Aegis curtains can be repositioned as the worksite changes.

Machinery and Equipment Rooms

Aegis curtains can form partial or complete acoustic enclosures around generators, pumps, motors, compressors and industrial equipment.

Individual panels can be removed when access is required for maintenance or servicing.

Dog Kennels and Animal Facilities

The system may be used as part of a wider noise-management plan for kennels, veterinary facilities, boarding facilities and animal-care areas.

Workshops and Factories

Create acoustic separation between machinery, production equipment, employees and adjoining work areas without constructing a permanent wall.

Product Specifications

Available Colours

Standard Aegis colour options include:

• Black
• White
• Grey
• Blue
• Green
• Yellow
• Orange
• Violet

Custom colours may be available depending on project requirements and order quantity.

How the Aegis System Works

The layered panel construction combines sound-absorbing material with a flexible barrier facing. This helps absorb sound energy and limit the amount of direct noise passing through the screened area.

For the best possible result, the barrier should be:

• High enough to interrupt the line of sight between the noise source and receiver
• Installed without large openings between panels
• Extended beyond both sides of the noise source where practical
• Positioned close to the noise source or receiving boundary
• Connected tightly using the hook-and-loop edges
• Properly secured for the expected wind conditions

Sound can still travel over, beneath and around a barrier. Correct positioning and continuous coverage are therefore just as important as the acoustic rating of the individual panels.

Aegis for Pickleball Court Noise Management

Pickleball produces a distinctive impact sound that may be noticeable beyond the court boundary. The Aegis system provides an additional noise-management option for clubs, schools, community facilities and residential courts.

Aegis panels can be installed on suitable existing court fencing or a purpose-built support structure. The barrier should be positioned between the court and the property or area requiring protection.

A complete sports court noise-management plan may also consider:

• Court orientation
• Barrier height
• Distance from neighbouring homes
• Openings beneath and between panels
• Nearby reflective walls and buildings
• Player numbers and operating hours
• Paddle and ball selection

Aegis can help reduce direct sound transmission but will not make an outdoor court completely soundproof.

Installation

Each Aegis curtain includes reinforced mounting points around its edges. Panels can be suspended using suitable hooks, ropes or fixings attached to an existing structure.

Adjacent curtains connect using hook-and-loop strips to create a more continuous acoustic barrier.

The supporting structure, fixings and foundations must be suitable for the combined panel weight and expected wind loading. Site-specific structural advice may be required for larger outdoor installations.

Acoustic Performance

Aegis is available in configurations with published acoustic performance options of 23 dB, 27 dB and up to 32 dB under controlled test conditions. The catalogue information refers to testing in accordance with ISO 140-3:1995.

Actual on-site performance will depend on:

• Selected curtain construction
• Type and frequency of the noise
• Barrier height and overall length
• Distance from the noise source
• Openings around the barrier
• Supporting structures
• Nearby buildings and reflective surfaces
• Installation quality

Project-specific acoustic advice is recommended where a particular noise limit, resource consent condition or measured result must be achieved.