Commercial Acoustic & Boundary Walls · environmental problems in urban areas worldwide. Modular Wall Systems™ has worked with McDonalds fast food outlets providing perimeter acoustic

Commercial Acoustic & Boundary Walls

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Modular Wall Systems™ are the inventors and market leading manufacturer of cost-effective, composite, acoustic and masonry alternative walls. Our commercial acoustic walls are setting new benchmarks in sound attenuation that benefit whole communities. Modular Walls Systems™ has a proven performance record across thousands of commercial noise abatement, security, privacy and architectural projects having partnered with some of Australia’s largest companies and government departments.Modular Walls Systems™ are proud Australian manufacturers with a reputation for quality and innovation.

WA Main Roads, Roe Highway – GuardianWall™Noise attenuation and security was needed along the recently upgraded Roe Highway using the GuardianWall™ system with an average height of 3.3m and a design life criteria of 50+ years.

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About Modular Walls

As the leading manufacturers of cost effective acoustic boundary walls Modular Wall Systems™ can offer a solution for every challenge. Whether it be noise reduction, impact resistance, barrier for environmental hazards, customisable design, easy and fast install requiring little infrastructure support, overcoming difficult site access, or all of the above - Modular Wall Systems™ is able to solve it.

Based around their innovative composite wall panels and supported by a unique post system, the modular wall system has been specifically designed to insulate or absorb sound and mitigate noise.

The products are Australian designed and manufactured to strict international ISO 9001 quality standards. With 30 years proven performance, Modular Wall Systems™ products are applied in a wide variety of industries and government departments both nationally and internationally.

Modular Wall Systems™ can count thousands of successful projects - some of which have been located in the harshest and most challenging climatic conditions, offering an economical alternative to traditional walls.

Origin Energy – GuardianWall™

A new power transformer with complicated and challenging foundation requirements in remote Queensland required a wall that performed well, not only as a security wall but provided the required acoustic solution as well. Modular Wall Systems™ worked closely with the client’s in-house engineers to provide a stunning and innovative solution, a 5m high GuardianWall™ with AcoustiMax™75 panels.


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Wall Capping

AcoustiMax™ Panelor AcoustiSorb™ Panel

Joining Profile

Lower Capping

Support Bracket

Post Capping Post

Commercial and Acoustic Wall Solutions

For visual screening, security, boundaries, separation and acoustic attenuation with unlimited wall heights.

Suitable Wall Types:VogueWall™ BarrierWall™ GuardianWall™

Retaining

Construct retaining walls up to 3m high and massive 10kPa live load with our range of TerraFirm™ composite retaining panels at 2.4m spans.

Suitable Wall Types: Under 750mm: SlimWall™, VogueWall™,

EstateWall™, BarrierWall™

Over 750mm - 3000mm: GuardianWall™

Temporary Wall Solutions

For relocatable visual screening, security and acoustic attenuation with wall heights to a maximum of 4.4m.

Suitable Wall Types: QuikWall™ KerbWall™

Sound Absorbing Wall & Enclosure Solutions

For visual screening, security, boundaries, separation and acoustic attenuation.

Suitable Wall Types: VogueWall™ BarrierWall™ GuardianWall™

Custom, Gates & Decorative Features

Custom built walls, unusual features or applications and hinged or sliding composite gates. Example shown includes custom post design with sandstone veneer finish.


Panel Solutions

Modular Wall Systems™ composite panel technology provides lightweight, yet incredibly strong and rigid wall panels. Comprising of a fibre cement outer skin around an expanded polystyrene core, they offer excellent noise reduction qualities. In addition, Modular Wall Systems™ have the only sound absorbing product in the market - AcoustiSorb™.

Depending on individual circumstances, a reduction in audible noise in excess of 20dB can be achieved. A 10dB reduction in noise is commonly considered to represent a halving of loudness. Test reports by the National Acoustic Laboratory of Australia can be downloaded from the Modular Wall Systems™ website.

Having been rigorously tested in conjunction with Road Way Authority Testing Criteria, in all states and territories, Modular Wall Systems™ panels are high impact resistant. They do not crack or chip ensuring longevity and durability.

Modular Wall Systems™ products are manufactured under the strictest international ISO 9001 quality standards.

McDonalds ResturantsAs population densities increase and buffer space between residences, commercial developments and infrastructure diminishes, noise is fast becoming one of the most contentious environmental problems in urban areas worldwide. Modular Wall Systems™ has worked with McDonalds fast food outlets providing perimeter acoustic barriers shielding the restaurant, drive-thru and car park activity from neighbouring residents. The example shows a Modular Wall System™ acoustic barrier shielding the McDonalds restaurant from rail noise.


EPS Core

MicraLine™

finish

MicraLine™

- Steel Skinned Panels

• Pre-finished to a standard range of colours

• Lightweight

• Panel spans up to 4 metres

Soundwaves reflect off the surface

of the Corrolink™ panel, resulting in

a 20dB+ reduction in audible noise on

the inside of the wall (typical)

CorroLink™

- Corrugated Steel Skinned Panels

• Pre-coloured steel outer skins

• Lightweight yet robust construction

• 5.0 metres panel span

Rw Rating 25

NRC Rating n/a

Density (kg/m²) 8.70

Fire (BAL) BAL29

Panel thick. (mm) 40 & 75 (typcial)

Panel length (mm) up to 5000

Panel width (mm) 800 typical

Soil Retention n/a

Wind Region A, B, C & D

Rw Rating 23

NRC Rating n/a


Fire (BAL) BAL29

Panel thick. (mm) 50 & 75 (typcial)


Panel width (mm) 1200

Soil Retention n/a

Wind Region A, B & C

EPS core EPS Core

Fibre cement outer skin

Fibre cement skin outer

Internalreinforcement ribs

Sound waves penetrate the

perforated faceof the panel and are

absorbed within the core material,

resulting in anNRC rating of

up to 1.0

AcoustiMax™

- Reflective Wall Panels

• Fibre cement/EPS composite construction

• Lightweight

• Impact resistant

• Panel span up to 4.2 metres

AcoustiSorb™

- Sound Absorbing Panels

• Pre-coloured

• Full Aluminium construction

• Perforated outer skin

• PET sound absorbing core

• Lightweight yet robust construction

• Panel span up to 4.0 metres

TerraFirm™

- Retaining Panels

• Integrated retaining wall panels

• Fibre cement skin to both sides

• High density EPS core

• Internal reinforcing ribs

• Retain from 750mm - 3000mm

• Up to 10kPa live loads

Rw Rating 28

NRC Rating n/a

Density (kg/m²) 15.49, 22 or 30.71 (typical)

Fire (BAL) BAL40

Panel thick. (mm) 50 - 75

Panel length (mm) 2400, 2700, 3200,4200

Panel width (mm) 600, 900, 1200

Soil Retention up to 750mm


Types 50, 75, X & XL

NRC Rating n/a

Density (kg/m²) 15.90 - 49.00

Fire (BAL) BAL29


Panel length (mm) 2400

Panel width (mm) 600, 900, 1200

Soil Retention up to 3000


Panel Thickness 75 100

Rw Rating (tuneable)

29 -34 34 - 45

NRC Rating 0.90 1.0

Density (kg/m²) 14.32 14.72

Fire (BAL) BAL29 BAL29


up to 4000

Panel width (mm) 600 600

Wind Region

A, B, C & D

A, B, C & D

Custom Solutions AvailableModular Wall Systems™ have multiple wall and panel solutions, and it can be a combination of several aspects that will determine what is best suited for your particular requirements. Modular Wall Systems™ can tailor a wall solution to meet your exact aesthetics, height, impact and density requirement.

EnduroMax™

- Ultra High Impact Panels

• Roadway compliant

• Ultra high impact resistance

• Vandal resistant

• Superior acoustic performance

• Panel spans up to 4.2 metres

Rw Rating 31

NRC Rating n/a


Fire (BAL) BAL40



Panel width (mm) 600, 900, 1200

Soil Retention up to 3000


Fibre cement outer skin

Adhesive

High impact reinforcing layer

Adhesive

EPS Core

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Commercial Walls

Modular Wall Systems™ have changed the way commercial boundary walls are built. With over 12,000 projects completed, they are the industry leaders for innovative composite acoustic solutions. Modular Wall Systems™ offer the following benefits:

Parkside – BarrierWall™

A BarrierWall™ greets residents and guests of the Parkville amenities centre that forms part of the Parkside Parkville residential development by Australand. Due to its prime location the BarrierWall™ had to connect seamlessly with its lifestyle orientated community and the adjoining green landscape.

• Strong and durable When erected the wall displays amazing strength. The modular wall system is comprised of composite fibre cement sandwich panels supported by a unique post system that ensures the wall will never crack.

• Lightweight construction This equates to quick and easy installation with no need for large machinery or lifting equipment, making it a cost effective solution.

• Remote location installation The lightweight properties of Modular Wall Systems™ allows for remote locations and difficult sites to be readily serviced. They have engineered and built walls in locations as environmentally harsh and remote as Karratha, WA (wind region D).

• Proven acoustic performance Ideal for noise reduction from busy roads.

• Cost effective Modular Wall Systems™ offers the highest acoustic performing solution for minimum investment.

• Combats all the elements Modular Wall Systems™ will not rot, dent, warp or corrode.

• Simple and easy installation Modular Wall Systems™ ensures zero wastage, saving costs, time and almost completely eliminates construction mess.

• Fast construction times The lightweight components of the modular wall system allows for extremely efficient transportation of the product even to difficult sites.

• Customised design available Design can be customised and finished in a variety of superior finishing options and quality. The modular wall has the same pleasing appearance on the back as the front.

• Customised heights available


BarrierWall™

Super strong proprietary post system achieving wall heights up to 4500mm.

Wall Heights: 3000mm up to 4500mm

Panel Span/Post Centres: 2500mm or 2800mm

Post Dimensions: 150mm (W) x 250mm (D)

GuardianWall™

Extended design life with HDG UB posts.

Wall Heights: Up to 9000mm

Panel Span/Post Centres: 2040mm - 4240mm

Post Dimensions: Depends on application and region

VogueWall™

Versatile noise wall.

Wall Heights: up to 3000mm

Panel Span/Post Centres: 2600mm, 2900mm or 3200mmj


Expressed Joint (Optional)

All AcoustiMax™50 & 75 panels are available with an architectural expressed joint look

Desalination Plant – BarrierWall™

A 4.2m high BarrierWall™ at Kyeemagh provided a visual amenity from a construction site whilst also providing sediment control and acoustic benefit to neighbouring residents.



Temporary Walls & Sound Enclosures

Modular Wall Systems™ offer a range of cost effective temporary noise wall and sound enclosures suited to minimise construction noise and protect against residential noise pollution.

Bechtel on behalf of QGC – QuikWall™

A temporary enclosure around the perimeter of a well-head in remote Queensland. Then solution was chosen for its superior acoustic qualities and ability to be relocated simply. The solution also had to meet cyclonic wind requirements.

QuikWall™

Freestanding, relocatable, lightweight temporary noise wall

• Extremely easy to manouver

• Compact in transportation for cost effective installation Retractable in height for transport and quick installation. A 3-4 man team can position and install approximately 90 linear metres or 360m2 of QuickWall™ per day.

• Leave no foundations You can leave the site the way you found it.

• Temporary noise reduction Ideal for noise reduction from construction site. Ideal for drilling operations, moving platforms and short term noise containment.

• Wall Heights: 2.6m expandable up to 4.0m

• Span per unit: 3.6m

KerbWall™

CorroLink™ panels integrated with standard F-Type or A-Type kerbs.

• Reusable and robust Durable and structurally sound KerbWalls™can be used many times over.

• Ideal for sediment control and crash protection

• Proven acoustic performance

• Easy and cost effective installation Quickly demountable. Installs directly on top of concrete hire kerbs allowing for zero disruption to your programmed works.

• Three-in-one solution Great for when a visual, acoustic and crash barrier wall is required for the long or short term.

• Wall Heights: up to 3.0m, taller walls designed on request.

• Typical Span: 3.0m.

Sound EnclosuresModular Wall Systems™ Sound Enclosures are designed to enclose and screen the noise source and either deflect or absorb the noise source away from the receiver. The acoustic design of a sound enclosure is generally governed by the noise level required to meet the project goal, depending upon the application. Sound enclosures can be installed with or without composite roofing.

• Ideal for roof tops or remote sites

• Ideal for air conditioning units

• Where noise absorption has been specified for superior noise abatement


Integrated Retaining with TerraFirm™ Panels

Slopes can create many challenges when it comes to designing and installing a boundary wall or fence for both residential and commercial applications. Modular Wall Systems™ has stepped in with a solution that stylishly integrates the retaining wall and fence or boundary wall in one seamless design. TerraFirm™ composite fibre cement retaining panels can be built into Modular Wall Systems™ to accommodate retaining requirements with a consistent and visually appealing wall or fence in one, without the need and cost of building a standard masonry retaining wall.

• 10 kPa live loads Retain up to 2000mm with our TerraFirm™X

retaining panel and 3000mm with our TerraFirm™XL.

• Cost-effective Using Modular Wall Systems integrated

retaining solution offers significant savings. The TerraFirm™ panels mean you don’t have to invest in costly stand-alone block retaining walls.

• Design / Aesthetics Stylishly integrates the retaining wall and fence

or boundary wall in one seamless design equating to heightened street appeal and a higher property value whilst maximising usable land area.

• Performance TerraFirm™ panels are reinforced, have zero water absorption, and a high retaining capacity

designed and engineered to withstand surcharged loads up to 10 kPa at 3000mm high.

• Fast, Hassle Free Installation This cost-effective and tailored approach

to fencing/walling with retaining wall requirements minimises waste and excessive material usage.

• Lightweight Assembly and Minimal Site Disruption Panels are finished in a textured or acrylic paint that complements the surrounding residential area providing the perfect finish.

• Ability to be Customised With a flat seamless face that can be painted any colour swatch or textured paint to integrate with the overall property.


Residential Walls

With a reputation for quality and innovation, Modular Wall Systems™ have changed the way residential walls are built. Their cost effective residential walls deliver the following benefits:

• Cost-effective A cost effective lightweight wall system that’s

designed to replicate the look of a rendered masonry wall.

• Strong and durable When erected the wall displays amazing brick

like strength. The Modular Wall System™ is comprised of composite fibre cement sandwich panels supported by a unique post system that ensures the wall will never crack.

• Acoustically rated Ideal for noise reduction from busy roads.

• Resistant to the elements Modular Wall Systems™ will not rot, dent,

warp or corrode.

• Simple and easy installation Modular Wall Systems™ ensures zero wastage,

saving costs and almost completely eliminates construction mess.

• No strip footings Not only is your wall erected within days,

but also equates to low cost, no mess, and no hassle.

• Fast construction The lightweight components of our

Modular Wall System™ allows for extremely efficient transportation of the product even to difficult sites.

• Multiple Applications Perfect for boundary walls, estate front fences

and feature walls.

• Customised design available Design can be easily customised with slats, letterboxes, and lighting and finished in a variety of different coatings and colours.

• Integrated retaining Utilise our proven TerraFirm™ composite retaining panel to achieve integrated retaining capabilities. to further enhance aesthetics and drive project costs down.

EstateWall™

As the premium and largest modular wall product available, EstateWall™ is often used as a grand front wall, boundary wall, acoustic wall, or premium residential wall. EstateWall™ can be finished with a custom letterbox, lighting, gates and slat infills for the ultimate designer look.


Our most cost effective wall option.


Panel Span/Post Centres: 2500mm or 2800mm

Panel Width: 40mm


TrendWall™

Versatile enough to suit any architectural style.


Panel Span/Post Centres: 2600mm, 2900mm or 3200mm

Panel Width: 75mm


VogueWall™

Emulates the dimensions of a brick wall with large piers.


Panel Span/Post Centres: 2700mm, 3000mm or 3300mm

Panel Width: 75mm


EstateWall™

• Solid panel sliding or Modular hinged composite gates.

• Maintain access with acoustic integrity.

• Complete kits including hinges and latches.

• All wall styles are designed to seamlessly accommodate slats or infills.

Slats & Gates

Premium fencing and cost effective...


Panel Span/Post Centres: 2420mm

Panel Width: 50mm


SlimWall™


Installation

Modular Wall Systems™ have an in-house installation team who oversee the whole installation project. Because they are in-house they guarentee a seamless transition from design approval through to product manufacture and final installation. The Modular Wall Systems™ team have managed design and installations for some of Australia’s largest companies in regions as harsh and remote as Karratha, WA (Wind region D). They have an experienced team of accredited and licensed commercial installers with a proud record of zero site hours lost through injury. With extensive tier 1 and mining site experience they offer a complete and seamless service from concept through to delivery.

Design & Engineering

With vast experience on all levels, Modular Wall Systems™ have managed design and installation for some of Australia’s largest companies. Their engineering designers will assist contractors in completing a project on time and on budget, using the latest and most up to date computer programs to design and model your complete wall and footing solution. Using leading edge structural analysis engineering software, they design and construct the most robust structures from the ground up to ensure your project is completed as cost effectively as possible.

APLNG Upstream for Origin Energy, Conoco Phillips & Sinopec JV – GuardianWall™

In direct response to exacting requirements for a multi-million dollar gas extraction project, Modular Wall Systems™ developed the ThermaMax™ panel.

A modular thermal heat control solution not previously available. This was specifically used to provide a thermal security perimeter to open flare burn off points and reducing temperatures by up to 150˚C.


Case Study 1

New Premium Community within a short drive of SydneyNSW

Challenge

The developer set out to create a new premium, master-planned community in NSW which would offer a diverse range of home options and the very best in modern indoor/outdoor living. The locality of the development situated within a short drive of Sydney. This presented the developer with a challenge in delivering an estate which would stand out from the rest and deliver on the vision without comprimise. It was evident that many retaining walls would be required to the boundaries of new home lots and these would then need to accept fencing on top.

Solution

After consultation with the development manager and designers, Modular Wall Systems™ proposed to use our SlimWall™ fencing which would integrate retaining wall heights up to 750mm. This enabled the developer to minimise contractors and save money on the overall project cost due to the SlimWall™ retaining on the boundary and extending to the finished fence height. The solution addressed the vision to create a premium estate by offering a premium fence to every rear and side boundary, promoting a consistent look and feel throughout the estate while creating private outdoor havens for each property due to the premium aesthetic and acoustic properties inherent in each and every SlimWall™. This means the development now has a point of difference to other new estates within the region and has contributed to not only increased interest from potential clients, but faster sales velocity of registered lots.

The developer is so pleased with the solution, they have now commissioned use of our premium VogueWall™ for the dress circle within the estate and further utilising our expanded range of TerraFirm™ composite retaining panels to retain up to 3m where needed in addition to continuing the roll out of the SlimWall™ fencing and integrated retaining solution for the rest of the development.


Case Study 2

An Aesthetically Superior Versatile Noise BarrierNorthern Road, Penrith, NSW

Challenge

Lend Lease in conjunction with Abi Group required a noise attenuation wall along The Northern Road upgrade project at Jordan Springs. The project needed to meet strict conditions of the Roads and Maritime Service (RMS) R271 specification, including extended design life and impact resistance.Together with high acoustic performance, a key component of the solution was to maintain a superior aesthetic look similar to a BarrierWall™ built by Modular Wall Systems™ in the adjacent award winning Urban development – Jordan Springs. Not without construction challenges either, our team also needed to design with integrated retaining panels and pedestrian interaction in mind.

Solution

Modular Wall Systems™ worked with PND Civil to present a high performing and cost-effective solution. The unique GuardianWall™ incorporated AcoustiMax™75 panels to comfortably exceed all requirements including the required 31+RW (Weighted Sound Reduction Index) ensuring outstanding noise abatement. But the stand-out feature of this wall was the cutting edge aesthetics. The customised design ensured a simple, singular beam footing that integrated with the existing retaining wall. A unique characteristic of the panels was a ‘fit for purpose’ UB infill by Modular Wall Systems™ that ensured a like finish on both sides, eliminating the inferior, yet common trait, of having a ‘good’ and ‘bad’ side. Given the benefits of GuardianWall™ requires no heavy lifting equipment at time of installation, contractors installed it with ease and within a very short time frame.


Case Study 3

Acoustic Solutions for Service StationsCaltex, Guilford, NSW

Challenge

A Caltex service station in Sydney’s west had to construct an acoustic and visual wall to shield adjacent neighbours from the operational noise of a 24 hour Star Mart service station. Owing to an unstable existing retaining wall between the construction site and neighbouring properties, the solution needed to encompass a complex cantilevered post system to transfer wind loading onto stronger areas of soil. An extended design life was also a key requirement.

Solution

The GuardianWall™ system, utilising galvanised UB support columns, was deemed suitable for this project. A unique GuardianWall™ solution was quickly designed and fabricated by Modular Wall Systems™ to ensure the residents were not exposed to construction noise. The requirement for the top of the wall to meet specific height Reference Levels imposed by Fairfield City Council resulted in significant challenges when completing the footing foundations. However, persistence and ingenuity resulted in a fully compliant project. The final GuardianWall™ design was 1.5m - 3.0m high and 76.4m long, comprising of 29 individual cantilevered posts and AcoustiMax™ 75 panels which exceeded the required 20+RW (Weighted Sound Reduction Index) acoustic, subtle values. A final lick of paint resulted in a highly professional and subtle practical noise barrier with 40+ year design life.


Case Study 4

McDonalds Chooses Modular Wall Systems™ as their Acoustic SoultionMcDonalds, Mossvale, NSW

Challenge

When leading global Foodservice retailer McDonalds builds a new restaurant they rely on the best and so Modular Walls Systems™ was specified on the plans by Richmond+Ross consulting engineers for this new store construction. The development application (DA) for the site on the corner of Robertson Road and Argyle Street in Moss Vale came with council requirements of a perimeter acoustic barrier wall shielding the drive-thru and car-park activity from neighbouring residents. Given it’s a custom design McDonalds store (that will not be replicated anywhere in Australia) specifically tailored to link the restaurant with the heritage and character of Moss Vale, aesthetics of the perimeter wall was critical.

Solution

The solution offered by Modular Wall Systems™ was a 70 metre long x up to 2.4 metre high VogueWall™ utilising the sound reflecting and high impact resistant AcoustiMax™ 75 panels providing a noise reduction of almost 30dBa. The whole wall was fitted to the top of the new core-filled block wall by core-drilling and grouting core-hole post receptors into the block wall. Because of its decorative and versatile design, the VogueWall™ perfectly met the aesthetic requirements. Testament to the success of this acoustically rated wall is that Modular Wall Systems™ is now assisting the construction team with another acoustically rated wall at McDonalds in Bligh Park by providing a turnkey solution from concept drawings, detailed design through to installation.


Case Study 5

Customised Child Care Acoustic SolutionMaddingley Early Learning Centre Maddingley, VIC

Challenge

Modular Wall Systems™ was given the challenge to come up with a cost effective acoustic solution that had to comply with strict council criteria for the Maddingley Early Learning Centre. Firstly, a robust panel density specification of 22kgs m2 was determined by the client’s acoustic consultant that had to be met or exceeded. Having previously worked on acoustic solutions for many Early Learning Centres’ this challenge saw the team at Modular Wall Systems™ in familiar territory. As the Early Learning Centre’s location adjoins residential housing, the solution had to not only shield local residents from the playground noise, but resolve their request for an aesthetically pleasing fence.

Solution

The noise abatement panel that was developed for the project was a modified version of Modular Wall Systems™ AcoustiMax™50 with an additional integrated central fibre cement layer. The customised panels ingeniously utilised the typical SlimWall™ support posts so from the outside the system looked like an aesthetically pleasing SlimWall™. The SlimWall™ fence measuring 2.1m high x 155m long, utilising this upgraded panel was instrumental in shielding local residents from the playground noise, as well as providing an extremely secure perimeter ensuring the children’s safety. The Maddingley Early Learning Centre along with their acoustic consultant were extremely pleased by the end result, which only took 11 days to install. Modular Wall Systems™ provided a turnkey solution from concept drawings, detailed design and engineering through to installation.

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Case Study 6

Noise Wall and Sound Absorbing Wall SolutionSmithfield RSL, Gaming Lounge, Smithfield, NSW

Challenge

Smithfield RSL were undergoing an extension of their gaming lounge and turned to Modular Wall Systems™ for a noise abatement solution to shield neighbours and alleviate their noise concerns. Local council had imposed strict mandatory acoustic regulations as part of the renovation which included both a sound absorbing requirement as well as a high transmission loss. Additionally, the acoustic wall required complex installation in and around old and new storm water pipes and pits. Finally, the noise mitigation solution located near the entry and exit stairs of the customer driven premise located along Sydney’s busy Cumberland Highway, had to be aesthetically welcoming.

Solution

The solution offered by Modular Wall Systems™ included a custom-designed GuardianWall™ system measuring 4.5m – 5.3m tall and 47m long that incorporated our AcoustiSorb™Plus panels. Due to the RW rating required, Modular Wall Systems™ proposed a modified version of our standard AcoustiSorb™ sound absorbing panel. This panel was designed, tested and acoustically rated specifically for this project. These panels have a perforated face to absorb sound waves within its core material, resulting in an NRC rating > 0.9. Working harmoniously with Merlot Constructions, Modular Wall Systems™ installed the required walls in several carefully planned and calculated site visits. Base plates and large pad footings were used where post embedment depth could not be achieved overcoming challenges from the old and new storm water pipes and pits. The pre-finish internal panel skins meant there was no requirement for painting on the inside following installation and the outside was painted in a colour to seamlessly blend into the rest of the development.


Case Study 7

Acoustic Solutions for Aged Care FacilitiesBupa Aged Care, Sutherland, NSW

Challenge

Bupa Aged Care built a new facility along the busy Princes Highway in Sutherland, Sydney. The original council plans called for a timber fence along the main road boundary, which was quickly deemed unsuitable due to the high traffic noise and unappealing veneer.

Solution

Bupa sought out a more aesthetically pleasing solution to match the prestigious image of their premier facility and quickly settled upon the VogueWall™ system, which utilises the AcoustiMax™75 panel.Modular Wall Systems™ worked closely with Bupa, local council and Taylor Constructions to design a wall that not only blended with the surrounding landscape, but carefully navigated between the existing trees that had a preservation order on them. The minimal impact design of the Modular Wall Systems™ post footing was a perfect fit for this application. To enhance the natural, landscaped “feel” of the wall, setback bays were installed every 9 metres and a designer-series stone cladding applied. The final touch included painting in “Iron Stone” and a non-sacrificial anti-graffiti top coat to ensure a sophisticated finish that will last for many years to come.


Case Study 8

Dual Panel Noise Attenuation Screen (custom project)St George Hospital, Kogarah, NSW

Challenge

The St George Hospital in Kogarah, NSW recently upgraded its premises The construction noise during the renovation was adversely affecting the hospital’s customer service call centre that was located within 10 metres of the demolition works. The option to relocate the call centre to another location within the hospital was too costly and without a quick noise mitigation solution, hospital management was considering adjourning the construction works.

Solution

Modular Wall Systems™ designed and constructed a customised solution for this project based on the distinctive and challenging acoustic requirements.

A 4m high double panel system was installed on the outer face of the building to surround the call centre. An air gap in between the panels provided superb acoustic insulation and a cavity to reduce reverberation. A custom mounting system was developed to suit the site resulting in a very fast and efficient installation. The entire solution was installed in just 6 days and an eventual noise reduction of 40dW (weighted level of difference) was achieved. This is equivalent to an 8 fold audible reduction. Another example of how Modular Wall Systems™ is in the forefront of innovation and is able to custom design a noise abatement solution for its clients based on their unique requirements.

BEFORE

Readings taken during demolition outside the callcentre averaged at: 78dB

Readings taken inside the call centre averaged at: 48dB

This equates to an average decibel reduction from outside to inside of 30dB

Note: Every 5dB reduction is a halving of the sound level to the human ear


Case Study 9

Supermarket Roof Top Air Conditioning Sound Absorbing Wall SolutionsWoolworths Supermarket, Belrose, NSW

Challenge

The demolition and part closure of a shopping centre prompted Woolworths supermarket in Belrose to relocate their roof top air conditioning units to stay operational. The new location of the air conditioning units was in close proximity of built-up units escalating complaints from its residents. The solution of a noise attenuation barrier had to be aesthetically pleasing for the supermarket located in the busy Stockland Shopping Centre encircled by suburban housing and infrastructure. One of the focal challenges was that there was no real place for Modular Wall Systems™ to mount the vertical wall member too.

Solution

Our engineering team went to work and a solution was designed so that the wall could be fixed to a track, which aligned to a girt underneath the metal roof skin. The panels then stood vertically in the track and using tie rods tensioned down to the base track. Diagonal cables were then mounted to the top lineal and fixed off to an appropriate anchor point on the roof with custom made brackets. The premium performing AcoustiSorb™75 panels that are only available from Modular Wall Systems™ were easily situated and installed on the roof top premise. A sound level measurement was tested atthis location before and after the installation of the AcoustiSorb™ wall. No discernible difference was measured meaning that the AcoustiSorb™75 was absorbing the sound as required with no reflective transmission back towards the measuring device. As the leading manufacturers of cost effective acoustic and boundary walls, Modular Wall Systems™ have designed wall systems that offers a solution for every challenge.

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KFC RestaurantsModular Wall Systems™ have provided acoustic walls to shield local residents from the noise associated with McDonalds drive-throughs across Australia. These walls not only shield residents from noise, but provide an attractive perimeter wall and improve security.

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Commercial Acoustic & Boundary Walls · environmental problems in urban areas worldwide. Modular Wall Systems™ has worked with McDonalds fast food outlets providing perimeter acoustic