Custom solutions for infrastructure engineers and contractors
Australia’s infrastructure landscape is evolving fast. From the Bruce Highway upgrades to the Inland Rail and the Australia-Asia Power Link, these nation-building projects aim to support population growth, improve freight efficiency, and unlock long-term economic gains.
Yet it’s true that with scale comes complexity. Among the most persistent complex challenges is managing unwanted noise, during both project construction and operation.
Sound pressure isn’t just a nuisance. It affects community wellbeing, disrupts daily routines, impacts worker performance, and risks falling short of compliance standards. And as new infrastructure draws closer to schools, hospitals, homes, and workplaces, the demand for high-performance noise control systems becomes more than a tick-the-box obligation, it becomes part of designing for durability, function, and future readiness.
Why infrastructure noise needs targeted solutions
Most major projects today interface directly with urban communities. Without proper acoustic planning, these worksites and facilities can produce sustained noise exposure levels far above recommended limits.
Consistent noise reduction allows projects to:
- Maintain compliance with Australian environmental and planning standards
- Preserve public health by limiting exposure to prolonged noise pollution
- Improve safety onsite by keeping communication clear and reducing hearing-related incidents, and
- Support social licence by building trust with communities before problems arise.
Acoustic systems that meet infrastructure demands
Noise control for infrastructure isn’t a matter of one-size-fits-all panels. It requires engineering solutions that fit both the acoustic target and the project’s structural or spatial context. That’s why infrastructure contractors and engineers turn to AcousTech.
Below we look at some of the leading noise control systems helping projects meet acoustic specifications without compromising ventilation, movement, or architectural vision.
Sonic Acoustic Curtains
Temporary control for high-impact construction noise
Used widely across infrastructure builds, Flexshield’s Sonic Acoustic curtains offer modular, relocatable sound reduction. With documented performance of up to 27 dB(A) noise reduction, these curtains provide portable control around high-decibel activities like drilling, piling, and demolition.
Key features
- Quick to deploy and reposition as worksites shift
- Weather-tough design built for exposed conditions
- Ideal for equipment enclosures, hoardings, or internal dividers
Sonic Series acoustic louvres
Permanent acoustic control with airflow and aesthetics in mind
Ventilation is a non-negotiable in infrastructure settings, especially for tunnels, stations, and substations. Sonic Series acoustic louvres reduce noise transmission through airways, without compromising the required airflow or system efficiency.
Key features
- Tuned acoustic performance for continuous noise reduction
- Built-in weather protection and corrosion resistance
- Designed to integrate with modern architectural envelopes
Sonic Access acoustic doors
Secure acoustic barriers for noise-sensitive zones
When both security and sound attenuation are priorities, Sonic Access acoustic doors provide robust access points with acoustic ratings up to Rw50. These doors are used in control rooms, public facilities, and any enclosed space where noise control must not hinder operational access.
Key features
- High acoustic insulation with tested performance
- Heavy-duty construction suited to frequent use
- Available in a range of finishes and fitouts
AcousTech and Flexshield – working together for Australia’s future projects
Every major infrastructure project brings its own acoustic conditions, whether it’s continuous low-frequency rumble or intermittent high-impact construction noise. At AcousTech, we work alongside Flexshield to deliver noise control systems that support regulatory compliance, workforce safety, and positive community outcomes.
From temporary barriers to permanent fixtures, our acoustic systems are proven across some of Australia’s most demanding environments.
To discuss your infrastructure project requirements, call Flexshield on 1300 799 969.
To talk to the specialists at AcousTech, call 1300 508 232.
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