Acoustic Office Partitions are one of the most popular choices due to the impact they can make on any open space. Being able to reduce noise in a distracting workplace could be priceless if motivation and concentration is starting to dwindle. Excessive noise has been known to have a negative effect, causing a decrease in productivity.
How do Acoustic Office Dividers work?
To achieve a high level of sound absorption high quality foam is required. Across our acoustic office divider range we use 12mm and 24mm acoustic foam to offer a varying amount of support. The layers of acoustic foam are the main factor in noise reduction and here’s why.
Noise in an office is created by sound waves, if a sound wave hits a hard surface this will reflect causing echo. Acoustic foam offers a soft, absorbent surface, meaning some of the sounds waves will be absorbed and a small amount will be reflected. The energy that has been absorbed will contribute to the quieter office space you’re trying to create.
Based on a test completed on 12mm and 24mm acoustic foam, the higher the frequency, the more effective the foam performs. As expected, the 24mm acoustic foam is more effective and absorbs more sounds at a much lower frequency. The type of acoustic office screen will depend on how loud the space is and the type of environment you’re wanting to create.
The effectiveness of acoustic foam and screening can also be down to the positioning and how much of the sound is being captured. If the acoustic office divider is placed in direct line of a person talking, the screen is in an optimal space as this will be inline with voice projection and absorb more sound then if the individual was speaking over the top of the screen.
Acoustic Office Screens are a great investment and have the ability to transform small and large spaces. Not only is the acoustic foam incredibly effective, the shapes, style and colours you can choose from would elevate any office design. Use simple styles to bring warm and bold colours in to a cold or dull work space. The right surrounds along with controlling noise are 2 simple steps in keeping the office a happy place.