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About sound insulation

Sound insulation involves preventing sound from spreading between different parts of a structure. In contexts such as vehicles, it is about limiting the transmission of both airborne and structure-borne sound through walls, floors, chassis, or other components, so that vibrations and noise do not reach the cabin and/or the surrounding environment. The aim is to create a quieter and more comfortable environment by dampening the path of sound through materials and constructions.

The need for sound insulation

Sound insulation is about limiting the spread of sound – both airborne and structure-borne – between different spaces or structural components. The aim is to reduce noise, vibrations, and unwanted sound levels, thereby creating a more pleasant and functional environment.

In vehicles, sound-insulating methods and materials are used to prevent engine noise, road noise, and vibrations from entering the cabin and reducing comfort. In buildings, sound insulation is intended to acoustically separate rooms – for example, between flats, offices, or floors – through walls, floors, and ceilings that dampen sound transmission. In public transport – trains, buses, and trams – sound insulation is used to reduce noise from engines, rail contact, and airflow, which improves the working environment for both passengers and staff.

In energy applications, such as power stations, transformer substations, and wind turbines, sound insulation is used to reduce noise levels from machinery and technical installations, as well as to protect the surrounding environment from disturbing noise.

By combining sound-absorbing materials, sealed constructions, and vibration-damping materials, the spread of sound can be controlled, whether the goal is improved comfort, a better working environment, or reduced noise exposure in society.

Antiphon's solutions

Antiphon offers solutions for structure-borne sound damping and reduction of airborne noise.

Structure-borne sound-damping laminated sheets or pads can reduce vibrations or prevent structure-borne sound from spreading in the construction.

The product series antiphon® LA/LA LV include sound absorbers designed to dampen airborne noise and reduce noise levels in, for example, vehicles and machinery spaces.

To complement the absorbers, LT-F materials are also offered, which seal and insulate joints and seams. These sealing materials prevent sound, heat, and moisture from penetrating the construction, thereby contributing to more effective sound insulation.