By using a new invention, insolating panels, it is possible to deaden sound in buildings up to 60 decibels and more.

Archiobel’s 125 Hz acoustic frames use a unique combination of plaster, cellulose fibre and metal frames, which reduces noise produced by discotheques, airplanes, passing trains, or neighbours to a minimum.
Until now, the system has often been used in the hotel and catering industries. When constructing new hotels, the system is perfectly suited to providing privacy in the rooms. When live music is performed in discotheques and cafés, the panels are able to deaden the low bass tones, which are typically difficult to muffle. These capabilities make all the difference when it comes to noise annoyance for the vicinity. “Nobody succeeded until now — but we did it,” says Henk Leferink, director of Archiobel.
The panels are already being used in and around airports like Schiphol (Holland) and Malaga (Spain), where they insulate schools, for example. After its presentation at a trade fair in Germany, more and more building contractors are showing interest in the 125 HZ Acoustic Frames. Apart from delivering exceptional noise reduction, the panels have great durability. The cellulose fibre used in the production of the product is made of recycled paper and cardboard.
“This system is unique in that it is able to reach a much higher level of insulation, while using a lot less space. A panel that is able to stop 60 decibels is absolutely fantastic,” says Leferink. As a reference: a reduction of three decibels reduces sound exposure to the human ear by half.
Archiobel is convinced it will conquer the European market, and is already noticing an increase in orders from abroad.
Because of their small profile of 16 cm, the panels are also suitable for the insulation of the indoor environment of existing buildings and residences. They can be used for floors, walls and ceilings, and are quickly installed.
Since 1972, Archiobel has been developing insulation products. The company, based in Goirle, the Netherlands, has developed the 125 Hz acoustic frames in collaboration with specialists such as CWA Angelbachtal in Germany and Cell Productions in Sneek, the Netherlands.